Saturdays At Shop This: Equestrian Chic

{ Via: Eugenia Kim }

We have an exciting weekend my friends, beginning with today's Kentucky Derby. Have you ever been? I have not, but as an ex-race horse owner and breeder, there have been many big races in my life. It's all so exciting, especially when you win. So I'll be watching, and will have a little case of the goose bumps for the winner. Then there's Cinco de Mayo. I'll be cooking something from this week's Foodie Friday, and enjoying the perfect margarita. Before you race off, scroll down for some quick links for

 the weekend.

The best of "Equestrian Chic" has always been designed by the French house of Hermes. Find over 700 vintages styles for sale at

One Kings Lane.

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If you are inspired by all of the Kentucky Derby street style, find your own hat, headbands, and even bags designed by Eugenia Kim at Shopbop

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Shopping for Mom? Wish her good luck in whatever she does with this Vintage Brass Horseshoe Charm from the 1930's - 1940's. Find it at Lulu Frost.

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Gucci's Horse-Bit Mules are perfect pumps for anything including horsing around. Shop them at 

Barney's New York.

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A good bet: Still looking for Mother's Day inspiration? These are some good bets: Gifts That Pamper Mom & Yourself  Gifts For Moms Who Love To Cook & Entertain  and Gifts For Moms Who Have Everything

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Run For The Roses: That's what the Kentucky Derby is called. If you wish to send flowers to Mom this year, do check out the J. Crew X Urban Stems chic collection of bold bouquets inspired by the styles of the season. Urban Stems is a stylish source for flower delivery

 across the miles.

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Oh I feel for those attending The Kentucky Derby. I hope that the weather report is not correct. They are calling for rain. The ladies might want to trade in their flowery hats for this Eric Javits Rain Bucket Hat. 

It's rainy day chic!!

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Loving the leather covered horse bit tray at Horchow. Perfect for cocktail service. It's now 30% off.

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If you want to try your hand at a Mint Julep for the races, here's your recipe. Hibiscus Peach Mint Julep. It packs a pretty punch. See it on the Crate & Barrel blog.

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Cheers to you.  May you win at 
something this weekend!

XOXOX
Deb
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Saturdays At Shop This

{ Via: ZSA ZSA Bellagio }

Today I find myself longing for pretty flowers, Spring fashion, and warm walks on the lake. Enough already with this weather. The good news is Spring is less than a month away. Here's some links that will give you Spring inspiration, and save you a little while you shop.

Spring Break: Are you planning one?  Adult spring break is nothing like your trips in college. These days it is essentially a civilized week in the sun. Moda Operandi's Vacation Shop has everything you need to take you from the pool to the beach and back again.
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Pop in at Nordstrom online this weekend. They have set up a special shop just for Natural Beauty. Discover cult favorites and need-to-know new brands in their collection of powerful skin care, spectrum-spanning makeup and tools to transform your routine. I have been slowly going chemical free in my own skincare routine. My skin is thanking me for it!
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This weekend, Ann Taylor is helping us to get dressed for Spring with 50% off Tops and Sweaters. Use Code: TOPITOFF. The new white shirts are great with 
either a slim or relaxed fit.
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The Best Spring Shoes according to Barney's New York. Try Code: FEB15 to save 15%. Code ends tonight, and there are exceptions.
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BCBGMAXAZRIA is offering 40% off select Full Priced new styles. On my radar is this Midi Dress. It's very understated cocktail. And the Camilla Long Wrap Vest can be worn in so many ways.
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Anthropologie Sale: For this weekend only, take an extra 40% off Sale. I found a few things that can be worn all thru Spring, like Rachel Comey's Striped Sandals.
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It's a great weekend to shop guilt free at Gilt for your fave designers like Max Mara, Bottega Veneta  and more. 
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Soon we will be showing a little more skin as warmer weather approaches. I have to tell you about my latest skincare find. It's the 4 Piece Sea Salt Age Defying System for body from Korres. Every day I feel as if I just went to the Greek Isles. The "barely there" scent is of the sea. The "elixir" is the star of the set. Best yet, the natural ingredients are good for you, too! Shop it at HSN.

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Match your Mini this Spring. Shop Oscar De La Renta's Mommy  (or Grand Mommy) & Me Collection of stylishly sweet looks HERE.
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Not all good styles for Spring are new. Jewelry designer, Lisa Salzer Wiles of Lulu Frost, creates one of a kind Vintage Jewelry.  These styles incorporate elements from the years 1860 to 1980. I love it all, but my favorites
are the charm bracelets. 
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Even if the weather isn't cooperating this weekend, we can all bloom where we are planted. In other words, Make the best of today, my Friends.

