10.23.2009

New York, I Love You...

“You’d have to be crazy to live in New York City, but you’d have to be nuts to live anywhere else.”
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It was not too long ago (just a few short weeks, to be exact) in which I proclaimed that I would be doing absolutely no traveling in the near future; but kittens, just as fashions change in the blink of an eye, so do holiday plans – and mine have changed in the most splendrous of ways. No longer will I be resigned to spending the Christmas season viewing the tree in Rockefeller Center from the cozy comforts of my couch. This year I shall be spending the holidays in the Big Apple, where I plan on making good use of the thick scarves and knee-high boots that so often never make their way out of my closet due to the constant Southern California sunshine.

For two weeks I plan on gallivanting all over the City like a giddy schoolgirl, soaking up as much culture and creativity as I possibly can. But until then…well, I’m positively beside myself. The thought of waiting ten long weeks to finally embark on such an amazing destination seems like an unbearable lifetime. Tell me darlings…how on earth can I possibly concentrate on College Algebra when my thoughts are consumed with visions of the bright lights of Times Square, adorable sidewalk cafes in the East Village, and shopping sprees along Fifth Avenue; not to mention stops at various cupcake shops to appease my sweet tooth? By bringing a smidgen of New York City right to my bedroom, of course!

Flair4All’s removable wall decals are what I think of as interior decorating for the girl on the go. Toss out the paint cans, and forget about dealing with a messy clean-up; Flair4All gives you the chance to accessorize your abode with minimal hassle. Love music? Vintage Vinyl is sure to make your heart sing. Adore nature? Bird Blossoms is bound to make you smile. Looking to get spotty? Polka Dots will do the trick. While I adore all of these choices, at present there is only one that I want embellishing my bedroom walls; and that mes chéris, is Skylines NYC.

It may not be a punchy pink; but the black and blue hues seemingly cha-cha alongside one another in a stunning, four-foot long swirl-imbued silhouette of one of the things I adore most about the City that never sleeps: the skyline. Falling asleep beneath this beauty for the next ten weeks is bound to keep the excitement regarding my fast-approaching vacation to a minimum; yet remind me of the wondrous sights I will soon be experiencing up close and personal.

“Something’s always happening here. If you’re bored in New York, it’s your own fault.”
Myrna Loy

I'm off to visit the Flair4All Fan Page myself. Now, which Flair4All do you want adorning your walls?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Flair4All for the pictures.
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54 comments

Caramell said...

Oh, I'd love to live in NY- but unfortunately my home town is just in the middle of nowhere, it's just pretending to be a town, not a village! x.x
once I visit you we shoud have a spending spree together xD

Dina's Days said...

How cute! I had a hard time narrowing it down, and I think the little girl in me chose Bird Blossoms! That's so great you get to spend the holidays in NY, you are going to have a blast.

the NEO-traditionalist said...

Oh I looove Christmas in New York. It's one of my favorite places to be for the holidays in all the world. I'm envious! And have fun shopping this weekend. You should go see Where the Wild Things are too and we can compare notes!
XX Kate

Little Lovables said...

oh, it sounds like it will be a gorgeous trip! I love the one you picked out, so cute!

you can use these next weeks to plan your outfits :)

Rachel @ The Haute Notes said...

Sounds like you will be having a lovely holiday! It's been years since I've been in New York at Christmastime.

That Skylines NYC wall decal is lovely. Definitely a perfect reminder of the city!

FASHION SNAG said...

wow, you will love NYC! What a great holiday trip =)

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Diane said...

oh you'll have to let me know when you are in town. we must meet up! :)

Closet Cravings said...

I'm jealous that you'll be enjoying the holidays in New York - lucky you! I love the idea of these wall decals. I've looked at them before, but I've never found any that fit my shabby chic style.

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Stéphanie said...

Fabulous ! I love NYC !

KP said...

NYC is so pretty around the Holidays-have so much fun while you're here! these decals are so sweet! xx

C A said...

I WANT TO BE A PART OF TI, NEW YORK....NEW YORK... ^^

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Anonymous said...

congrats! you deserve to go. you definitely will love new york!

Taylor Sterling said...

ooh, have fun in NY darling! I would love to go this XMAS!!

Leah said...

Oh, New York is the place to be... I can't wait to see your posts for the holidays.

Happy Friday to you.

The Pocket Stylist said...

Oh I want to go to New York sooo bad I plan to go next year!

ana said...

OMG you are going to NY!!! That's so nice, I'm so glad for you but please take photos and show them here... I will love to see your shots from NY...

Arushi Khosla said...

I love that song: New York I love you, but you're bringing me down. :)

Fabulous post as usual, girly!

Etrapar said...

nice post! congrats! ^.^
kisses

Marian said...

love that opening quote! would love to live in NY, this post makes me wish i could even more
xx
marian

Tights Lover said...

Flair4All looks pretty cool. I'll have to check it out.

