Espadrilles are a must-have accessory when heading to the Hamptons this summer. Personally, there is a pair of Loubie Espadrilles that I plan on buying for my Hamptons wardy, but not everyone wants to spend serious $$ on a summer sandal.  So for affordable Hamptons Style this season, here are 8 chic espadrille sandals under $100…

WEAR: Polka-Dot Romper

Who doesn’t adore a good polka-dot?! With a Memorial Day weekend full of  bbq’s, luncheons & cocktails, this Vince Camuto romper will be your holiday weekend go-to piece. Pair this cute Americana playsuit with tan wedgies & a preppy straw fedora for a look that is totes Midtown Chic…

DO: 5 Boro PicNYC

This inaugural two-day picnic kicks off Governors Island’s festivities for the summer. Make use of free ferry transport from Manhattan and Brooklyn, then taste samples from more than 20 vendors, listen to live blues music, or take a bike ride around the car-free spot. via timeoutny.com

Where: Sat May 26 – Sun May 27, Governors Island

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SEE: Memorial Day Celebration on the Intrepid

Honor the fallen men and women of the armed forces at this event, which closes out Fleet Week. Climb up to the Intrepid’s flight deck to watch a wreath-laying ceremony, military flyover and the unfurling of a 100-foot-long American flag. Afterward, visitors can tour the Ecuadorian navy’s training sailboat Guyanas; hop aboard the Hayward, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers vessel; and scope out the future home of space shuttle Enterprise, opening July 19. via timeoutny.com

Where: Mon May 28, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Have a fabulush holida weekend dahlings!!!

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I change my apt decor every 3-5 years. Espesh since I’m finally in an amaze relationship & live with my dahling (Midtown Chap), it’s super important to me that my apt reflect the current status of where I am in my life. If you rent in NYC, many apt buildings will not let you paint your walls in any color besides this faint ecru/eggshell shade. If you do decide to paint a wall or 2, say an accent wall, you will have to re-paint it in that ecru shade before you move out. Herein lies the art of removable wallpaper!

Perf for people like me who:

1. Redecorate frequently &

2. Are not interested in tons of manual labor…ick.

Fragrance is my #1 fav accessory. Even if you have your staple, go-to swoon-worthy scents, it’s never a bad idea to refresh your fragrance wardrobe every season. Summer is the perf time for a light, crisp & pretty scent that should make your date say “wow, you smell amazing!” in the first few minutes…

6 Summer Fragrances Perfect For Date Night

1. Thierry Mugler Alien Aqua Chic Summer - very first fragrance sublimated with aromatic waters. 
2. Tocca Violette:  notes - Italian Bergamot, Ginger Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, African Violet.
3. diptyque ‘L’Eau de Neroli’ Eau de Cologne: a floral, citrus scent.
4. philosophy ‘falling in love summer’ fragrance: a light, fruity & floral scent.
5. Bal de Roses Eau de Parfum by Keiko Mecheri (love this one, so pretty & light): notes – musk, white flowers.
6. Jo Malone Plum Blossom: notes – yellow plum, creamy sandalwood, white musk.

Dahlings, what fragrance will you be wearing on your next summer date?

Right before serious hot weather hits NYC, I get into this “I want to look fabulush x 100 this summer“ mode and start eyeing everyone’s warm weather street style looks. For me, the easiest way to look chic without spending a fortune on the newest summer trends, is to stick with classic preppy wardrobe essentials. This way, you can easily mix and match these 5 essentials into your existing wardy and work your way through summer looking gorgeous & totes NYC chic!

5 Must Have Preppy Pieces For Summer:

1. Nili Lotan Chambray Tunic Dress
2. Ralph Lauren Striped Boatneck Tee
3. Alice & Olivia Paula High Waisted White Shorts
4. Rag & Bone Trilby Fedora
5. Tory Burch Deena Mid Wedge Sandal 

Dahlings, which preppy pieces will you be adding to your summer wardy?

WEAR: A Flirty Swing Dress.

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Every woman should have a sitting room filled with fabulush pink French furniture. When I buy my first house, in the Hamptons (obvs), I will totes have a room dedicated to all things pink bc…why not? Pink and gold is such a pretty color combo and actually works with many decor styles. If this is too much pink for you, then adding one or two pieces to your current room would be just as pretty. But seriously, can one have too much pink in their life??? I think not…

Dahlings, do you love pink as much as I do???

WEAR: Something Tomato RED.

Red is a new color for me, since I actually bought my 1st red dress this year (seriously). I never thought the color looked good on me until I tried this flare dress on and it was only then that I fell in love with wearing this shade! Espesh for Spring, tomato red will stand out in the sea of black on NYC streets. Wearing an outfit like this Miss Sixty Kimono Sleeved Red Jumpsuit (p.s.  how chic are the sleeves!) will totes have heads turning (in the best way)!

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SEE: “Crime, Fashion, and Television”

Lauren Press (The Sopranos) and Lisa Padovani (Boardwalk Empire), designers behind Tony Soprano’s jogging pants and Nucky Thompson’s three-piece suits discuss the art of dressing crooks with Parsons fashion professor Shelley Fox. via timeoutny.com

Where: Museum of the Moving Image 36-01 35th Ave, at 37th St,  Sat May 12

DO:  A Mother’s Day Salute to the Matriarchs of Modern Distilling

Your mom gave up liquor for nine months to ensure you passed safely into this world—help her make up for the lost time at this cocktail reception and Q&A, hosted by LUPEC (Ladies United for the Preservation of Endangered Cocktails) and LOAD (Ladies of American Distilleries). Top booze matriarchs, such as Square One founder and CEO Allison Evanow and Lisa Laird Dunn of Laird and Company, will answer questions on the inner workings of their businesses. via timeoutny.com

Where:  The Shanty 79 Richardson St, between Leonard and Lorimer Sts, Sun May 13

Have a BEAUTIFUL Mother’s Day Weekend my dahlings!!!

kissies,

I pretty much adore anything tufted and anything pink. And if it’s both…fabulush x 100! For my dream closet, I would totes have a pink tufted vanity chair & stool, that way I can get dressed in style. This set is a great size for a smaller walk-in closet, or in my case, the corner of my bedroom. In fact, I just may have to get this…

Dahlings, you can view all my favs on the Midtown Girl Closet pinterest board!

kissies,