One of my Besties, who is getting married later this year, is having Jimmy Choo design several bespoke pairs of shoes for her wedding. Mini AG and I decided to go and hang out one day and watch Jimmy do his magic, that’s just what it is, magic….. Jimmy and his wife work out of […]
Archives for June 2011
Dinner at 86 on the Fulham Road.
So if you read my tweets you know that Hubby’s law firm doesn’t allow wives to their Summer or Christmas parties…. and its black tie, and frankly, I think its rude. SO, I opted to go big on Friday night and go out with one of my best girlfriends, dinner at 86 on the Fulham […]
From my mail bag: Terrific Tailors….
American Girl, Katherine, writes: “This thank you is long overdue. We moved to London from Manhattan last August and the adjustment was not easy. Thank you for all your suggestions- for Firezza, for Bliss Cleaners, for nail salons, etc… Thank you for your adorable stories and for sharing your experiences with the mini. Your blog is […]
This week’s installment of “I have a shopping addiction.”
Super duper thrilled about this new purchase. Bought it Wednesday at Donna Ida, one of my favorite boutiques. Gryphon Henley Top. To be paired with, white Theory pants and Tory Burch flips OR (my staple) J-brand skinnies and black Loubies OR (If I may be so bold) to shake up a boring black work suit…. Thanks […]
A few of my favorite beaches…..
I. Love. Summer. Was just taking a trip down memory lane about some of my top places to tan….. Marbella, Spain Capri, Italy Monte Carlo, Monaco Mykonos, Greece San Sebastian, Spain St Tropez, France Sardinia, Italy Bora Bora, Tahiti Cabo San Lucas, Mexico The Beach Club, Santa Monica, California (AKA Home Sweet Home) {All photos by American […]
Summer fun in SW1…
American Girl Jamie, from FabSugar, and I are going to stop by the Elizabeth Street summer carnival tomorrow evening. I thought I would share the invitation with you girls too…. Come along for a glass of Pimms or two…… Midsummer Carnival on Elizabeth Street Wednesday 8th June 2011 Elizabeth Street, the fashionable heart of London’s […]
Happy Friday. Lychee Martinis for everyone.
Just came across this Lychee Martini recipe, courtesy of Marcus Samuelsson and I had to share. Perfect for summer nights out! REFRESHING LYCHEE MARTINI COCKTAIL RECIPE 2 ounces vodka (American Girl prefers Grey Goose.) 1½ oz lychee juice, lychee syrup, or lychee liquor1 lychee peeled and pittedIce In a martini shaker, mix the ice, vodka, and lychee […]
One of my favorite shops to skip across the pond, Anthropologie.
I used to always frequent the Anthropologie on Beverly Blvd back in Los Angeles, and I was thrilled when it made its over to Regent Street, and then Kings Road…. Anthro is my go-to shop for pretty little tops, summer dresses, and adorable home accents. Their June catalog just came out. Here are some of […]
We live in England now. Drink your tea!
I’ve never been a big tea drinker I’ll have to admit. My favorite gift I have ever gotten from Hubby is my Nespresso maker. BUT, I have found this new range of teas which I just love, Dr Stuart’s Functional Teas! These “benefit blends” serve two purposes; First- Detoxing, Slimming, Skin Purifying, etc etc. Second- Helping you […]