A glitzy New Year’s Eve at Gotham Hall

Gogobot New Year's Eve Gotham Hall NYC

Although this Christmas I decided to remain low-key in New York City, instead of reuniting with my family abroad (bad decision, will reconsider for next year), for New Year's Eve, I went with New York's Gogobot party at Gotham Hall. It was a fun glitzy night, full of cocktails, a masquerade ball and lots of fun times. I really loved the elegant venue, the architectural details, the splendid chandelier, the imposing columns, all reminiscent of old … [Read more...]

Bloggers and blazers at the Madison Maxey trunk show

Madison Maxey Trunk Show

Small Girls PR, Mallory and Bianca, invited me last weekend for the Madison Maxey trunk show. Given it was a sunny Sunday afternoon, I could not think of a better way to spend my time than shopping, sipping champagne and trying on blazers in Soho. Hosted in the chic Ruia boutique, the affair was nothing less than a fun fashionista get-together. Launched in December 2011 by former college roomates Madison Maxey and Tessa Lewis, the … [Read more...]

Trendy, retro gift finds at the ideeli Holiday Press Event

ideeli Holiday gramophone

My friends from ideeli invited me to their Holiday Press Event, showcasing numerous must-have gifts, trendy accessories, and the latest fashion trends. Their new headquarters inside the iconic New York Times building, filled with light and sweeping NYC views, brought back memories. Needless to say, I went straight to the retro inspired home decor items. The Uma Enterprises Inc. Gramophone, going on sale for $129.99, and the Crosley … [Read more...]

Holiday travel 101: Gift shopping made easy with Birchbox

Birchbox HolidayCheatSheet

With the holiday season in full bloom, there is no better time to shop for your loved ones than beginning with Thanksgiving. Although holiday travel sets in, slightly postponing your safari exploring or beach bumming, there is no excuse not to travel. Whether you are traveling domestically or internationally, you are in much need of lightweight original gifting ideas. And thanks to Birchbox, only a click away. Take me, for instance. I travel … [Read more...]

A vision, a fantasy, a dream: At home with Daniela Kamiliotis

Daniela Kamiliotis

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure to attend the wedding anniversary of my dear friends: artist Daniela Kamiliotis and her loving husband, Thanos, in their lovely weekend home in Bethel, Connecticut. It was one of the most enjoyable outdoor parties I had been, surrounded by peaceful nature, a beautiful lake and a group of wonderful people. What was clearly a couple still very much in love, after their happy 26 years together, made for a vibrant … [Read more...]