During a cold dark December  last year, shuffling around the bitter streets of Soho, looking for an art gallery for about an hour (if you know Soho in NYC, you know a map is helpful) I found not only the art gallery thanks to some sympathetic walkers, but also a French Mecca

Stylish accessories not only come in handbags and jewelry, but artful wares.  I had a chance to chat with a good friend, beauty and talented artist Melissa “Missy” McDowell, owner of House of Papier, custom silk invitations and personalized cards.