Home sweet home.
I know a lot of people are willing to fork out more money for a better view (and higher floor) at their apartments, but that's never really been very important to me. It's not like I spend hours looking out the window. In fact, I barely glance at it. Sometimes the difference of a good view and a not-so-good view can range from hundreds of dollars. What do you think — is a good view worth paying Read more
At my house, I can see a lot of trees, but my main view is of the San Francisco skyline. Sometimes I miss the more idyllic views that I grew up with in a rural community. Do you have a nature view at your home? Source: Flickr User AMy Loves Yah Do You Have a View of Nature? I'm surrounded by nature! I've got a city view at my casa. Read more
Recently, I took you with me to Sam's Chowder House in Half Moon Bay, CA, a restaurant with a great view of the Pacific Ocean. I've always been a fan of restaurants that offer views of something other than the parking lot or the dry cleaners across the street — although, of course, it's also important that the establishment keeps it focus on the food, too. In addition to Sam's, I also happen Read more
I wish this were the view from my front porch! It's actually the view from a farm stay at a cabin I visited in New Zealand a few years ago. I also love the view from my home's deck, but I've lived in a few other places where the view was less than desirable. What's it like at your casa? Do You Have a Gorgeous View? Yes, it's gorgeous. No, sadly not. Other, I'll tell you in Read more
In E.M. Forster's A Room with a View, on holiday in Italy, Miss Honeychurch and Miss Bartlett are vexed to find out that their views are not quite they were hoping for, and then an elderly man and his son offer to trade rooms, presenting them with perfect views. This encounter proves to be important to the plot. In cities like New York, a perfect view can mean a difference of millions of dollars Read more
Do you have a favorite view? Mine is the Golden Gate Bridge right before sunset on a warm day. The sky turns an orange yellow color, a sure sign of another gorgeous day to come. No matter how many times I see that sight, it never gets old. We all know the saying, a picture is worth a thousands words, so if you could choose one view to admire from your bedroom window, everyday, do tell what Read more
Theyskens' Theory focused on basics, but obviously the way Olivier Theyskens choose to view basics. That means gorgeously tailored jackets, skinny leather pants with a just a hint of slouch, artfully cut sweaters, and a series of cocktai dresses that hint of his old days designing for Rochas. Check out the entire runway show here. Read more
If a global menu feels too daunting for your Valentine's Day dinner, try channeling a bit of Parisian romance by focusing on French foods. You don't need a view of the Eiffel Tower to feel the love — you can set the mood right at your own dinner table by pairing classic French dishes with your favorite sips. Here are 10 tasty dish ideas to help you create a Valentine's Day meal of festive Read more
Red-carpet fashion and beauty coverage: Who was the best dressed? Vote on all the red-carpet love it or hate it polls Grammy Awards 2012: find out who wore what 360 glam: view the Grammys hairstyles from all sides Close encounter: see the gorgeous Grammys makeup up close Give the girl a hand: check out the hottest Grammy manicures Catch up on other arrivals fun you may have missed: Nicki, Read more
If you're planning on throwing an Oscar viewing party for Hollywood's big night on Feb. 26, then I suggest that you go big this year and give your event a theme. Take a cue from the nominees and let best picture nominee Midnight in Paris give you inspiration. It has plenty of elements that translate into an opulent party: Paris, the 1920s, and many of its own scenes of revelry. Here's how to use Read more
