A few weeks ago, I found myself home on a Tuesday night, and in a celebratory mood for no particular reason. We decided to ditch our original dinner plans (Ma Po Tofu) in favor of an elevated cheese plate. I walked to the cheese store, assembled a board, and popped open a bottle ...read more
Big events, where I'm the guest of honor, are typically not my thing. But in the case of our Ten Year Anniversary Party, I couldn't wait to celebrate—primarily because it felt so much bigger than just me. While I started this brand, there have been countless people supporting me ...read more
Usually when I head out for an event or cocktail party, I tend to gravitate towards short, leggy dresses and skirts, but recently I've found myself opting for more modest, vintage-feeling wraps. This draped toga dress is the perfect in-between. While the punchy red color and ...read more
1. A fill-in-the-blank questionnaire for finding your dream job. 2. How to actually “meet someone when you least expect it.” 3. Simple changes you can make to your outdoor space for mindfulness. 4. Few things are more thoughtful than a handwritten ‘thank you’ note. 5. Here’s ...read more
Rachel and I met our first week at college, where we lived two doors down from each other, and became friends immediately. Rach has always amazed me with her near obsessive organizational skills, especially when it comes to planning parties. Case in point: she planned her ...read more
The Academy Awards are only a few days away, so I thought I'd share a glimpse of how I'm preparing for this year's annual viewing party. It's the first time we've hosted a big group at our new place and I can't wait to have a legitimate get-together. Here's what will be ...read more
Following yesterday's post on affordable holiday dresses (in the first installment of my three-part series), I've rounded up six pairs of shoes that won't break the bank. Whether you're attending a ritzy ball or a casual cocktail party, these have just the right amount of ...read more
