2016-10-17 12:00
Summer vacations are over, which means that fall trips have begun. For me, the major difference between summer vacations and fall trips is that fall trips tend to be shorter - more like a we… Read More
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The Sophisticato is two modern women that come from a bi-continental background looking to share their global experiences with their readers. Their readers aspire to see the world in a new light and Kathy & Rebecca want to inspire them to do that. They are fabulous, beautiful inside and out, and knowledgeable of the world around them. Readers will feel a sophisticated experience as they peruse The Sophisticato and get to experience the world with Kathy & Rebecca.
2016-10-15 09:00
What are you grateful for? Seems like an easy enough question to answer and most of us would probably start rattling off the obvious: our families, spouses, our friends, our health, careers… Read More
2016-10-12 12:00
As I was looking at my calendar for the month of October, I noticed one thing: I am traveling EVERY weekend. Needless to say, I am exhausted just looking at my plans for the month. As I am c… Read More
2016-10-05 19:00
So happy to have teamed up with Clarissa from The View From Here Is blog out in Boulder, Colorado. She wrote an amazingly thorough travel guide with recommendations galore of what to do, whe… Read More
2016-10-03 12:00
As we enter the third day of October, leaves are changing color, nights are getting cooler, and clothing is getting thicker...well at least that is what is going on in the northeast rig… Read More
2016-09-29 11:00
Inspiration. It's something that we all need from time to time and let's admit it-it's the kind of thing we need ALL the time! Inspiration for our businesses and work lives, inspiration to w… Read More
2016-09-28 12:00
This past weekend I had the opportunity to spend a Sunday Funday at the Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery. It was certainly the perfect way to continue to enjoy the warmer weather befor… Read More
2016-09-24 13:00
We are so excited to have teamed up with DIY/Lifestyle Blogger Clarissa Chappell from The View From Here Is blog. Clarissa lives out West in Boulder, Colorado and writes about a bu… Read More
2016-09-23 13:10
Travel. We all LOVE to do it when we can. We LOVE it when we arrive, we LOVE spending our days touring, exploring, enjoying, and of course relaxing and getting away from it all. We LOVE seei… Read More
2016-09-18 12:00
The absolute best part about September is the Spring/Summer shows at New York's annual fashion week shows. New York Fashion week begins a month full of runway shows in the top fashion cities… Read More
2016-09-17 16:00
With Fall Wedding Season and NYC Fashion Week upon us simultaneously what better time than to feature an amazingly fabulous bridal and RTW fashion brand-Kathy Heyndels. Located in Athens, Gr… Read More
2016-09-12 12:00
There are destinations all over the country that will truly bring out the beauty of fall and as some of you may have seen, last week I wrote about some of the top destinations for fall 2016… Read More
2016-09-09 11:00
I have to admit that it took me a bit longer than everyone else but I am finally realizing how important it is to maintain health from a mind, body, AND soul perspective. I mean I always kne… Read More
2016-09-04 12:00
One thing that you will notice as we head farther away from summer and closer into fall, is that I am not the biggest fan of the cooler weather. I am 110% a summer girl & one day it is m… Read More
2016-08-31 12:00
Do you ever look around your humble abode (room, apartment, house) and are just tired of how everything looks? That's what happened to me a few weeks ago - I took a look around and knew that… Read More
2016-08-28 18:00
Just got back from spending a very relaxing 7 days on the Greek island of Kefalonia. Kefalonia is located in the Ionian Sea 30 miles west of the Greek mainland. It is the largest island in t… Read More
2016-08-22 12:00
As we enter some of the last weeks of summer (officially), I have two things on my mind: (1) where I am I jetting off to so I can extend my summer and (2) what will I be adding to my closet… Read More
2016-08-18 09:00
Summer time is definitley high season for events and event planning. Weddings, baptisms, cocktail parties and themed events seem to happening almost every single day during the summertime, e… Read More
