Venice week #3

Venice is not only full of gems, but even it's street and canal signs are real little frescoes.. they are hand-painted directly onto the plaster or brick wall of the houses. The type face is...

Venice week #2 - Harry's Bar

Harry's Bar is one of my most favorite spots in Venice, and definitely a place I would not want to miss when visiting. It was founded in 1931 by Giuseppe Cipriani, and it is still run by the...

Venice week #1 - Terracotta

Thanks so much again everyone for the happy good wishes for my birthday! DH and I went for a romantic break to Venice, and the celebration could not have been more magical... It's been a long time...

Cascade knot ~ how-to

As promised, here is the how-to video for the 'Cascade knot' Fold your scarf into a triangle, place around your shoulders and follow the video instructions below: The Cascade knot is perfect for:...

Capsule wardrobe #96 - spring pattern mix

This time of year, the fields and vineyards are covered everywhere with wild flowers, and with the recent rain we've had, they've grown in spectacular abundance. The tiny wild hyacinths are my...

Anneau Infinity scarf ring

I'm very happy to introduce the latest member of the MaiTai collection scarf ring family. The Anneau Infinity scarf rings have a simple, clean and modern line, and are made of natural black...

Capsule wardrobe #95 ~ Photo Finish

Capsule pieces: jeans and oatmeal cardiganShoes: Espadrille wedgesAccessories: Hermès 'Photo Finish' 90 Carré, Chaine d'Ancre enamel bracelet, Lift earrings and Bleu de Prusse BolideScarf tying...

MaiTai Collection in action ~ collage #7

It is always with great pride and joy, as well as imense greatfulness to those who contribute, that I post a new 'MaiTai Collection in action' collage. Thank you so much for participating, dear...

Photo Finish

By now, I have seen most scarves from this spring/summer collection, and having been torn between a couple of CWs of my favorite (Photo Finish by Dimitri Rybaltchenko), I finally decided on the...

Spring colors

We just returned from a long weekend with friends in Aquitaine, and since we were lucky enough to have the first really warm and summery days, we could almost watch the leaves coming out Baby...

Spring shopping - Neutrals: part two

The second and final part of 'Spring shopping ~ neutrals' features a lightweight trench for cooler summer days (also by Gerard Darel Ref US/Ref France/Ref UK) Capsule pieces: printed silk top, 3/4...

Spring shopping ~ Neutrals: part one

Over most of Europe the temperatures do not indicate spring yet, but in my wardrobe, it has already started.. I recently added a couple of new capsule pieces and shoes, which bring a fresh breeze,...

Spring/Summer 2013 scarf booklet give-away

Giving away 5x Hermès scarf booklets, featuring the current Spring/Summer 2013 collection It is not neccessary to complete a task to enter the give-away, but your support by following through any...

Capsule wardrobe # 93 - warm and cozy in Paris

Whenever in Paris, we hardly ever take our breakfast at the hotel.. I much prefer exploring the local cafés, watch friends meet for a coffee before work, regulars catching up with the waiters on...

Joyeuses Pâques

A few years ago, I made a wreath from vine clippings (see here for a how-to) and it comes out every Easter to be suspended from the kitchen ceiling, and decorated with easter eggs, and a few extra...

A few more Paris picture souvenirs - cafés, shoes and flowers

Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés ~ Paris' oldest church Les Deux Magots ~ Saint-Germain Roger Vivier ~ Rue Faubourg Saint-Honoré 25 Belle Viviers ~ spring summer 2013 collection Suede Prismick bags...

FSH update - final part: the corner window

Vra-Vra Voom!!leather wings by french sculptor Christian Renonciat Yamaha XT1200Z Super Ténéré, covered in Skipper buffalo leather (Atelier Hermès Horizons) SO by Dr House? ;-)

FSH update - part nine

'Chevaux de Karnak' cashmere GM

FSH update - part eight

'Le Mors à la Connetable' 90 Carré Le Mors à la Conétable cashmere GM ~ detail 'Le Mors à la Connetable' Cashmere GM

FSH update - part seven

FSH update - part six

FSH update - part five

FSH update - part four

Mexique cashmere GM

FSH update - part three

detail: Piqué Fleuri de Provence cashmere GM

FSH update - part two

Échec au Roi Cashmere GM Échec au Roi Cashmere GM

Last week in Paris

Last week, DH and I went for a romantic break to Paris. We narrowly missed the snow of the previous week, but it was cold and rainy, with mostly overcast skies. It was the perfect weather for...

Capsule wardrobe #92 - Hello Spring

Capsule pieces: white shirt, blue jeans and dark blue blazerShoes: blue patent leather pumps/white canvas sneakers Accessories: Hermès 'Coupons Indiens' 90 Carré and Chaine d'ancre enamel...

How to make macarons

With Easter coming nearer, I thought you might enjoy my macaron recipe.. they make such a bright and happy spot on every Easter table. The ingredients for making macarons are simple, the key is to...

Capsule wardrobe #92 - spring, winter, spring...

In the last few days, the season seems to have changed on a daily basis... going from rainy and chilly winter to a summery and warm spring, and then back again.Temperatures in early spring can vary...

Capsule wardrobe #91 - winter returns

It's been raining for days, and if it wasn't for the daffodils in the garden, all hopes for spring would have been slowly washed away. The temperatures dropped accordingly, and so it is back to...