This is the chic Connecticut pop-up you’ll want on your calendar this season. You know we love giving you a first look, and this one is worth the essential RSVP. Hosted in a private home in Darien, it’s that perfect blend of exclusive yet effortlessly welcoming. Please join Tricia Crowley as she welcomes THEMIS•Z to Connecticut for an afternoon of sipping, shopping, and just a little bit of pretending we’re already on summer holiday. Elevated, breezy, a little escapist, we’ll

Here’s your invitation to celebrate beautifully! Meet On Brookside where every table tells a story and every gathering becomes a memory in the making. On Brookside began when two New Canaan neighbors met and had a shared belief that even the most casual meals deserve intention. Words we personally live and entertain by! This On Brookside duo is one we had to share as you begin Spring planning! Because the best resources are the ones passed along by your friends here at The

A Self Built Flower Stand Just In Time For Spring Tucked into a backyard in Weston, something special has been quietly blooming and launches this April. Black Shack started as an experiment by Meghan Byrnes-Borderan and Olivier Borderan after leaving NYC for a slower, more hands-on life. What began with a few ideas has grown into rows of specialty tulips, beekeeping, maple syrup, and a whole lot of trial and error, much of it unfolding around a small black shed that gave the

Q+A with Weston-based Stylist Amy Guzzi on her new line of handmade Italian shirts, Lewellyn, are inspired by her family’s love of timeless luxury. Q+A Samantha Yanks: You’ve shared that your grandfather, with humble beginnings always wore a crisp shirt. Was that part of the inspiration behind Lewellyn? Amy Guzzi: I’ve been in many closets and I felt like there was a lack in the quality of well-made closet staples. I wanted to make forever pieces that would never go out of st

Timeless design, ethical craftsmanship, and effortless confidence, The Furies Collective redefines modern luxury. As the holidays approach, we’re choosing gifts that mean something, pieces with soul, story, and strength behind them. ​ Meet The Furies Collective and their pebble-leather handbags and small accessories designed by Darien-based founders Tere Stevens and Barb Kulesz, women who believe sophistication can still feel free-spirited, and luxury doesn’t have to come wit

Meet Fairfield-based Amy Komorowski, one of the most sought after men’s groomers (hair and makeup) in the industry @akgroomer We’re continuing to shine a spotlight on global talent, based right here in Connecticut. Meet Fairfield-based Amy Komorowski, one of the most sought-after men’s groomers (hair and makeup) in the industry, with a devoted list of clients that includes Adam Driver, Austin Butler, Bradley Cooper, Jacob Elordi, Andrew Garfield, and many more, and the Co-Fou

Q+A with Brittany Sansone Tell us about your IG vision? When I started, it began as a way to show my daily outfits as inspiration for others. I didn’t really have a plan and it’s evolved so much in two years. I’m now getting the opportunity to work with brands I shop and love, work with a designer to have a website built so I can start offering more formal styling services and still share my OOTD’s which I find my followers appreciate most. You have amazing approachable style

Two day fête for the opening of the Stephen Kempson London Women’s Made-to-Measure boutique in Westport. It was a VERY stylish weekend at the two day fête for the opening of the Stephen Kempson London Women’s Made-to-Measure boutique in Westport. The shop is the most seamless extension of his beloved bespoke men’s tailoring shop next door. The launch was years in the making and a true labor of love for Stephen and his wife Julia who put together an exclusive VIP quintessent

Style Guru Eleanor Banco Takes Us Shopping For Glam Holiday Gifts! What do you adore about New Canaan + New England? I grew up in CT + spent many years in NYC. I knew I wanted to make my way back to the area + establish roots for our family while remaining close to the city. New Canaan is a perfect spot for us. It’s a mid-sized town with an involved, interesting community of transplants, CT lifers + so much opportunity! New business is pouring in, but the town remains true to

Kerri Rosenthal’s highly anticipated collaboration with the Bobbi Brown is officially live in Westport! The limited-edition makeup collection encourages you to express yourself with beauty products crafted for creativity, all wrapped in artful packaging that reflects Kerri’s distinct, colorful, and playful aesthetic. Featuring Kerri’s iconic Beauty is Love artwork and vibrant day-to-night essentials, this collection inspires a you to interpret their use. We’re crazy partial t

Q+A with founders Emma Kilbride + Ellie Haney of Here For You Clothing: Tell us a bit about @hereforyouclothing: We’re Here for You and our mission is simple: to provide comfort. Physically & Mentally. Only together can we reduce the stigma and start an open, honest, and vulnerable conversation. Every day, our team is dedicated to spreading one important message: YOU ARE NEVER ALONE. What is your goal with the brand? When you relax in our cozy hoodie, see a stranger walkin

Power Duo: Sam & Lex Sam & Lex is a sister-owned fashion business founded in 2015 by Samantha and Alexandra, two sisters with a shared love for style, individuality, and building something meaningful together. What began as a boutique on Manhattan’s Upper East Side quickly grew into a destination for globally curated fashion and personalized shopping. From 2015 to 2018, their storefront offered a handpicked selection of designers from around the world, reflecting timeless sty

6 New Store Openings in Fairfield County all in 1 Weekend! Just in time for the summer weekend, 6 hot new openings you won’t want to miss: NYC fave Slate Cafe lands in Greenwich. They opened their doors Sunday 08/03 at 7:30AM and we got a first look, and we love it. BARVIDA opens its highly-anticipated 3rd wellness outpost on Greenwich Ave. Think organic cold-pressed juices, bowls, smoothies and solid vibes. Hey Roost Kitchen + Coffee brings cozy-chic charm to Fairfi

Lalaa Kanani: Where each piece is created with the premise that life should be lived beautifully Q+A When did you start @lalaakanani and what led you do so? In April 2019, I spent a month in a small mountainous village in northwestern Vietnam studying batik and indigo dyeing with a traditional Hmong master artisan. Connecting with artisans in their workshops around the world, hearing their stories, and learning about the history and methods of how they execute their craft is

Q+A with Savannah Friedkin plus a visit to her first CT pop-up! @savfriedkin We utterly fell in love with Savannah Friedkin’s eco-friendly sustainable fine jewelry line the moment she launched in March. The beloved designer has her first pop-up in CT this weekend! ​ Tell us about what inspired your new namesake sustainable fine jewelry line? I created this brand to start a conversation not only about the way we consider and consume fine jewelry, but also to honor women’s uniq

Meet The Founder What inspired you to launch Vieve? Vieve came to life from my love for travel and admiration for the Wayuu tribe in South America. I was drawn to the skill and dedication of Wayuu women, particularly their beautiful mochila bags. Inspired by their craftsmanship, I set out to create a sustainable, high-quality line of totes and bags that I could infuse my design aesthetic into. What does the brand name translate to? “Vieve” embodies the essence of being “full

Meet Tracy Cho, Wilton resident, mom to 4.5-year-old Harper and five-year-old pup Harry, wife to Andrew, and newly appointed Interim CEO of Tinybeans. Tracy joined Tinybeans following its acquisition of Qeepsake, a company she led for three years. Both brands share a meaningful mission: helping families capture, protect, and cherish their stories so parents can focus on making memories. She’s just back from Australia, where the company is based, and yes, she encountered her

Opening July 2026 We’re so excited to share that LaSource , known for a curated collection of intimates, sleepwear, swimwear, and resort, is opening its third Fairfield County location in the heart of downtown Westport at 7 Church Lane, in the buzziest area by the new C repes Choupette and V an Leeuwen Ice Cream and the highly-anticipated Maman LaSource has shops in New Canaan and Darien, and we’ve been loyal shoppers since day 1. It’s their chic selection, surely, but