Earlier this month I threw a baby shower for one of my best friends who is expecting a baby boy in the fall. It was so fun to put together a party celebrating something so special and I loved finding a lot of little personal details that reminded me of her. I shared a bit […]

Every year right before Mother’s Day rolls around my mom says “Don’t get me anything!” It is pretty much her default for any holiday, but of course I always get her a little something. When I lived and LA and had no money I started making my mom, Ina Garten’s lemon cake and wrapping it […]

Although it is not quite spring and I don’t even have an outdoor space, I am always dreaming of al fresco entertaining and breezy tablescapes. The patio at Ralph’s in Paris is one of my favorite outdoor seating areas and it provides so much inspiration for a backyard or spring table set up. The layering […]

It really is hard to believe Christmas is this weekend, but I am very excited to take some time off and check out for a bit. I did that for the first time last year and it made the world of difference with actually feeling refreshed after the holidays and not more overwhelmed. I am […]

I have gotten a lot of questions about the two tablecloths I picked up on my trip to India a few years ago. They are both simple block prints, but I always look forward to pulling them out (even to eat at our coffee table). I also got the pretty red napkins above at Cutter […]

Lately I have been crushing hard on silver and pewter home accents. For me, there is something about the holiday season that lends itself to these classic pieces. Whether it is a pair of vintage candlestick holders or a champagne bucket, I love how silver tones can add a bit of shine to a simple […]

Ah, now that life is headed in a more normal direction – wedding season is in full swing. I was so happy to celebrate my best friends wedding over the weekend, but admittedly was so out of practice with putting nice gifts together. With three showers under my belt this year and more weddings on […]

I recently styled a photoshoot for the wonderful Adelaide Thomas winery and putting together florals and a cheese spread had me missing hosting even the smallest of gatherings. Although life isn’t completely back to normal by any means, I am starting to feel a bit of a shift and looking forward to one day hosing […]

I have talked a lot about my love for Elsie Green in the past, but if you are new here it is one of my favorite resources for vintage French homewares. I recently had the opportunity to go to the stunning Elsie Green warehouse and shop in Concord and style a table using some of […]

One of my favorite ways to bring grocery store flowers to life is to put them in a vase with some character. There is something about a vintage vase that makes everything look chic. My vase collection is a bit out of control, but they always feel like the perfect accessory – even when empty. […]