My Insta-Life: Bidding Summer Adieu

It's true, the summer is unofficially coming to a close this weekend.  Part of me is sad because I can't help but love the magical energy of New York in the summer, but then the rest of me can't wait to wear leather, watch football, and see the trees turn.  August was a pretty incredible month, so take a look.

Cabin time in the Catskills commenced early this month.   It was filled with so much laughter, so much amazing food, and perfect views like this one...

 A few days after cabin weekend, I headed to Detroit to meet up with some friends for the Jay Z, Justin Timberlake Legends of the Summer show.  This DC view was a perk from the flight.  

My outfit for the show... See more here.

 It. Was. Incredible.

 Every once in a while I get sick of the topknot, and try something new, this was a super fun look. 

I took my first trip over the Brooklyn Bridge last week, and all I can say is, Brooklyn, I love you. 

My Insta-Life: The 4th & Beyond

 July was a perfect month filled with a visit home to see my amazing family and some friends, and a visit from two of my favorite people.  This is just a peek at what happened on Instagram last month, but if you want to stay updated on the daily, follow me here. 

New shoes, and a wine + berry filled girls night kicked the month off right.

 My trip home was punctuated with many trips to the beach, and a neighborhood fireworks spectacular.  And if you don't believe that beaches are a thing in Michigan, I invite you to watch this tear-jerking, goosebump-inducing, Pure Michigan commercial.

 Boat rides were enjoyed with the best people.

 Saying goodbye to the sandy shores, and crystal clear Lake Michigan water was tough, but then I got to come back and work an event for Banana Republic featuring their gorgeous Holiday 2013 offering.

 Towards the end of the awful New York heatwave, I hit the beach with some friends.  It was perfect. 

 Later in the week, friends and I convened at Brooklyn Bridge park for a night of laughter, and amazing conversation, with some pretty perfect views.  A sunset, and Ample Hills ice cream are really all one needs for a blissful evening.

FRIENDSSSSS!! The Jenny's came to town, and it was wonderful.  At work we had to say goodbye to one of the "dolls," and we fittingly brought Barbie's footwear out on the town with us. 

The month ended with a quiet night at home enjoying fresh flowers, and a new candle.  

Can't wait for what this final month of summer brings, p.s. how is it already August??  

My Instagram Life: Summer!

June kicked this summer off in perfect style, and I'm sharing what my iPhone lens saw throughout the month.  Starting off the month right, I spent a morning at CFDA HQ celebrating their partnership with Swarovski, and re-watching the CFDA Awards webcast.  Later in the week I indulged in Krispy Kreme donuts with some friends in celebration of National Donut Day.  

Once upon a time... I wore a denim jacket over my denim vest.  Something tells me that won't be the last time.  Then it was off to Texas for an amazing weekend with Brinton & Allie. 

The cutest bride-to-be, and our amazing view of downtown Austin from the rehearsal dinner cruise.

The State Capitol is a beaut {I know you've seen her before, but I couldn't help myself}.  The wedding flowers were so perfect.  So. Perfect. 

Saying goodbye to the Lone Star State was tough, but it won't be the last time.  Plus, leaving Texas meant that I got to come back and enjoy a perfect moment in Prospect Park at Tropfest, and accompanied the supermoon.   

My new Rachel Comey shoes are a cosmic wonder, I cannot wait to wear them all over the boroughs this summer. 

I'm going back to Michigan to frolic on the beach, cuddle cute puppies, and hang with my friends & family this week, and I can't wait to see what else this summer holds!

My Instagram Life: May Days

May was the perfect spring month, and as always, I enjoyed documenting my days on Instagram.  I had the most amazing weekend with my Mom, Grandma & sister-in-law visiting, we went to the 9/11 memorial, spent an afternoon in Central Park, and a day wandering the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens.  The rest of the month included amazing meals shared with friends, my first trip to the Plaza hotel, some perfect moments in nature, the time I got 5 inches of hair chopped off, and the booking of my very first Texas trip. 

I sort of love you, New York. 

My Instagram Life: April Showers

 Spring took over my life this month and the city bewitched me a bit more with each passing {beautiful} day.  Here's a look at what went down in my life this past month as represented on Instagram.  

Up above, I rocked my Michigan pride while supporting the Wolverines in their quest for a national championship, also seen here.  The below throwback pic was a birthday shout out to my big brother, how cute are we?!

 A perfect spring scene in my neighborhood and later in the week, I rocked my new fave summer accessory, a $5 vintage scarf, also seen here.

 Spent a Sunday with friends enjoying a new restaurant and running into some sick rides.

 On what was likely the last day for tights until this fall, I rocked a slight school girl look...

It's been a goal to meet up with friends and have lunch outside at least once during the work week and it is doing wonders. That one hour is pretty magical, NYC just knows how to tug on these heart strings...