Red Carpet Inspired Summer Party Looks

Red Carpet Inspired Summer Party Looks

‘Tis the season of summer soirees and events, yet summer parties never seem to get the same buzz as holiday ones. Why do winter parties get all the makeup hype? Here are some red carpet trends from recent summer galas that you can borrow for your next summer get-together. From weddings to girls’ night, we’ve got you covered. 

Laura Tonatto Perfumery in Rome, Italy

Laura Tonatto Perfumery in Rome, Italy

Ciao from Rome!  Our first day here, of course ventured around from Piazza to Piazza admiring scenes like the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps and stopping for liters of wine along the way.  In the Piazza Di Pietra I found myself separated from my family. As they were sipping espresso, I testing my way through the Laura Tonatto Profumi, a boutique owned by Laura Tonatto herself, who created Queen Elizabeth II's signature scent.  Allow me to take you there... 

American-Made Beauty Products Worth Celebrating

It's almost July 4th, which means it's the season to indulge in all things brazenly American. You’ve got a holiday weekend in front of you filled with fireworks,  red, white, and blue patterned cutoffs, and an excuse to listen to Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the USA” as many times as you want without fear of being judged. So what about your beauty products? Here are the stories behind some of our favorite picks from the best beauty brands made right here in the USA. 

Carthusia Perfumery in Capri, Italy

Carthusia Perfumery in Capri, Italy

When exploring the Amalfi Coast, I kept seeing bath and body products made by Carthusia, a perfumery in Capri.  Then, when Joe and I got to Capri, our hotel, Capri Tiberio Palace, supplied their products in the bathroom and had fragrance diffusers throughout the lobby, which were incredibly luxurious.  So of course, I had to pop into the original store and learn more one sniff at a time.  Here's what I found.