Music

  • Tip deLuxe

    BEATING THE WINTER BLUES It’s that time of year.  Mid-winter (ugh!)  And like most people, I am counting the days until spring. As a Minnesota native, however, I’ve learned to fight the urge to hibernate and boost my mood in small, simple ways. These are my top five tips for staying sane January through March.             1. HIT THE SPA   Schedule a facial and a body scrub.  You’ll leave feeling polished, relaxed and rejuvenated. In DC I like Hela, Karen Fisher and the spas at Lorien Hotel and Mint. In Arizona I trust my face to Lindsay at L Skincare and in Minneapolis I…

  • Find Your Anthem

    2009 dealt out a lot of heartbreak to a lot of people.  And since the answers to our problems are often hazy at best, sometimes the most we can hope for is a little enlightenment.  Nothing moves me like music.  A really great song  can raise your heartbeat and your spirits.  So as we step into 2010, let’s lift our heads and turn up the music. It’s time to turn this !@%$#% thing around!       – WHAT YOU WAITING FOR? – Even a rock star like my girl Gwen can get held-up by her fears.  This track from her debut album spoke to me when I was nervous…

  • Tip deLuxe

    STEALING BEAUTY We’re embarking on a new year (a new decade actually!) and you’re ready to make some changes to chez vous.  Where to start?  Everyone, even professional interior designers, need a jumping off point, a focus, a raison d’être.  It’s called inspiration.  And without it, you’ll spend the next six months going around and around in circles trying to figure out “what’s my style???”  So take a little time during this holiday break, grab a stack of magazines (remember those?) and start tearing.  Don’t think about it, just rip out what you like. Fashion layouts, jewelry ads, interiors, food features … whatever speaks to you.  When you’re done, pull…