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Weekend Real Estate Stalking

posted on : September 12, 2015 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

I was so impressed with this once in a lifetime vacation, I just had to share it with you!!!  Elizabeth Taylor’s Palm Springs house is for rent.  How cool is it to share in Hollywood Royalty on your holiday.  This glamorous estate is the swanky area of Las Palmas and still contains many of Ms. Taylor’s own possessions.  Excuse me while I go call my travel agent!!!!!!!

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Bon Voyage

posted on : August 4, 2015 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment
I must admit I have total luggage envy.  Take this March, I was in Miami next to the chicest girl.  There she stood in her rainbow Valentino gladiator sandals, white jeans, pastel cashmere cardigan next to the most beautiful suit case.  I on the other hand was reaching for my black honeymoon Samsonite, which I had just noticed had sprouted a hole, making its already thread bare appearance even worse.  I decide then and there I was going to upgrade my travel “look”.  I found some great options below.  I am of course leaning toward the leopard but I think the British Flag design might to the trick too!!!

Bon Voyage

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Fashionable Friend Friday

posted on : July 31, 2015 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment
This week’s Fashionable Friend Friday is Marisa May.  I have know Marisa since she was a little girl and I am so in awe, as each year goes by, how more and more accomplished she becomes.  Marisa is restaurant royalty.  Her father Tony May is a master restauranteur, so Marisa has learned from the best.  She started as a little girl running around the Rainbow Room, where her father was the owner until 1986.  Marisa went on to NYU and then eventually came to work by her father’s side, first San Domenico and then SD26, both iconic NY restaurants.  Marissa and her father have recently sold SD26.  We are waiting to hear their next culinary move.  I for one CANNOT WAIT.  Here is Marisa, her father and some of their very well know regulars.  Yesterday was her birthday so Buon Compleanno Dolce Marisa!  

Please Please Marissa, send us some of your famous recipes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Fashionable Friend Friday

posted on : July 17, 2015 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

Today’s fashionable friend friday is a pair of sisters Laetitia Stanfield and Selina McPherson, who create beautiful “vibrant and colorful” scarf necklaces adorned with beading and sparkles.  Their designs are inspired from their travels all over the world, with much New York and Paris influence.  These necklaces look amazing with a white t-shirt and jeans, for running around during the day, as well as a little black dress, for a sophisticated evening look.  To see the full assortment of necklaces click HERE



I was able to catch up with Laetitia and ask her a little bit about her beautiful designs:


Give us a little background, how did you get into the scarf necklace Jewelry design?
I was a buyer at Bergdorf Goodman for 5 years and I met a slew of young designers.  I loved how creative they all were and wanted to get on the other side of the business.

Who do you envision wearing your designs?  Do you take this into account when you are design the jewelry?
Our pieces are designed for the creative customer who is looking to spruce up her wardrobe.


What are some new pieces you are working on?
Chokers and evening pouches, not only ‘scarf necklaces’
What is your favorite piece in your own personal jewelry collection (photo please)?
Besides my ROARKEs, my wedding band 
What are 5 pieces every woman should have in their jewelry collection?
A few scarf necklaces, a great pair of simple gold stud earrings and something from your grandmother’s jewelry box 
What are your splurge/steal items for a jewelry wardrobe?
Splurge – diamonds. Steal – a ROARKE scarf necklace that can be worn anywhere day to night


What’s your favorite travel destination?
Most recent is Marrakech
What’s your favorite restaurant in NYC?
Il Buco 

What’s your favorite store in NYC?
Kirna Zabete 
If you could see any woman wearing your beautiful designs, who would it be?
Michelle Obama and Kate Moss 
Who are your favorite designers?
Stella, pheobe and Karl

Name a style icon you admire.
Talitha Getty

If I wasn’t making jewelry I would be a travel photographer

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Wish List Wednesday

posted on : July 8, 2015 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment
Through this blog, I am always discovering really great products.  Recently, I have found so many items that have become summer staples.  Here are some things that are on my must have list for summer 2015!

