Betsey Johnson Teams up with The Plaza Hotel to Design the New Eloise Suite

Photo courtesy of The Plaza Hotel

Designer Betsey Johnson has teamed up with The Plaza Hotel in New York City to design the new Eloise Suite, based on the beloved fictional character Eloise. This chic new suite features pink-striped walls, chandeliers, neon lighting and so much more. Eloise's suite is located on the 18th floor and consists of not one, but two rooms. Everything about this suite is detailed to perfection to fit the six-year-old character, Eloise. The Palm Court restaurant in the Plaza Hotel is also featuring a special addition to their menu, "Eloise Tea". The new menu items will be comprised of childhood favorites such as, miniature grilled cheese, organic PB&J sandwiches, scones, cupcakes, cookies and more! Rates for the new Eloise Suite start at $995/night and include a monogrammed bathrobe, a $100 gift card to the Eloise shop (located downstairs), an Eloise camera (to document all the fun, of course!), a framed photo of you inside the suite and an Eloise book. Guests also have the option to book the adjourning suite, the "Edwardian Suite," which includes both champagne and truffles and starts at $2045/night and featured a two-bedroom option. The Eloise Ambassador will assist all guests in booking reservations and can be contacted via e-mail at: eloiseattheplaza@fairmont.com.

Hand-painted totes by Francesca Joy Palm Beach

When artist/designer Elise Francesca Fargnoli first began painting, she always had fashion in mind: Would this design look good on a dress, a bikini, shorts, or a skirt? Or even a pillow? Table linens? There was something about every design, color, and every pattern that was developed- it was meant for fashion, but more significantly, meant to be shared and worn. Much like the canvas Elise paints on, the canvas tote bag seemed meant to be painted on. The idea came from a friend who was bored with her plain tote bags, which she, like many others for years, has used for everything from groceries to beach accessories. Fans of Elise's paintings wanted more than just art work in their homes and on their walls - they wanted to wear it.

Elise liked the idea of painting on the bag - as a tote bag is meant to be taken everywhere, and used well for years on end. Though the design is delicate and hand-painted with special textile paint, the bag isn't meant to be treated like that - it is meant to follow the excitement and the changing patterns of your own life. So, Francesca Joy was born - with offices in the heart of Palm Beach, Florida, and the rural, green hills of Pomfret, Connecticut. Elise founded the company in January of 2010 with Carolyn Roy, (Carolyn Roy Interiors) an interior designer from Palm Beach. Roy's work has been noted in Elle Decor, Architectural Digest, and House and Garden. She, too, loved everything - color, design, and couture. They felt joining forces would bring a new twist to the design, fashion, and art world. Besides being a lifestyle collection, FJ is also has a home decor line. This company is owned by Elise Francesca Fargnoli, Rhonda Fargnoli, Alexandra R. Picerne, and Carolyn Roy. FJ is proud to say all items are made in the USA.

Flavor Palm Beach to host “A Good Cause Looks Great on You” Event Thursday, September, 30th from 6-8 p.m. Tory Burch on Worth Avenue, Palm Beach

Flavor Palm Beach to host “A Good Cause Looks Great on You” Event on Thursday, September, 30^th from 6-8 p.m. at Tory Burch on Worth Avenue, Palm Beach to benefit the Red Cross.

Bubbly drinks, sweet treats from the amazing Passion for Pastry, savory appetizers, fantastic goody bag for the first 30 purchasers and a tempting raffle including Flavor Palm Beach dinner for 2 at Morton's and Ruth's Chris as well as beauty treatments from Dr Angela Culverhouse. 10% off purchases and 10% of purchases Tory will donate to the Red Cross.

Free drink when you dine after at Top of the Point. Let me know if you want to join Gina, Meg and I for the Flavor menu dinner - we are making a girls night out of it!

RSVP to bb@flavorpalmbeach.com

Jessica Ricci Jewelry Featured “Deal Spotter” on iVillage

Jessica Ricci Jewelry Featured “Deal Spotter” on iVillage: Jewelry designer Jessica Ricci takes inspiration from her travels to create gorgeous rings, earrings, necklaces and cuffs. And we have to say, we love each and every piece!

This gold vermeil French Lace Cuff Bracelet ($300, now comes out to $180 with the discount, at Jessica Ricci Jewelry) was inspired by 200-year-old linens found in a Parisian market and this cute Coffee Bean Necklace (originally $200, now $120 using the discount code, at Jessica Ricci Jewelry) was crafted as a reminder of a recent trip to Tanzania where coffee is their largest export. So unexpectedly elegant, right? And like most of her pieces, it also comes in super affordable sterling silver for just $36 after the discount.

Our favorite piece though has to be this pair of Aquamarine Dangling Earrings (pictured, originally $350, now comes out to $210 using the coupon code, at Jessica Ricci Jewelry) which gives us the perfect excuse to throw our hair into a bun and go.

Ready to fill up your jewelry box? Simply enter ivillage40 at checkout to save 40 percent on everything at JessicaRicciJewelry.com.

Offer is valid from 6:00 AM (EST) September 27, 2010 through 5:59 AM (EST) October 4, 2010, or while supplies last. Discounts and prices do not include shipping or taxes.

Bakerella's New Book "Cake Pops" Released

Bakerella, Queen of cake pops, has just released her new book called "Cake Pops" of course and she's already #7 on The New York Times best seller! She's doing a book tour at Williams Sonoma around the country. Click here to see if she is coming to a store near you!

International Sweet Table Design Contest

Photo credit to Amy Atlas

Calling all non-professional party planners! It’s your turn to show off your skills. Enter the International Sweet Table Design Contest by Sweet Mommy Girl! Judged by some of my favorites in the industry, Amy Atlas, Courtney from Pizzazzerie, and Jenn from Hostess with the Mostess. Contest ends December 31, 2010.

Official Rules:

Send an email to the jury corresponding to your country with « sweet table contestant » as subject. Please send only horizontal photos not bigger than 700 width with the url link where all the photos are available. For more information and official rules click here.

B. Inspired,

Beth

Fashion Week 2010 Recap

What an invigorating week in New York City…the weather was heavenly, fashionable people were buzzing about the city and many great dinners, of course. With behind the scenes tours at The Knot and Women’s Health magazines and fabulous shows by Catherine Malandrino, Luca Luca and Tibi…this girl was in heaven. Not to mention I started the week off with meeting one of my faves, Rachel Zoe at the Piperlime event and ended with meeting Tory Burch at her Tory Burch Foundation’s event! For anyone that hasn’t been to Fashion’s Night Out it is worth a trip to the city. It is like fashion Madri Gras! Also got to meet up with my favorite girls from Hunter Dixon Clothing Line. I’ve blogged about them before but if you haven’t seen their line check it out at www.hunterdixon.com. So happy to also meet up with many of my friends who are still in the city and try some new restaurants that I haven’t been to…Felice, Kenmare, Pulino’s, etc. Can’t wait to be back in October!

B. Inspired,

Beth