Book Club Monday

I started reading a book that I cannot put down.  The Hopefuls, A Novel, by Jennifer Close is so great and perfect for some light summer beach reading.  The story goes like this:

A brilliantly funny novel about ambition and marriage from the best-selling author of Girls in White Dresses, The Hopefuls tells
the story of a young wife who follows her husband and his political
dreams to Washington, D.C., a city of idealism, gossip, and complicated
friendships among the young aspiring elite.

When Beth arrives
in D.C., she hates everything about it: the confusing traffic circles,
the ubiquitous Ann Taylor suits, the humidity that descends each summer.
At dinner parties, guests compare their security clearance levels. They
leave their BlackBerrys on the table. They speak in acronyms. And once
they realize Beth doesn’t work in politics, they smile blandly and turn
away. Soon Beth and her husband, Matt, meet a charismatic White House
staffer named Jimmy, and his wife, Ashleigh, and the four become
inseparable, coordinating brunches, birthdays, and long weekends away.
But as Jimmy’s star rises higher and higher, the couples’ friendship—and
Beth’s relationship with Matt—is threatened by jealousy, competition,
and rumors. A glorious send-up of young D.C. and a blazingly honest
portrait of a marriage, this is the finest work yet by one of our most
beloved writers.  Summary Amazon.com

To buy this book, click HERE

Weekend Real Estate Stalking

Today’s Weekend Real estate Stalking is a gorgeous home in Purchase, NY.  I love everything about this house.  The decor is amazing and there is so much living and entertaining space.  If you would like more information on this property, contact Liz Ross.

Soxfords

As I wrap up new companies that I love week, I have to end with Soxfords.  The dynamic husband and wife duo, Meredith and Ryan Kent run this company of cool and stylish socks (both men and women’s), sleek ties, cufflinks, tie bars and lapel pins.  I have purchased so many socks over the years for gifts for my husband and son.  All their socks are both dressy and fashionable and as they say, can take you to from the boardroom to the bar with ease!  To see the complete Soxfords line, click HERE,












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Betabrand

Here’s another cool company that I was recently introduced to……Are you eternally searching for the perfect pair of black pants?   The ones that can easily transition from day to night?  Ones with a perfect fit that do not gape and lie flat under blouses.  Welcome, Betabrand.  The company that makes dress pants that are as comfortable as Yoga pants.  Perfect for work, travel or just running around doing errands while still being elegant enough to wear out to hit the town.  Below I have highlighted some Betabrand looks as well as a transition from a casual black pants day look to a chic nighttime outfit.  Click the following to see the complete line of pants.

Black Pants Day look

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Black Pants Night look

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Shore Sunhats

How long have you been looking for the perfect hat to protect your hair at the beach or pool while still shading your face from the sun?  Well, Shore Sunhats are here!  I received a gorgeous navy hat and matching yellow beach bag the other day from my friends at Shore Sunhats.  And, from the moment I opened the gift box, I was hooked.  Shore Sunhats is a company started by three sisters from Greenwich Ct who love holidays and vacations spent at the beach.  As time went on, they noticed the damage the beach and pool were doing to their skin and hair.  Shore Sunhats, hand made in the U.S., with water resistant fabrics, shielding your hair and face from sun, wind, salt water and chlorine, was born.  For more information or to see the entire line, click HERE.
CROSS OUR HEARTS AND IF YOU DYE, OUR SUNHATS WILL KEEP YOUR COLOR AND BLOW-DRY

gLove Treat

The most amazing product was sent to me….gLove Treat!!!  It is a paraffin coconut and lavender oil treatment for your hands and feet created by Deanna Montrose!!!   Deanna, a salon owner kept receiving requests from her clients for an easier and more effective way to soften hands and feet.  All you do, is heat the glove or boot in the microwave for minutes and when the temperature is right you apply it to your hands or feet.  There is no mess.  It is easy and the results are fabulous.  It’s is so great that The gLove Treat is on Oprah’s favorites list!!!   I loved the glove now cannot wait to try the foot boot treat!!!!!  For more information on either product or to order, click HERE.