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Friday Finds

Here is what I'm loving on this week:

- Have a design crush on Jonathan Adler?  Here are his basic principles for creating beautiful spaces.

- I'm slightly obsessed with this magazine and can't wait to pour over the latest issue.

-  These photos are the definition of cool.  

- Achieving a envy-inducing red lip can take a few steps - evidently 9. Are you doing them all?

- Do you dream in vintage?  Check out this interview on up your antique IQ.

Enjoy the weekend!

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Lake Essentials

Every 4th of July we escape the sweltering city and head upstate to the Lake House.  It's a small Adirondack town in the mountains where the vibe is seriously laid back.  After going for several years, I've given up on certain things -blow drying, long showers, trying to avoid insect bites,  mascara - and learned to embrace others - Navy Showers, serious SPF, buffed nails, the art of the air-dry and streamlined packing.  Here are a few things that kept my bag light and organized this year:

1. A Maxi - I love a good maxi dress.  Be it plain like this one or patterned, a lightweight dress is perfect for the lake.  It can go from lounging to cover-up to dinner.  To keep the bottom from dragging in the sand, while simultaneously adding a waistline, just add a belt.  It's stylish without looking overdone (too many accessories is a sure way to standout in a too obvious way).

2. A Chambray Shirt.  I was a bit late to the chambray party, but now that I'm here, I'm totally embracing it.  I wore mine from Guess tucked into shorts, tied over dresses, and layered for extra warmth at the bonfire.  I love that it can wrinkle and still look totally polished.

3.  Lip SPF.  If there is one thing that never leaves my side during a trip to the lake, it's this lip protecting balm.  I try to be good about applying all-over, but I'm fanatical about applying to my lips.  This one glides one and has a super high SPF.

4.  Simple Tan Sandals.  When I'm not in my Sperry's or flipflops, I love a basic tan sandal.  They go with everything - shorts - dresses, jeans - cover-ups, you name it, it works.  These are elegant in their simplicity.

This year we had beautiful weather, a packed house, the annual clambake, and lots of boating.  Here are a few shots from the weekend:

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Happy 4th of July!

The 4th of July means clambakes at the lake.  Have a very Happy 4th of July!

Friday Finds

The weekend can never come fast enough in the summer.  Here are a few things I'm excited about this week - 

- The Union Square Market has the freshest goodies around.  Mr. C is currently on a honey comb kick, so I'm looking forward to checking out the weeks's sweet offerings.  Here is a guide to the who's who on the market circuit.

- This easy-peasy gnocchi recipe was a perfect work-night meal.

- Humidity is par for the course on the East Coast.  While I love it - especially when it stays warm after the sun goes down, humidity hair is never a good look.  These ladies know the trick for lovely locks, regardless of vapor levels.

- It's officially peach season!  I'm drooling over this peach cobbler.

- I'm always looking for the next book to read.  I discovered this one at Barnes & Nobles the other day and have been intrigued ever since.

Re-Discovering Outdoors

Meet new people, burn some calories and do some old-fashioned exploring with Discover Outdoors.  This amazing company is always offering great trips, be it local hikes, horseback riding and kayaking, or for brave - adventures like Machu Picchu and Africa.  This week, the company is celebrating their second annual Outdoor Rise where city-dwellers can explore their city for a great cause.  Check out the list of offerings happening this week, and get moving!

Friday Finds

This week has been another busy one, but here are a few things that are worth taking a moment to check out - 

-  While wearing white all year long is no longer a faux pas, there is something undeniably fresh about wearing white with a golden, politically incorrect, tan.  Here is a few ways to breathe new life into your summer whites.

-  Wear weather picnics mean wine on the go.  This makes transporting both stylish and practical.

- This weekend marks the official start of summer.  Celebrate with sunflowers!

- Love French Pressed coffee, but don't have time during the week?  Now, you can enjoy on the go with this.

- Have bar cart envy?  This video spells out the essentials and these are inspirational!