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December 31, 2009
RING in the New Year
Last year, I began a new tradition of quite literally ringing in the New Year (with a new ring to commemorate the occassion). Read how it all started here and see last year's picks too. This year, the tradition continues. It's a fun tradition to start with friends and loved ones. I've rounded up my faves and hope you'll find something to inspire you, whether it symbolizes where you're at now or where you hope to be this year. (I'm having a hard time picking just one!)
{Above: Marc by Marc Jacobs Starlight Friends Pave Apple Ring -- For the girl who can't get enough of the Big Apple.}
Noir Jewelry Owl Ring -- This little guy's a hoot.
Rachel Leigh Jewelry Interlocking Chain Ring -- Love the sentiment.
Kenneth Jay Lane Star Ring -- For when you wish upon a star...
CC SKYE Blossom Ring -- A whoppingly gorgeous way to ring in the New Year indeed.
Kenneth Jay Lane Bird Ring -- A little birdie told me 2010 is going to be a fab year!
Lee Angel Jewelry Cecile Ring -- Giving new meaning to looking into your crystal ball...
Kate Spade Moon River Bow ring -- You'll think of Audrey every time you wear it.
Erica Weiner Herkimer Ring -- A cheeky take on diamonds for the cheeky girl in you.
Plastique's World Landmarks Acrylic Ring Set -- For the girl who loves to travel or loves to daydream about it (store re-opening soon, hopefully it will be available again!)
Erica Weiner Knot Nesting Rings -- Simply lovely.
Tiffany Sparklers Yellow Citrine Cocktail Ring -- A cocktail ring so pretty, you won't need the cocktail anymore.
B Jewelry Regal Signet Ring -- Old school yet modern, sweet and cool.
Dillon Designs Rings -- Cute Shrinky Dink rings with nostalgic imagery for only $8 each? Yes, please.
Tiffany Notes I Love You Ring -- Simply put, beautifully designed.
Tiffany 1837 Lock Ring Timeless. Love.
MOA by Ingrid Montoya NY Skyline Ring -- Love New York? Me too.
Yellowgoat Rings -- Love, love, love the Keepsake Box Ring and the Good Time Ring, where you can carry your favorite photo with you always for the world to see.
December 30, 2009
New Year's Eve Traditions
How will you be ringing in the New Year? We normally keep it pretty low-key, celebrating with friends or family at home with silly games, yummy bites and champagne (or milkshake) delights. For some reason, New Year's Eve always reminds me of three of my favorite movies, Arthur (don't ask!), Breakfast at Tiffany's and When Harry Met Sally. A perfect New Year's Eve for me? Cuddled up on the couch (with my Snuggie and my hubby) watching all three.
Who doesn't love getting caught between the moon and New York City and ridiculous parties with long ciggies (okay, I prefer candy ciggies)? And can you really top this: "When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible." -- Harry (Billy Crystal) to Sally (Meg Ryan) on New Year's Eve in 1989's When Harry Met Sally (can you believe this movie is 20 years old!)
How do you like to ring in the New Year?
Once in a Blue Moon...River
Did you hear? We'll be ringing in the New Year with a blue moon! Though, unlike its name suggests, it won't actually be blue. Just big, bright, shiny and full (the second full moon of the month). I'll take it.
Happy New Year, dearies. May it be big, bright, shiny and full...of happiness, loveliness and everything you want.
Moon River, wider than a mile,
I'm crossing you in style some day.
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker,
wherever you're going I'm going your way.
Two drifters off to see the world.
There's such a lot of world to see.
We're after the same rainbow's end -- waiting 'round the bend,
my huckleberry friend,
Moon River and me.
December 29, 2009
Sex and the City 2 Trailer (insert schoolgirl squeals here!)
No, I didn't love the first Sex and the City movie. Yes, I will definitely see -- and be counting down the days - to the Sex and the City sequel. I can only hope it's more like the TV show this time around, but even if not, I will be seeing the third, fourth and fifth installments. I believe they call that obsessed? Forgive me for getting "Carried" away (sorry, couldn't resist!). Since this seems to be my year of travel (I am technically homeless, mind you, while traveling this thing we call the world), I especially appreciate that the girls appear to be going on a travel adventure of their own. And of course love that the trailer's set to Empire State of Mind.
Will you be watching?
December 28, 2009
Empire State of Mind
| The Colbert Report | Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c | |||
| Alicia Keys - Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down | ||||
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Do you love the Alicia Keys song Empire State of Mind as much as I do? Doesn't it seem so perfect for New Year's? New York, dreams coming true...is there a better way to kick off a new year? Turns out there is. With a laugh, of course.
