Author Archives: By SANDRA BALLENTINE

Pop Rocks | Irene Neuwirth

The Los Angeles-based jeweler’s striking pendant was inspired by a recent road trip across northern Spain.


Vain Glorious | Grooming Rx

An old-style apothecary in SoHo that is more a cabinet of curiosities than a drugstore.


English Accents | Burberry Beauty

The quintessential English brand is coming to a makeup counter near you.


Vain Glorious | Tom Ford’s Luxe Lips

Sex in a stick best describes these lush, creamy and richly pigmented new lipsticks.


Now Accessorizing | Forbidden Fruit

The New York-based jeweler Tito Pedrini interprets the pomegranate.


Sandra’s Sources | Koi Meets Girl

Paris Kain’s latest project, designing exquisite, hand-painted kimonos, was inspired by a trip to Kyoto.


Now Accessorizing | Rabbit Is Rich

Bling for the hippity-hop set.


Now Accessorizing | Heavenly Gate

A unique jewelry line called Prediletto uses travel as a theme for its first collection.


Now Accessorizing | Give Him the Boot

A stylish, yet practical, pair of boots inspired by Greenwich Village hipsters and bohemians.


Sandra’s Sources | Destination Shopping

Manhattan’s hopping Ace Hotel has become a place to find useful objects and unusual souvenirs.