I hope everyone is having a lovely weekend! I want to share with you photos of Coco’s fabulous flat on 31 Rue Cambon ~ Coco disliked doors and often placed burgundy screens in her entryway. She hoped that “by placing the screens in front of the doors, her guests might not remember to leave”. I don’t believe […]
January 10, 2010was given to me by my daughter, then 5 yrs old, when she said to me “We should only buy things that are Ooh la la”. Her rating system is “Ooh la la” or “Not, Ooh la la”, occasionally followed by a thumbs up or down. One day while we were shopping together, a lightbulb turned on and […]
January 9, 2010I am captivated by this wonderful book of Dior. This is a must read for anyone that admires this legendary fashion house. If you love haute-couture and the history of Dior ~ this book is for you! It is an exquisite tribute to Christian Dior as well as the four designers following him ~ Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Boehm, […]
January 7, 2010The snowfall we’re receiving this evening resembles white glitter floating from the sky …. I’m looking forward to turning the lights down, pouring a glass of wine and curling up on the couch with a good read. There is something about awaiting a snowstorm that makes me happy. It excites me every bit as much as an adult as it did when […]
January 6, 2010Over the weekend, I took my daughter to see The Princess and the Frog. I, too, love a fairytale as much as the next girl, even if they are ages are 4, 5, 6,… I was hoping my daughter would decide she wanted to see this movie afterall. Last year, at the age of 5, she […]
January 5, 2010Life is getting back to normal for me. I loved every minute of the time I spent with family and friends. However, I’m ready to begin a new year with inspiration and new projects ~ The first project on my list is my boudoir. My husband gifted me this lovely dressing table and seat for Christmas. The seat […]
January 4, 2010Before I quote my favourite New Year’s toast, take your glass of champagne and toast with me… “May all of your joys be pure joy and your pain, champagne!” May you have a happy and glamorous 2010!! The lovely Dita Von Teese~ Glamour Frenchies ~ photo courtesy of marthastewart.com Cristal Room, Paris ~ one of my favourite restaurants! […]
January 1, 2010