TOP 25 FATHER'S DAY GIFTS

1. CBC loves his moscow mules, and Pop doesn't mind them either.  I gifted these copper mugs to CBC on his birthday from Mark & Graham.  Complimentary monogramming & gift wrapping - which happens to be on fleek.

2. Bacon Money clip.  Hilare.

3. Personalized Buoy Bottle Opener

4. Is the dad is your life a Stones fan?  Both mine are!  This amazing book is 50 percent off at Nordstrom.

5. Hey Handsome Dopp kit.

6. Swell water bottle - We can't get enough of these around here.

7. Love this vintage cigar catchall - perfect for mantown.

8. Back up phone charger for when Horseface claims his is dead.

9. Letterpressed beer coasters.

10. Paddle ball game.  Dudes love games.

11. Personalized rustic leather card box - see #10.

12. Wooden muddler for the mixologist Dads out there.

13. Swim trunks.

14. "You earned it" bottle opener.

15. Johnny O striped polo - a contemporary classic.

16. Fitbit.

17. Striped sunglass straps.

18. Love these matches - for outdoor or indoor fireplaces.

19. Canvas Log carrier.

20. Beautycounter Shave - get a close {safe} shave.

21. Fishing reel cuff links.

22. Beer & Food Pairing Cookbook.

23. Needlepoint Wallet

24. Oh, Bonobos.  CBC cannot get enough of these gems and their fancy pockets.

25. Island Creek Oysters delivers {for free!}!  How amazing is that?  The ultimate gift would be the summer farm share.  But I'm sure the true oyster lovers in your life would be thrilled with the 50 count box or just about anything from this fine institution.

DEAR JUNE

here begins my busiest and most favoritest month of the year.

SO. MUCH. TO CELEBRATE!!!

first off, the birthdays . . . soooo many special birthdays . . .

One of my hilarious and effervescent besties is turning the big 4-0 this week.

{question being -how will I top my gift from last year?}

followed by my wonderful sissy in law's b-day. . .

and then the Canterbury Centennial, also being billed as "The Party of the Century"
OH, BOY.

Our treasured matriarchs-

Mimi & Gammy both have June Birthdays
{PS Gammy is almost the same age as Canterbury and is as radiant as ever!}

yours truly has a June birthday - not "the big one" but close enough.

sidebar: need to locate this sweet sign - 

"I'M GEMINI - I'M FICKLE"

oh, and George hits double digits . . . we CANNOT even

And as if the birthdays aren't enough to fill up our dance card, we are going to toss in a visit to our happy place, Kindergarten graduation, a very special bridal shower, an Edward Sharpe concert, a jaunt to NYC, begin construction on our Master Bedroom renovation, honor Dad's day . . .

and last but not least,
we plan on celebrating 10 years since a couple of crazy kids began this wild ride . . .

Not sure what I should do first.  Online shop or take a nap?!

HAPPY JUNE!

DEAR MADMEN CHARACTERS

MET BALL 2015 : TOP 10

HERE ARE MY FAVES FROM LAST NIGHT'S 

CHINA: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS 

INSPIRED MET BALL

HELEN MIRREN 

 ANNA WINTOUR 

ALLISON WILLIAMS IN GIAMBATTISTA VALLI

  DIANNA AGRON IN TORY BURCH 

 UMA THURMAN IN VERSACE

ALEXA CHUNG IN ERDEM

GIGI HADID IN DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

KERI RUSSELL IN ALTAZURRA

LILY ALDRIDGE IN CAROLINA HERRERA

BEST: POPPY DELEVINGNE IN MARCHESA

CHECK OUT THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE NEARLY NUDE HERE.

MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE : FAB GIFTS FOR UNDER 50

1. fact: moms need caffeine.  This charming mug from Shopbop is the perfect way to start the day - sealed with a kiss!

2. This Sugarboo frame makes my heart skip a beat, for our beautiful darlings, are the sweetest gift!

3. Few things make me happier than Human of New York - Brandon Stanton's latest edition - Little Humans is sure to deliver a smile to moms of every age.

4. Remind mom she's "the best" with this engraved Mint Julep cup - perfect for mom's desk or cocktail! {or both} 

5. Everyone could use a cheerful reminder to stop and smell the roses.  Love this delightful framed print!

6. All we truly want is 5 more minutes of sleep.  Give mom this eye mask and let her sleep in on Mother's Day!

7. Give mom a lift with this uplifting rose water.  It is my favorite Beautycounter gift - 

a healthy luxury that mom deserves!

8. Adore this clever picnic blanket. Wrap it up and pack her a picnic to go with it and enjoy the day!

9.  Obsessed with The Giving Keys.

10. Treat your queen to the divine Cleopatra candle from Tocca.

11.  Let mom indulge with MarieBelle Chocolates - gorgeous and delicious works of art that melt in you mouth.  Almost too pretty to eat.

12. Brighten Mom's day with these cheerful earrings.

13. For the Mom who has it all - a monogrammed cookbook holder.  

14.  When in doubt, give bubbly!  And if you're of age, maybe she'll share it with you.

Shop More Mom's day Faves:

DEAR KRISTA EWART

I'm a long time fan of Krista Ewart's work - ever since I first laid eyes on her darling decorated beach bungalow. . . 

pink fridge and scallop detail everywhere?  yes, please.

So I was thrilled to see her perfectly charming home on the May cover of House Beautiful.  I spy lots and lots of Quadrille and Coleen & Company, among many other favorites.

Obsessed.

Henriot Floral and pink stripes? yes, yes . . . YES.

THIS . . . 

outdoor area, is everything.

See more of her beautiful home and delightful interview here {her hubs gives her free reign - ahem, pay attention, HF}

KRISTA EWART, you rock.

THE BIG APPLE OF MY EYE

We had many adventures this past week during C & P's April break . . . We squeezed in a brief trip to one of my fave places on the planet.  

Every time I visit New York, I'm desperate to bring a bit of it back home with me. 

1. NEW YORK, NEW YORK PLATE

2. BUNGALOW no. 9 CANDLES

3. NY GRAPHIC HOODIE

4. NEW YORK JACKIE BOOK

5. came across the lovely VERRIER BOUTIQUE as we were leaving grand central - adore their sparkly designs and will be purchasing a glittery print for C & P's room.

6. and of course the best thing you can bring home from NYC are the memories . . . we loved seeing MATILDA on broadway with Auntie Genine, and the train ride was fun, too.

*rainbow tix image via

Phoebe says her fave song from the show is 'WHEN I GROW UP' - which obvs makes me cry. Perhaps it was the swings, but I'm hoping it's a little bit more than that.

Thank you, Auntie Genine, for the wonderful trip, and thank you, Mom, for exposing me to Broadway & the other magical experiences the big Apple has to offer, so many times when I was young.

And thank you, New York, for never ever disappointing.