NOMO SOHO

Our stay at the NOMO SOHO was pretty much divine. From the moment we walked up to the vine covered pathway I knew we were in for a real treat. All hotel rooms in NYC (that I've stayed in at least) are on the smaller side (for obvious reasons), and our room at the NOMO was no different. But I must say the beautiful decor made you forget  just how tiny of a space you were in! White marble, floor to ceiling mirrors and windows (best hotel view I've had in the city), and blue accents made you feel as though you were literally one with the clouds. Want to know what also made you feel as though you were in the clouds? The bed. And pillows. If I wasn't waking up in one of the most exciting cities in the world, I would stay in this bed forever! The amenities in the room were pretty basic, but I didn't matter as there was too much to do and see outside the room. If you're making your way to the city, at least get yourself to the NOMO for those baked lemon ricotta pancakes! No words.

Orchard Chic

I don't think we could have had better weather to go apple picking last weekend. The crispness in the air definitely gave you those perfect falliday vibes, but the sun was shinning, allowing me to sport my newest obsession (this sleeveless turtleneck) comfortably.  I think I was the only one at the apple orchard who wasn't decked out in plaid, but when your man friend takes you on an impromptu day date apple picking, you don't say "wait-- my outfit is too "city chic" for this activity". We spent the afternoon picking and sampling far too many apples, then headed back home to make apple chips and unfortunately a slightly watery apple crumble (the Spies weren't quite ready yet).  Next up has to be a trip to the pumpkin patch… am I right? 

Have you started crossing things off your Fall To-Do list yet? Do you even have one? What else is on it? I'd love to know!

{Topshop hat, Banana Republic vest(on sale!), J Brand jeans, Sam Edelman booties, Kate Spade bag (similar)}

Power of Poudre

Something has me smizing! Can you tell I'm excited? Why you ask? Because I'm wearing my favourite shoes of course! I came to one realization this weekend, and that is that I need to stop "saving" items in my closet. Why do we have such pretty things if we are only letting them sit in the closet and wait for that "special night"? These shoes are actually my favourite; they are the most comfortable shoes I own, and they never fail to lift my spirits and put a smile on my face. For me they really represent hard work and give me a sense of accomplishment, as I spent a long while saving for them (key word- looooong). So why have I had them for over a year and can literally count how many times I have worn them on one hand? No more my friends! This weekend I embraced the "now or never" expression and vowed to myself that I will break out my "special" pieces more often. To keep the outfit casual I opted for boyfriend jeans and a flowy tank (obsessed with these camis) for an evening out with the ladies.  

Do you have items in your closet that you're "saving" for that special occasion? Why not take them out today, or tomorrow and fill your heart with the joy you felt when you first purchased them!

{RW&CO cami, Zara jeans (similar), Danier Leather clutch (old), Valentino heels}