Fashion+Holidays+NYC

Three of my favorite things! Last week Bergdorf Goodman unveiled their holiday windows, with quite an amazing show. Next up - NYC's Christmas tree lighting ceremony, which will take place December 7. We hope to make it up next year to see it live!!

And Baby Makes 3

If you follow me on instagram, you saw my announcement over the weekend:

We are beyond excited and are counting the days til we meet he or she next March!! I've always had a pet peeve of fashion bloggers turned mommy bloggers, so rest assured that will not be happening here. I do have another blog, where I will document my pregnancy, maneuvering through the world of maternity fashion and all things baby. If you'd like to follow along, please send me an email and I will add you, as it is private.

That being said, a peek of chic will begin to slow down, and in all honesty, may discontinue altogether. I'm taking everything day by day, and appreciate your support during this transition.

Weekend Bucket List

Tomorrow we're heading up to NYC bright and early, for a long weekend with friends. It will be a nice getaway, especially to get our minds off the government shutdown, which is affecting both hubby and I. As most of you know, NYC is my favorite city, so I've got a jam packed itinerary for the weekend...here are a few things we'll be doing. Follow my adventures on Instagram here.

While my typical weekends in the city consist of shopping and checking out restos/bars, this trip I've added some more touristy stuff. We got so used to walking up towers in Italy to view the city from above, that I wanted to hit Top of the Rock.

View from Top of the Rock

We're also planning to grab lunch at Chelsea Market and eat up on the High Line. While we're up there, we will be celebrating the 30th birthday of our friend, so I figured there is no better way than to get drinks at Boom Boom Room. It is by far the chicest bar I've been to in my life! Floor to ceiling views of the Hudson river on one side, and city on the other. Absolutely breathtaking!!! The people watching is insane - I swear I haven't seen that much Chanel, except in their store.

Boom Boom Room

My bucket list has always included walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, so weather permitting, we'll be taking the ferry over to Brooklyn, taking in the gorgeous skyline from the park, and walking back to Manhattan via the bridge.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Since I'm such a foodie, here's the rundown of where we'll be eating while we're in the city. Some will be new for me, and some are faves that I can't imagine not visiting while there! I wish there were more time to fit in meals, because there are so many places I would love to go. Is it too soon to plan my next trip?!

Meatball Shop - checkout those ice cream sammys for dessert

Balthazar - amazing brunch and awesome atmosphere
Dominique Ansel Bakery - cronuts - gotta see what all the hype is about!

Gran Electrica - right under the Brooklyn Bridge

Stanton Social - great for both brunch and dinner, hint: go upstairs for drinks

Sarabeth's - Serena and Blair used to go here all the time

APoC + NY Times

One of my instagram photos was published in the NY Times!!! I had taken a photo (bottom right) of some Tiffany gifts we received for our wedding and a rep reached out to me asking if they could use it for a piece they were doing. Day - no year - made!

NY Times - Weddings/Celebrations section

Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf's

I've always wanted to be cremated when I pass...something I continuously tell my family and fiance. To a point where it's uncomfortable for them. Call me controlling, but I just want to ensure that my resting place is part Blacksburg (specifically, the duck pond), part Front Royal (a special country home I grew up visiting). However, now I may have a third location to scatter them at...

NYFW Faves

New York Fashion Week has wrapped up, and here are some of my favorite looks!

Rachel Zoe

Tibi

Rebecca Minkoff

Alice + Olivia

Belstaff

Jason Wu

Kate Spade

Prabal Gurung

Holiday Happiness

One of my favorite things about the holidays is NYC. Absolutely everything from the horse drawn carriage rides around Central Park in the snow (hot chocolate in hand!), to the ice skating rink at Rockefeller Center, to the fabulous window displays at the department stores, screams Christmas to me! Sadly we did not visit this season, but at least I can live through this montage...

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Happy holidays to you and your family!

Tiffany & Co. + 175 Years

This year Tiffany's celebrates 175 years! Some fun facts about the illustrious blue box retailer...

• Tiffany & Co. began as Tiffany and Young, a stationary and fancy goods emporium
• There have been 48 movie and 28 television appearances
• The iconic robin's egg blue debuted in 1837
• On average, there are 30 proposals annually at their Fifth Ave flagship store

I have many pieces of jewelry from the famed store, but my favorite piece is my Diamonds by the Yard necklace by designer Elsa Peretti. Do you have a Tiffany collection? What is your favorite piece?

Henri Bendel

Last year when I was in NYC I discovered Henri Bendel (why this took so long, is beyond me!). Next month the iconic retailer will open at Tysons Galleria, and rumor has it the archway will be modeled after the the Fifth Avenue flagship. Here are some of my faves...I can hardly wait to be able to shop in store on a regular basis!! Bonus - check October's InStyle for a 25% off coupon of $150 or more.

(clockwise from top left)

Hand me down stack ring / New York minute scarf / Strut your stuff desk diary /

Peony fragrance reeds / New York minute wellies / Things I want notepad /

Chocolate covered toffee expresso beans

Bergdorf Goodman: 111 Years

For Bergdorf's anniversary, designers put together limited edition pieces inspired by the past and future of BG to celebrate. If I had a limitless bank account, here is what I'd choose. To see the complete collection, click here.

Moncler Fox Tassel Collar / Christian Louboutin Extreme Highness Platform / Proenza Schouler PS 11 Classic Bag / Valentino Crystal Rockstud Slingback / Salvatore Ferragamo Icon Tie / Marchesa Feather-Trim Cocktail Dress

Wedding Wednesday: Engagement Photos

We were lucky enough to have two photo shoots, one in NYC (where he proposed) and one in DC (our home town). I loved that they were both so different - candid and posed. Here are some of my faves that we now have framed in a wall gallery...

essie Flagship Salon

Before I fell in love with gel manicures, essie was my go-to nail polish brand. They just opened a flagship store in NYC and I cannot wait to check it out on my next trip! The white lacquered walls are complimented by leather loveseats dyed in essie's iconic shades. Manicures begin at $34...I think it's certainly worth the splurge!

Photo credit: Vogue

365 Days + NYC

One year from today, I will be getting married!!! And today, we are en route to NYC for our engagement photo shoot. Here are a few back drops we will be using...

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Grand Central Station

Central Park

Trendabl

Have you heard of the new (fashion) app, Trendabl? It's a program where you can snap a photo of you or someone wearing an outfit you like, and tag the clothes or accessories based on designer. This would be perfect for people watching in NYC! The platform is similar to Pinterest, but heavy hitters from the fashion world participating! Diane von Furstenburg, MK & A Olsen and Brad Goreski are already onboard.

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Say Something Nice

Just another reason why I love NYC...because only there, would you find something like this!

Style Me Chic: Engagement Photos

Here is my inspiration for my own Style Me Chic! While we have two photo shoots (DC and NYC), these options are for the NYC shoot. Let me know which one you like best!! As usual, I'm going for a minimalist chic look - what do you think??

Black Dresses by Urban Outfitters
Pumps by Sam Edelman

Mid-length Skirts by Ella Moss
Pumps by Sam Edelman

Check out my next segment in projectPosh's series: A Bridal Memoir, registering!