It’s cocktail time…Happy Black Friday (10 times over*)!~cheers, Life:Styled 

*With all the Black Friday craziness that is sure to ensue…we felt one cocktail for today wasn’t enough. So instead, we put together 10 different cocktail infused creations featuring our favorite little bubbly, champagne. We hope you enjoy!

{clockwise from top left} 1. Garnished with a popsicle / 2. Stirred with rockcandy / 3. With friends via candelight / 4. In a cupcake  / 5. Via bottle / 6. Via can / 7. From a fountain / 8. In a granita  / 9. Tray passed and cranberry infused / 10. In the garden.

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resources via blog.maisoncosmos.com 

 

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The Life:Styled Group Wishes You a Happy Thanksgiving!

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resources via sweet bits  / sweetpaulmag-digital.com  / sacramentostreet.com / 36thirty.blogspot.com  / christinewisnieski.com  /  tumblr.com

 

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With the holiday shopping season about to commence, our lifestyle clients have been asking us for recommendations on the best in holiday gifts for this year. As we started collecting this season’s hottest treasures for our annual Life:Styled Holiday shopping guide (check back November 30th for the blog version), we couldn’t wait to share two of our favorite discoveries: two Miami-based jewelry designers that we know you’ll love! Introducing Daniella Kronfle Jewelry and Daniela Swaebe.

{from left to right}: Daniella Kronfle and Daniela Swaebe

Daniella Kronfle

Celebrated designer and gemologist Daniella Kronfle joined the ranks of the most elite jewelry brands as she made her debut on the pages of industry staple, “Jewelry International III.” Gaining recognition as a featured designer alongside the world’s most prestigious, such as Cartier and Bulgari, the industry refers to Kronfle as the rising star and only Latin American designer ever to be invited into the book.

Already a favorite among fashion icons, including Thalia, Ana de la Reguera and notable socialites, Kronfle’s creations have graced the red carpets of The Academy Awards, Emmy Awards, Latin Grammy Awards, Billboard Awards and more. Introducing her crown and tiara designs at Miss Ecuador’s beauty pageant, Kronfle’s handcrafted pieces have also been featured at renowned national and international pageantry events.

Her finely designed, innovative creations with elegant gems, including Turquoise, Onix, Tigers Eye, Mynt Quartz in combination with Black Diamonds, and color Sapphires and Rubies, lend a glamorous sophistication, while preserving classic favorites. Her signature pieces include cocktail rings, jeweled necklaces, earrings, crowns and tiaras.

Highlights included Gaia cuff bracelet, Athenea chandelier earrings, worn by Thalia and Dentelle chandelier earrings and Deco ring worn by Ana de la Reguera and pieces from the new collection. For more of Daniella’s jewelry, be sure to visit her website…and, go behind-the-scenes of Daniella’s world with her blog Dani K Style.

Daniela Swaebe

Jewelry designer Daniela Swaebe debuted her highly anticipated GALA collection as the next generation of style at accessible prices.

Inspired by original creations from her fine jewelry collection, GALA is today’s expression of bold, beautiful and gold for modern tastes and incomes. Combining classic simplicity with edgy glamour, the collection includes earrings from $75, necklaces from $125, bracelets from $100 and rings from $85.

Somewhere between Swaebe’s couture creations and private collections, GALA naturally redefines her classic Croc, Gypsy, Lotus, Pila and Heart collections into luxe gold-plated designs and textures.

Meticulously crafted for day-to-night fashions, Swaebe’s designs have styled stars from Jennifer Lopez to Demi Lovato at the ALMA Awards. Swaebe sweetened the collection with her “Candy Scarf,” also debuted as part of GALA. Visit Daniela’s website to view more pieces from her GALA collection, or to find out how you can buy jewels from her collections this holiday season.

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resources via:  flickr,  daniella kronfle.com & daniela swaebe.

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Have you been yearning to take a ski trip to Europe this holiday season? We’ve got the next best thing! It may not be Europe, but it definitely has that classic old-world feel – The Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire.

This resort broke ground in 1900 and opened its doors to the world in 1902. Set between the largest ski resort in the state, Bretton Woods, and the largest Mountain on the East Coast, Mount Washington, this resort has something to offer every guest.

Don’t like to ski? Go for a sleigh ride through the snowy fields, and ice skate on a frozen pond. Better yet…jump in the car and take a 30-minute scenic drive through the Great North Woods, also known as the White Mountains, Appalachian Mountains and the Presidential Range, and head to North Conway for the day.

This picturesque little town has everything from factory outlet stores (Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brothers, Coach, etc.), a classic train station with scenic rides to take you throughout the mountains, and a ton of local restaurants and coffee shops.

If you prefer to stay at the resort for dining, check out the AAA four-diamond restaurant, The Dining Room. Serving classic New England fare, this is one place you will not see the casual New Englander. Here you will find men dressed in suits, and women and children dressed for an elegant dining experience.

Then, retreat to your New England-style luxury suite, take a late night swim in the resort’s indoor pool, enjoy a cocktail in the resort Great Hall or…continue your festivities in The Cave, the resort’s modern and cozy bar.

This destination won’t replace your desire to head to Europe, but it will definitely satisfy your craving for a classic, quaint mountain getaway (and bonus…all within a 2-hour drive from Boston’s Logan Airport!). For more information on the Omni Mount Washington Resort, or more idea for holiday/winter travel destinations in the New England area, contact us at Life:Styled today!

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 resources via omni mount washington resort /  brettonwoods.com /  thecog.com /  bethlehemnhmaplewoodvictorian.com  /  imf.org  /  focus.ashedmonds.com  /  newenglandmagazine  /  lh6.ggpht.com.

 

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Let Life:Styled Travel Services send you and your loved one on the perfect date night in Los Angeles!

Stay: Mr. C Hotel, Beverly Hills

Mr C Beverly Hills is the genius’ west coast debut for Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani’s new signature hotel brand. Luxury to it’s core, you’ll experience nothing but the best in accommodations and service.

 

Eat: Porta Via

A contemporary California bistro, Porta Via is the quintessential date night spot serving the best in seasonal and organic ingredients within a cozy and romantic dining room. Bonus: Grab a table on the outside patio and enjoy your night out in California’s warm and sunny climate!

 

See: IRIS by Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil’s newest incarnation takes viewers on a hypnotizing journey through the cinematic arts…Cirque-du-soleil-style! Dancing and aerobatics compliment music and film to deconstruct the movie art form beyond reality and into entertainment, all within the historic Kodak Theatre.

 

Get packing and let Life:Styled plan and organize YOUR perfect date night, today. Contact us for more details!

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