Classic Foot

Sam Edelman Ackley Loafers are a comfortable classic that is well priced. A good fall addition. Also comes in brown. So Suzy Says.

Give Him the Slip

Give your man/boy an updated, old school staple  L.L.Bean Men’s Mountain Slippers  are classic, comfy and current. Can be worn outside too. So Suzy Says.

The Underneath

Celebrity stylists Jamie Mizrahi andSimone Harouche  want to empower women everywhere through their foundational designs. The Kit will comfortably shape and support you in all of the right places so that whatever you slip into afterward flatters. Plus, for the month of October a percentage of every purchase will be donated to Breast Cancer Awareness. … Continue Reading

Skull Crushers

Crush Halloween style with these skull-tastic picks from Alexander McQueen. Stay warm in Halloween style with McQueen’s  Skull Wool Jacquard Stole. And, make your feet festive with his Skull Stripe Socks. And, include your fingers in the fun too with the brand’s Skull Queen Ring. Spooky Chic because you’re never too old to dress up … Continue Reading

Un-Cheese

VIOLIFE Cheddar Style Slices have all of the cheddar goodness without the dairy. Perfect for dairy-avoiding youth… and us older folks who are following their wise lead. Yummy. So Suzy Says.

Life Lessons

The School of Life: An Emotional Education by The School of Life  with an introduction by Alain de Botton is a stellar primer on emotional intelligence. Up your EQ so Suzy Says.

Couture’s Muse

Ballerina: Fashion’s Modern Muse by Patricia MearsLaura Jacobs, Jane Pritchard, Rosemary Harden, and   Joel Lobenthal  is, like all of Vendome Press‘ publications, gorgeous. This tome  a visual symphony of the high art’s influence on high fashion. Because, yes everything was, is and will always be beautiful at the ballet. And, on the runway. So Suzy Says.

Abroad

One of the best ways to gain a broader world view is to study abroad. I was blessed that my Clementine attended at Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles for high school and is now applying for international programs at Pepperdine. Broaden your children’s horizons — teach them about other cultures. So Suzy Says. Studies … Continue Reading

Spotted Fall

Made from airy chiffon  GANNI’s  Pleated Georgette Dress is the perfect leopard print for all seasons.  Float into any situation fashionably. So Suzy Says.

Slim Apart

APIECE APART Slim Marston Pant is a great addition to your fall wardrobe. Get a leg up on the season’s style. So Suzy Says.

Bag-Fall

Clare V.’s  Le Box Bag is the perfect fun handbag for the fall. Carry … just enough.  So Suzy Says.

Hi, Sweatie

Outdoor Voices TechSweat Flex Leggings are the perfect leggings to wear when you’re pursuing high sweat activities. Lightweight they wick away sweat well. Pair it with the brands Cami Tank Top for a unitard look. Molly Sims swears by these — and so will you. So Suzy Says.    

Supportive Style

Skims by Kim Kardashian West are comfortable undergarments that offer just enough support to insure that your outfits fit well. Available in nine colors. Feel supported – and sexy. So Suzy Says.

Rest Well

My friend Julie Block’s daughter Charlotte Block has created these well-made, silk Cloud One Eye Masks. It’s been a joy to watch Charlotte grow up — I’ve known Julie since our children were in preschool. For each mask by that you buy, one will be donated to a child battling cancer. Makes the perfect gift … Continue Reading

Party Starter

Jessica Latham and Amy Griffin’s start up Social Studies makes party planning easy. Simply give the company your guest count, general look and date and they’ll deliver everything else. Get the party started — in New York City and the Hamptons… for now. So Suzy Says.  

Specimen Style

Jonathan Adler’s Botanist Specimen Vase is a beautiful way to display your flowers. Measures 8″W x 4.8″D x 10.5″T and is accented in real gold. Display your fall flowers with flourish. So Suzy Says.      

Dutch Tapestry

The Dutch House may be Ann Patchett’s  best novel to date. A beautifully woven tale of siblings, their childhood home the story touches on and the all the familiar topics of dysfunctional families. This beautiful coming of age story is one for all readers. Thank you, Locust Valley Bookstore for this tip. So Suzy Says. 

Desertion?

The Deserter: A Novel by Nelson DeMille, a favorite of Long Island’s Gold Coast where I grew up, and his screenwriter son, Alex DeMille  have teamed up to craft a clever thriller.  Set in the world of Delta Force this thriller combines exotic locales and ripped-from-the-headline plot points that will keep you riveted. Locust Valley Bookstore … Continue Reading

Bedside Reading

Get your work into captive hands with Bedside Reading, Jane Ubell Meyer’s unique book marketing service that gets great works into hotel guest hands. Literary Room Service. So Suzy Says.  Thanks, extraordinaire authors Laurie Gelman, Brendan Kane, Mel Greenberg, and Geanna Culbertson for a great evening. See how it works on KTLA. If you are … Continue Reading

Perfect Buddha

Bruce Samia’s  silk crepe de chine Grey Buddha scarf is the perfect present for yourself or any other fashionista in your life: beautiful unique scarves are always in style. Well priced and beautifully made by artist Samia whose collection also includes home fabrics, tile and more.  Get a jump start on your holiday gifts shopping; … Continue Reading