{NYC Spring Guide}

Is it Spring yet? I am so over the polar vortex and am longing for no coat wearing days ahead. Some New Yorkers may say that their favorite time of year is Spring, the temperature isn't too hot and you can sport around town with just a light weight topper piece. Over the years, I am come to appreciate Spring, especially the fresh flowers along Park Avenue. Check out my NYC Spring Guide for some great activities to take advantage of this season all around the city. When Spring has finally sprung, who is joining me on my adventures?

1. Head on over to the NY Historical Society to check out an amazing exhibit by the infamous fashion photographer Bill Cunningham. The exhibit titled "Facades" is running from March 14 - June 15, featuring 40 years of work. These original prints showcase his street muses in elaborate vintage attire culled from thrift shops and modeled in front of iconic NYC locations. 

2. Starting this Saturday (March 8th) and for the next 6 consecutive Saturdays, the NY Botanical Garden has a great evening activity to check out. With a complementary cocktail in hand, check out the Orchid Show: Key West Contemporary.  An evening filled music and surrounded by flourishing tropical garden beauty makes for an ultimate date night. There is also an added bonus of  restaurant partners from Little Italy's Arthur Avenue and more if you get a little hungry too. 

3. For only $60, let your taste buds be transformed while traveling all over NYC and the world without leaving the confines of Pier 36. The 7th Annual Village Voice's, Choice Eats food tasting is happening March 25th. Don't let your stomach go hungry and get your tickets today!

4. There is some amazing new theater to get behind this Spring. Playbill just announced it's schedule for upcoming Broadway shows to get behind and I couldn't be more excited. I've got my sights on a few shows including Idina Menzel's If/Then, the reboot of Les Miserables, Bullets over Broadway featuring Zach Braff and Mice of Men featuring my favorite Gossip Girl, Leighton Meester. 

5. I'd much prefer a glass of wine over a glass of beer any day. That's why I'll be checking out the Annual Wine Riot taking place April 5-6. Sample over 250 glasses of wine in 4 hours. Even if you've had a few too many, download their free app for the Iphone or Anroid and hit the "like it" or "love it" button and it saves in your history for future memories.

6. I always love a good independent film and am dying to check out the 37th Annual Tribeca Film Festival from April 16-27th. There will be 55 world premieres, 37 first-time filmmakers, and 22 female directors. There are many exciting films to look forward to including Jon Favreau's Chef, which will co-star Robert Downey Jr., Dustin Hoffman and Scarlett Johansson.

7. Maybe this year will be the year that I get out on my bike just a little bit more and go on TD 5 Boro Bike Tour. Grab your helmet along with 32,000 cyclists and pedal your way through all five boroughs on a traffic-free, 40 mile course. Don't get too afraid, it is a tour not a race; therefore, participants can relax and embrace one of the best ways to see the infamous city.

8. Calling all home decor enthusiasts, ICFF (International Contemporary Furniture Flair) at the Javits Center from May 17 - 20 hosts more than 500 exhibitors from more than 30 different countries. Featuring everything in design that you could ever imagine from contemporary furniture to lawn furniture, wall coverings, textiles and more. 

{My Tiny Girlfriend}

Last month I brought this amazing post featuring my adorable tiny boyfriend and this month I bring you the girlfriend equivalent.  This mother and daughter duo are creating jaw-dropping dresses out of construction paper, tissue paper, wrapping paper and gift bags, basically anything lying around the house that is pliable is fair game. About nine months ago, Angie (the mother) was frustrated continuing to find Mayhem's (daughter) clothes inside her toy box and came up with a brilliant idea to make dresses out of paper. Mayhem loved the idea and they haven't stopped creating dresses since. You can follow the fun on her Instagram feed, but check out some of my favorite creations below. I am utterly amazed, which one is your favorite?

{Shark bite-sized}

{Who wore it better?}

{A golden goddess}

{She's over the snow too}

{Festival Flair}

This weekend the temperature was absolutely beautiful. It has been ages since we have seen temperatures in the mid 50s. The warmer climates got me excited for the Spring/Summer. Although the temperatures dropped yet again on Monday, it was nice to dream about cuter outfits (for a split second), instead we are stuck wearing these mundane drab puffy coats for the last 4 months.

I can't believe the month of March is upon us this weekend, which means, our first stint of festival season is just around the corner. SXSW starts March 11-16 followed by Coachcella, April 12-14 & 19-21 and of course a slew of others later in the summer. The best way to prep for the ultimate music showdown is getting your festival flair ready. Check out my top outfits below, which flair is your favorite?

Outfit 1: Headband // Top // Shorts // Backpack // Sandals

Outfit 2: Top // Shorts // Crossbody // Sandals

Outfit 3: Hat // Tank // Shorts // Crossbody // Booties

{Bleachers}

I first fell in love with Jack Antonoff before he started dating Lena Dunham and before he started making sweet guitar sounds for the band Fun. It was love at first site with his mopped jew fro, when he used to be the frontman for a band called Steel Train. They were a rock band from New Jersey and who would frequently tour with a band from my High School called Hellogoodbye. 

Ladies, be prepared to fall in love all over again with Antonoff's side project titled Bleachers. The debut single hit the interwebs last week and I can't stop listening. "I Wanna Get Better" is a repeat-worthy indie anthem that reminds me of sunshine vibes and bicycle weather. I am keeping my fingers crossed the album has a similar aesthetic, which will drop later this Spring. 

So listen below and give Bleachers first single a spin! (And then another, and then another, and then another.....). Are you hooked?

I Wanna Get Better - Bleachers

{Daisy Chain}

Dress // Loafer // Necklace // Perfume // Tank // Earrings // Statement Ring //

 Headband // Tote // Bracelet // Sweater // Romper

My favorite flower of all time is having a moment in the spotlight this Spring. It seems that everywhere I turn, this whimsical blossom is sprouting up everywhere. Forget your usual prints of polka dots, hearts or stripes, this one, is a fun and fresh alternative. After this intense winter that we have had, I'm looking for the perfect pick-me-up. You can either add this pattern to your go-to sundress or a brand new weekend tote, either way, there's plenty of interpretations that everyone will fancy. I've got my eye on all of them, what about you?

{Jeremy Messersmith}

Singer-song writer Jeremy Messersmith latest album Heart Murmurs, focuses on the many different dimensions of love. With subtle strings and sly infectiousness, it's an album that has me hooked even just after the first song. The man can surely craft a pop standard with similarities to Ben Gibbard, Joshua Radin, and Josh Ritter. The difference though, he is full of surprising twists and strange turns. Take a listen to one of my favorite songs below and see for yourself.

Ghost - Jeremy Messersmith