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Meet Janel Alexander -- Fashion Stylist, BuildbyJanel
-- Greenwich, CT --
BUILDbyjanel is a personal fashion stylist working with clients
to organize, create and shop.
On any given day in Greenwich you can see fashion stylist Janel on the hunt for great fashion pieces, stylish and on trend, she exudes coolness. Janel has a particular eye for matching great statement pieces with her clients personal tastes. She reviews a client's entire wardrobe and works to help the client edit & select the most important pieces to complement with new ones.
With 15+ years in the industry specializing in fit with top retailers and designers, Janel works with both men and women who are looking for distinctive looks for both their personal and professional lives. Based in Greenwich CT, Janel works with clients in the tri state area and virtually beyond.
"I believe there is a more modern way to manage a wardrobe. Especially in a world of too much, less truly is more and it is a cathartic experience to free oneself of excess and focus in on simply what works. I am a personal stylist who specializes in managing a closet from the inside out and seamlessly integrating your wardrobe with your life. City life to suburbs, age, wisdom and humor taught me how to work with others on simply what I love doing!" - Janel
Where do you find your inspiration?
How did you get your start as a stylist?
Janel's Top Three Must Haves:
What is the best way for clients to work with you and contact you?
My website and contact me page www.buildbyjanel.com. I try to get back you you within 24hrs to schedule a quick call so we can discuss how I can best be of help to you.What to learn more, visit Janel online! Website: www.buildbyjanel.comInstagram: @bulidbyjanel
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Inspired by the South of France
Veronique Gabai is a gorgeous new beauty line including: fine fragrance, lotion, bronzer and home fragrance that we are thrilled to introduce to our clients who love fragrance. Veronique grew up in the South of France, has a home in Westport & New York City, and has been creating some of the world's best selling fragrances throughout her career in the beauty business. We met many years ago working together and I am so happy to unveil this beautiful new collection. It will transport you to the divine scents of the South of France in an instant.
Veronique Gabai has a passionate attachment to the culture, the refinement, the sense of aesthetics and the pure beauty of France. Her creations are all inspired by the gorgeous places, the precious flowers and plants growing right there in the magical backyards of her childhood. Her brand is like a home, a home in the Côte d'Azur, that echoes the blue hues of the sky and the sea, the shimmer of the sun, the clarity of the light…
Veronique Gabai uses natural ingredients with the best quality one can find. Quality is never compromised so you can enjoy the most beautiful sensations nature can give with:
• Ethically sourced ingredients with respect to their communities and workers around the world.
• 98% of the perfume sourcing can be traced.
• Green chemistry is used and the perfume formulation is green between 75% and 89%. This is quite an achievement in the industry!
• The perfume oils are biodegradable up to 90%.
To shop this collection on our website click here or visit us in store. Learn more about the collection - View Video
- The Goldie Highlighter $70
- Moisturizing Body Cream $95
- Eau Du Jour & Eau Du Nuit Candle Set $150
- Mimosa in the Air 85ml Fine Fragrance $260
- Jasmine de Minuit 85ml Fine Fragrance $260
- Eau De La Nuit 85ml Fine Fragrance $260
- Eau Du Jour 85ml Fine Fragrance $260
- Sur la Plage 85ml Fine Fragrance $260
- Nour De Mai 85ml FIne Fragrance $260
For more information, please contact us at 203-900-1131. Have a great day!
Continue readingContinue readingJoin us tonight at 5 PM EST for a fun Instagram & Facebook live @alisyncamerota and Chef Silvia Baldini for a fun night of cocktails, conversation and great recipes!! Chef Silvia developed our special line of Italian olive oils & vinegars, is a Chopped champion and makes the most incredible Italian dishes!!Join in the fun by getting all the ingredients below!! See you tonight! Use our delicious olive oils & vinegars for an extra special taste! Click here for our varietals . Mangia Bene!The Kir Royale.By Chef Silvia BaldiniIt turns any glass of bubbly into a special occasion.
