Travel & Kinship
Recently, I was reflecting on my travels to Europe during the summer of 1996. I had just passed the New York Bar and wanted to explore for the summer before…
Reflections on an Evening with Andrew McCarthy
Recently, I attended “An Evening with Andrew McCarthy” at the Rialto Theater in Westfield, New Jersey. As a Westfield native, Andrew added this event as part of his book tour…
My Valentine’s Day Gift
For the past few months, I’ve been on the lookout for a new luxury wallet. It’s been a minute since my last luxury wallet purchase over a decade ago –…
Red-dy to Wear – The Red Gucci GG Marmont
I can go crazy if I’m let loose in the clearance section at Target. But, when it comes to high ticket items, I put a great deal of thought into…
Embracing Styling Over Sizing
During the pandemic. many of us, present company included, put on weight. While thankfully, I didn’t get COVID per se, my “COVID-19” weight gain remains. For the past two years,…
Reflections and Observations on 2020
I can confidently say that 2020 has left an indelible impression upon most, if not all of us. Whether directly impacted by the pandemic in the worst possible way, by…
Subtle Customization Details – Spotlight on American Eagle Outfitters
One of the ways in which retailers are engaging customers is through offering customization options for standard products, so that customers can add a little something to make them their…
Destination DESTEFASHIONCOLLECTION: 1 to 8
With the unprecedented pace of life and work, seeking out sources of inspiration proves both necessary and healthy – regardless of one’s industry. That said, those of us who work…
32 Pistachios
2018 presented me with some new and interesting health challenges. In particular, going through severe abdominal pain and a ridiculous amount of bloating, led me to urgent care followed by…
Embracing Ourselves as Works-in-Progress
Aside from a select few stable geniuses, who perceive themselves as infallible, even the most intelligent among us, are mere works-in-progress. As we go about this daily journey we call…