Luxe Life NYC

SHEIN: FASHION FORWARD LOOKS FOR FALL/WINTER 2026!

September 18, 2026

SHEIN has just unveiled its Fall/Winter 2026 (FW26) fashion collection, and it is much more defined around specific fashion “moods” than simply being a collection of basic fall clothes. The company is organizing the season around six major trends: Retro Remix, Power Dressing, Regal Maximalism, Dark Romance, Soft Glam and Folk Revival. SHEIN officially launched the FW26 campaign on September…read more

Fashion

Tabbe Designs Spring/Summer 2027 Show: Possibly NYFW’s Most Fun Presentation!

September 15, 2026

I had a very rare, super whimsical fashion experience because TABBE took over Serendipity 3 for New York Fashion Week, transforming the iconic restaurant into a setting for the brand’s colorful, playful fashion. Serendipity itself described the morning as a “very whimsical” takeover. Social posts from September 11 show the event being promoted as a TABBE Designs 2027 presentation, with…read more

Beauty

NYFW’S BEST POPUP: DOLCE & GABBANA X SEPHORA DEVOTION FRAGRANCE LAUNCH AT GANSEVOORT PLAZA!

September 12, 2026

If you want to come to an unforgettable NYFW popup, I strongly suggest coming to the Dolce & Gabbana popup going on until 7 today and from 11 to 7 tomorrow (9/13) in Gansevoort Plaza. You can win a cool D&G name pin at the wheel of chance, sample the new Devotion fragrances and even get a travel size. There’s…read more

Food

Taste of Times Square 2026: Still One Of NYC’s Best Neighborhood Food Fests!

September 10, 2026

The Taste of Times Square is one of New York City’s longest-running outdoor food festivals, produced by the Times Square Alliance. Last night’s event ran from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and essentially turned Restaurant Row and the surrounding Times Square streets into a giant outdoor tasting festival. This year was particularly notable because the event moved from its traditional Monday…read more

Lifestyle

New York’s Luxury Plastic Surgery Market Is Getting More Specialized, And Locals Benefit Most

August 27, 2026

Manhattan has never been short on plastic surgeons. Madison Avenue alone holds enough practices to fill a directory, and the marketing budgets to match. The hard part here has never been finding a surgeon. It is finding the right one for the specific thing you want done. That question has reshaped the top end of the market. A growing number…read more

Beauty

The Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Popup At Macy’s—The Only Place For Beauty Addicts To Be This Weekend (8/22/2026-8/23/2026)!

August 22, 2026

At the time of this writing, You have two more chances to check out the D&G Light Blue popup today in front of Macy’s front door. Hours are today (8/22) from 11 to 7 and tomorrow (8/23) from 11 to 6. (It’s important to know that you need to arrive by 6PM to get in line on Saturday and by…read more

Food

Ess-A-Bagel: Opening Their New Flagship Store Just As They Turn 50! Food, Fun, Friends & More!

July 17, 2026

I was lucky enough to be invited to the grand opening party of the new Ess-A-Bagel flagship store on the NW corner of 47th Street and Third Avenue—just a stone’s throw from their current and ultra popular store on 51st and Third Avenue (which will be closing when their lease is up the end of September). There were raffles, a…read more

Lifestyle

Checking Out The GBK Brand Bar Celebrating ESPY Week—This Annual Pre-ESPY Luxury Lounge Features The Best Of The Best!

