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January 8th, 2014 — Cleaning, THE WIFE Guide, Tips
Winter and cashmere…. the two practically go hand in hand! Every WIFE loves bundling up in those cozy cuddly sweaters and scarves, but unfortunately special laundered care comes along with it! Surely the majority of you wives just drop your sweaters off at the dry cleaners and wave goodbye. However, for the select few of you who enjoy the task of laundry, THE WIFE has prepared step by step guide on how to clean your cashmere at home. Click “continue reading” for THE WIFE’s Guide to Caring for Cashmere and the best products to use. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
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November 21st, 2013 — Thanksgiving, THE WIFE Guide, Tips
Thanksgiving is next week and if you’re hosting dinner at your home, it can get overwhelming very quickly. Alice Ryan of A Company PR sits down to tell THE WIFE how she prepares herself for the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday. Keep reading for helpful tips on how to plan for this chaotic day. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
- First I create a guest list so I can get an idea of how many people I’ll be cooking for. Next I send out invitations and find out about any guests food allergies.
- I always send a beautiful invitation from illustrator Happy Menocal, but if time is not on my side, I send out invitations from Paperless Post.
- Once I have my headcount for dinner, I know the quantity of food I’ll need, can put together my menu, begin finding the recipes I want to use and make a master grocery list.
- If I am a guest attending a dinner, I figure out ahead of time what I can bring or contribute to the dinner. Along with a well thought out host or hostess gift, I love giving gift baskets from Fortnum & Mason. Their gooseberry and elderflower Jam with lemon curd biscuits are a must!
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November 21st, 2013 — Domestic Goddess, Food, Gifts, THE WIFE Guide, Things I Love
It’s nearly that time of year! When you’re extended endless invitations to Thanksgiving, Hanukkah or Christmas dinners, weekends away at Swiss chalets and holiday homes in Mustique. Surely you wouldn’t dream of showing up empty handed. THE WIFE has created the ultimate guide for the best treats to pack away in your luggage or send ahead or after as a thank you. Starting with the best pumpkin pie in Los Angeles from Urth Cafe (photographed above), call ahead to place your orders now for Thanksgiving dinner. (Also available in a vegan, gluten-free option) Click “continue reading” to see what you should be giving from coffee and tea to ice cream and breakfast treats for christmas morning! –Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
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January 22nd, 2013 — Beauty, Health, THE WIFE Guide, Tips
Oprah in trusts him with her skin, my mother swears by him and I religiously use his products till the very last drop. You could say Dr. Lancer is perhaps one of the most sought after dermatologists in the world. His stunning Beverly Hills practice has grown into a highly trusted and recognized brand for cosmetic rejuvenation and cutting edge treatments. His inspiration comes from improving the quality and appearance of his clients skin. I spoke with Dr. Lancer to get his top 10 tips for skin care for THE WIFE -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE.
1. Your skincare regimen should change with the seasons: There should be significant changes when it comes to winter skin care. Cleansing in winter should be more gentle without the use of exfoliants or a harsh toner. Try the Lancer Skincare Extremely Pure Cleanse for a gentle yet effective cleanser. The best ingredient to use in the cold seasons is Shea butter (LRX Nourish). It’s best to avoid harsh retinoic acid blends. When it starts heating up, be sure to wear sunscreen every day, and reapply every 2 hours. We all love tanned skin, but everyone hates sun spots.
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