Tag Archives: Boston

June 4, 2013 · 8:30 am

Warby Boston

Are you all as big of Warby Parker fans as I am? I’ve always always loved their style of glasses, but hadn’t gotten the chance to play with any in person until I used their Home Try-On program last month. Now I am beyond excited to have a Warby Parker retail store in Boston– right downtown on Newbury Street!

I joined fellow Boston bloggers a few weeks ago for a breakfast at their new Beantown location and was beyond impressed. The second-floor location overlooking Newbury was bright, spacious, and welcoming– what more do you need to try on glasses?

It still shocks me that all of the optical frames are only $95, prescription included.

I’m especially in love with all of the tortoise options! Pretty Ballard frames.

Don’t wear eyeglasses? Well lucky you! Tons of sunglasses options as well though [Downing frames pictured above].

You’ll have to come back tomorrow to see which pair I picked out… :) In the meantime, head on over there yourself!

[ Warby Parker ]
[ 83 Newbury Street ]
[ Boston, MA ]

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June 3, 2013 · 8:00 am

Harbor Walk

In the summers when I was young, we would take the ferry from the South Shore to Boston, for a day in the city. Maybe because these were my first views of The Bean, the harbor/waterfront area will always be what I most associate with Boston, and will always be my favorite place in this town of ours. These are some snapshots from a quiet morning walk a few weeks ago, before the summer tourists began pouring in…

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Tagged as Boston, Boston Harbor, harbor, photography, spring, Spring 2013, waterfront

May 13, 2013 · 8:30 am

Pin Up Bar at Salon Mario Russo

[ Courtney of Those Graces ]

I was so lucky to start last weekend off at Salon Mario Russo on Newbury Street, enjoying some sweet treats, chatting with fellow Boston bloggers, and playing with some 60s-style hairdos as a part of the salon’s beauty pop up bar!

I’ve gotten the chance to work with this salon before, and I can’t sing their praises enough. Last summer, stylist Sal gave me a textured side bun [that I resisted taking out for as long as possible] as a part of their Summer of Style series. Last week, their darling Leah gave me a fun little Brigitte Bardot poof, with loose curls and swept bangs [that I promptly messed up, but you see the idea].

They have a fantastic staff, and I really don’t think you could leave this beautiful corner of Newbury feeling any hint of disappointment.

[ Jodi of Jodi Bean's Blog ]

[ Georgina of Notes on Lifestyle ]

[ Elissa of Style-Wire ]

[ The salon's super chic set-up + the beautiful lady who set this up for us! ]

[ Bloggers photographing bloggers photographing bloggers, obviously ]

[With the fabulous Andrae of Mario Russo ]

[ These ladies. Such sweethearts I tell ya. ]

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary hairstyle for this event from Mario Russo. All opinions are my own.

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Tagged as 1960s, beauty, beauty events, Boston, Boston Bloggers, Brigitte Bardot, hair, Mad Men, Newbury Street, pop up bar, Salon Mario Russo, salons

May 9, 2013 · 9:10 am

Art in Bloom

Sometimes I forget how lucky I am that I have a world-renowned art museum so easily accessible to me. The MFA is truly one of my happy places. We visited the museum a couple Fridays ago to see the first night of Art in Bloom. For just a few days, the galleries were transformed by 70 floral arrangements, created by garden clubs from all over New England. Each arrangement was inspired by an accompanying masterpiece…

Have you been to Art in Bloom before? Which pieces were your favorites? This is an annual event, so be sure to keep your eyes open for next year’s weekend if you missed this one!

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Tagged as art, Boston, exhibits, floral, flowers, garden clubs, inspiration, MFA, Museum of Fine Arts, museums

April 29, 2013 · 9:50 am

Shopping Is My Cardio: LOFT Grand Reopening

So excited to be recapping such a fun event that I had the pleasure of co-hosting last week! Boston’s LOFT location has just undergone a huge renovation, making it just about the prettiest store in town. On Thursday, Holly and Alana & Amy of Blog Better Boston and I welcomed shoppers to see the beautiful newly-completed shop in the Pru. Couldn’t make it? Take a glimpse around to see it for yourself…!

Tons of fun printed shorts right now! I’m loving these and these especially.

Sweet bow sandals

Nautical Striped Cotton Tank Dress

That striped maxi was a favorite of the night– seemed like half of the ladies in the store were walking out with it! Available here.

With the lovely Elissa from Style-Wire who works at LOFT!

