Category Archives: Travel

Big Apple Buzz…

As you may remember, I mentioned that I was making  my annual visit to NYC in December and I never make this trip without doing my due diligence before hand on what the Must-See in the Stores are for the season.  I did my research and saw it  all….Barney’s for Gaga’s Workshop, which was creatively […]

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Big Apple Bound…

Tomorrow I’m heading to the Big Apple. Visiting New York City at this time of year is one of my favorite things to do.  The City in December is purely magical.  I feel the energy of that magic as soon as I cross the Triboro Bridge.  There’s nothing quite like it. It’s truly one of […]

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The Newest Trend in Luggage… High on Tech, Light in Weight

High-tech luggage first came on the scene from one German maker, Rimowa, as reported by The Chic Sheet on 11/1/10, and has now become a huge fashion trend in the luggage industry. It sets the standard for strength, durability, mobility and aesthetics. Truly a must have, ideal for those who travel internationally or domestically. This […]

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J.K. Place, A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Florence

It’s mid-January and you have bought just about every sale item that you must have and are ready to move on into the New Year.  It is not too early to think about a Spring or Summer escape abroad, and of course I highly recommend Italy. When we were in Florence in November, I took […]

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Arrividerci Florence, but not forever…

How do I start writing about a city that I have had a love affair with since my first visit there 25 years ago? Maybe I start by saying that the deep affection I have felt for Florence, Italy and the surrounding Tuscan country sides is still burning, after spending 11 days there. Why was […]

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I'm Off to Florence…What Will I Choose?

Will I really have ALL of these choices and what will I do? Will it be Armani, Gucci or Prada, and will I pay full price on Via Tornabuoni or head to the outlets (which I hear are divino!). For jewelry, must have a bauble from my favorite, Angela Caputti? Or will I find so […]

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New Orleans Follow-Up

That’s me in BLACK at Cafe du Monde, what was I thinking??? I don’t know when I have been more excited about a return trip to one of my favorite places, than I was about our last week’s excursion to New Orleans. The funny thing about my adventure is that this nostalgic trip BACK for […]

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Diet On Hold, I'm Crescent City Bound!

Could it be the fact that I am going to one of the best eating towns in the country that has put me in a food state of mind? Whatever?! The fact that I’m heading to New Orleans and the only solid plans I’ve made for my four day stay are my dinner reservations further […]

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Chic Find: Playcation or Staycation…….so could it be both?!

Chic Find: Splendid Resort Vacation and it’s ALMOST in your own backyard! Looking for a perfect spot for a great getaway weekend or family get together?! I would have never thought that I would have found just that in a luxurious Resort Spa that was just over 50 miles from Houston and almost as close […]

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