My Cartagena
I recently married a Colombian man, as a nod to his heritage we held our ceremony in the magical city of Cartagena, Colombia. Cartagena is a UNESCO heritage site, meaning it's architecture is protected and will always stay true to it’s initial structure and style (sometimes dating as far back as the 1500's) because of this, the city retains much of the same feel it had when it was colonized by...
Read MoreIstanbul Shopping Guide
ISTANBUL, Turkey - Multi-layered with intertwining cultures that bring together locals, tourists, gourmets, and shopaholics alike, Istanbul is a mega-city situated on two continents. With the Bosphorus as a backdrop, each district of this ancient metropolis comes alive with its own mix of colors, pattern, scent, art, and of course, architecture. Shopping in Istanbul offers the best of all worlds- a chance to explore the past and peer into the future....
Read MoreBehind the Label: Aish
Aish is a brand we have long admired for its natural textiles and for the mission of it’s creator Nupur Goenka. It’s rare to find a founder and creative directer that has so seamlessly been able to work with textile craft communities in India to produce luxurious handmade products, that fit so well into our contemporary lives. Having grown up in India with out any formal design training, Nupur’s journey...
Read MoreBehind the Label: Soko
This is a a fair trade brand affecting change in Africa, it is also a collection filled with all the earrings, necklaces and bracelets you want to be wearing now! These completely hand made designs are both sleek and sculptural. There are large bold cuffs or simple stackable brass bangles. Statement necklaces like those crafted from horn in collaboration with designer Laura Siegel and modern collars that would look at...
Read MoreGlobetrotter: Lisa Fine
We love Lisa Fine’s luxe boho style. As designer of her own textile collection and co- designer of worldly chic clothing label Irving & Fine, Lisa manages to combine her southern roots and global tastes into a NYC lifestyle that seems to have popped out of a Slim Aarons photo. We were thrilled when this card carrying member of the international jet-set agreed to share her inspirations, destinations and all time favorite souvenir....
Read More12 Things NOT To Do In Cuba
Cuba has long been a popular vacation destination for Canadians and Europeans looking for an affordable sunny island escape. However, most tourists stick to resort areas with little opportunity to interact with local Cubans beyond their hotel staff. In fact, up until 1997, it was actually illegal for locals to mingle with international tourists. Now that the five-decade embargo with the United States is starting to thaw, Americans are beginning...
Read MoreAn Insider's Guide to Havana
We asked our friend and Cuban native Maria Romeu where to go and what to do in Havana. Maria, who created the first music videos for cuban rock star Carlos Varela, has also just created a new luxury yacht charter service called VIP Yachts. We are so hoping she is going to invite us to enjoy a little floating five star luxury while being shown the real Havana! For those that prefer to stay...
Read MoreA Look at Cuban Street Style
HAVANA — From old-school, slick suits to American-flag prints, fashion on this city’s streets represents a country with one foot in the past and its eyes on the future. Fashion is embedded in Cuban culture, with African and Spanish influences as well as a dedication to color. The classic embroidered guayabera shirt, ubiquitous throughout Latin culture, is said to have come from a Cuban province. As the story goes, laborers...
Read MoreMy Little Black Book
Here are 5 of my favorite places to shop for Valentine treasures! From the sublime to the silly, these are my secret spots around the globe. NYC, NY Fleurs Bella Tucked away in Greenwhich village you will find my favorite florist Fleurs Bella. From personal arrangements to full wedding exstravaganza’s , floral designer Bella Meyer will amaze and delight you. This is the perfect spot for selecting chic floral thank-you’s...
Read MoreMy Top 6 for 2016
Every January I make a list of goals for the coming year. Yes it takes courage and some vulnerability, but it’s also a fun way to prioritize the people, places and things that are important to me. I try to make everything on my list some what achievable (no curing world peace here) and also pleasant,my list is less about dreaded resolutions and more of a fashionable travelogue. 1. I plan to immediately order...
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