Poof - You're Chic

I've always had an affinity for puffer vests even though they have a very short time span in which they can be worn here on the east coast.  Plus, it can be difficult to glam them up, although I try.  Now, the puffer doesn't need to be jazzed up because it's pretty fab on its own.  It's from one of my favorite designers, Alexander Wang, who's got the cool downtown girl thing down pat.  I think the best way to wear this is similar to how it's styled below - head to toe in sleek black and some killer shoes of course.  Done!

Alexander Wang Leather Puffer Vest - $1,595.00 - available at Barney's New York

 

http://www.barneys.com/Alexander-Wang-Leather-Puffer-Vest/502097898,default,pd.html 

Battersby - Brooklyn

We all know by now that Brooklyn is home to an ever growing food scene.  There's another restaurant in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood looking to make a name for itself.  Battersby is run by a young team of talented chefs with an impressive resume (Gramercy Tavern, The Spotted Pig, Momofuko Ssam Bar - among others).  The menu is a tasteful mix of New American with some Italian influences.  They offer a tasting menu upon request which is such a treat.  Let these pictures inspire you to rush down there and have your next meal.

Battersby - Tuesday-Sunday - 5:30-11pm - 718-852-8321

http://battersbybrooklyn.com/

Summer's Skinny Crop

This summer has brought us a brand new crop of skinnies - literally.  There are so many to choose from: summer whites, neons, pastels, and prints.  I have found a great Ikat print that is fun, chic, and epitomizes the easy breeziness of the season.  Just pair it with your favorite white t-shirt and some silver jewelry and your ready to go!

Ikat Print Skinny - 7 for All Mankind - $190.00 - Intermixonline

http://www.intermixonline.com/product/7+for+all+mankind+ikat+print+skinny+.do

Fall's Hottest Bag

Alexander Wang has done it again.  He's created a contemporary bag that all the downtown girls are going to go gaga for.  It's the 'Emile' style with crocodile embossed suede down the middle of the bag.  Create a new statement this fall and carry this gorgeous satchel on your arm.

Alexander Wang - Emile Suede Satchel - $925.00

 

http://www.alexanderwang.com/shop/accessories/bags/new-arrivals/202068/emile-in-mustard-green-suede-with-matte-black

Chateau Cherbuliez - C'est Magnifique

The Chelsea neighborhood of NYC is welcoming the new French restaurant Chateau Cherbuliez from celebrated chef Todd English.  It's located in the former parish building in the now Limelight Marketplace, which was a former Gothic Revival Church.  The wines and menu are clearly French and fabulous.  Must haves are the steak tartare, tartine d'escargot, and moules frites.  Get there while the weather is still at its best because the outdoor dining here is stunning.

Chateau Cherbuliez
47 West 20th St.
New York, NY 10011
212-203-7088

http://chateaunyc.com/ 

King & Grove - Williamsburg Brooklyn Hotel Opens

Hip Brooklyn hotels have been opening up faster than you can grab a cab from Manhattan to this trendy borough.  With so many new hot restaurants and boutiques in hipster Williamsburg you need more than a day to see it all.  A good nights rest at King & Grove will do the trick.  This hotel has all the luxuries you could ask for in an urban setting (rooftop bar, modern amenities, full-services, saltwater pool).  Rooms start at $265.00/night.

http://www.kingandgrove.com/NYC-Hotels/Hotel-Williamsburg

Pre-Fall Booties

Ease your way into fall with these sexy black and tan peep-toe booties.  Rich black suede with cut-outs opens up to smooth tan leather in the back for a luxurious two-tone effect.  The heel is sky high so you know you're going to be super sexy and it will look amazing against summers bronzed skin.  Get them now before they sell out.

Jemah Two-Tone Bootie - Ralph Lauren Collection - $750.00

http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13080183&cp=1760782.1898624&ab=ln_women_cs2_shoes&parentPage=family