Harlem Shake

Walking through Harlem, you can hear, smell and feel the incredible energy of the neighborhood.  Its cultural heritage is rich with music, art and literature.  To take a stroll through the neighborhood, I wore one of my new pants that I'll use later to transition to fall.  Wear them with a red cami now and then switch to a black turtleneck later for cooler fall temperatures.        

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Pants: Zara Top: Express Shoes: Stuart Weitzman 

Call of the Wild

Pink elephants and giraffes and flamingos, oh my! The print on this dress  with the white trim detail is everything!  On a hot summer day, this dress kept me cool while visiting the new Domino Park in Brooklyn.  I've also been using these wired headbands to help alleviate the heat.  They are available in a ton of prints and colors- an easy way to try to look cute while the temperatures continue on the ride.

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Dress: Lilly Pulitzer Shoes: Velez Bag: Similar

Summer Nights

The heat finally broke in NYC and we had one of the most beautiful summer nights we have had in a while.  To enjoy the amazing evening, I went out in my favorite color.  I love the fact that this silk midi skirt comes with a red slip underneath- perfect for breezy nights.  This top is so versatile that I bought it in both red and white. Hope the weather stays like this through the weekend!

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Yes Way Rosé

It's no secret that rosé is THE drink of the summer so I was really excited when the Rosé Mansion finally opened up in NYC.  This is my dream home!  Filled with all things rosé and swinging chandeliers, this is a fun way to kick off a night out.  With 8 sample of rosé from all over the world, I definitely came out with new favorites! 

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Dress: StyleKeepers Shoes: Ann Taylor

Rock On

To visit the stunning Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, I wore this linen jumpsuit by Carolina K with beautiful embroidery along the front and an unexpected bow back.  Carolina K uses unique embroidered prints made by artisans from Mexico, Peru and India. The front colorful detail of the jumpsuit felt just right for walking in Red Rocks Park with its strong Native American past.  Unfortunately, I was not able to catch a show at the Amphitheater but am definitely making a point to return soon to hear the amazing acoustics.

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Jumpsuit: Carolina K Shoes: Ann Taylor

Ruffle Me Up

Sometimes figuring out what to wear to a wedding can be challenging.  Although I like standing out in a crowd, I never want to outshine the bride.  I thought this flirty pink dress was the perfect choice for a simple and intimate wedding.  It has the sweetest details like the bows at the end of the back straps and the ruffled hem.  The color also pops and captures the essence of summer.

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Pinknic

Summer in the City means picnics in its beautiful parks, outdoor concerts and a lot of rosé! Pinknic manages to turn all these things into one fabulous event on Governor's Island.  In a sea of pink and white, I wore this floral applique dress that I paired with flat sandals to be able to dance comfortably on the green lawn, but I would easily pair with heels for a night out.  Just FYI-  I did remove the white slip and tulle the dress came with for a short pink tutu- a very easy swap for a more fun look.

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Dress: ASOS Edition Sandals: Sam Edelman

The Pint Shop

Ice cream season is here and I could not be more excited!  As soon as I heard the Museum of Ice Cream was finally creating its own line of ice cream and opening a pop up store in NYC, I knew it was something I could not miss.  I experienced the Tasting Room at The Pint Shop and, seriously, all the original flavors are divine.  I couldn't help but take a few pints home and plan on coming back for more.  Check it out if you can!

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Skirt: Talbots Top: Zara Shoes: Ann Taylor Bag: The Daily Edited

Get Happy

The "Happy-Go-Lucky" exhibit in SoHo is designed to make New Yorkers get happy.  In this fast-paced, intense city, sometimes we need to be forced to take a step back and forget about the daily grind.  This exhibit helps just do that.  To enjoy the exhibit, I wore this comfortable knit matching set with these red platform sandals.  This would also make a great outfit for the Fourth of July!

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Top: J.Crew Skirt: J.Crew Shoes: Kate Spade

Comuna 13

Once Medellin's most dangerous neighborhood, Comuna 13 is now filled with hope, vibrant street art and positive vibes. The graffiti art in the neighborhood communicates not only stories of its violent past, but also optimism for a peaceful and happy future.  Taking a tour guided by one of Comuna 13's residents provided a unique insight to the area that would not be possible otherwise.  The strength and resilience of Comuna 13 reminds us that it is important that we do not forget the past, but we must always look forward to a better future.  If you are in Medellin, this tour is an absolute must!

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Top: NAF NAF Jeans: Express Sneakers: Similar

Puente de Occidente

The Puente de Occidente (or Bridge of the West) is a beautiful suspension bridge from 1895 in the colonial town of Santa Fe de Antioquia in Colombia. Walking across the wooden pedestrian path and over the Cauca River transports one back in time.  One of the most curious facts about this bridge is that the Colombian engineer responsible for its construction also worked on the Brooklyn Bridge and applied his leanings from there to this amazing bridge.  Santa Fe de Antioquia is about 1.5 hours from Medellin and a definite must see!

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Skirt: Red Carter Top: Alice and Olivia  Bag: Similar Shoes: Ann Taylor