09.16.15

ask stylebook: bedroom seating?

Nikki: I want to add seating to my bedroom–a place where I can sit and read or just put on my shoes in the morning–but I don’t have a ton of space. Any […]
09.15.15

well-dressed: vinaigrettes that pack a punch

Have you ever made an amazing salad, like restaurant worthy salad, to have it completely ruined when you pour an awful store bought vinaigrette over it? This has happened in my household more […]
06.24.15

ask stylebook: stemless wine glasses?

Michelle: I love the look of stemless wine glasses, but I read in a magazine that the trend is on its way out. Is this true? Susie, Coco Blanca: No way! We love […]
04.15.15

ask stylebook: making guests feel welcome?

Misty: I have guests coming for the weekend next month and I want them to feel extra welcomed. Any advice? Susie, Coco Blanca: Creating a space for guests in your home involves more […]
02.18.15

ask stylebook: the perfect bed?

Dawn: Is there a “right” way to make a bed? Susie, Coco Blanca: What could be more luxurious than slipping between the sheets of a beautiful and freshly made bed? Here are a […]
12.30.14

#fitforlife: personal training at fitness on the run

My fitness and overall health have always been important to me. I have always made a point to stay pretty active: walking, golf, skiing and tennis are my main sources of exercise. I […]
11.24.14

coco blanca’s holiday decorating tips

With Thanksgiving only days away and Christmas right around the corner, we are in a mad hurry to transform our homes into the festive welcoming dwellings that our family members have come to […]
11.12.14

what to wear: sweater weather in virginia

Fall in Virginia is a wonderful time of year, the leaves turn from green to orange, the weather is crisp and we are able to wear some of our favorite pieces of clothing. […]
10.22.14

ask stylebook: headboards?

Sana: Is a headboard appropriate even for a small bedroom? Or will it overwhelm the space? Susie, Coco Blanca: Truthfully, there are times when the size and construct of a bedroom does not […]
10.21.14

what to wear: a weekend-worthy wardrobe

Weekends are the best, the possibilities are endless and so are your wardrobe choices. This is a prime example of what to wear this weekend, whether you’re brunching in Del Ray or shopping […]
10.03.14

ask stylebook: faded rugs?

Katie: Is there a way to prevent a rug from fading due to sun exposure? Susie, Coco Blanca: Unfortunately there is not much you can do to avoid the fading of your rugs […]
09.30.14

a beautiful evening at coco blanca

The stars lined up perfectly for last Friday night’s event at Coco Blanca. Over 100 guests filled the store, perusing the beautiful artwork of Kitty Williams and dining on the marvelous culinary delights […]
08.28.14

what to wear: the first fall evening

It’s hard to think about Fall when you’re walking around in flip-flops and shorts… unless you fly to Maine, where Fall is upon you. I did just that this last week, visiting a […]
08.07.14

what to wear: when reconnecting with an old flame

Meeting an old boyfriend for drinks….tricky, but we have all done it. The anticipation is a combination of so many different emotions. Trying to decide what to wear is the biggest dilemma of […]
07.30.14

setting a beautiful table

Lacey: I need help. My in-laws are coming over for dinner and I’ve never really set a proper table before. I don’t want to go overboard, what do I really have to include? […]


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