Growing up on the east coast has always given me a great sense of pride in being a part of what the east coast means to me. I think of the east coast as fast paced, hard working, authenticity. And this is coming from a gal who was born and raised on the east coast […]
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an American in Paris
For many years, my traveling has been ever growing and expanding into new countries, new areas across the globe. Though I must say I’ve always had a love for France, even before ever arriving for the first time. And yet, it’s a constant theme that comes up in my life. Then once I decided […]
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Winter Nights and Northern Lights
My strong desire to see Iceland was pretty simple- I needed to see the Northern Lights. It’s what drove me there, in all honesty. What I didn’t realize is that seeing the Northern Lights is not something that is guaranteed. Apparently, the Northern Lights come and go in few day cycles so the best bet to […]
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Iceland, the land of magic
For a few years now, I’ve wanted to check out the magical mystery of Iceland. Though to be honest, it wasn’t quite at the top of the list. Though timing just happened to be perfect for a new excursion in what would end up being one of the most unique adventures of a lifetime! And like most wanderlust […]
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Portlandia. Land of the nicest people in America.
I’m not one who has cable. Havent had it for several years, come to think of it. So when everyone talks about Portlandia, I don’t have much of a reference point other than I’ve understood Portland to be a very earthy, hipster vibe, somewhat wierd like Austin, kind of town. Last weekend, I had the […]
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Custom “Made in Italy”
As an American who has worked in the world of retail and fashion for most of my career, it was top on my list to explore, discover and purchase all the incredible “couture” I could find during my 3 months living abroad. My first week alone, I can recall walking…or rather, sprinting on a serious mission […]
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My love for SANDRO…
Working in the world of retail for as long as I have, I’ve been fortunate enough to be familiar with many global brands, even as they are just starting to open up shop in the United States. For me, I have, luckily, been familiar with Sandro for many years. Though now, having lived in Paris for […]
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Who takes the Bus?
When in Rio a few years ago, we took the bus to go from Leblon to Copacabana and to be honest I was a bit snobbish about it. I thought…Who takes the bus? However, my ignorance was based on the fact that Americans don’t often take the bus. Nor much public transportation for that matter. […]
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Scarfs and STRIPES forever *****
Ok, so maybe not the Stars, though no doubt the Scarfs and the Stripes. I’ve always thought of Parisians as wearing stripes, a beret and having a baguette in tow, each day. And I have to say, I’m fairly close. Maybe not so much the beret, but certainly stripes and baguettes. And why wouldn’t you? Paris […]
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Luxury on the Cote D’Azur
The French Riviera…known to play host to the elite of the elite!! And Monico certainly is one of the top destinations to experience the luxury of the Cote D’Azur! After arriving by train from Nice I wonder if the immaculate streets to discover once again, what this lovely town had to offer. And to no […]
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