July 16, 2026

I love to attend Pre-ESPY gifting suites as they are the best place to discover new and cutting edge lifestyle brands! Tuesday, July 14, was a celebration of sports, luxury, and entertainment as GBK Brand Bar presented its annual Pre-ESPY Luxury Lounge and FIFA World Cup Semifinal Viewing Party at the stunning penthouse of the 6 Columbus Hotel in the…read more

Beauty

Pack Light, Look Luxe: Why A Half Wig Is The Ultimate Vacation Protective Style

July 15, 2026

There’s something about booking a luxury getaway that makes everything feel more exciting. Whether you're headed for the sun-drenched Amalfi coast, planning a chic weekend in the Hamptons, or getting lost in the streets of Paris, half the joy is in the prep—curating the wardrobe, booking the pre-trip facial, coordinating shoes down to the last strap. And then comes the…read more

Lifestyle

The Pre-ESPYS Celebrity & Athlete Gifting Lounge: Glamour, Gifting And Great Eats At Midtown’s Rolls Royce Showroom

July 14, 2026

I was lucky enough to attend the Pre-ESPYS Celebrity & Athlete Gifting Lounge at the Rolls Royce showroom (also known as Manhattan Motor Cars) at 28th Street and 11th Avenue. Sports stars attending Fanatics Fest, FIFA World Cup activations, and MLB All-Star festivities all came together for this elevated luxury experience (along with TV and food world luminaries). There were curated gifting opportunities from…read more

MISCELLANEOUS

Making a Lasting Impression: Business Card Trends for Today’s Professionals

July 9, 2026

One of the most prominent trends in business cards is a move toward clean, contemporary design. Today’s business cards often feature minimalist layouts with crisp, clean typography, subtle branding, and a lot of white space. Rather than overwhelming the recipient with information, many professionals choose to include only the basics, such as their name, title, email address, website, and phone…read more

Lifestyle

How the Fast Pace of New York Changes the Way People Date

July 9, 2026

In a 2024 ranking of US cities by how easy they are to date in, New York finished dead last. The city is not short on candidates. About 53% of its adults are single, and hundreds of thousands are actively dating in their 30s alone. New York loses on something else entirely, which is what its pace does to the…read more

Food

The Summer 2026 Fancy Food Show: Everything You’d Ever Want To Eat Under One Roof!

June 30, 2026

I just adore the Fancy Food Show and have been going to the summer edition for about 40 years now! Under one roof, you get to munch on all your favorites and discover new food items that are downright space age! Of course, as time goes on, healthier items appear in the hundreds of booth on the Javits floor but…read more

Lifestyle

How To Keep A Conversation Going On A First Date

June 29, 2026

Should you ask a lot of questions or be “cool as a cucumber” on a first date? Our guest poster gives the low down based on elite college research and good ol’ common sense! The single biggest finding from academic research on first dates is counterintuitive. The dates that worked best had the fewest questions per minute. A Stanford speed-dating…read more

Fashion

Shaver Hall: Midtown’s Must-Visit Foodie Heaven!

June 19, 2026

Last week’s press preview at Shaver Food Hall was not for people with small appetites. I enjoyed checking out not only the restaurants but the bar that’s the centerpiece of the hall—interestingly enough, it is called Layaway in honor of being in the former Lord & Taylor space! Two wonderful and creative anchor eateries are Pick & Cheese which has…read more

Entertainment

“Experiencing” The Jimi Hendrix Way Street Renaming Ceremony!

June 11, 2026

It’s been nine years in the making, but finally the SE corner of 8th Street and Sixth Avenue has been named in honor of guitar god Jimi Hendrix. As you probably know, the location was chosen because of its close proximity to Jimi’s Electric Lady Studios at 52 West 8th Street. Just for the record, Jimi also often stayed at…read more

Lifestyle

Father’s Day Gift Guide: Something For Every Type Of Dad (Even Super Fussy Ones)!

June 2, 2026

Below is my quick list of great Father’s Day gifts—all under $400. There’s something for every taste here! Liberty 5 Pro Max is Anker’s most ambitious true wireless earbud platform to date, combining premium audio performance with a suite of AI-powered productivity features that push the category beyond simple music listening. According to Soundcore, the earbuds feature advanced voice-processing technology…read more

Food

The Regency Bar & Grill: Your “Go To” Spot For A Memorable Mother’s Day Brunch!

