The Southwest, Style in Santa Fe

Santa Fe, New Mexico – the Land of Enchantment! You’ll find beautiful hiking here, as well as fabulous shopping and restaurants!

The galleries line not only the downtown Plaza area, but Canyon Road is quite famous with its numerous galleries lining the streets.

Canyon Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico

The Santa Fe Farmers Market, which takes place every Saturday morning throughout the year, is one of the best Farmers Markets in the United States. You can find it down by the railroad tracks, filled with a variety of fresh produce and all kinds of handmade craft goods.

Santa Fe Farmers Market

In Santa Fe they’re celebrating the 97th year of the Santa Fe Indian Market! It attracts an International crowd and has exquisite objects of art from the American Indians.

Santa Fe Indian Market

During the last week of August, enjoy the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival! There are events throughout the city, but mainly at the Santa Fe Opera, a fabulous venue all by itself.

Santa Fe Opera House

So whether you’re strolling up and down Canyon Road as you explore the art gallery scene, or you’re down in West Palm Beach taking a walk down Clematis Street, remember, it’s all about style.

To view the Santa Fe Collection, email bonnie@bonnieroseman.com.

Always remember my Three Golden Rules to Dress By:

1. Build Your Wardrobe with classic pieces.
2. Liven Your Wardrobe with fun novelty items.
3. Tweak Your Wardrobe with touches of color.

Feel good, and look even better!

-Bonnie

Buzzing ’bout Block Island

Block Island, off Rhode Island – it has it all, especially in the summer months!

Incredible ocean views, and beautiful countryside. Fabulous beaches for miles and miles, and incredible Victorian hotels, along with a few quant little beach shanties. You’ll have your pick of where to stay at this beautiful seaside site.

Beautiful Victorian Hotels are part of the Block Island Landscape

Great dining and fabulous wines are all over this little island hotspot. If you’re looking to spend time outdoors, you may find yourself at one of the many fabulous festivals.

Block Island Beaches

There’s the Block Island Art Festival at Harbor Church, Blues on the Block concert at Fred Benson Town Beach, and there’s the BIMI Oysta’ Fest, hosted by the Block Island Maritime Institute.

Shucking Contest at the Block Island Oysta’ Festival

Every week on Wednesdays they have a Farmer’s Market, filled with fresh goodies from the sea and the family farms. The Historical Society puts on a House and Garden Tour every year, a fun event for everyone in the family.

Explore the seaside homes of Block Island

So whether you’re strolling the beaches of Block Island, or you’re down in Palm Beach, remember, it’s all about style.

Find your perfect island look with Bonnie Roseman’s BLT

Always remember my Three Golden Rules to Dress By:

1. Build Your Wardrobe with classic pieces.
2. Liven Your Wardrobe with fun novelty items.
3. Tweak Your Wardrobe with touches of color.

Feel good, and look even better!

-Bonnie

Bonnie’s Spin on The Berkshires

The Berkshire Mountains, in the Western part of Massachusetts, is a wonderful place in the summertime, and incredible for the fall foliage.

You can ride your bikes, go on hiking trails, river rafting and more, but the big attraction is really the farm to table foods at all the incredible restaurants. Enjoy the best of both worlds by taking a bike ride followed by a bite to eat downtown!

The Berkshires in the Fall

Head to Tanglewood if you want to see the Boston Pops Orchestra! You can also check out Herman Melville’s Arrowhead Museum in Pittsfield, the Norman Rockwell Museum, The Crane Museum of Paper Making,  and many other cultural as well as historical sites to suit your interests.

Norman Rockwell Museum

Jacob’s Pillow is an incredible company of dance programs, and the Williamstown Theatre Festival can’t be beat! In addition to dance and theater, Williams College has an amazing museum of art.

Williamstown Theatre

For a fun outdoor family activity, catch Flicks Under the Stars in Williamstown on Sundays all through July and August. Also, the Clark Center Walking Tour is happening weekly through September on their campus, and you can register here.

