It all started with four dahlias and three funerals. When Sarah Balsley received a bouquet of dahlias from her sister-in-law during one of the hardest seasons of her life, something shifted. The blooms were bold, layered, unapologetically beautiful — and they cracked her heart open in the best way. “I
Do you have an idea of who you want to be? Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit, suggests that you act as if you are the person you want to be. Answer who you want to be and act that way. An example would be, I’m a strong
Another year around the sun – lucky me! But what to wear? We’ll be in the California wine country so it will be warm during the day but chilly at night. I’m loving the poplin ruched dress from @bananarepublic paired with this beautiful pink pendant necklace, hoop earrings and elephant
Some women build businesses because they see a trend. Others build them because they see a gap. Gucci Westman saw a gap. After more than two decades as one of the most sought-after makeup artists in the world — contributing to Vogue, W, and Harper’s Bazaar and creating that dewy,
Life changes and we as women face multiple changes as we age. We may now be single, empty nesters, or retired. Our parents may no longer be a responsibility, our children may now have partners, or our pets have moved on. Bottom line: our lives are constantly changing. I believe
Look no further than @westmanatelier. I just discovered this clean beauty line created by a woman. “Makeup that looks like skin.” See her full story on our blog next week, Tuesday March 17th. Here’s what I’m loving. I find myself needing some color on my cheeks and these Mini Baby
I’m loving this long shirt dress from @hemantandnandita, a brand created by two friends who met in fashion school. Wear your @staud Tommy Beaded Shoulder bag in white and @badgleymischka Waverly block heels – so darling – so you can dance. For a dewy look, use your @jonesroadbeauty Miracle Balm
I love a business that starts in real life—not in a boardroom. In 2015, Bianca Gates and Marisa Sharkey were hosting friends and kept running into the same problem. They didn’t want to greet guests barefoot, but they also didn’t want to wear clunky, unattractive slippers. And most flats? Cute,
This will point to an area of interest? Would it be home designers, politicians, musicians, artists, business women… the list is endless but when forced to answer, it may point to something that you are really interested in. Maybe you know your interest but how can you expand that area
More than one friend has suggested Little Saint right downtown. The vibe looks so cool. I’ve learned it is more than a restaurant — it’s a purpose-driven gathering place in the heart of Healdsburg. And founded by a husband and wife team. Little Saint is a fully plant-based restaurant, café,