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A great way to go with a trend is to find small-scale designers, dressmakers and tailors. That’s the spirit that made me a regular customer of Carla Dawn Behrle ...

Anita Sarko visits MILLY & EARL, a new shop in Williamsburg.

The Miami Beach Convention Center transformed into a shopping mecca, all to benefit Jody's Couture for the Cancer Cure.

If you are still stuck for that perfect and VERY special Mother’s Day gift ...

Anita Sarko visits the fabulous A. TUREN boutique on Stanton St.

A Private Trunk Show featuring Glamourpuss NYC, Jessica Grant Handbags, ZIA Couture, Jules Reid, and Alexandra Moosally.

Mothers and children flocked to Industria Studios to view the new collection of Bonnie Young.

Jamee visits the hottest new destination in LA: Santa Monica Place.

Anita Sarko introduces us to MZIA BEKURAIDZE, the force behind the ZIA COUTURE label.

Jamee Gregory takes advantage of the beautiful fall weather and heads to SoHo.

The state of Main Street in East Hampton, Long Island.

Ellin Saltzman rejoices over the return of Madison Avenue.

A perfect day spent with the fabulously turned out Susan Blond.

Snapshots from Fashion Week and the Spring 2012 Collections by Jill Lynne.

A trunk show at the Mansion at Turtle Creek down in Dallas for Marin Hopper.

Anita Sarko covers Norman Ambrose, "a young turk designer from California who's worked with Versace and Bottega Venetta concentrating on old school luxury."

“Powerful You in the Workplace” at the New York Carlisle and Per Se Showroom.

Over 40 women filled the Carlisle Showroom in Greenwich, CT to hear from a dynamic duo.

Women in all walks of life shop at Carlisle/Per Se, but perhaps none are better served than businesswomen.

Three Generous Stores:
MacKenzie-Childs in Southampton, Christopher Fischer in East Hampton and the Gail Schoentag Gallery, in Sag Harbor, Kickoff Festive in Flip Flops
The American Cancer Society’s Inaugural Summer Bash

It's all about “Core Dressing” at Carlisle.

Well in advance of the fall season, women have been meeting with their style consultants to “pull together” their wardrobes.

Attention all shoppers! Tucked away on a lovely Upper East Side side street is JULIE COLLECTION.

"The French perfume makers of the twentieth century developed scents for different neighborhoods in Paris; now it’s my turn to do it for New York," Laurice Rahmé, founder of Bond No. 9.

A spirited evening at the Carlisle and Per Se penthouse before a crowd of questioning women and a few men curious for insight into her ideas.

Anita recalls her time in the sandbox while exploring ETCETERA GIFTS.

“We really don’t follow trends. We believe in investing in classic clothing pieces that never go out of style.”

There are furniture stores and there are furniture stores… and then there is DONZELLA 20th CENTURY GALLERY.

Going to a salon for a simple wash and blow dry is so last season. If you are going to spend the time and money to go to a top salon then go ALL out.

“Think pink and the world is rosy-red.”

A salon fireside chat with CNBC's Michelle Caruso-Cabrera interviewing board director and thought-leader Lucy P. Marcus.

Animal Fair celebrated its 11th Annual Paws for Style Benefit party and runway show.

Carlisle creates the looks for actress Alexis Fedor.

Jewelry Designer Nikki Sedacca will feature a novel twist in her signature Wirework, when she showcases her new collection at the Jeweler's Circular Keystone Las Vegas jewelry show, June 3rd through June 6th.

An illustrated presentation featuring the heads of Scully & Scully’s interior design team:
Jonathan Tait and Rebecca Nielsen.

Alexandra Lebenthal speaks about The Recessionistas at the Carlisle Showroom in Greenwich.

On Thursday, June 2nd the ladies of Westport, Connecticut will descend upon the J.McLaughlin boutique on Post Road to share in a book signing and luncheon in honor of Jamee Gregory’s latest creation New York Parties Private Views.

A night of shopping and cocktails in honor of Molly Sims and her jewelry line, Grayce by Molly Sims.

Carlisle and Per Se Collections and What2WearWhere.com hosted some of the city’s most influential businesswomen.

Carlisle hosted a benefit luncheon and fashion show for the Red Cross of Greenwich.