Ingredients
• 1/2 ounce crème de cassis or any raspberry Liquor• dry Champagne or other sparkling wine, to top• Suggested Garnish: lemon twist, crushed freeze dried raspberries, crushed candy canes,Tonno and Cannellini Beans SaladBy Chef Silvia BaldiniThis has always been one of my favorite Italian antipasto.Tonno and Cannellini beans salad. It’s Tuscany on a plate.
It makes 12 chicchetti (appetizers) or 4 full size appetizers15 minutesIngredients:
• ½ red onion (finely chopped)• 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice• 2 x 14 ounces cans borlotti beans• 2 x 8 ounces can of tuna in olive oil• 3 tablespoons Perfect Provenance extra virgin olive oil• salt (to taste)• black pepper (to taste)• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flatleaf parsley•crostini or sliced baguetteMethod:• Put the chopped onion into a bowl with the lemon juice and let it steep while you get on with the salad.• Drain the beans and rinse to get rid of any gloop, then place in a bowl.• Drain the tuna and flake it into the beans.• Add the olive oil and some salt to the onion and lemon juice mixture, whisking to make a dressing, then pour it over the tuna and beans and transfer to a serving dish.• Fork the tuna and bean salad through, seasoning with salt and ground pepper, and scatter the parsley over.Serve on crostini, sliced fresh baguette drizzled with good olive oil or in small individual ramekins
Perfect Holiday App -- Citrus Marinated OlivesBy Silvia Baldini2 cups, serving 125 minutes, plus at least 2 hours' refrigerationIt is best to use olives that have not been pitted and such a favorite at aperitivo time.
Ingredients:
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil• 2 tablespoons vinegar• 5 bay leaves• 2 large garlic cloves, peeled, green shoots removed, thinly sliced• Strips of rind from 1 lemon and 1 orange• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, coarsely chopped• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary• ½ teaspoon fennel seeds• 2 cups imported olives (black, green or a mix) (about 3/4 pound)Method:• Combine the olive oil, vinegar, bay leaves and garlic in a small saucepan and heat just until warm over low heat. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon rind, thyme, rosemary and fennel seeds.• Place the olives in a wide mouthed jar and pour in the olive oil mixture. Shake the jar to coat the olives. Refrigerate for two hours or for up to two weeks. Shake the jar a few times a day to redistribute the seasonings.Tip
• Advance preparation: These will keep for about two weeks in the refrigerator.You can order our olive oils & vinegars online or visit us at either of our stores in Greenwich, CT or Tiburon, California. Call us at 203-900-1131 for question!Cheers -- lisa lori
Fall 2020 -- who knew! When we bought our Fall Fashion collections we could have never imagined we would be buying clothing to sell to clients living through a pandemic. How do you dress during a time like this? Every day in either of our stores, clients come in and look at our clothes and often wonder out loud, where am I going, do I really need any clothes? And the answer I most often give may certainly surprise you. I tell people " Of course not, nobody really needs anything."
Why would I say this? What I mean is, we don't really need any new things but shopping has never really been all that serious. Shopping now is actually a hopeful, happy and even optimistic act. Shopping can give us is a little bit of normalcy, shopping for a new outfit has always made people happy, I see both men and women put on a new jacket, dress or shoes and smile at themselves -- it is made to give you pleasure. So what is different now? Moods are heavy, the time is serious and so now, more than ever, shopping really feels like a treat. A new top just might be that ray of sunshine at a time where we are not sure what is happening, a cozy sweater the perfect item to layer with for eating outside, a new set of boots will give you a little pep in your step or pretty earrings that will encourage you to put your make up on and smile at your reflection once again. I get it, living in your athleisure sweats seems so comfortable, but if you do it for long enough it can also change your whole demeanor simply because it can make you feel like one day is the same as the other. The whole reason we change our clothes, our style and looks is to show our personality for different days and occasions. We dress up or down depending upon our activities -- all of this affects our moods. Of course, I'm not a psychologist but here are a few things I have done to cheer myself up, support other local businesses and get that pep back in my step.
