On this post, my fall capsule wardrobe, a great style book to inspire and guide you, cute jackets, and Tahoe's shoulder season. Before I start the post, I want to thank everyone who shared their own stories last week after the news out of Cornell of the young women being assaulted. I know it takes a lot to even remember these things and it is sad to know how many of us walk around carrying some memory of past assaults or harassment. I wish I could heal and hug you all. I really hope all of it changes ... Read More
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Starting October with a Fresh Porch, New Sweaters, and More
On this post, a bit of fall decor, sweater shopping at the Rack, a pretty fall shoe, getting nicer storage things, and Claire McCardell. Hello lovely friends! Happy October. How's things in your neck of the woods? The repairman was back and Rico hid out with his favorite emery boards, (he's goofy like that), while Alfie was oblivious.... We had a lovely dinner out Thursday in Campbell. The fall skies were so pretty. I also got to catch up with longtime pals this week and my friend Jill hosted ... Read More
Two Days in Carmel and the Carmel River Hike
On this post, our two days in Carmel at the Highlands Inn, a Carmel beach hike, and what I packed, and also a peek into Juliet's lovely new home. Hello lovely pals. Well here we are in fall already! How did that happen? I got away mid-week to Carmel which was cool and foggy. I also got a peek at Juliet's new home and had lunch with her and Cindy in Lafayette. More Juliet's new home! Thursday I drove up to Lafayette to see her new house that is nearly done. Cindy was up there too, so joined us for ... Read More
Great pieces to update and upgrade your fall wardrobe
On September's Signature Style, our fall wishlists...Great pieces to update and upgrade your fall wardrobe! Hello and welcome to September's Signature Style. We are just in time for the first day of fall this week. I've been taking in the catalogs, doing a little shopping and surveying my own closet and have come up with my wish list and so has Cindy. I feel like it's been a long summer. By mid-September I am excited for sweaters, new jeans, loafers and I'm even dreaming of a few coats here in my little ... Read More
My New Modern China Cabinet, and the Santana Row Lunch Event
On this post, my new dining cabinet, green fashion companies, a Santana Row lunch program that helps World Central Kitchen, and some good products for your nails. How's your week been? I've been trying to move the furniture around like a game of Tetris to make room for my new dining room cabinet that came this week. Do you know the feeling? The good part was Griffin's sofa was gone. My pal Ani advised me to move the old chest into the office which was a great idea as I needed storage for my books. The ... Read More
The New Sezane Bags, Kit Kemp Style, and More
On this post, what's new at Sezane, Kit Kemp's new book and how to get her design vibe, and more The 25th September 11th Anniversary It is hard to believe it had been 25 years since September 11th. Like most of us, I remember the exact time we heard of it. I had an almost 3 year old Jackson and was pregnant with Griffin. It made me scared to think what kind of world was coming for my boys. If we have learned anything from what happened, it is that hate never solved anything and love for each other ... Read More
Summerland, Love & Kindness, Gloria Steinem, & Cool Fall Pieces
Why Summerland needs to be a stop on your next road trip, David Byrne and cool fall pieces that should be on your radar. Sorry this post is a bit long! Summerland On our way back from So Cal last week, here if you missed it, we decided to take 101 instead of Highway 5 back for a change of pace. I was planning for us to stop in Montecito for a coffee (we left about 6:30 a.m.), but noticed Summerland beckoning on the sign right before it. I told Max I have always wanted to go there and see the famous ... Read More
Dolly, Venice’s Abbot-Kinney Boulevard, The Strand & More
On this post, exploring Venice's Abbot-Kinney Blvd, plus more clean beauty things, the bag I bought for fall, and Dolly Parton. How was your week? Since we went to LA on Saturday I felt the week fly by. We drove down to see my oldest son Jackson and his fiancé Kristin. They have just settled into a new life down there and we thought it would be nice to spend a weekend with them now that they have their guest bedroom fixed up! They are lucky to have a 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment and they just got a great ... Read More
A Fig Couscous, a Cute Counter Lamp, and A Marin Home Tour
On this post a little gardening, a fig couscous, my new little counter lamp, and a Marin home tour you will love! Happy weekend! What are you up to this weekend? My post is going to be a bit brief as we are leaving to go see Jackson in LA this weekend. I spent all week working on my jewelry post, so I hope you'll pop over and read that while you're here. Hopefully I'll have some cool things to share next week from Los Angeles! August House Stuff I've been moving things about and got some art back ... Read More
Can Jewelry Be the Path to an Updated Fall Wardrobe?
Jewelry may be the most important thing in your wardrobe, but we don't always use this tool to our advantage. Think about the best dressed people we know, they always have accessories that make the look pop. Jewelry also refreshes what you have and gives it a new look. Below what is trending in the jewelry space, the pieces I think always look good, and ideas for using what you might already own! Today a little bit of everything. These are the things I've noticed and loved, and ideas for you to try when ... Read More
