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07/13/2017

Preppy Style – Tina Barney’s Photography

The photographs of Tina Barney capture those banal moments when Mummy dressed daughters in loud matching dresses. Photography may shift, currently experiencing mainstream visibility thanks to social media, but Barney’s candids is an established stye that is all her own and always relevant.

Tina Barney’s “The Daughters” captures that before-the-event moment with family.

We accompany Barney as she captures the East Coast’s privileged in moments so ordinary they are the closest depiction to real without reading a diary. There are cranky teens, wives with cocktails, and decor with a penchant for brash patterns and a hoarder’s worth of oil paintings, books, keepsake boxes and needlepoint pillows.

“Jill and Polly in the Bathroom.”

Tina Barney by Peter Galassi is a curated tome of her 43 year career as a chronicler of elite American life. She writes a thoughtful introduction of her childhood in the 50s, which brought on her interest in photography when her grandfather “had at least two kinds of cameras hanging around his neck, and they bounced off his fat tummy when he laughed.” Decades come to an end but Barney’s images define each WASPy period.

: “Marina’s Bedroom.”

: “Diving Board.”

: “Sunday New York Times.”

: “Tina Barney Self Portrait.”

Long before Ian and Shep introduced milllennials to Nantucket reds, there will always be sailing, duck boots and smuggling grandad’s gin in the basement to make Southsides. Here, shop the slightly updated prep look.

Tina Barney, Rizzoli New York

Capturing Prep Style

: 1. Duchess Garden Lemon Parachute Silk Gown

: 2. Ephemera Gingham Bandeau Bikini Top

: 3. La Gingeoler Fabric

: 4. Palm Beach Jack Rogers Sandal

: 5. Shoop Bikini

: 6. Beach Glow Leo Bikini Bottom

: 7. Sonia Sleepwear Robe

: 8. Roberta Roller Rabbit Blanket

: 9. Julia Dress in Wave

: 10. Dolce & Gabbana Dress

: 11. Smathers & Branson Pillow

: 12. Pink Chicken Kyle Skirt

Matthew Williamson dress 2. Bikini top 3. Scalamandre fabric 4. Jack Rogers sandal 5. RYE Resort bikini 6. Eberjey bikini bottom 7. Cosa Bella robe 8. Patchwork blanket 9. Rulon Reed dress 10. Printed cotton dress 11. Needlepoint Cocktail Pillow 12. Skirt

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05/13/2017

Bee Aware – Shop the Bumblebee Look

Napoleon anointed the bee icon as a symbol of power. Winnie the Pooh * perpetually warded off bees in his quest for a honey fix. Bees are a timeless motif. While they are as complex as a femme fatal, they are an essential part of the food chain. Who doesn’t love warm toast smeared with the golden nectar?

Keep the bee in flight.

Sadly bees have been put on the endangered list for the first time. Certain pesticides and diminishing natural food sources are some offenders, making awareness increasingly important. Beekeeper Andrew Coté of Andrew’s Honey not only operates a family honey business but founded Bees Without Borders, where he roams the world to educate poverty stricken communities on the trade. Increase the buzz by adding bee beauty to the everyday.

: 1. Bumblebees Print by Catherine Pape

: 2. Nature Nate’s Honey Tins

: 3. Little Bee Cards

: 4. Queen Bee Soap

: 5. Bumblebee Sealing Stamp

: 6. Little Bee Ring

: 7. Bedazzled Wine Charmers

: 8. Andrew’s “Local” Honey

: 9. Honey Bees Flour Sack Tea Towel Set

: 10. Tattoos

: 11. Farrow & Ball Wallpaper

: 12. Michael Healy Brass Door Knocker

: 13. Bee Cushion Cover

: 14. Susquehanna Carafe Set

Bee print 2. Honey tin 3. Stationery 4. 5. Sealing stamp 6. Ring 7. Wine charmers 8. Honey 9. Tea towel 10. Tattoos 11. Wallpaper 12. Door knocker 13. Cushion cover 14. Carafe set

* For more information on supporting the honey bee and to download the ‘bee-friendly’ guide inspired by Winnie-the-Pooh and friends visit www.friendsofthehoneybee.com

Other ways to help the honey bee:

1. Plant a window box

2. Buy local honey

3. Build a bee habitat

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03/10/2017

Ultimate Wallpaper Guide

Wallpaper has evolved from manor house motifs and the loud prints of a Palm Beach cocktail dress (though we love those too.) Updated selections will give any room pizzazz. Choose from a colorful tableaux resembling Andy Warhol’s take on wildflowers to artistic compositions a muralist would create. Installation options also vary. There is the classic pasted paper method or–renters and dorm residents take note–self adhesive varieties.

