A pricey love affair with ABC Carpet & Home

Murano glass chandelier at ABC Carpet & Home

ABC Carpet & Home is one of those home decor gods you bow down and worship. I don't know of anyone, really, that doesn't find this divine store unbelievably charming; there is something for everyone, with items from all around the world ... One slight disadvantage? Well, the prices, a bit steep for most New Yorkers renting small apartments for a couple of thousands a month. Here are some snapshots I instagrammed yesterday, as I … [Read more...]

My Memorial Day weekend

Water Taxi Beach on Governers Island

If you were unprepared (myself included) for an exotic, never heard of, eat your heart out with envy, fabulous Memorial Day getaway, let's be friends. I was bummed to be staying in the increasingly hot and humid New York City this weekend, but it turns out I didn't .. at least not entirely. I started out by heading to the Water Taxi Beach on Governers Island. The island had just opened, and will remain open until September 20th. I won't … [Read more...]

Sounds of peace with Ludovico Einaudi

Ludovico Einaudi has been under my radar for a while now, but for some reason, recently, I have been obsessively playing his Primavera. It is peaceful, melancholic, classical music, somewhat dramatic. Not only do I love this type of music, but it significantly relaxes me. It was a very pleasant surprise to meet Ludovico's music again in the highly acclaimed, very moving French movie The Intouchables. I absolutely loved the movie, and … [Read more...]

Colonial Williamsburg celebrates 75 years of hospitality in style

Last week, I was invited by Missy Farren PR to a delightful celebratory event in honor of the historical Colonial Williamsburg Resort in Virginia. I graciously accepted, excited to find out more about the resort. It turned out to be one of the best press events I have ever attended. Amidst a spectacular venue on top of Rockefeller Center, overlooking the sumptuous Saint Patrick Cathedral and the posh Fifth Avenue, the Colonial … [Read more...]

Justin Timberlake, the designer?

Who knew Justin Timberlake and interior design can go together in one sentence? The trendsetter pop icon has partnered with renowned celebrity stylist and interior designer Estee Stanley in launching HomeMint, a website full of curated products that promises to turn your home into a chic dwelling. In addition to being a Grammy award winning entertainer, actor and entrepreneur – remember MySpace? – it seems Justin Timberlake is also … [Read more...]