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Monthly Archives: November 2015

Amicale Cashmere and Give-A-Way

Are you looking for stylish gifts at below wholesale prices?  How about the softest most amazing cashmere from a third generation Cashmere family business?  The same cashmere items that are sold at Neiman Marcus, Saks, Nordstrom, and Bloomingdales, just to name a few.  Amicale Cashmere is having its annual sample sale and the selection, pricing and quality is fabulous. The sale runs from December 2-December 4 from 9am-6pm (5pm on Friday).  See below for all the details.  See you there!!!


Amicale is offering to give a gorgeous cashmere throw to one lucky reader.  Please 1) leave a comment below or on our  FACEBOOK PAGE and 2) follow AMICALE CASHMERE on Facebook.  The winner will be announced on December 4th.

Thanksgiving Round Up

I loved seeing all the photos of everyone celebrating Thanksgiving around the country.  Near and Far here is my recap of a great day spent with family and friends! 

Black Friday Shopping

I always think of Black Friday as a day not only to get good deals but to buy something special that you normally would not at full price.  Most stores are having deals all day and most through the weekend.  Saks, Vineyard Vines, Zara, Calypso, BCBG, Nordstrom, Intermix, Net-A-Porter, Barneys and so many more are offering discounts on most purchases.  So while you are checking off the gifts on your list, why not pick up a little something for yourself.  Perhaps a new fur accessory?  Maybe one that you had your eye on but could not pull the trigger?  After seeing one of our readers in the photo below on Thanksgiving, I know what I need…how chic does she look in this faux fur vest on Thanksgiving Day?  Happy Shopping!!!!

Black Friday Shopping

Zandra Rhodes outerwear
saksfifthavenue.com

Zara brown vest
zara.com

Chicwish long vest
chicwish.com

Fake fur coat
shein.com

Red coat
shein.com

Cape coat
$43 – shein.com

Brown vest
amazon.com

Pink cape
suzannah.com

Eugenia Kim beret hat
calypsostbarth.com

Fur earmuff
joie.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors scarve
$72 – theoutnet.com

Jocelyn glove
intermixonline.com

Vincent pradier
athleta.gap.com

Vincent Pradier grey beanie
athleta.gap.com

The Best and Cheesiest Artichoke Dip

Last week I interviewed my friend and stylist extraordinaire, Cricket Burns about her amazing shopping site Cricket’s Crush,  She discussed her Holiday traditions, Christmas wish list, and her favorite go-to party recipe, tried and true Artichoke Dip.  I search the internet and found the most amazing, cheesiest, most delicious Artichoke Dip recipe for you to make over and over again.  Enjoy!!

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adapted from all recipes


2 cans artichoke hearts
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dried parsley




Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Drain artichokes, pull apart and place in a 1qt casserole dish
Mix together the mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and mayonnaise.  Pour into the casserole dish and mix well with the artichoke hearts.  Sprinkle the parsley on top.
Bake for 40 minutes, or until the dip is brown on top.



Last Minute Thanksgiving Needs

With only two days left until Thanksgiving, perhaps you still need to do a little sprucing to prepare for your guests.  If so, then Target is the place for you.  They have some great choices to quickly enhance your home decor, without breaking the bank.  So when you need to run out for that last minute stick of butter or can of pumpkin, swing by Target and check out some of their new selections.  See you there!!!

Last Minute Thanksgiving  Decorating Tips

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Yesterday, at the last minute, my mom, my girls, my friend Maura and her two girls and my daughter’ friend from school went to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.  My mom had not been for years and was really excited to see it again.  Needless to say, the show never disappoints.  It was so beautiful and the Rockettes were as amazing as ever.  One of our favorite parts was the beautiful nativity.  What a great way to get into the Christmas spirit.  For buy one get one free tickets, click HERE.

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