Crazy for Crew

Ever since I started working at Madwell, I have a seriously unhealthy obsession with all things J Crew. Everything is just so timeless but still current and on trend. J Crew re-opened their Manhasset location today after moving to a larger, two-floor store so I had to stop in there and see it for myself. I have to say, I was impressed. It was beautiful and they had so much more inventory than the old one as well as the other locations I've been too. It was really lovely. Of course I ended up picking up a few things. I got the Face Stockholm Nail Polish in Neon Sunset, such a gorgeous neon pink. Perfect for summer.  I also picked up a new bracelet, which I love. (I couldn't find it on their website but it was $22.50 I think.) And lastly, I purchased the Drapey Elbow-Sleeve Tee that I actually saw first on Pinterest here. I love stripes. I'm very excited about my new purchases!

*All photos taken by me.

South Street Seaport

A while ago I told you about my friends and I going on weekly adventures during our breaks in between classes. Unfortunately the weather and then our actual school work prevented us from exploring as much as we would have liked. But this week we refused to let anything get in our way, especially with the beautiful weather and the city at our fingertips. So today we took the 3 downtown to the South Street Seaport, something I've been wanting to do for quite some time. (I've only been there once before.) Personally I think the Seaport is one of the most underrated places in the city. I absolutely love it there. Everything from the cobblestone streets to the waterfront view with the Brooklyn Bridge in the distance. It wasn't crowded or full of tourists. It was perfect. We had so much fun walking around, talking, shopping (I got an new pair of flats from J. Crew!), and basking in the sun. We even bought matching friendship bracelets. Super cute. We only got to stay for a little but I can't wait to go back there again. 

{Colorful} Friday Favorites

The gloomy weather in NYC today calls for some bright colors in my life. Hopefully these will cheer you guys up too. Happy Friday!

Favorite Colorful Dress

Favorite Colorful Bedroom

Favorite Colorful Quote

Favorite Colorful Accessories

Favorite Colorful Flower Arrangement

Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5

Friday Favorites

Favorite Stylist
{Rachel Zoe}

Favorite Shoes
{I hate wearing heels, but I'd wear these.}

Favorite Quote That I've Heard Too Many Times
{"You Only Live Once"}

Favorite DIY Bracelets
{Honestly WTF}

Favorite Laugh

{Shit Girlfriends Say}

Friendship Bracelets

As soon as summer rolls around, everyone starts sporting friendship bracelets. They're such a summer staple so why not step it up to the next level. I'm dying for one of these Ariel Gordon silk woven friendship bracelets. The best part about them is you get to choose which two colors you want on your bracelet so it makes them somewhat custom. I'd probably go with turquoise and spring green or watermelon and tangerine. They go for about $115 a bracelet.