• Home
  • Blog
  • About
  • Collab
  • Shop
    • Checkout
    • My account
  • LinkTree

Jet Set Jiles

Fasten your seat belts! And experience how beautiful life can be . . .

  • Bon Vie
    • Lifestyle
    • Self Care = Self Love
    • Television
    • Books
    • Stories
  • Bon Appétit
    • Recipes
    • Restaurants
  • Bon Voyage
    • Postcards
    • Crusing
    • Resorts
    • USA
    • Washington DC
    • Las Vegas • Summerlin
    • Europe
    • Digital Nomads / Snowbirds
  • Old Town ALX

Press Preview & Opening → Beyond Camelot: The Life & Legacy of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Exhibition • Donated by Monte Durham to The First Ladies Museum in Canton, Ohio

May 1, 2023

Postcard from Jiles

Canton, Ohio • Home of the National First Ladies Library & Museum • DoubleTree by Hilton

1 May 2023

Bonjour Jet Setters!

The Jackie Kennedy exhibit at the First Ladies Museum is opening. And we got tickets! Beyond Camelot: The Life & Legacy of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Exhibition was donated by Monte Durham of Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta & Le Créateur of Salon Monte in Old Town, Alx (where I get my hair done!).

We’re in our room at the DoubleTree by Hilton, right across from the museum. Warming up a bit from the bone chilling rain outside. Relaxing after the the early afternoon press event, and before tonight’s champagne reception. I’m on the bed, with doggie and blanky, and the heat on in the room.

I thought I’d break from pondering how to do my hair in this bone chilling rain (talk about pressure — it’s my hairdresser’s event!), and pop on and write a postcard to let y’all know what was going on. Give you a little behind the scenes, so to speak . . .


The first time I went to Salon Monte, the salon’s namesake told me all about his love for Jackie, his prolific collection, and how he was donating his all of his Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis artifacts to the First Ladies Museum in Canton, Ohio.

Did you know one of those artifacts is an exact replica of Jackie’s wedding dress to JFK? I’ve seen it in so many photographs, but it was so special to see it replicated, up close. So beautiful with such a story!

This is the only replica of the iconic dress in the world. Monte went to great lengths to have it recreated. There’s a whole story. And to hear it, you’ll have to wait for our “official” content on the exhibit. This is just some behind the scenes stuff!

I actually got a little emotional seeing everything on display. I have my suspicions as to why the emotions. I think it’s connected to beauty, luxury, leisure, intentional living, and creating conscious memories. Which I’ll muse about in a later post.

I’m actually sensing a lot of content from this tiny sojourn to the heartland. In addition to our Jet Set Jiles platforms, we’re excited that we’re doing a piece for the next Zebra (June 2023)! Mary Wadland, the “Good News in Alexandria Newspaper” publisher, wants us to really dive into a sold story about the exhibit and dig into Monte’s passion for collecting Jackie memorabilia.

So it’ll be exciting to see our byline in black and white (and read all over!). Miles & Jennifer — husband – wife – photographer – reporter duo. With their little side kick, Chou Chou (a French term of affection pronounced Shoe Shoe). lol.

Doing Zebra stuff is gonna be some new memory making for us. And, as I say all the time, conscious memory making is so important! It enriches your life and nourishes your soul.

Check it out, we even got Zebra press passes! Which made us giggle . . .

The media event was really cool. And you didn’t feel super self-conscious and like a weird-o taking pictures and videos because that’s the purpose of the event! Everybody was doing it! It was really nice to have the camaraderie of “fellow reporters” to help you out. lol.

I joke, but seriously, people were swapping cameras to get the shots for other people. A reporter went up to Miles to say hi and that he thought that they worked together before. Miles said, he was from DC, here for the Zebra Press in Alexandira, Virginia. lol. One guy asked me to go take my pictures again of the fireplace and portrait so he could video it for his station.

Here’s my picture of him doing the same thing he asked me to do! lol.

The whole experience was really neat!

And Monte, well, he’s just a gem. A true southern gentleman making everyone feel at home among his treasured collection. And making sure everyone got their info and their photos. He is the master selfie taker!

You think this is a picture of Monte taking selfies with these ladies. And he is. But what you don’t know is I thought it would be a good picture. So I asked Monte to take the pictures again so I could “get the shot”. lol.

Monte gave a talk at the press event. One of the things he was touching on was Jack and Jackie’s wedding. And how Joe Kennedy really jumped into the planning (and the paying for) the wedding. Pushing Jackie to look “bride”, versus the clean lines she craved.

I’d say that sounds sooo familiar — parents jumping into the planning of your big day – their wants, wishes, and wardrobe – but with the political agenda surrounding her wedding this was a whole other level!

