Grandma Sweater Weather

sweater, madewell; top, dvf; (similar) jeans, jbrand; shoes, joie; neckalace, jennifer zeuner; suglasses, miumiu 

I love when the seasons slowly begin to change and the air becomes crisp with the smell of fall. There is a magical time between summer and fall when there is no need for a coat, but a shirt is just not enough. I kept hearing my neighbors and close friends say that this is their favorite season in NY and I now know why. It is the best time to go out shopping, take a walk with the dog, and go for an adventure in a new neighborhood.

In the past I had troubles with layering, I always felt like I didn't have enough time while getting ready to think about all scenarios for my outfit (i.e. what if we go grab a drink and the restaurant is hot or what if this 'grandma' sweater isn't cute enough for where we are going?). But as I got more comfortable adding pieces to my outfit the art of layering became easier. I learned its not about where you are going, but how you feel. I like feeling like I rolled out of bed in my sweater, but cute when I take it off and have just a shirt on. Practice layering, there is no right or wrong way and that is the fun of it!

Just like my love for shoes I have a love for handbags and I find myself getting into a habit of grabbing the last bag I put my wallet and keys in. I finally switched out my mulberry bag (see my last three posts here, here & here) for my balenciaga one. I love the effortless look it has.

ring, david yurman; bracelet, jennifer meyer; bag, balenciaga

Best In New York; Brazilian Manicures

sweater, j.crew; skirt, dvf; shoes, tibi (similar); bag, mulberry

Through my 'Best In New York' series I want to share with my readers all the things that I love, visit, and do in New York City (thoughts?). I wanted to start this for myself as well to get out of my cozy little neighborhood of Chelsea and explore new places, restaurants, and parks that are only a train ride away. Nothing is constant in the concrete jungle that I call home and I want to share my encounters and favorites with you. I'm starting my first post with the best Brazilian Manicure (yes Manicure). One of my close friends is Brazilian herself and finds the best of the Brazilian World in NY. After she talked countless times of how amazing J Sisters left her nails, I knew I had to try it myself. I have to agree this is the best manicure my nails have ever had. The salon is stacked with headshots and thank you notes from all different celebrities and I kept waiting and hoping that one would walk through the door.

The manicure itself takes about an hour after carefully and painlessly removing your entire cuticle, which gives your nails a lighter more clean feeling. The whole process was so relaxing that I could have sat there for another hour. J Sisters is definitely on the top on my list for manicures and Ceia Crema is the manicurist to see. Thanks for having me !!

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Totes Amaze

sweater, american eagle; skirt, joie; bag, mulberry; shoes, jeffrey campbell; bracelets, david yurman

I love pairing a silly sweatshirt (like this one from American Eagle) to make a weekend outfit more fun. I think this may be one of the last days that I can wear a sweater without a coat. I found this amazing skirt at the Joie friends and family sale this weekend - I only took it off once!

A Black Belt

dress, alice + olivia; shoes, dolce vita; belt, dvf; bracelet, j.crew; sunglasses, miumiu

A belt does it all. I actually stole this belt off another dress of mine and pair it with almost everything. Sometimes it's hard to see what accessories you do have because they are attached to other pieces. I strip all of my clothing of it's accessories so I can make use of everything in my closet. Sorry DVF dress that you once belonged to, you may never get this belt back ;).

Morning Light

top, madewell; shorts & shoes, joie; bag mulberry; sunglasses, miumiu; bracelets, david yurman

I love the way the Meatpacking District feels early in the morning. The city is just waking up and feels alive and ready for a new day. This weekend has been crazy with Fashion Week and these Joie shoes are perfect for running around.

Almost Fall

dress, parker; shoes, dolce vita via nordstrom; bag, dvf; sunglasses, chanel

I'm found myself slowing transforming my outfits from summer to fall as I can't seem to let summer go. This will be an Indian Summer for me for sure. These Dolce Vita shoes are my favorite for the transitioning season, the ankle dresses up a bare leg but the toes are still covered.

details: bag, dvf; ring, tiffany and co

Fall Staples

hat, juicy couture; sunglasses, miumiu; top, splendid; jeans, rag and bone; shoes, tibi; bag, chloe
photos by: Stephanie Pavey

Getting ready for fall in the city. I love way the air smells and the small streets in the West Village are full of rustling leaves. This outfit is becoming my go-to fall look (these rag and bone jeans feel like pajamas). Nothing is more easy than a white tee.

