Oh, hey Friday- it's come to my attention this week that I will probably never live in Seattle or anywhere else in the Pacific NW, or anywhere else where it rains all the bloody time. Though I'm prone to low clouds and lazy days, all of this rain is killing me. If I don't see some sunshine soon, I'm going to scream. Never realized how much of a blue sky kind of girl I am, but damn let's get some Vitamin D up in here already and stop with this rain meshugas.
But it's my first memorial weekend back in the Northeast and I do so love a holiday weekend in this part of the country- everyone bails and kicks back and takes the day off and then Monday off too. It's good times, if only it was not so merde outside. But if you are heading somewhere chilled out, here's my five spot for you-enjoy your grilled meats and such, and don't forget about the troops, damn it. I know I won't- they fight so your lazy butt can enjoy bbq and sun and sand and above all, freedom.
So here's my favs for a long and warm weekend:
Caudalie Beauty Elixir- I've forgotten just how steamy NYC gets in the warm months- carry this in your mongrammed Goyard and spritz at will- it's an instant pick me up and refresher as you recoil from the warm glow of the F train. Plus it's a brightener for dull skin to boot. Love this stuff, must keep it fresh, and this stuff helps.
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/caudalie-beauty-elixir/3085313
These Sass and Bide pants from Free People- Oh how I love a rock and roll striped jean. So freaking cute. Love these with a flat hippy sandal ,a tank, and a long necklace. Perfection, and very in line with my Keith Richards is my spirit animal vibe these days. Can't you see him rocking these back in the day?
http://www.freepeople.com/clothes-denim-shop/force-of-nature-striped-skinny/
Anything by Fitzgerald- Yes summer reading, children. And since I'm only two hours away from the Hamptons, I'm feeling super obsessive about Gatsby like musings. And how good is the trailer for the film coming out? Pick up a classic this weekend and READ. Preferably not on the Kindle, but if you must. American dreams are better read about on paper, but that's just my take. You do what you want.
Cynthia Vincent Beach tote- Ooh I love this. I love an ethnic inspired beach bag- my vibe is full on boho must summers and this bag is lovely to cram my SPF, change of clothes, mags and books with. Perfect.
http://www.shopbop.com/cove-large-beach-tote-twelfth/vp/v=1/845524441938368.h...
Tee shirts from Saturdays Surf NYC- this one is more for the boys, but this store is a cool little slice of surf goodness right here in downtown New York. I love the graphics on the tees and the modern take on board shorts and everything else. Very well curated- reminds me of Jack Spade, the Montauk edition. Fab. Go there, boys. Even if you don't have a house by the sea, you can pretend and look cute doing it. All us girls love a surfer boy.
http://www.saturdaysnyc.com/category/tee-shirts
And that my friends, that is the memorial day weekend edition of Five for that sweet Friday butt of yours. Cause that's what's up this staying off the LIE kind of weekend in the 212. Headed up to Boston tomorrow afternoon- praying the travel and traffic G-ds are with me. Have a great long weekend and be safe and sound! XO
PS it's Fleet Week in New York. Hey, sailors.