Anyhow, in addition to the dress, Joe also went around to all the neighbors at Hammersmith Farm and asked them to have their livestock out grazing in the background of the festivities. Talk about picture perfect!

Monte then wrapped the story concluding how Jackie had the original chic farm wedding! (And we just left one, at Miles’ Grandmother’s farm!)

Ok folks, it sure was fun giving you a little behind the scenes. So many cute stories are going to come out of this trip. We can’t wait to share them with you!

But for now. Off to do my hair, and put on a little Dolce for Beyond Camelot’s Champagne reception!

A bientôt!

Kisses,

Jennifer & Miles & The Furry Princess

Bon Voyage, Old Town, Old Town Alx, Old Town Post, Postcard, Postcards from Jiles, Road Trip, USA

You might also enjoy

Mason Social — Our Favorite Spot for Chili & Empanadas
Bastille is open Thanksgiving and if Chef Michelle wasn’t working she’d have this Sweet Potato Soufflé on her table! Here’s the recipe & their Thanksgiving menu . . .
Wine Tasting at Cave Bianchi 1860 in Nice, France
Previous:
We Made It! We’re at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Canton, Ohio — Just Across the Street From the First Ladies Library & Museum
Next:
Jackie O’s Brilliant 30k Monthly Clothing Allowance • Story from Nancy McKeon’s Memoir — Jackie’s Girl: My Life with the Kennedy Family

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

About Me

Bonjour! Welcome!!!

Consciously create a life filled with beauty at home and on your travels. We enjoy practicing the art of living well, and creating daily rituals to thrive & nourish the soul. We love sharing all of our discoveries, and invite you to come along for the ride. 🚙💕

Let’s Socialize

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Subscribe

Hot off the press . . .

Jackie O’s Brilliant 30k Monthly Clothing Allowance • Story from Nancy McKeon’s Memoir — Jackie’s Girl: My Life with the Kennedy Family

Press Preview & Opening → Beyond Camelot: The Life & Legacy of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Exhibition • Donated by Monte Durham to The First Ladies Museum in Canton, Ohio

We Made It! We’re at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Canton, Ohio — Just Across the Street From the First Ladies Library & Museum

Categories

Browse

  • Blog
  • Shop
  • Collab
  • Legalese

Pip Pip Cheerio!

Did ya know “pip pip” mimics the double honk on an early 20th century motorcar? It's an upperclass British colloquialism for farewell. 🎩 I learned that because we're Downton Abbey superfans!

jennifermariedejiles

State of the art security on Nautical Jiles 🛥️🐾…

_______________
@milesdejiles #oldtownalx #boatdog #visitvirginia #virginiaisfordoglovers
Hotel Café Royal • London This place is on Reg Hotel Café Royal • London

This place is on Regent Street where the elegance of Mayfair merges with energy of Soho — and it is one great fashion show! When we’re in London we like to go here have drinks, an appetizer, and people watch. 😍

It popped up on my FB memories today. 🥰

Have ya been? Will you go? Let us know. 

xxx 
____________________
#dolchevita #londonlife #hotelcaferoyal #regentstreet #london🇬🇧
Guess where this is? 🤣 _____________________ # Guess where this is? 🤣 
_____________________
#bicycles #bicycleart #oldtownalx #alexandriava #visitvirginia
My husband sure can take some beautiful pictures! My husband sure can take some beautiful pictures! Here’s the Boat Club from Hummingbird. 😍
_______________________
#flowerpictures #boatclub #extraordinaryalx #alexandriava #virginiaisforlovers #olddominionboatclub #prettypictures  #springday #springflowers #potomacriver #oldtownalexandria #oldtownalx #oldtownpost 

well done @milesdejiles 😘
Went to Barca last night. The staff couldn’t hav Went to Barca last night. The staff couldn’t have been nicer! We had a great time. 

It’s a small plate concept. We shared everything. But some favorites emerged. Miles really liked the BEEF TENDERLOIN with tomatoes, red wine, shallots, garlic, & jalapeños. And by far my fav was the JAMÓN SERRANO CROQUETAS with manchego & aleppo-orange honey. On my list to try next time are the STUFFED DATES with blue cheese, jamón serrano, & olive oil — they sound delish! 

It’s packed most of the time. But Tuesday around 4 o’clock we were seated straight away. It was pretty full by the time we left. We were conscious not to linger. But they never made us feel rushed. And they were super welcoming to the furry princess! 

