2.25.2015

city views













Jacket Coach (Black version here) | Sweater French Connection 
| Jeans J.Crew | Hat J.Crew | Shoes Nike via J.Crew | Glasses Warby Parker | Rings Topshop


One of my favorite things to do in New York (or any city for that matter) is finding balconies, rooftops, porches, etc to perch up and visit in. To me, there really is nothing better. You get to see the city from a completely different standpoint and environment, and - sometimes - after a long day's work or fighting for your life on the New York City subways during peak hours, it really reminds you why you love the city so much.  Looking up you see a beautiful scape of skyscrapers and older "historied" buildings, all with the most beautiful architectural feel. And looking down you get a view of the New Yorkers and city visitors buzzing around. With Manhattan being so small, you will usually find some sort of views of the rivers, too. It is truly a favorite weekend activity and above is a favorite weekend outfit.

Some of my favorite rooftops, for good measure:
Gallow Green, Chelsea
230 5th, NoMad
Loopy Doopy, Battery Park
The Press Lounge, Hell's Kitchen
Top of the Strand
The Ides, Williamsburg, Brookyln

On my list for this spring:
Lounge at Pod 39
Upstairs



2.23.2015

meet marsala
















Top; Zara (similar here) | Skirt Zara | Shoes J.Crew | Bag Vintage | Jewels David Yurman

Today I'm repping this year's Pantone Color of the Year: Marsala.

"A naturally robust and earthy red wine, Marsala enriches our bodies, minds and souls."





2.18.2015

tutu for now















Top Caslon via Nordstrom | Belt Vintage | Skirt Space 46 Boutique | Heels Shutz
Bracelets JCrew | Wallet Kate Spade


Everything makes more sense when you are wearing a tutu. 


I've had some people, usually tourists, approach me on the streets of New York saying "I would never get away with what you're wearing if I were to wear that back home." Usually the conversation ensues about where aforementioned human is from, etc. Usually the human says something along the lines of "people would stare like I had three heads if I were to attempt that look..." and I never know whether they intend it as a compliment or an insult, but I always take it as the former. Don't get me wrong, I'm never dressed like Lady Gaga, but I always try to wear something out of the ordinary at least once a week - example A. a tutu. And don't get me wrong, people will sometimes stare, or make comments, but in reality who cares. There's so many people in New York, and everyone is unabashedly who they are, so while I'm wearing a tutu theres another person 10 steps behind me in a sequin wig. It makes getting dressed fun. And I think that while New York seems intimidating to a lot of people, if you look at it this way its actually much more inviting. I hope that when people make those types of comments to me, about being able to "get away" with wearing it, they actually have a change of heart after our conversation, because life is way to short not to wear a tutu just because you feel like wearing a tutu.  



2.16.2015

valen-time's












Sweatshirt, Sequin Trousers, Heels Sam Edelman | Tee Shirt J.Crew

 Clearly not willing to come to terms with the fact that Valentine's Day has come and gone. 
I'll be repping the Lips all spring long, I can already feel it.

Also, sequin track pants are necessary in life at all times and in all moments.
Happy Monday.
xo



p.s. thank you to my boy-that's-more-than-a-friend for taking these photos. muah