always.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
{sunday funday}
Yesterday was the perfect Sunday. Starting off at The Bailey Pub & Brasserie in the Financial District, I decided to go outside of my usual order of eggs benedict and ordered up the Oak Smoked Salmon, carefully layered on top of Boxty Irish Potato Cakes. I really can't explain how good this was. After that, I decided to walk up through Chinatown {stopping for some lychee bubble Chinese Tea} and Soho to take in the sites.
I forgot my camera at work, so it was my first true photo diary taken through instagram. Here's my Sunday in NYC...
stairs and feather headed mannequins in Opening Ceremony
Photos: Robin West
Labels:
Food and Beverages,
Good Eats,
instagram,
nyc,
NYC Restaurants,
Sunday Funday
{shoes, glorious shoes}
I can confidently say that if I was able to create a tub of designer shoes in my home, there is no doubt that I would have a smile on my face as big as Tabitha Simmons does. The only difference is that I would most likely be in the tub with them...
Labels:
Fashion,
inspiration,
shoes,
Vogue
Friday, January 27, 2012
{happy friday + meet the boys}
I made the leap 2 weeks ago and adopted 2 cats {or as one of my friends and I like to call them, kittums} from a shelter. Since volunteering, I promised that I would adopt an older cat since people usually go straight for the adorable kittens.
Well, here they are on my blanket covered couch, which is hopefully temporary. Ringo is the dog-sized orange fluff and Linus is on the left {he doesn't think that his brother cuddling with him is as cute as I do}. And though they are FIV+, they are as bonkers and cuddly as possible!
Well, here they are on my blanket covered couch, which is hopefully temporary. Ringo is the dog-sized orange fluff and Linus is on the left {he doesn't think that his brother cuddling with him is as cute as I do}. And though they are FIV+, they are as bonkers and cuddly as possible!
instagram'd
Labels:
animals,
Happy Friday
{Elie Saab Couture}
This man can do no wrong! After I first saw his last rainbow colored show, I didn't think that anything would top it. Boy, was I way off. I'm not even a huge pastel fan, but the muted colors, lace and beaded detailing makes me wish that I was in the market for a wedding dress. Or maybe just a ball...
Labels:
Couture,
Elie Saab,
Fashion,
Fashion Week
Thursday, January 26, 2012
{on the streets} who runs the world, girls
During the Couture shows, and even the Menswear shows, these women stole the spotlight on the streets.
images: tommy ton for style.com
Labels:
Fashion,
Fashion Week,
street style,
Tommy Ton
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
{curated} Paire.us
So, if you follow my tweets, you may have seen a fascination with this jewelry site called Paire. I love a more tailored, curated website, especially when it comes to jewelry consumption. They include a lot of pieces and designers that you wouldn't normally find together, creating the perfect outlet for those who are also jewelry obsessed.
My favorite pieces right now? Definitely these Elizabeth Cole for Zac Posen line. Wowza!
Monday, January 23, 2012
{winter wonderland wedding}
I went to my first true Winter Wonderland wedding this weekend and it was truly something special. The bride with snowflake inspired beadwork on her dress, a first dance fit for a ball room and decorations iced to fit the snow covered landscape outside.
photos by Robin West (via my instagram)
Labels:
Friends and Family,
instagram,
Photography,
Weddings
Friday, January 20, 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Monday, January 16, 2012
{Golden Globes 2012} best dressed
Other than the awkward posing into the cameras [I have 2 women in mind that I won't mention], the red carpet was beautiful - sequins, feathers, and most importantly, many gowns bringing us back to an old Hollywood glamour that is much needed. These are just a few of my stunningly beautiful women. Knock 'em dead.
images: People, FabSugar
Labels:
Fashion,
Golden Globes 2012
Friday, January 13, 2012
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
{metallic prints}
Rich colors accented by brocades & patterns create a truly elegant look, don't ya think?
Labels:
Design,
Design and Print,
Fashion,
interior design,
J. Crew Collection
{food porn}
Or 'foodography', whatever you like to call it, blends food & photography. There's really not much better than this in my eyes. Unless the photographer was taking these photos in a couture gown, I suppose.
Labels:
Food and Beverages,
Photography
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
{good eats} Aubergine Cafe
I ended up in a delightful scenario this weekend - meeting some lady friends for a light dinner, or what you could call a dessert dinner.
Photo: Robin West
Labels:
Food and Beverages,
NYC Restaurants,
Photography
Monday, January 9, 2012
{leather accents}
Outdoor seating with a little 'torture device' accent to it, found while roaming SoHo/Tribeca.
Photos: Robin West
Labels:
Design,
furniture,
interior design
{good eats} Locanda Verde NYC
I was won over by the dinner menu here months ago and fell in love even more this weekend after experiencing the brunch menu. Along with the beautiful waffles below dazzled in apple goodness (even apple syrup), we started the meal with their unreal Sheep's Milk Ricotta drizzled with truffle honey and burnt orange toast. I stand behind this statement 100% - I could eat this every day and never grow tired of it!
Photos: Robin West
Labels:
Food and Beverages,
Good Eats,
Locande Verde,
NYC Restaurants
Friday, January 6, 2012
Thursday, January 5, 2012
{up in the air somewhere}
I've been seeing this zig zag tray all over Pinterest and finally came across the up in the air Etsy shop, loving every single thing in their curated shop. What's your favorite piece?
Labels:
Design,
Etsy,
Home Accessories,
pinterest,
up in the air somewhere
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
{pom pom mobile}
Though I am not in the need of any baby items [that's 100% not a complaint], I find myself looking forward to sharing in the excitement each time I get the 'we're having a baby!' call. This definitely looks like a great addition to a baby's atmosphere.
Labels:
baby gear,
Design,
Home Accessories
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
{on the street} best of Tommy Ton
Some amazing shots by Tommy Ton that I have somehow missed the first time around. Great way to sum up the colors & amazing madness of the year past.
Labels:
Fashion,
Fashion Week,
Photography,
Tommy Ton
{just because}
I mean, who doesn't want a knuckle meat pounder that can change into a protection device at night?
Labels:
Just Because
Monday, January 2, 2012
{in my kitchen} persimmon salad
Ever since I went back to Salt and Fat in Sunnyside with my friend before the break, I couldn't stop thinking about this Persimmon salad that rocked my world. So, when I went to an organic Chinese Market a few blocks away and saw some perfectly ripe persimmons in front of my eyes, I just had to try to recreate it. Just had to! I am not normally a 'salad person', so the mixture of fruit & bacon is a great way to get some greens in my belly.
All ya need:
*ripe persimmons (should be very soft. oh, and make sure to remove ALL skin)
*fresh feta cheese
*arugula
*vinaigrette (I used a blush wine, but lemon or pepper will do just fine)
and most importantly,
*bacon, speck or pancetta
ta da!!
Photos: Robin West
Photos: Robin West
Labels:
Food and Beverages,
In My Kitchen,
Photography
{instagram}
Happy 2012!!!
I have finally joined the rest of the world, purchasing an iPhone as a Xmas gift for myself, with Instagram being the first app installed, obviously. As much as I love toting [more like lugging] my Digital XLR around, it's nice to be able to take quality photos from a phone. Here are a few images from my first week. Oh, and if you're on Instagram as well, you can find me at @RobinWest or on Webstagram!
Photos: Robin West
Labels:
Fashion,
Food and Beverages,
holidays,
instagram,
Photography,
Wardrobe
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