Grand National I

Pony races

Lawyer Liz, JAB, EAS

JCW & EAS

Mr. Maryland & Baxter

JAB riding Prospector's Strike

Old Friends

Nat, EAS, Char

Last week I had dinner with two dear friends that I have known since my days of carrying Vera Bradley.

During dinner one of my girlfriends pulled out a Vera Bradley accessory. It was a chocolate chinoiserie pattern with a hot pink accent (Imperial Toile) and I loved it! I must admit for the past six years or so I have walked right past all Vera Bradley displays.

Vera, please except my apology...I have been jaded with snobbery from my days at Neimans but have finally noticed your new designs. I am looking forward to rekindling our high school love affair.

A&T's Home

Our friends new place.

Maddie resting in her blue crab collar.

Coffee table books to keep you busy for hours.

Prim and proper topiaries

Geranium upholstered chairs

Pink and green lounging

See you next time Maddie.

Jules Reid

Jules Reid's line is full of bright patterns and has a bohemian flair. Jules lived in India as a child and that is certainly reflected in her line. The clothing is playful yet feminine. She has a love of elephants and is influenced by the bold designs of Emilio Pucci.

A piece of Jules Reid's inspiration board.

“Designing interiors developed my sense of color and texture, but I have always been excited by fashion. Now I am creating my own patterns and fabrics that are incorporated into clothing that I love." -Jules Reid

The Jules Reid Fall/Winter 2010 collection is comprised of rich velvets, whimsical printed silks, and elegant silhouettes. It's the kind of clothing that makes you feel special...I am dying to see some of her exceptional pieces in person.

My Lady's Manor II

The after party was at Ladew Gardens.

The after after party was at Mr. Maryland's farmhouse.

Dixie's Dad & Mom

JCW, EAS, SAS

No Maryland house is complete without Old Bay.

Roanoke and Baltimore Pride.