MC Style Staple: The Jackie Headscarf

Fact: I love a headscarf.  It provides instant polish and has that certain glamour factor of the starlets-off-duty from the 1950's and 60's.  Plus it really and truly does keep hair in place and off the face .  On a recent jaunt through the desert, I put the headscarf to the test (is there anything more fun than driving top down in a zippy convertible through the Grand Canyon?).  Results:  It expertly kept hair from getting knotted and was a chic alternative to the standard (read: ho-hum) baseball cap.  

No one may have worked the headscarf better than Jackie in Capri.  Immortalized in chambray, red and pucci patterns, Jackie wore her scarf low on the forehead, tied at the nape of the neck, with her iconic sunglasses perched on top.  I love this look for humid summer days when you just can't handle the though of turning on the dryer.

Here a few scarfs to check out for summer:

Engenia Kim @Anthropologie, J. Crew, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Tory  Burch, Kate Spade

Object of Desire: Herb Garden

I'm not one for DIY crafts, but this season, I'm determined to start an indoor herb garden.  As a somewhat amateur cook, I love the idea of having fresh herbs readily available; however, as a non-existent gardener, the idea of growing something, especially in an apartment, seems a daunting task.  (Though I must say our one little plant is so far surviving!  This plant requires little water, or light, or effort...)  Just think fresh basil for pizza or mint for mojitos...it's the perfect way to bring a bit more Spring indoors.  Stay tuned to see how the garden grows!

Check out this great step-by-step guide on apartment therapy.

Well Read: Coffee Table Books

One gift I love to give and receive is a coffee table book.  I love to stack them around the house, changing them out every once in a while, to reflect a certain mood, a style or a theme.  I love that they can reflect different facets of your personality, secret (or not so secret) interests, and an ingrained sense of style.  Mine are a mix between style and travel while the Mr. C's veer to the outdoor set.  Together, I think they perfectly represent us - a little town and little country.

Here are a few favorites and a few I'm looking to add to my collection:

Object of Desire: Midi Skirt

March is here, and I'm itching for warm weather.  It's need to be here, like, yesterday.  I'm ready to break out the Spring clothes, and never more so than the mid-length skirt. It feels entirely fresh and modern, all the while remaining totally work and brunch friendly.  I love that it works for day and night, and can be dressed up with a white button down or a black crew neck t-shirt.  I'm currently coveting this citrus number from Lord and Taylor, and by coveting, I mean #cannotwaittoown.  It's happening.  My favorite part, the pockets!  That element alone makes this a must-have for future events, shows and openings.

Beauty Resolutions

I'm not one for resolutions.  However, every December I'm inevitably faced with the question, "So, what is your resolution?"  Cringe. This year, like most others, it's the same - just be "better" at things - floss more, do more charity, commit to yoga, the usual. Healthy to-dos that often get sidelined when life gets busy. Then I read that model Hilary Rhoda would resolve to drink more water every time it was asked if she wanted something to drink.  Genius!  I never drink enough water, and if she needs some, I definitely do - resolution conundrum solved!  I'm happy to report that as we enter March, this is one thing that I've kept to.  I may not be up to the prescribed 8 glasses, but definitely getting better!  As for the yoga, well I did watch a video, on a mat, wearing my yoga clothes - that sort of counts, right?

Style Inspiration: Grace Kelly

Chic, understated and utterly feminine, Grace Kelly is undoubtedly the epitome of classic style. And while the princess years were clearly a royal success, for me, it's all about the Hitchcock era - Dial M for Murder, Rear Window and To Catch a Thief.  The mid-length skirt, the gloves, and nipped waist - her wardrobe, compliments of Ms. Edith Head was in a word, flawless.  However, the best part of Grace's style was that it was unwavering and always true to her.

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