Inspiration: 12.16.14 - Insta

What I'm loving this week on Instagram...



Well, no actually, I have yet to begin. Last year, I miraculously had everything purchased and wrapped by Thanksgiving weekend #overachiever. Love this wrapping paper! Definitely looking for the most inexpensive DIY wrapping paper for sure. I'll be playing White Christmas while wrapping this weekend. PS- if you have Netflix, they have 3 variations of fires you can display on your screen for those of you without a hearth of your own!



BOOM! Definitely on the 2015 bucket list is to take a helicopter tour of NYC. Every day makes me appreciate living here in this big ol' city more and more. Keep smelling those streets filled with hotdog vendors and horse poo, hear the honks of cabbies and screams of crazies on the platform and most importantly...look up and around. It's what makes this place THE city!





This quote makes me reminisce of high school days with my best... a year is coming to the end and there is nothing more I'd love than to sit up at the loft with the whole gang or taking in the sunset at Jeb's point.



Everything in moderation... may you have all that makes you happy and all that makes you understand who you really are meant to be.



Holiday partay time!! Nothing better to serve guests than a well gathered group of meats and cheeses! and LOTS of wine and bubbles!



Having recently been gifted a pouf beanie myself, I absolutely love Katie's whole look...those Chanel sneakers though.... #tomboy4life



Love this way of tying your scarf with the belt of your trench.



tres chic! tres bien! If I had both these slippers on and pink fur..i'd hope to be in a cafe in Paris with a view of the Tower or city rooftops.

 

Inspiration: 11.18.14 - The InstaQuotes

The InstaQuotes

As females, we have a strong love for inspirational quotes. Don't lie - we all know you have at least 10 saved on your camera roll that you've seen either on some social media network, billboard and/or street art. We see a quote and it automatically becomes a sign - a beacon of hope for what we may be going through during that particular moment. Well, I am one of those chicks - see a quote I like and it goes straight to the camera roll and I'm not afraid to admit it. I've always been one for inspirational quotes. Perhaps the inner athlete in me maintains that connection of locker room pump up speeches - Rocky anyone? FU Stags, can I get an AMEN? - but nonetheless it continues now via social media - Instagram specifically.

Here are a few of the more recent stored quotes i've gathered in the past couple of months...



#girlpower #makemoves Type of quote that says - yea! That's right, just keep swimming..just keep swimming



I believe I've already mentioned my past experiences with controlling the situations in my life... well this is true. Yea I'm up for anything, as long as I plan ahead so there won't be any surprises...



During the times when you need the strength to remember who you are and where you've come from - Iman keeps it real.



Well this is technically not from Instagram but my brother knows me all too well. I am the small population of ladies in New York who not only enjoys eating but looks forward to the next meal every time. Even if I'm already eating at the moment. #Yolo ? #beefy



Then Cara Delevingne gives us this lovely mantra. Something to repeat daily when life is tossing you lemons and there's just no juicer available. This has really been one of my absolute favorites.



Now, I love tattoos. I think although some people may take it too far - to each, their own - I think they're sometimes a beautiful way of expressing oneself. A lot of times we travel down roads that leave us too far from the person we are, that tattoos can help you always remember. Not saying get out there and get tatted, they're not meant for everyone. Lord knows your 80 year old self wont be loving that Tiger across your lower back but hey, at the time you thought you were fierce.



Lastly, again Iman keeps it real. It is all about baby steps and learning who you are and the excitement of who you will become.

 

 

Inspiration: 11.12.14

 

Photo Source: Classy-inthecity

As a person who generally always had "control" over her life, I had no trouble fitting in a workout, blogging, daily news, and social media all on top of my 9-5ish full-time job. Over the course of moving to the city, Summer plans which turned into Fall activities and beginning a new job, I've found less time to do all of those things I was so easily capable doing.

Priorities have changed and I'm learning how to just live in the moment all while trying to run the world - as girls do. This week's inspiration touches upon a few of these notes -

Olivia Palermo - how to dress like a boss! Channeling the powers of Olivia Pope (Scandal), Jessica Pearson (Suits) and a little Emily Thorne/Amanda Clark (Revenge), dressing up for the position you want should always prevail. An outfit can make or break your mood and change your day unexpectedly.

Coffee & Magazines - fooor days my friends. Felt a little basic yesterday and craved a Pumpkin Spiced Latte - apparently the season is over and instead I received a peppermint mocha - AWFUL SURPRISE! I will stick to my cappuccinos till Spring. Magazines for inspiration. I will always love that tangible feel of a print magazine. Before the world of pinterest and tablets - no, i'm not that old - there were folders of torn out magazine pages. There is something about print magazines that will always resonate a stronger connection with me than that of any interactive, digital issue. It inspires as you go round, after round of reviewing the same magazine just in case you missed something. I've felt disconnected to that world and am looking forward for the moment I can finally sit down and read the September Issues of Vogue and Harper's Bazaar - gasp! I have yet to look still. Those issues take time.

Sneakers/Trainers the modern day Working Girl - Thank the goodness sneakers are cool and chic to rock to the office. After injuring my foot either via Pilates or running the concrete jungle, I will be in sneakers for the rest of the week at the office. Always fascinating the amount of variables one can work a pair into even the most professional of outfits. If you have yet to see Working Girl - get it together and step it up. She's the originator of sneakers to work chic.

