There’s nothing better than enjoying a lazy weekend brunch with a Bloody Mary, that classic cocktail made with tomato juice, vodka, spices and seasonings. It often includes Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, black pepper, celery salt and “a curveball ingredient that is generally left up to the creator,” says Brian Bartels, author of the new book […]
Everyone knows that all brides should wear “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, a sixpence in your shoe.” These additions to the bridal outfit, popularized by the Old English rhyme, were thought to bring good luck. For the something blue, why not wear blue shoes for an unexpected pop of color under your […]
It’s hard to believe, but shorts on men are a relatively modern convention, popularized in the 1950s and 60s. Before that, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, shorts were strictly for boys and often called “short pants” or “knickerbockers.” During World War II, soldiers stationed in the tropics were issued shorts to keep […]
Heads up! Mother’s Day is fast approaching, on Sunday, May 14. Let the style pros at GARMANY help you pick out something special for your mom, mother-in-law and mother of your children. These ladies do the heavy lifting and deserve the best, don’t you agree? There’s a huge selection of beautiful clothing at GARMANY that […]
Summertime and the living is…more casual, so slip on some comfortable sneakers to kick around town in. These days, sneakers can be as stylish as more formal footwear, and a new pair will really elevate your weekend look. GARMANY carries several lines, including Brunello Cucinelli, which makes handcrafted sneakers for both men and women. The sneakers […]
When the weather warms up, we start craving lobster rolls. Thankfully, there’s a host of seafood festivals coming soon to our area where we can indulge in our favorite summer treat and much more: New Jersey Seafood Festival, May 19-21 Silver Lake Park, 5th and Ocean Ave., Belmar Eat super-fresh seafood while listening to music, […]
Spring is a busy time for entertaining, with communions, graduations, backyard parties and more, but even if you have the perfect menu planned, you may be wondering which wine to serve with your food. Thankfully, there’s an app for that. Input what you’re serving into Hello Vino, and it will offer helpful pairing recommendations. The […]
Things have changed a lot since everyone used to dress up for airplane travel. In this day and age, men are more likely to be wearing casual trousers and women athleisure. In addition, some folks treat their seat space like their bedroom, slathering on moisturizer and digging into their snacks when they get hungry. It’s […]
Briefcases and satchels do the trick just fine, but sometimes two shoulder straps are the best way to move your daily stuff through the world. Anyone who decided backpacks were an ‘immature’ fashion choice has become sorely mistaken—some of the most respected designers are putting out takes on the semester abroad essential, and some of […]
It’s practically a fashion axiom: The little black dress is supposed to be one of the core items in your closet. These days, however, many women are more likely to ditch the dress and slide on their skinny black jeans instead. The pairs made by LA denim magnates J Brand? Especially coveted. Some may say […]
