~ nyc day 03 part 02 ~

Let me tell you a little story.  Once upon a time a girl with frizzy hair and Atticus Finch glasses went to New York City and felt a little lost.  Then one day she went to Soho and fell in love.

It seemed that Manhattan was too big, Tallahassee was too small, but Soho was just right.

Okay, don't get me wrong - I love Manhattan!  But there's something about Soho that is simply amazing.  Maybe it's because of the bookstores, vintage clothing shops, handsome men with bikes and beards, and 5 million coffee shops.  Whatever it is, I love it.

Fanelli's cafe.  Try the black bean pesto burger - SO good!

Evolution - an awesome (and slightly spooky) store where you can buy everything from human skeletons, earrings made out of beetle wings, various bones, etc.  

     

I also went into a Chanel store, which was gorgeous and terrifying!  Since I couldn't afford to buy their doormat, I went down the street to the Housing Works Thrift Store where I found an amazing vintage dress.  Much more my style!

I could have spent four weeks photographing everything that inspired me!  I'll save that for next time.

xoxo,

Eliza

~ nyc day 03 part 01 ~

On my third day in the city, I went to MOMA, which was absolutely mind boggling.  I managed to see most of it, which is pretty satisfying considering its size and the fact that I only had a of couple hours there!

Next up: my adventures in Soho!  Stay tuned!

xoxo,

Eliza

~ nyc day 02 part 02 ~

After touring the museum, I met my friend Allison on the steps of the Met (how Gossip Girl is that?)!  After getting some lunch we headed to central park where we met kind strangers, did some ballet, and took lots of photos...

It was a beautiful day!  The lake was almost completely frozen over and there was snow on the ground - very exciting stuff for this Florida girl!

After walking through the park we went to Tiffany's, Rockefeller Center, The Plaza, Uniqlo (amazing store - if you don't already know what it is, find their website!), and Grand Central Station!

After heading back to the hotel for a quick nap, I went to a wonderful Japanese place for dinner!  Thank you so much for a wonderful day, Allison!!

xoxo,

Eliza

~ nyc day 02 part 01 ~

On my second day in the city - filled with caffeine, excitement, and very little sleep - I headed to the MET!

This museum is beyond spectacular.  You'll want to take it in sections though, since its sheer size is enough to overwhelm even a veteran museum viewer.  I toured half of the second floor before getting completely lost and having to ask a security guard where the exit was.  Next time I'll reserve two days for each floor!

I can't even begin to explain the emotions I felt while looking at these great works of art.  Going from looking at them in a book to standing two feet away from them is something I will never forget.

A day I won't be forgetting anytime soon - and that was only the first part!  More to come.

xoxo,

Eliza