Plaza Holiday Gift Guide

Country Club Plaza Stores

Tivol- Roberto Coin Diamond earrings

H&M- conscious coat and cream sweater

Urban Outfitters- Ugg boots

Sephora- Replica perfume, Bread hair oil, Butter lotion, Rose Inc. makeup, Gucci nail polish

West Elm- wall hanging

Barnes and Noble- Cards Against Humanity game and Sustainable Kitchen cookbook

Anthropologie- Candles

Eileen Fisher- slippers

Mens and Kids

Tivol- Panerai watch

Coach- messenger bag

Sunglass Hut- Tom Ford sunglasses

H&M- conscious mens knit and jacket. Kids dinosaur and jumper/hat

J.Crew- mens shoe

North Face- Beanie

Sephora- Clinique skincare and Tom Ford cologne

Deibels- shaving brush

Tumi- recycled suitcase

Barnes and Noble- kids books

West Elm- play kitchen

Urban Outfitters- recycled tote and record player

Tonal Texture with Bldwn

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Bldwn Fall 19 is by far my favorite collection to date… with its ribbed textures and buttery soft leathers. I am a forever fan of neutrals and the local KC favorite are known for doing nothing better than muted tones and strong classic colors. These tonal pieces mixed with the supple leathers are just what the cooler weather called for.

wearing Bldwn

micah dress in studio beige

april sweater in black

wednesday skirt in black

Sssssseline

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dress - Céline 

photography - Paul Versluis  

 Getting my hands on an “old Céline” piece was something one could only dream about... seeing as Phoebe has developed more than just a cult following. But with Hedi Slimane “manning” the ship now, hoards of crazed Philophiles have been pillaging websites such as The Real Real, Vestaire Collective and EBay for a taste of her gone-too-soon previous collections. The snakeskin dress was on my wish list when I happened across it one fateful day. It will live in infamy in my closet AND on my body until the day I die. Long Live Phoebe. 

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Morocco

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The Medina  

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ysl museum 

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The Medina  

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 nomad

The Souks

The Souks

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High Atlas Mountains  

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Ouarzazate 

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spice markets 

Camp Erg Chigaga  

Camp Erg Chigaga  

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The Souks

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Attico Dress 

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Morocco has always been a dream of mine, ever since I was a child and read books about far away places up until last year when I finally finished The Alchemist. Northern Africa is what long lost adventures are made of...  from wandering nomads crossing the Sahara Desert to ancient spice markets and tales of sheep herders crossing the Straight of Gibraltar in search of gold.  I finally thought what am I waiting for?!? Book your tickets Amy! I booked our plane tickets through Lisbon (out of nyc... the cheapest flights) which turned out to be a saving grace when our flights were delayed 24 hours allowing us to spend the layover in Portugal.  Another spectacular spot I can’t wait to return and spend more time exploring. Touching down in Marrakech was no doubt one of the most exciting moments of my life and to be able to share the experience with my youngest (4 years old) made it all the more fun. We began at Ryad Dyor  in the famous Medina for a couple of nights and it’s hands down one of my favorite spots to date. We ate our way through the narrow streets (we ate at mainly local spots and it was all DELICIOUS) and into the famed Souks for shopping and exploring. We were carrying more than our weight in baskets and rugs by the end. We wandered the YSL museum, where Stella almost knocked down every mannequin in a domino effect. Most places do not serve alcohol which I thoroughly enjoyed, it made for a relaxing child friendly environment that doesn’t consist of tourists getting drunk and acting like fools (no offense tourists). The next leg of our adventure was by far my favorite, the Wild Morocco tour through the high Atlas Mountains into the Sahara Desert. I was a bit unsure of the nearly 10 hour drive with a 4 year old, but we chose to break up the drive both ways and stay in old Kasbah’s en route. First up was Kasbah Ellouze in Ouarzazate, near the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou. This was a French owned Kasbah with a pool and breathtaking views in every direction and the BEST home cooked meal we experienced. There were tiny stores with special finds that had to be 1000 years old (so LEGIT vintage) for just a few dollars. We explored ruins close by and got to pet the local donkeys and camels before taking a dip in the pool to cool off. The next day we headed to the desert for 2 nights of Glamping. The Sahara was every bit as magical as I expected, if not more. The sunsets, the family style meals, the sand boarding and camel riding. It was all absolutely perfect and we were in heaven. One thing I have to say about the Moroccans, they LOVE children and Stella couldn’t have had more fun listening to music and playing with everyone (even the camp kitten). We were sad to say goodbye to Boo Boo (he was in charge of the camp)  but our next stop was Kasbah Azul  for more home cooked meals and even a Hammam/Mud Bath. Everywhere we turned there were more farm animals and magical spots awaiting... if anyone questions the child friendliness of Morocco, look no further. We headed back to Marrakech to stay outside the Medina for our last 2 evenings at the Amanjena. I have to say, it’s an absolutely stunning resort and very photogenic but in no way did it compare to the specialness of staying at ancient Kasbahs and a Ryad in the Medina (just my personal opinion). Morocco was one of the most amazing, breathtaking, kindest and soul changing places I’ve been yet. The people, the food and the earth itself feel other worldly and I cannot wait to experience it all over again one day. Thank you Morocco ☀️🙏🏼☀️

 

Stay - Ryad Dyor    Kasbah Ellouze   

         Kasbah Azul   Wild Morocco 

 

Eat - Nomad   Terrasse Le Mederse

 

Go - YSL Museum and Gardens 

 

Wearing - Baldwin    Deitas   Beek  

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