May 6, 2026

Mother’s Day brunch at the Regency Bar & Grill is designed to feel both classic and celebratory, set inside one of Manhattan’s most iconic hotel dining rooms. The restaurant—famous for its “Power Breakfast”—leans into its upscale yet comfortable atmosphere for the holiday, making it a popular choice for families who want something refined without feeling overly formal. On Mother’s Day,…read more

Beauty

Beauty Addicts Take Note: The Makeup Show NYC Is Back May 3 & 4!

April 29, 2026

The Makeup Show NYC is taking place this coming Sunday and Monday, May 3–4, 2026, at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City. It’s one of the country’s largest professional beauty events, drawing makeup artists, hairstylists, brands, and enthusiasts for a two-day experience that combines education, shopping, and networking. It’s designed to give attendees both creative inspiration and practical industry…read more

Lifestyle

Mother’s Day Quick Gift Picks That You Can’t Go Wrong With!

April 27, 2026

Here are a few gift choices from $23 to $1000 that I think any mother would love! A Miraclesuit swimsuit makes a strong Mother’s Day gift because it hits a rare combination: confidence-boosting fit, practical support, and stylish design—all things many moms actually want but don’t always buy for themselves. The Zipt style pictured above in black is classic and…read more

Food

Mother’s Day Food Guide: Top Picks For 2026!

April 25, 2026

Is Mom a foodie? I promise she will enjoy any of these unique savory and sweet items! Boarderie is a gourmet gifting company that specializes in fully assembled charcuterie and dessert boards delivered ready to serve. Instead of buying ingredients and building a spread yourself, you order online and receive a carefully arranged board that arrives chilled, beautifully presented, and…read more

Beauty

IPSY’S NYC POPUP: The Only Place For Beauty Addicts To Visit Today & Tomorrow!

April 24, 2026

The Ipsy New York City Popup at 188 Lafayette Street is a “must visit” if you are a beauty addict! Your get handed Ipsy play money that you use on five products of your choice from the shelves! The brands are amazing and include Benefit, Laura Geller, First Aid Beauty, Banu Skin, Rodial and Commodity fragrances. The popup is on…read more

New York Events

Macy’s Flower Show: A Gorgeous Tribute To America’s Home Gardens!

April 24, 2026

I had so much fun at the preview and ribbon cutting of the legendary Macy’s Flower Show. This event always has a super wow factor and always brings out a big crowd of locals and tourists alike—and you can catch it now through May 10 both on the first floor and in the store windows. There’s even a Flower Show…read more

Food

Baldor BITE 2026: Where Chefs, Growers & Food Brands Come Together For One Great Show! (It’s A Foodie’s Dream!)

April 22, 2026

Baldor BITE is not your typical food show—it’s an all-day celebration that assembles chefs, growers, and food brands for a full-sensory showcase of what’s fresh, next, and unforgettable. It’s held at the spacious Basketball City which overlooks the East River. This year, Baldor BITE included a Boardwalk that had a type of Jersey Shore type of vibe—-and at the side of…read more

Food

Easter Food Guide: From Chocolate Eggs To Spiral Ham And Back Again!

March 20, 2026

The Hotel Chocolat Extra-Thick Egg and is designed to be very different from a typical hollow supermarket egg. Instead of a thin shell, it’s deliberately made with a chunky, solid-feeling chocolate casing that gives a noticeable “snap” when you break into it. This innovative brand has the best chocolate eggs on the market—while many companies make eggs thinner, these are intentionally thicker and…read more

Lifestyle

Why Curved Glass Is Transforming Modern Home Design

March 5, 2026

Curved glass is rapidly becoming one of the most eye-catching and functional elements in modern home design. Once primarily used in commercial buildings and architectural landmarks, this innovative material is now appearing in residential renovations and new construction projects. Homeowners, architects, and interior designers are increasingly turning to curved glass to create homes that feel open, elegant, and full of…read more

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