Fashion, Travel & Lifestyle. – Page 192 – As told by Jessica Steele. Based in NYC.

April 29, 2014March 7, 2015

twist of lime

My sister’s wedding is coming up in less than 2 weeks, and this cocktail dress is a definite rehearsal dinner contender. But I’ve got a ‘life is short, eat dessert first’ attitude when it comes to party dresses – in other words why save them hidden away in your closet for the perfect occasion? So a Sunday evening margarita happy hour at our neighborhood Mexican joint seemed perfect for a debut. Especially since this particular little black dress comes with its own twist of (neon) lime. Life is short – wear the dress and have that 2nd margarita. Either way, come wedding season you’ll be armed and ready with this saucy little number. Darling Dress c/o // Target Bag – similar via Asos // Lulu Frost Earrings // Zara Heels – similar via Zappos

April 28, 2014March 7, 2015

floral fever

As if overnight, everything has bloomed in our little neighborhood. For a stroll through the park yesterday, I couldn’t resist wearing this floral kimono to follow suit. While my style is often a range of things, it’s probably never been described as boho. But since we’re in the midst of festival season (and dreaming Summer dreams), I thought I’d loosen things up a bit – and this floral top mixed with ripped jeans, long necklaces and midi rings, plus a bold bag and shoes is my more classic take on the bohemian agenda.

The Girl that Loves Floral Kimono c/o // Madewell T-Shirt // Old Navy Jeans // Lulu Frost & Vintage Necklaces // H&M Heels – similar // Melie Bianco Bag c/o

April 28, 2014March 7, 2015

weekend flashback

This weekend was all about settling in. We hung artwork on our apartment walls (see the decor in our LA home here), I settled on a new place to practice bikram yoga (have you ever tried? 90 minutes in a 100+ degree room and I promise your life will change..), Adam and I found our new go-to Mexican restaurant (happy hour margaritas are equally life changing), spent some time in the local park and had some of the best New York bagels I’ve yet to come by at Tompkins Square Bagels. There were trips to the laundromat, hardware store, and pharmacy peppered in there too – all of which, although chores, only served to make me feel even more at home into our new East Village neighborhood. I even practiced my best New Yorker black on black look. But don’t worry, there’s a Spring inspired color punch coming your way tomorrow. I guess a little of LA survives after all…

April 24, 2014March 7, 2015

keep moving

There was a time a couple of years back when I realized I had upwards of 7 polka dot dresses in my closet. Most of them, as is usually the case with polka dot dresses, unabashedly girly. While my style these days is still feminine (case in point), I think I’ve streamlined things a bit recently. This particular polka dot dress is no frills and I like that I can add some edge to it with these metallic boots, my trusty leather bomber and chambray shirt – this time tied at the waist (a million other ways I’ve worn it here). Speaking of evolving, as I try to keep moving style-wise, Adam is steadily becoming more and more skilled behind the camera – like the 2 detail shots below? Crazy good, and totally because of his eye. Thanks for coming back each day so that we both have a reason to push ourselves a little further.

Urban Outfitters Jacket // Zara Dress – cute version from Asos // J.Crew Chambray Shirt – 30% Off with code GOSHOP // Rebecca Minkoff bag via Nordstrom Rack // Restricted Footwear Wyatt Boots c/o – 20% Off with code FESTIVAL20

April 23, 2014March 7, 2015

desk to drinks with sole society

One of the things I love most about being back in New York and at my new job is the commute. A stark contrast to the 45 minutes of LA traffic I used to endure, my new trek to the office is just a 20 minutes walk through beautiful Gramercy. This means I can take my time walking in the morning, but in the evenings I’m back to the East Village in time for Happy Hour. To make the transition even easier, I headed straight to one of my favorite accessory brands Sole Society. My office attire is what I would call ‘creative casual’ so even if I’m wearing a more understated outfit, I like to have some fun with my shoes. These lace up heels in a go with everything nude are chic enough for the office, but equally flirty for an after work date. Since I’m walking now, I needed a neutral bag that was big enough to tote the day’s necessities – sunglasses, lunch, emergency umbrella.. – but not so oversized that I look like I’m carrying my life with me (even if I am). And come 6 PM I simply leave the bag in the office, transfer the real essentials – wallet, keys, cell phone, lipstick – to this sleek red clutch and am off to enjoy the city. Thanks to Sole Society my commute is looking pretty great these days.

F21 Sweater // Old Navy Trousers // Vintage Necklace – also worn as bracelet // Sole Society Mandee Heels, Katherine Bag, and Korie Clutch c/ o