Weekly Roundup: March 13, 2015

Things I learned this week: life is too flipping short. Too short to waste your time worrying about filling a stupid apartment. Or how much money you'll potentially be losing on an empty space you aren't living in. Or how that shade of Pantone 116 will look projected on a screen. It isn't worth stewing over. And sure, that's easier said than done, but you know what's easier? Breathing. Stepping back and taking a breath. Letting it go. Because in the end, if you've got your health, your friends and family, and your happiness, you're living the goddamn dream. Everything else is just noise.

Life was simple in the 90s and these images are PERFECTION.

I discovered EDOUGHBLE this week. Mind. Blown.

The psychology of COLOR in branding.

How do you think you'd do on a NYC CABBIE TEST?

Remember the show Dinosaurs? This VIDEO is amazing.

Weekly Roundup: March 6, 2015

This has been a whirlwind of a week and I have been neglecting this space, which makes me feel bad and stresses me out since I love it so much. With an increase in responsibilities at work and more travel expected, I'll need to find a new balance. So for the next few weeks, content may be a bit sporadic, but stay with me!

CLEANSING MISTAKES you might be making.

How to MIX PILLOWS like a pro.

Rachel Zoe is now coming out with her own SUBSCRIPTION BOX.

Obsessed with this STUDIO MAKEOVER.

Loving the look of this GUEST BEDROOM.

Need to make this FRITTATA.

30 THINGS you need to stop wasting money on. I know Mom, I really need to read this...

SEPHORA is debuting some new offerings.

IV cures for HANGOVERS are arriving and they'll cost you about $200 a pop.

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Weekly Roundup: February 27, 2015

Home sick the past few days with a terrible cold and watching SATC reruns. I guess it isn't that bad, huh?

What your favorite NYC restaurant SAYS ABOUT YOU.

A good post on RUGS UNDER $300.

Style inspiration for spring from J.CREW.

These SCHOOL LUNCHES actually make you want to buy lunch. And then there's the US...

Christina's interpretation of BRITNEY is spot on.

Cookies & Cream MACARONS.

A simple DIY to display your jewelry.

Nowhere near having a baby, but this is such a cute and simple NURSERY.

Kids who are PICKY EATERS.

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Weekly Roundup: February 6, 2015

Puppies in the SNOW. Enough said.

This was EPIC. Doesn't it just bring you right back to Saturday mornings??

A spa for your UTERUS? Say whatttt??

If you're a fan of Chrissy Teigen's food posts on INSTAGRAM, her food blog, SO DELUSHIOUS, has finally been relaunched and given a total face lift.

Custom MAP POSTERS of your favorite spots.

DECORATING blogs to follow.

A great read on MICKEY DREXLER and Madewell.

Wild FASHION TRANSFORMATIONS.

This FLY / ART TUMBLR is hilarious and clever.

With more snow expected this weekend, an interesting and quick read on why it seems QUIETER when it snows.

Image via COCORRINA.

Weekly Roundup: January 30, 2015

Finally, a new episode of SH*T GIRLS SAY.

WAVY HAIR TUTORIALS put to the test.

This TOTE is the perfect black bag for everyday and very roomy. Just how I like my bags - bottomless pits.

Rules that go with hearing the scary words "YOU DON'T REMEMBER ME, DO YOU?"

An interesting read on ABERCROMBIE & FITCH.

Good to know: HOW TO REMOVE SALT STAINS.

Favorite looks this week included LOUISE and SAMANTHA.

Eat up! ICONIC DISHES IN NY.

It's only been a month, but JOANNE FROGGATT is having a great year, and looks stunning.

Love these new nail polish colors from the Deborah Lippman WHISPER COLLECTION.

How WELLNESS BECAME A NEW STATUS SYMBOL.

I'm a sucker for CREPES and with a different spin than I normally do these sound amazing.

And in case you missed it here on L&C...

FULL THOUGHTS.

Lots of cute VALENTINE'S DAY CARDS.

Get ready to eat on Sunday with these SUPER BOWL RECIPES.

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Weekly Roundup: January 23, 2015

Happy Friday! Short weeks are seriously the best.

COOKIES: get in my belly.

Something I desperately need to do is STREAMLINE MY WARDROBE. This post definitely helps.

