“It is spring again. The earth is like a child that knows poems by heart.” – Rainer Maria Rilke Today marks the first official day of spring, and Little Lovely and I are ready for blooming flowers, the Easter Bunny, and spring break! With Easter only a week away, I’ve been prepping Eloise’s basket and… Read More
According to The Pantone Color Institute, ultra violet is the color of the year for 2018; however, fashion experts are pointing to the lighter hue of lavender trending on runways and the red carpet. A flower so representative of springtime is a fitting, pastel shade for the season. From gowns to nail polish, here are… Read More
Pool days and upcoming beach trips mean updating bathing suit and cover-up ensembles. Whether a tunic, kaftan, shift or pareo, I’m always on the lookout for pretty, lightweight pieces that don’t hinder me when chasing after an active toddler. Here is a collection of lovely little options for mommy and mini to keep you covered… Read More
“Mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take” Mother’s Day is next week and so is my mother’s (and my) birthday, so I’m always on the lookout for gifts this time of year. Here are a few suggestions for the lovely mommy in your… Read More
Did you know that blue was originally the color associated with St. Patrick’s Day? Blue was assigned to the Order of St. Patrick in the 18th century, but over time, the Roman Catholic feast day has evolved to become a more secular holiday observed all over the world. And revelers now don green when celebrating… Read More
“So lovely was the loneliness of a wild lake” -Edgar Allen Poe The lovely Lake Oconee was our weekend destination and provided the most peaceful and relaxing setting. It was our first visit to the Ritz Reynolds Plantation, and we quickly embraced its elegant and rustic charm. A luxe lodge nestled on the water about an… Read More
“Lights, camera, action!” The countdown is on to my favorite Sunday night of the year…the Oscars! Even as a little girl, I appreciated the glamour and drama. In fact, for a class assignment in second grade, I wrote that my dream was to attend the Academy Awards in a limousine☺. Well, that dream has yet… Read More
Spring is early this year ushering in warm weather, budding flowers (and pollen) and a new season of fashion. A big fan of feminine details, I was pleased to see the return of flirty flounce and frills on fashion week runways. Ruffles have been around for centuries originally making a very masculine statement adorning the… Read More
“My funny valentine, Sweet comic valentine, You make me smile with my heart” –My Funny Valentine Hearts, pink, candy and romance…every girl loves Valentine’s Day! Saint Valentine’s Day first became associated with love in the 14th century and developed further in Europe during the 18th century when lovers began exchanging gifts with their valentine including… Read More
“Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? Should old acquaintance be forgot, and old lang syne?” – Auld Lang Syne, Robert Burns, 1778 Did you sing the classic song above when the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve? According to history, the tradition began in Scotland where people would gather and… Read More