City-A-Glow

The city around the holidays; it's extra sparkly. There is something quite magical about it. 

And I can't help but snap photos at every chance I get.

We hope everyone has a wonderful official start to the holidays. 

Celebrations are under way. Enjoy!

Images from Cassandra Cole

Christmas Desserts

With all of the holiday parties and family gatherings, it is wonderful to have a festive Christmas dessert to finish off your holiday meal.

The red color of velvet cake was made for Christmas and the holidays. Simply add white or green and you have Christmas! From cakes to cupcakes to souffle, red velvet plays a part in these desserts.

The cakes that finish up the line up are peppermint and chocolate mint cake. 

Recipes can all be found at Southern Living.

Elise Allen Art & Paris Finds

This weekend I am heading to New Orleans for a party 

featuring Elise Allen artwork and the newest additions

to the Paris Finds Collection! I cannot wait to see the pieces

in person, both artwork and antique furniture! 

Have a great weekend and if you're in New Orleans, 
be sure to stop by! 

Jewels for the Holidays

I have been seeing a lot of great jewels

online lately, and I would just love to 

be wearing any of these over Christmas

and New Years! Which are your favorite?

Kate Spade Pink Stud Earrings // Kate Spade Skinny Bow Ring // Lulu Frost for JCrew Earrings

Kate Spade Scallop Ring // Dannijo William Earrings // Urban Outfitters Love Studs

BaubleBar Stackable Rings //  Kate Spade Ritz Ring // BaubleBar Ice Floral Drop Earrings

Tory Burch Small Logo Earrings // Kate Spade Gemstone Cocktail Ring  

Apartment Style

We wanted to put together a little selection of furniture for a first time apartment. 

This is always such a struggle to have a stylish setting and grouping of furniture within 

a great price point. When selecting furniture for a first time apartment,

 you always want to have in mind that the furniture should be versatile 

for different spaces as life goes on. The bed or sofa you have in your first apartment may 

some day be in a guest room or den in years to come. This is why we turned to Broyhill 

for selection and style. These are some of the base pieces that could work so 

well with different style of rugs, lamps and mirror that one can choose to add. 

These are great basic pieces that will accessorize beautifully.

*Images Compliments of: Broyhill Furniture

Bay Area Adventures

A walk through our "backyard" The Presidio. It's only a few blocks away and we love being able to enjoy it at a moments notice!

And looking back on San Francisco after driving over the Golden Gate Bridge on our way to Healdsburg. Never tire of that view. 

While shopping at Quadrille for a project, I happened upon their merchandise. Would love to have any of their pillows or makeup cases. Perfect gift ideas too. 

Wrapping gifts is one of my favorite things about the holidays. I love the simple way Diptqyue wraps their candles, just two colors of tissue paper folded over. 

The perfect lunch (or dinner) spot in Healdsburg. Barndiva in Healdsburg was so beautiful.
Looking forward to sharing about our Healdsburg getaway next week.

Have a great weekend!

*Photos from Cassandra's Instagram 

Ann Foster Designs

Ann Foster Designs are stunning pieces of jewelry. She designs pieces that combine aesthetic and spiritual qualities. Her jewelry are pieces of art . The combination of pearls and semi precious stone are some of our favorites. This first piece is an example of her lovely work. To have one of these beautiful necklaces as a gift for the holidays would certainly make one happy!

Images Compliments of: Ann Foster Designs

Gift Guide {For Her}

one - Turquoise Jewelry Box  //  two - Birchbox Subscription

three - JCrew Polka Dot Backup Battery  //  four - Plush Fleece Lined Tights

five - Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille Souffle Cream  //  six -  Diptyque Scented Oval

seven - Hedgehog Measuring Cups  //  eight - Clarisonic Mia Sonic

nine - Lafco Duchess Peony Candle  //  ten - Three Jane Map Necklace