five. for. friday.

Apologies for the radio silence here on the blog lately! Between the busy holiday season, writer’s block and just stress in general, my mind has been all over the place. Something tells me that I’m not the only one who feels this way. As 2016 quickly comes to a close and you find yourself scrambling to stay on top of final exams, holiday shopping, blogging, end-of-year projects — you name it — I think it’s important to take a second to just breathe. But seriously, You’ve. Got. This.
 
With all that being said, I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite links (primarily videos, actually!) from the week. Check ‘em out below for a designated “study break” or snuggle up with a cup of tea as a way to wind down the weekend. No Sunday scaries here :)

 

1. Concrete Poetry (via Mitchell Phun) // Wow. I follow Mitchell Phun, a photography student at Parsons, on Instagram and I’m so in love with his minimalist New York City aesthetic. For his final project of the semester, he compiled a video that juxtaposes fashion with a big city backdrop.

Photo via Coveteur 

2. Inside Monling Lee’s Closet (Coveteur) // Another one of my favorite Igers — Monling Lee, an architect and color enthusiast — recently had her closet spotlighted on the Coveteur. Take one glance at her colorful Insta feed (and equally eccentric style) and and you’ll see why I’m so enthralled with her solid-hued wardrobe neatly organized by the brightest brights. Can you say #goals?

3. Come Together – Directed by Wes Anderson starring Adrien Brody (via H&M) // H&M went all out for their Christmas 2016 ad campaign. Enlisting the assistance of American film director, Wes Anderson, and starring Adrien Brody, the artful film is guaranteed to put you in a holiday spirit.

4. #MissAdventure Season 2, Episode 3: "To the Top" (via Kate Spade) // So. Much. Sass. ICYMI: Miss Piggy is Kate Spade’s latest style muse of the moment, and I’m kind of obsessed. A perfect pairing, amirite? For their holiday installment of the #MissAdventure series, Zosia Mamet and Miss Piggy find themselves inadvertently twinning in the same #OOTD as they share an elevator ride in the Empire State Building en route to a holiday party. My favorite part: That would have to be a cameo by the Man Repeller herself, Leandra Medine!

5. Five Festive Party Look Ideas! (via What Olivia Did) // Ah, I wish I was a British girl. The always lovely Olivia (of What Olivia Did) just shared her top five festive party looks in a vlog, and as per usual, she’s killin’ it with the style recs. Definitely recommended if you’re in need of some fun holiday party outfit inspo!

What piqued your interest this week? Feel free to share a link to your weekly roundup or leave a comment below!

xo,

A

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five. for. friday.

Hi! Hey! Hello out there! My apologies for the hiatus and radio silence over here lately. I was on vacay in NYC for almost a week and then decided to take another week off from blogging in order to get caught up on some freelance work. (Side note: Isn’t the first week back from holiday always the hardest?!) While I will definitely be sharing a recap of my trip v. soon, I thought I would close out the week with a roundup of links I’m currently loving. Enjoy!

All photographs featured above are courtesy of the corresponding sources as cited below.

