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CLOSET FRUSTRATION

As you all probably know by now, my home was built in the 70's, and this was long before walk in closets were considered a necessity.  Actually in my house they were barely considered at all.  I've done some renovations to improve my storage, but there is never enough closet space. I really love my home but,  even if I dreamed up the perfect closet, there would be no place to put it in my home....I feel like this most days.

 

photo: apartment therapy

I found some images of my dream closets....

 

This could be a little too organized for me.  Domino Magazine.

 

This would be fantastic...that's probably the size of my living room.  photo-lastylistmom.com

 

Actually, mine looks a little like Nicole's--just smaller.  (get wooden hangers Nicole!)

photo-bostoncondoloft.com

 

Rachel Zoe in her closet---I imagine this is a tiny fraction of her wardrobe, love her purple dress.  

Hookedonhouses.net

 

This is my ultimate dream.  A dressing room with a big comfy sofa.  This would be perfect! Jenna Lyons dressing room--I think this was featured in Domino.  

Thanks for all of the recommendations for tailors in Dallas!  
 
 
 

 
 
 

FRIDAY

This picture by artist Isabelle Oziol de Pignol recently appeared on a french site. The article was about mothers that are proud of their daughters--it was very touching.  Thank You Isabelle! Here is a link to the article...

 

Don't forget--the site re-opens tonight at 9:00 pm central time.  Here is a pre-view.

Parting with one of my beloved CR lion belts! 

 

Quick question for Dallas readers--does anyone have a great alterations shop they can recommend?  
   
 

GUESS by MARCIANO EVENT

 

Join Jane and me Thursday, December 10th at the Guess by Marciano store in the Dallas Galleria from 6:30-8:30 for a cocktail reception and special shopping event.  A five dollar donation will allow a 20% discount for the evening, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Palliative Care Program at Cook Children's Medical Center.  For information call--972-385-3184.

Jane and I look forward to seeing you all there!!

 

MEETING UP IN PARIS

Jane and I had so much fun in Paris meeting up with fellow blogger Sarah Winchester.  Sarah was on her honeymoon with her husband Steve Curry, and Jane and I were honored that they chose to spend an evening with us during such a special time.  Sarah is a graphic artist living in Boston and has a great blog that covers fashion, home interiors, and lots of travel among other things.  Definitely go have a look.  Here is a photo of Jane, Sarah and me....

 

All of us love shoes!!!

 

This is an amazing photo of the Eiffel Tower taken by Sarah.....

 

Sarah also sent me these great photos she snapped while vintage shopping in Spain.  I think this coat and boots belong together.  

 

 

Looking forward to much more from Sarah's blog, thanks for sharing all the photos!  Here is a picture of me with Frances Fisher, Kiesha Whitaker, and one of the other moms from the ball found on Marie Claire's website.  Frances Fisher looked stunning!!

 

I wanted to thank everyone for shopping on the site.   It was more successful than I imagined.  Karen and I have decided to shut the site down and restock one more time before Christmas.  We will close the site Monday morning the 7th, and re-open with new items on Friday the 11th.  

 
 
 
 
  

MORE OF THE DEBS

Here are few pictures of the girls---

 

Sorry this is not such a great photo--we are all waiting (im)patiently for more pictures to be posted on line.

 

These are a few pictures that I took the day before the ball, when the girls were being photographed and doing all of their interviews.  They all looked so beautiful!  

 

 

Jane with Autumn Whitaker and Francesca Eastwood.
 

 

Below is a picture I took of Lady Kitty Spencer--niece of Princess Diana.  (and Jane)  She looks gorgeous!  The press was harsh on her.  Way to ruin a girls evening!  I saw her first thing Sunday morning without a stitch of make-up and she is truly beautiful!

 
 
 
 

  

Here I am with Keisha Whitaker

WE MADE IT HOME!!

We made it back to Dallas.  I arrived home to find my Christmas lights strung, and my tree up already!!  (thanks Todd)  Our trip was magical--truly an unforgettable experience.  I think I need a week just to re-cover.  This is a great shot that I took from the Presidential suite at the Crillon--Jane did some nice editing, it was kind of dark, but it really captures Paris.

I'm so happy that you all liked our Christmas offering on the site.  We have continued to add new things to replace the things that have sold.  Karen came in and shipped both Friday and Monday, so everything is on it's way.  There were a few things that double sold, and I will be issuing refunds first thing in the morning.  Thanks for all of your support!!

 

A FEW MORE PICTURES

Naomi from Elle Girl Japan sent Jane and me these photos from last night.  I'm pictured here with Carol and Maya, Naomi's daughter who is studying at the Sorbonne.

 

Here is Jane doing the final walk last night....

 

Adler Jewelry loaned me diamond and emerald earrings and brooch to go with my dress.  I was a bit nervous wearing such expensive pieces!  Thanks to the Adler family....here are pictures of the pieces.

 

 

 

Photo from Place de la Concorde--the Crillon is on the left.  So beautiful!
 
 
 

 

 

JUST A FEW PICTURES BEFORE I FALL ASLEEP

It's over...the ball was a stunning success, and Jane looked just beautiful.   I'm about to drop from the three days activities, but I wanted to share a few pictures from tonight....Jane will have a lot more later.

 

 

 

Taken from a iPhone.  Below is the program with cover art by Alber  Elbaz.

Very late here--good night! 

 

 
 

Here we go........