The Empire Hotel in New York

Stranded Label "Love" Top
Sold Design Lab Skinny Jeans
Converse All Star Chuck Taylor Sneakers
Ray-Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses



I'm finally sharing the last of the photos from my NYFW stay in September. I really enjoyed my stay at The Empire Hotel. I think this was my favorite Hotel for Fashion Week so far. It was a stone's throw from Lincoln Center and a quick cab ride from Soho. I didn't miss any of the shows, and that makes for a punctually happy me. I'm a Virgo, so planning is essentially a part of my genetic makeup... chaos gives me stress. I was treated to roof top views for a special Victoria's Secret Spa session and even thought I saw Ed Westwick (Chuck Bass from Gossip girl) once. We stayed on the uppermost top floor, corner unit. Alex enjoyed watching the comings and goings for Fashion Week from our windows just as much as I did.


The top I am wearing from Stranded Label is super soft and was perfect for flying into the city. I highly recommend them.




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Blue Blazer + Black Lace Dress @ NYFW

Vintage Blazer (similar styles from Calvin Klein here and in Chambray here), Love Label dress (Similar lace dress here), Vintage bag (similar styles by Marc Jacobs here and Chanel here), Beso Beso rings, Sam Edelman heels


A night at Lincoln Center during New York Fashion Week. This was the evening I spotted True Blood star Janina Gavankar. I have never watched an episode of True Blood, mind you. (Is it overly gory?) I recognized her from watching the short-lives series, The Gates. She is equally stunning, if not more so, in person.

What do you think of my mixing a baby blue blazer with a little black lace dress? I was inspired to mix these two colors thanks to Mary-Kate Olsen. :)

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Mercedes Benz NYFW Day 8 " Converse and Spots "

Romwe dress / Guess vest / Chuck Taylor Converse / Ralph Lauren Silver watch / Ray Ban Wayfarer sunglasses


I think my busiest day during New York Fashion Week took place on Day 8. Waking up extra early for the morning shows. Then, my Spa appointment with Victoria's Secret before lunch. I spent the afternoon in Soho, taking in the sights, shows and a bit of shopping. And topped the evening off with Elie Tahari and dinner at Barney's.

Seriously, I am so incredibly thankful of the good fortune that has come my way because of blogging. I have seen so many new things, learned a lot about myself, and finally made it to New York City, in 2009. The best part? Meeting you guys, my readers. And getting to share these exciting trips and adventures with all of you.

Thank You for your comments and friendships. If I could, I'd throw a party for all of us one day... maybe in Paris or New York? ;)

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Christine Alcalay S/S 2012 NYFW Presentation

I relish in attending the big production Fashion Shows during Fashion Week as much as I enjoy partaking in the more intimate presentations. With the Christine Alcalay S/S 2012 Presentation, we were treated to a collection influenced by Greece and Egypt. Sumerian, Roman, Chinese and Irish inflections trickled in as well. I appreciate the idea of being able to walk around the models, see the pieces up close and make eye contact with the designer and her muses. Overall, I found the collection quite amazing. I was transported to the Sixties with some of the pieces. See: White cardigan and shorts. And then to the Seventies with the funky prints and the dazzling maxi skirts and dresses. A little bit Mad Men meets Charlie's Angels, and I like that!

The thing that excites me the most about Fashion Week, is the packed-to-the-gills schedule. I get a kick out of running back and forth between different shows, appointments, meetings and scheduled interviews. It's what I miss the most once I get back home. I have a lot of energy and despise sitting around. I prefer a meaty schedule day in and day out. I think the life of a Fashion Editor is parfait!

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Touring the Rebecca Minkoff Showroom

One of my favorite things to do in New York (apart from attending Fashion Week, Shopping, taste-testing new dishes and even sightseeing) is touring Showrooms! It's exciting to be treated to a behind-the-scenes peek at how a company works in a daily setting. Not to mention how fun it is to see the latest prototypes in person. Is caressing a new bag odd? I'm in love with my new Rebecca Minkoff bag. Expect to see it debut (again and again!) on the blog this Fall, and surely into the new Year as well... :)

Have a great weekend!! xo

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Neon in Soho

KAREN WALKER Sunglasses / HURLEY Neon Tank / ROMWE Jacket / SOLD DESIGN LAB Skinny Jeans / CONVERSE All Star
ALEX & ANI charm bracelets


Maybe it was the brights at Christian Siriano and 3.1 Phillip Lim or the Neon accents at Nanette Lepore that inspired me? Either way, Neon doesn't seem to be going anywhere soon, as New York Fashion Week shared. I'm still loving neon as much now as I did in June.. I wore this outfit in Soho to view a few private collections, tour some Showrooms and then catch a Show at Soho House. More on all of that soon.

P.S. Which would you get the Alexander Wang "Beetle" Sandals in SILVER or ROSE? ♥

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