Featured Post: New York City

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Yesterday I had the honor of being featured on LDV with this post. Here it is in case you missed it...
The Architecture: New York City architecture is very diverse. Walking down one avenue or street you'll see styles ranging from Art Deco to Gothic. I find this diversity to contribute to the city's overall beauty. The best example of Art Deco architecture is the Chrysler Building. The Chrysler building was completed in 1930, by architect William Van Allen. The building is constructed of masonry, with a steel frame, and metal cladding. The Woolworth Building is an example of Gothic architecture. The Woolworth Building was completed in 1913, by architect Cass Gilbert. The building's Gothic detailing is concentrated at the top of the structure, which is massively scaled to be read from the streets below. If you travel downtown, you'll be greeted by brownstones and townhouses. These smaller structures, surrounded by tree-lined streets are popular in SoHo. SoHo boasts the greatest collection of cast-iron architecture.

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Where To Visit: If you have never been to the city before, then stopping by Central Park is a must. (ABOVE 1) Central Park spans from 59th street to 110th street. The park is home to playgrounds, lakes, ponds and ice-skating rinks. I love Central Park as it's a relaxing place, to take in the city. (ABOVE 2) If architecture is what you want to see then going to the Guggenheim Museum is the place for you. Built in 1959, by architect Frank Lloyd Wright this building exemplifies the modern movement of architecture. The museum is home to a renowned collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early modern, and contemporary work. (ABOVE 3) If the non-tourist part of New York City interests you, then head down to the village. The village is full of small shops, quaint buildings, and great places to eat. (ABOVE 4) The High line is a one-mile park, built on the former elevated New York Central Railroad. I love coming here on a sunny day, as there is usually someone playing the guitar, plus there is a section of grass where you can lay down on. (BELOW 5) Bergdorf Goodman, is a wonderful place to visit if you are strolling down 5th avenue. During the holiday's, the store is beautifully decorated and a popular place. I love walking past their window displays as there is usually something that catches my eye. 

What To Wear: I love both of these New York inspired looks. A great pair of pants is crucial in the city, as long dresses will be stepped on and get dirty. The floral blazer to the left is such a great choice. I love the color, match it with a great pair of jeans and you have the perfect look! A Denim jacket is necessary in the city. Instead of pairing the jacket with a rough pair of pants, pair it with a feminine floral pair to soften the look. 

Look 1: (1) Nanette Lepore Girl Next Door Top, (2) Nanette Lepore First Dance Blazer, (3) Rag & Bone/JEAN The Legging Jeans, (4) CC Skye Gold Stud Hinged Bracelet (Similar Here), (5) Aquazzura Emmanuelle Snakeskin d'Orsay Pumps

Look 2: (1) Zoe Karssen Love Tee, (2) 7 For All Mankind Denim Jacket, (3) 7 For All Mankind The Skinny Jeans, (4) Clare Vivier Neon Stripe Flat Clutch, (5) Maison Martin Margiela Open Toe Booties

What To Wear: Matching a simple blazer with a wild pair of pants, creates a great street style look. I love the Manhattan blazer to the left paired with a Denim shirt. The leggings to the right are so much fun, and such a perfect choice for a day in the city. Paring them with a solid blazer and top, are a perfect idea for the spring. 

Look 3: (1) AG Adriano Goldschmied Dakota Denim Shirt (Similar Here), (2) Club Monaco Manhattan Tex Blazer, (3) Vanessa Mooney Fight The Power Ring Set, (4) Club Monaco Sophie Bracelet, (5) Pamela Love Arrowhead Ring, (6) Maison Martin Margiela Cutout Wedge Booties

Look 4: (1) Rag & Bone/JEAN The Pocket Tee, (2) Rag & Bone 42nd Street Blazer, (3) Rag & Bone/JEAN The Legging Jeans, (4) Rag & Bone Classic Newbury Booties (Similar Here)

What To Wear: Shorter dresses, are a great idea in the city as they do not get dirty easily. The dress to the right with its leather trim, paired with a brass necklace is the perfect New York look. I love the leather sleeve jacket to the right paired with a great pair of black trousers. Both of these looks are pretty, but have that rougher touch. 

Look 5: (1) Kelly Wearstler Outro Basket Weave Dress with Leather Trim, (2) Kelly Wearstler Asymmetrical Chain Necklace, (3) Maison Martin Margiela Open Toe Booties

Look 6: (1) Helmut Lang Threadbare Tank, (2) Helmut Lang Leather Sleeve Jacket, (3) Helmut Lang Skinny Slouchy Trousers, (4) Alexander Wang Liya High Heel Pumps (Similar Here)

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Architecture Around The World: NYC

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With so many people in New York for fashion week I think it's the perfect time to do an "Architecture Around The World" post about the big apple. New York city is the epicenter of art, fashion, design, and much more, but you already knew that! It's a city with over 8,000,000 people, making it the largest in the USA. NYC's architecture is extremely diverse. From classically designed buildings like Saint Patrick's cathedral to modern buildings like the Frank Gehry building in Chelsea. What draws me to this city is that on each street and on every avenue I can experience something different and incredible. Even though the city was settled in the late 1600s, the oldest architecture in the city dates back to the 1830s. This is a result of the Great Fire of 1835, that destroyed most of the buildings on the South East tip. The Great Fire caused architects and designers to rethink using wood framed structure an instead design with stone, and other more durable materials. (ABOVE) This photograph shows the incredible size of both the city and Central Park. The park occupies the center of the city. Isn't this photograph just beautiful?