2016-08-16 12:00
Traveling is by far one of our favorite things to do at The Sophisticato. Whether we are relaxing in Nafplio, visiting Mickey Mouse in Disney World, or site seeing in Ireland - traveling is… Read More
2016-08-13 10:00
I just returned back from a 3 day weekend on the Greek island of Ikaria. This island is located off the beaten path in the southeastern Aegean Sea about a 7-hour ferry boat ride leaving from… Read More
2016-08-07 12:00
I have lived 30 minutes outside of New York City for my entire life - giving me direct access to New York City for years. This has given me the opportunity to see so many different parts of… Read More
2016-08-04 09:00
Is it really August??? Does this mean Summer 2016 is almost OVER??? Just writing these few sentences is making me feel a bit ill!!! Time seems to be going faster than ever!!!! Whether you're… Read More
2016-08-01 12:00
If you haven't noticed, traveling is one of our favorite activities here at The Sophisticato. There is nothing better than visiting new cities, islands, and countries and exploring each spot… Read More
2016-07-28 21:00
Cats and Dogs of the world REJOICE!!!!! Are you tired of your humans buying you sub-par clothing, toys, and accessories? Do you have too much sass to be dealing with this type of thing? Well… Read More
2016-07-25 12:00
The Flatiron District has always been and always will be one of my fav areas of New York City. It is quiet (by NYC standards) and the vibe is something that I have always enjoyed. It certain… Read More
2016-07-18 14:30
I don't know about you, but I certainly have a HUGE online shopping addiction! It is just so convenient - I can shop from my bed, the beach, my car, a yacht, an airplane - anywhere that ther… Read More
2016-07-13 19:00
Living your dream lifestyle may seem like something that is not tangible, something that is some type of concept for the dreamers, and the hopeless romantics that look at the world thru… Read More
2016-07-11 12:00
2016-07-08 09:30
If you are looking for THE ultimate dining experience in the city of Athens this summer look no further than Kuzina Restaurant. Located at the foot of the Acropolis on Adrianou Street… Read More
2016-07-06 12:00
I was in New York City one morning (shocker, I know!) and I had some extra time before my next appointment (another shocker, since I'm always running late!), so I decided to fill my time and… Read More
2016-07-06 12:00
I was in New York City one morning (shocker, I know!) and I had some extra time before my next appointment (another shocker, since I'm always running late!), so I decided to fill my time and… Read More
2016-06-29 23:00
After a rather intense flight back to Athens from New York last Thursday (I had the pleasure to be seated next to a very nice but really big guy that was visibly drunk and who insisted on be… Read More
2016-06-29 12:00
As some of you may or may not know, both of us at The Sophisticato not only have this blog, but we also have some side businesses - although the blog is by far our favorite! These side busin… Read More
2016-06-29 12:00
As some of you may or may not know, both of us at The Sophisticato not only have this blog, but we also have some side businesses - although the blog is by far our favorite! These side busin… Read More
2016-06-20 12:00
Philadelphia may be known to have all of the trendy chain restaurants at your fingertips like Serafina, Chima, etc - but that doesn't mean that the City of Brotherly Love doesn't have their… Read More
2016-06-20 12:00
Philadelphia may be known to have all of the trendy chain restaurants at your fingertips like Serafina, Chima, etc - but that doesn't mean that the City of Brotherly Love doesn't have their… Read More
2016-06-18 17:01
Summer is FINALLY here and we couldn't be more excited here at The Sophisticato. Sun, sea, sand, and some much needed TIME OFF, right? In addition to this much needed time off, chilled rose… Read More
2016-06-16 16:30
We are absolute foodies here at The Sophisticato....sometimes to an excess I have to admit but we just cannot pass up a chance to dine at an amazing restaurant. One of my favorites in M… Read More
2016-06-13 01:00
Summer is FINALLY here and we couldn't be more excited here at The Sophisticato. Sun, sea, sand, and some much needed TIME OFF, right? In addition to this much needed time off, chilled rose… Read More
