Tucked into a quiet corner on Place de Fürstenberg sits one of my favorite home décor stores. Here, one can find everything from accessories and dinnerware to furniture, custom draperies, and interior paint – all of which exude a classic yet modern style with a mix of charm and bohemian ...
L'Art de Vivre
My Top Five Tips for Visiting La Galerie Dior
Dior, ce génie léger propre à son temps dont le nom magique comporte Dieu et or. - Jean Cocteau
I visited La Galerie Dior for the first time last spring, and it was magical - truly one of most beautiful museums I have ever seen.
The exhibit is curated from the brand archives. It tells ...
Brand Spotlight: Mauviel
When it comes to furnishing my home, investing in Mauviel copper cookware was one of the best decisions I ever made.
At the time, everyone thought I was crazy for purchasing high-maintenance, non-nonstick cookware that required hand washing and regular polishing. My set is now more than 20-years ...
The Art of High-Low Dressing
I spent my college days working in the American and European Designer Salon at Marshall Field's - the premier Chicago department store of its day. As you can imagine, my time on the sales floor prompted an interest in fashion and quality apparel. The experience was a blessing and a curse - it gave ...
Brand Spotlight: DEGRENNE
I am so excited to write about this brand. Not only does the company have a fascinating history, but it also exemplifies elegant design and quality craftsmanship.
Degrenne was founded in 1948 by its namesake Guy Degrenne. Guy was a visionary entrepreneur and passionate goldsmith who used ...
What is La Chandeleur?
Do you know about this fun holiday the French celebrate by eating crepes? It takes place 40 days after Christmas on February 2, and it commemorates the presentation of Jesus at the temple.
Like the Feast of the Epiphany, la Chandeleur began as a pagan celebration that came to be associated with ...
