My Week in Pictures: New York City

Wow... what an amazing week in New York City. I even ended up prolonging my stay because we were having too much fun. But... all good things must come to an end, right? Nevertheless, I came home with a hefty suitcase, satisfied stomach, and a new found love and passion for a city that (believe it or not) I was never too crazy about before. Unlike my previous visits to New York, (in the middle of summer overcome by heat and humidity) this time, I lucked out with mild and beautiful winter weather; perfect for exploring the city and hitting all the spots I've been taking note of the past few months. Among the many adventures: a cookie tour inspired by Amy Thomas to both Levain and City Bakeries (they're both incredible), an afternoon of exploring and shopping in Soho, a visit to the Alexander Wang store (I nearly passed out from excitement), dinners at Balthazar and Morimoto, several inspirational visits to ABC Carpet & Home (interior design lovers rejoice - this place is amazing), and many a bowl-sized cappuccinos at Le Pain Quotidien (a chain I used to frequent with friends in Paris).

The City Bakery on West 18th & 5th Ave.

The City Bakery's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookie

Street Art in Soho

Alexander Wang Store - Soho

Some Major Wishlists in the Making at Alexander Wang

City Lights

Escargots at Balthazar

The Balthazar Salad

Exploring NYC

Clear Winter Day in NYC

Snow at Night

Levain Bakery on West 74th & Amsterdam Ave.

Levain Bakery's Famous Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie

Hamachi Tartare at Morimoto

New Maison Martin Margiela Booties

It was pretty lucky that my trip coincided with fashion week; there was such energy in the air. And, needless to say, the shopping in New York was incredible. After months of admiring these beautiful clothes online, there's nothing like seeing them in the flesh. And my god... I'm just convinced that Alexander Wang, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and ACNE will never fail to impress me... I can't wait for more of their spring stuff to become available. Oh, and the new Rag & Bone and 10 Crosby by Derek Lam collections were also to die for - more on all of that later. By far, the best purchase of the trip (aside from those mouth watering cookies) were the Maison Martin Margiela boots that I snagged at 75% off - major score! There were only 2 pairs left, one of which was my size. Fate..? I think yes.

À bientôt!