Beauty Rest

Because exploring Mother Nature in high heels and a red gown can be oh-so tiring...

To see more red dress photographs go to Red Dress.

Red Dress

I have had this vision in my head for some time now... 

Bare winter trees and a long red dress in the middle of the forest... It was finally going to happen!

The search for the perfect gown began but it was quite unsuccessful. Nothing matched what I had envisioned.

So... I decided to dust off my sewing machine and make my own red dress!
It took two days, six yards of fabric and a lot of improvising! No forms or patterns, just a mannequin and pins.

The dress was here! And my vision became a reality on one chilly Sunday afternoon.
We even had light snow falling down..

Model: Aleksandra | Dress by me ;-) | Shoes: Zara | Hair & Makeup by me

Merry Christmas!

May your Christmas and every day ahead

sparkle with happiness 

and new surprises!

Have a Very Merry Christmas! 

CHRISTMAS 2014 | CHRISTMAS 2013 | CHRISTMAS 2012

Turning Two!

Oh boy, oh boy! Where did the time go?!

I still remember awaiting Jack's arrival, nervous as we were getting too close to Christmas. 

He must have liked the coziness of the womb because he had no desire to come out ;-)

We finally got to meet him two years ago on December 20th!

The Best Christmas gift!

He is the sweetest little man!
He loves anything blue, blue cars, blue trucks, Thomas The Train,
his airplanes PJs, and hats! It is amazing how he keeps it on everywhere he goes.
And of course, he loves his big sister, Samantha =)

Here's a quick look back at his second year...

Oh, how I wish they could stay this cute forever! 

Charlotte Tilbury Makeup Event at Jacqueline Cicala Beauty Atelier | Morristown | New Jersey

How often do you get to hear skincare and makeup secrets from the beauty experts of the world-class celebrity makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury?

Last week I got the chance to join an exclusive event at Jacqueline Cicala Beauty Bridal Atelier

and explore this luxurious beauty brand available exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman
 in New York City. 

Danielle and Tommy went over each product they used to create a few of 

Charlotte's signature looks, and they answered every question we had.

I must admit I fell in love!
You know what's on my wish list this year ;-)

If you would like to join Jackie's next Charlotte Tilbury beauty class, 

be sure to follow her Facebook page for future announcements. 

Here are a few images from the event and a couple before and after photos.

Sparkle & Shine

The holiday season is here!
Let's celebrate with some sparkle and shine!

Parties, dinners, or a night out on the town with your BFF... these gorgeous cocktail dresses
will  make you look and feel fabulous.

You can never go wrong with sequins, lace or metallics. 

All the looks are available on Viva La Jewels site or her Instagram
Hair and Makeup by Blowout in Morristown, NJ
Models: Jianna & Aleksandra

A Special Thank You to Jackie who let us use her courtyard for this shoot!

Hay

As the cooler days are approaching
I like looking back at the days we were able to wear shorts
 and stay outside till the dusk.

Last month we enjoyed the last of warm weather with a visit to Alstede Farms in Chester.
The kids had a ball playing in the hay
 and climbing the enormous hay pyramid.

Jacqueline Cicala Beauty Bridal Atelier

Located at 14 Pine Street in Morristown, New Jersey,
this exclusive, by-appointment-only, bridal atelier is Jackie's latest creation.

It provides a wide array of bridal and special event styling services
in preparation for the big day.

Nothing says fabulous better than a glass of chilled champagne
as you enter this elegant and inviting space.
Sit back and relax while you indulge in
all the pampering.

Join Jackie for an open house on Sunday, October 18th 
from 2pm till 6pm.

Apple Picking

We had such a beautiful September this year!
The weather was perfect to do some fun fall activities like apple picking
at a local farm!

Because apples taste so much better when you pick them yourself ;-)

~ Sun High Orchard ~

Southampton

While vacationing in The Hamptons last month, we took a little break from the beach

 and visited Southampton for a quick bite to eat. 

We enjoyed walking the tree-lined streets of the Village of Southampton, filled with fabulous boutiques, 

art galleries, and outdoor eateries. 

What a charming place...