2016-06-12 17:59
Last Wednesday night, I saw one of my all time favorite singers in concert: Beyonce! I have loved her since the Destiny Child days and this was certainly a dream come true! Queen Bey didn't… Read More
2016-06-07 14:00
If you're like me, I love dining with a view. New York City has a beautiful skyline and it just can't be appreciated while being in Manhattan. The Hudson and East Rivers separate the island… Read More
2016-06-02 16:00
I just got back from a quick trip to Germany. Although my trip was only about 48 hours and was strictly business I wanted to squeeze as much pleasure in as I possibly could. I travelled to t… Read More
2016-05-29 16:50
If you're like me, there is nothing better than a wedding. It is such a happy event, which makes it hard not to love! Summer weddings are extra fun because you can really play with what you… Read More
2016-05-28 16:45
If you're like me, there is nothing better than a wedding. It is such a happy event, which makes it hard not to love! Summer weddings are extra fun because you can really play with what you… Read More
2016-05-23 16:00
With summer rolling right around the corner, I am always on the hunt for some new swimsuits to lounge by the beach or pool in. That is when I came across Bikini Luxe! It is an online store t… Read More
2016-05-18 23:00
How are you feeling right now? Right in this moment? Be honest with yourself. Are you feeling happy? Sad? Blah? Busy? Bored? Stressed? Or do you feel like you are just going through the moti… Read More
2016-05-16 16:00
As some of you may know, I wear a lot of black in the winter and even more white in the summer - so when it came time for my birthday manicure, both Judy and I, knew it had to be white! We c… Read More
2016-05-13 16:00
While I am definitely not a member of the superstitious set, Friday the 13th is not one of my favorite days of the year. This year is a lucky year however since today is the only Friday 13th… Read More
2016-05-09 16:00
The warmer months are certainly something I wish I could enjoy all year round and with that being said I am already looking to see what fun things NYC has in store this year. Read on for my… Read More
2016-05-06 19:30
Aaaaaaa Mykonos....what can really be said about this piece of heaven on Earth in the Cyclades?? I just got back from a 5 day retreat to this idyllic paradise. Otherwise known as the island… Read More
2016-05-04 16:00
Last November, at one of those fun holiday bizarres, I discovered this brand called One OAK by Sara - I was instantly wowed by the style of the jewelry and knew I needed to learn more a… Read More
2016-04-26 16:00
Spring is in full swing and that means that Mother's Day will be here before we know it. I have started looking around and brainstorming what I want to get my mom, so I figured I would share… Read More
2016-04-25 20:30
The news of Prince's passing was a shock to say the least. Many of us didn't even know that he had been ill...and to pass away so suddenly at such a young age definitely took the music world… Read More
2016-04-22 16:10
Just a glimpse into the experience of Madwalk 2016, sponsored this year by Aperol Spritz. For those of you who don't know Madwalk-it is a fashion production that is in its 6th year here in A… Read More
2016-04-18 16:00
My grandmother was obsessed with the advice articles in the newspaper from Ann Landers - this became known as Dear Ann. I found the articles that she had clipped out of the newspaper and not… Read More
2016-04-14 16:00
I have never been a good "dieter". I am pretty sure that not many of us are out there. The word diet for me is one of those four letter words that no one really likes so much. It conjures up… Read More
2016-04-11 16:00
The calendar proves to us that it is Spring, but depending on where you live you may not be believing it! Here in New York, we had snow last week and I know that my friends in other areas (h… Read More
2016-04-07 16:00
Whether or not you have warm weather where you are living (we are not so lucky, here in NYC!), I can promise you that warm sunny days are in our future. This can only mean one thing: a day a… Read More
2016-04-04 16:00
I just arrived back from a week long stay in Crete, a large island that is the southernmost island in Greece. Located in the Mediterranean Sea, situated above the Northern African countries… Read More