XOXOX
Deb
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Brilliant Baubles For The Holidays

{ Via: Lulu Frost }

If you don't know what to get a woman, jewelry always is a good idea.  And if you want to light up your own face, add something sparkling to your ears or neck. Consider this edit your own personal wish list or gift inspiration for every woman on your list. As always, there is something for every budget.

HERE: 16 Fabulous & Fun Finds

Prophecy Collection Earrings

The Prophecy collection features Art deco elements with a futuristic vibe.  Navy baguette crystals create a stunning, modern silhouette. Wear these to every holiday party or with your every day denim.

Lulu Frost

Gold-Plated Crystal Cuff

Ben Amun's elegant designs are "for a woman that wants to be noticed and that can subtly command a room." Just gorgeous and perfect for your LBD.

Moda Operandi

Auguste Drop

Clearly chic and plays well with Champagne! The translucent crystals will go with every party outfit. Less than $80. 

Baublebar

Isabel Marant Strass Bracelet
What's black and white and sparkles all over? Not every party requires black tie. This goatskin and crystal cuff will add the spark to even the most casual of parties.
Shopbop

Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Earrings
Put your hair up and go! Very pretty and less than $100.
Shopbop

Moonstone & Diamonds From The

 Sheryl Lowe Collection

Here's a collection of modern jewelry with a little edge. These bracelets will go with everything. Lovely worn singularly, but over the top when stacked! There isn't a piece in the collection that I wouldn't wear.

Neiman Marcus

Fallon Classic Tuxedo Bow Choker

Bring on the drama! Both sexy and elegant, this silk and crystal choker makes a statement.
Moda Operandi

Brutalist Pearl Ring
Cocktails anyone? Take this ring to any party, and get the holidays started. It's a real conversation piece.
Alexis Bittar

All Decked Out
This is what I call dressing for the holidays! 
Judy Geib Square Emerald Ring / Irene Neuwirth Emerald Bracelet / Diamond Circular-Link Bracelet / Giannico Daphne Velvet Mules 
(my faves )
Barneys New York

Elizabeth Cole Poppy Earrings

Like a sparkling snowflake, these earrings will dangle and float through the air. They make a big statement for less than $200.
Neiman Marcus

Crystal Cruciform Brooch

 From the KJL Auction collection, this beauty of a brooch originally was worn by Jackie Kennedy. The original sold at auction for $19, 500. At less than $250, this is a bargain. Pin it on the fur collar or cuff of a coat, clip it to your satin clutch, or at the waist of your little black dress.

Kenneth Jay Lane

 Eleuteri Vintage Colombian Emerald And Diamond Necklace

A piece for the girl who has everything...or whose personal Santa has just won the lottery. Curated from 1960, it gracefully displays 45 carats of Colombian cabochon emeralds highlighted with diamonds. A girl can dream!

Moda Operandi

Vintage Chanel

There's one thing for sure. A girl who loves Chanel can't have too much of it. Just ask me! The best thing, is that these fun fashion pieces keep their value. Shopping for vintage Chanel is so fun at WGACA. You can count on the styles to be authentic, too. A Chanel box under the tree is always a winner.
What Goes Around Comes Around

Little Indulgences
Intermix has the outfits and the earrings to go with them for the Holiday season!
Intermix

Kate Spade Square Studs
If you are the small earring type, these are petite but perfect for parties. "Sparkling glitter flurries are frozen in the polished epoxy jewels of versatile stud earrings that frame the face in subtle shine." Under $40.
Nordstrom

Bonbon Gift Set
The Bonbon Gem Drop Earring Set is my kind of (eye) candy. Shop it on sale at 
Baublebar 

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Wedding Wednesday: Find Your "Something Old" at Etsy

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Even a modern bride will most likely want to keep to tradition with "Something borrowed, something blue, something old, something new." My borrowed and old was the same vintage beaded handbag from a dear friend.  My blue was the silk ribbon in my undies and garter. The new was almost everything else. Etsy is a dream come true for brides to be. The inspiration is endless. And yes, their collection of vintage is vast. This edit features ten very special antiques for brides. 

Vintage Bridal Crown

Handmade with vintage brass pieces, Swarvoski crystal, and pearls. It's a very special accessory.

Sheeta Design

French Antique Trousseau Case

Oh how gorgeous and romantic. Beautiful for the brides' dainty underthings. It is silk and has been hand embroidered in France.

 Ooh La La!

Le Petit Pierrot

Vintage Wedding Crowns

Delicate, beautiful antique wedding crowns for the romantic bride—sourced, cleaned, and repaired by this Berlin collector and 

accessories designer.