A day of sample sales to keep a girl happy.

Searching for the perfect baby party dress.

Transitioning your wardrobe from one season to another is always a project.

If anyone ever tells you that you’re wasting your time loving fashion, here is a handy tale to throw back at the haters.

If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em. What we going to be wearing this summer in the city, country and Hamptons?

A group of stylish preschool mothers joined forces for an evening of fashion at the Carlisle Showroom in Greenwich, CT.

When it comes to killer T-shirts, you can never have too many. Especially when for a good cause.

“I have a closetful of clothes, yet I have nothing to wear” panic. Who needs that? Clothing should make you feel good, not insecure ...

I went to see Viva at the Carlisle Collection to see the new line for the season and found a wonderfully versatile selection.

Anita travels to Carlisle create a “core.”

Jill Lynne recalls fashion week, now just a distant memory.

All through history, wedding gifts have been given to the engaged couple. Originally the presents were symbols of fidelity, fertility and prosperity or tokens that acknowledged and confirmed an arranged marriage.

The women behind Greenwich Hospital's Great Chefs event gathered at the Greenwich, CT Carlisle showroom for a fashion luncheon.

Gillian Miniter and daughter Serena visit the Carlisle and Per Se Showroom to see the new spring fashions.

The Heart Truth brought the Red Dress to life on the runway at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, with the debut of the Red Dress Collection 2011.

Blizzards ahoy! Too much snow in the forecast! We crave a sunny January Palm Beach escape, observing many changes in town.

Uh oh, time for an intervention. And that is when I discovered Bamjamz!

NYA BLUE and NYA GREEN are twin shops nestled along the W. Village/Meatpacking District border.

Women who have made New Year’s resolutions to look effortlessly stylish and “put together” throughout 2011 will be pleased to know ...

Thinking about warm sunny days thanks to Carlisle and Per Se's Spring 2011 collection.

I felt like I had time-traveled to another era when I stepped into the studio of couture designer Maggie Norris.

A birthday party for Dr. Fran Gare at New York’s Carlisle and Per Se penthouse showroom.

J. McLaughlin opened a new store in Westport with a special visit from Santa Claus ...

A reception at Scully & Scully to celebrate the international best-selling cookbook and entertaining guide, Park Avenue Potluck CELEBRATIONS.

Diana Quasha visits the Carlisle and Per Se collections and accessorizes her favorite looks with jewelry from her Empress Duchess & Tart "Shameless baubles" collection.

Douglas Hannant and Frederick Anderson hosted a holiday celebration and introduced friends to the Jewelry Collection.

The fantastic auction items from the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) Visionaries 2010! Gala.

What could be better than making a private appointment with an extremely knowledgeable and personable consultant, choosing between an amazing selection of clothing, all accomplished in a comfortably plush atmosphere?

J.McLaughlin hosted a holiday fashion show and book signing at the New Canaan Library with “preppy guru” Lisa Birnbach.

Viva Bhogaita, a wardrobe consultant for the Carlisle and Per Se collections, has had several other lives ...

When iving in NYC there is ALWAYS a little treasure just waiting to be unearthed. Which brings us to THE MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN ...

Tessa Balfour actually is many things, with “bright” being just the beginning.

The Women’s Presidents Organization of New Jersey hosted an evening of fun, fashion and French wine in the Carlisle/Per Se Showroom on East 52nd Street.

The Carlisle Collection's showroom in Greenwich, CT brought together design savvy mother and daughters to select and model their favorite looks from the latest Carlisle and Per Se holiday collections.

Redefining camel as modern with an edge: a look desired by young woman playing with what "chic" means for the first time, and also by baby boomers who are cooler than ever.

Who could turn down the opportunity to be “dressed” by a professional consultant?? Certainly not Sian and Lesley ...

Priya Scroggins is intent on freeing women from the tyranny of BEACHWEAR! And don’t we all know about that, Ladies?

Bergdorf Goodman honored the gorgeous new installation by the Italian textile editeur, Dedar. While LEVIEV honored Evelyn Lauder and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Famous collectors of Herend porcelain include Emperor Akihito of Japan, Queen Elisabeth II, Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI, Princess Diana, Paul Newman, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Celine Dion.

The perfect backdrop for a week in London.

