Come To Mama

Headed to South Coast Plaza today to visit the Henri Bendel store. Just window shopping. Really. I am weakening… fast. Good luck today on this Friday the 13th!

philosophy NEW!

Love this time of year when philosophy jingles it’s way into the holiday season with new scents. Here’s a couple in the lineup and some seasonal favorites. We Wish You A Berry Christmas $18.24 QVC exclusive until Dec. at an intro price Pink Frosted Angel Wings $30 Philosophy’s shimmer lotions are truly lovely to wear. Find it at philosophy.com (above link). I looked at Sephora and Nordstrom last night and they did not have it. Holiday Cookbook $35 Take the… [Read More]

In Honor Of All Who Served And Walked The Line.

Thank you,for a life disrupted to keep us safe. WWIIAunt Mildred – WAC nurse – EuropeAunt Kathryn – WAV nurse – EuropeUncle Weegar – Army – EuropeUncle Royce – Air Force – EuropeUncle Alex – Navy – EuropeUncle Dick – Air Force – South Pacific & EuropeUncle Bill – ArmyUncle Carm – Army – Europe & Saudi ArabiaDad Art – Air Force – StatesideUncle Jack – NavyPapa Hal – Air Force – EuropeMom Jeana – USO – Los AngelesAunt Lorraine… [Read More]

When One Small Classic Croc Apparently Isn’t Nearly Enough

When did the classic subtleties of this… morph into this… to ultimately become this… An 8 croc orgy of highly ostentatious style and taste. Yours, for a feeding frenzy on the wallet at $165.Criky!

Kate Spade Sample Sale TODAY!!

Please find a good home for her so I don’t have to. I am weakening… fast. Westbury Drawstring Opus $395  $199 ($5 shipping)

Terivs Tumblers and Scout Bags Team Up!

Totable Tumblers are here! Tervis Tumblers (my fav glass du jour, filled to the brim with ice every du jour) has been paired up with Scout totes. The insulated tumblers are pink patterned on the outside and green patterned on the inside. If you click on to the site you’ll be able to see a close up that I wasn’t able to upload. Now the only question is… Large Tumbler Tote ($75)or Small Tumbler Tote($35) Love them both!

“All That Glitters… should be MINE!”

“Kate is out there, and I’m lovin’ it!” Gold Coast MaryAnn Why?Because I live on the Gold Coast of CA (well, inland a little, but just a tad) and I have a niece named Marianne. Pink Sparkly Shoes Why?Puhleese. An obvious trick question! Single Ball Earrings Why?Time Square’s got nothing on these babies!Happy New Year! Disco Fever Link Bracelet Why? A sparkly cuff. My true love.I cannot, should not, will not resist! What things do you have that make you… [Read More]

Let There Be Light!

Because it’s dark earlier I want more accent lighting around the house to cozy up the casa. I love the way this photo is accessorized with the pairing of the heavier tartan on the clear lamp base. The weight of the fabric pattern is made lighter by the variegated roses and white book jacket with red lettering. The white back drop is perfect. So fresh.Williams~Sonoma Home. I have been obsessing over these for weeks.I want to gaze into them to… [Read More]

Serving Up Some Thanksgiving Music

Because I am an ardent fan of most music genres (I draw the line at heavy metal) I am starting to think about what tunes I will be serving for Thanksgiving. I’ve put together some samples for you to taste. When guests arrive I like to have something upbeat and a sound they might be familiar with so I’m beginning with Vince Guaraldi. We all know Vince’s sound. To me, he is synonymous with autumn and Charlie Brown.I am playing… [Read More]

Sugar Daddy Ken

The Real Mattel Deal. Part of the Palm Beach Barbie in~crowd. West Highland Terrier included. The official name of the doll is Sugar’s Daddy Ken. Sugar, being the terrier but people are calling him “Sugar Daddy Ken.”There is also another controversy.Some think Ken is clearly a Palm Springs Ken.I concur. Naturally, Ken would not be seen without seasonal accoutrements ~ swim trucks, non-glare broad spectrum UV blocking shades, sandals, SPF 30 sunscreen and designer bottled artesian water. Surprisingly, there is… [Read More]