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boutique hotel picks – royal hotel san remo – sanremo, italy

I can usually tell it’s time to plan my annual vacation, when all I can think about is, romantic destinations and the luxury accommodations that should go with it, especially for those of us over 40. I mean I’ve done my share of hostels in my youth, budget properties throughout my thirties. But now I seek luxury and romance, with an attached bathroom to my suite.

In light of this fact, I have included my favorite property in Sanremo, Italy. A place I never considered vacationing until I saw the place in the film, The Talented Mr. Ripley.  So, I’ll let the photos do the talking and if you need to know more about the property, click here:

buying what i don’t need but want

Occasionally, I splurge on things, even though I tell myself to stay true to simple living. I can’t help it, I am a woman after all and the need to shop, eat chocolate, pamper my self as well as appreciation the finer things in life is part of my make up. So,  I put splurge happily and very carefully.

This month, being my favorite, I have decided to shop and perhaps splurge on:

Abundance of Flowers

Leather Jacket which reminds me of my 20s

An Espresso machine

A quality digital camera – not too heavy of course

 

five months of 2013 – goodbye may, hello june

I swear I was just toasting in 2013 and now all of a sudden it’s June. What in the world is going on? Has it always been like this. Where time flies, no matter if you are having fun or not.

May was a busy month for me and one, although long, felt like it passed by in a flash.  I’m okay with that, because May really isn’t my favorite month of the year, June is .

Instead of looking back to what I have accomplished  in the month of May, I am going to, through photos, express what lays ahead for me in June:  Looking forward has always been my motto.

Wearing this dress for an outdoor high school graduation party for a nephew

Bathroom Project: Tiffany inspired decor

My gown for The Great Gatsby themed 50 year wedding anniversary gala

Birthday getaway to Las Vegas, only because I have to

Variety of Cupcake indulgances for my birthday

1. Graduation party dress from here
2. Bathroom inspiration from here
3. Anniversary Formal attire from here
4. Birthday destination idea from here
5. Birthday Cake from here

boutique hotel pick – grand hotel quisisana – capri, italy

While travelling through Italy, I always make a point to take a ferry to the island of Capri. In my opinion, one of the most beautiful exotic destinations on this planet.  The charm and elegance of the island is a simple reminder of classic Hollywood. Don’t ask why, but the moment I step foot off the ferry, I feel as though I am back in the 1950s.

To celebrate my love and appreciation of this amazing romantic destination, I have included one of my favorite hotels - Grand Hotel Quisisana :  Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend.

 

designer sandals for the woman over 40 – summer 2013

There are so many sandals to consider while putting an outfit together, especially this Summer season. There is a color and pattern for every style and some, although gorgeous are not designed for the practical woman over 40. I tend to stay fashionable each season, by choosing pieces which work with body type and age. Here are some of my favorites:

Valentino Leather-trimmed Chantily Lace espandrilles 495USD

Pierre Hardy Canvas and Leather Sandals 595USD

Pierre Hardy Leather and Suede Wedge sandals 775USD

Marni Patent-leather Sandals 738USD

Christian Louboutin Puglia 100 striped canvas espadrille slingback 595USD

Marc by Marc Jacobs Color-Block suede and leather sandals 298USD

happy mother’s day 2013

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boutique hotel pick – le boutique hotel – bordeaux, france

Okay, vacation planning is in full swing for me, so while I search for new accommodations to try out, I stumbled upon this wonderful place in one of my favorite places in the world. Bordeaux, France.

So, if you happen to be a wine connoisseur like myself, you’d appreciate the location of Le Boutique Hotel in Bordeaux or if you happen to be just looking for a romantic getaway that works too.

Have a great weekend!

things that need a double take

Have you ever passed by something which caught your interest and then took another look, but this time in utter admiration or appreciation or longing? Where here’s what will do for it for

Any view of the Eiffel Tower while in Paris

A writer’s nook in Victorian homes in San Francisco

My family’s countryside home in France

A perfectly decor-ed hotel room

All puppies

White chantily lace

Creative wedding cakes

 

boutique hotel pick – casa angelia – amalfi coast, italy

Now that vacation planning is in full swing and perhaps even late in getting some great deals, I decided it’s time to talk boutique hotel picks.

Every year, I imagine a romantic getaway and although I stick to Paris as my safe haven, I can’t help but think of exotic coastal retreats to spend a romantic week.

One place, which I’ve frequented quite often in my lifetime is the Amalfi Coast and with it, I have fallen in love with many properties to spend six nights/seven days. For that thought and of course a romantic destination recommend, I suggest Casa Angelia.