We all know how wonderful it is when the hubby/boyfriend takes the massive hint you left about that great dress, cardigan, pair of jeans you really wanted under the tree. We also know the disappointment when he didn’t really take the hint. (Eh, hm. Did I need to provide the style number in addition to […]
Archives for November 2011
{Practical Tid-Bits} You need a Vicky. Seriously.
We are busy girls. Some of us work, some of us have kids, and some of us do both. We don’t need one more thing to think of in the morning when we are getting ready to fly out the door. And that includes what to wear and where to find it. Enter Vicky Silverthorn. […]
{Eat, Drink, Spa, Stay} The brand new Montcalm.
I love hanging out at lovely hotels. Whether it be for a delicious cocktail, scrumptious dinner, or a day at the spa, there are some fantastic hotels in London, including some hidden gems. The Montcalm Hotel is a 5 star hotel near Marble Arch and is a one stop shop for AGs. It has just […]
{Fashion Friday} The mystery that is UK sizing.
Today’s “Fashion Friday” should be a very useful one for some of you ladies. Last week, I met the lovely Clare Watson of Miss Dress. Clare is a personal stylist, and has worked with a number of you AGs. We began brainstorming on some of the trickiest issues that us Americans have while shopping in […]
Loving the Liberty Windows…..
How beautiful are these? Total inspiration to have a chic and elegant Christmas. Like we needed one more reason to adore Liberty!
{Mummy & Me} Nail polish for your Mini.
A few weeks ago I was invited to attend the launch of Little Bu, a non-toxic, water-based nail polish for your little ladies, at the children’s section of Harrods. Patricia, a fellow AG from New York is the creator of the lovely polishes and was inspired by the New York trend of nail salons offering mini manis and […]
{Other Diddies} The Poppy gets a make-over.
There’s something about the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal that always makes me smile. I love that in a country divided politically, almost all of Londoners come together from mid-October to mid-November to support the troops by wearing that iconic poppy on their lapel. This year, jewelry designer Kleshna capitalized on making the poppy a little […]
{Eat & Drink} Hidden gem on Holbein…
One of my best friends swears by Como Lario, so much so that she rented out the entire restaurant for her engagement party. I unfortunately missed the soirée, but finally was able to sample the delicious Italian for a Sunday lunch yesterday. Located just off Pimlico Road, seconds from Sloane Square on Holbein Place, Como […]
{Fashion Friday} Bonfire Night Street Style!
For those of you Americans who have not celebrated Guy Fawkes, aka Bonfire Night, this is a MUST. What could be better than an evening of mulled wine, fireworks, and breaking out your favorite Autumn ensembles. Here are some of my picks and for the evening for your inspiration! Alex wears the J Brand Major […]
{Travel} Go for the Gold!
Leave it to American Express to put on a fab party for the travel bloggers of London. On Tuesday night, after leaving Cowshed I stopped by the St Martins Lane Hotel (home of Asia de Cuba and Light Bar, two of my favorite spots) where I learned more about the American Express Preferred Rewards Gold Card. […]
{Beauty} Grease (and Cowshed) is the word.
On Tuesday night, I was honored to be invited to an evening at Cowshed on Carnaby Street for a great ladies night in. I’ve been a big fan of the spa brand since it opened up in the Virgin lounge at Heathrow. Walking in, I smelled the lotions and spotted the cutest slippers for Mini […]
{Sponsored Post} I miss Cheryl.
I started watching X Factor because if I didn’t, I had nothing to talk about in the office of Brits I used to work for. Since then I’ve been relatively hooked on the show, if only for the fact that the antics seem to dominate UK tabloids, and I like to feel “in the know.” […]
{A Date for Your Diary} Time to start thinking about Thanksgiving.
Happy November! Halloween is over, and since the Brits don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, the Christmas decorations are already out in full effect in London. But us Americans still have a little holiday to stress about. Thanksgiving! Have no idea where to get started this year? Here is an invitation from the Benjamin Franklin House to kick-start […]