Hearts on Fire (+ Valentine's Day giveaway!)

See below for details on how to win my Valentine's Day jewelry giveaway

 

 

 

Old Navy coat (old), Zara blouse, Vince jeans, Gap belt, Rebecca Minkoff bag, Crown Vintage booties, Kate Spade necklace, earrings & ring c/o MoodiChic Jewelry

In honor of Valentine's Day the lovely Jenn Duval of MoodiChic Jewelry is helping me host my very first giveaway on Hudson East.  One of my lucky readers will win the gorgeous jewelry set that I'm wearing in the photos above.

Aren't they just gorgeous?  And they're handmade by Jenn herself!

To enter the giveaway all you have to do is:

1 - Follow my blog on GFC (Google Friend Connect)

2 - Like my Facebook page (here) or follow me on Instagram (@HudsonEast)

3- Leave a comment below with your name and email address so that I can contact you if you win.

I'll be choosing a winner at random this Tuesday, February 19th.

Grayscale (at NYFW)

 

 

 

Forever 21 blazer, Zara top, Zara skirt, H&M tights, MIA boots, Rebecca Minkoff bag, Forever 21 earrings

Like most New Yorkers, I have a ton of black in my wardrobe.  Some people think it's a bad thing... but black is such a common, essential, easy to wear shade.  

Today, one of my last days at New York Fashion Week, I decided to go back to my roots and wear nothing but shades of black and white.  I played with patterns (floral, leopard) and textures (cotton, silk, leather) to keep it interesting and playful, instead of drab and boring. 


Oh... and look who my photographer & I saw walking through Lincoln Center. 
Karlie Kloss!
Bruno got a few great photos of her as she rushed out of a show.
She's just as gorgeous in person as she is in photos, if not more so.

All photographs by Bruno Daddi

P.S.  Stay tuned for a giveaway coming later this week!

Calm Before The Storm...

 

Zara coat, Uniqlo by Pantone cashmere sweater, H&M shorts, H&M tights, Crown Vintage boots, Rebecca Minkoff bag, Forever 21 scarf, thrifted earrings, Michael Kors earmuffs, Fownes leather gloves

...the storm that is New York Fashion week anyway.

Today was the last normal, fairly calm day before a crazy, hectic (yet, fun filled) week that lies ahead for me.

Tomorrow I'm starting my 2nd NYFW experience (couldn't get off from work to do so today).  And the next few days will be filled with runway shows, presentations, and to top it all off apartment hunting.  So I'll probably be looking a lot like I do in that last picture if you happen to see me.

Wish me luck! 

And follow me on Instagram (@HudsonEast) or Facebook (click here) for updates on NYFW through my eyes.

Photography by Bruno Daddi

On Wednesdays We Wear Pink

 Zara coat, American Apparel polo shirt, Uniqlo jeans, Rebecca Minkoff bag, Payless flats, Murano glass ring, Marc by Marc Jacobs watch

One of my new years resolutions this year was to try new things.  Especially when it comes to my style / blog.  

Something I haven't done in years was to wear pink.  I'm one of the few women who just does not like pink.  But somehow this pink polo that my boyfriend was about to throw out became my new favorite shirt. 

P.S.  Bonus points if you know where I got my title from

Photography by Bruno Daddi

Back In Black (& White)...

Zara jacket, Gap tshirt, 7 For All Mankind jeans, vintage Coach bag, Nine West boots, Marc by Marc jacobs watch, Urban Outfitters necklace, J. Fay earrings, street vendor ring

...It's been too long

 I'm glad to be back

Finally, after a long hiatus I'm back to blogging!  Life was really hectic/stressful over the holiday season and it was so cold in NYC that it was hard to get motivated.  Luckily this week was warm enough to get out and do a shoot.

Photography by Bruno Daddi

Brrrr

Zara coat, Gap tshirt, Zara jeans, Topshop boots, vintage Coach bag, Uniqlo scarf, Marc by Marc Jacobs watch, Urban Outfitters necklace, Topshop ring, Murano glass ring

I just love cold weekends in the fall/winter.  There's something about this weather, or maybe the holiday spirit that always puts me in a good mood. 

I've spent this weekend visiting the Museum of Modern Art (oggling Edvard Munch's "The Scream"), curling up on the couch with a good book (& cozy blanket), & tonight I'll be having a pre-Thanksgiving feast with my best friends (for which I'll be making my specialty- Tiramisu).

Photography by Bruno Daddi

Vote

Just a friendly reminder to get out and vote tomorrow November 6th!

I'm back after a brief hiatus due to hurricane Sandy.  I feel very lucky to have come out of the experience unharmed, & am in shock/disbelief at the devastation the hurricane caused.

This past week I've been home from work & only able to go as far as my legs can take me (mass transit was practically nonexistent & I don't drive).

So I've been exploring my new neighborhood, catching up on chores, & watching the news/politics.

Old Navy coat (old), Zara blouse, Uniqlo jeans, Crown Vintage boots, Rebecca Minkoff bag, Lucky Brand scarf, J. Fay earrings

Coat Shopping

It's a cool, rainy Friday, and I had the day off.  

That mean lots of errands 

...& of course doing some online shopping.

I'm currently looking for a new coat (seeing as many of mine are worn out and getting holes in them).

It needs to be classic, moderately warm, and versatile, but with a slight edge.

Here are a few that I think fit that criteria.

What's your favorite?

Zara combined leather jacket

Zara coat with zips

J. Crew Icon Trench in Wool-Cashmere

Laundry by Shelli Segal Anorak

Dolce Vita Aphrodite Leopard Faux Fur Coat

Fine Wine

H&M leather jacket, Old Navy sweater, Zara pants, Born on Concept boots, Lucky Brand scarf, vintage Coach bag, Nordstrom earrings, Forever21 & Topshop rings

As you all probably know by now, oxblood is the color of the season.  But I personally hate the name.  I prefer to think of it as burgundy... or to be more specific- 'fine wine.'

Photography by Bruno Daddi

Suit Up

H&M blazer, Zara blouse, H&M shorts, vintage Dooney & Bourke bag, Steve Madden heels, Free People sunglasses, vintage earrings, Kate Spade necklace, Topshop ring

I'm usually not one for business attire (my job doesn't even call for it), but when I saw this short suit at H&M last week I just couldn't resist. I love it's neutral color scheme because it allows me to pair it with fun colors and prints.  And the shorts keep it fun and playful, and not too business-like.

Photography by Bruno Daddi

NYFW wrap up

Zara sweater, Gap t-shirt, Zara skirt, Rebecca Minkoff bag, Crown Vintage boots, Kate Spade sunglasses, Marc Jacobs watch, J. Fay earrings, Topshop & H&M rings

New York Fashion Week was a long and tiring, yet exciting week.  I couldn't get to as many shows as I would've liked this time around because I had to work. But next time I will make sure to put in some vacation days ahead of time so that I can get the full experience.

This was an outfit I wore earlier this week while attending shows.  My new burgundy MAM bag (from Rebecca Minkoff) was a life saver during fashion week. It was able to hold my DSLR, a pair of flats (a necessity in NYC), makeup, and pretty much everything I needed.

P.S.  I'm so excited for fall weather/fashion that I'm wearing jackets even when the sun is shining.

Photography by Bruno Daddi