Enjoy NYC, it's always fun that time of year!

The Blonde Duck said...

I don't know if I could do NY...too many people, not enough trees!

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Ohhhhh, how exciting! I'm going in a few months and CAN'T WAIT!

Winnie said...

Oh wow, I want to spend xmas in NY one day!

Fashion Court said...

ackkk, i have to think of more exciting places to tell you about than the ones that i sent you! my mind has not been working lately :P

Fifi Flowers said...

Oooooh NYC is another place I NEED to get back to... it's been too long!!! Hmmmm... NYC for a few days... then on to Paris for a few more days... sounds like a FAB idea... now where is that money tree???
Bon week-end mon amie!
Fifi

Damsels said...

wow you make ny sound like so much fun haha ... i guess after living here for a while you think allthis madness is part of life but its true there is never a dull moment

Becca. said...

i'd love to live in new york.
it would be like a dream come true!
hope you have a good weekend!
XOXO, BECCA
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Style Search said...

since Sex and the City NY is my inspiration... :)

Melissa Blake said...

Thanks so much for the link! :)

The Anthology said...

You're torturing me. I now want to buy a ticket to NYC immediately.

* Kelsey

Audrey Allure said...

yay for flair :) and i love it here in new york city, haha i'm hardly ever at my actual house since i'm out 95% of the time lol

All Women Stalker said...

That quote is perfect. I will have to let my best friend who's crazy about living in NY about that.

-meream

Erin said...

So excited to have you in NYC! If you need any good cheap restaraunts/entertainment in the city (although it sounds like you're more excited to live it up ;) ) let me know and I can give some of my recommendations.

Sherin said...

NY seems like such a dream to me. You are so lucky that you're going. As for me, I guess I'll have to make do with these wall skylines.

Denisa L said...

awesome dear!hope you'll have a great time in NY!

Emily said...

I am beyond jealous! I dont have any NYC plans yet, but I am hoping to go during the holiday season. It will be so fun, I'm sure! Those wall decals are spectacular :)

Luinae said...

I remember you leaving a comment on my blog about whether you were going to go or not, I'm soooo happy for you!

un petit lapin said...

Oh this sounds so exciting! I'd love to visit NYC. Especially during the holiday season!

Couture Carrie said...

I am in love with this post, darling, especially the opening quote!!

xoxox,
CC

Gabbi said...

I love NY and I love the decals! I'm off to view the shop now...xo

Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)

Lexy @ QUIRKY EXPLOSION said...

To live in NYC would be a dream come true! I would absolutely love to pursue that dream as I get older. I literally think about that all the time, and your post made me even more giddy for the future! Sounds super exciting!

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E said...

Oh I'm so SO jealous! I haven't been to NYC in ages and I miss it so much!

tessa said...

So jealous! I've never been to NY yet.

la petite fashionista said...

YAY you got your skyline sticker. and how exciting that you're going their during chrsitmas time! you're going t have an amazinggggggg trip. please blog about everything :)

Unknown said...

How awesome! I hope you have an amazing time in NYC =D

Elizabeth Marie said...

There is nothing like the Holidays in NYC. NOTHING! I am so happy for you love, you are going to have the best time and look fab.u.lous. Ahhh I was there last year at that time and am getting chills just thinking about it.

Love you, I hope you're having a good friday night! XO

Allison said...

I live 30 mins from NYC and girl, if you are looking for some perfecttt cupcakes, you NEED to stop at Magnolia Bakery! There are 3 in the city (my favorite is in the West Village though - I love the atmosphere of it all!). And definitely walk through Central Park - it is beautiful in the winter (and you will get a perfect workout of your scarf!).
If you want any advice of fun places to go or hangout, let me know! I'd love to help! =) xoxo

edef said...

I also go see the big Christmas tree, i remember being amazed by it when i was younger; i'm pretty used to seeing it now but no matter, it's still the biggest one i've ever seen. you'll love it. have fun!

meraldia said...

Spending holidays in NY? You are so lucky?!!

miriam said...

not sure if i'd like to live in NYC but as for the skyline i'm with you. it's just fantastic!

espiègle said...

Jealous much? Of course I am! New York is one of the most beautiful places ever! My friend, the one who promised me some lovely Burberry bag, when she saw Manhattan by the night for the very first time, well, she almost cried. So so so lucky! :)

Mimi said...

OMG! it is my ultimate dream to visit NYC some day, an even bigger one to live there. i hope u have fun and definitely tell us how it went as soon as your back. great idea for wall decorations also! :)

Sam said...

*sigh* New York!! My dream destination at the moment! Love this decal - you'll have a ball there I'm sure - take lots of photos for us to drool over!

M said...

That is wonderful! You will have such a great time, and don't forget that the East Village is great for shopping as well as for sidewalk cafes... I buy at least half of all my stuff locally (I'm an EV resident)!

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