There are lots of reasons why I’ve been counting down to summer’s arrival, but at the top of the list was the anticipation of sharing today’s feature with you all. Not only are Jordan and Chris Fronk a super stylish couple, but they’re also two of the most fun loving people I know… so it’s… read more
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Monochromatic Monday :: Connect the Dots
Isn’t it funny how one season, a certain look can hold zero appeal…then the next it suddenly feels so right? (I can remember thinking that I’d never be caught dead in skinny jeans – ha!) Chanel and I were recently discussing how we once thought we’d never wear polka dots, and now they seem to be, quite… read more
Entertaining With :: Kendra Scott
When it comes to bright, show-stopping jewelry, Kendra Scott is our go-to girl… and since she happens to be Austin-based, we’re proud to be able to call her one of our most fashionable friends. There’s no question that Kendra knows a thing or two about putting together a killer outfit, but what you may not know… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Spring in the Garden
Can you all believe Easter is this weekend? It feels like this month’s just flown by, but if you’ve been reading you know that we’re more than ready for spring! Last Friday we featured 10 of our favorite spring-inspired table settings, and ever since, I’ve been consumed with sunny, outdoor entertaining… so what better way… read more
10 Best :: Springtime Tables
Has anyone had the pleasure of enjoying a leisurely, sun-soaked outdoor meal yet? I have to admit, though there are countless things I love about spring, I most look forward to relaxed backyard meals and opting for “outdoor” instead of “in” at the hostess podium. The weather is a bit murky today, but I’m still… read more
Farm-to-Table Wedding
I love a potluck dinner party as much as the next girl, but would I ever consider it for my wedding? Most likely, no. Then again, if I happened to be a celebrated chef with a posse of fellow foodies and artisans for friends, I might be singing a different tune. Shannon Cook is a… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Bold Blooms
As a pattern-loving child of the eighties and a Southern girl named after my great-grandmother, Rose, I think it’s safe to say that florals are in my DNA. I insisted on clinging to my Laura Ashley “Bramble” bedding all the way through college (and trust me when I say, that was not cool at the… read more
A Cheese Tasting Party… at épicerie
Remember back in September when we rounded up our 10 favorite cheese plates? Well our love for cheese is still going strong, and our commitment to our all-time favorite dish unfaltering. So when the owners of one of our favorite dining spots in town came knocking on our door with the idea to host a… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Sunny Side Up
It’s the day after the first SXSW weekend, and I doubt I’m the only one who woke up craving eggs benedict followed by a long workout to sweat out all those margaritas. My panel on creating video for the web was yesterday morning – thanks so much to all of you who came out for… read more
Entertaining With :: Holli & Moses Thompson
Chelsea here, with a very special Entertaining with… all the way from the Virginia countryside. Two weeks ago I was welcomed into Holli and Moses Thompson’s fascinating historical home to photograph recipes and ingredients for Holli’s business, Nutritional Style. During my stay, in between snapping delicious food photos for her website, we captured a profile of their signature entertaining style as… read more
