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Showing posts with label #shopping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label #shopping. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Oh Baby, Baby!

I have a black-belt in shopping! However when it comes to everything baby I was overwhelmed to say the least. I am a step-mom to grown middle schoolers. So newborns are completely foreign territory for me. My big sister came to NYC for the weekend and happily led the way for all things baby. My eyes glazed over with fear at Giggles (the "it" baby store) and she quickly trotted me outside for air. We detoured and ended up at Baltazaar for a fabulous lunch. I am lucky to have such an understanding big sister!

Two weeks later after spending days online researching every baby product and necessity for my twins. I set out again, this time with my husband. My husband is already an amazing father, a native New Yorker and a shrewd financier who would have his eye on the clock as a NY Giants game would be on later. Somehow his resume put me at ease much more than my super mom big sisters. If I fumbled his type A efficiency would kick in and I could skate by. But that was not the case at all, who knew a little thing called Mama Bear would finally emerge from inside of me.

I was armed with my manilla folder full of papers on every product under the sun. But we were on a  mission to do the big ticket items. AKA the Twins nursery, we are having a boy and a girl. We designed the room a beautiful cream with white chandelier and cream and gold curtains. I always envisioned my babies nursery to feel like an elegant sanctuary not a Disneyland ride. We arrived at Albee Baby and began shopping for the next 3 hours and never had to go elsewhere!

Photo Credit: Snap Studios this was taken at 8 weeks, for a gender reveal, only turns out I was having twins boy & girl! #fate

Cribs: 2 cream and gold cribs from Newport Cottages, they fit perfectly into our room scheme and are classic yet simple.


Dresser & Changing table: A Newport Cottages dresser matching in gold and cream from with a cream changing table on top.

Bedding: We are ordering custom from Bebe Chic Company, but still deciding on the twins colors!


Glider: A modern glider detailer togo we ordered it in a light beige color, it's chic and comfortable.

Bassinets: We live in NYC & wanted nothing frilly for the house. But we care about design and wanted bassinets that wouldn't be eye sores. We found the gorgeous Monte Ninna Nonna Bassients, these are perfect for any room in our home.

High Chairs: Finding 2 high chairs that were safe, functional and design savvy was a task. We hit the jackpot with the Mima moon it's so well made and multi functional.

Car Seats: We have a large SUV in NYC & just like LA you are in a car a lot. As a new mom my only concern was safety. I didn't care about looks, style, color. All I desired was the "tank" of carseats for my twins. I found it in the Cybex aton Q currently the highest rated carseat.

Strollers: Strollers for twins living in NYC was a chore. It took us one hour of test driving, lifting, folding & pushing these beasts to narrow it down! We decided on the Stokee Crusi double in charcoal color. It's sleek for narrow city sidewalks, safe, functional and yes looks good! It also has an amazing winter add on packages which is key for NY winters. And I found an amazing double stroller from Icandy in London. It's extremely versatile and top of the line and just perfect for twins.






Thursday, May 9, 2013

Spring Fashion

Spring time has been very temperamental here in NYC! But, that has only created more versatility in my wardrobe! Below I posted my favorite Spring looks with designer details.

Love,
Kaki

"Playing dress-up begins at age five and never truly ends"  - Kate Spade

L'angence top, RagnBone Jeggins, Chanel purse, Vero Cuoio for Barney's shoes, Ray-bans

Intermix top, RagnBone jeggings, YSL shoes, Celine Bag

Current Elliot jeans, Converse hi-tops, Bebe tank, S.Y.L.K blazer, Channel oversized glasses

Herve Leger Dress bought at Intermix, Hair Bun maker :)

RagnBone jeans, Equipment top, Joseph blazer, Givenchy shoes, Miu Miu clutch,  Intermix Belt

Celine Tri Color Nano 2013, My Spring Favorite bag

Signature Hermes H bracelet small & big wear it casual or dressy


Wednesday, January 4, 2012

New York's Best

1.) Best Hair: John Barret Salon, perched on the top floor of Bergdorff Goodmans. See stylist extraordinaire "Carter".

2.) Best Nails: Think Pink Nail Salon on 58th street, get a mani/pedi and the best massage in a spotless salon.

3.) Best Drink: "The penny drop" & giant champagne bowl both can be found at Standard Hotel bar/grill.

4.) Best Sushi: Nobu on 57th street, no contest.

5.) Best Boutique: Jeffreys in the meatpacking district carries all the designers and hard to find Louboutins, also home to my BFF shoe manager Eddie!

6.) Best Nightspot: Catch. I had my birthday dinner here, 4 levels celeb filled, restaurant/bar/lounge/roof-deck

7.) Best Lox & Bagel: Russ & Daughters, well worth the long wait.

8.) Best Date Night: La Grenouille. I wish I could eat here 7 nights a week, but I don't have enough jewels to keep up with the elegant crowd & amazing French cuisine. Put on your best Dolce dress & bring a fascinating date because you will never want to leave!

9.) Best Dessert: Morandi Restaurant introduced me to an "Affogato", which is vanilla gelato with an Italian espresso shot poured into a small cup, delicious.

10.) Best Slice: Villagio on 58th & 6th, plain is perfection.

11.) Best Photographer: Fadil Berisha, high fashion & glamour. See his photos below. He also has the best studio!
Kaki West - New York's Best

Kaki West Images - New York's Best

Kaki West Pics - New York's Best

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