Grammy Awards 2013 Best-Dressed Celebrities

So who did you love? I have to say, I wasn't wowed by too many...not like the Golden Globes or Oscars. But the Grammy's are different, and so are the stars. There were a few standouts, and here are my top five looks of the evening.

John Legend's lady, Chrissy Teigen, wore Joy Ciocci

with elegance.  Her outfit featured the bare midriff trend, but just showed enough to make it appealing and still elegant. The high slit showed her great gams but didn't go where J-Lo's dress did. Good for Chrissy. She won. I also loved the pop of pale color in her handbag.

In The Mood Monday

Monday inspiration for Valentine's Week!

Theia Paillette Slip Dress creates quite the spark.

See it sizzle on the runway at Saks

Chocolate Dipped Pairs with Almond Crunch.
Recipe Here

Dare to wear a little something different....it can be your secret.

Get a passionate pout with these pretty in pink shades
Sephora

Fancy up some homemade cocoa with heart shaped marshmallows.
Get Martha's recipe here

Cute can be sexy, too. Dior's Look #19
is very Valentine's!
Dior

 Write a love letter from your heart and seal it with a kiss.

Cold Weather Chic

Blizzard Nemo hit with a vengeance overnight. Besides causing discomfort, power outages, inconvenience, and danger for many, it also played havoc with the beginning of Fashion Week in NY. What in the world will all of those fashionistas wear now that mittens and rubber soled boots are 

de rigueur for the weather? Today as I sit in my warm and comfy home, I'm inspired to find some "cold weather chic" looks for those in 

the front rows of New York.

Head to toe fun from Blumarine.

This out fit might get you photographed.

Say It With Flowers Friday

Gearing Up For Valentine's Day

As we approach the biggest week of the year for florists, I am reminded of many less than wonderful floral arrangements I have received (hopefully not given) over the years.  It has been my experience, that one needs to be very detailed and specific when ordering flowers.  Here are some tips:

1.  When ordering flowers words that are effective are:

high style, luxe, orchids, no carnations, sophisticated 

2.  When in doubt, call the the best hotel in town. Ask the 

concierge for the name of the florist they use.  

3.  Roses are extra expensive this time of year.  

Be more creative in your choices and spend less.

Now this is thinking outside of the candy box & vase! Floret Cadet Manhattan Beach, CA

4.  When in doubt...send white flowers, they match everything. 

White Casa Blanca lilies are fragrant and very impressive.

Casa Blanca Lilies

5.  Always discuss the vessel that florist will use.  Presentation is key. If you don't ask, you might end up with one of those straw hat things.

Notice that this glass cylinder is wrapped in ribbon. 

Nice touch from Jayson Home and Garden.

5.  Never order from FTD and get their special of the day.....period.

No stylish woman wants this. Trust me.

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Here are some fabulous florals for Valentine's or any day of the year.

So sophisticated and unique.  The perfect arrangement to send to the office.

Banchet Flowers NYC

Sweet yet still sophisticated.  These pretty peonies are perfect!

Belle Fleur NY

This dahlia bouquet would make me so happy!

Emily Rose Floral Design Brooklyn

How fun! Lovely for sending to a home.

The Green Vase

Riverdale, NY

Send a garden of orchids! I am very impressed
with the designs of Belle Fleur NY

Yes please! I would love to find this bouquet on my bed.

Ask the florist to use special ribbon.

Beautiful Blooms

Philadephia, PA 

A blooming heart served on an eco-friendly cutting board.

Jane's On Main

Sophisticated presentation for orchids.
Blue Lotus, Dallas, Texas

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I hope your flowers are all pretty posies this year!

The Pink Elephant In The Room

Valentine's Day Is Looming.....

Just like a pink elephant in the room. Instead of dreading the day....

embrace it with these inspired and pretty in pink picks for all of the loves

of your life.

Write a love note on John Robshaw's Elephant Card Set.

These pretty pachyderms will be hard to forget.  

John Robshaw