Category Archives: Fragrance

Deciding on Decor – Some basics to Start With and Great Effect of Nuances

Posted on February 22, 2013 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

As promised my series has begun on tips from professionals for planning your wedding (or other event). Happy to say I am excited about those who have agreed to sign on and contribute their thoughts in other fields as well … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance, New York Events, Our Events, Wedding Decor | Tagged Cire Trudon, decorating an event, planning a wedding, The bowery hotel, Wedding Decor, wedding flowers | Leave a comment

Holiday Decorating

Posted on December 8, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

If you are like me you do not pop a bunch of holiday favorites out of a box after Thanksgiving and are set for Christmas. While I have some favorites that remain the same each year, it’s always a little … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance, Holiday Decor | Tagged candlight, chestnuts, Cire Trudon, clementine, fragrance, Fragrant Candles, Frederic Malle Joyeux Noel, Holiday Candles, Holiday Decorating, Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir, Pine, poinsettia, Thymes | Leave a comment

Creating Beautiful Moments

Posted on October 7, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

I am a firm believer in beautiful spaces bring peace. It’s why people flock to beautiful places like the beach, gardens, mountains making our bodies take a deep breath without even thinking about it. So I like to create pretty … Continue reading →

Posted in Favorite Flowers, Fragrance, Interior Design | Tagged Jo Malone, LaDuree, lysianthus, Mint Tea, mint tea cups, pretty spaces, zinnia | 1 Comment

London Calling

Posted on August 6, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

As we enter the second and final week of the Olympics and third major London event in just over a year I thought I would indulge in favorite London place I’ve been or want to go to …. all things … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance, Gardens, Travel | Tagged Bloomsbury Flowers, Bodie and Fou, Brasserie Max, Covent Garden Hotel, Jo Malone, London, Miller Harris, Monmouth Coffee, Neal's Dairy, Rock n Sole, Royal Ballet London | Leave a comment

Back to Blogging

Posted on July 2, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

I took an unscheduled break from blogging. Life just caught me up in the busy season and thank you to all who mentioned you missed the posts! But I am sure you all know, just like with anything else, my world … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance, Gardens, New York Events, Travel | Tagged Lavender by the bay, lavender fields, lavender flavored biscuits, lavender fragrance, lavender oil, Union Square Market | Leave a comment

The Brilliance of Blanc

Posted on April 2, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

5 Days left for the Orchid Show at The New York Botanical Garden and if you haven’t been, GO! If you are not familiar with Patrick Blanc’s work, it is really special to see. It’s not often someone comes up with … Continue reading →

Posted in Favorite Flowers, Fragrance, Gardens, New York Events | Tagged Living Wall., New York Botnical Garden Orchid Show, Orchid Photos, Patrick Blanc, The New York Botanical Gardens, The Orchid Show, Vertical Garden | Leave a comment

I Breathed a Gentle Fragrance

Posted on January 16, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

Yesterday afternoon’s program at Carnegie Hall was a touch of magic. When I read the lyrics the incredible Renee Fleming was singing it seemed even more magical for me. As we are in full wedding planning season, with so many … Continue reading →

Posted in Favorite Flowers, Fragrance, Music, New York Events, Our Events, Wedding Decor | Tagged Brides bouquet, Carnegie Hall, Christie Turlington, fragrant bouquet. sweet pea, Gustav Mahler, Michael Kors, Renee Fleming | Leave a comment

For the Love of Pine

Posted on January 3, 2012 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

Happy New Year…time to get back to real life after a long much needed break. Weekly flower accounts start up again and I am not ready to say goodbye to pine. While many see it as a “Christmas Green” I … Continue reading →

Posted in Favorite Flowers, Fragrance | Tagged evergreen, flower arrangements, indoor fragrance, Lake Tahoe skiing, Pine | Leave a comment

Continuing the Indulgence – Covent Garden Hotel

Posted on April 7, 2011 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

My stay at Covent Garden Hotel in London last month has resonated with me. It was such a great mix of comfort and chic. Since coming back I was inspired at home, finally deciding what to do with my bedroom…monochromatic … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance, Interior Design, Travel | Tagged Brasserie Max, Covent Garden Hotel, Firmdale Hotels, Miller Harris, ONe Kings Lane | Leave a comment

February, It’s the Month of Love and Romance so

Posted on February 3, 2011 by cornucopiaofbeautifulthings

I thought I would right about something I love that is a very important part of romance…..fragrance, this one in particular. This fragrance Portrait of a Lady from Frederic Malle came out a few months ago. I finally stopped in … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance, Our Events, Uncategorized | 2 Comments