Elephants + new hair

Good morning lovelies!

I’ve been a bit absent in the past week simply because I wanted to enjoy these bits

 of summer and take a break from shooting, posting and so on.  Just a little almost

technology free time-off. But I wanted to say a quick hello before I disappear for

just a little while longer.

This is what I’m currently craving and packing as my guy and I head out for our last 2013 vacation. As you may recall we took a trip earlier this year to London and Paris (still can’t believe I finally got to visit these amazing places, such a bucket list check-off). But it was hardly a summer vacation, as it was cold, rainy and involved an insane amount of walking (which I don’t regret for a second). So we decided to stretch the summer a bit more and this time around do nothing but indulge in sunshine, sunsets and beautiful beaches. Algarve, Portugal seems like the perfect place to do just that.

PS. As you may have noticed, I chopped off my hair, new season - new look.

Felt really liberating to have finally taken the plunge.

dress: zara (old)// jacket: zara (on sale!) loving this//

shoes: sam edelman, option here// sunglasses: ray-ban// bag: prada

Hope you had a fabulous Labor Day weekend and are ready to take this fall by storm. Fashion week is days away and that in it of itself, is enough to get me through the end of summer! I will be back in a week and can't wait to share with you my Portugal discoveries.

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Love,
O

Stripes

Good morning dolls! Hope everyone had an amazing weekend

 

A quick hello until I dive into this busy work week. Here is a casual and summery outfit

 I wore on Sunday. Although I’m a huge fan of stripes, I don’t like to wear them too often and

 always make sure I don’t buy pieces that look too similar to the ones I already have. But I

definitely tend to reach for stripes whenever I’m shopping. Case in point, these shorts. I was

 a bit hesitant at first, but my guy talked me into buying them and now I’m so in love with them.

I love the side detailing and the mustard touches keep it fresh and young.

 

shirt: j.crew similar here // shorts: club monaco// shoes: sam edelman// clutch:club monaco//

 sunglasses: ray-ban aviators// ring: bcbg// bracelet: tiffany (I love you)

 

Enjoy your Monday!

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Love,
O

Harlyn Look #2

 

 

Good morning everyone! Hope you all had an amazing weekend!

 

Lately I find myself spending my weekends in parks, breathing semi fresh air, looking at the pretty boats and the clear sky around me. After busy work weeks, it’s important to unwind and recharge your battery. Although I love the hustle and bustle of midtown, there is nothing better than coming home to a slower and quieter pace of downtown. This weekend was no exception, and I spend Saturday morning strolling by gorgeous piers looking into the beautiful rose meadows picking the perfect spot for a picnic on the grass. Doing so in a gorgeously light as air Harlyn  dress made it that much better. I can’t get enough of the colors and patterns, the perfect fit and cut of the pieces amazes me every time.  I plan to live in this dress throughout the summer, so don’t be surprised to see this on the blog a few times. Another favorite last worn here .

 

 

           dress: here// bag: here

 

dress: c/o Harlyn  // shoes: sam edelman// sunglasses: ray-ban// clutch: c/o lancaster-paris 

How was your weekend? Where do you like to go to unwind and enjoy your summer, aside from the beach that is?

 

PS.  As I was writing this, I came to a realization that I am two posts shy from a 100^th post mark and I can’t quite believe it. Has it really been that much? Coming close is also my one year anniversary of  anightinnyc and I couldn’t be more proud of my little baby. A huge thank you to all my amazing readers, new and old, you guys motivate me, inspire me and give me a breath of fresh air when I need it most.

Love,

O

 

Harlyn - Look #1

Happy Monday! Hope your weekend was sunny and relaxing!

Who’s excited for a short week? I know I’m counting the minutes, three day

work days have a much greater appeal than five, am I right?

As promised, here is look #1 from last week’s CARO Marketing showroom visit (read here).

This dress immediately caught my eye because of its butter soft fabric and light array of

summer colors that work in perfect harmony. Sunflowers were the natural choice

and are now comfortably resting on my windows.

 

A basketball court seemed like the perfect idea for pictures.

