Valentine's Day Traditions
Valentine’s Day is such a wonderful time to show the ones you love how much they mean to you. One of our new family traditions is making heart shaped pancakes for breakfast. My son gets so excited to...
View ArticleLife is a one-of-a-kind design in process (Carolyn Pollack's Story)
I am a strong believer in serendipity. In my life, I have been fortunate to be faced with both obstacles and opportunities that have guided my journey in unexpected ways. As one of four children raised...
View ArticleHappy Valentine's Day!
Valentine’s Day is here! With a household of seven, we have a lot of celebrating to do. Our house is always full of love, but February is an extra special month for us all to reflect on the essence of...
View ArticleLife is a one-of-a-kind design in process
I am a strong believer in serendipity. In my life, I have been fortunate to be faced with both obstacles and opportunities that have guided my journey in unexpected ways. As one of four children raised...
View ArticleValentine's Day in the Big Apple 2014
Joe n I originally had plans to go to a couple's retreat to celebrate Valentine's Day, but the snow put a damper on that, so we went with plan B ....... the Big Apple, NYC! A little snow cud never stop...
View ArticleRed Hot!
We're seeing RED! Here's a peek at some of our favorite beauty picks to keep you Red Hot all month long.1. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 152. philosophy 3-piece bake shoppe collection3. Perfect Formula...
View ArticleRed Hot #2
Red Hot > 1. Dooney and Bourke Pebble Leather Domed Satchel 2. Isaac Mizrahi Live! Quilted Silicone Strap Watch3. Nomad Footwear Sundance Western Ankle Boots 4. Isaac Mizrahi Bridgehampton...
View ArticleChase the Winter Blues with philosophy’s Today's Special Value® super-size...
We are so glad to be joining you this February to offer these much-loved philosophy anti-aging products in our Today’s Special Value® system. It includes some of our favorite products, so we couldn't...
View ArticleLeopard Love!
We can't help but love leopard print recently! It's a great way to stand out from the crowd and give your style some edge. Tell us, how do you infuse leopard into your look? 1. Dennis Basso Faux Fur...
View ArticleCreating a Hairstyle for New York Fashion Week
I love New York Fashion Week. It gives the city such a fun energy and the shows are always so inspiring to see. This year, I styled the hair for the DANNIJO Fall/Winter 2014 Presentation. The theme of...
View ArticleMy Fashion Friend: Maria McCool, Hairstylist Extrodinaire!!!
Spring 2014 brings a whole new look on style. The best words I can use to describe it are neat, fresh and free. The hair should appear shapely and soft, beautiful but simple, loose but styled. This is...
View ArticleGluten-free No-bake Cookies from Chris Pryme
Recently, our good buddy Chris Pryme brought in a lock and lock containerFULL of delicious no-bake cookies. AND they were gluten free! She is such a love for doing that and I am so very grateful to...
View ArticleAre You Ready for Spring? Plus, What is “Perfect Jersey”?
I don’t know about you, but I am so ready for spring and warmer weather! And even though the temperature may not be rising for a few more weeks (hopefully!), we certainly want to get rid of all those...
View ArticleMy Fashion Friend: Maria McCool, Hairstylist Extraordinaire!!!
Fashion is not all about clothes...in my opinion, it is the "total package" - hair, make-up, jewelry, clothes and, of course, ATTITUDE! Today as we recognize our favorite "Fashion Friends", I wanted...
View ArticleOur Home Away From Home in Puerto Rico & Valentine's Day
There’s no doubt that I love a good tropical vacation, but escaping New York during this crazy winter is twice as nice! Goodbye 54 inches of snow. In the past year we have visited Puerto Rico three...
View ArticleHow Do You Choose the Foundation That's Really Right for You?
One of the most important considerations in looking your best is choosing the right color of foundation. It is something we should reconsider periodically, as times change, options change, and our skin...
View ArticlePepperoni Bread
Easy Pepperoni BreadServings: 8 Prep Time: 15 mins Bake Time: 20-25 minRecipe:8-12 dinner rolls dough2 tbsp melted butter½ tsp parsley flakes¼ tsp oregano¼ tsp seasoned salt4 oz of sliced pepperoni1...
View ArticleCelebrate Spring and Color!
It’s been four months since our last CP show!Wow, this has really been tough! You are such a part of my world, and keeping all of my new designs under wraps until now has been excruciating!! After...
View ArticleA Visit to the Southwest...and to the Heart of a TSV!
Gabby and I had been pondering where to go on vacation for months…Texas? Louisiana? Or our all-time favorite, Way out West??After a lot of thought we settled on New Mexico. We’d visited Colorado many...
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