New York’s Sweet Spots

09 Oct New York’s Sweet Spots

Call me New York City’s welcome wagon if you must, but I think that everyone should live here. At least for a year. And if you can’t, you know, say kids and responsibilities are in the way, then visit. As often as you can.

You’ll be so much stronger and learn so much about yourself, I promise. Don’t believe those crazy people who say this city isn’t worth the hype and isn’t like “old” New York, whatever that means. They’re just lame.

Everyone always asks me are the best things to do in this city, and while that is completely dependent on the person, for me, the three places I’m going to share with you today rank pretty high.

This list is no way exhaustive, but considering the title of this blog, and that I am alway’s speaking to the benefits of being in this city and the cool things there are to do–I should get started on that, huh? Before we get into them, it should be noted, that I wanted to name only bookstores, we have some magical ones. But alas, everyone doesn’t enjoy the smell of books the way I do. So, meet New York’s sweet spots.

Allow Marc Jacobs Honey to mark the spot.

Marc Jacobs’ bookstore, Bookmarc, is one of my favorites places in the city. It’s tucked away in the East Village and is home to an assortment of books, knacknacks and Marc Jacobs accessories. I may or may not have treated myself to a new phone case–over the weekend, my friends were trying to keep me from obsessing and held onto my phone, but when I got it back, it was missing a chunk of its case. So I thought I deserved it.

Also, if you’re in the market for a gift for me, I am always excited about new pens and notebooks. Especially when they look like this:

Basically, the East River is my backyard. And I don’t take advantage of this nearly as much as I should. But I want you to know that it’s there. With this really great path, so you know, if you’re into exercising (makes face) you can run, walk or bike along the river and take in New York’s skyline. I prefer to sit and read. Or write.

Lastly, you need to go to Tiffany’s flagship store on Fifth Avenue and pay homage to the OG of New York It Girls, Holly Golightly. Bring a cupcake for a modern day Breakfast at Tiffany’s moment. I always enjoy that. Fun fact, if you go at 9am on weekday, the windows are basically deserted and you can reveal in their beauty pretty uninterrupted.

Also, after you visit Tiffany, cross the street and head to Bergdorf Goodman, the windows are legendary. Or pretend to be Eloise as you peek inside The Plaza before heading into Central Park for a walk. All of this is in a two-block radius and afterward, when it’s time to head home, you won’t want to.

It’s okay, call me. We’ll get drinks to celebrate.

Honey by Marc Jacobs is a sunny delicious floral – energetic and alluring, with a sparkling, golden touch. The perfect mix of brightness and warmth. The fragrance energizes with the freshness of green pear brightened with a splash of fruity punch and juicy mandarin. At the heart of the fragrance is orange blossom, a note of sparkling femininity that mingles with nectars of honeysuckle and peach. Honey, vanilla, and smooth woods dry down to a warm, golden base.

p.s. Compensation was provided by COTY via Glam Media. But seriously, if you run away to New York. Call me.