Everyone recognizes the Classic Stem print from Orla Kiely a mile away. While I always spot totes, umbrellas, and even their stationary, I had no idea this London based designer also makes incredible home fragrances. Since our house has recently…
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When I read about Tom Ford’s Mandarino di Amalfi in British Vogue, I felt envy. Why? I imagined the invite beauty editors received to experience this addition to the Private Blend collection. A luncheon including drinks and bites highlighting key…
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There’s no doubt–guys are hard to shop for. Dads are the worst though. They never need nor want anything. Whether you’re shopping for a single dad, a stay-at-home dad, or a stepdad, all appreciate a masculine touch to their self-care…
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We all remember our first bespoke experience. Mine was a bottle of Grapefruit cologne from Jo Malone. I sure have changed since then! Luckily, I’m not the only one. After selling her namesake empire to the Estée Lauder Companies and…
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All duty-free was not created equal. The duty-free section at Liberia Airport in Costa Rica was the size of a closet. Not Mariah Carey’s closet either. It was miniature with nothing good in it either. Just liquor and cigarettes. So…
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May 3: my mom’s birthday. May 4 and 5: stayed at Mama Shelter. May 6: saw ‘Philomena’ on the flight home. Clearly, someone’s been reminding me that tomorrow is Mother’s Day in the US. When my brother and I were…
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Happy Easter! Chances are, you’re dealing with family or traffic today. Or both. You may not be enjoying either. Is the holiday meal just mediocre? Today is 4/20 so I’m going to be blunt. Mellow out and light one up!…
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There are at least three reasons I favor Caudalíe in the prestige beauty market. One: the products work. Two: the line is inspired by a vineyard and fueled by the healing power of wine. Three: the founder, Mathilde Thomas believes…
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