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

Savory Charleston, SC, the Low Country

Are you ready to drive for a day from West Palm Beach to reach a fabulous destination? Head out for the Low Country; Charleston, South Carolina is sizzling with activities, and so friendly to visitors!

This time of year, it’s just great to walk or ride a bike over the Cooper River, on the Arthur Ravenelle Junior Bridge! The views are the best from the Mount Pleasant side.

Arthur Ravenel Junior Bridge

One of the best beaches to visit is on Sullivan’s Island. It’s usually not quite as crowded as the others, and just exquisite. Or, you could also do a picnic in Hampton Park! All of these activities are great to do with the whole family.

Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina

If you’d like to see an Eighteenth Century house that’s completely preserved, go to Drayton Hall, a plantation that will take you back into time!

Historic Drayton Hall

Don’t miss Angel Oak, which is located just outside of Charleston on John’s Island. It’s about 66 feet tall and 28 feet in circumference, and it’s over 500 years old!

The Angel Oak of Charleston

You won’t want to leave down without going down fabulous King Street, where you can visit the little shops, eat at the local restaurants, and grab an ice cream to enjoy by the waterfront and the giant Pineapple Fountain!

Shop on historic King Street

So whether you’re strolling down King Street in South Carolina, or you’re enjoying the steamy hot weather of West Palm Beach, remember, it’s all about style.

I specialize in travel clothing. Schedule your stylist appointment today – 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

 

Best of the 4th – Philadelphia and Boston Know How To Throw a Party

Being up in the Northeast, it’s all about the Fourth of July, and the birth place of Independence!

In Philadelphia, they’ll be celebrating in a big way – it’s America’s 242nd Birthday! – the Wawa Welcome America Festival brings over 50 free events, and there will be a huge fireworks show on display over the Delaware River Waterfront.

Fireworks in Philly

There will be a Special Effects show over the Philadelphia Art Museum, and a party on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with a free concert starring Pitbull! I adore him, and we share the same birthday too! There will also be a Historic District Block Party, which is free for everyone. Remember, there are over seventeen museums and attractions open on this holiday – fun and fabulous activities for everyone and their families!

Historic Block Party, Philadelphia

If you’re near Boston, it’s also an incredible place to be for the Fourth of July. The Boston Pops will be performing with Keith Lockhart conducting, and there will be an incredible fireworks display – over 23 minutes of beautiful colors over the Charleston River. They’ll be performing at the hatch shell at the Esplanade.

Keith Lockhart of the Boston Pops Orchestra

Earlier in the day, there will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence exactly as it was read in 1776 to the citizens of Boston from the Old Statehouse. It’s another amazing city to be in during this festive time for our country!

Fourth of July in Boston

So whether you’re traveling to Boston, Philadelphia, or you’ll be in West Palm Beach, remember, it’s all about style.

Email bonnie@bonnieroseman.com to schedule your stylist appointment!

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

 

Pizzazz and Jazz in Palm Beach County

It’s still a lot of pizzazz and jazz here in Palm Beach County this beginning of June!

Art After Dark at the Norton Museum this week should be wonderful. The featured exhibit includes short films by female directors directly from the Tribeca Film Festival as well as Sundance.

Norton’s Art After Dark

Clematis By Night is a fun thing to do free from 5 PM to 9 PM Thursday night as well. They will be debuting Fairytale Playhouses.

Watch for over a dozen fairytale playhouses in West Palm Beach!

It’s your last chance to see the musical Avenue Q at the Kravis Center this weekend – it’s fun for the whole family! Also, if you haven’t had a chance to go to the Palm Beach Dramaworks, go see Equus – it’s closing this weekend. Riveting!

Avenue Q – fun for the whole family

My movie pick of the week is Adrift starring Shailene Woodly. It’s based on a true story, featuring the amazing story of two people shipwrecked at sea – a must “sea” for sure!

A great romantic film for summer!

 

Always an amazing evening, be sure to go to the Second Year Anniversary Exhibition June 9th at The Box Gallery on Belvedere in West Palm Beach. For further information, contact the owner and artist Rolando Chang Barrero at 786-521-1199.

Owner of the Box Gallery, Rolando Chang Barrero and me.

Whether you’re just staying locally in West Palm Beach or you’re going on a wonderful vacation, it’s all about style, and I can assist you with your wardrobe needs.

Email bonnie@bonnieroseman.com to schedule your personalized appointment.

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

June: Vacation or Stay-Cation, it’s All Fun!

It will be fun fun fun if the sun ever comes out again in South Florida!

Palm Beach County has so much going on June through September. It’s called a “stay-cation,” right here in our own backyard!

Take a walk on the Lake Trail in Palm Beach or visit the Flagler Museum. The Seagull Cottage is another sweet spot – so much history to discover right here!

Henry M. Flagler Museum

In Boca, we’ve got the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center! And, in Juno Beach, the Loggerhead Marine Life Center. These are wonderful discovery centers to explore with the kids, or friends and family of any age!

Learn about Aquatic Life

The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens are having a Sushi & Stroll, it’s a summer walk on the second Friday of the month all the way through September – another fun thing to do with the family! Go to morikami.org for more information.

Morikami Museum and Gardens

There are also fun culinary tours downtown in West Palm Beach. Go to westpalmbeachfoodtour.com for additional information – delicious!

Also, another fun thing to catch is a baseball game! It might be the Minor Leagues, but it’s still a blast at the Roger Dean Stadium up in Jupiter.

Roger Dean Stadium

The Palm Beach Zoo stays open late on the first Friday of each month all the way through the summer! Go to palmbeachzoo.org to check the schedule.

Palm Beach Zoo opens late

If you want to go to some great concerts this summer, it’s the Summer Jam Concert Series up in Jupiter at the Abacoa Amphitheater. Go to musicjamproductions.com to get their schedule – it’s always fun to have a musical evening with the family!

Jam out, 80s style

Whether you’re strolling downtown on a food tour, or you’re just taking a nature walk, it’s all about style! If you’re getting ready to pack for your summer trips or you’re getting ready for a stay-cation here in West Palm Beach, contact me at bonnie@bonnieroseman.com.

Feel good, and look even better!

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