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Thursday, April 11, 2013

Runway To Real Life: Luxe Boho

Today's inspiration comes from

Net-a-Porter.com

Fashion Editor, Kim Hersov explains

(image via ElleDecor)

The Luxe Boho Trend

Truth be told, I wore it in the seventies, but not quite like this. Watch the video below.

Everyone is talking Festival Style this week.

This is how to do it in good taste.

Let's "Shop This" look

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The Maiyet Silk maxi in the video is sold out

everywhere. But I found a dress I like better.

Ralph Lauren's sheer silk shirt dress. Layer it over skinny jeans or leggings and a tank.

Ralph Lauren

Layer on some long necklaces like

Kendra Scott's 'Rayne' Stone Tassel

Pendant Necklace

Nordstrom

As seen in the video, Vera Wang's

Jacquard Vest is a luxe look no matter

what you pair it with.

Net-a-Porter

The dress that Kim wore was Vanessa Bruno's

Pleated cotton-jacquard dress. I love the

fun and youthful vibe of this garment.

Net-a-Porter

The Isabel Marant Trousers in the Video are

sold out, but these faux leather jeans by Work

are a good substitute for much less.

Couture Candy

Isabel Marant's Godart Embroidered Skinny

Jeans are fabulous and can be

dressed up as shown. Very Boho Chic!

Available at Net-a-Porter and La Garconne

Rachel Zoe's Pleated Gown is luxe and lovely.

Paired with lots of bangles, long necklaces

and even Vera Wang's vest,

it becomes very Boho.

Shop Bop

Etro's Asymmetric printed stretch-crepe cape

is an investment piece that will never

go out of style.

Net-a-Porter

Michael Kors Off The Shoulder Blouse

will take you anywhere.

Neiman Marcus

Angel Court's Pegasus Necklace is a little bit

tribal and a whole lot Luxe Boho.

Max and Chloe

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

What's Cook'n, Good Look'n?

There's plenty cooking in my kitchen,

but the tools I use are not looking good. I need a kitchen equipment makeover. How about you? Here, are some pretty pieces that will

look as good as the food you prepare.

High on my "Want List" is the Demeyere Cookware - John Pawson series. To me,

it is sculpture for your kitchen.

Sur La Table

I have been looking for a different tea pot

for quite awhile. Staub's square style

intrigues me. On sale at

Amazon

I don't display much on my granite countertops,

but Michael Aram's "Black Orchid" Canisters

would hold center stage. How lovely!

Nordstrom

Though not especially attractive, just think of the chic cakes you can create with this

Layer Cake Slicing Set. I want!

Open Sky

Sushi is served infrequently in my kitchen.

But when I have a yen for it...I would adore

Alessi's Lily Pond Sushi Set!

Alessi

They say every kitchen should have a

touch of red. Bodum's Bistro Toaster

adds a modern dose of color.

Macy's

How fun! A Set of Three Appetizer Arches.

Viva Terra

A very chic way to serve your fave flavor.

The Lunares Pint of Ice Cream Holder

Shop Bop

Another tea pot that tickles my fancy.

Stelton's Potter Tea Pot

Bloomingdales

I'll leave you today with a fabulous recipe that

looks sensational for Spring

Braised Artichokes in Lemon and White Wine

Created for the Le Creuset's

Stainless Steel Braiser

Ingredients:

3 lemons

8 large artichokes

1 medium yellow onion, peeled

2 small leeks, tops trimmed and green outer leaves discarded

2 celery stalks, trimmed

2 small carrots, peeled

3 slices pancetta, thick-cut and diced

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Sea salt and fresh ground pepper

4 garlic cloves, peeled

1 bay leaf

4 sprigs fresh thyme

4 sprigs fresh tarragon

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

1 3/4 cup dry white wine

Directions:

Combine the juice of 2 1/2 of the lemons and 2 quarts of water in a large bowl. Trim each artichoke, removing the stem, leaves and choke. Set the trimmed artichokes in the lemon water.

Cut the onion lengthwise, and thinly slice. Quarter the leeks and cut them into 2-inch strips. Thinly slice the celery and carrots.

Render the pancetta for 2 - 3 minutes over medium heat in the braiser. Add 1/4 cup oil and sliced vegetables to the braiser. Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 20 minutes until tender but not browned. Add the garlic and reserved half lemon and cook 1 minute longer.

Drain the artichokes and add them to the pot. Season with a little more salt and pepper and enough extra virgin olive oil to coat the artichokes, the bay leaf and the herbs. Pour in the wine and add enough water to cover the artichokes. Bring to a simmer; partially cover the pot, reduce the heat, and gently simmer for about 30 minutes.

Allow the artichokes to cool slowly in the braising liquid. Sprinkle with parsley and squeeze lemon juice over the top

before serving.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Tuesday's Child

Meet The Globally Inspired

Tea Collection

For Little Citizens Of The World

I discovered Tea Collection several years ago

while searching for stylish children's clothing.

I thought the name was creative.

Their website states that the name

"Tea(the drink) is shared in nearly every

culture around the world. Tea (our company)

is about sharing our discoveries and

encouraging adventure."

(image via Tea Collection)

A year ago Team Tea travelled to South Africa.

Enjoy this little party video...

South African Style.

Shop New Spring Party Dresses

Tea makes shopping easy because everything Mixes and Matches. They also sell sets of

multiple pieces. Genius!

Shop all sets for girls and boys:

View the current catalog inspired by

the very chic Cape Town, South Africa.

They do more that just talk the talk.

Tea Collection Supports

The Global Fund For Children

read more here

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Behind every chic child is

a fashion conscious mom

Shop the

Women's Collection

Take a chance and win an adventure of your own.

Enter Below.

Monday, April 8, 2013

Fit For Spring

Put Some Spring In Your Step!

(image via Teen Vougue)

Are you like me and live in your workout wear, even away from the gym? Honestly, a good pair of yoga pants and lightweight tennies are as

comfy as you can get. But that doesn't mean you can't be stylish. Here, my edits for

the best in workout gear for Spring:

The Biggest new trend in Gym Shoes is the

Wedge Sneaker. I don't think I will be embracing it, but they are genius for giving

a girl a longer leg in her boot cut pants.

From Top to Bottom: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Zappos Couture, Jimmy Choo Panama Wedge, Nordstrom's, Ash Sport Thelma Wedge

Shop Bop, Goldluxe Ziggi London Wedge

Nordstrom's

Girls love their Lululemon..me, too! It is hard to find a better jacket than the Forme Jacket. It's
all about the seams! Available in many colors.
Lululemon