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(1) The Frank Gehry building in Chelsea is one of the most beautiful modern buildings in the city. The design sort of resembles a cloud. The unique waves, and shapes are extremely Gehry. Vanity Fair named it one of the most attractive office buildings. 

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(2) The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a classic building. It's located on 5th Ave, adjacent Central Park. The building was designed in 1874 in the Beaux Arts architectural style. The museum houses classic European artists as well as Islamic and Classic Antiquity, Egyptian and more. Just to let you know: admission is pay as you wish, so stop by!

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(3) This is the pavilion at the Met. Here you can enjoy lunch, as well as snacks. The facade of the classic building directly in front is part of the original museum from what I understand. The building houses the American wing. I love the classic design of the facade contrasted with the modern design of the all glass pavilion.  

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(4) The Woolworth building is in the Gothic Revival architectural style. It was completed in 1913 and designed by architect Cass Gilbert. I simply love the design of the building. The details here are incredible. How beautiful is the top of this building? 

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(5) The Apple building is one of the most impressive modern structures in the city. It's located on 5th Ave, close to Central Park. The actual store is located underground, the glass structure is sculptural if anything. It was designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson. FYI: The store is open 24/7, 365 days.  

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(6) Saint Patrick's Cathedral is also located on 5th Ave (I guess most of my favorite buildings are located on 5th). The cathedral was designed by architect James Renwick Jr. and completed in 1878. I love the details of the structure, Gothic architecture is one of my favorites! 

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(7) The Hearst building located on 8th is NYC's architecture in a nutshell. The base of the building was completed in 1928, however, the main structure was completed in 2006 by architect Norman Foster. This marriage of classic and modern architecture is exactly what the city is about. 

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Design Video: Fall In Central Park

"Fall" was shot by Jamie Scott in New York City's, Central Park. During the fall Central Park is an absolutely stunning place to visit. The tall buildings set the perfect backdrop for the beautiful, colorful, sea of trees. According to Scott, Scott "choose 15 locations in the park and revisited them 2 days a week for six months, recording all camera positions and lens information to create consistency in the images. All shots were taken just after sunrise." I think Scott did a wonderful job shooting and editing the video. There is a wonderful flow and beauty to his work. What do you think of Jamie Scott's work? 

Moving In: Estate Nestled In The Park

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This gorgeous stone country estate is located in Greenwich, Connecticut. The 9,600 square foot residence is situated on over 10 acres of beautifully manicured grounds. The home truly feels like it's nestled in a park. (ABOVE) From the street all you can see is a gorgeous iron gate and behind it, a park like setting. The property is exactly what a country estate should feel like, secluded! (BELOW 1) Once you've made your way through the gate and park, you are greeted by a fantastic residence. The home is designed like a ranch, a single level home that allows it to blend into its surroundings. Though I'm not a huge fan of this architectural style, I see it's purpose. (BELOW 2) A central courtyard. I really like the ivy growing along the exterior. The slate floors are wonderful. (BELOW 3) An aerial view of the pool, and tennis court. I can definitely see myself waking up to a game of tennis and taking a dip in the pool. (BELOW 4) An aerial view of the home. Here you can really see how well the property is actually maintained. Every square inch of the property is utilized and serves a purpose. What do you think of the estate? Would you move in? 

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The Dining Room: (1) Sputnik Lamp Attr. Stilnovo Italy 50s from Liebe Mobel Haben, (2) Quatour Table By Carlo Scarpa from Zeitlos-Berlin, (3) Vintage Persian Gabbeh from Asiaoccidentale, (4) Tube Chairs from Cain Modern, The Kitchen:  (5) Pair of Peill & Putzler Hanging Lights from Gallery L7, (6) Fine and Rare Pair of Tall Stools by Pierre Chareau from Maison Gerard, (7) Early 1930's Bidjar Vintage Rug from Art Oriental GmbH, (8) Copper Skin Series Celadon Green Cabinet from Johnson Trading Gallery

The Casual Look: (1) Thakoon Printed Scuba Jersey, (2) T by Alexander Wang Crepe Shorts, (3) Karen Walker Deep Freeze Sunglasses, (4) Frye Cameron Bag, (5) Sam Edelman Gigi Thong Sandals, The Formal Look: (5) Mary Katrantzou Jigsaw Printed Dress, (6) Stella McCartney Oversized Round Sunglasses, (7) Pamela Love Grizzly Ring, (8) Clare Vivier Flat Clutch, (9) Gianvito Rossi PVC Pumps,

