Fall Fashion Focus: Sweater Weather

Coats are a clumsy necessity in some climates. But a good sweater is something we all look forward to each Fall.  The days are still warm

but the nights have a little chill. Sweaters

are cool, chic and cozy.  Most of all, they help

us to transition into Fall with style!  Here:

My edit of chic choices.

Jason Wu's Raglan 

Wool and Leather Sweater

Nordstrom's

Rachel Zoe's Margo Turtleneck

Love the big brassy buttons and

feminine sleeves.

Nordstrom

Collection Cashmere Jeweled Sweater

J Crew

Anthony Vaccarello Angora Sweater

This is my fave sweater of the season!

Forward By Elyse Walker

Helmut Lang's Asymmetrical Pullover

Very "cool girl."

Shop Bop

Alice + Olivia's I Love You Cardigan

Shop Bop

Mackage Marla Draped Sweater

Bloomingdales

Carven

Multicolored Sweater

A cool blend of geometry.

Shop Bop

Donna Karan's Drape Neck Sweater

Casual Luxe at 95% cashmere.

Donna Karan

Belted Scroll Cardigan 

Nic and Zoe

If tailored is your thing....

this cotton wool Cardigan/Blazer

is both pretty and preppy.

C. Wonder

ALC Alana Sweater 

A cashmere blend in just the best color.

Barney's New York

Joe Fresh Contrast Trim Cardigan

Really cute at a very affordable price.

JC Penny

Missoni's Mohair Sweater

Just fabulous!

Forward By Elyse Walker

Escada's Belted Wool/Silk Cardigan

Neiman Marcus

Free People's Colorblock Sweater Jacket

Free People

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Foodie Friday: Breakfast In Bed. Cook And Serve It With Style

At our household, any time is a good time for breakfast.  And how wonderful is breakfast in bed? I loved doing this little relaxing ritual for my daughter when she was young.

Here: Inspiration of what to cook and how to serve a stylish breakfast in bed or at the table, for that special someone in your life.

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Morning Sun
Start off with a fresh homemade juice. Tastes like sunshine in a glass!
Epicurious

Bobby Flay's Baguette With Goat Cheese

And Poached Eggs
Anything with goat cheese......
The Cooking Chanel

Tyler Florence's Upside-Down Apple French Toast 
With Cranberries And Pecans
The Food Network

Denver Omelet Cups

How cute are these?  Made in muffin tins. Recipe At

Every Day Food Blog

Serve those Sunny Side Up Egg Cups

on chic chevron trays.

C Wonder

Maple Granola
From Martha Favorite Recipes
Martha Stewart

Chocolate Pecan Pancake

They say the hot fudge sauce is optional....

in my book, it is a must!

Delish

Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon, Caviar and Dill Cream

Food And Wine

French Toast Panettone With Yogurt, Fresh Berries and Honey

Almost too pretty to eat! Recipe at

What Katie Ate

Gluten Free Benedict Rancheros

Yummly

Fresh Fig Cornbread

Try this instead of toast!

Food 52

Perimeter Tray

Love this marble, aluminum, and oak tray!
Shop Horn

Homemade Salted Caramel Mocha Latte
Better than Starbucks!
Moms Advice

Bodum - EILEEN 8-Cup French Press
A French Press elevates the taste and style of any coffee.  The Mocha Latte recipe calls for strong coffee made in a French Press.
Zappos

S’Mores Filled Pancakes
I have just died and gone to heaven! See the recipe at
Williams Sonoma

Bacon Cups With Sweet Potato Hash
A little something different!
The Food Network

Live Your Style! Boatman Geller Personalized Trays Love this little elephant with the good luck turned up trunk! Other designs available at
Zhush

Bobby Flay's Orange Ricotta Pancakes with Caramelized Fig and Pistachio Compote
Cooking Channel

Waring Double Sided Professional Wafer Maker
I own this machine. It's fabulous and fast. You'll feel like a pro making 2 deep waffles at a time. Now on sale at
ABT

Red Velvet Waffles
With Cream Cheese Icing Drizzle
Taste and Tell Blog

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Fall Focus On Nails: A Girl's Best Accessory

The spotlight may be on fashion the week,

but the easiest and least expensive way to

stay current is with a stylish manicure. New

is the matte mani, 3d accents, metallic and oxblood instead of bright red.

Here: Some special looks that I can't wait

to get my hands on!

Oxblood

(Via Elle)

Two fabulous Oxblood Colors are 
Tom Ford's Beauty Nail Lacquer in 
Bordeaux Lust  at Neiman Marcus and Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored High-Shine Nail Lacquer in Jezebel at Sephora.

(Via Elle)
Nail Noir in Oxblood at Zac Posen

(Via Harpers Bazaar)

At Rebecca Minkoff, manicurist Michelle Saunders, used Essie to create lunar inspired
nails. Five Shades used were: Go Overboard, Aruba Blue, Blue Rhapsody, Penny Talk, and
As Gold As It Gets. Get the "How To" Here and find the polishes at
Beauty.com

(Via Harper's Bazaar)


At La Perla, models half moon mani with Butter LONDON Yummy Mummy and Union Jack Black
Find them both and ship them for free at
Zappos

Royal-inspired shades sold together for the first time, for a limited time. Limited Edition Set
includes, Pitter Patter: Opaque, aubergine shimmer Lillibet’s Jubilee: Opaque, silver lavender foil metallic. No More Waity, Katie: Semi-sheer, greige lilac jelly glitter.

Henri Bendel

(Via Harper's Bazaar)

At BCBG OPI Black Onyx was topped
off with OPI Matte Nail Envy . See it at
Ulta

(Via Elle)

The new neutrals. That's me, I am that girl.
Heathered ombré beige become timeworn masterpieces at Alexander Wang.

Warm Neutrals

(Via Elle)

SpaRitual Nail Lacquer in UnComplicated, Beauty.com
Tom Ford Beauty Nail Lacquer in Toasted Sugar
Neiman Marcus
Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Facet 
Sephora

Cool Neutrals

(Via Elle)

Nars Nail Polish in Galathée
Barneys; Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored High-Shine Nail Lacquer in Delphine at Sephora
and Ciaté Paint Pot in Tear Drop at Sephora.

Backstage at any fashion or award show is
always master manicurist, Deborah Lippmann. See how she pairs, layers and paints super
fun and stylish nails at 
Sephora

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