It was in the high 50’s here today in New York which left us feeling more like early spring than the end of January. To experience some of the colors of spring, I took myself to Japan Bloom Fair 2012 at The Japan Society. More than three hundred varieties of flowers grown in Japan are on […]
One of my favorite little neighborhood boutiques SITE NYC, in Astoria New York, is filled with an inspired collection of vintage, new, and handmade finds. Owner Mackenzi Farquer’s delightful energy infuses the store with wit and charm. And her keen eye for design offers visual delight upon every visit. Valentine’s Day is just around the […]
It is snowing this morning in New York, so here’s a little visual trip to sunny Rio for those who aren’t getting a kick out of this first snow of winter. Located on a glamorous strip of coastline in the heart of Ipanema, the Hotel Fasano is one of those delightful little treats to discover. We […]
Cecil Beaton: The New York Years at the Museum of the City of New York is one of those must-see shows. An exhibit chronicling the British-born artists’ periods of extended stay in New York from the 20’s to the 60’s, it includes his inspiring fashion and high-society portrait photography, costumes, dresses and sets he designed […]
Nine years ago today I turned thirty and took myself to Paris, the city of my heart. My dear friend, Joy, joined me and we arrived in Paris on a bitter cold birthday morning. We stayed in a friend’s apartment in Montmartre and made our way to a warm, cozy cafe to have an early […]
My parents both hail from Warren, Ohio, where they rode on this very same carousel as children at Idora Park in Youngstown, Ohio. Jane Walentas and her husband, David, purchased the carousel in 1984, and have since brought it to Brooklyn where it has been painstakingly restored. Today, Jane’s Carousel runs in mint condition in Brooklyn […]
