The Evolution of the Daily Connoisseur (and How I Spend My Days)
The Daily Connoisseur is constantly evolving and many of you have noticed that the videos are playing a starring role in the content of the blog. This is completely intentional. I love doing the videos...
View ArticleKeep Classical Music Alive
I listen to it while making breakfast in the morning, and while cleaning the kitchen at night...I listen to it when I drive...I listen to it when I write...And it's on in the background when I...
View ArticleLosing the Baby Weight & Breast Cancer Awareness
This has been a heavily requested topic... losing the baby weight.I have many thoughts on the subject that all fall in line with my general philosophy on life (quelle surprise!).Of course I am not...
View Article3 Essential Slips for Your Undergarment Wardrobe
Undergarments truly are the foundation of great style and slips are no exception. Up until recently, slips have taken a dive in popularity. I know I used to think of them as unnecessary and...
View ArticleHow to Deal with Intimidating Situations (and Other News)
Before we begin, I want to extend my prayers and love to everyone affected by Hurricane Sandy. May you and your loved ones stay safe...How to Deal With Intimidating SituationsYou are equal to any...
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Neuma Blow Dry Lotion, Pinca Pendants, Red Cross & More
Going into the weekend I have several things to share with you... so here we go!Neuma Blow Dry LotionAlways on the lookout to achieve the perfect at home blow dry for my hair, I recently tried out...
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Lessons from Madame Chic is Out Today
I am so happy to announce that Lessons from Madame Chic: 20 Stylish Secrets I Learned While Living in Paris is finally out today in North America and the UK! As many of you know this book has had quite...
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Major Giveaway & My KCAL News Interview
Thank you all for your warm reception of Lessons from Madame Chic! It's been a wonderful week for me. Tuesday morning after I voted, I walked over to the Santa Monica Barnes & Noble and bought a...
View ArticleTen-Item Wardrobe: Getting Started
One of the topics I get asked the most about from Lessons from Madame Chic is the Ten-Item Wardrobe. So many of us are used to having dozens, if not hundreds, of garments hanging in our wardrobe. The...
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My KCAL9 Interview (video) and The Vivant
KCAL9Yesterday I appeared on the KCAL 9 news at noon to discuss the Ten-Item Wardrobe from Lessons from Madame Chic. I had a great time shooting the segment and hope to go back one day (as I told the...
View ArticleMy Ten-Item Wardrobe for Fall/ Winter 2012
Last week we discussed how to get started with your ten-item wardrobe, as described in Lessons from Madame Chic. Today I am going to show you my own ten-item wardrobe. Items shown in the video:Black...
View ArticleMy Ten-Item Wardrobe: Extras
Wow! Thank you all for your great response to the last two Ten-Item Wardrobe posts and videos. This clearly is a topic that resonates with a lot of people. It is one of the biggest lifestyle changes I...
View ArticleLook Presentable Always
Looking presentable always. A concept that may seem obvious to many people, but is something I think we as a society desperately need to discuss. Looking presentable on a daily basis may initially seem...
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Special Guest Post: Biz Etiquette by Cassie Piasecki
Fellow blogger and etiquette aficionado Cassie Piasecki has recently released her handy etiquette guide for small business owners and freelancers called BizEtiquette. I asked Cassie to write a guest...
View ArticleSugared Fruit Centerpiece
Every holiday season I love to create this elegant centerpiece of sugared fruit. When displayed in a footed bowl or on a tiered cake stand, this inexpensive centerpiece looks grand and opulent. You...
View ArticleChic, Budget-friendly Christmas Ornaments
It can be very tempting to go overboard and spend a fortune on holiday decorations... but really there is no need. You can create your own natural, chic decorations at home. Each year I like to create...
View ArticleChic Gift Wrap for the Holidays
This past weekend I went to see the Los Angeles Ballet perform the Nutcracker at UCLA's Royce Hall. It was a magical production. I've seen the Nutcracker several times but this year's performance was...
View ArticleHow Not to Overindulge Over the Holidays
Before this post begins I have a few very special announcements:♥ I am going to be a regular contributing writer for Huffington Post Style! It's a major honor for me to be aligned with such a...
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Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas! I will be taking a short winter break from the blog but look forward to discussing my favorite topics with you when I get back. Thank you for all of your messages and requests. I read...
View ArticleHappy New Year! (and News)
Happy New Year! Bonne année!I will officially be back to blogging next week but I wanted to wish you a very happy new year. I hope this year brings peace, good health and prosperity to you and your...
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