Spending the day outside has got me thinking about my favorite summertime items. I was inspired to do a board that showcases my favorite things right now. I love doing inspiration boards because I am very visual and they help get my mojo flowing. TOP *Charlotte Ronson "A Perfect Touch" rollerball fragrance $20 This new [...]
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Fun Finds At Pottery Barn
Oh, Pottery Barn, how I love you so. It's such a treat to receive their catalog every month. Yes, they are a little spendy, but we've purchased some really quality pieces from them. I look through the pages, marking everything I dream of, and every once in awhile my dreams come true. I've put together [...]
My Sister, The Artist
Many of you have asked who does the artwork on my blog. The answer is simple-my little sister. Erin Gergen Halls is a truly amazing and talented artist. Completely self-taught, she is able to take a photograph and create realistic drawings that will blow your mind. The one thing I hear all the time is, [...]
Workout Gear That Will Get You Moving
Let's face it, we all need to work out. I's just the way it is. There are some days when I hate every minute of it, but I feel so happy afterwards. And yes, you get hot,sweaty, stinky...but that doesn't mean you can't look great doing it. Workout wear has taken on a life of [...]
Pop Your Physique
Last Friday I did a post about barre workouts and today I'm going to introduce you to another amazing DVD collection. As you know, barre is my workout of choice, and this system is hardcore. Created by former ballet dancer Jennifer Williams, Pop Physique incorporates a ballet barre inspired exercise system into an efficient class [...]
Belly Up To The Barre
Regardless of how you felt about "Black Swan" (I loved it), there's no denying the fact that it sparked a workout revolution. Woman all over the world were suddenly flocking to ballet studios in order to achieve a dancer's body, and the phenomenon that is the "barre workout" was born. Barre workouts actually go back [...]
Fly Through The Air-Rebound Your Fitness Routine
I'm just going to say it-I am lazy. Well, let me rephrase that. I am a lazy person at home. When it comes to work I am motivated, energized, and a real go-getter. Even with this blog, there has only been one day in seven months where I haven't posted anything. But at home, it's [...]
Lilac Time Of Year
Growing up, we had a row of lilac bushes in our yard. I always looked forward to spring because the air would be full of the heavenly aroma of lilac. It is my favorite scent. Not to mention, they are very pretty and make lovely floral arrangements. Unfortunately, they don't last long. And the bush [...]
Friday Night In The City
From the time I was in junior high until I hit 30, you couldn't keep me home on a Friday night. I lived for going out with my friends, having some (or many) cocktails, and taking in the nightlife. But then something changed. I wanted to stay home. I had stopped drinking when I was [...]
Dream House
I'm a big fan of J. Crew's creative director, Jenna Lyons. I find she has impeccable style, especially when it comes to fashion. Turns out, she's also a genius at decorating a home. Lyons just sold her Park Slope, Brooklyn townhouse for $4 million (listed at $3.75 million), and let me tell you-it's a stunner. [...]