Silent stunner.

Iceland is a magical, magical land. I was struck by the sweet openness of the people and the stunning silence of the country itself.  I have never been anywhere else in the world where I could stand still and hear nothing but the earth. Nothing else. Not a plane, a car, a bird, another human: nothing.

There are few things more powerful in this world (especially when you live in New York City) than silence. Beautiful stunning silence. I felt every single cell in my body disconnect from the frenetic world I left behind and twinkle to life in this peaceful solitude. What a wonder of natural beauty. Iceland is like nothing I've ever seen, not just the landscape but the culture as well. There is a twinkle in the eye of Icelanders that makes you feel like they are in on a secret, they are part of a mysterious culture that follows the rhythm of its own beat. What a gift to get a moment to take it in. I hope I can keep a piece of this feeling with me for a very long time.

Quite possibly the freshest & tastiest fish and chips I've ever eaten. 

The concert hall by Olafur Eliasson

local flavor. 

The Blue Lagoon

Sun Voyager by Jón Gunnar Árnason

Cannot wait...

In 3 days I'm heading here for 2.5 weeks of vacation. 2.5 weeks of doing nothing, no emails, no early mornings, no running non-stop like a banshee through the city...just calm wandering with my man through some beautiful northern cities.  This is whats getting me through it right now.

Futurist

Nancy Cunard was a woman way beyond her time. In both style & attitude she lived outside of societal expectations and blazed her own way. She was a muse to Man Ray, Ezra Pound and Aldus Huxley and she fought tenaciously against anti-semitism and racism. Her style has been referenced for decades. She had a way of evoking strength in her eyes and hands that was enhanced by her use of accessories. 

Well-mannered wardrobe.

The well-mannered woman needs a wardrobe that is chic, modern, functional and effortless. Season after season Pheobe Philo crafts a collection that is the epitome of these elements. She makes clothes for a woman who doesn't need superfluous details, brash textures or loud colors to attract attention. Philo makes clothes for women who are confident and feminine, strong but not aggressive. She makes the modern well-mannered wardrobe and she does it perfectly. See for yourself. 

Let it rain.

Just discovered Parisian designer Wanda Nylon and I'm obsessed. A perfect collection, a brilliant and modern concept. Sharp edges, fresh breath of air. Rainwear inspired and fitted for the modern woman. The clothes are a true prayer for rain. 

Modern Times

Grace and Elegance. 

Two words that conjure nostalgia for the days of yesteryear.

I long for those two qualities to shine relevantly on our culture again.

We modern women could all be improved by a little grace and elegance, don't you think?

Painterly

Falling in love all over again with the unforgettably emotional & visceral work of Sarah Moon. 

Her images often feel like paintings. Entrancing & engaging they linger in such a beautiful way.

Romantic declarations

Today my boyfriend and I became domestic partners. We are expecting a little girl in May & thought we should take a step in being adult-like without the stress & seriousness of a wedding. So we went to city hall, signed a paper & got an official certificate announcing us as Domestic Partners. How super lovely. The place was brimming with the most lovely, happy vibes of couples getting married with elated family and friends in tow. Celebratory energy and love was exuding out of City Hall. It was a perfect day.

Frozen tundra

Despite the fact that New York has been resembling Antarctica lately I'm still incredibly hyped to be heading to Iceland in a little over a month...