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Elevate your favorite holiday outfits with beautiful accessories & shoes from Saks! Get ready for the holidays with these bags, earrings and holiday heels by clicking on the images below!
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Here is this year’s holiday gift guide… with BEAUTIFUL gifts! Around this time of year, I get requests for a guide with items that you can give when you aren’t familiar with a person’s size, so in this gift guide you will find timeless options for a sister, mother, friend, co-worker, cousin, and yourself too!
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Feel free to message me via e-mail, or on Instagram each time you need help finding a gift for yourself or a loved one at Saks Fifth Avenue, I am happy to help you!
Lots of love!
Florencia
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We just returned from spending a weekend in Woodstock, and I am excited to share all about it! Are you considering a trip to Vermont? I love exploring the charming towns and cities of New England, and driving through the state of Vermont during autumn seemed like the loveliest idea, so Woodstock was an easy choice for us!
Crossing covered bridges, tasting Vermont’s famous maple syrup, and seeing the magical colors of fall – that’s what Autumn in Vermont is all about! We came back from Vermont in love, so here is what we did, where we stayed, and what you can expect to see if you go!
In my United States Guides you will find more ideas for road trips and getaways in the country.
Woodstock – The perfect New England weekend getaway destination.
Where is Woodstock, VT?
Woodstock is located in the state of Vermont, in the New England area of the country.
How far is Woodstock?
The trip from New York City to the town of Woodstock is around 250 miles (402 km) via I-95 and I-91. The drive took us a little over 4 hours, with normal driving conditions and very little traffic on a Friday morning. If you are visiting Woodstock from Boston, the trip is 140 miles (225 km). Woodstock’s location makes it a perfect weekend destination.
Which airport is best for Woodstock?
Lebanon Municipal Airport (LEB) is 16 miles from Woodstock, a 25 minute drive.
Burlington International Airport (BTV) is 87 miles from Woodstock, a 1+ hour drive.
Another option is to fly into Albany International Airport (ALB), and drive a little over 100 miles to Woodstock. If you enjoy exploring by car, I would suggest to fly into Boston Logan Airport (BOS) or any of New York City’s airports, and drive up to Vermont.
Why visit Woodstock, Vermont?
Woodstock is incredibly precious all year round! Vermont is also a destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts, so if you find yourself in Killington Ski Resort, the biggest ski resort in Vermont, I highly recommend adding a stop to Woodstock to your trip (a 30 minute drive).
Where to stay in Woodstock VT?
We stayed at the wonderful and historic Woodstock Inn & Resort, located just steps from the village of Woodstock. Staying at this resort had been on my bucket-list for years, and although snow is typically expected during the month of November, we enjoyed temperatures in the high 60s all weekend long!
The Woodstock Inn is a New England gem that has been cherished for decades. The original property, Richardson’s Tavern, was built in 1793 and renamed The Eagle Hotel in 1830. Years later, during the tourism boom of the mid-19th century, the new Woodstock Inn was built on the tavern’s original site, quickly becoming Vermont’s first winter-sports center for tourists.
The Red Rooster – Woodstock Inn’s Restaurant
After an afternoon exploring the village of Woodstock, we headed back to the hotel for dinner at the Red Rooster, a restaurant located inside the resort. The drinks we ordered were excellent, Bees Knees and the seasonal Woodstock Warmer. I recommend starting with their beet & apple salad (with mint and yogurt dressing!) or the autumn squash soup, and having the prime ribeye as the main course. Don’t forget to order dessert, the pumpkin cremeux and the maplewood orchard were both delicious.
The Woodstock Inn has been beautifully preserved thanks to the Rockefeller’s generosity and a major renovation that took place in 1967 to modernize the property.
Laurance Rockefeller was a conservationist interested in creating eco-friendly resorts, including the Woodstock Inn in Vermont, and properties in Hawaii, and Wyoming.
How many rooms does the Woodstock Inn have?
The Woodstock Inn has 142 elegant rooms and suites that embrace Vermont’s style.
The Woodstock Inn warmly welcomes dogs and has pet-friendly rooms, so we brought our two elder pups with us on this vacation. 🙂
See all rooms at the Woodstock Inn & Resort here.
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What to do in Woodstock?
Woodstock, one of the most beautiful towns in North America.
Visit a Covered Bridge
Vermont is home to more than 100 covered bridges, more than any other U.S. state! The majority of these bridges were constructed during the mid and late 19th Century. While visiting Woodstock you can explore Middle Covered Bridge, one of the most picturesque covered bridges in Vermont, located across the street from the Woodstock Inn! Other covered bridges near Woodstock include Taftsville Covered Bridge, Lincoln Covered Bridge, and Quechee Covered Bridge.
Shop at Local Stores
During our walk around the village of Woodstock, we stopped at as many local shops as I could! I love buying unique gifts to bring back home, and I bought a cheese board, the cutest red jar for serving maple syrup, Christmas decorations made by local artisans, holiday cards, and magnets! Be sure to stop by F.H. Gillingham & Sons, a New England general store that has been in business for over 130 years, selling everything from jams and maple syrup, to clothing and toys. Visiting their store was like stepping back in time!
Sample Maple Syrup & Cheddar Cheese
We also enjoyed Maple Creemees, a Northern staple made with local Vermont maple syrup at Woodstock Scoops, the local ice-cream shop!
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The holiday season is officially here! I am excited share outfit ideas throughout the season to help you find the best outfit to wear to a holiday party, celebration or event!