Closet Clean Up
I have moved twice in the last year (ugh before and during the pandemic!) but the good news is it forced me to really go through my closet and purge myself of clothes for both myself and my children that we no longer wear or my kids have outgrown. I couldn't believe how many items I have kept for years. I donated a lot of items to local charities in Greenwich, friends who have small children or cherished fashion pieces to my staff but I also listed some items on Poshmark which is super easy to use and allows you to negotiate with buyers. If you have shoes or bags you have barely worn, this is a great option. It makes me happy that these items find a new home and great to get some money back. Cleaning out your things always feels good. For furniture and home goods, I highly recommend the Local Vault in Greenwich or the Home Consignment Center in San Rafael. I also donated items to the Greenwich Hospital Thrift Shop. Many families are in need of furniture and again, I am so happy that items I love are finding a new home -- it is the most sustainable, good thing you can do for the planet. If you need help with the clean out -- there are several local stylists who can help you sort through all of your items for donating and even update some of your older items to keep wearing.
Marc Blazer by Vanessa Bruno $595
It's All About Layering
In California, we love to talk about layering because we enjoy warm days in the fall but as the sun goes down, there is a chill in the air and the sweaters and light coats come out. Now that outdoor dining is so popular and eating outside with friends, layering is more popular than ever. I hosted a few friends on my deck this week for a small get together and everyone was sure to bring a couple of layers of sweaters and coats as the temperature fell. As fate would have it, we bought very little cocktail party pieces this year for our store and lots of beautiful sweaters and coats. Beautiful, luxurious prints, cozy oversized coats and sweaters that are exactly right for the time. Ponchos and shawls all perfect for chilly fall nights.
Dark Green and Orange Silk Shawl by Barbieri $155
Now I've Cleaned Out My Closet, What or Why Should I Buy Anything New?
Shopping isn't deep so stop feeling guilty about it. You can shop for any reason you want but shopping for fashion at it's essence should be fun. Pick a new blouse that if you wear will lighten your mood, make you feel good and gives you pleasure. I mean it. It's that simple. Accessorize -- scarves, earrings, bracelets -- wear your personality, we are outside more than ever, walking the neighborhood, strolling the Avenue or Main Street -- a little pop of color will make you smile more, I promise. Outerwear & Shoes -- heels are out and comfort is in but you also can't ignore the amazing deals on shoes going on for heels -- if that's what you love go for it, you may never see these discounts again! For comfort, sneakers, boots, flats -- so many options and so much fun.
Finally, we really appreciate everyone who shops to support small business of course every little bit helps. We all want happy clients who enjoy our merchandise but please, please don't guilt shop. I don't want you to buy things you won't use -- I want you to love each and every item. Maybe I'm being silly but clothes really do make my mood and I think if you find yourself in a rut -- the Covid Blues I call it, change up your look and see if it helps you. It won't solve the pandemic, but it may just make you forget it for a few minutes.
Take care, lisa lori
ps. we have a great outwear offer right now -- 15% OFF men's & women's until November 2nd -- use code CURATORS15 online or stop by either of our stores. Cheers --
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Tiburon, California is home to our new store at 30 Main Street and it is also my new home. I love it for so many reasons -- gorgeous views of the Bay and close proximity to San Francisco on one side, great places to hike and run, and 30-45 mins to Muir Beach & Muir Woods & my beloved Wine Country. What's not to love? If you live in Northern California, Tiburon is perfect for a day trip and if you live further away, we want to encourage you to visit when it is safe again for everyone. Here is just a few of my favorite reasons why I love it!
The Views
Everyone who comes to Tiburon is usually awestruck by the gorgeous views. From Mount Tam to the city of San Francisco, Tiburon is a peninsula and with water surrounding it from all side it just can't be beat. You can hike up to see a complete 360 on one of the great trails or you can go to the downtown center and walk along the water and see how gorgeous everything it is. The surrounding homes on Belvedere Island, Corinthian Island and Tiburon have a distinctly European style and feels like you are somewhere in Italy.
