Going to the Chapel

I'm getting married on Saturday so no posts for a bit!

Alta

This was a commission- I haven't eaten here but the building looks so cozy.

Dinner Party

My mom's cousin Brigid and her husband Winfred threw a dinner party in our honor last weekend in their cozy, quirky, seemingly styled by Wes Anderson apartment that bumps up against the Chelsea Hotel.
The apartment is filled with artifacts from their extensive travels and loads of books, mirrors, and artwork. And it has a fireplace!! Brigid served Coq au Vin and lots of champagne.
And for dessert, a chocolate cake...in the shape of a wolf's head, complete with bloody fangs. It was delicious. We didn't ask questions. The perfect end to a lovely evening.

West Village Steps

I lived at the Vintage Show this weekend. I went not once, not twice, but THREE times (I am indecisive, and it's right in my 'hood, so it's really not that bad.) I was on a mission and the show definitely delivered! I got accessories for the wedding which I won't talk about yet in case it is bad luck! I did get my mom her earrings for the wedding though...1950's chandeliers. Sooo cute.

I saw some great characters, including on Friday a drag queen sort of in half drag, including purple spandex leggings and a t-shirt with a stuffed bra. Then on Saturday he was in full drag with blonde bouffant wig. Then I saw this woman below- with a chic gray bob and a pillbox teetering on her head.

Top Secret

Someone told me no more shoe posts. I can't help it. Especially since I've discovered an amazing source where I purchased these two gems. Ok- I did not discover it. I've just never been there. It's on 18th and 7th and I'm sure you know what I'm talking about. Just don't tell anyone else about it. And if you see a pair of Vera Wang Lavender Label perfect silk nude flats in a 6 and 1/2, please hide them for me.

Lonny Magazine!

I am so excited to be a part of Lonny, check out my illustrations throughout. I am also on the contributors page  and my profile is on page 27! This was such an awesome project. The founders Michelle and Patrick are not only talented, they are great people too. Above is Patrick's pic of Deborah Needleman's table and lanterns, and below is my illustration.

 

My Site!

I haven't been around here much...it's because I have been working on my real live site! And now it's done! I am so thrilled and I owe it all to Matt D.- thanks buddy!!

Two reasons why I prefer my new neighborhood to my old one.

Goodbye Summer

The weather is suddenly unbelievably gorgeous, but this weekend it's goodbye Summer. And goodbye to my Pierre Hardy for the Gap sandals which have seen better days. They have served me well but it's time to toss them. Other New Yorkers can attest that with all the walking, you're lucky if shoes don't fall apart after one summer. I wore these for two summers so it's about that time. On to ballet flats and boots!

It was the middle of the week, and I was all set to go home and get some painting in. Then Chris said, let's try Monkey Bar for a drink. Twist my arm. I drank Whiskey Sours because it seemed like the right thing to do.
Then I saw Thom Browne in all his wee-suited glory. I couldn't resist a little homage in the form of an illustration.

Summer Dress Envy

I am always looking for summer dresses to just throw on. I love this one I saw on a girl walking in Tribeca last week. Not too sack-y, not too fitted. Perfect with her yellow sandals.

Philharmonic

I went to the Philharmonic in Central Park last week on what was probably the most beautiful night of the year. What a mob scene! The crowd was so large that people tied balloons to their spots so their friends could find them. I guess this a common phenomenon, but new to me since this was my first time there. Tons escaped into the sky.
I liked the music but I have to say what impressed me most was the gorgeous feast everyone packed: baguettes with brie..lots of fresh figs..and wine and champagne in real glasses. Some people ate by candlelight too. I was a little more low end with a veg sandwich, trail mix, and rose in a plastic cup. The ambiance was just as nice though!

Summer in the City....

..means the street fruit blueberries finally taste good.

..means urban lemonade stands. Only in NYC (or maybe L.A.?) would the children offer 'Regular' and 'Sugar Free'.

Gemini

Sari recently gave me a fabulous project: An illustration/portrait of twins for their May birthday. One loves photography and travel, and the other loves to cook. So much fun!