Catch The Wave: Ship To Shore Summer Essentials

Surf's up! Shop what's on 
my radar for fun in the sun
essentials this Summer.

Rebecca Minkoff
Palm Tree Cherish Tote

Sunny days ahead with this coated
canvas carry-all. Talk about beach bag bingo!
Shop Bop

How cute! These Melamine Plates
serve up serious style from ship to shore.
Bed Bath and Beyond

Portable Bling Chair

I'd take this chair anywhere.  Made from sheesham wood and recycled plastic webbing, 
it gets the bling from a bit of twinkling silver
in the weave. Suitable in or out but only in
dry weather. On sale now at
Viva Terra

Fouta Beach Towel

Isn't this the perfect beach towel?
Made in Turkey and just the right weight.
I love its' no frills look.
Serena and Lily

India Rose Beach Bag

Totally girly and multi tasking.
This bag goes to the beach and beyond.
Layla Grayce

Ship To Shore

Summer entertaining at it's best. 
Find all the right stuff at
C. Wonder

Summer Picnic Basket For Two

Picnic in the park or brunch on the beach.
This basket comes complete for two.
It's priced perfectly for giving.
JC Penney

Flynn Skye Scoop Back Maxi Dress

Nautical by nature? Then this is the 
perfect look for your next beach party.
Pre-Order it now at
Boutique To You

Mobile Design Pin Table

Love this idea. Pick up this table and
plunk it down in the park or at the beach.
It instantly creates a picnic or party wherever you take it.  Fun on the run.
Shop Horne

Neon Snorkel Set For Kids

The perfect gift for little swimmers.

Sunny days get even brighter with the

Kids Speedo Snorkel Set

J. Crew

Lauren Sun Hat

Look stylish in the sun with a very
affordable and adorable hat by Ralph Lauren
Zappos

Take a bite out of Summer with 
a Donut Pool Float.
Urban Outfitters

Essentials For The Shore Sale

Begins 6/13/13 at 10:00 A.M.

One Kings Lane

Jervis Beach Umbrella by SunnyLIFE

Steak your claim on the beach in style!
Burke Decor

Nautical Garland Kit

Ahoy mates! Get the pool party started
with this DIY Garland Kit.
Paper-Source

Pack some fun for the sun and sand.
This Beach Paddle Set is sure to make 
a splash. 
C. Wonder

bareMinerals Deluxe Faux Tan 

We all know the damage the sun can do.
Fake bake instead with what I consider
the very best self-tanner anywhere.
QVC

A New York Minute

After waking up without a clue of what I would write about, I visited one of my fave blogs, 

Slim Paley's, The Stuff of Life. Her last post, on

6/10 featured NYC. Some people leave their

heart in San Francisco, but mine is always in

NYC, the city that never sleeps, including my

delicious daughter, Meg. So consider this post

therapy for a Mom who longs to visit her, and

the city she calls home.  

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Bergdorf Goodman
It is almost impossible for me to visit
NYC without visiting the city's most iconic
department store. I start off on the 7th floor, which has the best ladies room, and work my way down. These doors call my name!

Central Park Mall and Literary Walk
The Mall runs from 66th to 72nd Streets.
I just never get tired of a stroll in the Park.
Besides the beauty of nature, the people
are what makes this walk so memorable.

Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle
One of my favorite NYC watering holes.
In fact I spent a very special birthday here
until the wee hours of the morning. It is
old school cool with an interesting mix of
clients....and I do mean some were "clients."

The Plaza Hotel
Oh the times I have walked up and down these
stairs! Once in the company of Ivanka Trump.
I have been lucky enough to stay here, in Eloise's house, many times.  

SoHo

Love the vibe downtown in SoHo. It's always
an adventure. The shops are smaller and more
interesting than 5th Ave. It's a bit seedier but
everything has an artistic touch.  Best thing
about SoHo is the fact that Meg heads there
daily for work! Lookout SoHo!

Rockefeller Center Skating Rink
If you ever see a "girl" standing at street level 
looking down on the skaters with tears in her eyes, say hello...it's probably me. I simply must stop and watch strangers skate, with memories  of a little Meg skating her heart out every year in December.

Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding
Sugar be damned, this piece of heaven is
a "must have" each visit.  Obsessed.  We get
ours at the Bloomie's location on 3rd.

SFOGLIA
I don't ever remember having a bad meal
in NYC.  But some of my favorite meals have
been here at SFOGLIA. It's an Upper East 
Side gem, where the locals go. I love sitting
in the bar at farm tables. On a Thursday night,
your table neighbors will be wearing jeans 
and Loro Piana cashmere. 

Dylan's Candy Bar
Just a few short blocks from the daughter's
apartment, Dylan's shouts my name as I walk by, and sometimes I just can't resist. It's so
much fun being a big kid in a candy store!

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King Cole Bar at The St. Regis
It's a hard seat to get, at this famous
bar with the mural painted by Maxfield Parrish.
But I have been here many times. One of
the best places in the city to people watch.

Well, that's my New York Minute. 
And here's to you, Meg, my NYC girl.

Tuesday's Child: Camper Chic

For most kiddies, school's out for Summer. In case yours have grown out of last year's duds, Here's a chic collection that will take them to camp, the beach, Summer soirees and beyond.

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Fendi's Spring Collection is filled with stripes, checks, denim and cotton.  The entire line gives children the most luxurious start in life.

See the collection at

Alex and Alexa 

For the littlest tough guy. This gift set is for beach baby boys!

 Estella NY

Summer camp chic at its' best. Mini Boden and Little Tom's are paired perfectly for fun in the sun.
Nordstrom's

Summer soiree? Your little guy can be dressed and ready with style in this Boys Formal Tuxedo in sizes 2T - 14

Dimples and Dandelions

What says Summer better than cotton candy, pinwheels and a tutu dress? This little party perfect pick will take her wherever the party is.

Dimples and Dandelions

Surf's up for mini men. Volcom T-Shirt, Board Shorts and Sandals for  (Big Boys)
Nordstrom

The cutest ruffled pants ever by deMINI!  Get the look at
Poppy's Closet

Oh be still my heart! This cool little dude is wearing Armani Junior, and
he couldn't be cuter.
Saks

Baby brights! Break the pastel monotony with this cozy chic collection at
Hanna Anderson

 

Oh my! Robert Cavalli makes a statement in silk and cotton. If I had a wee one to dress, this little number would have to be purchased.

Zappos Couture 

Comfy cool.  Tea collection offers cool outfits that little boys won't mind wearing. Lots to look at
Tea Collection

Let her express her inner boho in Tea Collection's Seafarer Dress.
Tea Collection

Patriotic perfect. This little tankini is stars and stripes above the rest!
Everything But The Princess

More patriotic choices for classic kids. The Coney Island Collection
Hartstrings

No teeth required to eat cotton candy or have fun on a Summer day with
this wave inspired delicious dress.
I Love Gorgeous

Looking good in linen! Keep him (or her) styl'n and safe from the sun in this adorable hat
Posh Tots