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A long holiday dining table set for a large crowd, abundant food, candles, warm golden light, slightly chaotic and lived-in, flowers and wine glasses, festive and full
From Marianne: The Hosting Headache 🍽️
Elegant glass bottles filled with a creamy ivory drink, tied with red ribbon, holiday greenery and cinnamon sticks in the background, warm golden light, festive and nostalgic
From Marianne: The Daughter Who Grew Up on Crème de Vie (And Didn't Realize It Was Boozy) 🎄
Savvy Talks: What Restaurants Really Do With the Stuff You Leave Behind (And How to Actually Get It Back)
Savvy Talks: What Restaurants Really Do With the Stuff You Leave Behind (And How to Actually Get It Back)
A stunning satin black grand piano in an elegant living room, warm afternoon light streaming through nearby windows, flowers on top, cozy and sophisticated atmosphere
From Marianne: Some Magic and a Steinway in my Living Room
Savvy Talks: The New Rules of Hostess Gift Etiquette
Savvy Talks: The New Rules of Hostess Gift Etiquette
Savvy Talks: The Bird Theory: The Viral Relationship Test That’s Not Really About Birds 🐦
Savvy Talks: The Bird Theory: The Viral Relationship Test That’s Not Really About Birds 🐦
A warm, abundant Thanksgiving table set for a large group, golden candlelight, autumn colors, turkey and side dishes, slightly chaotic and lived-in feel, no people, overhead or slight angle shot
From Marianne: Cue the Crickets 🦗: My Thanksgiving Gratitude Fail
Savvy Talks: The Only Things That Truly Matter in Life
Savvy Talks: The Only Things That Truly Matter in Life
A serene yoga studio with warm morning light streaming through large windows, yoga mats rolled out on a wooden floor, plants in the background, peaceful and inviting, no people
From Marianne: Yoga and Life (Same Thing, Really) 🧘‍♀️
Savvy Talks: How to Handle Rude Airplane Passengers Without Losing Your Cool ✈️
Savvy Talks: How to Handle Rude Airplane Passengers Without Losing Your Cool ✈️
Savvy Talks: Friendsgiving - The Other Thanksgiving That Might Be Even Better
Savvy Talks: Friendsgiving - The Other Thanksgiving That Might Be Even Better
A neatly organized closet with autumn light streaming through a nearby window, warm tones, a few items folded on a shelf, cozy and intentional feel, no people
From Marianne: Edit Your Life, Not Just Your Closet 🍂