A bouquet of “Texas roses” gathered at the Carlisle and Per Se Collections’ showroom in Dallas to honor the late flame-haired beauty, and modeling industry tour de force, Kim Dawson.

In case you missed it: J. McLaughlin's new boutique opening and Gilan and Maggie Norris Couture's salute to the Couture Council of The Museum at FIT.

Glamorous premier of "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" at New York’s Ziegfeld Theatre

Time dress, make-up and comb my hair before heading down to Oscar’s 6:00 PM show on Park Avenue and 63rd in the former Christian Science church.

Rewind: On September 9 at 9: 00 PM Richie Rich, ex Club Kid and late of Heatherette, debuted his first OMO collection

Carolina Herrera’s spring 2011 fashion show marked my first visit to Lincoln Center’s tents. Felt like a regular in time for Dennis Basso.

From Wall Street to SoHo, to Meatpacking, to the Upper East Side, the streets were mobbed with designers, celebrities, the fashion set, tourists, the young and hip, the old(er) and fabulous – all celebrating Fashion’s Night Out ...

Anita Sarko gets quite the learning experience at The Carlisle Collection ...

“Colors are wonderful and glamorizing – but they must be used with care. Even the prettiest color, if you wear it every day, will lose its effect. Color needs change.”

Libby Fitzgerald arrived primped and polished for her nine o’clock appointment with her Carlisle/Per Se Wardrobe Consultant Viva Bhogaita.

The scene last week at LaRok Luxe’s Taco Tuesday.

Out in the Hamptons, there were all kinds of things going on, and around New York Housewives’ Sonja Tremont-Morgan.

With autumn around the corner, the big question returns: what to wear! We asked our pals at the Per Se Collection how they saw the Fall trends are shaping up ...

Celebrity party guru, Lara Shriftman hosted a bevy of South Florida's tastemakers for a day of beauty, shopping, gifting and relaxation ...

Meanwhile in Atlanta, fashion for Fall 2010 was heating up where there was a reception and viewing hosted by four women for the Carlisle Collection.

Award winning jewelry designer Tom Castor to make a weekend appearance at Optional Art • Nikki Sedacca in Edgartown.

Up in Greenwich, Carlisle/Per Se held a fashion show of the new fall fashions for the benefit of the YWCA of Greenwich and the Liberation Programs' Families in Recovery Program.

Luxury stationer, Bernard Maisner, is proud to offer a stunningly beautiful four-color engraved Elegant Elephant Collection.

QVC Style Initiative held a dinner at the home of Dennis Basso and Michael Cominotto in Water Mill.

Luxury Italian menswear brand Isaia hosted their now annual summer soiree.

Alex Palmer is one busy woman who knows how to make other busy women look glamorous quickly and easily ...

We keep sheep in a meadow, horses in a barn, cows in a pasture, pigs in a pen, dogs in a kennel. But, when your animals come from Scully & Scully, you can keep them anywhere.

Refinery29's five-year anniversary; Hamptons Social Series at Lily Pond; A beautiful day for a fashion launch in L.A.

Indulge your senses with beautiful jewels in a summer island paradise.

Designer Jill Stuart premiered her Pre-Spring 2011 Collection atop her Philip Johnson-designed Tribeca Penthouse.

Wrinkle fillers are a proactive way to address the early signs of aging as well as to take years off your face. Fillers are not just for wrinkles anymore; in fact, we can combine multiple fillers for a dramatic beautifying effect.

The World Premiere of a new fragrance from Yves St. Laurent called “Belle D’Opium.”

How often do we get a chance to show Dad how wonderful he is? Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity and Scully & Scully, the Park Avenue specialty store, can help.

What2WearWhere.com and Calypso St. Barth held a Summer Shopping Soiree this past Saturday at Calypso St. Barth in East Hampton.

You're invited to see Christopher James Wilson’s works in person at his first solo show, 'In Your Face.'

Come join the cast of Royal Pains today and bring a “gently used” summer shirt to exchange for a $50 gift card redeemable at any Lacoste boutique.

Louis Vuitton opens a Peter Marino-designed "maison" on Bond Street in London and throws a smashing launch party and dinner.

Michelle Marie recently teamed up with Terri Lindvall for an art show at The National Arts Club, titled "Select Works."

