New for the Night

IMAGES COURTESY OF NEW FOR THE NIGHT

Be on the lookout for the soon to launch site, New for the Night, where you will be able to browse a variety of apparel & accessories by a range of designers which will be available for rental. Borrow something beautiful for four to ten days for as little as ten percent of the item's retail cost. Once you've worn the items, you can then send them back in their pre-paid return envelope -- easy peasy. Sign up now at their website for e-mail updates, so you'll know when you may start renting.

If you live in the Houston, Texas area then you've got the upperhand -- you may visit the New for the Night Showroom which opened it's doors earlier this month. Preview the dresses firsthand in order to borrow something gorgeous for upcoming events & formal affairs. To make an appointment, contact the Showroom by telephone -- 713.526.1166 or e-mail them -- appointments[at]newforthenight[dot].com.

Can't wait to lend some items for myself once the website goes live.

*FULL DISCLOSURE: FOR PROMOTING NEW FOR THE NIGHT, LUXE & LACE WILL RECEIVE A SMALL CREDIT TO BORROW SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL & EXPERIENCE THIS NEW SERVICE FIRSTHAND.

Parisian Wine Tasting

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Can't believe that I almost forgot to share these images from the wine tasting we took while in Paris. My co-worker discovered this tour online & booked seats for us before we even left the States. After a full, long day of work, we booked it to the subway to get to O'Chateau for an extravagant happy hour. One of the things we learned is that Parisian wine is named by the region from which it derives, not by the type of grapes from which it is made -- and that it tastes really, really good. Informative and delicious.

If you're in Paris or visiting, you should carve out some time to experience the tasting at the bar location & if you're vacationing then you should take one of their day trips to an actual wine region. After sampling one champagne & five wines, I was able to purchase two bottles of my favorites from the evening to bring back home to share with John. Now we both want to go to Europe to experience their wine country together.

Lucky in Love

1/ Marc by Marc Jacobs Mini Charm Heart Stud Earrings // 2/ Emily Elizabeth Jewelry Open Heart Bangle // 3/ Rebecca Minkoff Allie // 4/ House of Harlow Horseshoe Pendant // 5/ Ariel Gordon Love Knot Ring with Diamonds

Soft Triangles

1/ Secret Squirrel Label // 2/ Triangle Linen

Arranged Navy

1/ Thuss + Farrell Still-Life // 2/ Pattern

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ORIGINAL IMAGE: JASON MARTIN

Today my little sister is celebrating the beginning of her twenty-sixth year. Carrie is one of the hardest working twenty-somethings that I know. I admire her dedication to teaching severly learning disabled children everyday with positivity & sincerity. I feel very lucky to have her as a sister & friend.

Love you, CEJT!



Paris

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1/ Tomato & Mozzarella Sandwiches // 2/ Macarons in Pretty Colors // 3/ Fresh Bread at the Sandwich Shop // 4/ Afternoon Walk Around Town // 5/ Evening Traffic // 6/ More Traffic // 7/ Gorgeous Architecture // 8/ Samples of Chocolate & Caramel Spreads at Angelina // 9/ Lots of Takeaway Treats for Purchase at Angelina // 10/ Large Cups of Angelina Hot Chocolate -- Perfect for Afternoon Jetlag // 11/ Lovely Lit Ferris Wheel that We Kept Passing While Walking Around // 12/ Retailing at Printemps for Product Inspiration Photos // 13/ Chocolate Mousse with Lunch // 14/ Inside Maison & Objet // 15/ Hall 5A of the Exhibition // 16 - 18/ Cute Little Cafe for Lunch // 19/ Afternoon Cappuccino Pick Me Up // 20/ Sparkly Macarons While Retailing at the Mall // 21/ The Cutest Little Street Covered in Red Awnings