Enjoy Stephen Colbert's suburban version of Empire State of Mind. New York, dreams and laughter. Now that's a good time. Dedicated to my Greenwich, Connecticut-raised hubby...
December 25, 2009
Merry Christmas & Holiday Wishes!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday wishes to you and yours this holiday. May you have snowflakes and sunshine, hot chocolate and memories to last a lifetime. See you back here on Monday!
xx,
Kelly
December 17, 2009
Top 10: Gadgets for Guys and Girls
Wondering what the latest and greatest gadgets to give are? I've rounded up some faves to give and to get. To inspect my gadgets, just scroll below.
QuikPod
The Easy iPod Media Sharer -- Love that you can share a song in 5 seconds and a 30-minute video in 3 minutes without having to use a computer.
Kindle Wireless Reading Device
The Slide And Negative to Digital Picture Converter -- Finally Pops can convert all those treasured childhood pics of you inot digitial format, keeping them safe forever.
Gorillapod
Bose SoundDock
iPod Nano
The Bose In Ear Headphones -- Finally, earbuds that won't cause an earache, and with great sound quality too.
The Speaking Butler Alarm Clock -- I have this and love it! Start and end the day right by falling asleep and waking up to the polite voice of Jeeves (for those times Mr. Belvedere can't be at your side).
The One Touch Any Media iPod Uploader -- Finally, you can record your fave shows and movies directly to your iPod or MP3 player with no computer!
Top 10: Stylish Stocking Stuffers Under $30
Stocking stuffers? Always the icing on the (fruit)cake. In fact, I think ithey're my favorite part of Christmas (the gifting part anyway). Here, 10 fab ideas for stuffing those stockings right. All under $30.
Emersonmade Friendship Carnation; TMI Text Photo Album; Mini Rainboot Gardens; Love Studs; Holly Golightly Sleep Mask
J.Crew Skinny Crushed-Glitter Belt; Micro Gem Headphones; Kate Spade Calendar; Jackie Heinsohn Carmen Earrings; French Toast Stamp
Top 10: Foodie Books
On the hunt for prezzies for your foodie friends? I've compiled some delicious new finds (that are equally fulfilling eye candy as well). Bon apetit!
How to Drink
Jamie's Food Revolution: Rediscover How to Cook Simple, Delicious, Affordable Meals
Mastering the Art of French Cooking (2 Volume Set)
I Know How to Cook
Real Simple Best Recipes: Easy, Delicious Meals
Martha Stewart's Cupcakes: 175 Inspired Ideas for Everyone's Favorite Treat
Ad Hoc at Home
Vintage Cocktails
Momofuku
I Love Macarons
December 10, 2009
Today's Top 10: Fashion & Design Coffee Table Books
I'm a self-professed coffee table book junkie. Know someone who is too, or simply want to know what to add to your wishlist? Here, my Top 10 Fashion and Design Coffee Table Books to give and to get. Please pass the pretty...
HUE
HUE -- Or, get the same book in limited edition and signed by Kelly Wearstler!!!
The Sartorialist
The World in Vogue: People, Parties, Places
Taschen's New York
Charley Harper
Classics Reissued: Great Expectations
Style Strategy
How to Be a Hepburn in a Hilton World: The Art of Living with Style, Class, and Grace
Domino Decorating
The Gospel According to Coco Chanel: Life Lessons from the World's Most Elegant Woman
December 09, 2009
Today's Top 5: Fabulous Gifts from $15 to $500
Olivetti Valentine Typewriter to indulge her writerly fantasies and to write her love notes; Keel's Simple Diary to keep special moments close at hand; Bee Ring to create quite the buzz at upcoming soirees; Kate Spade Bourgeois Bow Key Fob to gently remind her that everyday is a gift; Mo's Bacon Chocolate Chip Pancake Mix to satisfy her foodie side -- and yours.
Today's Top 10: Chic Bedding
On the prowl for chic bedding to kick off the New Year? You're not alone (or maybe you are alone -- in bed, that's not my bidniz). Here, my Top 10 favorite sources and picks for glamming up your boudoir in a click. From modern to classic, preppy to posh, there's something for all tastes and budgets.
Design Public -- Find bed linens from modern lines like DwellStudio, Area, Unison, Twinkle Living and Amenity, plus pillows to spice things up by Flowie, Thomas Paul and twenty2.
Velocity Art and Design -- Ogle gobs of gorgeous bedding from Amenity to DwellStudio, Marimekko to Inhabit.
Bobby Berk Home -- Great bold graphic and organic designs by Blissliving Home, DwellStudio, Amenity and more.
