Can you believe it? 2009 marks the 120th birthday of the iconic Eiffel Tower!
Built as the showstopper for the 1889 International Exposition, this iron masterpiece held the title of the world's tallest structure until 1930—and it still takes our breath away every time.
Right now through ...
Purse Hanger
Several years ago, my friend Meredith came to a luncheon at my home. As a hostess gift, she gave me a purse hanger. I had never seen or heard of a purse hanger at the time, but I absolutely love this little thing. I can hang my handbag on the edge of just about any table, keeping it securely at my ...
Kandinsky at the Pompidou
As a Chicagoan, I think I'm naturally inclined to favor the Bauhaus School. So, the Kandinsky exhibit at the Pompidou Center was a "must see" for me. In Chicago, we are fortunate to have numerous buildings influenced by the Bauhaus architectural style and as well as a good number designed by ...
Karl Lagerfeld
Café de Flore is always a fun spot to hang out and last night was no different.
Shortly after my arrival, Arielle Dombasle came waltzing out the front door, walked right in front of me and headed down the Boulevard Saint Germain. She was on the arm of Bernard-Henri Lévy (aka BHL). No big ...
Champs-Elysées
A view of the Champs Elysées on Friday evening. ...
