Happy New Year!!!

Well darlings, 2011 has certainly been the best year of my life thus far!! Getting to marry the man of my dreams has been better than I ever could have imagined. I have so much to be thankful for and I am truly looking forward to all we have ahead in 2012.
I hope you all have a fabulous time celebrating tonight!! We will be lighting off some fireworks & sparklers on the beach here in the Bahamas (one of our favorite things from our wedding as shown above!) 
Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!! 

xx,





{image compliments of Paul Barnett photography}

And I'm Off Darlings!

 

Well my darlings, I hope that everyone had a very Merry Christmas! We certainly did! I truly have so much to be thankful for. 

Now, my family and I are off to the Bahamas for a week! I cannot wait for some sun & relaxation. See you in 2012!! 

xx,

 

     

Well, Hello Gorgeous!

Can we all just take a moment and admire how fabulous this dress is?! I wish I had this to wear for Christmas Eve!

xx,

Counting down to Christmas

Well darlings, I truly cannot believe that Christmas is only 5 days away! I am certainly in the Christmas spirit, wrapping gifts, dressing in red, & eating my favorite meal ... champagne & sugar cookies!! Is there anything better?

 xx,         

{image compliments of: Garance Dore & Atlantic-Pacific}



dCc Guest Gift Guide: Navy & Orange

Can you believe it is already the week of Christmas?! That certainly did come up quickly, didn't it? But no need to fear darlings, there is plenty of time to shop for the rest of the gifts on your list!
Head on over to the fabulous Navy & Orange blog to check out my gift guide (which is all Navy & Orange .. of course!) 
xx,



{image compliments of: From the Right Bank}

Happy Holiday Weekend!

I hope you are all having a fabulous weekend!! Mine has been filled preparing for & celebrating the holidays with cocktail parties, shopping, & time with those I love! Does it get any better than that?!

xx,

Absolutely Adore Angora

During this time of year I absolutely adore angora sweaters!! Whether shrunken or oversized - I just can't get enough! They are feminine, festive & fuzzy .... what's not to like?! 

xx, 

    

{image compliments of : Who What Wear}

Perfect Polka Dots

 

How darling are these polka dot underpinings for Madewell?! Perfect for under your Christmas morning pjs!

xx, 

dCC Gift Guide: for the Elegant Equestrian

She is city chic with a classic country twist...(she might not even ride horses, but just loves the look!)  Here are a few pieces that any "Elegant Equestrian"would be delighted to find under her tree. 

1. Town & Country Magazine subscription - a must read & gift that lasts all year round.

2. JCREW Vest - this lightweight puffer vest is a classic staple - keeping her warm but looking cool. 

3. Hermes Bracelet & Blanket - if it comes in an Orange box she is sure to LOVE it!

4. Balenciaga Tote - is there a more gorgeous way for her to carry her things to the barn? 

xx,

Beautiful Boxwood

For the Hoildays (& all year round for that matter) I love decorating with boxwood! I adore the look of the wreaths - and the best thing is that you can keep them all year round.

xx,

Sister Act

As one of four girls in my family I know there is nothing quite like sisterly love. I am truly loving this editorial featuring Elle & Dakota Fanning in the December issue of W Magazine. 

xx,

 

{images compliments of: W Magazine}

dCc Outfit Obsession

This outfit is total perfection & my new obsession. Wish I had this to wear right now in NYC! 
xx,
 

{image compliments of: It's Couture}

Let It Snow!

These stunning Giambattista Valli Fall 2011 Couture pieces reminder of snowflakes is gorgeous winter white. Absolutely perfect for the holidays!

For more gorgeous winter white inspiration visit my latest couture column on Young Sophisticates.

xx,

{images compliments of: It's Couture}

dCc Gift Guide: for the Palm Beach Prep

Well darlings, to continue our dCc Gift Guide series today we have fabulous suggestions for the "Palm Beach Prep" ... because everyone knows one of those right?! 

1. Gold Monogram Necklace -  truly a staple for any prep in your life. 

2. A Privileged Life - a must read & a need for her coffee table! 

3. Bvlgari for Pellegrino - she needs something she can sip by the pool in style - buy her a case! 

4. Kate Spade Pearl Bracelet - pearls AND a bow ... need I say more?

5. Jack Rogers Navajo Sandals - if Jackie O wore these to the beach shouldn't she?

6. Tiffany Playing Cards - you are sure to win if you give her this darling deck. 

xx,

Hope you are having a Fabulous Weekend!

I Hope everyone is have a lovely weekend filled with friends, fabulous parties & maybe a little fur! I am off to NYC tomorrow but will see you all next week!
xx,



{image compliments of: it's couture}

Pleated Perfection

For those of you who know me, understand that pleated skirts are truly a wardrobe staple of mine. Thus, I was delighted to see this editorial featuring gorgeous pleated pieces in the latest issue of Vogue! Truly pleated perfection!

xx,

{images compliments of: Vogue US (December 2011)}

dCc Gift Guide: for the Bride

Well darlings, it's that time of year again .... the dCc Gift Guides are back! Instead of a typical "Wedding Wednesday" I thought I would start off my dCc Gift Guide series with the perfect Christmas gifts for  a blushing bride-to-be! Although she may have something borrowed, and something blue, here are a few ideas for her something "new" .....

1. Smythson Wedding Planner - get this stamped with her initials for an added personal touch!

2. Kate Spade Monogram Notecards - help her get a head start on her thank you notes with these darling notecards featuring her new monogram

3. Crate & Barrel Champagne Flutes - she can celebrate by sipping bubbly out of these elegant (but affordable!) flutes 

4. Vintage Chanel Pearl Earrings - any kind of pearl is perfect to wear for the Big Day.. but vintage Coco? .... it truly doesn't get better than that

5. Manolo Blahnik Satin d'Orsay - the shoe fits..... need I say more?

xx,

Veronica Beard

 

I am absolutely loving Veronica Beard's latest blazer collection! Their pieces are truly at the epicenter of where fashion meets function as the jackets can work from season to season with interchangable linings and sweaters which you can simply zip in and out depending on what you are in the mood to wear.. see it here! For those of you who are unfamiliar with Veronica Beard (I posted about the company last year here). These ladies are truly fashion Trail Blazers! 


xx,

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

The holidays have officially begun! And you know what that means darlings.... it's time to get our your party dresses! There is no better time for a little sparkle & shine! xx,



{images compliments of: Jamie Beck via Pinterest}

Happy Thanksgiving Darlings!

Happy Thanksgiving Darlings! I hope you all have a lovely time with friends & family, enjoying yummy food and quality time together. There is nothing I love more during this hoilday weekend than being cozy in my classic prep attire - I'll certainly be dressed in tweed, oxfords, and velvet slippers the entire time. What will you wear for the holiday weekend?

 xx,   

 

 

 

{images compliments of: Prepfection & Tory Burch Blog}

Wedding Wednesday: Thanksgiving Fete

I have always been in love with this gorgeous wedding featured in Martha Stewart Weddings a few years ago. I felt there was no better day to share it then today as the wedding was hosted over Thanksgiving weekend. To make it even better,  the couple hosted their gorgeous rehearsal dinner on Thanksgiving, serving a traditional meal for all of their family and friends. When else would you get to spend the holiday with truly all the special people in your life?

xx,

 

{images compliments of: Martha Stewart Weddings}