Category: Travel

  • MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK AFRICA

    Johannesburg – Fashion Capital It is hard to believe that in just a few years South Africa has gone from struggles between the races to a country of same-sex marriages, economic boom and even a burgeoning fashion industry. Johannesburg has become Ground Zero for fashion with editors, buyers, and international designers longing to showcase their…

  • BEST OF FALL – WEATHER READY

    Show that cold, rainy weather who’s the boss with these must have weather appropriate staples. I’ll be the first to admit I don’t wear gloves, even when it’s below freezing, because of how annoying it is to remove them every time I need to answer a phone call, send an email or answer a text. Echo…

  • HUNTER BOOT GOES ON TOUR

    Hunter’s Wellington-style rain boots have been a travel necessity for the whole StyleCartel team. We have taken them through a trek in the muddy woods of Seattle and walking down the chic streets of Paris and New York. Sporadic rainfall and never-ending spring showers are typical in our travels and we always pack a pair…

  • TRAVEL + LEISURE GLOBAL BAZAAR PREVIEW

    Today was the press preview of one of the most internationally themed events – Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar℠. This global bazaar commenced with belly dancers entertaining the waiting line as they entered the venue. Taking place at the spacious Lexington Avenue Armory, it felt like being on a first class ride to everywhere. My…

  • HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY, CABOODLES!

    Remember back in the day when you “HAD to have a Caboodle”? Do you also remember when you told your mom that same line and she looked at you like you were nuts?  Seriously, Caboodles was everything to every girl. It’s where I housed my favorite flavored Lip Smacker and my mom’s red REVLON nail…