A QUINOA BAKE recipe that needs to be made ASAP on my part. Yum!

CURLING IRON tricks to master. Especially if you want those VS waves.

Tried this BLAZER on and was obsessed, but debating about pulling the trigger...

And loving all of these PASHLIS.

LOVE this ROOM MAKEOVER with Honestly WTF and One Kings Lane. And here's the TUTORIAL for that lovely tassel basket.

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Weekly Roundup: January 16, 2015

Work was super busy this week. With a big project on the horizon, I had things I wanted to write about but I was tired. So yes, I was just being lazy. With just a few things planned for the long weekend, I'm hoping to regroup and get back to business.

Taking a pop-up yoga class at THE PLAZA this weekend.

How well do you know 2014 POP CULTURE?

Have you heard of this? You can now send your enemies GLITTER.

This pup takes THE BUS!

What would you do if MAROON 5 crashed your wedding? Faint.

An interesting read on a TEENAGERS VIEW OF SOCIAL MEDIA.

The LULU FROST SALE. I want it all and now's the time to buy, because you could find something you've had your eye on for months on crazy sale...

SERIAL as a rom-com.

What it would be like to date JIMMY FALLON. Side-note: CANNOT WAIT to see him next week.

And in case you missed it here on L&C...

GOLDEN GOLBES FASHION.

WHITE BEAN CHIPOTLE DIP.

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Weekly Roundup: January 9, 2014

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As we wrap up the first full work-week of 2015, I'm already getting the sense that this year is going to FLY by and as much as that means another year older, I'm excited for all that's in store. But yet, as the weather continues to get colder, all I can think about is how badly I want a vacation. And again, I try to remind myself it's only the beginning of the year.

Thank you Refinery 29 for reading my mind. VACATIONS TO BOOK NOW.

Remember when I wrote about CAROLINE DE MAIGRET? Check out her gorgeous spread in THE EDIT.

Love THIS all black outfit and THIS one too!

Getting a kick out of this DOORMAT.

Pretty neat WIND MAP. God damn it's cold.

DEVON'S post has some great inspiration if you feel like you're in a wardrobe rut. Or remix how you wear your blazer a la AIMEE.

REBECCA ATWOOD'S gorgeous pillows are on ONE KINGS LANE. I first wrote about her in THIS POST when she was featured on the site earlier in 2014.

Preppy girls everywhere can rejoice. Target's newest collaboration has been announced and its with LILY PULITZER.

These NYC APARTMENTS are to die for.

This ROOM hasn't been touched in 100 years. So cool.

I've heard good things about ORANGETHEORY, so excited to give it a try when they open in NYC.

Adding this RECIPE to the collection of things to make in the new slow cooker we got for Christmas.

Very envious of this SHOE COLLECTION.

A simple interior DIY.

And in case you missed it here on L&C...

NEW YEAR, NEW GEAR.

An AMAZING HOME TOUR.

A simple recipe for CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP.

DOVECOTE. A fabulous home store in Westport, CT.

Weekly Roundup: December 19, 2014

Holiday party last night = Desperately need bed. Happy weekend!

The most amazing HOME REVEAL! When can I move in?

This GINGERBREAD HOUSE is unreal.

A seriously killer CHEESE PLATE. Perfection.

Loved these looks from SAM, JULIA, and MACKENZIE.

5 MIXERS to have on hand in your home bar.

What your AIRLINE SEAT says about you.

I could just eat PRINCE GEORGE up. He is so stinkin' cute.

And in case you missed it here on L&C...

NYC HOLIDAY POP-UPS.

A roundup of HOLIDAY CARDS.

How to get MODELFIT.

PUMPKIN PECAN BAKED BRIE.

Weekly Roundup: December 12, 2014

Wow, this week flew by and I'm definitely not complaining. I've got my girlfriends coming in this weekend to do some holiday shopping - hitting up those HOLIDAY FAIRS - and catching up over dinner and brunch of course. Enjoy!

NYC food news: URBANSPACE VANDERBILT coming in 2015.

HEALTHY EATING TIPS for the holiday season.

A guide on how to hang a GALLERY WALL.

Hysterical photos GONE WRONG.

2014 FASHION INFOGRAPHIC.

Loved these looks from LE CATCH, SALLY, and JESSICA.

