No Sleep 'Til NYFW

So here we are, just one day away from the kick off of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! I've always been more excited about Fall Fashion Week during my years at FIT, since it was the beginning of the school season and everything was so fresh and new.  But this season I started working in the fashion industry so I'm particularly anxious for the spring shows. Working in the office, I've had hands on experience with all of the intimate details that go into planning such important events as these runway shows. From the seating charts, to invitations, to programs, you never really take the time to realize how much hard work goes into something that seems so fun and carefree as fashion.

Can't wait to see the new Spring looks that are set to hit the runway this week! Which shows are you most looking forward to?

Weekend Wonder

This week is an exciting one for many reasons -- and it has nothing to do with the (not so exciting) snowstorms NYC has already experienced.  Two major world events are taking off this very Thursday and Friday: the opening games of the 2014 Winter Olympics, and the kickoff of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! Whether you love sports or fashion, there's a little bit of something for everyone to enjoy. Personally, I'm super excited for both! I discovered I really enjoy watching the Olympics during the 2012 summer games in London, so I'm definitely going to watch the winter games this year. And working in the fashion industry has given me a hands on look inside some of the hard work, amounts of detail, and weeks of planning that go into creating successful runway shows for fashion week, so there's nothing like seeing some of your hard work pay off. Can't wait for the end of the week!

C. Wonder Hits Columbus Circle

Two weeks ago, The Shops at Columbus Circle proudly welcomed a new addition to their atmosphere with the grand opening of C. Wonder, the chic lifestyle brand by J. Christopher Burch.  The store is in rare form with only ten locations throughout the country as of now, making this one their second in New York City. {You can find their Flagship store in Soho between Spring St. and Crosby}.

The brand is very reminiscent of the Tory Burch style, making their main aesthetic "affordable glamour" for women with an eye for fashion.  And you certainly can't bypass the store without being lured in by their vibrant colors and exciting window displays.  The stores are beautifully merchandised with a variety of colorful products like clothing, jewelry, housewares, electronics, and other accessories, many of which can be monogrammed with your initials to add a personal touch.

After taking a few laps around the store and mentally noting everything that I want, I came up with my own list of the top 5 most fabulous items in the store:

1.  Pebbled Leather and Chain Double Wrap Bracelet - $58

2.  Small Ikat Cosmetics Pouch - $28

3.  City Bike in Fuschia - $249

4.  Enamel Initial Cuff - $48

5.  Large Nylon Easy Tote in Black - $78

Oh, Monday

Ugh.  It's Monday morning.  So begins another long week.  Mine started out terrible!  Completely forgot I don't have class until later on, so I got up super early and came all the way to school way before I had to be here.  Total bummer..could've slept two extra hours!  But on the bright side, the weather is fantastic today in NYC. 

On that note, I hope everyone has a lovely week!  Leaving now with this message, let's see if I can help inspire at least one person today :)

Tuesday Travels

This Tuesday was a little more laid back than our usual rendezvous across the city.  We spent the afternoon at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  But knowing us, of course it was anything but laid back.  We bring the fun wherever we go.

It wasn't even five minutes into our trip that my sunglasses decided to fall into the toilet.  Totally gross.  After a good ten minutes of scrubbing and sanitizing, we were off.  Our first stop was the news stand for lotto tickets.  Sam's trying her luck and playing the mega millions!  While she picked her numbers, we made a friend.. shout out to Skinny Man!

Then we took what felt like the longest cab ride ever over to the museum.  I have to say that I'm the kind of person that goes into a museum for one thing and then dashes right back out.  {Just because we're art students, doesn't mean we like to spend our free time marveling at statues and ancient paintings}.  But I actually found myself enjoying it. Big shocker.  I almost wish we had more time to walk around and see more exhibits.  The museum is truly beautiful.

The time passed pretty quickly and before we knew it, it was time to head back to class.  We got stuck in traffic but paid no mind as we marveled at the amazing shopping as we rode down 5th Ave.

Skinny Man & Prissy

The Met

 

Inside the museum

So, maybe our Tuesday wasn't as thrilling as usual, but sometimes its nice to just have a relaxing afternoon.  Overall it was a fun time :)