Dominican Republic Travel Diary

A few weeks ago in a moment of spontaneity, I decided I needed a vacation so I booked a flight to the Dominican Republic and three days later I was off! I chose DR because I wanted to go somewhere that was no more than a 4 hour nonstop flight from New York and where I could get a great rate at a great hotel that wasn’t too remote. I went alone with absolutely no agenda and spent five glorious days soaking up the sun with nothing to worry about except whether to order a pina coloda or a strawberry …

12 Sweet Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays where it’s cute to be kitschy. Whether it’s hearts, cupid’s arrows, lips or love knots, I love it all! Here are 12 super cute gift ideas that are sure to melt your Valentine’s heart!

1. Chocolate Chip Cookies / 2. Coin Pouch / 3. Kiss Sweater / 4. Heart to Heart iPhone Case / 5. Lady Bug Floral Bouquet / 6. I Love You a Latte Mug / 7. Heart & Be Mine Spatula Set / 8. Love Canvas Tote / 9. Marble Heart Box /  10. Gold Heart Bud Vase / 11. …

Alexander Wang’s $8,800 Beanbag Chair

Did you guys hear about Alexander Wang’s new furniture collection? He’s teaming up with Italian company Poltrana Frau, known for its luxury leathers, to launch a 4 piece capsule collection that includes, among other things, an $8,800 leather beanbag char and a bar cabinet that costs $18,500. The pieces are all black leather with awesome Milo Baughman-esque brass bases. I’m a huge fan of Wang’s edgy fashion and own several of his pieces but I’m not sure how I feel about his latest venture. As a designer I completely understand the value of handcrafted luxury goods and I also …

Greetings from the Dominican Republic!

A couple of weeks ago I blogged about how I was dying to take a vacation to unwind and clear my head and obviously, I didn’t waste any time at all! After a week straight of frigid temperatures in the teens coupled with feeling a bit scatter brained going into the new year, I decided to book a last-minute getaway to the Dominican Republic. I’m so glad I did! I’m here, doing absolutely nothing and having a wonderful time. Here are a few snaps from my Instagram – be sure to follow me there @nicolegibbonsstyle for real time updates on …

My Favorite Food Subscription Boxes

Subscription boxes seem to be everywhere these days and the latest crop of subscription box offerings to hit the market center around my most favorite thing ever – food! Nothing gets me more excited than food and I recently appeared on The Better Show to talk about the food subscription box trend and share a few of my favorites! Read on and be sure to scroll to the bottom for a link to watch the video of the segment! Have you tried any of these boxes? Which ones are your faves?

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