Old World opulence (with a pricetag to match) at The Pierre

September 21, 2011

NEW YORK, USA – Bon vivants love to talk luxury, but it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly what the word entails. For a middle-class ruralite, city “luxury” hotels may include movies on-demand, pillows that don’t transform into rocks by dawn, and views of something other than a brick wall.… (more)

Tempting Tuesday: A Sizzling Steal at Le Cirque

September 20, 2011

NEW YORK, USA- There are some restaurants in New York that are considered institutions. Grand dames like the Grand Central Oyster Bar, Sardi’s, and Peter Luger have all been around for decades yet haven’t lost a touch of their undeniable (and utterly delicious) New York qualities. In this town, restaurants… (more)

Getting to the heart of Palm Beach on Worth Avenue

September 19, 2011

PALM BEACH, USA – From Beverly Hills’ Rodeo Drive to Paris’ Champs-Elysées, sometimes a stretch of road is so iconic that it defines a whole town. Such is the case with Palm Beach’s Worth Avenue, where the mix of luxury boutiques, scene-conscious bars and restaurants, and flower-drenched byways trumpet the… (more)

Friday Finds: All About Paris

September 16, 2011

We’re in a decidedly Parisian state of mind this week, after our Purple gals wrote a spotlight on finding Paris in London, and with New York’s recent influx of all things French (from macarons to cult label Maje). As a result, we’re looking for a bit of Paris no matter… (more)

Boat Basin Café serves beautiful river views

September 14, 2011

NEW YORK, USA – Be it ten minutes from home or ten hours ahead, I am a sucker for destinations with fabulous views. Truth be told, though, aren’t we all? I will even go so far as to say that if I’m staring at a wide-open ocean, city silhouette, or… (more)

Tempting Tuesday: A Hip Autumn Retreat in Portland

September 13, 2011

PORTLAND, USA- With the weather finally dropping and the fall fashions hitting the racks, we’re starting to dream of the perfect cool-weather getaway. Wrapping ourselves up in a flannel blanket, sipping a hand-made cappuccino, and strolling the seasonal farmer’s market are just some of the soothing treatments we need after… (more)

Low-key meets high-end on South County Road

September 12, 2011

PALM BEACH, USA – There’s no denying that Worth Avenue is THE place to be in Palm Beach. It’s ground zero for scoping the choicest designer duds on the island, catching glimpses of vacationing (and local) celebs, and exchanging air kisses across the most in-demand dining rooms. But what if… (more)

Friday Finds: Fashion Week Spotlight

September 9, 2011

It’s a big week for fashion—the slew of fall fashion weeks (starting with New York Fashion Week, happening now) has officially begun, signifying the start of the season. Events around town are endless—Fashion’s Night Out celebrates its 3rd anniversary while the biannual Barneys Warehouse Sale is wrapping up, hotel deals are… (more)

Let down your hair at Rapunzel’s Closet

September 8, 2011

PALM BEACH, USA – Though Palm Beach is a consummate winter playground, the “play” here has always had a bit of a refined reputation as compared to other South Florida strips of sand. The attitude leans more martini than beer bong, more socialite than sorority, more international jetsetter than road… (more)

Paris in a pastry at Ladurée

September 7, 2011

PARIS, FRANCE – Eating a French macaron at the historic bakery and tearoom Ladurée is a bit like popping the essence of Paris into your mouth. This may sound like wild hyperbole…how, you may ask, could one possibly pack the entirety of Paris’ je ne sais quoi into a bite-sized… (more)