I just finished reading a terrific novel by Susan Wittig Albert: Loving Eleanor. Based on the letters written during the 30 year friendship between Eleanor Roosevelt and Lorena Hickok (Hick), it is an historically seamed tale of two incredibly strong women forging new frontiers during one of the most volatile periods of our nation’s history: the Great Depression, the New Deal and WWII. Admired for their independent personalities and … Read More
In our Gallery today, the discovery of Isosoles Lingerie, and the debut collection by founder Cicely Travers. Schooled at the renowned DeMontfort University, Cicely creates smart underwear inspired by the paintings of Patrick Nagel and the Miami Beach scene. SEE MORE… Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
For some women, myself included, beautiful lingerie can serve as a wonderful mood-boosting pick-me-up. When I know I have a special day ahead, I tend to select a special lingerie set to match the occasion. Or sometimes I plan my outfit with the intention of showing just the slightest detail of my bra underneath. With Isosceles Lingerie, you can’t help but want a reason to share … Read More
There is no better place to study swimwear trends than on the beaches of Mexico. My exposure to this hot market has inspired my respect for the Fantasie, Freya and Elomi Swimwear collections. Covering women from cup sizes up to a HH and and a size 26, they have monopolized their position in this niche, building feminine self esteem all the way to the bank. READ and SEE MORE… Read More
Fantasie Arizona Collection
I have been in Cabo now for almost 3 months, through spring break, Easter week, and Memorial Day. Cruise ships, sometimes 3 abreast have been in the harbor almost daily until the beginning of June. This is not only an expat and getaway destination for a slew of Canadian and American tourists, but it is also a major vacation spot for Mexican mainlanders. (We are a separate, … Read More
Cosabella’s white equestrian bridal story, conjures up exactly the wedding style I might choose, if I was getting married now. Of course, I am way beyond the almost naked photoshoot days, but the passion that horses evoke in many young women is not so different than original love. I could not pass up these images when Cosabella shared them with me.
Living in Mexico, one gets used to an outside lifestyle. Whole rooms are set up al fresco. Being situated as we are in a desert terrain, it is not uncommon for certain friendly animal inhabitants to appear in our homes: geckos, birds, butterflies. But this past Friday, while having breakfast with my friend Kelley in her mountainside hacienda, we had a major disruption. A fox ran into the living room … Read More