Have ya been? Will ya go? Let us know! And follow us for more in Old Town.🍍⚓️💛

😘 @jetsetjiles 

___________________
#extraordinaryalx #alexandriava #visitalx #visitvirginia #dmveats @barca_alx
Miles took a really nice picture of me and the fur Miles took a really nice picture of me and the furry princess! I took three of Miles and managed to not get his face in all three of them. 🤦‍♀️ 

Think I’ll do better playing photographer for the blessing of the fleet tomorrow? Stay tuned! 
___________________
#searay #searayboats #lillypulitzer #yorkielife #oldtownalexandria #furbaby #lifestyleblogger #dolchevita @milesdejiles #potomacriver #nauticaljiles #🛥 #luxurylifestyleblogger #slowlivingmovement #liveinthemoment #grateful🙏
#flasbackfriday — me 4 years ago in Rome My cap #flasbackfriday — me 4 years ago in Rome

My captain was: Ciao Rome! 🇮🇹🍕🛵 On to London, baby!!! 🎩🇬🇧🍻Vroom . . .

__________________
#rome #romanholiday #louisvuitton  #vespa  #tulleskirt #pearlskirt #dolchevita #italianplaces
I just posted it and @milesdejiles has already sta I just posted it and @milesdejiles has already started practicing. 😂 

___________________
#learnfrench #crazylove #crazylife #myhusbandismybestfriend
Insta just made this reels for me! Insta just made this reels for me!
We’ve had a lot of strollers. And this Roodo is We’ve had a lot of strollers. And this Roodo is by far the best to go out dining with! It’s got a really small footprint without sacrificing space for the furry princess. And it was by for the easiest one to put together — it came folded like an umbrella and we just popped on wheels. 

Link to it on our blog. And you can link to that in our bio. 

😘 
_________________
#furbaby #dogstroller #yorkiesofinstagram #strollersfordogs
We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing. — George Bernard Shaw

_________________
#georgebernardshaw #quotestoliveby #beyourbeautiful #inlovewithlife #dolchevita
Celebrating this fella today! ❤️🎂🥳 We h Celebrating this fella today! ❤️🎂🥳

We had a leisurely lunch at Chart House, toasting Miles! Sipped a nice pale pink rosé in the shade and people watched in between courses. Limited menu compared to the olden days. But it was tasty. 

I love you so much @milesdejiles — thanks for sharing your day with us! 😘 

_______________________
#🥳 #happybirthdaytoyou #extraordinaryalx #visitalx #alexandriavirginia @charthouserestaurants
This is the beauty I came downstairs to this morni This is the beauty I came downstairs to this morning. A perfect bouquet from the furry princess for Mother’s Day weekend! 

I do suspect Chou Chou’s daddy had something to do with it! 😉 

Many thanks to my loves! And lots of love to all of you! 😘 
___________________________
#dogdad #furbabies #dogmomday #bouquetofflowers #happymarriedlife
We went to the opening of the Jackie Exhibit, dona We went to the opening of the Jackie Exhibit, donated by @therealmontedurham , at the First Ladies Exhibit in Canton, Ohio. And we’re doing an article on it for @thezebrapress 🦓!!!

I’ve been working on our Zebra article. And it’s so fun to look at all the pics of this smart, amazing, and stylish lady. 

Full article in the June print edition! But if you want a little behind the scenes we’ve got a peek of the press event on the blog. Link in Bio. 

À bientôt! 😘 

_________________
#jackiekennedy #jackieo #firstlady #portraitart #portrait @firstladiesnps  @firstladieslibrary
If you bungle raising your children, I don’t thi If you bungle raising your children, I don’t think whatever else you do matters very much. - Jackie Kennedy 
_________________________
#jackiekennedy #jackiekennedyonassis #jackiekennedyquotes #quoteoftheday #mothersdayweekend
Doors to the weekend are almost open! Any exciting Doors to the weekend are almost open! Any exciting plans?
___________________
#doorsofinstagram #secretgarden #whiteroses #antiquedoors #flowerdaily #flowerdecor #europe #oldtown #doorsofeurope #roses🌹
Oh how we love Downton! ❤️ _________________ # Oh how we love Downton! ❤️
_________________
#downtonabbey #julianfellowes #downtonabbeystyle #highclerecastle #liveslow
That green door for spring is just perfect! 👒🌷💚
_____________________
#oldtownalexandria #visitvirginia #visitalxva #doorsofinstagram #extraordinaryalx
Here’s to slow living luxury. 🥂 ___________ Here’s to slow living luxury. 🥂 

___________________
#slowliving #slowlivingforlife #slowlivingmovement #memorymaking
Miles found some pictures of the after party and s Miles found some pictures of the after party and sunrise breakfast, before the big help out. 🤣 

📸: Niel Mason

______________________
@milesdejiles #kingcharles #coronation #kingcharlesiii #londonerslondon
Follow on Instagram
Design by SkyandStars.co
Back Top

Copyright © 2023. Jet Set Jiles

 

Loading Comments...