Moans Couture

I am so excited to announce today that I have partnered with one of my absolute FAVORITE designers,  Moans Jewelry to bring you some beautiful unique pieces over the next few months. Moans creator Chris Crouch has made custom made jewelry for Broadway, recreated vintage pieces for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, Disney Theatrical productions, and custom orders for Mardi Gras.  Moans is thrilled to offer NS Lifestyle’s readers fashion jewelry pieces when they have time to switch gears and focus on “fun” jewelry for fashionable women.  





This month they have made the most beautiful statement earrings with Parisian vintage beads. There is a very limited amount available so act quickly!!!!


I love all of the colorways.  I cannot decide which are my favorite. I can see these worn all summer long to parties with dresses or to the theater with a chic pants suit.  However you style these, they are sure to become a favorite for years to come!!


To purchase, these earrings click HERE. Please use the case sensitive password NSLPROMO.  This is also your discount for 20% off!!!!!  Woo Hoo….Going to order mine now!!!!!


Time For A Summer Bag


So Memorial Day is right around the corner…time 
to pull out your white jeans, white shoes and straw 
bags.  There are so many cute bags around this year, 
at all different price points.  Here are some of my 
favorites.  I caved and purchased the Cult Gaia bag.  
It has been seen on everyone since its debut last 
summer, though my first choice was the 
vintage Chanel!!!!!!  Which would you choose?

Time For A Summer Bag

Chanel straw purse
– 1stdibs.com

MM6 Maison Margiela handbag
monnierfreres.com

Milly handbag
 – bloomingdales.com

Sensi Studio white tote
 – nathalieschuterman.com

Sophie Anderson tan handbag
matchesfashion.com

Milly handbag
– bloomingdales.com

White bag
 – intropia.com

Neiman marcus handbag
lastcall.com

Sam Edelman beige clutch
nordstrom.com

Cult Gaia tan bag
modaoperandi.com

Kayu red clutch
popmap.com

Straw handbag
rosegal.com

Book Club Monday

Today’s Book Club Monday is The French Wardrobe: A Mystery Crime Thriller, by A.R. Shaw.   It is definitely a cannot put down white knuckle book.  And, we all love those.  The plot has many twists and turns.  Here is the story:

A husband’s fears become a widow’s nightmare. The death of an overprotective husband brings his widow’s world crashing down. In her quest to survive life alone she makes a discovery not only about her strengths but also about his fears. Fans of Girl on the Train, The Husband’s Secret, and Gone Girl, will like The French Wardrobe.From the best-selling author of the Graham’s Resolution series. – Amazon.com

For more information or to purchase this book, click HERE.

image amazon.com


Fashionable Friend Friday

Today’s Fashionable Friend Friday is artist Simone Kestelman. Simone is an internationally acclaimed multi media artist focusing on ceramics, glass, and photography. She has over 30 years experience in the art field and most recently moved her gallery from Brazil to right here in White Plains, NY.  Simone has shown her work throughout out the world in such places as Greece, Brazil and the US.  Her mantra is to step beyond traditional imagery and sculpture.

  “I think art is the physical expression of our souls at a point in time. I put my feelings and aspirations into my art. Having a living art gallery enables me continuously record my inner state, while also having the freedom to reinvent myself. “-Simone Kestelman



There is going to be a fabulous opening cocktail party where Simone will be hosting a discussion and presenting her works on June 9th from 6-9.  Please RSVP gruyich@hotmail.com.  If you cannot make this amazing evening, there will be an open house on June 10th from 11-3pm.  Please stop by!!!   For more information on Simone or the gallery,  click HERE.

                                              This is a sponsored post but as always, all options and thoughts expressed above are my own.


Creme Brûlée FrenchToast

It’s time to starting thinking of making mom breakfast in bed.  I found this recipe and I think it is just perfect.  Creme Brulee French Toast.  It sounds so yummy and the perfect decadent treat for mom’s special day!

image delish
adapted from Delish

5 Eggs
1 c milk
1/2 c heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch kosher salt
1 stick melted butter
3/4 c brown sugar
1/4 c maple syrup
1 loaf challah bread
confectioner’s sugar

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar and maple syrup. Pour mixture into a large tall baking dish and spread into an even layer using a spatula. Arrange bread on top in a single layer.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour mixture over bread. If you have time, cover and let soak in refrigerate for 1 hour or up to overnight. Otherwise, bake for about 25 minutes, or until the the butter-sugar mixture is bubbling in the bottom of the pan.
  4. Serve immediately, sugar side up. Sift powdered sugar on top if desired.

Architectural Earrings

According to Vogue, architectural earrings are the
“IT” thing right now.  Big, Bold, and Sculptural 
that is what these earrings are.  They come in all 
shapes and sizes and are replacing the gold hoop 
on smart stylish women this Spring and Summer.  I 
love the pairs from Annie Costello Brown.  I ordered 
mine from Net A Porter and they were delivered 
within 2 hours.  I swear!!!! You will have them in
time for mom’s big day!!!!

Architectural Earrings