Lanvin, Pre Fall 2012
February 17th, 2012 — Dress Up
HUSBAND with Style: David Beckham
February 17th, 2012 — The Husband
Happily Ever After….
February 16th, 2012 — Valentine's Day, Video
Must Download: Steve Tyrell “I’ll Take Romance”
February 16th, 2012 — Music
The first time I heard this was at a Steve Tyrell’s concert at The Carlyle in New York and after just hearing 4 live songs I was sold on “I’ll Take Romance.” This new album is a music love story featuring Steve Tyrell covering classic American love songs. If you love the tunes I spin on my website than this album is absolutely for you! Perfect for playing in your kitchen on a cold Winter’s day to warm up your home with a traditional take on romantic standards.$9.99 on iTunes - Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
Sweet Treats: Momofuku Cake Truffles
February 15th, 2012 — Food, Gifts, Things I Love
One of my favorite discoveries of the year is Momofuku Milk Bar’s Cake Truffles. They are little bits of bite size heaven that melt in your mouth. My favorite flavors are Birthday Cake (Rainbow cake crumbles with Sprinkles) and Apple Pie (Cheesecake filling with Apple compote and Pie Crumbles). If your not in walking distance to one of their locations in Manhatten they are worth every penny to ship and or make excellent gifts! $3.00 for 3 pack or $16.00 for a box of 12.
Sweet Treat: Babycakes Donuts
February 15th, 2012 — Food, Gifts, Things I Love
Ever since Babycakes opened on Larchmont I have discovered and fallen in love with Babycakes Donuts! It’s like discovering a healthy sugary treat, which every women can appreciate! BabyCakes bakery is dedicated to creating high quality, vegan, mostly organic and gluten free confections. You can take comfort in the fact that they never use refined sugar in their baking process. Most of their desserts are sweetened with agave nectar and a low-glycemic syrup. So splurge all you want without the guilt! - Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
Song of The Day:
February 15th, 2012 — Music
Happy Valentine’s Day
February 14th, 2012 — Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day: Super Soft Sugar Cookies
February 13th, 2012 — Cooking, Valentine's Day
Linen Aprons
February 13th, 2012 — Cooking, Domestic Goddess
This apron is just as beautiful hanging on a hook in the kitchen as it is on the chef. Svenskt Tenn’s own textiles are printed by hand, primarily in Sweden. They are made from one hundred percent linen of the highest quality.
Children’s Custom Stationary
February 8th, 2012 — Arts and Crafts, Domestic Goddess, Gifts, Kids, Stationary
If your a parent who finds it extremely difficult to part ways with your children’s art work here’s a creative way to save it. Whether it’s your child’s wobbly handwriting or a darling drawing (Jigsaw Graphics can work with most images) this is fantastic idea for personalized thank-you notes. All you need to do is scan or photograph the artwork and email it and they letterpress your child’s designs. Allow 3-5 weeks for creation and delivery. The size of these note cards is 5.5″ x 4.25.” 30 Cards for $79.00.
Sh*t Fashion Girls Say….
February 8th, 2012 — Dress Up, Video
WIFE with Style: Kate Moss
February 8th, 2012 — WIFE with Style
Giambattista Valli Couture, Spring 2012
February 6th, 2012 — Dress Up
WIFE with Style: Gwyneth Paltrow
February 6th, 2012 — WIFE with Style
Valentines Day Treats: Lace Body Suits
February 6th, 2012 — Dress Up, Sex, Valentine's Day
La Perla Lace and Mesh Bodysuit, $355.00
Stella McCartney Florence Acting Strech Mesh Bodysuit, $135.00
La Perla Vintage Embroidered Mesh Body Suit, $495.00
Carine Gilson Lace Mask, $455.00
All Available on Net-a-porter.Com
10 Tips for THE WIFE: Cleaning and Storing Winter Furs
February 6th, 2012 — Cleaning, Dress Up, Tips
A fur coat is no impulse purchase. It is also not a wash and wear garment that you can clean quickly at the neighborhood dry cleaner. Fur coats are decadent and expensive luxury fabrics that have specific instructions for their meticulous cleaning and maintenance regimen. For fur coat connoisseurs who wish to clean their suitably stylish coats, use these tips to rid your coat from dust and grime and restore your fur to its original soft and fluffy texture.
- Clean your fur coat once a year. Perfumes, perspiration and spilled liquids can damage fur, so plan to clean your fur pieces annually. Before you store your fur in a temperature-controlled environment, have it cleaned and repaired.
- Never use sprays or cleaning fluids on your fur. Have them professionally cleaned each year to insure many years of enjoyment.
- Find a professional furrier with a cleaning service. Not all furriers are alike. Some furriers create an in-house cleaning facility that cleans furs onsite. Others may send their furs coats off to an independent company that specializes in cleaning and glazing. Ask your furrier to explain their cleaning process in detail to select the best vendor to clean your fur coats.
- Understand the fur cleaning and conditioning process. Unlike wool, silk or cloth, which is cleaned by immersion, the abrasion method is used to clean fur. The furrier prepares a drum filled with sawdust and a chemical solution. The fur technician places the fur coat into the drum. The garment is tumbled repeatedly to remove all dirt, oils and odors. A glazing solution is then applied to the fur to add sheen and restore the soft and fluffy texture
- Determine if your fur coat requires special services. Light-colored and white furs require special attention. Ermines, foxes, white minks and chinchillas may yellow due to sunlight. Your furrier will add a special whitening agent to restore the fur back to its original color.