Polly McGeary Antiques

Antique Art Nouveau 

Beautiful Bridal hair combs that are truly one of a kind. They have been made from high-end authentic 1930s Art Deco clear crystal flower and leaf shaped dress clips.

Amore Treasure

Pair of Tall Lalique Crystal Millennium 2000 Toasting Flutes

Fabulous flutes for toasting to love. Said to be in flawless condition. Just a wonderful gift for the bride and groom.

Cambridge Nudes

French Antique Bridal Handkerchief

This is a very special early 19th century hanky. "hand loomed of the finest, whisper-thin ecru lawn linen. The swagged border is composed of rows of fine embroidery punctuated at intervals by miniature flowers with open work lace centers." 

La Belle Epoque France

Art Deco Engagement Ring

My own "Miss Shop This" has a vintage engagement ring. She loves the allure of the story behind the ring. This ring is fabulous. Vintage late Art Deco platinum and diamond engagement ring or cocktail ring, featuring a dazzling 1 carat old European cut center diamond in a platinum

bezel setting.

The Idol's Eye

Antique Lace Wedding Handkerchief

Made in the early 1900's, this is a gorgeous present for any bride. It features a fine

 batiste center.

Kis Originals

Crystal Wedding Tiara

This bridal crown is made with vintage wired pieces of glass. It's really stunning!

Be Something New

Vintage French Ombre Ribbon

When it comes to weddings, details matter. As I learned in my own wedding, florists have a limited supply of ribbon choices. None were just right for me. In stunning shades, this ribbon has been imported from France. They offer a variety of vintage ribbon that is perfect for your bouquet or that of the bridesmaids.

KIS Originals

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Wedding Wednesday: Rings & Things ~ Barneys Bond Collection

{  Via: The Window }

Introducing The Bond at Barneys New York. It's your new source for exquisite engagement rings and union bands. You'll find stunning sparklers for her. For the sophisticated man with understated taste, there’s a band just for him, too. My own " Miss Shop This " found her fabulous engagement ring at Barney's Madison Avenue store.  How fun is that? If you are not near one of Barneys New York brick and mortar stores, now you can find something sparkly for your big day at Barney's on line.

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Tate Union Collection

Now this is a stylish stack! The pros know that it is very cool to mix metals and different shapes together.  Jeweler Steven Messler of Tate utilizes colorful stones like yellow diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires. His latest rings feature two stones together in varied shapes and sizes.

Malcolm Betts Wide Band 

Handcrafted in the U.K., Malcolm Betts' ring consists of a hammered 22k yellow gold wide band and a sparkling princess-cut white diamond resting in a satin-finished platinum bezel. 

HOORSENBUHS

Classic Wall Ring

Crafted in the U.S. of polished sterling silver. The tri-links, represent strength, quality, 

and opulence.

Spinelli Kilcollin Vega Pavé Ring 

Crafted in Los Angeles of silver and 18k yellow gold, Spinelli Kilcollin's Vega SG Pavé ring consists of four linked bands of various widths. Best yet the bands can be worn across several fingers. Less than $5,000

MONIQUE PÉAN 

Mixed-Diamond Rose Gold Ring

One of my favorites. It features  baguette white diamonds, Round rose-cut and trillion-cut champagne diamonds. Pentagonal light yellow diamond and a Square rose-cut opaque peach diamond. Wow! 

Le Gramme Le 5 Ring

Crafted of brushed 18k rose gold, Le Gramme’s Le 5 ring showcases a vertical, linear guilloché pattern. Loving the stylish simplicity.

Spinelli Kilcollin

Juno Ciel Ring

Here's your something blue - forever. Handcrafted in Los Angeles, this versatile style can be worn across three fingers or stacked all on one. It's a beauty.

Stephanie Windsor Antiques

 A perfect pick for the minimalist bride. this sparkling 1.64 ct center gemstone is flanked by baguette white diamonds at the raised shoulders of the setting. Simple but stunning.

Dean Harris Heavy Chain Ring

The chains that bind...Handmade in New York, Dean Harris' Heavy Chain ring is crafted of polished 18k red gold. 

Stephanie Windsor Antiques

White-Diamond & Emerald Art Deco Ring

Diamonds and emeralds. What more can a girl want? Go big with this bright and bold ring that features a stunning 3.07 cushion cut 

white diamond!

Tate Union

The Tate Union Collection mixes, matches and stacks with style! the red rubies make a passionate statement.

Spinelli Kilcollin Rana

Five lovely linked bands of various widths. The fourth band showcases a 2.3 carat bezel-set aquamarine, while the first, third, and fifth bands are embellished with micro-pavé white diamonds, micro-pavé tanzanites, and micro-pavé blue sapphires, respectively.

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