What we’re wearing:
[ Emily:: Textured 3/4 Sleeve Cotton Sweater, Aqua Spritz Print Stretch Cotton Shorts ]
[ Elissa:: Paisley Print Short Sleeve Shift Dress ]
[ Holly: Striped Linen Tee, similar Zig Zag Mosaic Skirt ]
[ Alana:: Scarf Print Boatneck Dress ]

Need more incentive to check out the store, or make some purchases online? Forty percent off EVERYTHING right now (what?!) with code NOW40 at checkout!

What do you all think of the new store + new arrivals? For more snippets, check out Holly’s recap and Amy’s here!

Full disclosure:: My outfit for the night was provided as a gift by Ann Taylor. All opinions expressed, both online and in person during said event, are my own.

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April 23, 2013 · 9:03 am

Join me at LOFT for a Grand Reopening Party!

I am so excited to be co-hosting this event with the darling Holly and beautiful ladies behind Blog Better Boston and LOFT!

Join me this Thursday, April 25 at the newly-renovated LOFT @ The Shops at The Prudential Center. Refreshments, live music, blogger pals, and shopping? What could be better? A $250 gift card you say? Yep, you could win that :)

Want to get excited? Check out LOFT’s newest summer arrivals…!

Questions? Leave ‘em here or e-mail me! Otherwise I’ll see you at the Hynes Court in the Pru Thursday night! All are welcome– let’s get Boston back on its feet!

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April 22, 2013 · 9:07 am

Bridget Meets Boston

My everyday style is definitely more East Coast than West Coast, but there’s something about California’s light and laid-back but still put-together way of dressing that I can’t help but love– especially in the warmer months.

No Rest For Bridget is a SoCal-based boutique that just opened its first store on the East Coast– conveniently for me and all you other Beantown gals, located on Newbury Street. Prices are super affordable, whether you’re looking for work wear, date night, or girls-night-out looks.

Virtually the entire store is organized by color. I can’t even begin to tell you how excited this makes me– when I shop, I’m shopping for specifics way more than I am browsing. I need a lavender dress for graduation. I’m looking for a pink top for my birthday. Really on the hunt for some mint jeans.

In addition to clothes, there’s jewelry and accessories galore. Color-coordinated, of course :)

You’ll also find fashion books and sweet accessories. I spotted the new Kate Spade book and this fashion title with Audrey gracing the cover!

Basically, run, don’t walk, to this store. If you’re not in Boston or California (see here for full list of locations), still be sure to follow NRFB on Twitter and Facebook to stay updated– more stores will be gracing the East Coast soon!

[ No Rest For Bridget ]
[ 220 Newbury Street ]
[ Boston, Massachusetts ]

pssst! Because Bridget loves Boston, they are offering 20% off EVERYTHING in their Boston location from now until April 28. A portion of proceeds will be donated to help the victims + families of last week’s tragic events.

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April 17, 2013 · 9:26 am

What You Can Do

I know I speak for many of the citizens of this city when I say thank you. Your outpouring of love and support is so appreciated.

Yesterday, Governor Deval Patrick and Mayor Thomas Menino set up The One Fund charity to support victims and their families. Former classmates of mine from Emerson College have designed these Boston Strong t-shirts, which I urge you all to purchase, as one hundred percent of the proceeds will go to The One Fund.

Never have I ever been more proud to be a Bostonian

#BostonStrong

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April 16, 2013 · 9:08 am

Boston Strong

My heart hasn’t fully been able to comprehend what happened in my beautiful city yesterday. The Boston Marathon is argued to be the biggest day of the year in this town. It’s a day about celebration, about charity, about springtime, about tradition, and about watching everything you’ve trained for pay off. I can’t express how thankful I am that my family and I are ok, and that all of my friends have now been accounted for. My deepest sympathies go out to the victims and everyone affected my yesterday’s events. I love Boston with every bone in my body, and I know we are going to come out of this even stronger.

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March 25, 2013 · 9:27 am

Eau de Massachusetts

Last month, I attended the launch of the United Scents of America’s Massachusetts fragrance launch. How fun is this concept? Founders and scent experts Sasha and Samantha have teamed up to bring you the reminiscent smells of some of your favorite states– in a perfume. They use focus groups to create the scents that aim to bring back memories and embody the aura of said the states. Massachusetts is the newest in the line– which already included California, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Hawaii. I think they hit it on the head– a little woodsy, a little salt watery, and with an overall sweetness. It really encapsulates an autumn day in my favorite New England state.

The entire line is proudly made in America and can be purchased online, or in select stores in respective states. Purchase your Massachusetts candle or perfume here, or at Shake the Tree in the North End of Boston– 67 Salem Street, Boston MA 02113.

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