Space's I'm Loving: Part XXII

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's beautiful stone work and clawfoot tub as well as light fixture 

This bathroom is the perfect mix of elegant and modern. The space is all about the stone work. Because the stone is so intricate and detailed, the designer of this space, Rafael De Cardenas decided to leave everything else in the space simple and minimal. No bedazzled light fixture, paintings, cabinets, etc., just the bare necessities. Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's furniture and accessories, as well as its fabulous location

Let me be honest--I'm not a huge fan of the space as a whole, but I'm incredibly in love with individual pieces in the space. From the symmetrical case pieces on either side of the windows, to the brilliant shell arm chairs to the wonderful modern artwork, many of the pieces in this space make big statements. From looking at the windows of this apartment, I'm guessing we're in New York overlooking Central Park. Can I please move in? Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follows rules, jut do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this vignette's unique pieces, as well as texturized fireplace mantel

I love a vignette. This vignette is too perfect. There is a nice mix of styles in this vignette. The fireplace is early 20th century, while the accessories have a bit more modernity to them. The brass ram is eclectic and makes a big statement is this vignette, it gives much needed height to the right side of the vignette. Without the brass ram, the vignette would be far more somber. Each piece in this vignette has a purpose and with out it the composition would not work. Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's overall design, art work, furnishings, and accessories

The overall design of this space is awesome. There is a fantastic balance between the furnishings, and the accessories in this space. Each piece complements the other. My favorite pieces in the space are the rug, arm chair in front of the desk, and desk itself. The rug adds a touch of femininity and a bit of an Eastern flare. The arm chair adds a shine to brings some interest into the space. The desk brings some rich color and elegance into the space. Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.  

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French Elegance With A Contemporary Edge

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Designer and Architect Robert Couturier, designed this 9,000 square foot Manhattan penthouse to suite the needs of a couple that craved French interiors. The penthouse, a 1920s gem overlooking Central Park, had not been updated since the 1970s. Courtier stripped the home of its dark wood paneling and gave it energy, with a home that is French, yet does not feel stuck in the past. (ABOVE) In the Study, Louis XVI arm chairs upholstered in silk velvet, gives the space its French feel. What gives this space its contemporary edge is the sofa, coffee table, and standing lamp. If you find yourself a French interior design lover, try contrasting your antique French pieces with modern ones to give your space a more current look. (BELOW) The way in which Courtier planned the Living Room, allows for multiple conversation areas, as well as the ability to move and reconfigure its layout. The sofa, 1970s French Plexiglas arm chairs, and upholstery of the Louis XV duchesse en bateau, give the space its contemporary edge. However, the wall treatment, and Louis XVI mahogany cabinet are uniquely 17th century French. 

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Create This Look In Your Home:

These pieces are both Traditional and Contemporary French. The 1820s French Empire Mahogany Chest is from Jean-Marc Fray. The 1930s French Chandelier is from Artisan. The 1970s Pierre Folie Fauteuil is from Miguel Saco Gallery. By incorporating these pieces or similar ones in your space, you will achieve the look of "French Elegance with a Contemporary Edge". You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

Today's Must Have: Apr 29, 2013

Givenchy Poppy Red Pebbled Leather Vertical Antigona Shopper Tote

How great is this Givenchy shopper tote? I love the bright red leather and small wallet that comes with the tote. This tote is perfect with a pair of jeans. It's casual, yet feels elegant and well made. Well, at over a thousand dollars it better be well made! You can use the tote as a laptop bag for the office, or you can use the tote to hold a blanket for an afternoon picnic in Central Park. What do you think of the tote? 

From The Rooftops Of Dubai

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The city of Dubai is a stunning concrete jungle. It's a city full of modern architecture that tries and push the envelope of what a human can envision, and build. Photographer Vadim Makhorov, was able to capture the vitality of Dubai's iconic architecture from the rooftops of some its tallest buildings. All I can say is wow! Makhorov sure has some guts to stand on the tops of these buildings without any safety harness. (ABOVE) That body of water looks so cool from up here! The shape, color, and size from such a high angle is out of this world. (BELOW 1) I'm shaking just looking at this photograph. Words cannot describe how nervous I'd be to take this photograph. (BELOW 2) The architecture is not the only incredible feat in this city. The design of its bridges, is quite impressive. Is that a train on the far left bridge? (BELOW 3) My guess is that this photograph is taken from a helicopter, because the tallest building in the world seems to be looked down upon. The city truly is a concrete jungle! Where's central park (hehe)? (BELOW 4) I'm loving the design of these buildings directly in front. It's the colorblocking of architecture. (BELOW 5) My eyes are being drawn to that curved building. The shape of the buildings allows wind to pass around it, to keep the building from swaying. (BELOW 6) The Burj Al Arab, a hotel that has its own island. (BELOW 7) Dubai at night, it truly is a magical city. What do you think of Vadim Makhorov's photography? 

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