Heidi is a pattern Principessa! She took her design expertise in color, texture, and beauty and developed a thoughtful, versatile collection of vibrant, coordinating paper journals, note sets, gift wrapping and accessories, found online at www.shopheidi.com. It’s rare to find someone as passionate and thoughtful as Heidi. From the moment you meet her, you can…
by Lesley Seacrist Mix one part small town bargirl and squeeze a slice of big city girl, shake it up with crushed ice and pour a frosted glass of—me. It’s like splashing a bit of beer with Vermouth and Gin for making the perfect martini—impossible and unadvised. In the big city where I live, it…
We love Halloween! Nothing is better than dressing up like a fantasy and eating candy. And my favorite place to celebrate Halloween is at the Clift Hotel’s private masquerade ball in San Francisco. The A-listers are invited to dress up, drink Veuve champagne, and enjoy crazy vodka cocktails, while dancing to the hits of the…
Historic Glen Cove Mansion Hotel Introduces “The Great Gatsby” Package!This bit of pr news caught my eye. How imaginative to head to Long Island and float thru the hotel grounds in filmy dresses and shiny shoes. “Long Island Gold Coast Mansion Recalls Elegance of the Roaring 20s! Glen Cove Mansion Hotel, the landmark Georgian estate…
by Mona Brooks, Photo Diva Mona Brooks’ Top Ten Photography Tips: 1) The window light falling on the cabana boy on your bed in the morning works wonders if you look where the light falls on him. If you don’t like it, move around or have him move. This works for natural or artificial lighting….
by Kristin Pedroja Lake Como is one of the most stunning parts of Italy. Tucked into the Alps that separate Italy from Switzerland, Lake Como’s shape resembles the legs and torso of a stick figure. At the base of the left leg is the town of Como, a bustling city with numerous hotels, lovely piazzas,…
The Edinburgh Festival features eight concurrent festivals, including the International Festival and the Fringe, showcasing diverse art.