C A P R I

Buon Giorno Capri!

I've been dreaming of this little island my entire life and I finally convinced Freeman that we NEEDED to go this Summer. Needless to say, we had planned to stay 4 days and ended up there for an entire week. We could have stayed longer! The photo above is the first thing you see as you step off the funicular.

These guys greeted us at our charming hotel The Capri Tiberio Palace

Cool rug

The Jackie Bar inside...

And out...

Freeman sporting his very "Caprese" Purple Pants lounging in the lobby. I love how coordinated he is with the decor.

I swear, once he got into the groove, there was no stopping him!

View from our amazing room.

Color everywhere!

On our way down to a rocky beach for lunch. I was told, DO NOT GO TO THE LEFT when you get to the bottom which is where I am pointing.

You must stay to the right and experience La Fontelina.

We loved it here so much we came 3 days in a row!!!

"The water is amazing. C'mon on in JR."

I took the plunge and loved it!

We drank pitchers of the famous White Sangria before lunch.

Freeman got really good at chillin Italian style.

Me too!

My kind of lunch.

Clearly Sangria, sunshine, Rosé and lots of cheese makes us happy campers (campers...oh no, don't mention the kids, you're ruining my vibe.)

And now for a little fashion at La Fontelina.

Super chic young beauty.

LOVED her romper, her tan, her hair, her everything!

She really didn't want to be photographed but I just had to!

Our last lunch on the rocks...

Oh, but there's always cocktails at Il Gran Caffé in La Piazza.

The Perfect Cosmo in such a pretty glass.

Spying on the Ragazzi at night is so much fun. Her gladiators are the bomb!

Time for a little boat ride with some friends...

We ended up here for a swim before lunch...

This was our favorite meal of the whole trip. The restaurant is called La Conca del Sogno and run by a fiery little lady named Anna.

My new favorite drink: Sgroppino (Prosecco, Vodka & Lemon Sorbet)

I just couldn't get him out of that water...

So I decided to do a little shopping.

The original Jackie O Sandals made especially for me by Costanzo.

Only 55 Euro!

And for a little bit of bling, I decided to splurge for these puppies!

Isn't that tile floor cool? That's our terrace patio.

BTW, I am going to get the blingy brand for the stores in the Spring since Costanzo doesn't wholesale!

Now, to cap it all off, a little bit of Jackie O.

We were lucky enough to see the photography exhibit at the Qvisisana Hotel Gallery.

Jackie O. loved Capri, but who wouldn't?

What's kind of crazy is that my Mom used to look like her when she was younger and when I look at this photo it totally reminds me of her!!!

Barefoot chic in an amazing dress.

Ciao Bella!

Frenchy Summer

Bienvenue à la Cote D'Azur!

After several rainy days in Paris, I packed up my junk and headed down to the South of France to stay with my friend Nina P. (as she's known in my house.) I blogged about Nina a couple of year's ago as she is the ultimate Seaton girl and how we were destined to be friends. Nina is fortunate enough to rent a flat in Villefranche-Sur-Mer every Summer and truly emerged herself into the Cote D'Azur lifestyle. I was fortunate enough to be her guest and enjoy the beauty of Southern France with my sweet yogini friend!

Arriving at the Nice Airport so happy to see Nina, Buba and the sunshine!!!

Glorious View!!!

The view of VSM behind me.

From the other side ~ St. Jean Cap Ferrat view.

Our first beach day - warm, sunny, quiet...PERFECT!

Taking a stroll into the charming little town of VSM.

We were going to dine outdoors at a place like this...

But we were so happy to stay in, enjoy the view, a bottle of Rosé and eat super healthy instead!

Next stop: Plage Mala.

But before we get there, Nina informed me that we have to stop and eat the best Croissant & Pain au Chocolat in all of France.

So I happily indulged and I must say it's a tie!

My other fave is the bakery just outside Christina Z's apartment on the Avenue Mozart in Paris!!!

OK, here's plage Mala!!! Run fast down that pathway and jump in that water!!! A fantastic little beach club filled with chic sunbathers from all over the world. A gem of a beach in a little hidden cove!

Seaton girls!

Loved her Missoni ensemble!

Buba resting in his condo after a long. tiring day at the beach!

The seahorse symbol of VSM marks the entrance to town. Gotta love that!

Now off to Paloma Beach in Cap Ferrat.

A little shopping at La Dame de la Cote to end our day. The best beach frocks around. You know they will show up in the next Seaton collection.

How cute is this little truck? We were so upset that she wasn't open but evidently she just rolls up the side and sells her chic wares right there at the harbor! That's what I call "Low Retail Overhead!"

My last morning, Nina and I walked around the Cape and ended up at a beautiful little pebbly cove for a quick swim before heading to the Nice airport. I had such an amazing time with her this Summer and we are already planning next year's retreat! Note to self: Need to stay longer!!!