What to Expect at the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento
If you are in search of history and archaeology while on vacation in Agrigento, Sicily, its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Valley of the Temples, is the place to go.
A Week On Lake Time: A Travel Guide to Lake Winnipesaukee
Boat hopping from dock to dock, looking for loons, stopping in towns for fresh ice cream, and taking…
A Weekend on Long Island: Mattebella Vineyards
For the Fourth of July weekend, Pat and I headed out to Long Island for a stay-cation. Although…
Walking Manhattan: From Orchid to Carroll Gardens
Fall is in the air throughout all of Manhattan–a walk down Orchid Street in the East Village, a walk across Manhattan Bridge, a stroll through Brooklyn Heights and Montague Street, and a trip to Cobble Hill and Carroll Gardens. Pumpkins, salted caramel, brisk air and warm drinks are just a few things that come to mind as fall approaches! Boots, leather jacket, fur vest and leather gloves are must-haves for cool outdoor walks.
A Crisp Fall in Montréal
300 miles, 6 hours, 2 stops and a drive through the gorgeous foliage of New York State later we arrived in Montréal, Canada. A quaint, french-speaking city with a perfect balance of history and up and coming alternative neighborhoods. The crisp fall weather had me bundling up in my favorite fall accessories as we strolled along Mont-Royal Parc.
Best of NYFW 2016: Tadashi Shoji
Tadashi Shoji may not be a household name, but his world renowned figure-flattering techniques from draping, ruching and shutter pleats have appealed both to the masses and celebrities. This season, Tadashi found inspiration for his Spring 2017 collection in artist Wu Junyong's video The Flying Ark. The video was of a crane lifting a tree full of animals from a scorched earth. His thoughts were light, life and nature.
Best of NYFW 2016: Veronica Beard
Using their newly opened Madison Avenue store as their stage, the cofounders of Veronica Beard wanted to make the show a memorable event, somewhat of a grand opening of the store and help women fall back in love with brick-and-mortar shopping. Their spring 2017 ready-to-wear collection was classic Americana with a touch of prep, utilizing the upcoming election as their inspiration for the red, blue and white.
Best of NYFW 2016: Prabal Gurung
Born in Singapore and raised in Nepal, Prabal launched his brand PRABAL GURUNG in 2009. This season, for the Spring 2017 ready-to-wear collection, Prabal was inspired by feminist references, which he translated into a varied lineup focused on loose, fluid silhouettes.
Modica Is Love: Dolce & Gabbana Inspiration
An evening out in Modica, Sicily, the birth place and inspiration of Dolce & Gabbana. On our way to the renowned restaurant Osteria Dei Sapori Perduti, frequented by all the locals of Modica, we stopped by a picturesque balcony to take pictures of the scenic town at dusk while wearing my Dolce & Gabbana dress, well-suited for the occasion.
Key Pieces For Men’s Preppy Style
An essential preppy style guide to help men incorporate a cleaner and more refined look into their everyday wardrobe, while simultaneously maintaining their own personal style.
