Posts Categorized: spring

Books Page: What I’m reading now

What are you reading this spring? I just stocked up, and these three books are at the top of the fiction pile. Pretty in Ink by Lindsey J. Palmer is a fun and zesty peek into the magazine world (and our next NYWICI book club pick!), while A Wedding in Provence by Ellen Sussman and The… Read more »

Try the trend: Spring florals

What do you think of wearing bright florals for spring? I just splurged on this (sorta bold) Photo Floral Dress from J.Crew. I love the structured fit and A-line skirt. The best part? It doesn’t really need to be accessorized. Paired with a neon yellow cardigan, I can just throw it on and go!What do… Read more »

Cherry Blossoms in Brooklyn

Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been closely monitoring this Cherry Blossom map, updated daily by the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. I noticed Friday that the trees lining the Cherry Esplanade had gone from “pre-bloom” to a combination of “pre-” and “peak-bloom.” My Saturday plans were made! We couldn’t have picked a more gorgeous day to… Read more »

Summer trend: Birkenstocks

When I heard that Birkenstocks were making a comeback, I wasn’t so sure how I felt. I remember how much I loved the dark leather pair I wore daily in high school. My friends and I made an effort to keep them on our feet year-round, even wearing them with socks (!) in the winter… Read more »

Spring tulips

Tulips are always my favorite part of the change in seasons from winter to spring. This week, I popped by my local florist in Brooklyn to pick up an arrangement for my new vase. Usually, she works her magic and puts together a beautiful assortment of whatever blooms are in season at the time. But when… Read more »