INSPIRED BuY...: elizabeth and james

Thursday

blues

denim isn't just about blue jeans anymore, and canadian tuxedos are no longer faux pas.

a few years ago it seemed like dark wash skinny jeans held a monopoly over the denim market... but NOW there's high waisted, low rise, cropped, flare, trouser, boy friend, straight leg, skinny, light wash, dark wash, colored, selvedge, and distressed jeans. PLUS denim jackets, vests, shirts, skirts, and dresses!

it's wOnderful, really!

below i put together how I wear denim for different occasions, to some of my favorite places in nyc:

dinner date

shirt (similar) jeans shoes bracelets
(all from madewell)

hudson clearwater is a "secret" restaurant in the west village with a rustic vibe, friendly staff, and delicious food. extra bonus: there's a quaint hidden outdoor space for summertime dining!

hudson clearwater

brunch

denim tee - madewell jeans - current/elliot (via anthropologie) shoes - lucky brand

fives leaves is a casual cafe in greenpoint, brooklyn and is the perfect spot to grab tasty grub after a stroll through mccarren park.

five leaves

shopping

denim vest - jcrew dress - attic and barn (via madewell) sandals - elizabeth and james

artists & fleas is an indoor market in williamsburg, bk (and now also in chelsea) where one can find goods from emerging artists, indie designers, vintage collectors, and handmade crafters.

artists & fleas

Saturday

INSPIRED BuY...geek chic

i've always wanted to wear eyeglasses. i've purchased and rocked many a faux pair, but i always felt a little silly wearing them since they didn't really serve a purpose. i've recently noticed that i have trouble seeing street signs, and that powerpoint presentations are a bit blurry to me.

i realize no one believes me since i've always had a thing for glasses plus i eat so many carrots that i once turned orange (no joke). however, i'll have you know that i had my eyes examined on friday and i DO, in fact, need glasses. so there.

i've probably visited 25 different optical shops over the past few months, trying on all different styles of eyeglasses, but on friday i finally found the perfect pair: the Elizabeth & James "Spring" in Tortoise. They are nerdy and hip all at once and i feel happy when i put them on.

my recent purchase inspired me to write this geek chic post.