Main Street -- Eating & Shopping
Of course I'm partial to Main Street because that is where our beautiful new store is but it is truly special along with accompanying Ark Row right around the corner. With sweeping views on one side and great outdoor dining, this is no ordinary Main Street. We are across from world famous Sam's Anchor Cafe which is always poppin but also on the street we love Salt & Pepper and Luna Blu (great view and delicious Italian seafood). Down the street on Ark Row is a wonderful Mexican Taqueria -- Lola's. On the weekend's this summer, Main Street is closed off and there is dining on the street which has been especially on Saturdays -- it is so fun with music playing and genuine joy.
While some businesses did close due to the pandemic, others are open (like us!) -- here are a couple of my favorites -- McEvoy Ranch, organic extra virgin olive oils, culinary products and natural beauty products; Candy Store on Main Street; ice cream and delicious sweets including fun vintage treats. There are also several boutiques, a knitting store and great wine tasting rooms and shops. You can visit the Tiburon Chamber of Commerce here for an up to date list of which businesses are open or due to open.
Finally, Tiburon & California in general is all about the outdoors, biking and adventures -- right next door is gorgeous Angel Island State Park and easy to get to with a ferry, bike shops for renting bikes & plenty of grassy places to enjoy a picnic (check out Rustic Bakery or Woodlands Grocey for great sandwiches and drinks). You can get to Tiburuon easily from San Francisco and vice versa -- here's the easy ferry schedule (which is a fun thing to do as well!). Again check out times and locations as things may be abbreviated due to the pandemic. All restaurants and store includings ours require masks inside but for outdoor dining you can eat at your table without -- some towns require masks while walking or biking but again, just check the local town's website for the most up to date information.
Of course, we would love to see you -- we can arrange private bookings for groups of 4-6 or early hours if you prefer to shop alone. Please visit us at 30 Main Street or call us at 415 -797-6054. Cheers! lisa lori
Continue readingWe are thrilled to announce the opening of The Perfect Provenance at 30 Main Street in Tiburon, California. This is the second location for our company and we believe this is a perfect location to meet new clients & share our perfect products. Here are all the details -- please let us know if you have any questions at info@theperfectprovenance.com & follow us on social media for new updates & news @theperfectprovenance.
Stop by and & say hello to me in Tiburon, I am in and out of the store all the time -- can't wait to see you -- cheers! lisa lori
Continue readingThis past week, The Perfect Provenance hosted our first Zoom fashion event with Stylist Maria Turkel that focused on Men's Fashion with perfect ideas for Father's Day and summer dressing. Maria put together a beautiful collection of outfits and shared great tips for putting together casual summer looks. 100% of ticket sales went to benefit Greenwich's Neighbor to Neighbor Food Pantry. If you would like to donate to Neighbor To Neighbor and help our local community, please click here.
Stylist Maria Turkel spotlighted three great summer looks for men (and a bonus one for women) in our Greenwich store.
Items in image above: Bob Marley Tee by Madeworn $160 - Hartford Linen Button Down $165 - Hartford Linen White Shorts on sale for $90 - Cognac Leather Shoes by Testosterone $140
Items in image above: Striped Polo by Hartford $135 - Troy Pants by Hartford $190 - Blue Jean Shoe Rivieras $70
Items in image above: Grey Linen Button Down by Hartford $165 - Classic Charcoal Tee by Hartford $75 - Tuscon Cotton Chino by Hartford $215 - Cognac Leather Shoe by Testosterone $140 -- Club Sand Belt by Billybelt $47
We had a great time hosting this special Zoom event with Maria and are looking forward to planning a women's event soon. If you have any questions about the above looks or about styling please email us at Tiffany Mezzone -- tmezzone@theperfectprovenance.com or call 203-900-1131. We will be hosting a women's event in the coming weeks -- if you would like to join us for that, please let us know! Have a great weekend. Cheers -- lisa lori
About Maria Turkel -- Wardrobe Stylist
Maria Turkel is an entrepreneur with years of experience building connections and support between herself, her clients and local businesses. In 2007, she founded Maria Turkel Wardrobe Styling which has served clients from Fortune 500 companies to start-up CEOs to local philanthropists to teens who are just starting to define their personal style. Maria’s goal is to help her clients feel confident and authentic in their everyday lives through their wardrobe choices by editing and cleaning their closets, taking them shopping, building outfits head-to-toe and creating LookBooks that serve as tools to make getting dressed each day easy and efficient. Previously, Maria built a successful career in the film and television industry in Los Angeles. She is a former Wardrobe Supervisor on numerous shows including the iconic series, Friends. As a personal stylist, she has a vibrant email newsletter subscriber base and an engaged social media community. Her focus has always been to build deep, reciprocal relationships whether in Hollywood or Fairfield County.
