Fashion, Travel & Lifestyle. – Page 189 – As told by Jessica Steele. Based in NYC.

May 21, 2014March 7, 2015

spotted: best of summer shoes

If you’ve been hanging around here for any length of time (and thank you if that’s the case!) then you already know I’ve got a bit of a thing for shoes. And in a budget-less, endless closet-spaced world I’d have a mile long list of Summer shoes to scoop up. But here in the real world, I try to streamline and so I wanted to share the 3 types of shoes I’ve honed in on this Summer and a few different options no matter what your style. First up – the slip on sneaker – a trend I’m on board with not only because of its effortless cool factor, but also because I walk everywhere in the city and their comfort factor means these are my weekend go-to. Second only to slip-ons in their comfort, I’m loving a good block heeled sandal this season. Perfect with everything from a pencil skirt to your favorite denim cut-offs. And finally – the lace up – because sometimes (relative comfort be damned) only a sky high heel will do. It doesn’t get sexier than a silky dress and lace up heels for a night out on the town. Any shoe trend you’re dying to try this Summer?

May 20, 2014March 7, 2015

mod moment

Saturday was one of those dreamy New York afternoons that started with a picnic in Central Park, continued with a late lunch al fresco and book browsing at my favorite store Strand, then ended with a languid stroll through the East Village. I can’t quite imagine what this city would have been like in the 60’s, but I do know that I would have seriously been in on the mod fashion wave. This matching set (my love affair with them started here) is exactly the sort of thing that gives off a retro feel while somehow also managing to be utterly of the moment. In short, it’s my dream outfit. The only add-ons needed were these block heeled sandals (which also have sort of a vintage vibe, no?), a swipe of bright orange lipstick and this knock-out of a necklace.

Sunglass Warehouse Glasses c/o // Lulu Frost Necklace // Darling Clothes Top and Shorts c/o // ASOS Sandals c/o // H&M Clutch – similar here

May 19, 2014March 7, 2015

urban jungle

If this city is a concrete jungle, then sometimes you need to dress to survive it. By this point you know that I’m a dress or skirt girl 9 times out of 10.. but on that tenth day you can find me in a great pair of skinny jeans or a subsequent alternative. These cargo style leggings were perfect for an afternoon of errands over the weekend and somehow made even cooler when paired with this amazing mural wall that exists over at the intersection of Houston and Bowery (the first mural was highly documented among New York blogs and since they just gave it a fresh rendition I figured it was worth a visit).p.s. I sported these BC Footwear booties on a fun tour of the Lower East Side a few weeks back and I’m sharing a list of my favorite spots over on their Tumblr here!Sunglass Warehouse Aviators c/o // F21 Vest – similar via Madewell // J.Crew Chambray Shirt – 25% Off with code PACKME // Madewell Tee // Dex Leggings c/o available via Lord & Taylor // BC Footwear Booties c/o

May 18, 2014March 7, 2015

weekend flashback

First of all, I hope that the weather was as beautiful wherever you are as it was here in New York this weekend. We used Friday night’s rain as an excuse to finally tackle the lingering areas of our apartment that were yet to be organized (there’s now a lovely little ‘reading nook’ just waiting to be put to use in our bedroom) which left the rest of the weekend free to run about in the sunshine. I spent Saturday afternoon having a picnic in Central Park with a few girlfriends, Saturday night out in the East Village (if you’re in the area – try Sigmund’s for craft beer and gourmet soft pretzels – they had me at hello), and Sunday checking out the new 9/11 memorial downtown and hanging out in Battery Park City. If this is a taste of what our Summer in the city is going to be like, I love it already.

May 16, 2014March 7, 2015

1 necklace, 5 ways with Lulu Frost

Have I mentioned that I like, really like my job? This past week I got to pitch in on a blog post for Lulu Frost showing how to wear our Poseidon Necklace 5 ways, over the course of 5 days. I think a lot of people are under the misconception that a statement necklace can only be worn once in awhile, but by changing out the outfit and layering with other jewelry, I got away with wearing this one for nearly a week straight. We’ll be sharing all 5 looks over on the Lulu blog later today (you may recognize some outfits from around here – I’m a proud repeat offender when it comes to pieces I love) but I thought I’d give you a fun little sneak peek here. Because if there ever was a day to spend lusting over pretty jewelry, it’s Friday.