Sunset Chasing



As the days get shorter, we truly come to appreciate the seemingly endless sunlight taken for granted in the summertime. A photo shoot started at 5:30pm used to be plenty of time for good lighting, and now it all the sudden becomes a race against time.

Ironically enough, these photos were shot in Sunset Park in Brooklyn. Standing in the picturesque bronze sky along with the industrial touch of railroad tracks and factories, there was a magic unable to be described. 

The real inspiration, however, came from the jewelry piece I wore. About a month ago, there was a little pop up stand that caught my eye while browsing at Bloomingdale's. Unlike the David Yurman's and Dannjo's surrounding it, these One Of a Kind pieces were delicately crafted in unique shapes. A bit of vintage inspiration mixed with a touch of bohemian spirit, all having been hand crafted in New York, I quickly fell in love with them all. Sara Reichert, the founder of the brand, is another woman with a story of passion and hardwork that instantly moved me. 

So glad she's back in NYC from Nov.13 to Nov.16, to check out some of her pieces, find her at the One OAK by Sara pop-up shop at the ground floor of Bloomingdale's 59th street!






Photo by Gabriel Brandt

Wearing: One OAK by Sara jewelry, dress from Free People, vest by Saks Fifth Ave, and boots by J.Crew. 

Seaport Saturdaze








 It's been such a long time since I've ventured into the charmed land of South Street Seaport. A place that often reminds us of how wonderfully energetic, eclectic, and amazing summer in NYC is. Whether you're a foodie, fashionista, or a photographer, there is something worthwhile for everyone.

As a combination of a bit of all three, I decided after reading an article about the Dossier Outpost that I needed to come for some inspiration seeking myself. This outpost was way cool. With a roof deck bar on top, it also hosted a variety of art/fashion/design related shops. From the $1,100 Petra Collins works I can only one day dream of being able to afford, to authentic eyewear from the 1960's, there were plenty of quirky things every corner you turned. 

Of these muses, I stumbled upon a collection of beautiful handmade jewelry from Lila Rice. With a little bit of bohemian romanticism mixed with a tough brass toned warrior feel, these pieces felt delicate yet full of mystery and attitude. I definitely fell instantly in love, and will be on the lookout to watch this made in Brooklyn brand grow!

p.s. did I mention I got a pair of sweet sunnies from her shop too?! 

For future seaport visitors, I highly recommend you stop at the Dossier Outpost and also try the salmon fajitas at the nearby Mediterranean food truck. 


Outfit details: t-shirt from H&M, asymmetrical skirt from Forever21(has also been seen from Urban Outfitters & Zara), and earrings that were a gift my cousin brought me from Czech Republic