Discovering Your Socialite Alter Ego

Unless you are already a long-established member of the A-list, getting into the hottest parties over the holidays can be quite difficult. With the Hamptons frozen over and commitments being a minimum, the shopping and club scenes of NYC are undisputedly at their craziest. This year, as you are revamping your wardrobe at the after Christmas sales, I suggest you begin the process of discovering your socialite “alter ego” which in Latin means “the other I.”  Sure Christina Aguilera has Xtina and Beyonce identifies with Sasha Fierce, but for those aspiring, an existing celebrity, preferably a current socialite, is a far better choice to be your second identity.

Finding the correct alter ego A-Lister is a total confidence boost.  Plus, but if the bouncer at a club is giving you a hard time you can always pretend to be their cousin or something.  You never know, it could work and if it doesn’t, pretending to be someone you are not for the night is still a fun stunt to pull.  This idea came to me over Christmas dinner when I looked at my mother across the table and realized that her hair looks exactly like Kris Jenner’s.  Having a mother who resembles one of the most famous moms in Hollywood, must make me an almost socialite.  Put my mom in L.A. for a couple of days and she would practically be Mrs. Jenner’s twin. With the Kardashains on my mind, I then looked to the other side of the table and thought I was looking at Kourtney Kardashain, but it was actually my little sister, Caroline (only she actually dates a very nice guy.)  I guess I am the odd one out because instead of being a distorted mirror image of Kris Jenner’s daughter, our favorite dark-haired socialite, Kim Kardashian, my socialite alter ego is none other than Nicky Hilton.

My Mom, Renee Wulf (left) and Kris Jenner (right)

My little sister Caroline Sullivan (left) & Kourtney Kardashian (right)

 

Merry Christmas Darlings!

Merry Christmas!! I have always been intrigued by The Carpenter’s hit holiday single Merry Christmas Darling.  Whenever I am doing Christmas shopping and this song comes on, I take a moment to listen to the lyrics.  Their haunting qualities truly capture a feeling of emptiness that is unfortunately often part of Christmas when loved ones are far way.  On the path to socialite stardom the feeling is often mutual.  Sometimes for an Aspiring Socialite, a miracle on 34th St. can seem millions of miles away.  Every epic odyssey has its highs and lows, but it’s only the fairy tale ending that everyone always remembers.  Mine is no exception.  Sometimes on a clear wintery night in New York City, you can find me strolling alone through the streets of Soho staring longingly into the windows of Chanel, Burberry, and various high-end boutiques just as Audrey Hepburn did so many years ago in Breakfast at Tiffany’s.  If I can’t have full custody over the couture I desire, I can at least have supervised visitation rights.  However, as I always tweet, I have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to my fans.  I want wish all of my wonderful readers a very Merry Christmas.  Everytime I raise my glass this holiday, it will be to you.  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all my darling fans!!

Christmas Eve by Bergdorf Goodman

Since the moment I saw this collectors worthy Bergdorf Goodman Snow Globe from the Franz Collection, I knew it was something every Aspiring Socialite should have on her mantel atop a rolling fire.  Showing a scenic view of the Bergdorf Goodman storefront in the winter of another time, this piece evokes thoughts of family and friends bearing holiday greetings.  Not to mention the millions of deals to be found during the after Christmas sales bound to take place inside that very department store beginning December 26.

Sometimes beauty and luxury can be found in the simple details such as the flicker of a light or the care you took in wrapping that special gift.  I know it’s not Thanksgiving, but before you unwrap your gifts, take a moment to admire your tree and be thankful for what you do have.  Take a break for a while, but, come New Year’s Eve remember to pick up where you left off in your socialite aspirations.  For 2011 holds far more of high society to conquer.  For example, I strongly admire the fine detail the artists at Bergdorf Goodman put into their holiday window displays centered around the theme of travel.

My 2010 Christmas List

Inspired by my favorite holiday song, Santa Baby, I decided to completely bling out my pint-sized Christmas tree Tiffany’s style. Though my original plan was to have ornaments for all of the excessive luxury items mentioned in the song, I found it impossible to find ornaments depicting the deed to a platinum mine or a duplex.  Trust me, I spent days looking.  However, I am still very happy with how my tree turned out.  So happy in fact, that it moved me to create a Christmas list of my own.  Seeing that things are probably chaotic up in the North Pole due to the plight of global warming, I also included visual aids and links to where the products can be purchased to ensure accuracy and make it easier for the elves.

Dear Santa,

Since I would never do anything to jeopardize my future husband’s political career, I have been a very good girl this year.

Presenting My 2010 Christmas List:

1. iPad + Wi-Fi 3G: A tech diva always has to have to right accessories. They often includes sleek electronics.  Not only does an iPad go with any outfit, but AT&T’s 3G network gives you an automatic connection to Wi-Fi hotspots which is important for a blogger.

2.  Henri Bendel iPad Case: You are not a socialite until your accessories have accessories.  Therefore, it is vital that my iPad with 3G reside in a designer case.

2.  Burberry Rain Boots with Scarf to Match (Haymarket Check): With the impending royal wedding in Spring of 2011, British designers are going to be hot and I need to be prepared.  I have always been a fan of coordinated plaids. I really need this fashionable combination to get me through the rest of the winter.

4.  Coach Madison Clover Print Medium Wallet: Coach leatherwear has always been a signature of mine.  I really need a new wallet and this one is perfect.  Just be sure to include a matching bag of the same print.

5.  Tory Burch Tumbled Leather Reva Ballerina Flats (Every Color): Since my feet can’t seem to stomach heels on an everyday basis I have turned to flats.  Seeing that I am going to get a lot of use out of them, my new flats should be top of the line.  I also need variety because some days I feel like metallics, others are patent leather days, etc.  I also have a lot of outfits that require many different colors.  By the way, I am a size 7.

Merry Christmas!

Love,