Preparing for Irene

As hurricane Irene roars up the East Coast, we takes a closer look at a girls most important survival tool...no not a flashlight....rainboots!!! (All joking aside...please don't go outside...save these for a uhhh less rainy day!)

1. Hilary Duff in Hunter Boot. Photo: shoppingandinfo.com
2. Ashley Olsen in Hunter Boots. Photo: zimbio.com
3. Kate Moss in Hunter Boots. Photo: myfashioncents.com
4. Missoni signature pattern rain boots ($235)
5. Dolce & Gabbana leopard-print wellington boots ($325)
6. Michael Kors Stormy rubber boots ($125)
7. Givenchy rubber equestrian boots ($295) 
8. Valentino lace print rain boots ($255)
9. Hunter Regent Grosvenor wellingron boots ($266)

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Artemis Korkidis.

Get it Now: Jewel Tone Evening Wear

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Artemis Korkidis.

From the girlguide recipe book to yours... Summer Rice Croquettes

Courtesy of Carolyne Roehm and Veranda Magazine

Makes about 48. Recipe can be cut in half.

2 CUPS Arborio rice, uncooked
2 TBL olive oil
1 CUP white wine
5 CUPS chicken stock
1 CUP Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 TBL butter
½ CUP onions, minced
2 STALKS celery, finely diced
2 carrots, finely diced
2 EARS corn, cob cut off
4 TBL sun-dried tomatoes, cut into small bits
2 CLOVES garlic, minced
½ CUP chopped parsley
salt and pepper to taste
½ POUND mozzarella cheese, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 CUP all-purpose flour
2 eggs, lightly whipped
1 CUP fine breadcrumbs
canola oil for frying

Sauté rice in olive oil, add wine and reduce. Add hot chicken stock a little at a time, stirring constantly for about 18 minutes or until rice is al dente. Turn off heat, stir in Parmigiano-Reggiano and butter and let cool.

In a frying pan, sauté all vegetables and garlic until soft, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add parsley, salt and pepper and mix gently and thoroughly into rice.

To shape croquettes, wet hands, take 2 tablespoons rice (a small ice cream scoop works well) and shape into ball. Make an indentation in center and push in a piece of mozzarella. Smooth rice over cheese and reshape into ball.

Roll in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg and roll into breadcrumbs. Place on cookie sheet until all are made. Keep cold. Can be made in advance until ready to fry.

Deep-fry croquettes in hot oil and place on paper towels. Keep warm in 200° oven and serve.

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Artemis Korkidis.

EmersonMade

www.emersonmade.com

If you haven't already, you must visit this site! I discovered EmersonMade about a year ago and absolutely love everything about it. Husband and Wife duo, Emerson and Ryan split their time between their New Hampshire animal-filled farm, and the Garment District in NYC where all Emerson's creations are made. (They are living my dream by the way!) Her designs are classic and timeless but what makes this site so spectacular are the photographs! Their photojournalistic quality makes you feel like you are shopping directly from a movie set...and you can buy everything! I think it is one of the most creative fashion-related sites I've ever visited...genius.

1. Black and Cream Tuxedo Jacket ($225)
2. WM Silver Dollar dress ($168)
3. Kimchi Pant ($168) Made in the USA!
4. Goldie Pockets Skirt ($188)
5. Little Swimmers print Derby Blouse ($168)

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Artemis Korkidis.

Supermodel Turned Designer

It was just a matter of time! Style icon and supermodel Claudia Schiffer has just lanched her first line of knitwear and it is as effortlessly chic as its designer. I always love Claudia's footwear... hopefully she'll design boots next!


Posted on August 24, 2011 by Artemis Korkidis.

Mathias Chaize

Check out this new jewelry line being carried by Net-a-porter. So simple and fun!

Buy it here...

1. Je suis Maman and Je suis Papa bracelet set ($95)
2. Whoops skull-embellished set of two bracelets ($65)
3. Bonnie & Clyde set bracelet set ($65)
4. La Vie est un Arte bracelet ($55)
5. Avec set of two gold-plated and silver rings ($220)

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Artemis Korkidis.