King Cole Bar at the St. Regis. Check.

So I talked in an earlier post about making sure that I had the famous Red Snapper at the King Cole Bar in New York before I kick the bucket---so my friend Maggie, Michelle and I went this past Thursday.  22 dollars later...here is my proof.  Very swanky place! I will definitely be going back :)

Gift something PERSONAL-ized this season.

Do you have that someone in your life who is impossible to shop for because they either already have everything or they're that friend who is always so thoughtful when it comes to gift buying?  It because more of a job to shop for them, than it is fun right?  Well skip the hunt this holiday season and instead buy them something personal or should I say personalized because there is no doubt that they will love it, keep it forever,  remember you when they look at it, and know that you were thinking of them when you bought it.  And the best part is you can sit at home, order it offline and have it delivered to your doorstep! Just make sure you order it early enough to be delivered for the holiday (hence the reason I am posting this now...Well and because I stumbled upon this bracelet and fell in love with it!)  Happy gifting! 

Jamiere Chained Bracelet

A personal and personalized favorite brand of mine is Jon Hart Designs. I was given a few pieces for Highschool graduation from family friends and loved them so much I asked for more pieces last Christmas. That just goes to show that its something you will use forever and remember who gave it to you.

Med. Holiday Tote

Checkbook Cover


More to come friends.... I left my idea book at work so I will continue post tommorrow!

Add this one to the list too.

I have to see anything thats recently been filmed in the city clearly plus, there's nothing better than a feel good movie and anything with Reese Witherspoon in it. And the clip where Paul Rudd almost gets run over by the cab driver-- Yeah that was totally me this morning. One of those days...

My kind of movie...

I admit, I don't watch a lot of movies but I am definitely going to have to see this one over the holidays.

Book of the Week.

NEWS FLASH to me....
Barney's Department Store has a whole floor dedicated to books?!? (So this just goes to prove that I have been living under a stupid rock after all.) 
And I thought a trip to Barney's was dangerous before?..... This knocks it up to a whole new level.
In fact, Im going to dedicate my trip to the book floor at Barney's in order to check out Kate Spade's new book:  Things We Love
.......Oh the sweet smell of freshly printed books and a burnt hole in my pocket! :)
Im not sure when the release date is but here's a peek in side: 

REASONS I LOVE HER NEW BOOK:
-Colorful
-Creative
-Honest
-Charming
-Eye Catching
-Has a vision/sense of direction
-laidback but presented well
-fun but well put together
-likeable
-knows what she likes
-classic
-adventeous
-Sooooo Beautifully designed!!

Window shopping walking to work.

Walking by Macy's on my way to work this morning, I was just in time to see the windows in tranformation for the all the holiday shoppers.  Santa clause, little elf's, presents and Christmas cheer are already taking over 34th Street windows decorated with new accesories for the fall and must have pieces for holiday partys.  Fur booties, fur vests, fur bags, fur hats, you name it.. .Fur was everywhere.  But what really took over the windows were all the mannequins dressed in the infamous LBD.  Im sure that is no surprise considering that this is the time of year for PAR-TAYS! Obviously, your going to need to update your cocktail dress department with a new chic LBD so you can look your best even if you drink to much eggnog. :)
In fact I'm pretty sure I saw my roomies Rachel Roy dress she just purchased yesterday being placed in the window as I was walking by! (Prompts to you Malone! Your dress is already famous and your ahead of the shopping game.) Look's like I have some online shopping to do! 
Here are some of my favorite looks I've found so far:

RACHEL ROY - Kristen's PICK!!

BURLESQUE DRESS

$129.00



          

              BCBG

FAUX-LEATHER CONTRAST DRESS

$248.00

BCBG

ASYMMETRICAL LACE COCKTAIL DRESS

$398.00

Bucket List.

Add to bucket list:
Empire State Building
Million Dollar Quartet Broadway
NY City Ballet 'Swan Lake'
And.... Find Mary-Kate and Ashley

B is for Bows. (On my shoes!)

So I just got back from Mood Fabrics and did it get my creative juices flowing or what? (You know, the fabric store from Project Runway.) I could have spent the whole day brainstorming ideas and things I want to make in the three story fabric store.  Unfortunately, I don't have the time to start the 800 projects and businesses I have floating around in my head if I want to have a social life and keep my job, because I had to come back to work to finish up my to do list.  But lucky me, one task I still needed to finish was researching the top fashion blogs which lead me to this idea, that had to be blogged about immediately!

While checking out WhoWhatWear, I stumbled upon this brilliant idea to reinvent a boring pair of heels that is just my taste and right on for this seasons trends. D.I.Y. Bow Shoes Not to mention, it looks so simple do. (No sewing required!!) All you need is a hot glue gun, leather or fabric swatches, a simple pair of heels or flats, and a little bit of creativity. And if you want to get really creative you could even add buttons, rhinestones, chains, whatever your feeling to add a personal touch to your one of a kind shoes. (Could be cool for a holiday party?)  This is the perfect craft for someone who doesn't have much time but needs a project every once and a while to keep their sanity.  In fact, I will be making a pair this week once I have time to swing by the fabric district after work. Pictures to come. Happy Crafting!

Lanvin for H&M winter 2010 collaboration video

So word on the New York streets is that people are going to be sleeping outside in order to buy the new collection which hit select H&M stores on November 20.  I admit, my first thought upon hearing this news was, "Wow that is kind of crazy considering the collection is basically made up of cocktail dresses, I mean how often do you get that dressed up?" --- That was until I realized that Lanvin was also designing shoes for the collection and saw them on this video!  Maybe I will pop a tent with all the shopaholics and homeless people after all.

My Bucket List Begins...

To explore means, one must have a set of goals for oneself or have a destination in plan, right? Well, no. At least not entirely; because then it wouldn't be called exploring. Okay, maybe I am wrong and thinking way to much into this, but either way I have some kind of plan to make sure that all the things I find in the city intriguing and a 'must do or see' while exploring the concrete jungle where dreams are made of and that is why I am officially documenting "My Bucket List" today.

The list is in no particular order, just random according to when I either found out about them or just came to mind. Why don't I start things off by introducing the King. No, not the King of Rock n' Roll- Elvis. The King Cole Bar that is....

1) Sip on a "Red Snapper" Serena Vanderwoodson style at the King Cole Bar in the St. Regis Hotel
(Just so you know-- Im going for the historical, educational, and GossipGirl fame reasons. Not for the booze) :)

Book of the Week.

I'm still dying to go to Dylan's Candy Bar (daughter of legendary fashion designer Ralph Lauren) store in NYC, but until then here is her sweet new book! What a genius marketing concept!

BUY IT HERE

You even get a free 8 pack of candy bars worth $40 if you buy it from her website!

A little holiday eye candy to start your week!

Well Halloween is over so that means its time to put the orange candy on sale and bring in the red and green holiday candy at all you local Duane Reade stores/Walgreens.  But Christmas candy isn't the only thing that is moving into stores right now.  Holiday cheer is about to be everywhere along with so many wonderful gift sets! Let's start with all the awesome limited edition Make Up sets that are in department stores and at Sephora right now.  I assure you there will be more gifting ideas to come on my blog.

My Top Pick: Tarte: Jewelry Gift Box   $52.00

Other Favorite Gift Sets:

Wish For The Perfect Pout ($96 Value)

MAC A Tartan Tale Chapter 1 : Eye, Lip & Face Kits ($36.00) GREAT STOCKING STUFFER!