Collage 1: Overalls- H&M, Sunglasses- Karen Walker, Necklace- BaubleBar, Tee- Madewell, Bag- Topshop, Shoes- J. Crew, Collage 2: Dress- J. Crew, Necklace- c/o oNecklace, Sunglasses- Ray Ban, Bag- Topshop, Collage 3: Shoes- J. Crew, Necklace- BaubleBar, Jeans- Gap, Bag- Topshop, Collage 4: Dress- J. Crew, Necklace- c/o oNecklace, Sneakers- Nike, Sunglasses- Ray Ban, Bag- Topshop, Floral Sweater- Madewell I learned a […]

The work of Jim Bachor is truly special because it’s not only creative but it also serves a practical purpose. Did you know that there were around 600,000 potholes in Chicago last winter?  In response to that staggering number Jim Bachor took a common nuisance and made it art. Not only did he help solve some […]

I read the book Dominion, which sounds like a Shades of Grey type of novel, but was instead a book about a fictional alternative outcome to World War 2. The novel centers around a British spy and how he, and others, kept sensitive information out of German hands.  I enjoyed reading Dominion, although at times I […]

Florida was a dream.  Being with my family will always be my favorite pastime. The highlight of my vacation was watching Henry fall in love with his Uncle. It’s clear to me that when the BF and I have children, I will be the bad cop and he will be the good cop. Whenever Henry cried over […]

I, Gabriela Monsanto, have single-handedly found the best dairy free ice cream available – don’t worry, you can thank me later. Whenever I venture home to Long Island I am desperate to find good dairy free desserts. In New York City I have my designated vegan dessert locales. Unfortunately, Long Island is not as advanced […]

Earrings: Forever 21 Sunglasses: Tea and Tulips Sweater: Old Navy Dress: Asos Shoes: Dolce Vita Jacket (seen below) Forever 21 Bag: Chanel I had been dying for the neon Christopher Kane skirt (I think like most everyone else) and, since I’m not a millionaire, I had to opt for a more wallet friendly option. I […]

The book drew me in from the first page.  I was very attached to the characters – particularly Isabel, one of the protagonists of the novel. Tom Sherbourne, Isabel’s husband, is a lighthouse keeper in Australia. Isabel lives with Tom on the island of Janus – they try to have children but have multiple miscarriages. Everything […]

Sundry, Old Navy Who knew that stars and sweatpants make the perfect combo?  On my wishlist were a pair of Sundry star print sweatpants. When I saw the pants in person they seemed extremely small. I was bummed, as I thought they were a fun alternative to plain sweatpants. While browsing the aisles of an […]

Outfit One- Turtleneck: J. Crew, Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Shorts: Madewell, Shoes: Madewell, Earrings: Jewelmint, Vest: American Eagle, Bag: Prada Outfit Two- Necklace: Jewelmint, Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Bag: Coach, Shorts: Madewell, Sweatshirt: Forever 21, Shoes: Madewell I have seasonal fashion disorder. It’s a very serious disease, often treated with tights, tights and more tights. I refuse to […]

Why, hello there scarf, glad to be looking at you. Oooo wait, sorry, I think I’m checkin’ out my shoes.   Sofia Costas scarf, Minkpink cardigan, Bershka sweater  House of Harlow necklace  YSL ring, Asos ring, Balenciaga bag  Madewell jeggings Jeffrey Campbell shoes I have been ABSOLUTELY exhausted recently. Working 11-12 hour days does that to […]