MOD Does NYC
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
As many of you probably know, I LOVE New York City (a second MOD office in the near future? We will see!). My trip there a few weeks ago was nothing short of fabulous. The art galleries, the shops, the high-design restaurants, the local boutiques and most importantly, that special NYC energy did a lot…
Home on the Range
By Maria Orozova / Design
Fall is finally here! Autumn always reminds me of a calm day in the country and a simpler, more relaxed style.
The Grey Goose Marketing Recipe
By Maria Orozova / Design, Marketing
Even thought I wouldn’t call myself a vodka connoisseur, I have always loved the Grey Goose Vodka ad campaign. It is so polished and memorable. In fact, when planning my rehearsal dinner almost 2 years ago, the wedding planner asked what kind of feel I wanted, and I remember immediately answering, “I want it to…
You Better Belize It!
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
I am very excited about my upcoming trip to Belize! While shopping for the perfect tropical wardrobe, my designer’s eye is inspired by the cool colors and natural beauty I will be surrounded by. That’s why this week’s inspiration is the beauty of Belize.
Burberry { Reinvented }
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
After buying a pair of Burberry Brit skinny jeans a few weeks ago, it occurred to me that this 155 year-old brand has really revamped their creative direction and reinvented their semi-tired signature pattern. The new designs are fresh, exciting and quite dangerous to my wallet. 🙂 Check out some of the Autumn/Winter 2011…
Style, Luxury Service
By Maria Orozova / Design, Marketing
The SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills Given my 24/7 job is to pay attention to design, I was in branding heaven when I arrived at the SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills. From a branding perspective, no other property does a better, more cohesive job than this gem, hidden away on busy La Cienega Boulevard. Every…
MOD in L.A.
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
The City of Angels… Visiting Cali over the Labor Day holiday was a dream. We got lucky with beyond-gorgeous weather and a convertible as a rental car – and that only meant one thing – cruising, top-down from Malibu to the Hollywood Hills to the southern tip of Orange County. 1- Malibu – Right off…
Cooling Off in Colorado
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
Visiting Colorado in the summer was a treat, especially since the temps have been off the charts in Austin this year. We visited Vail, Beaver Creek and Aspen and here are some of the highlights. 1- The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa at Beaver Creek – A world-class resort in the heart of the Vail…
Chilled Summer Soup
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
Last week while flipping through the Wall Street Journal, I ran across this refreshing recipe so I decided to try it….. verdict is…. LIGHT and DELICIOUS!
London at a Glance
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
Last May, my hubby and I stopped over in beautiful London for a few days of our honeymoon on our way to the island of Crete. We had a great time and we lucked out with fantastic weather! Here are the highlights: 1. The British Museum – With more than 7 million objects on display,…
"It's the simple things in life that are the most extraordinary." – Paulo Coelho
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
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Art that Unites
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of meeting a talented artist Matthew J. Winters. And I am equally as happy to now be able to call him a friend. Matthew graduated from Depaul University in 2006, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts. He has also received numerous recognitions and awards. Winters…
MOD does Chicago
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
Last weekend, I tried to get some relief from the Texas heat by jetting off to the Windy City. I absolutely LOVE Chicago. The energy and vibe is contagious and, for a foodie like me, the restaurants are amazing. If you’re planning a visit soon, here are just a handful of the things you MUST…