NYC Restaurant Explorations

As a citizen of NYC, I think that it's my duty to explore all of the wonderful restaurant options that exist in this food mecca. My adoration of Top Chef and Food Network cooking competition shows only further adds to my impetus to eat at every restaurant with reach. I was talking to some friends recently about compiling a Restaurant Wish List, so I thought I would share it with you all as well! Enjoy!

NYC Restaurant Explorations

And for more thoughts on the matter...see  Eater's Manhattan Heatmap

From the Runway: London Spring 14 RTW

Bright and white, with florals mixed in!
                



Pastels and embellished skirts done right!
               



Disco ball chic!
               



Plain shirts and flowy skirts!
                


Do I dare?
                

Photos couresy of Elle and WWD

From the Runway: New York Spring 14 RTW

Structured pieces that go day to night!

Rock & Roll beaded glamour!





Long-sleeves and long skirts CAN be sexy!

Vintage-inspired gown perfection!





The more detailed the pattern, the better!





Rich, buttery leather separates!





Give me colorful florals any day!



Photos via elle.com

Most Wanted: Fall Fashion 2013

It's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week here in NYC, so I'd thought take the opportunity to look through my old inspiration shots from the Fall 2013 shows and FINALLY get started with the September shopping extravaganza. Enjoy!

Most Wanted: Fall 2013 Accessories

When Fall, comes around, I get SO excited that I usually make all my purchases in the beginning of August justttt to make sure I get the items before they sell out. This year I decided to take a different attitude and wait out the trends to see what's sticks and works for me.

Here are the accessories I can't WAIT to try:

What I Packed: Hamptons

The Hamptons are a great escape from the hot city when you want to transplant your NYC lifestyle to the pool and mix it up with other NYC exports at one of the 5 bars that becomes a summer mecca. My packing philosophy is simple: comfortable pool lounge wear for the day and beachy sundresses for night (see my very first post). Oh and of course some fun extras! Here's what I packed this time:

Mara Hoffman swim wear
$160 - oxygenboutique.com

Ella Moss clothing
shopbop.com

Bric s luggage
forzieri.com

J Crew straw hat
jcrew.com

Anastasia Beverly Hills eye makeup remover
net-a-porter.com

Kindle Paperwhite
amazon.com

Westward Leaning Color Revolutions Acetate Square Sunglasses/Neon Pink
saksfifthavenue.com

Healthy Snacks: Gluten Free

Recently, many of my friends have been pursuing healthier eating styles. One of the most common is certainly the gluten free diet. Even though I could never give up the pasta and indulge in the craze, I wanted to depict some of the yummy snacks that one can make or buy while following the gluten free lifestyle. The EatingWell recipes can be found at here.