Clark Center and Reflecting Pools

There are some wonderful Farmer’s Markets. The North Adams is one of the best, providing fresh locally produced food to the whole community.  The 44th Adams Agricultural Fair is one of the best area events open to the public.

Farmer’s Market in the Berkshires

Don’t miss the Milham Planetarium! A fun outing for the entire family, this educational experience is free on Tuesday and Thursday evenings through August.

Catch a Planetarium Show

So whether you’re in the Berkshire Mountains, or you’re down in Palm Beach County, remember, it’s all about style.

Let’s put together a travel wardrobe for your next trip.

Always remember my Three Golden Rules to Dress By:

1. Build Your Wardrobe with classic pieces.
2. Liven Your Wardrobe with fun novelty items.
3. Tweak Your Wardrobe with touches of color.

Feel good, and look even better!

-Bonnie

 

 

 

Annapolis, Md. – The Chesapeake Bay Has it All

Annapolis, Maryland – such a great place to be – especially in the summer, because of its beauty! It’s especially enjoyable being right on the Chesapeake Bay.

In addition to the town itself being one of the most historic towns in the country, it’s very well preserved with good shops and restaurants.

Downtown Annapolis, Maryland

There are many outdoor activities to do near Maryland’s capital city, such as boating, kayaking, water paddling, and swimming. There are plenty of things to do to keep you and the family cooled down!

Annapolis, Maryland

During summertime in Annapolis, there are more festivals than you can imagine. In August, the Rotary Club does the Annual Crab Fest, featuring some of the best fresh crab you’ll ever taste! Over 2,500 people end up coming to eat 345 bushels of crab meat.

Annual Crab Fest, Maryland

Every Sunday starting August 5th through November, experience the First Sunday Arts Fest, where over 100 local and regional artists display their works in the Arts District of downtown.

First Sunday Arts Festival

The Maryland Renaissance Festival is the second largest in the country, and not to be missed! It’s in its 41st season, and will be held in Revel Grove. It starts at the end of August and goes through September. There are over 130 craft shops and 42 food outlets.

Maryland Renaissance Festival

So whether you’re in Annapolis Maryland and you’re checking out the Naval Academy, taking a swim in the Chesapeake Bay, or chowing down on some fresh crab, or you’re down in Palm Beach County enjoying the sizzling, hot summer, remember, it’s all about style!

Schedule to see the latest and greatest from the Bonnie Roseman BLT Collection – email bonnie@bonnieroseman.com.

Always remember my Three Golden Rules to Dress By:

1. Build Your Wardrobe with classic pieces.
2. Liven Your Wardrobe with fun novelty items.
3. Tweak Your Wardrobe with touches of color.

Feel good, and look even better!

-Bonnie

The Maine Event/Lobster and More Portland

Portland, Maine – one of the most beautiful spots to visit during the summer months. Cool and delicious!

You’re going to go for a boat ride on Casco Bay! There are wonderful ways to enjoy the Portland area, including sight-seeing tours that are aboard a vintage fire engine and fun for the entire family.

Casco Bay, Portland, Maine

There are fabulous restaurants – the culinary scene is quite sophisticated. In the area of the old historic town, they probably have the freshest lobster in the United States.

Downtown Portland, Maine

As crazy as it may seem, they have a Wacky Adventure Walk Game that is for everyone of all ages and more fun than you can imagine. For the more serious minded, the Portland Art Museum has an excellent collection of Fine Art.

The Portland Art Museum

To top it all off, they have the Allagash Brewery, which has an incredible selection of beers. You can get a tour to see how it’s all produced, and get samples of various brews.

Allagash Brewery Tour

So whether you want to join me for some lobster in Portland, Maine, or you’re enjoying the steamy summer weather in West Palm Beach, remember, it’s all about style.

Scarves are perfect for cool coastal weather – Schedule to see my latest collection – Bonnie@bonnieroseman.com.

Always remember my Three Golden Rules to Dress By:

1. Build Your Wardrobe with classic pieces.
2. Liven Your Wardrobe with fun novelty items.
3. Tweak Your Wardrobe with touches of color.

Feel good, and look even better!

-Bonnie