Fashion Week Envy

The Scoop app from The New York Times was updated today to feature all things Fashion Week. Sigh...

Necessary Reads

If you haven't already, be sure to pick up the August issue of Domino magazine for a beautiful feature on the farmhouse I visited last summer in New York. Go Alice!

While you're at it, everyone's favorite architect, Mr. Jeff Corney, looks fabulous in his stunning condo in the July issue of Chicago Social. The Mies van der Rohe feature story is of course by my favorite editor, miss Amalie Drury.

Jet Set in Style

Speaking of Tory Burch, her Weekender with lemon patent trim is fab.

Sunset Grill, Hilton Head SC

You ain't...I mean...you haven't seen a Carolina sunset until you discover the Sunset Grille in Hilton Head, SC. "Discover," because it's a bit of a scavenger hunt to find, tucked discretely behind an RV park, atop an unassuming dock house on the north side of the island.

After you fill up on the southern-style smoked seafood platter, you must try the lamb shank and save room for the bread puddin' for dessert. Well worth the calories and subsequent guilt the next day.

Hilton Head

Enough said.

People Mag, Here I Come!

After making reservations for lunch at The Ivy in L.A., I must admit, I considered cancelling for fear of being cliché, passé and trendy all at once. However, it turned out to be beautiful, charming and absolutely delicious. I also decided that someday, I must have a lush outdoor patio with umbrellas, wicker furniture and big flowery pillows.

p.s. No celebrity spottings. Just a Brook Hogan look-a-like with an attitude.

A Few Things You Should Know About Cleveland

1. Cleveland rocks.

2. It's no longer the mistake on the lake.

3. Michael Ruhlman, cookbook author, former NYT reporter and Iron Chef judge who is pretty much a really big deal in the culinary world, named Cleveland as the hottest dining city in America. Well, something like that, in this Chicago Tribune article. Lola and Lolita are amongst the hottest in town, both owned by renowned Food Network star Michael Symon.

4. Hands down, the most fabulous spa I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing is seconds away from my mom's house in Aurora. In fact, it's the only 5 Diamond spa in Ohio. At SpaWalden, you receive your own private suite for your services, with a Kohler hot tub and steam shower, luxurious day bed and yummy snacks to enjoy before and after your treatment.

Road trip anyone?

Take a Trip to Table 8

Next time you make your way to South Beach, check out Table 8, an organic food paradise on Ocean Drive. The Blueberry Pomegranate cocktail is to die for.

A Must See Scene

I finally had the opportunity to stop by the much-discussed Hudson Hotel and for once, something has truly lived up to the hype. I can't even talk about the lobby. Live ivy climbing a brick wall? The most fabulous chandelier I've ever seen? It's just too much.



















And the Library - filled with hundreds of books and even more fabulous people - is definitely a place to see and be seen. Just make sure you take the scene with a grain of salt and don't forget a wad of cash. Those drinks are pricey!

No Cell Phones Needed

Last weekend, I visited the quaintest little town in upstate NY and must share the love. Among many highlights, indulging in the most delectable sticky buns at the Bottle Tree Grocery and Cafe in Ancram was a perfect departure from the hectic life we're all accustom.

In Copake, no cell phones or TVs were needed, as we spent our lazy days reading the NYT, driving through the "country" and touring some of the most fabulous homes featured in Domino, House & Garden and the like.

Welcome Aboard

After much trepidation, I finally walked through the doors of the much-talked-about and highly revered travel boutique – Flight 001. Self described as the “Jet-setters dream,” you can truly discover the best finds for trips overseas, to North Ave Beach and everything in-between.

No matter your budget or intentions, after a quick peruse online or in-store, you’ll surely make it a first stop for all travel and gifting needs. And, their nifty silver shopping bags are practical and fab!

Make sure you ask for uber sweet salesman Jared when you’re there – he’s the man for your flight plan.

A travel "need," I heart the Comme des Garcons flat wallet in emerald green.