A visit to the Greenwich Connecticut showroom of the Carlisle Collection. A perfect party.

The first anniversary of Teddy Share Bears at the East Side Social Club.

There’s a method to every non-linear thought and every colorful expression uttered by the indescribable CHRISTOPHE de MENIL ...

You are invited! Douglas Hannant will be having his Fall 2010 trunk show at The Plaza from May 17 through May 22.

We asked some of the people and places that appear on NYSD Shopping Diary for tips on what to give, what to do, even what to wear ...

Over 80 vintage sellers came together for the Manhattan Vintage Show. Every vendor had something distinctive and spectacular to offer!

60,000 white tulips are blooming, in honor of the Fund for Park Avenue’s 30th Anniversary ...

Leave it to Bergdorf Goodman to come up with the most creative and fun new trend in handbags ...

Peonies, with their grand ruffled blossoms, are one of the most beloved flowers of spring – guaranteed to please on Mother’s Day!

Birthday Girl Kick Kennedy and What2WearWhere.com
Kick off Project Green Chic.

Doubles transformed itself into a chic Shopping Boutique last week.

Better get yourself to midtown for a 24-hour Shopping Party where Zac Posen clothes for Target will be on sale starting at 11pm (Thursday, April 15) thru 11pm (Friday, April 16th).

The adorable Teddy Share Bear who helps FEED malnourished children has a night out in Manhattan.

CHRISTOPHER 19 is a very cool little shop in the West Village that you could miss if you blinked. So ... don’t blink.

As a New Yorker, the idea of driving up and parking seems a luxury!

There is a treasure trove of Easter gifts ready to be discovered on Park Avenue.

Get yourself down to the Metropolitan Pavilion asap. Hermes is having a Spring Sample Sale. And so is Stark Carpets ...

Scully & Scully hosted their semi-annual Bridal Registry Event, a day dedicated especially to engaged couples and their parents.

I headed over to Saks Fifth Avenue for their In Good Taste event to benefit City Harvest.

I got a nice reminder via an invitation to Clarins Spring 2010 Skincare Preview ...

Time for a visit to Palm Beach, an escape from the winter blues!

ARISE magazine sponsored the third African Collective of Fall 2010 New York Fashion Week.

Oscar de la Renta’s fall 2010 collection was a beautifully orchestrated stream of dazzling dresses, suits, coats and gowns ...

Carolina Herrera’s fall 2010 was an ode to the sophisticated and self-confident.

A good first look at the power babes behind DESIGN AZ ...

Kate Moss and Longchamp hosted a party for over 700 guests at The Ritz Club in Paris ...

This week, Sara Claire & Esther launched their premier line of “Vintage Reimagined“ men’s ties.

Last month was the first Christmas for Across Forever Home on the island of Mustique ...

Diane Von Furstenberg opened up her Meatpacking boutique to toast Stephanie Winston Wolkoff.

It is certainly not difficult to love NEW LONDON LUXE or, quite frankly, be WOWED by it ...

The Neue Gallerie and the Humane Society hosted an evening of art, cocktails, and shopping ...

Scully & Scully is the only Park Avenue store in continuous operation since 1934 with the cozy romance and glamour of the well designed home.

Have you ever wondered who invented the down parka? How about mirrored sunglasses? Or even the turtleneck sweater? Well, someone had to, right?

It’s the most wonderful time of the year ... Sample Sale Season! We’ve got the list ...

What could be more fun than a weekend in Connecticut visiting your daughter and son-in-law?

Cocktails to celebrate of Arthur and Co.'s new fall/winter collection ...

Charm & Chain celebrated their first anniversary with a cocktail party at Paris Commune ...

The launch of Same Sky Bracelets; much, much more than a fashion statement.

Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale with Champagne and Cookies & Cocktails, Canapes, & Holiday Shopping at the J.Crew Men’s Shop in Soho ...

Do not judge this shop by its window. BIG mistake!

Animal Fair's 9th Annual Howloween Costume Party to benefit the Humane Society of New York ...

It really SHOULD have been just another store entrance ...

Saks Fifth Avenue launched the 2009 KEY TO THE CURE campaign ...

Jeanne Lawrence, living in Shanghai found the perfect shopping guide in that great city, and a shopping they did go.

