I am unapologetically and completely infatuated with where I live. Long Island is one of the few places where you can truly have the best of both worlds; you can go from New York City to the beach, to countryside back to beach all in one day. We have everything here: Vineyards, farm stands, bustlin…

I first saw Amanda Bertoncini few years ago on the hit Bravo show Long Island Princesses. As someone who grew up on Long Island, it was so fun to watch all of our local spots showcased as she and the ladies brought the drama. Recently I met Amanda at a Muses event in NYC and I was excited to have t…

It can be a daunting task when you are setting out to start your own business. Between creating an aesthetic for your brand to setting up a price point and figuring out who your target customer is, it can get stressful quickly. I know this because I went through it first hand when I was running my …

One of my absolute favorite things to do is search for new local shops ( Both of the brick and mortar variety and web based.) There is something special about finding a small business that you love...You know everything is being created with purpose and an artisanal quality, and you know you are he…

I first found the Muses app while I was perusing my Instagram feed. I saw a simple ad and was intrigued. It advertised a networking app that appeared to cater to female influencers ( Although, I have come across male influencers on the app as well.) There was a focus on empowerment and the importan…

You might be wondering why a guest fashion writer and professional Image Consultant is writing about perfection. This is a topic that is close to my heart and influences my business daily. Women and mothers come to me to update their look, their wardrobe or their hair; however, the undertone to som…

Making the decision to be home with my children was complex. When I think about it now, I don't think I ever envisioned myself not being home with them, but my desire to contribute monetarily in our household and also to create has always been something that has kept me dipping one foot back in…

Every once in a while Instagram's algorithm tosses you a truly amazing find. One day, while scrolling, I stumbled upon an account for a small company boasting amazing looking t-shirts. Right away I could tell that the quality of the fabric looked amazing and the designs were adorable- a combin…