MBellished Journal

The journal is where it all comes together — travel, home, style, art, gathering, and the everyday moments in between.

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Paris - Je t'aime!

Paris is my favorite city in the world. This is how I like to experience it—long walks along the Seine, Impressionist art, beautiful gardens, fabulous shopping, cocktails and plenty of time to wander.

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The Fall Planter

My approach to fall planters, layering foliage, grasses, branches and seasonal color for an entrance that feels warm and inviting.

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Finally, The French Laundry

After years of trying for a reservation, I finally made it to The French Laundry. Five hours, several unforgettable dishes and a few surprises later, here's what stayed with me.

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New York, New York

My New York is downtown—SoHo, the Village and Tribeca, early walks along the Hudson, art, fabulous food, creative energy and just enough uptown glamour.

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The Gold Cuff

I’ve always loved gold jewelry, but there’s something particularly striking about a beautiful cuff—worn alone as a statement or mixed into a stack of favorite bangles.

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5 Summer Escapes I Love

From Malibu and Laguna Beach to Cape Cod, the Hamptons and Miami—five summer destinations I return to for beaches, food, shopping and that unmistakable vacation feeling.

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