The Cutest Baby Gifts That I Have Seen In A While…

All around me the cutest babies are being born. Friends are becoming grandparents for the first time or Aunts and Uncles again!!! It’s so exciting. I love seeing all the baby photos. But I am so out of the baby loop. I needed to buy a baby gift for a sweet boy and I really did not know where to go. Luckily for me, I was introduced to the globally inspired company Zia NYC . They make the most adorable South Asian textile designs and the fabric is soooo soft…I wish they made adults. I thought the pricing was really really great for the amazing quality. Check out their WEBSITE to see the entire collection.

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Setting the Easter Table With Back Country Mercantile

I will be celebrating Easter this year by getting my second vaccine on Good Friday!!!!!! I am going to set an Easter Breakfast table for my family early this week just in case. I am still deciding on the menu but, as for most holidays, I am looking toward my favorite tabletop company, Back Country Mercantile for some inspiration. I have been friendly with Amanda, the founder and designer for a few years now and I am in awe of her talent. She has curated the most incredible glasses, china, vintage accessories, and more. This year I added a few of the little bunny-covered dishes to my collection. I love all the colors but Amanda recommended the pink, green, and chocolate swirl. I bought the most beautiful purple glasses that Amanda picked out for me this past summer but I do have my eye on the pink ones too…..Maybe for Mother’s Day!! All items are available on their WEBSITE and there is still time for local delivery in Greenwich and all the surrounding areas.

PS all the flowers are from Mcardles (going there first thing tomorrow)!!!

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Flowers So Gorgeous, you will not believe where these designs appeared…..

A few weeks ago a friend introduced me to Cassandra Held of Cassandra Held Designs. I was looking for a florist to work on a project with me and Cassandra’s name came up because of her unique and uber fabulous arrangements. I flipped over her designs from the moment that I contacted her. I knew already that most of her clientele was mostly pretty high-profile projects and very influential and creative people. What I did not know, until much later, was that she also provided arrangements for the Met Gala. MY FAVORITE!!!! Remember the night I went…well sort of…As if I had not already fallen in love with her beautiful creations..I then became obsessed. I had to meet her. Luckily Cassandra is relocating closer to Westchester shortly and she is going to have a pop-up at the Westchester Mall every weekend from now until Mother’s Day on the 1st floor right across from Sephora. I went last weekend and bought a gorgeous preserved rose arrangement, for a dear friend and the really pretty silver orb vase with the pink and green plant for myself. I see it on my desk every morning and I literally have never loved an arrangement so much. It is so simple yet so dramatic. It just puts me in the best mood every time I look at it. I am sure you will find me at Cassandra’s pop-up one of the next couple of weekends, or maybe even tomorrow!!!

Here is my beautiful perfect little arrangement!!!

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This preserved pink rose is so simple yet so impactful at the same time! I am going to buy some of these for gifts. They last forever.

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The colors in this arrangement are so vibrant…really simple but such a statement!

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This is just so cool…I love the shape these blooms take in that container nothing else is needed…

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Again…I love these colors, the orange and green just pop!! Also the greens add a really cool texture to this piece.

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Another breathtaking arrangement with such vibrant colors and texture..

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Here is the fabulous little preserved rose arrangement I bought for my friend. I chose this one because the natural look of the wood branch halo and gold stones just made it look so perfect for any decor, from traditional to mid-century modern to my favorite Hollywood Regency!!!

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Daphne Oz Caesar Salad That You Will Not Be Able To Stop Eating!!!

I have been following Daphne Oz for about a year now. I love the recipes she shares on her Instagram. A few weeks ago she shared her grandmother’s Caesar Salad recipe saying that her kids cannot get enough of it. My entire family LOVES Caesar salad and honestly, this one is a home run. Daphne recommends making the salad in a HUGE wooden bowl. I found THIS one on Amazon and just ordered it. The bowl I have now is a little too small!!

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4 garlic cloves, creamed
1 tsp dry mustard
1 tablespoon capers plus brine
4 anchovies, chopped (optional)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Juice of 3 lemons
1/2 cup olive oil (more to taste – we like it tart!)
1/2 tsp honey (optional)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
3 Romaine hearts, torn or chopped

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Mash garlic, mustard, capers, and anchovies (if using) together with a large pinch of kosher salt until combined. Add lemon juice, vinegar & Worcestershire sauce, and whisk in olive oil. Taste for salt and pepper. Add honey if desired, then cheese. Toss with romaine and top with more cheese! Devour.

A Gem In Larchmont

I am so happy to introduce you to a new amazing shop in Larchmont called Taaru Majeure. The Shop owner Mama Faye has the best eye. She imports all of her items from Senegal and she told me that the name Taaru means beauty. And everything she sells is truly a work of beauty. I went to her shop last week and was blown away by the fabulous selection of merchandise. I honestly could have brought everything home with me. Here are some of my favorite items but you can also check out the Taaru Majeure website as well.