How to get the VS ANGEL WAVES.

A great post from HALLIE.

Obsessed with this home's DECOR.

DINNER.

Kate and Will were in NYC this week and of course she looked amazing. Love all of her OUTFITS.

I'd like this RING please.

THINGS TO DO this December.

A seriously amazing WRAPPING HACK.

And in case you missed it:

I'TS THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR.

NYC HOLIDAY MARKETS & FAIRS.

HOLIDAY DRESSING.

THE LOOK FOR LESS: REED KRAKOFF MINI ATLANTIQUE.

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Weekly Roundup: December 5, 2014

The quote above couldn't be more perfect. This year has FLOWN by. It feels like just yesterday I was watching one of my best friends get married on NYE. I'm so looking forward to the holiday season this year. Aside from all the tourists, NYC is just magical at this time of year.

Some TIPS to keep in mind as we enter holiday party season.

I can certainly relate to this POST, but in my experience, not with J.Crew.

The MOSCOW MULE has been my drink of choice lately. But I have to have a copper cup.

Loved these looks on MERRITT and DALLAS this week.

Now there are VACATION BOOBS? Ridiculous.

Girl Scouts finally start selling ONLINE.

CONCEALER HACKS. I need these.

Yum, POTATO STACKS.

Why you should roll SUGAR COOKIE DOUGH.

OMG these DOGS PLAYING IN THE SNOW are too cute. And this one who SINGS?!?! I can't.

As the year starts to wind to a close, you may have FORGOTTEN some things that happened and missed some AMAZING PHOTOS. So cool.

Bros being BASIC.

Good to know: how to make LAST NAMES PLURAL.

Oh swoon, this CALIFORNIA house and this UWS APARTMENT. But alas, these AIRBNBs might be more in my range for a weekend away.

Adding the ingredients for this SALAD to my much needed grocery shopping list.

Anna Wintour's best CAREER ADVICE.

Weekly Roundup: November 28, 2014

Short and sweet today so we can all get back to our BLACK FRIDAY shopping sprees.

A yummy APPETIZER.

My favorite STRIPE TALK yet.

Love these looks from ASHLEY, JACKIE

DOGS WALKING IN BOOTS. Haha!

Obsessed with this BEFORE & AFTER.

Why pop songs are only 3 MINUTES long.

And in case you missed it:

The PROENZA SCHOULER PS1 SATCHEL for less.

NOVEMBER BEAUTY FINDS.

Gift Guides: For the PARENTS, FOODIE, STOCKING STUFFERS, and GIFTS UNDER $100.

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Weekly Roundup: November 21, 2014

When I get off the train this evening, I'm RUNNING to my dog. It's been way too long. Oh, also seeing my family (love you guys too)! Really looking forward to a low-key weekend in CT. Have a good one!

A great deal for a great brand on GILT CITY.

Read this if you like SPINNING and wonder if it will make your quads bulky.

Have you checked out the CINDERELLA TRAILER? It looks amazing!

This MINIPRESSO is awesome - it fits in your bag!

Weekly Roundup: November 14, 2014

Lucy Pinky Lucas 3/2/06 - 11/15/10

I'm not afraid to admit I love my dogs more than some people. They love you unconditionally, the warm cuddles, that puppy smell, but most of all the genuine excitement they have when you walk through the door. Come on, what is better than that?

So far, I've had three girls in my life, all different color labs - Sally, Lucy, and currently Riley - and there will be many, many more. Although I won't be heading home this weekend to cuddle with my Rye Bread, I will be thinking of my sweet girl Lulu. She loved weekends, because weekends meant meatballs and pasta at Nonny's on Sunday followed by cookies. So it's no wonder this roundup has a good amount of comfort food in it, because not only do some owners LOOK LIKE their dogs, some definitely have the same likes and dislikes. And lets face it, this girl loves to eat.

Oh. My. God. I need to make this CENTREPIECE.

It's about time INSTAGRAM. Seriously, why did that take SO long?

Bring on the CHURROS.

PANTONE HOTEL. They really think of everything.

Weekly Roundup: November 7, 2014

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Not sure what's on your agenda this weekend but I'm having a dinner party at my apartment tonight (making my favorite enchiladas) and following it up with an early SoulCycle Saturday morning. And of course, following that up with drinks and brunch. Have fun!

