the weekend

This past weekend I took a little trip to Washington DC to hang out with a friend for her birthday. It’s a quick train or bus ride from New York City. It was nice to get out of the city for a few days and discover DC. They have some really great Thrift Shops as well. Check out my weekend…
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a modern twist

I got this amazing jacquard belle skirt about 6 years ago at a vintage shop in Chapel Hill North Carolina, Time After Time Vintage Thrift. It instantly reminded me of Carrie Bradshaw my fashion icon. I’ve actually only worn it once to a semi formal ball. It’s perfect for all these holiday parties coming up too.  Outfit Skirt: Vintage Top:…
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classics never die

It’s true…the basics in fashion never really die. The pencil skirt is still a must have staple in every womans wardrobe. It evokes instant classic sex appeal masked with authority given the length. A little twist on this is ofcourse the material. A leather pencil skirt gives it a little more oomph! Got this lovely one at ZARA. Outfit Sweater:…
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Fashion Steele of the Week Dec 5th

This weeks Fashion Steele comes from Zara. I’m beginning to like them more and more. There are some pieces that are really classics and are reasonably priced. Check out what I scored. Check out previous weeks Fashion Steele’s as well as my Thrifting videos on my  YouTube Channel! xo Monroe Follow me Facebook * Twitter * Tumblr * Bloglovin’ YouTube 
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My Weekend in Photos

There is a reccuring theme here: FOOD, FOOD, FOOD! This was a rough work week and I needed lots of comfort. Finally visited Balthazar a restaurant in Soho I had been dying to go to brunch. Even spotted Anjelica Huston at the table across from me. The waffles were DELISH. I also went to a cool spot in Harlem called…
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Glamour, Egyptians and COCO Chanel

Very exciting news! I am in the January Issue of Glamour Magazine! I am featured as Toshiba’s Next Hot Blogger! I am beyond stoked. This is my second major magazine feature second to Marie Claire. So make sure to check it out. I am reading some pretty awesome books right now as well including  Chronicle of the Queens of Egypt…
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