I’d go so far as to say that a leather duffel bag was my best purchase of 2012. I chose this one and haven’t had to check baggage since. (It’s amazing how much you can pack into a weekender!)
Shop It: Tory Burch cosmetic case // See by Chloe weekender // Deux Lux weekender // Rebecca Minkoff cosmetic case
Shop It: Python-Embossed Pouch // Luxe Toothpaste // Polka Dot Passport Holder // Airplane Paperclips // Travel Books // Eiffel Tower Kitchen Towel // Leather Suitcase // Back-Up Phone Charger // Travel Jewelry Case
One lucky lady is taking home an all-in-one clutch from GiGi New York! It’s the perfect size to slip into a tote bag during the day, then downsize at night. The winner will choose her favorite color (check out the python-embossed hues or the metallic holiday collection), and can opt to have it monogrammed.
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This was our second trip to D.C. in as many years and I’m still left with a “must-see” list that’s longer than what we checked off. Last year we hectically squeezed in as many museums as possible – to the point where I refused to learn anything more. We vowed this visit would be different with more time devoted to strolling through neighborhoods and indulging in afternoon drinks.
The best laid plans …
Here’s just some of what we did: Holocaust Memorial Museum, saw pandas at the National Zoo, Newseum, tried out the Uber car service, purchased art at the Eastern Market flea market, National Archives, Pizzeria Paradiso (three times), hung out with Lisa in Old Town Alexandria, stumbled across Hello Kitty’s campaign office, the International Spy Museum’s “Spy in the City” walk, Georgetown, watched election results roll in, photographed the view from the Old Post Office Pavilion, dinner at Old Ebbitt Grill (rumor has it that Roosevelt bagged the walrus displayed in the bar)
I’m off for a vacation at the nation’s capital! See you next week!
In the meantime, be sure to enter to win $100 to Shopbop and a pair of Daniel Green slippers. Good luck!
We visited friends in the Twin Cities last weekend for two major milestones: the first birthday of their little girl and closing on their first home. They intended to close a few weeks ago, but a string of delays left them scrambling to move in, clean up, and get ready for a housewarming party Saturday afternoon, just 24 hours after closing. Thankfully, a crew of friends and family were on hand to make sure everything went smoothly and the new homeowners were as stress-free as possible.