VINTAGE CHARM

Have you ever looked at old black and white pictures of your parents and wondered what life was like or what they felt at that moment. Here is a fun way to speed up father time and look
at what your children will one day see!





Thorsen photography

LONDON CHIC IS COMING!

Above: Miranda Dress

Above: Rapsody Dress

This is just a preview of Mina Uk coming to our boutique this spring. A mixture of vintage charm and 1960's bold prints makes this line unique. Pair one of their boho chic dress' with leggings or a pair of jeans and you will be all-weather ready. Break out of the old and embrace London style.

NATURE'S TREASURES

After a heavy snow fall, right outside my home I found one of natures many little treasures.
Simple yet so full of character. It doesn't take much to make me happy!
Add few blooms and you have an instant and unique conversation piece for a party or just for fun . Keep your eyes open ! You never know what you'll find.

STILL TRYING TO WARM UP!

Here is one more warm blast from the past! Maria got married last spring.
Loved her large bouquet of fragrant white peonies and lilacs.
Images courtesy of Millicent Wong Photography.

GREEN THUMB

I made a short trip to visit my parents in Florida this holiday season. What a refreshing change of scenery! Loved hanging out with my dad, combing through his garden with a fine tooth comb. He is always moving things around and experimenting with different varieties of plants . On this trip I discovered he had started a few Bonsais, could not help but to chuckle inside as I imagined my Italian dad taking lessons on Bonsai making and communicating with Mr Miagui! Not much in bloom in December, but all so brilliantly green.
Here are a few of my favorites.

OH WINTER WINTER.........

Here are a few bright and sunny blooms to chase the clouds away. I love looking back into our wedding archives and finding pictures of bride's past. This particular wedding took place at Cafe Braur in Lincoln Park. It was a glorious summer day and the bride was as radiant as her crystal chandelier centerpieces.
This post was inspired by the birth of their sweet baby boy Emmett just one week ago.
Images courtesy of Gerber Scarpelli.

SNIFF, SNIFF..... HEAVEN!

Living in this harsh climate, I need to indulge in something that uplifts my January blues, and I have found happiness in Candles!

What type of candle person are you? I believe there are three distinct groups. Some of us are scent sensitive, some are little piros and will burn what ever is available, and then there is always the group that is happy with the marked down dented candles (don't be ashamed, I have been in that isle also). As someone who has sniffed there way to the perfect candle brands, I am proud to share with you heavens scent in wax form.

The first being Capri Blue. Favorite Scent: Volcano: a mix of tropical fruits with a hint of exotic mountain greens.

This is a candle I have not only been in love with at first sniff but will fill your room with a sweet aroma . The cobalt containers crafted from recycled glass adds something special to every room.

Burn Time: 100 Hours

If you are someone who needs more than a pretty scent in a candle, then Voluspa is the brand for you. Favorite Scent: Champaca Bloom & Fern: Sweet blooms, fresh ferns, and a hint of gardenia.

This candle packs scent and aesthetics into one package offering both beautiful tins and porcelain jars to spruce up any space. Three wicks glow over a flower-sketched tin filled with fragrance. Burns evenly (thanks to those 3 wicks) and long. Even when it's not lit, the candle still emits a great smell.

Burn Time: 80 Hours

Come sniff out your favorite!