Still postponing our little chat about college, as I–yet again–got home at an ungodly hour tonight. (Seriously. What the heck is wrong with me?! I blame the Christmas season. There are just so many fun activities, and not enough time. ;))
After work today, I headed downtown to meet up with friends for happy hour, and on my way bumped into Caitlin of the Picket Fence Projects! Such a nice surprise. It’s crazy–New York is a massive city, yet I constantly find myself running into friends. I don’t really understand how it happens so frequently, but I love it. It’s comforting, and it makes me feel like somehow, we’re all connected. Even just the concept that so many people attribute meaning to certain landmarks or locations in the city–or that we’re all so familiar with the same places–makes me feel like I’m not alone out there on the busy streets. Isn’t that something special? That while we might not know each other at all, we share so much in common? Anyway, it was fabulous seeing Caitlin. I can’t wait to meet up with her after the New Year!
Jeans: Kensie (c/o) / Necklaces: Lisi Lerch (c/o) and Paradise (in NJ), almost identical here / Blazer: J.Crew* / Top: C.Wonder (Sold out), similar here / Loafers: Sperry (Old), find them here / Bracelets: Julie Vos via Tuckernuck (c/o); C.Wonder (Sold out), similar here; and J.Crew* / Watch: Michael Kors / Earrings: J.Crew*, less expensive version here / Sunnies: Kate Spade
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After happy hour, I ran up to the Upper East Side to visit my aunt and cousins. It was really wonderful seeing Sammy, Paige, and Jaclyn (Sammy’s BFF), all recently home from college. (Can’t wait until this weekend, girls! WOO! Christmas in Vermont!) Later, Annie (Maid of Honor/cousin), our friend Chelsea of Chloe + Isabel, and I grabbed dinner at The Smith. (Which, by the way, if you’re ever in NYC, I highly recommend. ;)) I loved talking life, love and careers with these girls, and I loved hearing about their plans for the upcoming year. Can you guys believe that it’s almost 2014?! I think it only hit me today…
And with that, I’m out like a belly button. On tomorrow’s agenda? QT with the hubby!
You look so cute! Love the outfit. I’m obsessed with The Smith too…I went to the UWS location the other day and the dessert was amazing, some kind of s’more bread pudding…so yummy!
what a great orange blazer – the cut is so perfect!
you are right about there not being time for anything when there is less than a week before christmas!
You are too cute as always! Love those loafers! Can’t believe you were on the UES and didn’t call me ;) Have a fabulous time at home!
xo
Sam
The Smith has been on my list for far too long! I cant believe the year is almost over either, where does the time go!? Love the orange blazer, such a fun change!
You pull off that burnt orange so well! I love The Smith! I went to the one on 2nd in the 50s for brunch and their cocktails were so fun!
That orange blazer looks great with your skin tone!
I’m still envious of your leopard sperrys Kelly!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
Adorable!! Love that bright colored blazer! And the shoes are too cute!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
I love that orange blazer, I saw it in the j.crew window ages ago and I’ve been kicking myself for not buying it ever since. Your outfit is great!
Katie
http://casually-obsessed.blogspot.com
Those leopard print loafers go so perfectly with you blue top and hot red blazer! It all goes together so seamlessly! And, by the way, what a busy day you had! Do you go like that all the time? Well, hopefully you’ll get some good rest this weekend! And….Merry Christmas! Enjoy your trip!
xo, Stephanie :)
http://glamslamblog.com
Love the burnt orange and navy color combination! I almost went to the Smith yesterday, next time!
Mili from Call me, Maeby
love the color of the jacket!!