Underground Love Stories

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Henrik Vibskov

Call me a late bloomer, but I was first introduced to this designer while in Berlin last fall when I discovered one of his sweater dresses hanging lonely on a rack in a tiny shop called WOOD WOOD. It was 70% off and still at a whopping 145 euros I had to take it (in my world 145euros is quite the price in comparison to my $10 and $20 frocks that I usually score at the Salvation Army.) This guy is amazing and knows how to mix his colors and patterns in a overstated fashion that totally allows the wearer to effortlessly make a statement. His Spring/Summer 2011 collection is just perfect! I don't know if I'll ever find his work again at 70% off I will cherish this sweater dress for seasons to come.

where's waldo?

✓ Resolution #1

This week I start adult ballet lessons at the Joffery Ballet School.

Wish me luck.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Someone once asked me .....

Qu'est-ce que tes adresses preferer a New York?
Et Voila...

The Salvation Army ♥♥♥♥♥

Second Hand/Fripe ...quite possibly where over 50% of my wardrobe comes from.

436 Atlantic Avenue, New York - (718) 834-1562

Teany ♥♥

This is Mobys teahouse in NYC. Quite small hence the name...
(coffee, tea, vegetarian dishes)

90 Rivington Street New York, NY 10002 (212) 475-9190

Ecomomy Candy ♥♥♥

If you have not been here before...go! Old school, new school, goodies, treats, and charms. If for none of the above then definitely go for the visual stimulus!
108 Rivington St New York, 10002 (800) 352-4544

Pequena ♥♥♥♥

Located in Fortgreen...this teeny tiny Mexican resto is just purr-fect for an afternoon in BK.
86 South Portland Avenue New York, NY 11217 (718) 643-0000

Pearl River Mart ♥♥♥♥

I am in this place at least once a week. It is full of shit that you do not need and can not live without! Tomorrow, I think I am going to buy a dress that I have been eyeing since last week.

477 Broadway New York, 10013 (212) 431-4770

Brooklyn Flea Market ♥♥♥

The Flea at Skylight One Hanson (the former Williamsburg Savings Bank)

Saturday and Sunday, 10am-6pm, through March 2011
1 Hanson Pl. (at Flatbush Ave.)
176 Lafayette Avenue New York, NY 11238 (718) 935-1052
I used to have a booth here many lives ago. It can be overpriced at times but its still very BK! In my opinion one of the best markets in NYC.

Opening Ceremony ♥♥

I have NEVER bought anything from this store but I love it. I go there at least once or twice a season. These guys know whats up. I go look around, get inspired, and then head to the Salvation Army...my pockets thank me later.
35 Howard Street New York, NY 10013 (212) 219-2688

Balthazar. ♥

Lunch and Brunch = Purr-fect!
80 Spring Street New York, NY 10012 (212) 965-1414

Leekan Designs ♥♥♥

The jewerly here is AMAZING and the price is right.
4 Rivington Street, New York - (212) 226-7226

Betty Bakery ♥♥♥

Located on Atlantic Ave a few doors down from the Salvation Army. I always stop in the get a Petite Four before I start my hunt. Its my little tradition.

48 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 - (718) 246-2402

Creatures of Comfort ♥♥

I just discovered this store. Much like Opening Cermony they have their fingers on the pulse of whats happening and carry some very "of the moment" designers and trends. When you can find a sale its usually worth it...I just scored a set of 3 MM6 rings for 75% off....nice!

205 Mulberry St, New York - (212) 925-1005

L'Orange Bleue ♥♥♥

Maybe its because I know the staff or because the steak is possibly one of the best I have ever had in my life...either way I love this place and you will too.
430 Broome Street New York, NY 10013 (212) 226-4999

Fabulous Fannys ♥

A amazing and seemly unlimited collection of moderately priced frames. These guys know what they are doing and are serious collectors. Both vintage and current designers.

335 East 9th Street New York, NY 10003-7724 (212) 533-0637

David Z. ♥

...and then there is the occasional stop at David Z...they suck, I hate them, and their website sucks...BUT damnit anytime I looking for a Jeffery Campbell shoe they always have it in my size. I dread going in there but hey they are reliable!