Party in the Hamptons! woot woot!

This weekend was quite the fantastic surprise when I decided to pack my bags and head for the Hamptons! It was the perfect R&R that anyone could ever have with just the sun and beach on your mind.

Once we arrived, there was a late night bbq awaiting that lasted into the wee hours of the morning. Recall back to the good ole' college days?

But the fun didn't really start until we got to the sand and surf. The water was cold, but the bikinis came out nonetheless!

Mr. Krabs and Some Beach Finds

The party continued on with a friend's family dinner party and a late night bonfire at the beach! S'mores were a must as we sat by the fire to converse, drink, and take in such a starry view.

With such a restful weekend under the sun, it's hard to get back to the daily grind of the city! You will be sadly missed, but I will be reminiscing my weekend in the Hamptons on repeat for now. Toodles!

Under the Hampton Sun

NYC As The Canvas and New Yorkers As The Artists

Blog posts have taken a backseat this week in order to explore the art life in the city (day and night). And it's days like these when seeing a gargantuan bottle of ketchup in the middle of City Hall park makes you want to belt out a laugh.

Even the kiddies go crazy over Daddies's Tomato Ketchup. Slightly reminds me of Elvis...

But of course with every kiddie crazed famous bottle of ketchup comes something a little bizarre and mischievous. I'd like to call him the wise old fortune teller because all that is missing is a turban or a form of head accessory (oh how the hat is such a fashion trend these days).

On the other side of the river, NYC's public school, Mark Twain for the gifted and talented hosted an art show last week for all parents and friends to view the students work from this year.

The crowd was bustling with parents eager to see their children's art work as well as their classmates. The amount of talent in that school is practically envious. Their collective skills were put into this art piece that was created on a cafeteria table where many more will be painted like this. Awesome and extremely thematic art!

With all the art that I have been seeing in the city, I was inspired by this picture of the skyline at night as we were driving back to Manhattan. Adios, Brooklyn and see you soon as always!

Where the Wild Things Are...On the Highline and Beyond

Last night was a time to put this week to rest by spending some time with friends, eating delicious foods, and walking the city's Highline. It was a night to rewind and destress with lava cake, animals of the Highline and iconic views of the city.

Green Tea Lava Cake with Jasmine Tea @ Spot Dessert Bar

Spot Dessert Bar is a hidden gem on St. Marks Pl- a place where all the magic and fun happens any time of the day. I discovered Spot last year as I was walking down the block from a sushi dinner and boy, did I hit the jackpot of desserts. The incorporation of Asian flavors and ingredients to American styled desserts is just a spectacular twist to that All American taste. The unique appeal to these scrumptious plates can be found in its presentation and distinct flavors. The green tea lava cake, as recommended by the trendy hostess, was a dessert that was exquisitely delectable. Who knew green tea and dark chocolate could form a more perfect union?

And even on a warm day, a cup of jasmine tea along with this green tea lava perfection is a great after dinner combination to have.

Spot Dessert Bar

With our stomachs packed to the brim (in a good way), we were ready to explore the Highline with as much energy and enthusiasm we had as a kid running through park sprinklers.

Little Man, Big City

The first thing you might be able to spot when first stepping foot on the Highline is the little man attached firmly onto the old railroad tracks. His style reflects what most of the "meatpackers" would wear (day and night)- hipster trendy, much?

Further into the park, you'll end up seeing artistic yet odd looking ads that are either seen as billboards or painted on the walls of a building. With its bold colors and seemingly odd 3D effect, this billboard stole my attention for practically 10 whole minutes. I was having a very hypnotic moment to say the least.

 

 

At night, the Highline can be a bit scary and intense at times. If you don't keep your eyes peeled open for surprises, your knees might just buckle out of fear and uncertainty. Over the railings at around 20th street, you'll find the Highline Zoo with cardboard animals perched up with all eyes on you. If you don't bother to look outside of the park and over the railings you might just miss it. So, watch for the animals of the Highline! Cardboard or not, they need some TLC too!

More weekend city art to come!

Fashion Love for Call Me Maybe

Carly Rae Jepsen's Call Me Maybe has been a hit throughout the U.S especially in the NY Fashion scene. From Refinery29's after hours music video of the song to Rebecca Minkoff's recent video cover of it, I'm getting a bit inspired to do a cover of my own...But I'll just stick to this for now until I can get enough courage to dance and lipsync in front of my mac cam all at the same time.

Rebecca Minkoff's cover showcases the beautiful Hilary Rhoda and Leandra Medine of The Man Repeller as they get ready for the CFDA Awards. Surprise guest includes baby Luca from the Minkoff family!

Don't you love this video???

The clothes and accessories worn last night for the CFDA Awards were summertime fun with pops of great colors!

CFDA Awards: Leandra Medine, Rebecca Minkoff, Hilary Rhoda

How about Refinery29's cover?? Don't you just love this??

Follow the CRJ craze! Will you make your own cover?

Nacho Comes to Play at Liberty State Park

I crossed my fingers for an entire week in order to have wonderful weather for the annual Veuve Clicquot polo classic and guess what? My wish came true! Wet grass and gloomy weather? Fear not!

Summer prep, fancy hats, glamour gals, and J Crew covered head to toe males played the role of polo match attendees for Saturday's annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic event. This made people watching even more amusing and 10x more fun than gawking at the people in Chelsea because I do love the outrageous outfits that come out for this particular event. I especially love how crazy they get every year.

The Butterfly Ladies

Polo Boys

Charlton Tee, Stylemint. Black Ankle Trousers, Gap. Black Leather belt, Madewell. Chocolate Brown leather tote, Rebecca Minkoff. Black Oversized Sunglasses, Burberry.

The hoards of Polo attendees (Mahanttanites) flocking to Liberty State Park got some of the New Jersey Residents tongue tied and at times confused. One asked if we were all on a field trip, as she scratched her head in confusion. Once on the main camp grounds of the event, it was more a fashion mecca than anything else and I was at ease.

But there was always a solution to the craziness that instilled here. The photobooth- where it could go beyond crazy here. Although, not much of an actual photobooth, but a tent with a camera. It sufficed. Champagne and popsicles included.

But if taking pictures isn't your thing, a bluegrass group can tickle your musical side for a few minutes and take you back a few years and into country land.

The main event was something that couldn't be missed. Whether you're a polo fan or not, the horses were just beauties on their own. Nacho on a horse was an eyeful of fun to gaze at as well.

 

 

Veuve Clicquot sunglasses

 With all the fun that ensued on Saturday, it's now time to get back to the grind. Can't wait til Summer 2013's polo match!