Forget the artwork, the floral infused color of this design direct a room’s theme that is both modern and personalized.

: 1. Cavern Home

: 2. Bartsch Paris

: 3. Tempaper Designs

: 4. Rapture and Wright

: 5. Lobo Loup

: 6. Aimee Wilder

: 7. Juju Papers

: 8. Flavor Paper

: 9. Nama Rococo

: 10. Color Ray

: 11. Bartsch Paris

: 12. Clever Spaces

: 13. Aimee Wilder

: 14. Aimee Wilder

NYC Water Towers by Tom Slaughter 2. Parisian Dandelions 3. Connect Wash on White 4. Cloud Garden 5. Hoya 6. Hydrangeas 7. Jungle Dream 8. Small Flowers 10. Drawing Cactus Pattern 11. Lovely Gingham 12. Confetti 13. Pina 14. Cactus Spirit

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02/17/2017

Travel Style Guide: What to Pack

The realistic traveler does not depend onÂ valets and bellhopsÂ but will raceÂ through terminals to make a 15Â minute connection. A sensible traveler will not pack optional hairdryers but travels with an edited collection of items that coalesce–wrinkle-free compact piecesÂ thatÂ can be spot cleaned in a hotel sink. To keep from looking like you followed tips in a “What to Pack” guide, throw in a few accessories with aÂ sharedÂ accent color thatÂ addÂ verve toÂ holiday snaps.

On the Plane:Â Distinguish yourself from the black nylon cases by wheeling a statement piece.Â While delays and turbulence are parÂ for the travel course, lighten the mood with comedic socks and bright baggage.

: 1. Bellagio Suitcase

: 2. T. Anthony Hat Case

: 3. Sassy Minnie Socks

Rolling suitcase 2. Hat Box 3. Socks

In the Case:Â You don’t need to travel with aÂ steamer trunk forÂ aÂ curated collection of dependable comfort piecesÂ without lookingÂ slouchy. Affordable accessories are lightweight additions that polish a look for those who rather leave the priceyÂ baubles at home.

: 1. Holzweiler Paisley Silk Scarf

: 2. Classic Stan Smiths

: 3. Kayu Design St. Tropez Bag

: 4. Scuba Jacket with Hoodie

: 5. Eugenia Kim August Hat

: 6. H&M Shirt Dress

: 7. Elizabeth and James Knit Pants

: 8. Pink Mirrored Aviators

: 9. J Brand Alana Crop Jeans

: 10. Gladdi Strands Necklace

: 11. Eberjey Gisele PJ Set

: 12. Loro Piana Semicircle Duo Shawl

: 13. Hollister Woven Scarf

: 14. Ily Couture Skirt

: 15. Toscani Ballet Flats

Scarf 2. 3. Straw tote 4. Veronica Beard blazer with hoodie 5. Panama hat 6. Shirt dress 7. Knit pants 8. Sunglasses 9. Skinny jeans 10. Beaded necklace 11. Pajamas 12. CapeÂ 13. Square Scarf 14. Silver Pleated Skirt 15. Foldable Flats

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01/28/2017

Ultimate Dog Gift Guide

Our dog Ellie came into our lives after a $140 donation and pitch to Bideawee that we have a backyard. She is a mixed breed, but nothing trendy with a doodle or poo. Once her little paws click clacked into our home we have been forever smitten. Pets are not just novelties that add cuteness to family photos, they are part of the family worthy of canine comforts.

Keeping your canine warm and well-dressed in a Pendleton dog coat.

When a Milk-Bone doesn’t say enough, give your pooch what she truly deserves.

: 1. Personalized Rain Coat

: 2. Pendleton Dog Coat

: 3. Harry Barker Dog Roll Up

: 4. Banana Pudding Dog Treats

: 5. Anchors Away Dog Leash

: 6. Bow Tie Dog Collar

: 7. Squeaky toy

: 8. Ceramic Dog Bowl

: 9. Heart Dog Sweater

: 10. Stiped Collar

Rain Coat 2. National Park Dog Coat 3. Roll Up Bed 4. Dog Treats 5. Leash 6. Bow Tie Collar 7. Fabric Dog Toy 8. Bowl 9. Heart Sweater 10. Collar

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01/18/2017

Ultimate Valentine’s Day Gifts with Heart

Valentine’s Day gifts covered with hearts is the equivalent of a text sent with more emojis than words, it gets a bit much. Rather than give a Whitman Sampler or checkout aisle trinket, say it with a sentiment that will be appreciated after the 14th.

Peeps marshmallow hearts is a fun way to say Valentine’s Day.

Let our guide to the heart, in a gift form that is, aptly convey the holiday message.