To contact Maria and work with her, you can visit www.mariaturkel.com or follow her on Instagram @mariaturkel -- tell her we sent you!
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I hail from a large Italian American family -- seven brothers and sisters -- we grew up in a loud, busy family with two parents who both loved to cook. After our dinner prayer my father would always kick off the meal with 'God Bless the Cook' -- my sister Mary Williams owns a catering company in Orange County that is aptly named Bless the Cook -- below is her recipe for a delicious carrot cake and we are also offering it on our Take Out menu. You can view here. If you are in her geographic area of Southern Orange County (Mission Viejo) California, you can write her at blessthecookcatering@hotmail.com or follow her on instagram @blessthecookcatering. Enjoy!
CARROT CAKE BREAD
Ingredients
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
½ cup flaked or grated coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup applesauce
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups grated raw carrots
3 eggs
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray with baking spray (or grease/flour) a 9” x 5” x 3” loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon & salt.
Add raisins, coconut and walnuts, and stir to combine well.
Whisk eggs in separate, medium bowl.
Add grated carrots, applesauce & vanilla to eggs.
Incorporate dry ingredients with wet until well mixed.
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Bake 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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949-300-9637 blessthecookcatering@hotmail.com
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Tina & I in Paris on one of my recent trips -- I try to see my Parisian friends when I pass through on my buying trips for the store -- I am so proud of these incredible women who are balancing it all -- work, family and life. I met Tina more than 20 years ago in Paris when I was Director of PR & Advertising for the world's largest perfumery and flavor house -- International Flavors & Fragrance. Tina was a journalist covering the beauty industry in Paris. It was a wonderful time in our lives when Americans working in fashion and beauty from New York City & Paris worked together and collaborated on numerous projects. Over the years, we have continued our friendship and watched each other get married, have children and grow professionally. Today, she writes for the NY Times, Vogue, Women's Wear and more. Her husband is an incredible photographer and we carry his beautiful book A Night on the Town in Paris that features the incredible nightlife and world that is Paris fashion. Here is her view of Paris this week.Today's Dispatch interview is with my dear friend-- Tina Isaac-Goize in ParisDISPATCH: PARISName -- Tina Isaac-Goizé, journalist and editorWhat is the mood in your city? How long have you been asked to shelter in place? How long do you think it will last.We're on Day 10 of confinement, and it looks like the term will be extended at least 2 weeks. We hear that schools *might* re-open May 5th, after spring break. The people I've spoken to are bearing up, trying to stay optimistic, though with spring in the air it's hard to be stuck indoors, esp with kids. We are deeply thankful for every little patch of sunshine!What is the response within the business community now, do you of any businesses that are reinventing themselves to help?I think the reinventing part is still a WIP, and fashion is being slammed of course. Some brands are giving a percentage of online sales to hospitals. But I think we will see some amazing resilience and creativity. Meanwhile, all the restaurant closures have prompted the Rungis food market to expand professional delivery services to private customers. We miss the market, but for an 80-euro minimum it can come to us. Unfortunately, no flattening here yet another mom at school is a nurse in a specialized hospital: this is going to be longer than people realizeHow are you staying sane during this period?Keeping *normal* hours. Cooking. Reading. Games. Stretching. Netflix. Red Wine. All recommendations welcome.