My West Coast getaway is fast approaching, and after this bizarre weather we’ve been having (really, snow on the first day of Spring?), I’m looking forward to a change in temperature…and scenery. But before I ask myself the dreaded question,…
Swooning Over Swimwear
Swooning Over Swimwear by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a halter swimsuit I realize it’s a bit early to start planning for summer. But after my recent experience at Topshop (I’m still thinking about those one-piece suits I didn’t buy!), and…
Monogram Madness
Monogram Madness by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a monogrammed mouse pad I admit it. I am slightly obsessed with monogrammed things! My current gym bag is monogrammed, I have the initial mug from Anthropologie, and now, an initial necklace from…
Bold in Blue
You remember my Spring wish list from the other day, right? If not, here is a refresher. While the weather still hasn’t made me feel like Spring is in the air, there was one bright and bold item from that…
Spring Style
Spring Style by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring open toe wedge shoes I think we all can agree that Spring needs to hurry up and arrive. Friday’s temperatures on the East Coast were in the single digits (it was one degree when I…
For Your Valentine
For Your Valentine by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring glass home decor Ladies (and gentlemen), we are getting down to the wire. Valentine’s Day is less than a week away now. Do you know what you are getting your sweetie? Well, fear not,…
Looking Fine on Valentine’s
Looking Fine on Valentine’s by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring flat shoes Normally I am not one to start planning outfits weeks in advance, but with Valentine’s Day around the corner, I thought I would help those of you early birds out with…
Snow Style
Snow Style by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring snow boots Better get those winter boots out (if you haven’t already!). If you live on Long Island you know we are bracing for a monstrous winter storm to hit this afternoon and…
New Year, New Looks
New Year, New Looks by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a cashmere coat Happy Friday and first full week of the New Year! I hope your 2015 is off to a good start. The past couple of weeks I did some serious damage…
Haute Off The Hanger
Haute Off The Hanger by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring patent pumps With about a week until Christmas, you should have your gifts wrapped and all of the ingredients for your holiday meal. Right? Well, not in my world. If you…
Under $25 Gift Guide: For Co-Workers
The holiday guide is wrapping up, but not without a few gift ideas for your co-workers. This year my office is having a White Elephant gift exchange. Ever hear of it? The premise is that you buy a silly gift…
Gift Guide: For Him
This gift guide would not be complete without something for the gentleman in your life! From the preppy, to the outdoorsy, to the polished professional and the world traveler, this list has something for everyone. Ties always make great gifts…
