My talented friend Lotte is not only an incredible stager, she has a booth at The Collective in Stamford filled with exceptional vintage and antique treasures. From tabletop items to unique furniture and jaw dropping artwork, Lotte is the expert and curates it all. I follow Lotte on INSTAGRAM where she posts all of her latest finds. She is holding a fabulous home design sale shortly and the only way to get on the list is to follow her on INSTAGRAM. I have seen a sneak peak and you are not going to want to miss it….In the meanwhile, lets take a tour of Lotte’s booth…
I love the clean lines of this lantern and the light wood color…I could see it by a fireplace or on any patio….
Some of the Vintage objects that are averrable in the Booth…
I fell in love with these cane vintage glasses and the cabbage nut dish….that bamboo tray is not bad either!!!!
How chic is that console…I wish I had a place for it!
And Example of some of the beautiful artwork..this one happens to be by local Rye artist Caroline O”Callahan! Oh and those tall white vases would look sooo good on my mantle!!!
I am dying over these tiger hair calf pillows…
This entire vignette is perfection…I love everything…
More fabulous accessories….the cane shelved table is so gorgeous..you have to see it in person…
I have that exact vintage buddha head and I use it as a cocktail napkin weight on my bar cart!!
I am so mad I did not take that vintage cheese tray home with me…but also how perfect would that vintage compote with shells be in a beach house???
The cutest basket bag….Love the shape.
Its hard for me to pass up anything leopard..I can def see this in an entry way
If you are like me and are missing NYC sooo much right now these chic vintage glasses are for you….
A great smaller painting for a gallery wall….
These botanical prints really would look great anywhere..the frames are sooo good…
There were tons of milk glass…That scalloped compote is soo pretty…I can see Halloween candy in it right now…
Look at these mother of pearl utensils….simply gorgeous…
This is one of my favorite prices..it is a pagoda appetizer plate in a basket weave print…I would use it all the time…
And lastly these alabaster lamps would be perfect in a bedroom…sooo pretty…
Another local company that I am OBSESSED with is Trvl Design. They make the most wonderful travel, makeup, and storage bags. I have them all over my house. I store jewelry, toiletries, hair products, almost everything in mine….The prints are soooo cute and the quality is beyond. And they look adorable in my drawers and on my shelves. The packing cubes are not only great for when you travel but also to store off-season clothing. They fit perfectly in a suitcase or road trip duffle. The shapes and sizes are really clever too. Oh, and they make fabulous gifts…Right now for their 1 year Birthday, Trvl is offering NS Lifestyle readers a 20% discount on every purchase now through August 7th. Use the code HAPPY1 at checkout on their WEBSITE. Here are some of my favorite styles,
I cannot believe that today is August 4th…I feel like this is the slowest/quickest summer of my life, if that makes any sense..I loved seeing the Amazon best sellers for the Month of July. I was impressed that there were so many items for the home and kitchen. I guess that says a lot about where we all are at this point this year!!!! There are so many things on this list that I want for myself…all of them are very clever and even might I add PRACTICAL!!!!! Happy Shopping!!!
For us slow am coffee drinkers, this mug keeps your coffee warm for hours!!!!!
This bamboo flatware is so beautiful…
Don’t complain about headaches, face and eye puffiness, or redness anymore…we’ve got you covered..
This chopper is a miracle in the kitchen….I cannot wait to get one..
This laundry wash get rave reviews. The fragrance is suppose to be incredible..
Is your goal to get more organized…try this planner…
This case is fabulous for storing all of your nail polishes…
Are you looking for some cute coffee cups..these are my favorite…
I love the idea of this bag sealer….I could use this in my pantry….
For three months in a row, this self-tanning water has been the number one bestseller….
For two months in a row, this mission gaiter was a best seller…
The wait is over….Wegman’s is opening in Harrison in 2 Days!!!! The doors will open on Wednesday, August 5th at 9:00. I just got back from a tour of the new store and you are going to LOVE it…It is 121,000 square feet with every isle offering “choice, quality and value”. Wegmans is committed to bringing items, with their brand name, that are either organic or food that you feel good about meaning, no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. The store is full of plenty of “EZ Meals”; ones that will help you bring home, delicious and healthy food choices when you are short on time. And lastly Wegmans’ is a trusted partner with over 400 local family farms to bring you the freshest and best quality ingredients. The Wegmans team wants every shopping experience to be a genuine pleasure for its customers.
Here is a note on the store’s safety procedures during these challenging times:
To ensure a safe environment for all our employees and customers, we’re committed to going above and beyond what is required. We have enhanced our sanitation of high-contact touchpoints and increased the frequency of our everyday sanitation practices. Hand sanitizer stations are available throughout the store and our cashiers are asked to sanitize their workspace and hands regularly. Plexiglas® shields are also installed at all our registers and will be installed in additional areas, as well. We encourage all customers and employees to be respectful of social distancing guidelines. To help, we’ve placed visual indicators at our registers and throughout the store.