I love Bergdorf’s windows. As a once upon a time retailer myself, I know the value of The Window ...

Stuart Weitzman made a special guest appearance at Bergdorf's 5F to celebrate his fall shoe collection ...

Around the town, it's all about the shoes these days ...

As Fashion Week Spring 2010 came to an end: The Tommy Hilfiger Global Flagship Store on Fifth Avenue officially opened.

Michael Kors’ had some surprises up his sleeve for spring!

A gloomy fall day was brightened by Oscar de la Renta’s spring 2010 show ...

Fashion Week for spring 2010 began for me on this beautiful fall Monday with Carolina Herrera’s show ...

The supreme beauty of CALLALILAI's offerings is that, despite their appearance, they may be luscious, but PRICEY they are not ...

New York Fashion Week is almost here. If you can’t decide which stores to visit first, here are some of our favorite picks ...

Last night we were on the prowl for some (Fall) inspiration, and headed to the accessory mecca, Henri Bendel ...

If you are thinking about doing some “Back to school shopping,” “Back from the Hamptons shopping,” “End of summer shopping,” or “Summer isn’t over yet shopping” – we’ve got some amazing sale options for you ...

The secret to her long success? Primarily, it’s been due to her artistry with SCRAP METAL: Aluminum to be exact ...

Blair Sabol gives us her take on this year’s Best Dressed List ...

There’s an interesting trend of family members coming together professionally from previously separate directions and interests ...

Are women really trading in their sky-high heels for more “practical” flats? That and much more ...

A Southampton luncheon to benefit City Harvest featured a fashion presentation of Valentino’s 2009 Fall/Winter collection.

DPC headed over to Charlotte Moss’ wonderful townhouse in the East 70s, where the Museum at FIT held its annual Couture Council Summer Party ...

Donna Karan, Ariel Foxman, and InStyle along with Kelly Ripa and Blake Lively hosted Super Saturday 12 to benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund ...

Wendy Diamond and Animal Fair Magazine hosted the 10th annual Paws for Style event benefiting the Humane Society of New York ...

“Use Your Head ... Shop for a Cause” is different. It’s recession-proof and dare I say, even recession-friendly ...

All in the family with Minnie, Gloria, and the Yurmans.

Janice Lieberman gives the ladies some “shopping” advice at the Catherine Malandrino Boutique ...

You’ve probably seen the larger than life Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign on the side of its Fifth Avenue boutique ...

Bergdorf Goodman presents Visionary Artists From the Collection of the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore ...

Alas, it bore the name of MENDL HOUSE & TEA on the front window ...

Why not forget about the rain and go shopping? A visit to Nolita will cheer you up ...

The Ultimate Event in the Gardening Calendar, the Chelsea Flower Show, as experienced by Nan Quick.

Charleston shopping is great fun! Jamee Gregory shows you why ...

Despite the name, there's nothing even remotely frosty about Lisa Salzer, the talented brainy beauty behind the buzzed-about jewelry line, Lulu Frost.

Fashion was Eleanor Sarko's religion. She was a true believer whose faith was deep and unwavering ...

Prairie New York's charter to Save the Garment District. Plus, news from their Sample Sale!!

Clark’s Botanicals Launches New Cellular Lifting Serum - Now Available at Saks ...

Bara de Cabrol is a Pop princess, a baroness and a mom ...

The Harlem streets are bustling and friendly and the shops are as diverse and exciting as ever ...

Americans have been reeling from high-end clothing ticket shock for some time ...

Finding myself on Mercer Street on the first sunny spring day I was drawn inside ...

We traded the Polaroid for a Digital last decade, but are we really ready to call the 80s Vintage ...

“Janis Savitt? You know Janis Savitt?” ...

A shopping tale galore in Istanbul, Turkey ...

“Mother, I’m coming to visit!” ...

If you ever browse the Party Pictures pages on NYSD ...

If you’ve got the luck of the Irish ...

What could be more fun than an invitation from a very good friend ...

Christian Louboutin's Limited Edition collection, inspired by Marie Antoinette arrives on Madison Avenue today...

The Place to go for all your make-up needs.

We could all use a little luck these days, don’t you think?

Anita Sarko takes us to Alcone ...

Nan Quick discovers five treasures in London ...