Stay tuned to my weekly holiday picks from Saks Fifth Avenue! And feel free to message me to shop together at Saks, for styling tips, or help finding sizes! I love hearing from you guys!
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I find one-shoulder dresses to be so elegant, and this pleated dress is no exception! I have those drop earrings and love wearing them on special ocassions.
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Lace dresses are so feminine so selecting this one was easy! I own these gold platform heels, and love how they can elevate any dress that you wear (while also providing you with extra height).
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The holiday season is the perfect time of the year to wear the color gold, and these black pumps have been on my list! Let me know if you get them for yourself 🙂
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Here is a velvet beauty! This embellished minidress is a total showstopper!
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When I start shopping for special ocassions, I love to start at Saks Fifth Avenue. They have a large variety of both contemporary and designer dresses, shoes and accessories. Last year I wore a similar red lace dress for dinner with my family on Christmas Eve. I have this ivory clutch, and love the embossed detail that it has.
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I don’t know about you, but I love wearing velvet this time of year. I am always on the lookout for cute velvet dresses, and that is why I included this one as well! How about you?!
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All the heart eyes for this green dress and its bow detail! This luxury dress is definitely for a super fancy event. Always remember that a hair accessory (like this sparkly headband) will make your entire outfit look so put together. I am wearing a size 2 in this dress.
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Dresses that have a fit-&-flare silhouette are so adorable! The fit of this one is really good, and I love the spaguetti straps detail. You won’t be disappointed with this dress, it is truly lovely!
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Hello loves! On Saturday, after dinner at Quality Italian, we made our way to the Metropolitan Opera to see Luigi Cherubini’s 1979 Opera, MEDEA. This is a unique co-production of the Metropolitan Opera, Greek National Opera, Canadian Opera Company, and Lyric Opera of Chicago that kicked off the 2022-23 season last month. The Met has never presented Cherubini’s most celebrated work until this season, so it is a must-see!
The performance of Medea is anchored by the soprano Sondra Radvanovsky, a role that Maria Callas championed on stage in the 1950s. If you are planning to visit New York City this month, I highly recommend that you get tickets to see this wonderful opera.
The Met Opera’s 2022-23 season is full of outstanding works, including two that I am looking forward to seeing: La Traviata and L’Elisir d’Amore. See the full list at the bottom of this post!
METROPOLITAN OPERA HISTORY
The Metropolitan Opera was founded in 1883, with its first opera house built on Broadway and 39th Street. In the early years all performances were in Italian, then they were in German, until it was decided that most works would be performed in their original language.
Construction of the “new” Metropolitan Opera House began in 1959 and continued over the next ten years. It is now located at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, a 16-acre complex that is home to the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, New York City Ballet, New York City Opera, the Chamber Music Society, the Film Society, the Juilliard School, the Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Library for the Performing Arts and the School of American Ballet.
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MEDEA OPERA SYPNOSYS & REVIEW
Glauce, princess of Corinth, is preparing for her wedding to the hero Giasone. For years, Giasone has been in a relationship with the sorceress Medea, the mother of his children. Glauce worries that Medea, who is still in love with Giasone, may do something to stop the wedding. Wedding festivities are interrupted when Medea appears and demands that Giasone return to her. Giasone rejects Medea’s pleas, but Medea, hurt and enraged, curses Giasone, calling on the gods of Olympus to help her take revenge. After Medea is requested to leave the city, Medea pleads to be allowed just one more day with her children.
To learn how the story ends, you need to watch this performance! This play can be summarized with this statement: Medea is the most notorious sorceress of all.
MET TITLES
If you decide to go to the Metropolitan Opera House, be sure to turn on the “Met Titles” as soon as you sit down. You will see that they appear on individual screens mounted on the back of each row of seats. Titles are provided for all Met performances in English, Spanish, and German. Titles are also provided in Italian for Italian-language operas. This is a unique system of real-time translation that I personally find magnificent – it helps you better understand the performances.
Overall, going to the opera is a marvelous experience that is a great excuse to dress up for!
Enjoy and make a great evening out of it!
WHAT IS A GOOD FIRST OPERA TO SEE?
For first-timers I suggest: La Traviata, La Bohème, Tosca and Don Giovanni! All of these are popular operas that will have you coming back to the Met for more.
MET OPERA RUSH TICKETS
Rush tickets go on sale for Monday through Friday evening performances at Noon, for matinees four hours before curtain, and for Saturday evenings at 2:00 pm. These tickets are only available online and are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
MET OPERA TOURS
Tours of the Met Opera are currently suspended until further notice.
MET OPERA ON DEMAND
If you prefer to watch The Metropolitan Opera’s performances from the comfort of your home, you can do so with their online streaming service.
The Met Opera has an unlimited subscription plan for $14.99 per month or $149.99 per year, and there are more than 800 full-length performances that you will be able to choose from. Learn more about this streaming service here.
There are free apps available for Amazon Fire TV and Tablet, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, Android, Roku, and Samsung Smart TV.
METROPOLITAN OPERA HD
Another option is to visit your local theatre and watch the Met’s performances there! The Met’s 2022–23 season of live movie theater transmissions features ten productions that can be seen in cinemas worldwide. Search for cinemas by city in this link here.
WHAT TO SEE AT THE METROPOLITAN OPERA 2022-23
Here are my suggestions on what to see at the Met Opera during 2022-23!
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