West Elm -- I love the Parachute bedding. Sometimes simple (and simply stunning) is just what you want.
CB2 -- Affordable modern at its best. I love the Urban Mandala bed linens -- perfect for the city girl (or guy).
Z Gallerie -- Ever the source for trendy design at an affordable price, I love the very Jonathan Adler-esque Solano Bedding in both orange and navy (a steal at under $60, originally $200).
Pottery Barn -- I'm gaga for the Floral Vine organic duvet and shams for their tradish yet modern cheer. Ditto those sentiments for the Matine Toile duvet and shams and the very classic PB Classic Stripe duvet and shams in porcelain blue.
Bed Bath and Beyond -- A big selection with a few great finds, like the Citron Gerden Mini Duvet Cover Set by Urban.
Smart Bargains -- I always find the best sheets at incredible prices here and there are great simple duvet covers too, like this lovely Triple Merrow 300-thread-count set (just $49.99).
Macy's -- Find classic and vintage-inspired options by Martha Stewart and Lauren Ralph Lauren, as well as modern and minimalist bedding by Michael Kors, Hotel Collection and Calvin Klein, and outright party-in-your-bed designs from Plenty by Tracy Reese. The Martha Stewart Berry Flowers duvet is sweet and chic and the Style&co.Get Set Verner in yellow and pink is hard to resist.
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December 08, 2009
Today's Top 5: Chic Holiday Cards
Have you ordered your holiday cards yet, lovelies? I just ordered mine a few minutes ago. If you're in need of a little inspiration, here are my top five sites for scoring great Christmas, Chanukah and New Years cards. My preference? New Years cards -- perfect for the procrastinator in me and a great way to kick off the New Year.
1. Tiny Prints
2. Kate Spade
3. PAPER+CUP DESIGN
4. Red Stamp
5. Fabulous Stationery
December 06, 2009
Today's Top 5: To Give and To Get *Wish List*
Earrings to light up her eyes; Emerald drop earrings to make onlookers green with envy; A sculptural ribbon cuff for your twisted sister; Because there's no better way to say I like you a lot than You Are the Beez Neez; One Line a Day 5-Year Memory Book Diary to help cherish the little things...
December 04, 2009
Regretsy, I've Had a Few...Whatever!
Are you trying to keep up your holiday spirits, but sometimes find it challenging? Me too. I'm trying to be Polly Sunshine, but sometimes, sometimes, I need a little dark humor to get me through the day. On the road, I get my fix from Whatever with Alexis & Jennifer on Sirius satellite radio (Alexis being Alexis Stewart, Martha Stewart's sardonic, hysterical daughter). In front of the boob tube, I get it from Whatever, Martha! on FLN, where Alexis and Jennifer watch old Martha Show episodes and mock Martha Stewart and her guests ruthlessly (brills!).
But when I'm online, where do I get my fix? At Regretsy.
Now I'm addicted to Etsy as much as the next design-loving girl. But the problem with Etsy is that not only is there a ton of great stuff that you suddenly can't live without, there's a ton of awful stuff that you can't believe someone actually took the time to make (and sell!).
Regretsy exists to document it all, with wisecrackin' commentary to go with the "finds" (the finds range from felted vajay-jay necklaces to baby rattles with deer hooves and furry acorns, or in other words, anything that could be filed under WTF?!).
If you love Go Fug Yourself or simply enjoy a little schadenfreude, get thee to Regretsy.
Think it's just too mean? Ironically, in a twisted turn of karma, most of the featured products on Regretsy end up selling out. Plus, Regretsy is selling their own merchandise, where the profits are then used to hire Etsy artists to create handmade products for various charities (they are currently raising money to create hats for cancer and chemo patients). So, really, it's good to be bad.
Best of New York Theater: Celebrity Autobiography
If you're in New York and have a chance to see Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words, run, don't walk. Celebrities like SNLers Kristen Wiig and Rachel Dratch, along with Sherri Shepherd and Ryan Reynolds (yum!) read straight out of celebrity autobiographies (like Suzanne Sommers, Burt Reynolds, Loni Anderson, Debbie Reynolds, Eddie Fisher) and it is beyond words. Because it is in their own words. In their exact words.
Learn that even Debbie Reynolds believes that her former BFF Elizabeth Taylor deserves a lover -- even if that means losing her own husband, Eddie Fisher, to the grand dame. The self-adulation is bananas, and the current celebs do a brilliant job with the comedic timing (Rachel Dratch's "eye-acting" alone deserves some kind of award).
Celebrity Autobiography
Monday Nights at 7:30pm
The Triad Theater
158 W. 72nd st. (between Amsterdam and Columbus)
New York, NY
Photo via Time