Starting Again With a LWD

dress and necklace, bcbgmaxazria (both on sale); shoes dvf; sunglasses, miumiu

Wanting to get back into my blog after taking a hiatus, I thought the best place to dive into it head first was back in my Greek roots. No place makes a white dress more elegant and a girl more tan.

Shade

dress, dvf; shoes, kate spade; sunglasses, prada

Hello Monday.

details; sweater, lacoste; pants, zara, booties, jeffrey campbell; clutch, dvf; ring, kate spade

For some reason I love Mondays; the feeling of pressing the re-start button to your week and having another weekend to look forward to. In an easy effort to get out of the apartment I took my lounge pants to the streets. A  sweater and low booties transformed my silk pants to city appropriate. It was my first time using my Joby Gorilla Pod and I have to say I like it. It's so easy to use and you can take blog photos hands-free.

Neon and Black All Over

top, anthropologie; skirt, belt, & shoes dvf

NEON. It's always had a special place in my heart and wardrobe. It adds spice to any outfit and ties together each piece.

 

After taking a break from blogging,  focusing on my life and getting settled in New York I learned a lot about myself and my beloved city. I'm ready to get back into blogging and taking pictures of my fashionable new life.  

 

Featured: Glamour.com

via Glamour

I was so honored to be featured yesterday among Glamour.com's best dressed reader yet again. Check out the feature by clicking on the link!

Featured In: Teen Vogue

Check out my small feature on yesterday's Teen Vogue's website

Featured: Ken & Dana Design Blog

 

Yesterday I was featured on the Ken & Dana Design Blog after visiting their launch party and picking up my favorite piece of theirs last week. Their items were both unique and taste-ful and I cannot believe I left the launch leaving with just one of their pieces (I wanted legitimately everything!). I hope you enjoy both their blog page & pieces.

Ayer fue presentada en el Ken y Dana Diseño de blog después de visitar a su fiesta de lanzamiento y recogiendo mi pieza favorita de la semana pasada de ellos. Sus artículos eran a la vez único y útil gusto, y yo no puedo creer que me fui dejando el lanzamiento con una sola de sus piezas (yo quería legítimamente todo!). Espero que disfruten tanto en su página de blog y piezas.

Seen In: ModCloth

Lace has been my favorite fabric since it hit the racks last season. Before the fabric was seen on topped crops and bodysuits lace reminded everyone of your grandmother's closet or old fashioned gloves. I love the way lace came back into trends since it is such a sexy fabric to play with. ModCloth couldn't agree more and loved how bloggers were wearing lace this season. How do you wear your lace?

Encaje ha sido mi tejido favorito desde que salió al bastidores la temporada pasada. Antes de que la tela fue visto en los cultivos de cubierta y encajes bodys recordó a todos del armario de tu abuela o viejos guantes de moda. Me encanta el encaje de manera regresó a las tendencias ya que es un tejido sexy para jugar. Modcloth no podía estar más de acuerdo y amado cómo bloggers llevaban encajes en esta temporada. ¿Cómo usar sus encajes?

Feature: Never A Dull Day

I arrived home to Boston safe & sound with my wonderful friends and family waiting at the gate with both signs & love. If that was not enough to finish my arrival I saw my top 10 favorites featured on Never A Dull Day. I hope you enjoy my favorites!

Llegué a casa a Boston Safe & Sound con mis maravillosos amigos y familiares esperando en la puerta con ambas señales y el amor. Si eso no fue suficiente para terminar mi llegada vi a mis 10 favoritos Nunca apareció en un día gris. Espero que disfruten de mis favoritos!

Adios Madrid

a collection of pictures from Madrid

As one chapter in my life closes another one opens. As much as I will miss Madrid I am also happy to go home to see my family and friends. My next posts will be from Boston I hope you enjoy my change in scenery and city!

En un capítulo de mi vida se cierra otra se abre. Por mucho que yo echo de menos Madrid también estoy feliz de ir a casa a ver a mi familia y amigos. Puse una colección de mis fotos favoritas de mi tiempo aquí. Mi próximo post será de Boston Esperamos que disfrute de mi cambio de paisaje y la ciudad!

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