Cvillestyle poll: Hot or not?

I recently visited my fun and fashionable best friend in the equally fun and fantastic town of Nashville, TN.  While the city received a big (cowboy) hats off for a great time, I was somewhat perplexed with a few of the fashion choices displayed by our southern comrades.  Most perplexing was this:  

The fingerless glove.  A.k.a. Hobo gloves.  They are apparently all the rage.  They caught my eye because just about everyone I saw was wearing them, and I got the distinct pleasure of the wool/cashmere/skin combo whilst being introduced to some of the natives.  I can’t decide if it’s a no-no like this or if I really like it.  What do you think? Read more

Giving Thanks

It’s an exciting time to be living in, if not a little bit stressful. Buzz phrases like ”financial meltdown” and “big three automakers” and “bailout” abound. But so does ”President-elect Obama.” Thanksgiving is a time to reflect (that is, when you’re not trying to get away from your family).

What are you thankful for this holiday?

[turkey]

The Grass is Always Greener

Tennis whites, while maybe a thing of the past, will always evoke a certain kind of style, as will grass tennis courts. It’s that country club connotation, as in, “I’m going to the club to frolick with Dabney and Percy.” (Don’t act like you don’t know what I’m talking about.) Read more

Sweet Dreams

Visions of sugar plums will soon dance in many a head this holiday, so why not help summon that sweet sleep with the gift of a homemade lavender pillow? As everyone will be feeling the economic squeeze this season, not only will this be easier on your wallet, it might also help the recipient to relax!  Read more

The Power of Pomegranate

 

Pomegranate: (n) a several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange with a thick leathery skin and many seeds with pulpy crimson arils of tart flavor [Merriam Webster].

I am embarrassed to admit I had never heard of nor seen a pomegranate before going to college, where my Californian roommate introduced me to the decidedly-juicy (and good for you) fruit. Pomegranates are anti-oxidant rich, which can aid in the prevention of cancer and heart disease. They are high in Vitamin C and potassium, a good source of fiber, and low in calories. I even read they help fight plaque, so eat up!

Not only are pomegranates healthy, but the festive and exotic seeds are perfect for the upcoming holidays. They add color, texture, and flavor, so be in style at your next dinner party and make something memorable, like Pomegranate Guacamole, Dandalion salad with pomegranate seeds, pine nuts and roasted delicata squash, or Pan-fried pork chops with pomegranate and fennel salsa. Drop them in your kir royale or drink of choice for added flair. Here are some potent drink recipes using Pama liquor.  Read more

C’villeStyle on the road…ChicagoStyle

Fresh from the windy city, my cheeks are still rosy. But I think it has more to do with the inspiration imbued from all the great shops and restaurants discovered while there, rather than the wind chill. Nestled in the well-known Lincoln Park neighborhood is a street called Armitage. Between just four short blocks (from Bissel to Halstead), it’s a shopping jackpot! I was there on business but managed to sneak in a few of these highlights along the way:

Start at Art Effect (934 W. Armitage) which touts itself as a “modern day general store.” Offering a healthy dose of home goods such as plates, mugs, trays, cutting boards, and candles to accessories and gifts like books, pillows, jewelry, clothes, stationery, and more. You really feel like a kid in a candy store here. Read more

A Novel Idea

 

With Thanksgiving around the corner, you might be headed “home” to family (be it yours or someone else’s).  Reward the chef or hostess (who is probably going to slave for hours making the turkey, stuffing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, vegetables, pies, etc.) with a personalized carving board from Novel. A single monogram in the middle turns an ordinary and practical gift into a special one.  It takes 5-7 business days, so to be safe, order by November 14^th if you’re getting out of dodge on Wednesday the 26th!

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Party at Hedge/Rock Paper Scissors

Planning a wedding? You’re in luck. This past Tuesday, October 28th, individuals from Rock, Paper, Scissors, Hedge Fine Blooms, Jason Keefer Photography, and Real Food, among others, gathered for the first time to talk wedding aesthetics, share professional styles, and of course, socialize – all in hopes of further preparing themselves to help Charlottesville’s brides-to-be.  

 

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