1. Tiny Spaces: A Book Lover's Chic Manhattan Studio (Brit + Co) // Brit + Co just launched a new video series this week called Tiny Spaces in which they spotlight tiny (yet very chic!) living spaces. First up was York Avenue blogger Jackie Clair’s Manhattan studio apartment. I’ve been following Jackie’s blog and Instagram for some time now (she’s always posting about the coolest NYC spots!) and her apartment is serious #goals. When can I move in?
2. 73 Questions With Kendall Jenner (Vogue) // If you’ve never tuned into Vogue’s 73 Questions series, then you’re seriously missing out. While I may not be a fan of the Kardashians, anyone who’s BFFs with Gigi Hadid is good in my book. Kendall Jenner handled this rapid-fire question sesh like a pro. (Try and guess what her hidden talent is...) Also, can I just say that I’m low-key obsessed with Kendall’s blush pink, fluttery cold-shoulder top. Major swoon.
3. The Challenge: A Week of Pink (J.Crew) // Challenge accepted: The Man Repeller’s Leandra Medine wore pink for five days straight (decked out in J.Crew, no less!) and she nailed it. My favorite look is from day two — her sequined skirt, mixed stripe sweater and playful straw watermelon bag is nothing short of sartorial perfection.
4. A Week in NYC on a $36,000 Salary (Refinery29) // So I just discovered Refinery29’s Money Diaries series and I’m kind of hooked. This week, they spotlighted a web editor in NYC with a $36,000 salary. In a nutshell, they tracked her spending habits for a seven-day period to see where all her hard-earned dolla dolla bills are going.
5. Internship Dos and Don'ts from Nicole Najafi, Founder of Industry Standard (Brit + Co) // Embarking on a fall internship? Girl, you’ve got this. Check out these game-changing dos and don’ts from Industry Standard founder, Nicole Najafi. I especially love what she had to say about always going the extra mile — talk about a good rule of thumb for every internship and job you have moving forward!

What piqued your interest this week? Feel free to share a link to your weekly roundup or leave a comment below!

xo,
A

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five. for. friday.

Just in time for the weekend, I've rounded up five interesting/noteworthy/potentially random things that are currently on my radar.  I thoroughly enjoy how this whole "five for friday" series is going even if I only get around to posting an installment every few weeks.  Hopefully, you've been finding it at least somewhat insightful, too!  Here we go... 

All photographs featured above are courtesy of the corresponding websites as cited below.

1. Oh Joy! for Band-Aid (Oh Joy!) // Too.  Stinkin'.  Cute.  That's all I'm saying.  First I was obsessed with Cynthia Rowley's collaboration with Band-Aid way back when, and now I can't get enough of the Oh Joy! x Band-Aid collab.  In a nutshell, think really pretty colors + fun, whimsical designs.

2. Behind-the-Scenes Alexa Chung's July Cover Shoot (Harper's Bazaar UK) // Tell everyone you know, Alexa Chung is on the cover of Harper's Bazaar UK's July issue. I don't know about you, but I love A. Chung.  She's the ultimate cool-girl with a great sense of humor and an even more killer style to match.  That said, this behind-the-scenes video is a gem.

3. How to Design for Your Brand (Canva) // Whether you have a business or not, branding is super important.  It may sound crazy, but everyone has a personal brand (yes, including you!).  I, myself, shouldn't be talking as my brand (read: resume, online portfolio, this blog!) could use a facelift of sorts.  When going through my webmail, I stumbled upon a link to this branding resource that walks you through colors, fonts and all that jazz.  While a lot of the info is a refresher, it's still valuable to know when crafting your brand. (BTW, I actually find Canva Design School in general to be a helpful resource.)   

4. Burberry Prorsum Menswear Spring/Summer 2016 (Burberry) // I feel like I've professed my love for Burberry one too many times.  Well, here we go again... Normally I don't make it a point to watch the menswear runway shows, but after seeing so many snippets and previews on Instagram, I couldn't NOT watch it.  I'm so glad that I did, because as per usual, the clothes were tailored + undeniably British with hints of lace popping up everywhere.  Oh, and, Christopher Bailey enlisted Rhodes (an up-and-coming artist) to perform at the presentation alongside a live orchestra.  NBD.

5. These Sugar Cones Just Got a Major Upgrade (Cupcakes and Cashmere) // I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!  If you love ice cream (and sprinkles!) as much as I do, then you're going to get a kick out of these fancy sugar cones that you can decorate at home.  These just may give Ben & Jerry's a run for their money...

What piqued your interest this week? Feel free to share a link to your weekly roundup or leave a comment below!

xo,

A

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five. for. friday.

