Once summer has arrived full force in Austin, we don’t have much of a choice but to spend the majority of our time outside swimming. Be it at a natural swimming hole or a private pool, it’s an absolutely vital part of any summer get-together. That said, when I think of the ultimate in poolside… read more
10 Best :: Spring Things for the Kitchen
When it comes to seasonal style, it’s easy to overlook the kitchen, thinking of it only as the functional, practical workhorse of the house. While we’re not suggesting that you, say, change out your countertops every season, a few simple updates can bring the freshness of spring into your most utilized space. We’ve rounded up ten… read more
Bottoms Up :: The Bee’s Knees
I know, I know… so the critics aren’t loving it. But I went ahead and bought my pair of tickets for The Great Gatsby this weekend anyway! Much like Gatsby himself, when Baz Luhrmann invites you to a party, you show up. We may not know exactly what we’re getting ourselves into, but we can… read more
Tastemakers :: Scratch Baking Co.
It helps to know people. When I knew I’d be making an early springtime trip to Portland, Maine, I called my friend Rachel, a true gourmand who spends every summer there. She had a great list of advice and fantastic spots for me to try, including this tantalizing bit: “Scratch Baking Co., across the bridge… read more
The Perfect Bite :: Orange & Almond Biscotti
In my book, there’s only one thing better than coffee… and that’s coffee paired up with its most beloved cookie, the biscotti. As an out-and-proud coffee fiend, this twice-baked orange & almond biscotti has upped the ante in my morning mug meeting. It’s bright with orange zest and extra nutty with almond flour and slivered… read more
Pretty Simple :: Raise an Eyebrow
Ed. note: I realized recently that if I could only apply one article of makeup in the morning, it would be my eyebrow pencil. It instantly makes my features look more defined, and my eyes look more awake, even with a completely bare face. If you usually leave your brows untouched, get ready to be amazed… read more
My Life, Styled :: Sixties Swing
Have you all noticed the sixties influence in fashion this season? Everywhere you look there are oversized buttons, mod shifts, and cute peter pan collars, and there was no greater indication of the trend than this year’s Oscar red carpet scene. Anne Hathaway’s studded Miu Miu number and Naomi Watts’ Paco Rabonne-esque metallic stunner were… read more
Giveaway :: Kate Spade New York Getaway Bags!
Summertime is (practically) here, and I’m sure that I’m not the only one who’s doing a little warm-weather wardrobe planning. During the summer, I’m all about easy breezy shorts, linen tops, flat leather sandals and great tote bags that can hold running-around-town essentials as well as sunscreen, mags and beach towels for poolside lounging. And… read more
Tuesday Tastings :: Strawberry & Brie Salad
Last night, I went to an Austin Film Festival screening of Spinning Plates with my mom. It was a documentary about three wildly different restaurants, their incredible owners and the unexpected commonalities between them. Seriously one of my favorite films of the year, and I was amazed at how I took something different away from… read more
The Artist’s Studio :: Folk Fibers
Next up in our artists series is an extra special, behind-the-scenes look into the studio of Maura Ambrose of Folk Fibers. If you didn’t catch our first feature, we’ve partnered with MSN to peek into the creative lives of three super talented and very different artists, and today’s subject is no exception. After spending the day… read more
