NYC BREAK: C. WONDER

I'm on a two day stop in NYC before driving down to see family in Virginia for Thanksgiving week. And while there are the obvious must-sees (Bergdorf on the list for this afternoon) and must-eats (last night was soul food at Harlem haunt Sylvia's; this morning was banana and walnut pancakes at Good Enough to Eat), I'll admit I'm clueless when it comes to new spots to try.

Luckily I'm here visiting a friend in the know, who turned me onto C. Wonder in Soho. A month old, it's been circling the blogs—and for good reason. Owned by Tory Burch's ex, Christopher, it's total pink-and-green prep... Perfect for my recent need to inject a little color into our flat. And with prices in the $18-$200 range, why not? I came a way with a green and navy lacquer tray for $68 that will look right at home in our white and black-blue bedroom (now I just need to figure out how to get it on the plane!).

For those of you not in NYC, C. Wonder's e-commerce site is coming soon—sadly for me only with domestic shipping to start but let's keep our fingers crossed...

THE BEST KIND OF MATH PROBLEM...

...is surely one that features charcoal grey chevron bedding and velvet throw pillows.

Hemnes Chest of Two Drawers, Ikea.com / Julie Table Lamp, JohnLewis.com /
Velvet Cushions, ZaraHome.com / Organic Chevron Duvet Cover & Shams, WestElm.com 

LET'S TALK ABOUT ORANGE

Hanneli makes me think a brunette could carry off... But then again I think she could work just about anything!

PHOTOGRAPH BY PATRICK DEMARCHELIER FOR US VOGUE, VIA HANNELI.COM.

Let me start by saying, I'm not much of a color person. I am tackling A Pair and a Spare's Wardrobe Rehab at the moment (that's another blog post) and couldn't help but notice the 'rainbow' of black, greys, navy and white in my closet.

Short and sweet of it is I'm really craving a splash of something in there.

Enter my day job editor, fresh from a trip to a Denver J.Crew, wearing one very bright orange sweater. Great pumpkin she was most definitely not - ever since I've been obsessed. But the question is: can I rock the orange too? Should I start with an accessory or go full force? This is clearly a serious decision - one which will probably end with me handing a pile of orange back to the dressing room attendant, but it's worth a try...

from top left: Tippi Sweater, J.Crew.com / Maje Kumy Leather Clutch, Net-a-Porter.com /
Mossimo Felt Fedora, Target.com / Lulu Frost Teardrop Bracelet, Net-a-Porter.com /
Oranger Candle, DiptyqueParis.com / Orange Trunk Notebook, Liberty.co.uk /
Hendrix Skull Cushion, Made.com / Michael Kors Watch, Shopbop.com

ON ADDICTION

High, low, stacked heel, black heel—however you serve them up, I'm in love with suede ankle boots. The already proud owner of studded tan suede Sam Edelman's, I am desperate for a pair in black. In my defense, this obsession is long rooted in the summer months; back when I thought London's rainy fall weather would shake me out of my suede-induced coma.

But it hasn't happened. After two days of downpours I still begin my day at the computer with a quick click to visit these Ash booties. I think it's a sign—the best kind...

Images from retailers' websites.

1. Ash, my-wardrobe.com / 2. Kurt Geiger, kurtgeiger.com /
3. Steven by Steve Madden, piperlime.com / 4. Humanoid, anthropologie.com /
5. Steven by Steve Madden, piperlime.com / 6. DV by Dolce Vita, piperlime.com

ON JNSQ: THE WILD SIDE

What's the latest trend anyone can share with the fash-pack? Straight outta NY & London fashion weeks, it's leopard print... Click over to JNSQ for the full post.

PRODUCT IMAGES FROM RETAILERS’ SITES.
INSPIRATION IMAGES (FROM TOP) FROM ALTAMIRA, INSTYLE.CO.UK, NET-A-PORTER PHOTO DIARY, AND THE SARTORIALIST.

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