Whirlwind Weekend

Thinking back on this week I got to do some really cool things! You already heard about my fascination with Fashion Week but here's some other things I experienced:

Feb 7th: I got the extreme privilege of going to the Jewelry department, which is kept under lock and key for obvious reasons. Lynn asked me to do some photography research so I was allowed to use the books in the Jewelry library. I was thrilled to glimpse the gorgeous cocktail rings and diamond collars strewn all over the table I was working on. I should have gotten up the nerve to ask to try something on but I didn't want to be that annoying intern. The books I got to borrow were equally stunning, I wanted everything from the Cartier showbook.

beautiful photography and amazing jewels

Another one of the benefits of working at Christie's is a pass to the ultra-secret Company Store. I spent all of my lunch break trying to find where it was but it was worth it. If you have a pass you can buy discounted and discontinued Estee Lauder brands. However, they're really strict about checking passes and there are no directions on how to find the store. I was so excited to get in that I bought a Bumble and Bumble hair care kit. It came with awesome pastel bobby pins!

shampoo kit / rainbow bobby pins / styling Allie's hair

Feb 8th: I read about Dylan's Candy Bar in this article so I made the trek after work. It was three floors of mind-blowing candy joy. Everything is brightly colored and covered in sweets. Dylan makes every type of candy from chocolate-dipped Oreos to multi-flavored candy bars. There's also a cafe where you can order sundaes and other treats. I highly recommend it if you love sugar!

 Dylan's branding / candy walls /
unique chocolate flavors

I couldn't stay at the candy store long because I had to make another dance class at Peridance. It once again kicked my butt but I was glad to get a thorough work out. On my way back from class I stopped by Little Poland for some perogies and lentil soup. The women there were really nice and it made me think of my mom and all the wonderful Czech food she used to make.

adorable diner-style Polish cafe

Feb 10th: I fully planed on being at the BNO all night but since it turned out to be a little more exclusive than we anticipated we opted for a late dinner. Allie and I went to Chennai Garden next door to the Caulfield. They specialize in vegetarian Indian food and it was awesome! I finally found a place that tastes like what I miss in Cincinnati. I ordered paneer masala and also we got poori, which is inflated naan bread.

 dinner / enormous poori

Feb 11th: Emily took me to Ess-a-Bagel for a late breakfast before we met Allie in the Fashion District. I got an everything bagel smothered with lox cream cheese, mmm! We found Allie at Elegant Fabrics and then stopped by Mood to pay homage to Project Runway. I admit I know nothing about fabric but I still appreciated the miles of jersey. I just imagine all the scarves I could make out of that fabric...

bagels make the best breakfast / Elegant fabrics /
Mood sequins / so many colors of jersey

Grabbed a some tiny cupcakes from Baked by Melissa. They were surprisingly flavorful for something so small but I think I still prefer regular-sized cupcakes—they last longer.

 aren't they adorable?

After that we went to Century21 and Zara for some light shopping. I'm always impressed with Zara's minimal but beautiful clothing. And I love finding the random good deal there! Century21 was more overwhelming but I picked up the perfect watch. It's getting fitted because I have the wrist of an infant but when I get it back tomorrow I will have pictures. Gotta love the East Village's jewelry stores that charge $5 for a fitting. I also dragged the girls by the Lincoln Center again to gawk at all the people. It's just such a breathtaking atmosphere. We finished off the night with a cactus pear margarita pitcher and enchiladas at San Loco for dinner. I haven't found better cheap Mexican food in NYC than this. Go there!

Feb 11th: Even though I ran a million errands today (and doing that takes a long time in the city) I love Sundays. I usually go to church, pick up some groceries, plan my week, talk to my guy, and chill out with my roommates and Once Upon a Time.

 beautiful Sunday afternoon

Today was extra nice because I got to skype with Adam and plan our adventure to California! I'm so proud of him for getting a great job in a big new city. Also, the Grammys are on and we all know how much I love award shows.

Hope your weekend was good as well!
Kendra

Putting On My Blogger Disguise

So I did it. I crashed a fashion week event. Sort of. Yesterday I discovered it was Blogger's Night Out (how did I never hear about this?) in New York. Allie, Emily, and I applied for invites but I'm pretty sure they don't give those out on the day of. So after work Allie and I showed up anyway. I had another wardrobe crisis and took over an hour to get ready but we actually made it to the event before it ended. Somehow we got in past the doorman but the minute I saw 300 lipsticked, top-knotted bloggers crammed into a tiny space I froze. Under good circumstances I can be quite outgoing but after a long week at work I wasn't quite up to the challenge of getting past the check-in point to the second room of bloggers. Still, it was cool to be there for a bit and observe. It definitely makes me realize that there is a huge stereotype for bloggers that I need to watch out for.

Final outfit choice:

Madewell tee / F21 belt / F21 skirt /

H&M tights / lucky NYC shoe find

where the party was held / proof I was there

It's okay, you can call me a wimp. I'm not really sure what qualifies me as a true blogger but I still feel like I have a lot to learn if it's something I ever want to do seriously. Only time will tell...

Night kids!

Kendrasity

Dress Code: Fashion Week

Instead of Friday Favorites I am going to post what I wore to work yesterday in honor of NYFW. I'm trying to be better about taking photos of my outfits because I often jump into sweats as soon as I get home. Also, I'm not a model and I feel really awkward asking people to photograph me. Anyway, hope you find some Fashion Week inspiration!

thrifted flannel shirt / Target belt /
F21 maxi skirt / AE ring

After work on Thursday I decided to stop by the Lincoln Center to see what the atmosphere was like. All the shows were done for the day but it was wonderful and surreal to stand in the plaza and take it all in. Yes, I am a nerd who gets excited about everything but I'm just so thankful to get a taste of something that I've been following for years. What a great opportunity being in New York is!

 NYFW sign / various buildings in the Lincoln Center plaza

Hopefully more stalking to come,

Kendra

Freaking Excited

So I'm sitting here in my baggy flannel pj's thinking about tomorrow and I'm so FREAKING excited! (Just picture Kristen Wiig when you read that.) Breaking news: Fashion Week starts tomorrow!

I know I don't own designer clothes , most of the time I don't bother to dress up, and I'm just a graphic designer. But honestly, I love fashion. If I had the time and the money (and a guilt-free conscience) I would be someone glamorously fashionable.

I'm really not sure what Fashion Week actually means for me because it's not like I'm going to any of the runway shows. But I plan on people-watching and in general just being really excited. Who knows, maybe something will randomly happen! If I crash something amazing, you will be the first to know. I will also post any pictures I take of the well-dressed fashionistas.

Trends to watch for:

Orange (and Yellow)

Printed Blazers

Lace

Glitter
(all photos found on Pinterest, not taken by me)

So check here for all the updates.

xoxo,

Gossip Girl (aka the City Chroma)

Every Little Accessory Counts

Hello! Lately I've been trying to focus on accessorizing my outfits because I've been running out of exciting things to wear. The details make the look.

Coach glasses / tiny pinky ring / Target moccs & AE socks

Happy Monday!

Kendra