I’ve always been a big fan of the color orange. I’m naturally drawn to its warmth and energy. It feels simultaneously enthusiastic and peaceful. Did you know that orange is a combination of red and yellow? This means that it shares some common attributes with those colors, e.g., energy, warmth, and the sun. But orange… Continue reading Orange Crush
Inspire Me & Celebrate Life with Style
Lanvin Love
After the Golden Globes I’m feeling a little extra fashion-y today. In thinking about it, my favorite dress was Lanvin that Natalie Portman wore. So pretty, elegant, feminine, dreamy. That reminded me of how smitten I am with the Lanvin petit collection for 2-to-8-year-olds. This past summer, Lanvin’s Alber Elbaz reawakened the house’s childrenswear roots, unveiling… Continue reading Lanvin Love
Golden Glamour
What fun it was to watch the Golden Globes red carpet arrivals with Finally Five. Ok, truth be told, we took turns watching the red carpet coverage and A Bug’s Life. Seriously. I’m trying to impart the value of sharing. Alas.
Fashionable Greetings
Vogue has a really wonderful series of holiday cards designed by some of the best and brightest in the fashion industry. I am so smitten with them that I just had to share them with you here on The Silver Pen. Hope you enjoy this festive cheer! Manolo Blahnik Rodarte Katranzou Rag and Bone Meadham… Continue reading Fashionable Greetings
'Tis the Season: Alexandra Knight
I am truly honored to say that one of my dearest friends is Alexandra Knight. In addition to being impossibly chic and fun and funny and smart, she is truly one of the kindest and most generous people I know. I mean, really. Just look at her. Doesn’t she just make you smile? Alexandra has… Continue reading 'Tis the Season: Alexandra Knight
'Tis the Season: Vintage Watches
The HOTY (a.k.a. Husband of the Year) has a watch collection. Some are fancy. Some are not. But he loves everything he’s got. For super special occasions, I like to add to his collection. And I always try to engrave the extra special ones. I happen to think that monogramming and engraving are wonderfully personal… Continue reading 'Tis the Season: Vintage Watches
The Iron Lady with a Silver Lined Heart
How cool is Meryl Streep? I mean really. From Kramer vs. Kramer to Sophie’s Choice to The Devil Wears Prada, there is no end to her greatness. I was exceptionally excited to see that she is the cover girl (woman?) for Vogue’s January issue. And the Silver Lining about her cover shoot? She only agreed to… Continue reading The Iron Lady with a Silver Lined Heart
'Tis the Season: Sneakers!
In the spirit of giving gifts that are purely FUN, I am crazy about these Chuck Taylor’s from Net-A-Porter. According to the website, these cuties were created in collaboration with cult Finnish design company Marimekko. I mean, really. How adorable are they? Come to think of it: I think I had a patch work sweater in… Continue reading 'Tis the Season: Sneakers!
Fashion SL: Oscar de la Renta
As most people are dusting off their winter coats and boots, in New York, the fashion community is already presenting the styles for NEXT fall…as in 2012! The fashion world is one that is in perpetual motion – always forward. There are fundamentally four seasons presented each year by the top designers. They are called… Continue reading Fashion SL: Oscar de la Renta
'Tis the Season: Market and Fruit Picking Pack
I love the holidays for a myriad of reasons: the colors (reds and greens), the smells (wood burning in a fireplace and cinnamon), the music (Finally Five is ALL about Jingle Bells already!), the thoughtfulness. I love finding unique and special gifts to give. I am not one to give practical gifts. Well sometimes. But… Continue reading 'Tis the Season: Market and Fruit Picking Pack