Happy Monday + No. 11 Pour Elle!

Happy Monday! I hope you enjoyed a fantastic weekend. The weather turned and went back to its end of winter temps but it's par for the course. We had an amazingly warm week which allowed me to attend a concert by the Montreal Symphony, dinner at a new restaurant and the opening of an upscale accessories boutique, No.11 Pour Elle.

A nod to London's exclusive No.11 Boutique Hotel, the shop offers haute bikinis, diaphanous cover-ups, gorgeous bustiers, lacy underpinnings and exclusive fragrances. I was thrilled to discover that they carry lines such as Kiki De Montparnasse, Penhaligon's perfume ( I've worn Quercus for years) and Aqua de Coco swimwear.

I encourage you to drop by and pick up something fantastic for the boudoir, you won't be disappointed. Some of the lingerie can also be worn out at night, as a sexy alternative.

The highlight if my evening was meeting a fun group of ladies, including Carrie from les Zurbaines, Patricia Gajo of Fashion Magazine, and their fabulous posse.

The weather allowed me to bravely wear my new flowered pajama pants which were wildly popular with the ladies.

Wishing you a wonderful week! Bisou Bisou!

A Ladylike Trend

 

I must say that I'm really enjoying the feminine trends these days. Nails neatly painted, cocktails rings galore and lots of skirts and dresses. After living in jeans for a good solid five years, it's refreshing to see women dressing up again. Perhaps it's thanks to  the Mad Men influence? In any case, I love it!

( images via French Frosting, Crush Cul de Sac, Girl in the city)

Birks Sterling Silver Bracelet Collection

I am absolutely delighted to have been invited by Birks to create a post about their gorgeous sterling silver bracelet collection as I have been a loyal fan and client of this prestigious jewelry store for years. These gems are the perfect accessory to match light summer dresses or bright and colorful outfits. I am particularly fond of the Birks Seaside Collection, made with delicate fresh water pearls that evoke happy childhood memories of vacations by the sea.

 

In the mood for pink? How about an Orient Watch USA Giveaway?

Given my love of the color pink, and to brighten a fall weekend (the days are really getting shorter, we could all use some cheering up!) I will be giving away a stunning pink watch offered by Orient Watch USA. 

 

To participate, simply become a follower of this blog, follow me on Twitter & leave a comment. For additional entries, please post the giveaway on your Twitter and Facebook. 

The winner will be selected in 2 weeks. 

{By the way, they have several other lovely models in case you are looking to complete some advance holiday shopping!

(YFHAB001H or CDBAA003A}

Here's to all the pink lovers! Good luck and have a lovely, joyful and fantastic weekend!

“Pink is the color of romance and a friend tells me that the girl with the pink dress at the party is the one who is selected for each dance” -Alfred Carl Hottes

(images via We heart it, Vogue Japan, Fffffound, Bardot in Blue, Jonathan Adler,   Sensational Colours)

Miu Miu and candy jewelry

I really love what Miu Miu has been doing lately and this resort collection is no exception! Wow! Those apple print pants and necklaces are pretty funky! The accessories are fun & playful with a 70s vibe...

If you like food inspired jewelry, I've just discovered these 

sellers on Etsy, fun and totally inexpensive! So please excuse me while I go shopping for a few cupcake necklaces...

http://www.etsy.com/shop/isewcute:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Candychick:

Giveaway: This & That Axesoir + J'Adore New York!!

I am thrilled to announce that This & That Axesoir is partnering with my novel, J'Adore New York, for its most recent ad campaign! My books will be available in their gorgeous stores and there will also be some book signing events in a couple of weeks....In the meantime, I will be giving away one free copy of my novel as well as a stunning This & That Axesoir cocktail ring to two luck winners! Simply leave a comment about their most recent collection + become a follower!!

Heart Shaped Love

Wow! That heart shaped necklace makes my own heart sing!

Harper’s Bazaar Russia via Fashion Gone Rogue)

Louis Vuitton: a fairy tale look

I really liked the femininity of the looks in this show. This one in particular caught my eye.

(via style.com)

Flowered accessories

Spring is in the air today! Wow, what a day! Enjoy more lovely flowered prints from here.  That Kate Spade necklace in the last picture is simply gorgeous.

Dreamy pieces from Vivre

I came across these dreamy pieces on Vivre yesterday, wow, makes me want to go back on vacation!! Their true blue selection is drool worthy, and is in tune with a popular color for spring.