Julie & Ev Launches Signature Linen Collection

Beautifully designed by Julie Paulino, our hand block printed linen collection is made to celebrate being together again.

Our Floret linen collection as seen here in Villa Mahal in the Turkish Riviera.

It’s been a long time coming and our Julie & Ev signature linen collection is finally available. Our hand block tablecloths, placemats, and napkins are printed on 100% cotton by artisans in Jaipur, India. With three different design styles that range from blue and white to pink and neutrals, Julie & Ev hand block print linen collection is sure to delight everyone around the table.

At the table is when we pass our values to our children, share with them our most valuable advice, and celebrate our joyous moments. This linen collection was made to celebrate amongst our loved ones and friends. Whether it is a promptus Sunday brunch, a formal dinner, or a solo dine-in at home, the designs of this Julie & Ev new linen collection is an appreciation of good life.

10Jan

Plan Your Jet-Setter’s Summer Dream: Think Florida

Saint-Tropez has been a famous jet-setters’ spot since the late 1950s. Names such as Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin were typical holidaymakers of the glorious black and white summer shots – and some were even residents. Nowadays, you’re more likely to spot celebrities such as Kate Moss, Elton John, Beyonce or even Leonardo DiCaprio in Saint-Tropez.

jet setter, Florida

09Jan

Biscuit Bedding: Things We Love

I would say that the ultimate luxury is to have a full night sleep, furthermore, to sleep in a bed with soft, luxurious, and beautiful bedding. I first learned about Biscuit bedding when I saw the chic bedding at AD just recently. I couldn’t help but love the brand’s modern take on the traditional. In 2012 Bailey McCarthy realized through her design work that there was a lack of heirloom quality bedding for her generation. She created Biscuit as a brand that would fill this space by designing and selling luxury bedding with fun designer prints, keeping the process rooted in the tradition of the south and manufactured in the USA.

Above, one of the bedrooms at Bailey McCarthy’s home, outfitted with Biscuit bedding. The home was designed by Miles Redd. Photo by Trevor Tondro via AD.

Two of Biscuit bedding print collection

04Jan

10 Designer Investment Pieces On Sale Now

Nothing better than a good designers sale, especially when it’s up to 70% off. Those fantastic sales provide us with the opportunities to snatch the complementary fashion pieces that make our wardrobes more interesting and personalized. I’m aware that paying over two grand for a coat is something not everyone can do, but if you are into buying one or two wardrobe staples as an investment, then this sale has a bunch of those for you to choose from. All these pieces fall into the classic category and are also chic.

This Valentino dress in its signature red has a 40% off. The pink heart print dress below has a 30% off.

02Jan

Inside Tory Burch’s Manhattan Office: Commercial Space Of The Week

Whenever I hear of one of Tory Burch’s Interior Design projects I know it’s going to be quite spectacular since her frequent collaborator is the uber-talented Architect and Interior Designer Daniel Romualdez. Tory Burch’s Manhattan office is as chic as it can be and it’s proof that office design can be personal and cozy while elegant as well. Tory’s office was designed with feng shui disciplines to bring harmony and positive flow to the workspace. “I work with a feng shui master,” Burch told AD.

Tory Burch sitting in her Manhattan office

28Dec

Puffer Puff: Puffer Coats To Keep You Warm

Winter has officially started as of December 21st. Not that it didn’t feel like it before, we’ve had our good measure of cold days, and even snow by now, but, yes the colder days are ahead of us. For those unbearable cold days, thank God for puffer coats. My husband is obsessed with them, my son is as well and I’m at last wishing for one. For the days that don’t call for tailored coats, there is the puffer coat. Either for heading to the slopes or for staying local, often all we want is the simple act of feeling warm and comfortable and a puffer jacket provides just that.

Puffer coats

This puffer jacket is even cooler in denim. Alexander Wang.

27Dec

10 Healthy Holiday Cookie Recipes

I’ve been really into cooking lately. Although I’m of course interested in cooking for taste, I’m more so into cooking for health, hence these healthy recipes of Holiday cookies. There is nothing better than making a regular cookie into something not only decadently tasty but also healthy. Since I’ve been gluten-free for health reasons for over eight years, way before it became fashionable, I’ve been forced to be creative and resourceful when it comes to gluten-free cooking. Luckily, nowadays more than ever, companies have gotten on board and are offering a lot of gluten-free products. However, not everything without gluten is necessarily healthy: it’s essential to look for the right ingredients in already available products. Or, often we are better off cooking at home. Once in a while, I’ll be sharing healthy recipes here, some of my own, and others from real professionals.

1- No-Bake Truffle Cookies

healthy cookie recipes

Enjoy these delicious soft cookies made of dried dates, cocoa, coconut, and reduced-fat peanut butter. “Dates are an ideal food for improved energy and brain function. They are a good source of vitamin A & B-complex, and they are rich in minerals such as iron, calcium, manganese, copper, and potassium. Dates are known to help build bone and muscle strength and have been used for thousands of years by athletes to improve physical endurance, agility, and stamina.” Medical Medium