- If your fur gets wet, shake it out and hang it to dry in a well-ventilated room. Keep it away from direct heater or radiator, which can cause both fur and leather to dry out. After it is dry, shake it again. Most furs will take some rain and snow far better than wool or either a winter coat will. If the fur is soaked through, however take it immediately to your fur retailer for proper treatment. Never brush or rub away the excess water.
- Always hang your fur on a broad-shouldered hanger never on a wire hanger. Give your fur enough room in the closet so the fur is not crushed. Avoid leaving a fur hanging in a bright place. The light can cause the fur to oxidize or change color.
- Never store your fur in a plastic bag where air cannot circulate. Furs like to breathe. Plastic prevents air from circulating and can dry out the leather when traveling, store your fur in a cloth garment bag provided by your furrier.
- Never attempt to mothproof a fur yourself. Home treatments are no substitute for professional cleaning and storage.
- Try not to rub the fur with handbags as it can cause wear spots. Never pin jewelry on your fur. Also avoid spraying perfume or hairspray onto your fur. - Taryn Cox for THE WIFE/eHow.Com
Ted Turner’s Voluntary Initiatives:
February 2nd, 2012 — Advice, Article, Tips
Ted Turner has conquered the business world. Now he wants to help save the world. Watch as he shares a list of voluntary initiatives he believes would help conserve valuable natural resources and restore peace and harmony to earth. Be inspired to make a difference!
These are the Ten Voluntary Initiatives as shared by Ted on Oprah’s Master Class on OWN :
- I promise to care for planet earth and all living things thereon, especially my fellow human beings.
- I promise to treat all persons everywhere with dignity, respect, and friendliness.
- I promise to have no more than one or two children.
- I promise to use my best efforts to help save what is left of our natural world in its undisturbed state and to restore degraded areas.
- I promise to use as little of our nonrenewable resources as possible.
- I promise to minimize my use of toxic chemicals, pesticides, and other poisons and encourage others to do the same.
- I promise to contribute to those less fortunate, to help them become self-sufficient and to enjoy the benefits of a decent life, including clean air and water, adequate food, health care, housing, education, and individual rights.
- I reject the use of force, in particular military force, and I support the United Nations arbitration of international disputes.
- I support the total elimination of all nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons and ultimately the elimination of all weapons of mass destruction.
- I support the United Nations in its efforts to improve the condition of the planet.
WIFE with Style: Lily Aldridge
February 1st, 2012 — WIFE with Style
Must Download: “Midnight in Paris” Soundtrack
February 1st, 2012 — Music
“Midnight in Paris” is a film about a young man’s great love for Paris in the 1920’s. Woody Allen’s soundtrack to this romantic film set in the city of love is absolutely marvelous! This album is perfect for dinner parties, cooking in the kitchen and making your house feel like a home! - Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
Ladies Who Lunch: Cafe Gratitude
January 31st, 2012 — Resturants
Cafe Gratitude has become one of my favorite stomping grounds for lunches with friends. Terrifying as it might sound their food is 100% organic vegan specializing in gourmet raw and cooked cuisines, but don’t let that scare you away. Some of my favorite dishes include “I am Ecstatic” (Miso Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts)”I am Fortified” (Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables) and “I am Transformed” (Vegan Tacos). All of their cafes create gourmet dishes with organic produce from their very own farm in Vacaville, California (Be Love Farm). Cafe Gratitude honors the earth, promotes consciousness and sustainability for both our well being. I suggest arriving with patience as parking can be a headache and the wait for a table can be quite lengthy!- Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
Cafe Gratitude 639 North Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, California 90004 323 580 6383Chanel Couture, Spring 2012
January 30th, 2012 — Dress Up
Song of The Day:
January 30th, 2012 — Music
WIFE with Style: Michelle Obama
January 30th, 2012 — WIFE with Style
The Husband: Style Inspiration
January 24th, 2012 — The Husband
Images: Mr. Douglas Booth for MrPorter.Com
Quote of The Day:
January 23rd, 2012 — Advice, Quotes
“My mother told me that if you have a choice between being respected and being loved, Always choose being respected. Because if you someone respects you love may come, but if they love you without respect it will go.” - Governor Chris Christie on Oprah’s Next Chapter
Lady Like Inspiration
January 23rd, 2012 — Domestic Goddess, Etiquette, Tips
Chloe, Pre Fall 2012
January 20th, 2012 — Dress Up
THE WIFE’s Make Out Playlist, Vol. 3
January 19th, 2012 — Music, Sex
- The Black Keys - Howlin’ For You
- Charles Bradley & Menahan Street Band - The World
- Charles Bradley & Menahan Street Band - How Long
- The Black Keys - When The Lights Go Out
- The Black Keys - Next Girl
- Charles Bradley & Menahan Street Band - In You (I Found Love)
- Amy Winehouse - Some Unholy War
- The XX - Intro
- Bedouin Soundclash - Brutal Hearts
- Arcade Fire -Roccoco
- Grizzly Bear - Foreground
- The Middle East - Blood
- Radiohead - House of Cards
- The XX - Shelter
- Arcade Fire - Haiti
- Radiohead - Bullet Proof… I Wish I Was
- The XX -Fantasy
Must Download: Givers “In Light”
January 17th, 2012 — Music
I’m recently OBBSESSED with the band Givers. The best way to describe them would be if the best parts of Vampire Weekend and GroupLove made a baby! Every song on their album “In Light” from begging to end packs fantastic energy with a multitude of instruments. It’s hard to choose a favorite song, but if I had to it would be “Atlantic” since it leaves me feeling like I’ve just been on a Caribbean holiday. Givers so positively full of life and this album is the perfect reminder that Spring is just around the corner! iTunes $9.90 - Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
