‘Twas the month before Christmas

Tim came up with the cutest poem about Milly & Grace and it’s a twist on a Christmas classic.  It was featured on the Nantucket BlACKbook earlier this week, but I wanted to share it with our readers.

‘Twas the Month before Christmas

by, Tim Ehrenberg

‘Twas the month before Christmas and all through the store
Emily Hollister has out all her Christmas decor.

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Nantucket Island, 2 Washington Street is the place
Where there’s a women’s boutique called Milly & Grace 

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Known for their vintage inspired and signature brand
At Christmas time, it’s like a winter wonderland.
 
First, there is glitter and sparkle galore
Look a little closer and you will see more.
 
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Decorative wreaths, cabins and trees: How will you decide?
But wait! What is on the other side?
 
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Candles, snowmen and tinsel in red
Ornaments and note pads; Gee what a spread!
 
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Colorful bulbs and glitter houses sparkle with ease
Hang some glitter deer on all your Christmas trees
 
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Mark your Karen Adams Calendar for Nantucket’s Christmas Stroll
December 6th-8th: more festive than Santa’s North Pole
 
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If you won’t be on island, have peace of mind
Milly & Grace’s boutique sells online
 
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www.millyandgrace.com is the site
We’ll keep your Christmas shopping merry and bright
 
Clothing, Cashmere, Jewelry and more
Free Shipping from Nantucket to your front door
 
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The perfect holiday gifts wrapped up just right
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!
 
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We hope to see you for Nantucket’s Christmas Stroll this weekend! 

Wedding Wednesday – Ring Inspired

Emily’s Pick: The Caroline Ring from the Vintage Collection  

emilyringI’m always drawn to anything vintage!   An elegant winter wedding came to mind while looking at this delicate yet sophisticated art deco ring.  First you must pick the dress as it set the tone for the rest of the wedding – The ivory Onyx dress from Bhldn fits the bill.  Accessories make an outfit so add a faux fur stole (because it will be cold of course), nails should be painted the color “wicked” from Essie, and lips coated in Mac’s Pure Zen. Flowers come next with a light pink, burgundy, soft green and cream palette.  For the table decor, adding touches of vintage inspiration wherever you can, like vintage plates, will tie it all together!

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Credits: Dress, Nail PolishFur , LipstickFlowers,  , Table

Allison’s Pick: Custom Designed Ring – Cushion Cut in the Harmony Setting

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I had the hardest time creating a wedding inspiration board.  First, I decided to have some fun and build my own engagement ring!  That was the easy part.  I selected a 3 carat cushion cut conflict free diamond in the 18k white gold harmony setting!

Next, it was time to choose the dress.  Hmmmmm, Hmmmmmmm.  4 hours go by… I am not one of those girls who has their wedding all planned out.  I would love to have a rustic winter wedding, or an elegant New York, or a bohemian wedding.  I am so not picky.  The problem is I am an actress and I see myself in so many different ways!  So, I decided to take inspiration from old Hollywood… the traditional aspects (without the glitz and the drama).  Take a look…

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Photo credit: Dress, FlowersNail Polish, LipstickChampagne Tower, Cake

Caroline’s Pick –  Bella Diamond Ring 

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When it comes to engagement rings, I am drawn to romantic, delicate, and vintage looking pieces.  So, of course, I am all giddy with excitement. Because of the resemblance of a flower in this ring, my mind went straight to a spring wedding. A whimsical, romantic spring wedding with tons of flowers. And of course a lipstick and nail polish to match.

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 Photo Credit: Wedding Dress, Bouquet, Hair, Nail Polish, Lipstick, Cake, Drinks

 

ElegantWinterWedding  Old Hollywood Wedding  SweetSummerWedding

Lausanne Christmas Market

It certainly is beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here in Lausanne. And I am just loving it! There are lights and Christmas trees going up, there is usually a light snow dusting every morning, and the Christmas markets have officially started! We have been seeing the booths being set up for weeks now but it didn’t open until last weekend! So, we took a study break and headed down there one night for some hot wine, raclette (a traditional Swiss dish of potatoes drenched in raclette cheese!), and waffles for dessert as we wandered through the market looking at what each booth had to offer. And I may or may not have picked up a few Christmas gifts for my family!

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lausannexmasmarket5I just love the holidays! Don’t you??