It’s Christmas week and I have yet to decorate the tree, hang the stockings, and wrap the gifts. This year has completely escaped me and unlike last year where I had Christmas up in October, I’m feeling behind schedule, to…
That breakfast nook is so quaint and fun, I want to sip my coffee out of striped coffee mugs and munch on warm, flaky croissants, all day long. That bright red wallpaper is such an unexpected color for the kitchen…
I stumbled across this beautiful home in Architectural Digest France and found it, in all of its gilded glory, quite fitting for the city of light. Designed by the Lebanese designer, Chahan Minassian, who is known to design opulent homes…
I absolutely love the fact that this apartment only has two bedrooms and still packs a punch of style. Not to mention, it would be a fabulous to recreate on a budget. For example, the rug and living room pillows…
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that this gorgeous home is the home of an interior designer and that it also happens to be in Paris. The over-sized art, the wood-burning fireplace and that neutral color palette make this apartment…
I’m not sure if I prefer the outdoor space or the interior of this home more! The owner of the home wanted the basis of the color palette to be greige, a combination of grey and beige, and from there…
This space was inspired by the central train station near this home. With it’s white walls, iron, elongated windows and multiple clocks, the owners wanted to mimic an open, public space with Bauhaus influences. The wooden furniture, and shades of…
This charming home in Madrid just so happens to be of the fabulous designer, Carolina Herrera. It’s feminine, yet relaxed, and the pink hues almost go unnoticeable against the neutral space. I’m loving that kitchen. It’s imperfections, painted cabinets, tablecloths…
Last week I was invited to a blogger dinner at Presidio. I quickly took a peek at their menu, as I usually do before I head out to a new restaurant. I had already mentally bookmarked a few of the…
This stunning space was given an entirely new life by interior designer, Lourdes Calvo. Clean lines and tranquil hues fill the home and allow the vintage pieces, the light and the art work to blend harmoniously. I absolutely love all…
This stunning home, full of golden hues, mirrored furniture, and elegant touches just happens to be of the jewelry designer behind, Luby & Lemerald. Where mustard yellow can look outdated and dull, it brightens up these rooms and adds an…
I wish there were more than five photos of this gorgeous home- this space is stunning! It’s simple with organic touches, natural hides, large artwork and neutral colors. This is cabin-living at it’s best. This home is surrounded by trees,…
I’m not generally drawn to primary colors, especially in my home, but this loft in Madrid made me reconsider everything I’ve thought about interiors up to this point. This space takes color to a whole new level. Colors I never…
This L.A. home is so fun and combines some of my favorite things: chinoiserie, ginger lamps, foo dogs, lucite and the list goes on. It’s an explosion of color on a backdrop of black and white and I’m loving it!…
I genuinely think about going for a monochromatic interior. It seems so calming and soothing without being stark or sterile. After seeing this home, it only reinforced my obsession with white floors and a minimal color-palette. This home has a…
In the thick of planning a trip for a client to Italy, I always get so excited to experience some of my favorite destinations, all over again, through their eyes. It also happens to be one of my favorite destinations for a solo trip; a surrender to the senses, to la bellezza in all its forms. The Italians just do it right. Mentally revisiting some of my favorite spots in this itinerary, including an idyllic stay in Porto Santo Stefano.
One of the more relaxing weekends I’ve had in a long time. A reminder that they shouldn’t be so sporadic and few in between. As I slowly ease into the new year, and in an effort to return to the joy of writing, there’s a new post on welcoming 2024 - how I’m planning on filling my cup this month, what I’m looking forward to and more simply put, a monthly check-in with myself and with all of you. x
I’ve been holding on to our wedding photos like a secret note in my pocket I just wasn’t ready to share quite yet. I wanted to hold on to the feeling a bit longer, before the moment felt fleeting.
After endless months of planning, weekly budgeting and saving, all the stress, our wedding day was a beautiful coming together of cultures, traditions and worlds. We were showered with love from near and far and we never lost sight of what this day was truly about – celebrating our unexpected love story. A story we will continue to celebrate.
Sharing with you today a small and intimate look at one of the happiest moments of our life together. I really do feel so very lucky to call this man my husband.
Thank you to @nicolettazarifi for capturing our special day on film and to @feelyourfilms for bringing them to life in a video we’ll cherish forever.
Wedding posts live on www.nomadluxuries.com x
I spent the last week back in Chicago after two long years and while I crammed in way too much in 10 short days, I left feeling recharged and at peace...
I got to spend time with my mom and stepdad, even though it`s always too short and too fast; rented my apartment to a lovely couple; saw friends I haven`t seen in years and hit up most of my favorite spots including eating an excessive amount of Chipotle. Chicago weather behaved for us and even put on a fabulous Fall show, my favorite time of year.
And while I know the reasons why I chose to leave Chicago, it doesn`t mean that it`s not still a very important part of my life and of who I am. It seems, sometimes you need to leave home to truly find yourself. I was able to share all these amazing moments, in my (other) city, in our other home, with my husband, family and friends. I know how blessed I am and I never take this life I`ve built for granted.
A small ode to my other city, sweet home Chicago!
Actual footage of me on ☁️ nine. Post-marital bliss in full effect
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Proud to have been able to pen this piece for @hello_going as @airserbia rolls out their first direct flights between Serbia`s capital city of Belgrade and the "Windy City" - and my hometown of Chicago -after a 30-year hiatus.
While this article is meant to act as a comprehensive guide to flying Air Serbia; it is also a nod to Air Serbia’s long history and authentic culture and cuisine making it an affordable and competitive option when looking to hop the pond.
Finally got around to writing the first - of many - posts on Morocco while taking gardening tips from the beautiful Le Jardin Secret - a lush, green oasis in the heart of the medina in Marrakech. #mangogirls