EO lavender wipes.  I first saw these at whole foods by the entrance.  They smell so good.  At each visit to whole foods, I would take a few extra to keep in my purse and car.  The result was heavenly.  These wipes are available at your local Whole Foods or you can buy them on Amazon HERE
My SIL recently introduced me to this delicious ice coffee called “Cold Roman”.  You basically pour a little bit of the espresso mix (1/3) over ice and add milk (2/3).  You don’t even need to add sweetener.  It is the best ice coffee I have ever had.  You can learn more about Cold Roman HERE.  If you are looking for another ice coffee to make at home, Starbucks sells one that is available in your supermarket’s refrigerator section (near the juices).  It is also delicious and another staple in our house this summer!!!
I recently tried Beauty Counter’s Rose Water Uplifting Spray.  It is such a luxurious pick me up on hot humid days and we all know how important is is to keep our skin hydrated.  It not only gives you a “dewy glow” but it is also great to spray on your pillow at night to help you sleep.  To learn more about the spray or beauty counter products click the business card ad of our rep Wendy above.
I love to wear larger earrings in the summer.  They really look great with summer outfits and help to dress up any look, day or night.  Right now, I am loving the Kaia chandelier earrings from Stella and Dot.  The white stones really pop against tanned skin!   For more info on these gorgeous earrings click HERE
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I always have a purse size spray of Aromaflage insect repellent in my bag.  I love the “wild” scent.  And because it is all natural I don’t have to worry about being soaked in chemicals.  Also, I get so many compliments when I wear it AND it really does keep the bugs away.
My husband recently brought this hint fizz watermelon sparking water home for me, thinking I might like to try it!!  I have to say it has become my FAVORITE summertime beverage.  The watermelon flavor is really just a “hint” so it is not sweet at all and very refreshing.  It is an all natural product so no additional sugars are added,  to enhance the flavor. You have to try it!!  So far, I have only found it at Whole Foods but you can check the website to see where it is available in your area, HERE

I love love love my Kindle and Kindle app.  Having the access to get books at the touch of a button is priceless.  I love not having the stack of “to read” books cluttering my nightstand.  All of the books I am dying to read are neatly stored on my little kindle device.  More and more books are available on the kindle, especially travel books, which is great when trying to plan a fabulous summer get away!!!  
I am dying to buy a pair of the Aerin Lauder jeweled sandals.  I recently visiting the Aerin store and fell in love with all the embellished flats.  I love wearing them with white jeans and shift dresses all summer long.  To see the complete assortment of Aerin shoes click Here.

My good friend Rere of Rere Corcoran Jewelry knows how much I LOVE turquoise.  She recently made me a gorgeous gemstone turquoise necklace with a beautiful one of a kind asian pendant. I have not been able to take it off since I got it.  To learn more about Rere’s beautiful jewels, click HERE

My last product was literally right under my nose for 3 years.  Regiliously, I visit my Aesthetician, Julie of Skin NY Westchester.  She is a miracle worker and has changed my life (but that is for another post!).  I literally WILL NOT miss an appointment with her, so much so, that one day I was deathly ill and had her put on a face mask so she would not catch my germs. I had to make it through my session!!!  About a month ago, she gave me a muti purpose skin cream called “Julie in a Jar”.  You can use in on your face and on your body.  It is wonderful.  Very soothing and healing.  I love the lavender scent and I use it all day long!  For more info on Skin NY please click HERE

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Aromaflage

posted on : July 2, 2015 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment
A friend recently put me in touch with the company Aromaflage.   Basically the husband and wife team, of Mikey and Momo “discovered this exotic, botanical fragrance that doubles as an insect repellent”, while traveling through South East Asia.  The fragrance contains no toxic chemicals or anything you cannot pronounce.  It comes in two sizes and the product line also includes candles.  There is the Aromaflage Scent and the Wild Scent.  There is also a fragrant bracelet available. This is on my wish list!  The packaging is really beautiful.  The pocket spray is perfect to keep in your purse or clutch to pull out during a romantic night under the stars.  I recently brought some samples to a picnic night at the beach and both scents were a huge hit but most importantly kept us all bug free!  For more info on the Aromaflage products, click HERE