NYC Photo Diary

New York, New York. I must of been waiting for this invitation my entire life, because looking back now I  can't figure out why in the world I'd never been before. Maybe I thought it was too much or too far to turn into reality? As crazy as my time there was, I can honestly say I had some of the best moments and days of my life. Now all of my thoughts are planning my next visit, or irrationally contemplating the big move.

Shopping in Soho, cupcakes at Magnolia bakery, spotting Abby Lee walking down 8th, laying on the grass in Bryant Park and drinks at Conde Nast Times Square. I couldn't wipe the smile off my face and I received a few comments questioning my sanity, but I was just grateful. 

A few of these photos were taken of the amazing views from the Hudson hotel, I may have nearly fallen out of an 18th floor window one evening from being a bit too much in the moment. That is what New York's bright lights will do to you. Unfortunately I didn't get much time to enjoy the rooftop bar at the Hudson hotel, but walking through the picturesque green and laid back courtyard was a perfect way to separate thoughts from the crazy streets outside. Thank you Hudson for hosting us, it couldn't of been more comfortable than coming back after a show to cookies on my bed, or with Central Park a stones throw away to escape post show to.

Thank you incredibly to Tumblr, Virgin America, Hudson Hotel, and Groundlink. But a special thank you to Rich Tong and Holly Stair, who made every single crazy little thing happen.

NYFW Day Six

Wearing: Sass and Bide silk trench, Holding Horses boots, HM pants, sheer Viktoria and Woods top and gold plated necklace.


I mentioned previously about how impossible it was to get a decent outfit post from NYFW- but last night I stumbled across this photo. Shot by the amazing Lee Oliveira whose comforting smile and camera always seem to pop up in different cities, I highly recommend you have a peek at his inspirational street style blog here. I have no idea how he managed to get such a calm and collected shot of me when in reality, running across the road late to the Lincoln Centre I was anything but.

I happily admit this Sass and Bide trench is one of my key outfit repeaters- it is too versatile not to be. Over a short frock or skirt, pants or potentially nothing (jokes) it simply brings any outfit to life when this sleek, stone silk trails behind you.

Gretchen Jones NYFW

Brooklyn based designer Gretchen Jones' showed her Spring 2012 collection Horses, which she rightfully described as "simultaneously minimal and bohemian, romantic and modern, feminine and architectural". Bright patterned flowing lengths contrasted with the neutral, minimalistic button downs that were in line up along the county jail inspired presentation.

Brooklyn Flea

Brooklyn Flea Williamsburg, the most picturesque markets I have ever been to. If you are heading to New York and planing to do some shopping, I sincerely advise that you put Brooklyn Flea market's on your agenda. By now I have been to a fair few markets around the world, like Paris' Montmartre, Berlin's Mauerpark Flohmrkt, London's Brick Lane, and all the others in between. These markets didn't have the familiar dodgy, car boot style feel but rather a clean, small community of stall holders. Held in different locations over the weekend, it consists of mainly the same stalls so you can choose where and when best suits you. Apart from those who either love vintage/thrift finds or bargain hunters, it is a refreshing difference to shopping amongst the skyscrapers in Manhattan on Broadway or Fifth.

When I arrived at the Williamsburg markets I was blown away by the amazing location- literally on the banks of the East River overlooking mid East Manhattan. The Lafayette markets are held in Brooklyn on a school's grounds. The stalls consisted of the usual well priced vintage clothing racks, shoes and bags. Piles of knits were strewn across rugs on the ground from as little as $5. (The only thing holding me back was knowing Australia is coming in to Summer, and zero luggage space.) Fur was abundant and extremely cheap (spotted $40-$80 coats, fox tails) and vintage jewellery stalls ($15 rings -$60 bejewelled necklaces) seemed to be the most common and popular amongst shoppers. Although stall holders were not over the moon with me snapping photos, they did seem open to haggling.

The main thing Brooklyn Flea's left me feeling, was that I have to move back to New York as soon as possible, to furnish my dream light filled, loft style apartment with these market treasures as soon as humanly possible. One can only dream..

If you plan on visiting Brooklyn Flea's and need more information visit the website here, and please let me know if you found this useful at all :) These photos were taken from the Brooklyn flea markets at Lafayette on a Saturday, and Williamsburg on the Sunday.