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Dinner Party

There’s nothing like an impromptu Saturday night dinner party! I broke out the fine china (for only the second time in two years…let’s just say was about time to put those amazing wedding gifts to good use), and whipped up a little Italiano meal for the hubs and my friends Brooke (a new Brooklynite) and Kendel (visiting from Baltimore). Pasta with red sauce, breaded chicken, mixed green salad, and a bottle of red (or maybe two bottles of red). Doesn’t get much better than that huh? Except for maybe the little game of “Flip Coaster” we invented after dinner. Don’t even get me started on how insanely good Brooke is at this game–she put us all to shame. We had so much fun that we completely lost track of time, and the fact that we were supposed to be meeting friends out in Manhattan that night. Zack ended up crashing, but the girls and I rallied for a fun little night at the Back Room on the Lower East Side. The Back Room is a swank little speakeasy that serves cocktails in teacups and beer bottles in paper bags. We had a great time, and I’m thinking we will need to have a repeat date sometime soon!

Photos by: Zack Notes / Edited by: Myself

Dress: Free People (old) – view their current dress collection! / Leather Jacket: Vintage – love this asymmetrical alternative / Tights: Urban Outfitters / Boots: ALDO / Cardigan: Forever 21 (old) / Bag: Chinatown / Scarf: Gift / Necklace: Guilty Jean / Watch: Michael Kors / Bracelet: Baublebar / Lip: Lancome Luxe / China: Lenox Chirp

Hope everyone had a great weekend. Mine was quite relaxing, and I’m looking forward to chilling out this week as well. I’m a bit excited about the extra daylight hour. It reminds me that spring is right around the corner!

Happy Birthday to my twin cousins, Briana and Victoria, today! Love you girls!

XO,

Gina

Lunch Date

Had a nice little day with the hubby over the weekend. Woke up and did some yoga together, relaxed, ate breakfast, and read my book. Then headed out on a little neighborhood stroll on Cortelyou. Had a wonderful lunch at Mimi’s, and then browsed around at a few new shops that have opened up. It seems our little Ditmas Park is growing and growing.

Where’s Waldo? Tee from Urban Outfitters

photo-6 — Semolina pancakes with honey, mint, and strawberries.

My favorite house in Ditmas Park. I like to call it the “Gingerbread House.”

photo-8 — Lots of new shops on Cortelyou. Check out the Brooklyn Artery and support your locals!

photo-7 — New hat from the Brooklyn Artery.

In addition, today, I would like to send some love and prayers down to Maryland in memory of my dear Aunt Sylvia. She passed away last week, and unfortunately, I was unable to make it down for the services. She was a wonderful lady with admirable strength and courage. She had a fantastic sense of humor and could always make you laugh. In addition, I will always remember the quilt she made me for my room growing up. She was very talented. My thoughts and prayers go out to all my family and cousins who are remembering her today. Love you all.

XO,

Gina

Fashion My Legs

Quick update! Wanted to let you all know that I was recently featured on a blog called Fashion My Legs (FML), which showcases all things tights and hosiery. Their editor, Lisa, loved my “Amaze” post in which my look included a pair of sheer black bow tights from Urban Outfitters. Check out her blog for more inspirational ways to wear cool tights. Thanks for the shout out Lisa!

Happy Friday everyone! XO.

Gina

A Sunday Stroll

Took these photos on a leisurely Sunday stroll this past weekend. These new floral print leggings from StyleMint are my new favorite go-to choice for weekend wear. They are super comfy and lounge-worthy for a day around the house, yet the fun print allows me get up and walk around town without feeling like a total bum. They are currently on sale, so get ’em while they last!

Jacket: American Eagle / Top: Urban Outfitters (old) / Floral Leggings: StyleMint (on sale now!) / Bag: TJMaxx / Sunglasses: Ann Taylor LOFT / Combat Boots: Aldo / Watch: Betsey Johnson / Skull Chain Bracelet: Oia Jules / Ring: Forever 21 / Black Beaded Bracelets: Forever 21 / Necklace: H&M / Earrings: Aldo / Lip: MAC Venomous Villains Cruella de Vil Heartless w/ Wicked Ways Gloss

Photos by: Zack Notes

Today marks the end of the short work week here in the city. After wrapping up at the end of the day, I will head home to Brooklyn to pack up my bags and get on the road. Zack and I will be traveling down to Maryland to celebrate Thanksgiving with the fam! It’s nice that both of our families are relatively in the same area, so we are able to see everyone for the holiday weekend. I’m looking forward to our annual friends potluck dinner tomorrow night and spending time with loved ones throughout the next few days. What are your plans for the holiday? Traveling? Staying bundled where you are? Would love to hear. Stay safe everyone, and enjoy your time off if you have it!

XO,

Gina

Amaze

Amaze Sweater: ASOS / Cheetah Button Down Blouse: H&M / Pencil Skirt: Macy’s (old) / Bow Tights: Urban Outfitters / Pumps: Cynthia Rowley/ Tiger Cuff: Baublebar / Watch: Betsey Johnson / Ring: Forever 21 / Lip: Lancome Red Haute / Nails: Essie Over the Edge

I’ve been recently crushing on “sweaters with letters,” and when I found this one from ASOS, I just had to have it. It’s really comfy, and thought it paired nicely with the black and white cheetah button down I purchased last winter.

No matter your opinion on the results of yesterday’s election, I’m hoping this country (and people in general) can “AMAZE” the world and work together toward a better future. Other than that, I’m looking forward to my Facebook newsfeed going back to normal!

There is another storm headed toward NY today, and I am working from home so that I wouldn’t get stuck in Manhattan should this Nor’Easter get out of hand. After all the Sandy madness (that isn’t even finished getting cleaned up yet), this storm is the last thing we need, but I am hoping everyone stays safe. I am planning on heading on to Staten Island this weekend to help with the relief efforts. Let me know if you are interested in joining!