The final picture - i'm drawn to it. Perhaps because she looks like a bad arse boss or maybe I just love black and white together on a gal. Either way, i'm channeling her energy too.

Get inspired and shift into gear. It's already Wednesday people!!

Weekly Inspiration: 10.21.14

Photo Source: Classy in The City

This week i'm loving the - finally - cool, crisp weather. With the expected rain for this week, all I want to do is bundle up in sweaters and brunch. Is that too much to ask for? I do enjoy a good bellini or two, but with the cold, wet weather, I'll take some people watching and a cappuccino.

 

#LikeABoss

Photo Source: NARS, Christian Louboutin, Amazon, Pinterest, Google, Marie Claire

Usually on Mondays, we find ourselves dragging, tired from the weekend. Rarely do you see someone barge in bright and early to your office ready to tackle the world. As I flipped through the pages of Marie Claire's September Issue - for writing inspiration of course - I came across the Pantene advertisement, #shinestrong, adjacent to their style guide on how to dress like a boss lady. I absolutely LOVE this ad - and the adjacent edit! It's so true for any girl, woman, or child wanting to kick butt and take names. Immediately, it sent me into a tizzy and woke me the heck up. Time to put the crown back on and get things moving and grooving - you're week has officially commenced!

Inspiration: 8.11.14

Photo Source: Collage Vintage

After a stellar weekend away - i'm holding out for the next weekend to come... with only 4 days in the office (now 3), the weekend seems but a blink and a half away. Bring me back to the beach so I feel that sun and taste that salt as I eat it and face plant back into the white caps...memories. Shout out to my brother, Dean, as he was the only one to have witnessed that moment of grace and glory.

 

 

Inspiration: 7.29.14

Photo Source: Google

As Icona Pop so eloquently put it "but i'm a 90s b*!#h...I love it!" Channeling my favorite beauties and their bad arse vibes this week. Classic images of Christy Turlington, Daria Werbowy, Lara Stone, Naomi Campbell and of course - Kate #supreme Moss.

Inspiration: 7.21.14

Photo Source: Le Fashion

It's Monday... and this is how I felt all day - after an epic staycation with friends from far away lands, I'm in need of an actual vacation. Since I'm a dreamer...I shall continue to dream and share with you because I know you love it when I do ;)

I may be a poet too shhh.

Photo Source: Classy-In-The-City and The Chronicles of Her and Sincerely Jules

 

Instagram Inspiration: Summer Style

Hat: J.Crew, Dress: Zara, Clutch: ASOS, Shoes: Zara

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, Sweater: H&M, Skirt: American Eagle Outfitters, Shoes: Soludos



Shirt: ASOS, Skirt: TOPSHOP, Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Shout out and thank you to my darling friend Pia for demanding some Summer outfit inspiration! ;) I will certainly attempt to post once a week with more.

I am a visual person which is why Instagram is really my favorite of all the social media platforms. The above 3 ladies are a few of my favorites with great style and completely unique from each other. Be sure to follow them for great style, travel, and lifestyle inspiration.

Inspiration: 6.9.14

Photo Source: Pinterest and some of my own

I'm officially a New York City resident hence this week's inspiration - all things NYC and of course, the bubbly. Although, i'm sad to say this is not my bathtub filled with bubbly, BUT it just may be my future. Here's to hoping!

 

 

Inspiration: 6.4.14

 

Photo Source: Who What Wear

SO happy summer is here and Who What Wear had some amazing photos that exude all I hope to accomplish this summer - tanning, champagne, travel, little luxury, a little cray partay... although these categories tend to overlap throughout seasons. Nonetheless, head over to Who What Wear to see all 74 inspiring summer photos.

 

Inspiration: 5.19.14

Photo Source: Classy In The City, Lauren Santo Domingo, Pinterest

My Inspiration this week is a mixed bag mainly for two major reasons. 1- it's Memorial Day Weekend in 3 days. 2- I've finally got myself a NYC pad! Lots to be excited about and lots on the brain. From figuring out what to pack (stay tuned for suggestions on Thursday) to how to decorate the apartment, i've been browsing and googling galore!

 

Inspiration: 5.6.14

Photo Source: Classy-In-The-City and Pinterest

Interesting how I put both food and Gisele's ripped body in the same post. Can you tell i'm in a glass case of emotion? - Anchorman anyone? Oh and why the Robert Downey jr. insertion? well...have you seen him sing?!?!?! Just another note to add to the list of why i love him so. Happy Tuesday - hope Cinco de drinko didn't hurt you too badly.

Cheers!

Inspiration: 4.29.14

This collage really makes me smile. On a cloudy and rainy day like today, I can only dream of pretty colors, getaways, and warmer weather. All of this week's inspiration comes from the blog - Classy in the City. A great, never ending site of pictures that really take you off into a dream world. Just started following her Instagram account... oh boy!

Inspiration: 4.22.14

Inspiration: 4.15.14

Inspiration: Spring = flirty & feminine

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Even with the rainy day today, Spring always offers inspiration of hope, pretty colors, and femininity. Sounds funny but I think it's true. The winter blues are officially over and i'm in the mindset of planning activities and freshening up the wardrobe.

Spring - the sign of new hope, fresh blooms and beautiful scents (the city has yet to heat up enough to exude its Eua de garbage). Everyone smiles a little brighter, or just finally smiles. It's a happy time and the party people are ready for activities.