2016-04-01 16:00
When you go to Disney World, I want to make sure that you enjoy each day and see as much as you can - not a day will be wasted!! Read More
2016-03-30 23:00
Although I am not a parent and I cannot speak from first hand experience I wanted to share what I already knew about having favorites and what I have learned about having favorites. I… Read More
2016-03-28 16:00
I stopped by the Macy's Flower Show in Herald Square last week and my breath was taken away!! The flower designs were all so intricate and impressive and the flowers, themselves, were a… Read More
2016-03-25 22:00
If you are like me you may find yourself at the salon at least once a week getting a blowout. Whether it's your weekly weekend blowout or the blowout that starts your workweek off on the rig… Read More
2016-03-25 16:00
There are over 100 restaurants in the Walt Disney World resort area, so needless to say, it can be overwhelming when deciding where to feast. That is where I come in. I chose my top 3 restau… Read More
2016-03-23 16:00
I came across an amazingly inspirational blog last night that really resonated with me and I wanted to share it with all of you. The blog is called bemorewithless and it is written by C… Read More
2016-03-21 16:00
Whether or not you celebrate Easter, seeing the day on the calendar means one thing: spring fashion has officially arrived!!! We can say hello to pastels, floral, flirty dresses, and lightwe… Read More
2016-03-19 20:00
Yay! The Sophisticato was nominated by Chit Chat Coffee for a Liebster Award - thank you! The official rules state that nominees have to nominate 11 other bloggers as well as answer 11 quest… Read More
2016-03-18 16:00
What are my secrets you ask?? Well here they are...please keep this between us :) Read More
2016-03-15 01:30
If you are looking for a quick getaway outside of Athens Nafplio is a must see. A romantic and beautiful place situated on The Peloponnese Coastline, Nafplio has it all...beaches, history, q… Read More
2016-03-14 16:00
Every time I sit in the manicure chair to get my nails done, Judy always asks me what I want to get done and I always have such a hard time deciding what to do. I love scrolling through… Read More
2016-03-12 10:00
Comfort zones...comfort food...comfort people, places, and things. We all have them, we all love them, but I can tell you one thing: they are no good for you and they do nothing but hol… Read More
2016-03-11 17:00
Week One is dedicated to knowing what you need to think about BEFORE you hop on that plane, train, or automobile! Read More
2016-03-10 17:00
NYC got a taste of spring yesterday so I decided it was the perfect time to share my favorite sunglass picks with all of you! Spring is closer than we think and we must be prepared. Read on… Read More
2016-03-08 15:00
We all need a bit of the luck o' the Irish in our lives!!! Guest blogger Angelino Rose just returned from a fabulous week long excursion to Ireland, specifically Dublin which has left us her… Read More
2016-03-05 17:00
Spring is officially just around the corner and I couldn't be more happy about it...although this winter in NY wasn't too bad we did have a few doses of ridiculously cold and snowy weather!!… Read More
2016-03-04 17:00
This series of posts is about just that - I want a first timer visiting Disney World to feel as though he or she has seen all that there is to see - although I do highly recommend going more… Read More
2016-02-29 17:00
Let me start off by saying that I literally couldn't stop touching my nail with the polka dots on it - the texture felt so awesome! The play on neutrals that this manicure uses was so much f… Read More
2016-02-28 17:00
The wait is FINALLY OVER!!!! One of my favorite designers, House of CB will soon have a brick and mortar location at TopShop in NYC on Fifth Ave. Doors open this Monday, February 29th… Read More
2016-02-26 17:00
One of my all-time favorite restaurants in New Jersey is Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas in Clifton, NJ. It is less than 40 minutes from NYC and is certainly worth the trip into the Ga… Read More
2016-02-25 17:00
I don't know about you, but I can't wait for the revival of Full House tomorrow!! Having seen every episode so many times and the story never getting old, I am so excited to see what Fuller… Read More
