Friday, January 28, 2011

Matchbook Magazine

Matchbook Magazine just launched their first issue. I could really identify with the following spreads..."50 classics for your closet" & "2o gifts for the devilishly dapper men in our lives". As far as I am concerned the magazine really hit the nail on the head with their picks, here are my favorites...








From lipstick to letterpress, gelato to grosgrain, and Paris to Peru, consider us your field guide to a charmed life. -Matchbook

Thursday, January 27, 2011

Tournament of Champions

The J.P. Morgan Tournament of Champions was last weekend in NYC. JCW made the journey to the tournament for the weekend.

The tournament was held Grand Central Terminal.

The iconic Grand Central glass court.



You can find more images and videos on the ToC website.

He didn't leave Grand Central before having some oysters at The historic Grand Central Oyster Bar.

He stayed at the the New York Athletic Club. The club consists of 24 floors with everything from fencing facilities to a card room.

This was the view of Central Park from the NYAC.

He managed to squeeze in a little squash at The Racquets and Tennis Club.

Special thanks to JCW for watching The Other Guys with me even though he was completely exhausted after a long weekend in NYC. xx

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Bell by Alicia Bell

The clothing company Bell by Alicia Bell was founded in 2000. I fell in love with Bell's signature crisp shirts the moment I laid eyes on them.

The website allows you to design your own blouses by choosing the fabric and buttons. There are lots of great plaids, seersuckers, ginghams, and solids to pick from.

Custom blouses take between 4-6 weeks to ship.

The Madison blouse is very unique because of the full sleeve pleated fan cuff...it's my favorite and currently on my lust list!

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Spade Abode











Andy and Kate Spade's home in NYC, November 21st 2010

These photographs were shot by Todd Selby and posted on his project The Selby. The Selby is a creative view inside inspiring individuals personal spaces. Browsing the website is pure pleasure or shall I say snooping around in stranger's homes is pure pleasure.

Monday, January 24, 2011

To Do List

Eagerly anticipate the Kayce Hughes Spring 2011 line.

Shop Patagonia's sale and look for a new winter hat...

CK Bradley's Apres Pom Pom Hat is also a contender.

Look for new stationary.

Try dry shampoo. I have heard Oscar Blandi's dry shampoo is great for adding volume but I am open to any other suggestions.

Go to Tutti Frutti a self serve frozen yogurt shop that is new to my area.

Pick up a new Rosebud Salve...I am running low.

Pre-order the Lilly Pulitzer Sunglass Strap aka croakies from the Preppy Princess.

What is on your to-do list?

Friday, January 21, 2011

Kiel James Patrick

Kiel James Patrick started designing bracelets and belts in prep school after falling in love with tartans, regimental stripes, woven wool and jacquard woven silk ties. His creations were just what he needed to express his individuality in a world of blazers and button downs.

The making of the "Grungy Gentleman" bracelet by KJP.

The finished product is a wool herringbone bracelet backed with KJP's signature plaid.

"Skillfully Crafted Products Hand-Made in the Ocean State"

KJP Ivy League Bracelets

One of the rooms at the KJP headquarters...must be nice to have a bar at work!

As a child one of the best parts about Summer vacation was breaking in your rope bracelet, but come September it had to be cut off for school. The beauty of the KJP rope bracelet is you can simply unbutton it.

Thursday, January 20, 2011

A Gluttonous 1st

After making it through some rather intense Mummers Parade traffic we had a delicious brunch at Honey's Sit-N-Eat.

Lawyer Liz and her Beau, JCW, EAS

We emerged later that evening for another meal at Continental Mid-town.

The restaurant had a hip atmosphere with funky decor.

I loved how they served individual shakers with each cocktail.

The boys favorite were the cheesesteak egg rolls...when in Philly.

Top of the list for us girls was the S'more.

We even had a Real Housewives moment when we ordered the Cotton Candy. I wish more restaurants had Cotton Candy on their dessert menus!