The Essentials: May 2015

Welcome back to my new blog!! I really hope you all love the new design and how seamless it looks on mobile. There was a lot time and energy put into this baby, and because of how big of a job this was - there are still a few kinks getting figured out, so bear with me as I learn the new blog platform.

Now on to our normal programming :). 

The Brooklyn Half is only a few weeks away (can you believe it!!) so this month is all about easy-breezy comfortable pieces and anything that can make all this training just a tad bit easier. When not in sneakers I definitely let my feet breathe in these white birks - the arch support is simply amazing.

Not only that, I've been waking up at the crack of dawn to get my runs on - this Philips Wake Up Light was an investment but well worth the extra hours I now get out of everyday (minus Sundays). And if you're curious what's with the tupperware - well I've been packing snacks on snacks on snacks from home and saving on lunch takeout.
 

Shop my wants below:
1. French Glass Candle via OneKingsLane.com, 2. It's Not Good You Are, It's How Good You Want to Be - Paul Arden, 3. Sakroots Yoga Bag, 4. Come Clean Soap 90s Pop, 5. Estée Lauder Little Black Primer, 6. Free Samples + Freebies via PINCHme, 7. Skyn Iceland Nordic Skin Peel, 8. Aerosoles Ballet Flats, 9. NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Villa Lante, 10. Color Club in Cadillac Red, 11. Saucony Guide 8, 12. Philips Wake Up Light, 13. Madewell Shortalls, 14. Arizona Birkenstocks, 15. DailyBurn Fuel 6, 16. Madewell Circuit Dress, 17. Glass Snapware

How are you liking the blog? Any favorites you're loving?

TSB: March Rack Up

Here's the last rack up until May starts!! I'm kind of excited for change and also extremely nervous about working on a new platform. If any of you are on squarespace I'd love any tips and tricks you can send over :).

But until then here's what I wore:

Sweater: Express (similar here)  Turtleneck: J. Crew  Jeans: AllSaints  Rings: c/o Kendra Scott  Bracelet: c/o Kendra Scott Necklace: Vintage  Clutch: c/o Lafayette 148  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Socks: K. Bell  Sneakers: c/o Brooks  Lipgloss: Make Up For Ever's Rouge Artist Natural in N9

Moto Jacket: Joe Fresh (similar here)  Striped Dress: c/o Long Tall Sally  Purse: Tory Burch  (similar style)  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Sneakers: Sketchers (similar)  Lipgloss: Buxom Full-On Lip Polish in Megan

Coat: H&M (similar here)  Striped Shirt: J. Crew  Pants: Old (similar style)  Necklace: Marc Jacobs (similar)  Watch: RumbaTime  Purse: Rebecca Minkoff  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Sneakers: Nike  Heels: Jessica Simpson  Lipgloss: c/o NARS - Priscilla  Face Powder: c/o Besamé Brightening Violet Powder

Jacket: bebe (old similar here)  Graphic Dress: c/o Long Tall Sally  Sunglasses:  Asos (old similar style)  Necklace: Capwell+Co  Ring: House of Harlow 1960  Purse: Cambridge Satchel Co.  (selling mine here)  Booties: Easy Spirit  Lipgloss: Buxom Full-On Lipgloss in Megan

Jacket: Zara (old similar here)  Sweater: Madewell (old similar here)  Shorts: Old (similar style)  Necklace: Athra Luxe  Ring: Kendra Scott  Purse: Elliott Lucca  Sunglasses: Madewell  Boots: Wanted  Sheer Tights: Hanes  Socks: c/o Boohoo.com  Lipgloss: c/o NARS - Priscilla

Rain Jacket: J. Crew  Shirt: Madewell  Jeans: Lucky Brand  Necklace: baublebar (old similar here)  Rings: Zoetik  Watch: RumbaTime  Purse: c/o Patricia Nash  Shoes: c/o Bearpaw  Lipgloss: c/o NARS - Priscilla

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Shirt: Madewell  Pants: c/o Slimsation  Necklace: Custom  Bracelet: Kenneth Jay Lane  Wet Pouch: c/o Pily Q (similar here)  Shoes: Zara (similar here)  Lipgloss: Buxom Full-On Lipgloss in Megan

Definitely lots of pants and easy shoes this month since it was still pretty cold this month. But weather has never stopped me from busting out the color before has it! There are no clear favorites for me since I loved each lewk equally the same - kind of what my says to my siblings and I. Any favorites you would like to see remixed on the new space?

Catch ya on the flipside :).

Photos were snapped by Lydia Hudgens and Victor Cerejo.

NYC: 4 Things For This Week

Oh NYC, your bipolar weather has taught me to be prepared for the unexpected. Case in point, snow on the first day of spring. Thankfully, it was only a few flurries so my 'tude is still in good standing + I spent a good portion of this month pampering myself (which helps).

Here are a few new-to-me places to learn and relax this month:

1. Deify Beauty | Laser & Beauty Lounge

I've been treating myself to a little bit of laser hair removal - the perks of being a well-bred hispanic girl. Not sure if this is too taboo to talk about, but in the past I've bleached my hair and am basically over that bathroom mess. I found a great deal onGroupon (search Deify for all their deals!!) and never looked back.  

Get more info here.

Photo by Marina Robel

Photo by Marina Robel

1. Museum of Natural History x Etsy

Definitely not a new place of interest as I've been coming to this museum since my Pre-K days. BUT, what is new is this awesome collaboration between Etsy and the AMNH. Together, they teamed up to create products inspired by the natural world and the museum's magnificent collections. The 22 different Etsy designers have created scarves, tote bags all the way to games and a birdhouse. You can find these unique items in the museum's gift shop and online.

Get more info here.

1. Gotham Writers Workshop

Another amazing place to get your learning on and network with a group of like-minded peers. As a blogger I feel it's essential to keep practicing my written word and receive criticism on how to improve. IF you can't afford the classes (i.e. me after rent) try attending their free classes. They tend to have two free classes a month and on a variety of classes - which I love to attend (free is the magic word).

Get more info here.

1. Wink Brow Bar

If you ever wanted to see and truly understand what "brows on fleek" actually mean, you go to Wink Brow Bar. Found this place through Gilt City (love me some discounts) and tried their brow shaper service - loved it. After that I decided to throw caution to the wind and also did their brow tint - loved even more. When it comes to brows, this place is the holy grail and a must try.

Get more info here.