The selection of bags, made from calf hair and exotic skins is incredible. Also, those fabric bangles are so affordable and look so great stacked. They will be perfect for the summer.

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The straw bags and vessels are fabulous. And Mama designed these half moon wristlets. They are perfect to hold your cell phone during a night out.

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Some of the best items were the tabletop section. The woven placemats are perfection. They would be so gorgeous on any table. But I am really excited to invite friends over and use mine out on my patio.

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There is also a beautiful selection of decorative pillows in all colors. This geometric neutral was my favorite!!!

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A nice surprise in the shop was that Mama designs the most beautiful dresses. I am soooo upset that I left this one behind. It was so incredible…and the sleeve…TO DIE FOR!!!

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Here are some of her blouse offerings. The colors are so vibrant and would look great with white jeans!!

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More vessels and placemats. Also check out the decorative fabric clutches. That royal and turquoise is incredible.

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These larger baskets would look good in a family room, kitchen or even a pool house.

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I am dying for a neutral one. Sooo fabulous!!!

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OK, so this look was my favorite. I ended up with this dress and I am sure those of you who know me are not surprised. I, unfortunately, had to leave the pink fur bag behind but it was sooo hard!!!! PS look at the gorgeous blue pillow in the background!!

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There is an entire wall dedicated to fragrance and another to Mama’s own all natural skin care (thats for another post!!!).

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More tabletop items. The assortment also includes woven trays, bowls and coasters. I cannot wait to set a table with all of these..

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Another bag favorite in zebra hair calf!!!

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Go Visit Mama and check out all of her beautiful things for yourself. I’ll probably see you there!!!!!

Taaru Majeure

124 Larchmont Ave,

Larchmont, NY 10528

Tuesday through Saturday

11AM – 5PM

Gold Buying: 5 Common Ways to Investing in Gold

Before you decide on investing, you should find the right avenue that will make it possible to fulfill your expectations and meet your financial objectives. For generations, investing in gold has been one of the best avenues to utilize and achieve financial stability. It is also among the trickiest investment options as it calls for practical information and direction. So, how can you invest productively in gold?

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Buy Gold Bullion

The most common form of bullion that people own and invest in is gold bars. Most people and corporations prefer to buy gold bullion as they contain at least 99.5% purity. You can also purchase the bullion at a per-ounce value of the gold concentration. The refining of gold bullion ensures that most pass a certain level of purity needed in the market. It is advantageous to purchase gold bars as the cost in the market is always appreciating. You can also buy or sell your gold bullion in the form of coins. This is vital as you can easily transport and store your gold. You should note that when trading your gold, you should be considerate of the weight value. This is essential as it determines the quality of your investment.

Consider Gold Futures

When you are looking to gain more profits in your investment sooner rather than later, you should consider buying gold futures. It is beneficial to invest in gold futures as you don’t trade gold itself but rather the profit difference between its current price and the expected value change. As an investor, to make a projection on the futures markets based on the current market. You can easily predict how much your investment will be worth in a short while when you consider gold futures than any other form of gold investment.

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Open Gold Accounts

It is common to see people keeping their important and precious things at the banks. Family heirlooms, cash, mortgages, will, and investments are just but a few of the many important things people keep safe in banks. You should note that you are also investing in the bank when you seek their services to keep your gold safe. With a gold account, you are also keeping and protecting your investment in one of the different ways you can apply. A gold account becomes beneficial when the bank buys it at a cost, but you remain the owner or when the bank uses it in its investments, and you get the value of its trading in return.

Consider Exchange-Traded Funds

The gold price keeps on fluctuating each hour and each minute. You should keep an eye on the stock market to know how valuable gold is at the right moment. When you consider exchange-traded funds, you get a chance of profiting from the gold market fluctuations. This is also beneficial because you buy the security on the investment instead of the investment itself. You should understand that buying gold in exchange does not necessarily mean the physical state but its worth. It is easier for your gold to be worth billions in the right market and at the right time, making it an instrumental investment.

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Buy Gold Numismatic Coins

You can effectively invest in history by buying numismatic gold coins. The difference with bullion gold coins comes with their weight value. They also have historical value as most of the coins have been in existence for years and passed through generations. Most of the numismatic coins have special marks and historical dates that also raise their net value. You will have one of the highest levels of private wealth when you consider buying gold numismatic coins. You should work with a certified gold dealer and make your investment worthwhile.

Investing in gold is a venture that only a few and the bold are willing to pursue. In the right market, you cannot understate the value of gold. Having the right guidance on the best ways to invest in gold, as stated above, becomes beneficial in the long run.