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Christmas Day Brunch With Vietri

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One of my absolute favorite holiday traditions is my family’s Christmas Day brunch.  Right after the presents have been opened, but before we settle in for the inevitable mid day nap we gather together, pajamas still on, and brunch.  And this year will be extra special because I’ve had a little help from VIETRI.  For over 30 years VIETRI has been bringing handcrafted tableware and decor straight from Italy and in to our homes.  And this year I fell in major love with their Rosso Vecchio Dot collection.

The Rosso red is the perfect red, which means it can translate well past the Christmas season (think Fourth of July and summer BBQ’s), and pairs perfectly with their classic Bellezza Holiday accent plates and reindeer bowls.  I completed the table with VIETRI’s classic pewter flatware, my favorite linens from the Shop, and more food than any one family can eat and voila.   The table couldn’t get any more festive.

And because we want to help make your holiday table just as merry we’re giving away 6 of VIETRI’s Santa canape plates (pictured above with Williams Sonoma’s chocolate peppermint bark croissants).  Later this week I’ll also be sharing how I made the fabby wreath chandelier and the recipe for my goat cheese and spinach quiche.  Now that’s how I like to kick December off.  Merry merry Loves.  truly, MKR

P.S.  Big, big congrats to Ellie the winner of our Studio Ten 25 giveaway.

Concept & Styling…Mandy Kellogg Rye, Waiting On Martha
Tabletop…VIETRI Rosso Vecchio Dot c/o  ||  VIETRI Bellezza Holiday c/o  ||  VIETRI classic pewter flatware c/o  ||  VIETRI champagne flutes c/o  ||  Pomegranate placemats and napkins  ||  Crate & Barrel glassware  ||  Pottery Barn candlesticks and candles  ||  Waiting On Martha twig taper candles  ||  Waiting On Martha mint julep cups used as vases large and small
PhotographGray Malin
ClothingMarigot pajamas  ||  Calypso St. Barth cashmere sweater c/o  ||  Warby Parker glasses

This post was sponsored by VIETRI, however my opinion and love of VIETRI brand is 100% my own.

The legal mumbo jumbo...this giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents and will run through Sunday the 8th with our winner announced Monday the 9th.  We’ll be running this all through Rafflecopter (below) which allows you to earn points for each item completed with a simple click of the button.  The more points you earn the more likely you are to win (and remember you probably already have entry points if you’re a regular reader of the blog).

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Valentine's Day…The Lust List

Filed Under > Noted By

Though I do believe Valentine’s Day is a “Hallmark Holiday” that doesn’t mean I don’t milk it for every gift receiving opportunity it brings.  So Anthony if you’re listening, which I’m sure you are, here is my Valentine’s Day Lust List (#4 being my favorite)!  To everyone else, I hope Cupid brings you everything your little heart desires, xoxo.

 

  1. Rebecca Minkoff Becky Jacket, Available in 10 fabulous colors, though the pink is my favorite.
  2. Tory Burch Skilk Heart ScarfON SALE NOW!
  3. Tarina Tarantino “Tilt-A-Whirl” Pink Elephant Drop Earrings
  4. Charlotte Olympia Masako Silk Satin Pumps.  There are no words to describe how much I love these…impractical? maybe, but oh so gorgeous!
  5. Michael Kors Gia Clutch in Fuchsia Leather with Embossed Ostrich Print, the perfect clutch and the perfect color!
  6. Max & Chloe Pink Jasper Drop Pendant Necklace
  7. Incanto Royale Champagne Quartz and Pink Sapphire Drop 18k Gold Earrings
  8. Suzan Fellman Drop Cloth Chair...this was love at first sight.  I’m thinking two of these in my office would be perfection!
  9. Juicy Couture Color Block Dress

Day to Night Denim

The Perfect jeans to carry me throughout my day
Filed Under > #OOTD (Outfit of the Day)

I’m an absolute lover of denim.  Recently though, I noticed I tend to only wear two types of denim. Denim that is comfortable, and functional enough to get me through my day…read boyfriend jeans.  And denim that is more on the formal, and on the tighter side, for a night out on the town.  The problem is my hectic schedule doesn’t always allow me to run home and change. So this past week I set out to add a few new jeans to my wardrobe that would carry me easily from day to night.

I of course gravitated towards a brand I’ve been wearing for over a decade now; 7 for all mankind.  I find their jeans always fit me just right, and last forever.  Plus they have the largest variety of styles, and for this particular shopping trip finding a new style outside my comfort zone was key.

I tried on numerous shapes, sizes and styles, but ultimately went with the Ali cropped jeans with a frayed raw edge. I knew if I wanted this jean to truly take me from am to pm I’d have to go with a crop that way I wouldn’t need to worry about the height of heel I would have to wear.

I also chose a lighter shade of denim thinking how this light color would look great with my favorite sneakers, as well as dressed up with my favorite heels.  Plus with spring right around the corner I liked the lighter, not so serious feeling it gave me.  

And the raw edge.  Well that’s just a little bit of flare and my favorite part.  When initially seeing such a dramatic frayed edge as this you might not think it wouldn’t pair well with a more formal look, but it’s that unexpected touch that I feel makes it perfect for a more dressed up look. I mean how fun is all the fraying paired with my favorite ruffled pink mules?!

Lastly, the Ali is super comfortable.  The denim is worn in and soft to the touch, plus they’re a high rise fit which is all I’m wearing right now.  So over the low rise, all about the high rise.

All in all, I’m thrilled with the outcome and haven’t taken these babies off in at least a week!  Truly, MKR

 


 

 

Photography, Kathryn McCrary | This post is sponsored by 7 for all mankind.  A brand I love and adore.  All opinions are 100% my own.

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