Always game for something different and creative.

 

I fell hard for the brand, Harlyn, the super soft fabrics, gorgeous cuts and patters and

 must admit it is now one of my favorite brands. The collections are just stunning,

feminine, chic, yet comfortable and versatile.

 

 

 

Thanks again to the amazing team at CARO Marketing for letting me take

this beauty home. It's the perfect go-to dress for those sticky hot NYC days.

dress: c/o Harlyn // shades: Ralph Lauren // shoes: Sam Edelman//

 

Happy 4th of July week! Lot's of sunshine, barbecue and family time!

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Love,
O

Color me RED

 

Morning dolls!

 

Here is what I wore this past weekend while strolling the South Street Seaport.

Distressed jeans and a tee was a no brainer, the statement necklace and heels

just tied everything together for a more polished look. Love a good striped tee.

What do you guys think?

 

Just when I thought I would have some free leisurely weekend time, we are on the move to a new place (still in the city) and my days are now filled with packing it all up. What can I say? We like to keep ourselves entertained. Next week is going to be pure chaotic madness of packing, lifting and unpacking so I'm just looking forward to getting through with minimal nervous breakdowns and putting it all behind me. After this, I’m putting my feet up on the coach for a few consecutive days.

tee: club monaco // jeans: bcbg max azria// shoes: sam edelman//

 clutch: club monaco: shades: c/o ray-ban// lipstick: nars/heat wave

//necklace: j. crew//

 

PS: The winner of the Lydali bangle Bombshell bangle giveaway is mollycurley.blog@gmail.com.
 

Love,

O

 

 

Color Splash jumper

 

Good morning dolls!

I am back in NY and glad to see that summer has finally arrived.

 

This is what I wore this past weekend to keep cool from the 90 degree weather. Coming from

mid 50s in Paris, this was quite a change but I welcomed bare legs and sunshine with open arms.

 I am still sorting through a million pictures and trying to get back into a swing of things, but am

glad to go back to a more normal routine and to blogging of course. I will be sharing with
you my Paris and London highlights in a few days but you can always
follow me on instagram and see what I have been up to for the past week.

 

Remember how I mentioned a few posts back how much I love jumpers in the summer?

 They are easy to dress up or down and the best part that it looks totally put together even

though it took some 20 seconds to put on. A girls dream really.

 

I have been so obsessed with Loffler Randal lately, their mini rider white bag has been my companion on daily basis, ever since I got it, so I decided to get another one and I couldn’t be happier with it. It's the perfect size and color to get me through summer and any travels
 I may have. I snatched it during their sample sale and haven’t put it down since. Truly an investment in my eyes. Do you ever fall in love with a piece that you get it
in a different color? This was a first for me.

jumper:french connection // shoes: sam edelman // shawl:club monaco //

 bag: loeffler randall rider // shades: c/o ray-ban//

Hope you guys had an amazing weekend!
PS: Chocolate croissant withdraw is a real thing…but I'm holding up


Love,
O

Cheetah prints

 

Happy Monday lovelies! Hope your weekend was sunny and relaxing. It's just like

me to get sick with a flu right after my arrival back but after far too many hot beverages,

I'm starting to feel better.

 

Here is my second Florida look that I wanted to share with you guys. I love these

Zara pants and am glad to finally dig them out for spring/summer and can't wait to have

 them on repeat, perfect for day or night. In this case, I paired them with soft pink heels

(my latest obsession) for a romantic dinner with my guy. I matched my lips to the heel for a

more softer, romantic look.

 

blouse: club monaco // trousers: zara similar // shoes: sam edelman // bag: loeffler randall mini rider // necklace: banana republic (old) // ring: bcbg max azria // lipstick: nars - roman holiday//

PS. One more reason I love Florida, these were taking at around 8pm and the sun is still shinning, miss this already.

PPS. You are probably getting sick of seeing me with this bag, but I just can't seem to put it down. It somehow goes with everything I wear and perfectly transitions from day to night. Yeah I know, I'll try to switch it up, but can't make any promises.

Thanks so much for reading!
Love,
O