This has been a tumultuous, headline-driven year and a busy yet restorative holiday season. It is easy to forget the million upon millions of individual acts of kindness that weave our societies into strong places. It is my wish that this year bring a more peaceful sensibility and that we as individuals do not get so mesmerized by our devices… View Post
Sleeveless Christmas Fashion?
Far be it from be to complain about a day that is 68* and brightly overcast. This does not bode well for the planet. No, indeed. Yet here I am in an A-Line, mod-ish tunic, overlooking the bay in Sag Harbor on Christmas Day, and it feels great. Look, Ma! No sleeves! The parking lot near the wharf is empty…. View Post
Days Before Christmas at Bloomingdale’s, Dylan’s Candy Bar, and More!
A busy, rushy Christmas is nipping at our ( well-shod) heels. Upended a bit by a virus, I still made it to a holiday party or two. An office party Sunday night fell on a cold night, so I wore my new mohair coat. In New York, like everywhere I suppose, there is such a spectacle of lights and trees… View Post
Wear RED
FOR THE HOLIDAYS AND BEYOND, WEAR RED. RED IS THE COLOR OF THE PERFECT LIP, THE FIERY HUE OF PASSION AND FURY, AND THAT GOBLET POURED HEARTILY, WITH GAMAY OR PINOT NOIR. Don’t limit this luscious color to this season only; RED is a great option whenever you want to shine. Below I am in my lobby wearing an Hermes… View Post
Extraordinary Gifting: Shop Small and Shop Well
Tis the season where we unleash our normally well-guarded dollars into the world of commerce. What we choose is so personal, but where we choose to buy is so important, too. Our dollars go to support things larger than the small gifts we buy. There is a good reason to shop local and shop small. The results can be extraordinary, like… View Post