Here is a sneak peak of the new store:
I was so impressed with all the produce choices…
Look at all the chopped Veggies….
And bagged Veggies…….
Fabulous lettuces…..
Everyone told me about the amazing prepared foods…they were still setting up but OMG>>>>Look at these yummy salads…and there were tons and tons….
All types of cooked chicken, fried, baked, BBQ……
And entire section of Asian entrees….
Italian..including a Pizza oven….
The Bakery smelled so good..they were making the cutest mini tiered wedding looking cakes, unfortunately, they put them in the kitchen for packaging when I went back to take a photo..you have to check them out!!!!
I loved that there were cooking gadgets available all around the store…this is going to be dangerous!!!
The Cheese and Charcuterie section was BEYOND……..I cannot wait to go back and sample somethings!!!!!
LOVED this section….
This photo does not do the isles justice but everything was arranged so perfectly and neatly….it must have taken HOURS!!!
There is a massive section devoted to all types of craft beers including ones esp from NY State!!! I see a beer tasting in my husband’s future!!!!
No shortage of cleaning supplies here…
There was another section devoted to home decor and table top/cooking products. I was told it changes for the season…OMG!!! I cannot wait..Right up my ally!!!!!
These mixing bowls were dreamy…I am going back just for this set…..
The Bambu bamboo plates have been a favorite of mine for years..I am obsessed!!!!
Back to the food….OMG!! These ice cream sandwiches….
There is a Burger Bar at one end of the store and I hear it is delicious…..and a great dinner spot..
The seating area was clean and well spaced…its a great meeting place and place to get some work done…
Very smart….they skip every other table for distant seating…
Here is the coffee bar…..
Who wants to meet me for a Lavender Latte?
Stephanie Hoover…LOOK at these flowers…..OMG!! I can see your incredible arrangements now……Cannot wait for the videos…check them out at @stephanie_asher
And these were only $4
Safety measures in action…
Many people experience trouble with anxiety day to day. It is actually one of the most common problems for many, and it’s no wonder that so many individuals are struggling with their minds in this manner. Truth be told, we all get anxious sometimes. But if you are anxious all the time, that’s a problem and one that you might want to try and fix. Fortunately, there are always steps you can take to ensure that you are going to overcome your anxiety, or at least manage it well enough that it doesn’t take over your life. Let’s take a look at some of those important steps.
Say Goodbye To Social Media
People get very attached to social media, and you might find yourself thinking that it is even necessary for your line of work or in order to keep in touch with the people in your life. But all that time spent on Twitter could be spent advancing your career in much more direct ways, and you can keep up to date with the people in your life by actually calling them on the phone once in a while. The truth is, social media is not a necessary part of your life – and it is likely making you a more anxious person. Do away with it for just a week, and see how different your mind feels. You will feel calmer, more spacious, less worried, and generally a lot more relaxed in yourself.
Take Care With What You Consume
As well as being careful about screens, you should also take care with what you consume in other ways. What you are putting into your body is always going to be an important aspect to trying to deal with anxiety, and it’s amazing what a difference you can make just doing simple things like not drinking coffee or using a little cbd isolate here and there. Similarly, alcohol is likely making you more anxious than you need to be, and could be done away with pretty easily. If you really want to overcome your anxiety once and for all, you have to take it seriously what you are putting into your body every day. It really does make a difference to the state of your mind.
Meditate
The word meditation comes with a lot of confusion for many people, partly because as a word it has about a thousand different meanings. But meditation as we are using it here simply means spending a little time each day in a quiet place, paying careful but relaxed attention to what’s going on in your mind. You don’t have to change your mind or try to stop your thoughts – you just have to sit and watch what happens. Just developing that mindfulness is an incredibly powerful way of gaining an essential distance from your anxiety, so that even when it crops up again, it won’t be such a problem for you. Take up meditation today and see what happens.
For companies big and small, one of the most important factors of effective marketing is to reach your target market. Your products and services are designed for a certain group of people, but you must reach them to get their support. This takes a lot of time and effort, but here are three creative steps to help you reach your audience with more accuracy.
1. Know Who They Are
Start by knowing who you should be targeting. Create a persona for your target market. Look at ages, income brackets, ethnicities and education. Also, look at shared hobbies or interests. Once you have a solid idea of who and where your target market is, you can dig deep.
2. Be Engaging
Even if you know how to reach your audience, you must get their attention too. Do this with creative marketing strategies. Sending a postcard for real estate marketing is a great way to catch the attention of leads. Social media is another marketing platform where you can drop ads, build up a following and interact with potential clients.
3. Add a Personal Twist
In anything you do, help customers and leads know that you care. The more “human” side you show in the business helps build trust and develop relationships. Refine your brand voice, build up the image of the company and interact as much as you can with the people you are catering to. It’s important to have a strong customer service team that can answer questions and help customers with their needs.
As you actively seek ways to reach your target market, you will also be improving your brand image. People will start to recognize who you are, and you can slowly become an expert in your industry. Find creative ways to show your customers that you care.