It’s My Birthday, and I’ll Whine If I Want To..

Not today, mind you, but it is this weekend. I am unashamed to admit that I am turning 65 years old. Not that I did much other than eat, sleep, and breathe to get here, but I guess the point… Continue Reading →

Beguiling

There are several ways to define the word ‘beguiling’ (charm/amuse/cheat) – but I always think of the term ‘jolie-laide’ when I think of ‘beguiling’ – that sense of never quiiite being able to pin down what it is that interests/captivates/delights… Continue Reading →

Un Jardin Sous La Mer by Hermes 2026 NEW! NEW!

Hey There Posse! Last week I dropped into our Sydney stand alone Hermes. The concierge is a friend of mine. As Eve, Jenny and I were walking by he smiled so brightly we went in. I was glad to have… Continue Reading →

Summer rerun: LUSH(er) Life

This weekend was the Gilmore car show at The Farmer’s Market next to The Grove. For some reason I thought I would go even though that place on a Saturday is a nightmare. For those of you who have never… Continue Reading →

OH NO! I’m in the Bubble Bath

Hey there Posse. Normally my posts are written in advance and I have a couple spare. Life has been so hectic that this is currently not the case. I’ve been nearly sub,erged in a bubble bath for 90 minutes and… Continue Reading →

Smells like Democracy

Well, today is election day here in California and it wouldn’t be an election without drama. The gubernatorial race you likely have heard of already. It’s a weird all-in primary where the top two vote getters will be on the… Continue Reading →

Secret Tryst by Fragrance Du Bois

Hiya Posse, I know you lot in the Northern Hemisphere are warming up weather wise BUT sometimes you need a warmer fragrance for chill evenings or adventures. Also, nothing says dressed up like a rich, thick and luscious patch/amber with… Continue Reading →