ICONIC NY SANDWICHES - need to try every one of them.

GROCERY SHOPPING in NY sucks. Very accurate.

Well this is a funky HOTEL.

Sample sales to remember: LULU FROST and TIBI.

When to throw out MAKEUP. Good to know.

Need to make this MAC & CHEESE on a rainy day.

A funny THEORY about Frozen and The Shining. Creative.

Fascinated by these TRIPPY GIFS.

Love this collection of INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES.

A RECIPE that might be good for Super Bowl weekend?

Looks I loved this week included AIMEE, REESE, HELENA, and MEGHAN.

Love these DESKTOP WALLPAPERS.

Adding this EXHIBIT to my list of things to see.

DECORATING SECRETS.

Bookmarking THIS for Thanksgiving. Can't have crappy mashed potatoes.

After reading this post, dying to make a trip to WINE COUNTRY.

An interesting read about RENT THE RUNWAY.

Jimmy Kimmel's HALLOWEEN PRANK gets funnier and funnier each year.


And in case you missed it on L&C:

My picks from OPRAH'S FAVORITE THINGS 2014.

EAT: MACELLERIA.

A recipe for TORTELLINI SOUP.

The SÉZANE AND MADEWELL collaboration.

And, THE LOOK...FOR LESS: J.CREW ASYMMETRICAL ZIP SKIRT.

Weekly Roundup: October 31, 2014

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And just like that, we're back to the weekend. Thank goodness. This pic sums up what I'd like my weekend to entail: jeans, relaxed tee and bed. True comfort right there. Alas, I'll be ignoring Halloween, exercising and enjoying a marathon or two (continuing my binge watching of SOA and then cheering on runners at the actual marathon). It's all about balance. Ha! Have a good one!

Loved this LOOK to get a faux cape style.

What the WORLD EATS. No surprise that the US leads in sugar and fat.

A BLANKET SCARF in a number of colors and at a great pricepoint. And ANOTHER one I love.

Harry Potter HUMOR. Oh, and he also killed it on JIMMY this week.

POTATOES. Yes!

And CHEESE anything. Yes!

And COOKIES. Yes!

I need all these MUGS.

GOOD NEWS? Eh.

In the market for a new place? I found the perfect APARTMENT.

Add THIS to your Christmas list. And THESE. Swoon.

Finding THIS absolutely hilarious.

The Weekly Roundup: October 25, 2014

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HOW TO APPLY NAIL POLISH. In picture form.

MINI CHICKEN POT PIES. Hell yea!

NEED IT.

Things you PUT UP WITH in NYC.

Weekly Roundup: October 17, 2014

I snapped this photo last weekend with my iPhone and am mesmerized by it. It looks so fake, no? Hoping more of this beauty can be found in this weekend as well. Tonight I'm heading to the MADELINE exhibit with my Mom before it closes and tomorrow I'm attending the WELL & GOOD BICOASTAL BIATHLON. Here we go team Row & Plyo! Have a great weekend!

Might have to try this DIY.

Not surprised by THIS. What I'd really love to know is who the heck is handling their marketing and PR and approving this stuff? Palm to face.

Weekly Roundup: October 10, 2014

I've got the perfect long, fall weekend lined up and I couldn't be more excited. I'm heading back home to CT today and plan on spending some time with friends, family and my dog. CHOWDER FEST on Saturday followed by some time at the vineyard. What could be more perfect? Fattening food and booze, sign me up!

SATC 3? Yes please.

I've been on an eggplant kick lately, so THIS looks delicious.

A great article on MILLENNIALS WORKING FOR PURPOSE. Seriously, read it.

Weekly Roundup: October 3, 2014

It's October already, say WHAT?!? While the year is flying by, the same can not be the same for this past week. It has been absolutely dragging so I'm quite ready for the weekend. I've got a 60th anniversary celebration happening for my grandparents (side note, they're the cutest) and heading to the Giants game on Sunday. Hope you're up to something fun!

Holy hell. Can we admire this CAKE?!?!

Kids can be insulting, but this VIDEO is hilarious.

The perfect LBD and a cute everyday alternative in TUNIC form.