Another Fri-yay, another installment of "Five for Friday!"  Is it just me or is it hard to believe it's almost June?  And that the first day of summer isn't too far behind?  I can't even.  At this rate, I need to make my summer plans asap or it'll be all over before I know it.  Here's a snapshot of what's been on my radar this week!

All photographs featured above are courtesy of the corresponding websites as cited below.

1.  Empty Met (by Tim Kellner) // Stop what you're doing and watch this video — you won't be disappointed.  I literally got chills and proceeded to view all of Tim Kellner's short films (and you should, too).  As you might have guessed from the title, this beautifully + artfully done video captures an #emptymet during a private tour of the museum.
2.  Which New York Neighborhood Does Your Style Belong (Who What Wear) // Normally I'm not a fan of the random quizzes that pop up on social (especially the BuzzFeed kind), but this one by Who What Wear was actually kind of fun!  PS - I got Williamsburg the first go-around and SoHo the second.
3.  {A Chat With}: Daisy Chaussée (Stripes & Peonies) // If you're not already following Daisy Chaussée on Instagram then you're missing out.  Check out this interview on Stripes & Peonies for a glimpse into Daisy's c-o-l-o-r-f-u-l, well-curated feed and for some other fun tidbits along the way.  ALSO, Daisy was kind enough to share 6 Insta-tips for a better feed in a follow-up post. 

4. Watermelon Printable Ice Cream Cone Wrappers (Design Eat Repeat) // I scream for ice cream... and cute watermelon wrappers to match!  While the template isn't free, these watermelon wrappers are still definitely worth the download, especially for a watermelon themed party or even National Watermelon Day (mark your calendars for August 3rd!). 

5. The Brilliant Party-in-a-Box Service You Need to Know About (Brit + Co) // Yup, you heard right, you can now turn any occasion into a celebration thanks to Packed Party.  In a nutshell, these surprise party packages can be sent to your bestie, sister, you name it. I don't want to give away too much, but the "Birthday Beb" package is definitely may fave.

What piqued your interest this week? Feel free to share a link to your weekly roundup or leave a comment below!

xo,
A

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five. for. friday.

It's Fri-yay (insert celebratory emoji here!) and today I've decided to introduce a new weekly series in which I spotlight five of my favorite links from the week.  Not only will this allow me to share what's currently on my radar, but I think it'll be a nice way to end the week + start the weekend!  Without further ado, here's my first installment of "five for friday."  Hooray!

 All photographs featured above are courtesy of the corresponding websites as cited below. 

1.  Renzo Piano feature for Interview Magazine // Everyone, including myself, has been been talking about the new Whitney Museum that just opened in NYC's Meatpacking District.  For a closer look at the design and thought process behind the #NewWhitney, DO check out this interview with the architect himself, Renzo Piano.
2.  So You Think You're a J.Crew Aficionado? (T&C) // A must-read for anyone who eats, sleeps and breathes J.Crew.  Of the 31 fun facts and tidbits, you're bound to learn something new... like how many pairs of shoes Jenna Lyons really owns.
3.  Runway:  Christian Dior Resort 2016 (This is Glamorous) // I was excited to see this article pop up in my Pinterest feed, because as of lately, anything fashion has taken a backseat to my graduate studies. Well, not anymore. Set in the south of France, Christian Dior's Resort 2016 collection (designed by Raf Simons) was experimental and playful with a fair share of contemporary (aka wearable) pieces.  My top picks include this accordion pleat skirt, this LWD, and this nearly Warhol-inspired dress.
4.  DIY Trinket Dishes (Studio DIY) // Oh-em-gee, you guys, these are too cute.  I'm not typically a super crafty person, but these trinket dishes are everything. 
5.  Less = More With These 17 Minimalist Jewelry Pieces (Brit + Co) // As much as I love wearing major statement pieces, I think there's something to be said about taking a back to basics approach. Be it a dainty ring or simple necklace, I'm in.

What piqued your interest this week? Feel free to share a link to your latest weekly roundup or leave a comment below!

xo,
A

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