Happy Birthday Jackie!

Happy Birthday to one of the greatest fashion icons of our time, Jackie Kennedy Onassis.  She would have been 86 today.  Whether she was at a state dinner wearing Oleg Cassini or running around New York in her signature trench, white jeans and over sized sunglasses, she was one of the best dressed ladies around.  Here are some of her signature looks so we can all dress like Jackie!

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Book Club Monday

I recently watched Diana a movie about the secret love affair between the princess and a Pakistani Heart Surgeon, Hasnet Khan.  The screen play is based upon the book Diana: Her Last Love by Kate Snell.  The story between Diana and Hasnet is really touching and it gives you another perspective, from what we have already seen, in the press, as to what the last couple of years of Diana’s life was like.  I cannot wait to start the book as I LOVED the film. Princess Diana died two weeks, to the day, before my wedding.  I will never forget it.  You can watch the movie HERE or buy the book HERE.
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Saturday Real Estate Stalking

A very stylist friend who also has a knack for renovations and outstanding home decor recently renovated a gorgeous New York City apartment on Park Ave.  It has just been put on the market for rent.  This property was once three separate apartments that have since been joined into this 10 room, 4 bed, 4 bath home.  The building is called the Beekman and it was built in 1927, in the Italian Renaissance style. Woody Allen has an office in the Beekman and you can see him coming and going all week long!!  It is one of the premier, most prestigious buildings in Manhattan.  But, of course I am partial to this location, my parents had a small pied-à-terre here and it brings back many fun memories for me.  For more info on this listing click HERE

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Fashionable Friend Friday

This week’s Fashionable Friend Friday is blogger Teggy French.  Meet Alex, an actress, realtor and fashionista.  She lives in New Jersey with her husband and two dogs.  Teggy is her nickname, and she is obsessed with preppy palm beach and chic interiors.  You can follow Teggy’s blog HERE .

OHMYGOSHTHISISGOODCHICKEN Recipe

I stumbled upon this recipe and it was so easy that I had to book mark it.  Needless to say I will be trying it this week, so I thought I would share it with you.  It is called OHMYGOSHTHISISGOODCHICKEN (one word).  There are very little steps and very little ingredients.  Perfect for a quick family dinner, right?  Well lets see:

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Ingredients:


  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan
  • salt/pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic (optional)
  • boneless, skinless chicken 

Directions

  1. Mix Mayo and Parm. Cheese.
  2. Layer mixture in a baking pan over your chicken, making sure not to put too much on (it will not brown properly).
  3. bake in an over set on 375 for 45 minutes.

Oh, and PS, it’s gluten free!!!

Beach House Chic For Less Part 2

This week we have found some great beach house chic looks at Ikea.  My friend recently purchased the Orb light for her renovated home and reminded me how “right on” Ikea can be. From artwork to modern table top items, Ikea is one shop stopping.  Now all we need is a beach cottage to house all our new treasures!

Beach House Chic

Wall lighting
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Led bulb light
ikea.com

Light bulb shade
ikea.com

White pillowcase
ikea.com

Outdoor chaise
ikea.com

UTFÖRA
ikea.com

Home decor
ikea.com

Home decor
ikea.com

IKEA Duktig
ikea.com

GULLVIVA
$16 – ikea.com

NIPPRIG 2015
$20 – ikea.com

ХЕЙСАН
$2.34 – ikea.com