Friday, September 18, 2009

It's Raining, It's Pouring

Yesterday was cool, rainy, and gloomy. The only perk about rain is getting to sport some super cute rain gear.

for a light mist…
Frenchie Slicker, J.Crew

when it is pouring…
Women's Rain Shadow Jacket, Patagonia
Patagonia is offering free shipping on orders over $100 through Sept. 21. Use code SEPTSHIP

This Burberry umbrella doesn’t stand the test during a torrential downpour, but is perfect for a drizzle and fits conveniently in your handbag.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Newport Highlights

I absolutely love Newport…the amazing boats, smell of the salty air, and the warm buttered buns for lobster rolls. Here are some pictures from my recent trip.

Ladies, it was truly a wonderful weekend! xx

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

CK Bradley

I am huge fan of CK Bradley. A few years ago we where in New York for Thanksgiving and I went to the CK Bradley store in the city, for some black Friday shopping. When I got to the store I was immediately greeted by one Camilla Bradley. She helped me pick out dresses and gather sizes. She is just as stylish and playful as her clothing. After that shopping trip I had an even greater appreciation for CK Bradley and all that it embodies. I was so sad to hear that the NYC location was closing and Newport would become the hub for CK Bradley. Fortunately, I was able to visit the Newport store this summer and once again had a wonderful shopping experience. I tried on the Tamanaco Dress and they didn’t have the size I needed. The girl that was helping me offered to go to the warehouse (which conveniently was only five minutes away) and dig up my correct size. She headed off to the warehouse and I headed to the wine store next door.




Two bottles of champagne, one size 2 Tamanaco Dress and I was on my way, happy as a clam.

Westmoor Club, Nantucket

This dress accompanied me to my friend’s rehearsal dinner where I gave a toast, slurped oysters, hit up the bars at Straight Wharf and walked home barefoot with late night pizza.

CKB –Thanks so much for all of the fun dresses and prints…keep 'em coming! xx

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Jelly Belly

As a child I recall picking out all of the Buttered Popcorn and Toasted Marshmallow jelly beans from the assorted bags. I was excited to find out that you can order individual said flavors on the Jelly Belly website.

The website is a jelly bean lovers dream. A new development in the world of Jelly Belly is Cold Stone Jelly Beans. The assorted bags consist of Chocolate, Strawberry, Apple Pie, Mint Chocolate Chip, and the all time best flavor Birthday Cake Remix. Birthday Cake Remix is Cake Batter Ice Cream, Rainbow Sprinkles, Brownie, and Hot Fudge. My sister SAS is a true candy connoisseur and her Cold Stone signature is Birthday Cake Remix turned into a shake. As my Grammy would say, it is the very finest!

Monday, September 14, 2009

H1N1

I have known a handful of people already affected by Swine Flu and the numbers are only expected to increase this fall. I am a bit of a hypochondriac but I feel like you can never be too careful and I am going to do my best to practice clean hygiene. I have become obsessed with Purell and mastered the art of sanitizing. I will never back down from a sanitizing challenge. Thinking of how germy money is…I have even caught myself sanitizing change. I may only use plastic this flu season! Just remember to wash those paws.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Recent Finds

I found these bright argyle sweaters at my local Old Navy. When I buy clothing from Old Navy I don’t expect it to make it through the long haul or extensive washings for that matter. I love how affordable Old Navy is and that I never leave the store empty handed.

These plastic covers that go on the bottom of your heels are called Solemates and are a truly fantastic invention. How many times have your heels sunk into the ground during wedding receptions, cocktail hours, and graduations? I am only going to utilize these gizmos when I am outside. I feel like being caught indoors with your Solemates could definitely land you on the worst dressed list or at least warrant talking about you behind your back.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Obagi

After trying some of the products from the Obagi Nu-Derm System skin care line these are two of my favorites.

Nu-Derm Foaming Gel
This face wash isn’t too harsh and has a delightfully sweet scent.

The blender cream gets rid of those pesky sunspots and unwanted freckles. This cream is just what the doctor ordered after a summer of sunbathing.