: 1. Simple Heart Socks

: 2. Valentine’s Day Mailiing Kit

: 3. Love U Beanie Kit

: 4. Girl’s Van’s Sneakers

: 5. Metallic Pencils

: 6. Elle Water Bottle

1. Socks 2. Valentine’s Day Class Cards 3. Love U Wool Beanie Kit 4. Girls Sneakers 5. Heart Pencils 6. Water Bottle

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12/15/2016

Ultimate Toy & Games Guide–Batteries Not Needed

The Christmas gifts that surrounded a tree chopped from the backyard, decorated in a home lit by lanterns, still hold currency today. You will see slight updates in colors and shapes but overall the shared concept of classic playtime with toys that won’t need a battery recharge will always work.

Chess Set by Wild Wolf.

: 1. Kazoo

: 2. Chess Set

: 3. Daredevil Car

: 4. Stuffed Giraffe

: 5. Christmas Stories by Charles Dickens

: 6. Balloon Mobile

: 7. Baby Grand Piano

: 8. Circa Baseball

: 9. Blockitecture Deco

: 10. Spinning Top

: 11. Raggedy Ann and Andy

: 12. Memory Set

: 13. 4-Way Shut the Box

: 14. Harmonica

: 15. Roadster

: 16. Cicada Clicker

Kazoo 2. Chess Set 3. Daredevil Car 4. Steiff Giraffe 5. Christmas Stories by Charles Dickens 6. Classic 5 Mobile 7. Grand Piano 8. Circa Baseball 9. Blockitecture Building Set. 10. Spinning Top 11. Raggedy Ann and Andy 12. Matchstacks Little Hipster Memory Game 13. 4-Way Shut the Box 14. Harmonica 15. Roadster 16. Cicada Clicker

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12/02/2016

Moana Style – Get the Polynesian Look

I’ve been known to go to a movie and shift my focus from the plot to the fashion. When viewing Disney’s film Moana something unprecedented happened, and I am not referring to tolerable singing dialogue; I was in awe of the heroine’s style. Important to note: Moana is animated.

Her playful looks have a mix of tropical and Boho pieces with great accessories. While I do lust for footwear going shoeless may be a trend next summer as Moana’s bare feet were part of her character. (She doesn’t even have a pedicure.)

: 1. Fan Earrings

: 2. Faliero Sarti Scarf

: 3. Split Earrings

: 4. Tapestry

: 5. Scotch R Belle Skirt

: 6. Bib Necklace

: 7. Free People Top

: 8. Sea Foam French Tassel Necklace

: 9. Micah Top

Sophie Fan Earrings 2. Scarf 3. Split Earrings 4. Magical Thinking Tapestry 5. Chiffon Skirt 6. Stardusted Half Circle Necklace 7. Off-the-Shoulder Top 8. Island Company Necklace 9. Tube Top

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11/20/2016

Ultimate Gift Guide – Classic Patterns

Bookmark this gift guide and you can use it again next year. In fact, one of these items I gave on Christmas decades ago and he still wears it. (Hint: the L.L. Bean staple seen on every New England campus). Classic prints will remain in the lexicon of style because they have enduring appeal. From hostess gifts to what you wrap it up in, present something that the receiver will actually want and keep for years to come.

: 1. Teepee

: 2. Reusable Giftwrap

: 3. Paul Smith Scarf

: 4. Marlborough Tote

: 5. Baker’s Twine

: 6. Striped Espadrille

: 7. Madras Watchband

: 8. 5th Avenue Glacier Park Throw

: 9. Children’s Trapper Hats

: 10. Wooden Blocks

: 11. Royal Stewart Pants

: 12. Dumye Rag Doll Raven

: 13. L.L. Bean Norwegian Sweater

: 14. Erin Fleet Pillow

: 15. Burberry Umbrella

: 16. Orvis Wine Bag

Teepee 2. Reusable Giftwrap 3. Paul Smith Scarf 4. Liberty of London Tote 5. Baker’s Twine 6. Lem Lem Espadrilles 7. Kiel James Patrick Watch Strap 8. Pendleton Throw 9. Trapper Hats 10. Uncle Goose Blocks 11. Plaid Pants 12. Dumye Doll 13. L.L. Bean Sweater 14. Erin Fleet Pillow 15. Burberry Umbrella 16. Orvis Cabin Bottle Bag

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11/15/2016

Shape Up with Appliances

Design confession: the idea of relocating while my home hosts contractors for a never-to-be-determined amount of time is akin to being given livestock to make a meal. Shortcuts are an easy way to upgrade a look without the household upheaval. Simply add innovative appliances in your decor scheme. The product’s clean designs, available in current colors, will improve your life and add design interest.