2016-02-22 14:00
Let's face it Monday is my LEAST favorite day of the week and I know I am not alone...I am going to keep it short and simple this morning and just share with you one of my favorite mood mixe… Read More
2016-02-20 18:00
With winter just about winding down and spring 2016 right around the corner, we are so excited for a brand new shopping season!!!! Fringed bags and shoes, pom-pom adorned stilettos, chic bal… Read More
2016-02-19 17:00
Yesterday, one of the most anticipated weeks of winter came to a fashionable close - so long FW 16 NYFW. This was TheSophisticato's first fashion week and I have to say, it was a successful… Read More
2016-02-16 18:00
The wait is finally over!!! Over the weekend on a trip back up to my hometown of Warwick NY I was thrilled to see that The Warwick Wine Garden and Piano Bar is now open for business.&nb&hell…Read More
2016-02-15 17:00
On every Manic(ure) Monday I have shared my favorite manicures with you - whether it is a twist on the traditional French Manicure, just a little bow fun, or something cheery - my nails have… Read More
2016-02-13 19:00
We all LOVE to travel but if you are like me you definitely do not LOVE the packing process. What do I bring? What do I really need? What will the weather be like? So many factors affe… Read More
2016-02-12 17:00
Whether you live in New York City, are visiting for the first time, or have been to The Big Apple several times - picking a Broadway Show experience can be relatively difficult! There are so… Read More
2016-02-09 17:00
Back in 2008, Beyonce made it socially acceptable to be a "Single Lady" and 8 years later, every time that song is played, somehow everyone pretends to be a single lady - the power of Queen… Read More
2016-02-08 17:00
We have been feeling pretty amorous around here lately in preparation for Valentine's Day. Time to get in the mood with my top picks for music that will be sure to have you and your girlfrie… Read More
2016-02-06 18:00
With Valentine's Day quickly approaching you may find yourself scrambling to grab that last minute gift for your significant other. Contrary to popular belief V-Day is NOT just a holid… Read More
2016-02-04 17:00
Super Bowl Sunday is one of those days in the winter that almost every American looks forward to. Whether you are a football fan or you just use the day as an excuse to have a party, it stil… Read More
2016-02-03 17:00
Divorce. Let's face it-it's a touchy subject. The sheer topic makes some people feel uncomfortable, awkward, at a loss of what to say or how to react. And all of those feelings a… Read More
2016-02-01 17:00
I am not a huge Valentine's Day lover, but I do love any excuse to theme my manicure! Whether you add some pretty hearts, fab lips, or red sparkle - there are so many different ways to let y… Read More
2016-01-30 17:00
With Valentine's Day just over two weeks away, I wanted to share my favorite gift ideas for that girl in your life - whether it is your girlfriend, wife, mother, aunt, sister, cousin, or gra… Read More
2016-01-29 17:00
On January 31, one of our favorite fashion websites: Who What Wear will be launching their first apparel and accessories collection for Target and we are so excited! What makes this col… Read More
2016-01-28 17:00
Think SNOW! Mountain Creek Ski and Snowboard Resort in Vernon NJ is just a short ride out of the NYC/NY Metro Area and if you are an avid skier and/or snow boarder and you are looking… Read More
2016-01-26 17:00
One of my favorite things to do is trying out new restaurants. I have one rule that, when eating in NYC (or in any major city for that matter), I don't like going to a restaurant more than o… Read More
2016-01-25 17:00
January started out really cold in the music world. The deaths of David Bowie at 69 years of age and Glenn Frey, 67 years, left many fans and music insiders reeling...In a very small and per… Read More
2016-01-22 17:00
We have all heard the dire predictions here in the NY Metro Area and Tri-State. Blizzard Watch 2016!!! 3 feet of snow expected in the nation's capital-a foot of snow predicted to paral… Read More
2016-01-21 17:00
Rings are by far my favorite accessory!! I love layering rings and mixing up silver and gold to get different looks. Anyone who knows me know that I wear, at a minimum, 8 rings at a time!! I… Read More
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