True contentedness is unremarkable to the outside world, or passerby. Typing away in my cozy chair in the living room in my line of sight Norman eats his breakfast and Oscar acknowledging he will not be able to sneak a bite, takes a long cool drink of water. The croissant for my Sunday morning ritual […]
A new French-food-inspired cookbook, a beautiful tour of homes from Eyeswoon’s Athena Calderone (Jenna Lyons’ and Nate Berkus just to name a few!), a new film rendition of a Jane Austen classic, Monet comes to Atelier des Lumieres in Paris, timeless decor and entertaining details, a sale not to miss and so, so, so much […]
From an abbey, too long without love and care, to a family home for Lorenzo and Mariarosa Pellicioli. Nestled in the south of France, this once Provençal monastery, now welcomes a family of many generations to stay, slow down, cozy in and enjoy the wonders and seasonal delights of Provence. The 10 bedrooms accommodate their […]
First of all, yes, you! You can absolutely wallpaper by yourself, and today I would like to share some helpful tips for making your first and each subsequent experience wallpapering on your own successful. Once you have narrowed down the wallpaper you want to welcome into your space, whether it has a pattern to match […]
Paris Fashion Week wraps up today, and thus far it has been everything and then some. From floods (planned) at Balenciaga to snow scapes at Thom Browne, while fashion was the driving force, political, social and cultural commentary and events were ever-present in the sartorial collections. However, there were some stunning styles that shone forth […]
At the core of a happy home is a home that works for those individuals the four walls surround and keep sheltered and safe. Once the essentials are in place – a roof over our heads, walls to keep us warm/cool, then it is the inhabitants’ responsibility to cultivate a sanctuary in which each person […]
Simple and delicious. What I appreciate most about attending cooking classes or exploring a new cookbook is the opportunity to explore recipes I may not have chosen on my own, but upon tasting, I discover a new favorite and expand my personal recipe book. Such was the case for many recipes being introduced when I […]
A new Julia Child series begins today on PBS, a book to offer inspiration regarding how to welcome your travel discoveries into your home, a memoir that takes readers to Paris, a new exhibit opens in Paris, and much, much more. Books —Ready or Not: Preparing Our Kids to Thrive in an Uncertain and Rapidly […]
Creating living spaces throughout the home which encourage guests and the home’s inhabitants to sit down, relax and comfortably engage with whomever they wish to catch up with, or cozy up with ease to do whatever is needed upon spending time in our sanctuary is a worthwhile detail to tend to. From deciding how many […]
February has shown itself to be a month of steadiness, a month of loveliness and reassurance even when doubts may have done their best to hang on. February has always been a month I have loved, for partially selfish reasons admittedly as it is my birthday month, but also because as January begins a new […]
~Ralph Lauren LAUREN Collared Surplice Dress, black~ ~Stuart Weitzman Analeigh 75 sandals~ ~Julie Vos Aspen Doorknocker Earrings~ ~3.1 Phillip Lim Odita Lattice Pouch~ ~The Curated, The Classic Trench~ ~Roberto Cavalli Chocolate Printed silk scarf, 50% off~ ~Drinking French: The Iconic Cocktails, Apéritifs and Café Traditions of France, with 160 Recipes by David Lebovitz~ ~SHOP THE […]
“Choice confers freedom.” —Sarah Ban Breathnach, Simple Abundance Having the opportunity to choose our path forward — the career path, the relationships to engage in or walk away from, the investments of our time, attention and money — is to live a life of freedom. Having such choice can be paralyzing to some when they […]
A flash sale on closet staples, a playful cup & saucer, a new pre-spring collection to ready you for the warmer seasons just around the corner, two books to improve the quality of your everyday, a new novel for all of the Jane Austen fans out there and so much more! Books —The Artisan Soul: […]
I can remember stepping into the kitchen in my vacation rental in Luberon, Provence, and seeing the kitchen utensils neatly arranged on the kitchen rack. The copper pans hung from hooks situated above, and I immediately felt the urge to cook something, anything, because everything was at the ready for me to be successful. Similarly […]
“Your home can be one of the easiest and most powerful tools in your journey toward a new way of living.” —Rebecca West, author of Happy Starts at Home: Change Your Space, Transform Your Life The foundation for any goal we wish to achieve must be clarified in our mind and rooted in truth that […]
~LouLou Studio Murano cashmere turtleneck sweater~ ~Theory (flash sale through February 21st) Treeca Full Length pant in travel wool~ ~Roger Vivier Trompette Covered Buckle Pumps, brown~ ~Roger Vivier Trompette Covered Buckle Pumps, navy~ ~Mango Wide lapel wool-blend coat, on sale~ ~Burberry Leather Shoulder Bag, consignment, save 20% additionally with promo code REAL~ ~AURate Circle Earrings […]
Last fall two episodes were shared delineating ideas for a timeless capsule wardrobe for traveling about in Paris as well as in London and the English countryside. As promised, the series continues into winter, and while we are nearing the end of winter, with the Paris fall/winter collections about ready to take the runway sharing […]
Determined to start the week well and taking advantage of a stunning Bend Blue Bird day on Monday, I vowed to scoot home after work as quickly as possible and bust up to the mountain for a quick tour of our two mile loop. As the days become gradually longer, the scooting paid off as […]
Dresses for spring, a movie to bring some laughter, a modern, yet vintage-esque wool rug, cookbooks to inspire, a new podcast to check out and much more. Books —The Flower Fix: Arrangements for a Daily Dose of Nature by Anna Potter Released last May, florist from Swallows & Damsons in England released a visually inspiring […]
Life in France. Life in the French countryside . . . in a chateau, or at least a very large house, 15-bedrooms to be precise. Mimi Thorisson and her family call Bordeaux France home (Médoc to be precise), and as many TSLL readers know, Mimi’s lifestyle, decor and cooking talents have been followed for years […]
“Encountering a butterfly is the sign of the transition from an old life to a new life, from a state of ignorance to awareness, from a hard life to a better life . . . The Butterfly . . . reminds us that each of us transform[s] through multiple stages in our life. It is […]
Fashion Month began last Wednesday, and the shows and collections to be shared in NYC are just about wrapping up. Soon the fashion legions and models, buyers and style pundits will be moving on to London, but before they do, I wanted to share a few looks that caught my eye for the Fall 2020 […]
Mise en place in translation means is “set in place”, often translated to “everything in its place”. Perhaps part of the reason cooking and baking can feel rewarding as well as relaxing is that there is a science to, and the unofficial science is something even the most novice cook in the kitchen can quickly […]
Two novels (one new, one nearly new) that will be wonderful reads, a dress to ignite your excitement for spring’s arrival, a lighting sale, two bags – a weekender and evening, as well as a travel show I finally learned about and cannot wait to catch up on. Oh, and the Oscars! That’s just a […]
