[Happy Holidays] Rebecca Minkoff's Casio G-Shock Launch Party 

A few nights ago, I had the pleasure of attending Rebecca Minkoff's Casio G-Shock Launch Party at The Back Room in New York. Rebecca Minkoff teamed up with Baby-G to create her own unique timepiece, representative of the "downtown romantic" aesthetic we've come to know and love. I love that Minkoff's watch, unlike other Baby-Gs, is made of a black ion plate with a matte black stainless steel and resin finish. And the watch wouldn't be a Minkoff without perfectly offsetting the black with a pink champagne dial. Checkout some footage from the party below, with appearances from some of your favorite fashion bloggers Trop Rouge, Natalie Off Duty and Nitrolicious.

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[Lookbook] Lily by Lynn Chin

I was asked by designer Lynn Chin to shoot the lookbook for her Spring 2012 Collection, affectionately named Lily. Above are a few images from the shoot. Although Lily is Chin's first collection, Chin is no fashion design rookie. Her resume boasts of fashion heavyweights such as Phillip Lim and Anna Sui. Chin's Spring 2012 Collection focuses on light, wearable pieces for the inner fashion nymph in all of us. The collection is especially perfect for city dwellers looking to soften their look with contemporary basics. The pieces range from delicate lace tunics to comfortable cocoon cardigans. There are several pieces that I can definitely see apart of my spring wardrobe, unfortunately, I've got a long way to go.

A huge thank you to Lynn Chin for allowing me the opportunity to shoot her lookbook. It was my first time shooting anything of the sort, so I hope I did it justice. I also want to thank the model, Alanna Blair, for her patience and grace during the photo shoot. I couldn't have worked with a better model. 

NEW YORK FASHION WEEK SPRING 2012

I will have the pleasure of attending Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York for the showing of Spring 2012 collections. I'm actually very excited and humbled by the amount of events that I have received invites to such as Rachel Roy, Yigal Azrouel and Perry Ellis. If you'll be around for the craziness, including Fashion Night Out, then please drop me a line. I'd love to meet up with fellow bloggers and non-bloggers during the biggest month in fashion!

"I fell in love with the girl at the rock show."

[Alexa] Dress Nightcap Bracelet David Yurman Watch Nixon [Me]  Turban Headband Lavela Dress American Apparel 

[White Hot] A Summer Engagement @ Red Bull Space, Soho

Jacket + Bathing Suit H&M, Skirt Romeo and Juliet, Shoes Steven by Steve Madden 

Last week, Lauren and I had the pleasure of attending an event at the amazing Red Bull Space in Soho.  Since my return to NYC, I've noticed quite a few women wearing white pantsuits and/or tailored jackets. Never one to miss a fashion beat, Lauren was right on trend with her take on the new summer masculine. I love her slightly unstructured blazer with cuffed sleeves, the high-waist bandage skirt paired with (for an added surprise) a bathing suit. I love Lauren's interpretation of the current trend; instead of just imitating what a celebrity has worn, her look is personalized. She's just another reason why I'd rather post what my friends wear in-real-life than some intangible celebrity. Fashion for the people, always. 

Street Style New York: Jules

Jules / Ray Ban Aviators, hot pink knit scarf courtesy of gmama, J. Crew jacket, Van Halen tee from URBN, Uniqlo black jeans, Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Hillier Hobo, Cartier watch, Cartier Love Bracelet with the champagne pink silk chord in rose gold, 

[then on the right hand close-up] Tiffany & Co. men's Venetian Link ID bracelet, Juicy Couture Love, Princess, J bangle, Mom's vintage tri-color with diamonds bangle, Cartier Love Bracelet in rose gold, Thin gold + diamonds slip on vintage bangle, Poupette Mini bead bracelet, ABC Home thread and bead bracelet with heart charm, and last but certainly not least.. her bracelet. It has a labrador charm attached with her dog's name engraved.
[in the last image] Rugby + Toms collaboration. 

Taco Time / Brooklyn, NY

Who: Yours truly and some choice friends

What: TACCOLADA

Where: The backyard of Trophy Bar, South Williamsburg 

When: a few Tuesdays ago

Why: For some the freshest tacos you'll eat in Brooklyn. Not to mention, you should definitely wash them down with Trophy's fantastic margaritas. With these 100 degree days in NYC that we've been having as of late, I promise you won't be disappointed. 

everybody nose / meatpacking, nyc

 Bag: Balenciaga 

Jacket: H&M
Bracelets: Bad Charma

T-shirt: LnA

Shorts: J. Crew

Shoes: Cynthia Vincent 

Absolutely shattered a few weeks ago in the meatpacking. See my lens cap in every image? Yeah, that's the last time I saw it too. Good times. 

Spotted: Face Hunter

Purse: Vintage Chanel
Boots: Jeffrey Campbell
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Aviators

This is my friend Helen and she has exquisite personal style. I'd say she is a healthy balance between downtown city chic and uptown class. The only time you'll see her in sweats is heading to the gym. She, too, has joined the blogging madness with her fantastic foodie fashion fusion blog (alliteration, I know -- totally unplanned) Well Done is a Deal Breaker. See more of her personal looks, dining experiences in the city and some of her incredible cooking + baking skills. You will certainly leave her blog hungry for both food and new clothes. 

EAT: RICE

I like to eat, a lot. And there's nothing more exciting than sitting down to a delicious meal in New York. This past weekend, my boyfriend and I had lunch at one of my favorite spots called RICE in Brooklyn. RICE offers a fairly eclectic and healthy fare, with menus brimming with dishes that include Asian, European, African, South American, Indian and Caribbean cuisines. And keeping true to the name, RICE offers an exotic array of rices: red, green, brown, black, sticky and white. Talk about diversity -- here's a place that reflects not only the community but the world.

[EAT] chicken mole tamale, arepa, indian curry chicken w/ black rice and the brunch special of french toast w/ bananas & lime maple syrup.