Monthly Archives: October 2014

Hollywood Costume Exhibit in LA

When I was in California last week to see my sister, I had the chance to see the Hollywood Costume exhibit currently on display at the LACMA. Seriously, if you’re in the LA area, go now. There are 150 movie costumes on display from so many favorite films: Pretty Woman, Indiana Jones, Mary Poppins and more…. Read more »

The weekend is here!

Happy Friday, my darling readers! I’m off on vacation for the next week to visit my little sister. Yay! We’re planning a mini-detour from Laguna Beach to check out Palm Springs. I’ve never been and we’ve been eyeing the Saguaro as a place to stay. So colorful and fun, right? Wishing you a wonderful and… Read more »

Honeycomb mirror decor

In my Brooklyn apartment, there’s a narrow indented corner in our living room. I moved into this place almost two years ago, but I still haven’t figured out how to use the space—until now. I discovered this honeycomb mirror idea on Pinterest and love it. How cool would it be to create my own hexagon… Read more »

How to be Parisian (wherever you are)

I know that I mentioned the books that I’m reading this fall, but my discovery of How To Be Parisian Wherever You Are, by Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Caroline de Maigret and Sophie Mas, somehow trumped that list (I’ll get back on track soon!). I couldn’t help but wonder what these four accomplished ladies had… Read more »

The best medicine when you’re sick

Last week, I was sick with a flu/head cold/virus—the worst! But I found the perfect get well cure: Harney & Sons tea. The bodega near my apartment sells it by the tin, so I stocked up on a few different types… Their Peppermint Herbal blend was the perfect antidote. I drank it piping hot from… Read more »