A Thousand Words

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This photograph, taken of Jackie, John Jr., and Caroline Kennedy, is beautiful. The saying that a picture is worth a thousand words is so genuine, and there is nothing more precious than a mother spending time with her children.

Have a wonderful day!
Merry Christmas,
Teresa xoxo

The Classic Glove

Print by Robert Ely.

By now you have correctly assumed that I am wishing for the feminine and sophisticated era to return. Styles have changed and become more modern, but designers are diligently attempting to bring back the classic glove and hat structure. If I can assist in any way, I will.

Shana Zarick, wearing long white gloves, is shown here on the 1991 cover of Vogue. Photograph by Steven Meisel.

Cashmere is a soft and beautiful wool, and Ralph Lauren’s long gloves are a luxurious accessory.

This pair of long white gloves is less expensive than the cashmere, suede, or other leathers, and can be found at Great Gloves Online. They have an extensive line of styles and colors, including black. This glove is more versatile, and is worn by most glove wearers.

This model is wearing medium length black gloves to accessorize her beautiful suit.

From Neimam Marcus, these leather and mink gloves by Loro Piana Fraciose are the epitome of luxury. I would like to find a pair in my stocking this year -- hint, hint.

These leather gloves beautifully complement this models’ dress.

An exclusive of Saks Fifth Avenue, this lambskin glove has a subtle feel and appearance.

Suede long black gloves add pizzazz to this fun party dress.

Long suede gloves from Ralph Lauren can be worn casually or for dress.

Photograph by Frederick Vreeland, 1951

The Neiman Marcus UGG gloves are a special treat, and those wearing the boots can appreciate a classic glove made by the same manufacturer.

Red cable gloves by Ralph Lauren brighten up any ensemble.

You are never without the appropriate glove with this Ralph Lauren three-pack in black, navy, and brown.

I sincerely hope that you have enjoyed this post. A pair of these gloves will be on my Christmas list.

Angela will be coming home for the Christmas holidays today, so there will be a possibility that there will not be a new post each day, haha.

Merry Christmas.
Teresa

THE WRITE WAY

I have loved beautiful stationery for as far back as I can remember.  When I was a child, my mother would pull the Amy Vanderbilt Etiquette book from the shelf and read to my sisters and me. This was a given each summer, as soon as school ended for the year. We would sit in our chairs, with our kool-aid or tea, and restlessly listen. I can remember the boredom I felt as she taught us, chapter by chapter, this thing called etiquette. She knew then that she was teaching each of us a valuable lesson.

Since I began writing, and especially letter and thank you note writing, I have tried to express my thanks to everyone properly and gracefully.  Below are the sources for some of the writing essentials and stationery that I use. ENJOY!

I was able to create my own note at Papyrus stationers.
This company is a source for an extensive line of stationery, and I have often found exactly what I am looking for.

Papyrus has cards for every occasion.

Crane has earned the name of one of the leading stationers in the world. I have been a faithful client of Crane stationery since I began writing. My children learned to write their first notes on Crane paper.

Kate Spade Christmas collection for Crane. Spade's collection is beautiful and whimsical.

A good pen is crucial in proper letter and note writing. Montblanc is the pen I use, and I have never been disappointed with its performance. I love using the fountain pen with blue ink. When I was being taught how to write, we used fountain pens, so this is a little nostalgic for me. There is a Montblanc pen for every writer's needs.

I enjoy using my wax stamp sealer, along with the wax that I purchased at the Crane store in Atlanta, but I cannot find them on their website. I found some lovely sealers at Paper Source.

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Emily Post has published a 2009 edition and it can be found at Books-A-Million, and many other smaller bookstores.

This has been one of my favorite posts because I have a deep fondness for writing, and I have taught my children as much as possible. Write a line or two and ENJOY!

Merry Christmas, and to my Jewish friends, Happy Hanukkah.

Teresa 

xoxo