Fashion Archives - Page 7 of 59 - This Time Tomorrow

June 14, 2018 — 11 Comments

sailing the BVI with The Moorings + everything I packed

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As someone who grew up in a very landlocked state (hello Nevada desert), the idea of sailing has always fascinated me.

The open ocean at your beckon call, allowing the wind to literally take you where it wills, the sway of the water rocking you to sleep at night. Admittedly, I've gone on large scale cruises before and of course, sailboats for the afternoon with friends of friends who had boats (note to self: make more friends who have boats!) but I've never sailed on an actual yacht. I had an amazing time on this trip and I really fell in love with boating. I was telling my friends how much I want to buy a boat since going on this trip and they told me to check out GraysOnline. It's only an idea at the minute but I would LOVE to own a boat in the future. How cool would that be!?

Naturally, when The Moorings team invited me on one of the chartered 5800 yacht cruises through the British Virgin Islands, I had to 1.) pinch myself and 2.) start packing! Despite hopping around the Caribbean quite a bit the past few years since moving to the East Coast, I haven't spent much time in the British Virgin Islands specifically, so I was excited for the chance to experience it as part of such an intimate sailing experience. By intimate I mean, the yacht comfortably fits 11 to 12 people, three of whom were our small but mighty crew: one fearless captain, Martin, one amazing chef, Katie, and the friendliest stew ever, Kay (who makes an amazing BVI painkiller cocktail). We had 5 full days at sea ahead of us, with plenty of islands to stop off at along the way, so each day started early with a coffee at sunrise, plenty of swimming and sunshine filled naps in between, and ended with sunset cocktails on our top deck.

If it sounds like I'm describing a scene from The Talented Mr. Ripley (minus the whole messy homicide plot twists), then we're on the same page -- I felt like Gwyneth Paltrow at times, and even donned my head scarf most days as a sartorial nod to her character. I'll detail our exact island itinerary below, including everything I packed for the trip -- but just wanted to underscore what an incredible experience it all was. Our crew made us feel instantly at home, we couldn't have asked for better weather and while the aftermath of last season's hurricanes is still apparent on most of the islands, it was amazing to see the communities there banding together to rebuild, and to know that, bringing tourism back to life in these areas is the best remedy for a speedy recovery.

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Huge thank you to The Moorings team for having Nora and I -- it was just the dose of Vitamin D we needed! And if you're considering a similar trip yourself, I cannot recommend The Moorings enough! They offer a wide variety of customized charters through the BVI, Thailand and Croatia to name a few, and when split amongst a group of friends, it actually is quite reasonably priced, making for a really unique vacation experience (calling all brides-to-be, perhaps?).

Keep reading for our exact island itinerary!

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[prodl brand="Maiyo" product="Luna" description="It's been years since I've ventured into crochet bikini territory, mainly because they're always a bit tricky when it comes to getting them wet. This one my Maiyo, however, is a new favorite, primarily due to that cute belt! I wore this during our trip for a morning of walking around on the beach, so I'd recommend it as a lounging bikini (as opposed to a let's say surfing bikini), if you're thinking of taking the crochet bikini dive yourself. My only thing to note is that the small (especially for tops) runs big and if you're small chested like me, you might find yourself with extra fabric." link="https://maiyo.co.uk/collections/all-products/products/luna-1"][/prodl]

[prodr brand="6 Shore Road" product="Coco Bikini" description="I picked up this bikini from one of my favorite vacation shops in the West Village, Sunni Spencer. She has the best assortment of jetset essentials and the minute I spotted this striped number, I immediately thought how perfect it would be for surfing and paddle boarding in, which is exactly what I did. Plus, the top alone would make for a cute crop top paired with a higher waisted skirt." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/MjBx"][/prodr]

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Island itinerary:

Saturday, June 2: Flew from New York to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Then from San Juan to Road Town, Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. Checked in at the Moorings Marina for the afternoon and slept on the boat docked for the evening.
Sunday, June 3: Early departure from the Marina, heading straight for Norman Island to snorkel in and around the infamous Indians formation and nearby caves. Stopped off at Pirate's Bight restaurant for some afternoon drinks and naps on the beach.
Monday, June 4: Headed to Cooper Island, which is known for their beautiful, family-run, eco-resort. Adorable bungalow rooms and white sand beaches. Then hopped over to Virgin Gorda, where we explored the Baths, a collection of boulders that have piled together to make natural pool formations, including the most famous one, known as the Cathedral (for the dramatic, overhead lighting). From there, we sailed up the North Sound to spend the night at Leverick Bay.
Tuesday, June 5: Early morning start to begin the trek out to Anegada (affectionately known as the 'end of the world'). Unlike the other islands in the area, which boast a rockier, hillier landscape, Anegada is completely flat, so as you approach it via boat, it comes into view almost like a mirage, the palm trees literally the only thing giving the land mass any tangible shape. We spent most of the day here, swimming and snorkeling during the day, before enjoying a delicious lobster dinner on shore at the Cow Wreck Beach Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, June 6: Sailed from Anegada to Jost van Dyke, where we spent most of the day at Soggy Dollar Bar (the birthplace of the infamous painkiller cocktail!) and then at Foxy's in the evening to watch Game 3 of the NBA Finals (Woot! Go Warriors!).
Thursday, June 7: Sailed from Jost van Dyke to Peter Island, where we spent part of the day snorkeling around, paddle boarding and eventually winding up at the famous (and now reopened!) Willy T's barge bar. The bar itself is an actual barge, with two decks -- and a diving platform on the top deck, which we certainly utilized a few times! We end the day by sailing back to Tortola, eventually docking for the evening at the Marina.
Friday, June 8: Head back home with a new tan and lots of photos!

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[prodl brand="Zimmermann" product="Jaya scallop midi dress" description="Is there another brand that screams summer as much as Zimmermann? I think not. When you hail from sunny Australia, I suppose it's in your brand DNA to create summer-ready clothes, year round. I love this off the shoulder dress, perfect for throwing over your bathing suit during the day, but works just as well for evening events with the right pair of strappy sandal heels and perhaps a leather belt to cinch your waistline a bit more." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/MjEi"][/prodl]

[prodr brand="Pixi Market" product="Knit fisherman bag" description="I toted this little knit fisherman bag for most of the trip. Easy vacation bag for throwing all your boat essentials in: sunscreen, sunglasses and a bottle of water!" link="http://shopstyle.it/l/MjHv"][/prodr]

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[prodl brand="Heidi Klein" product="BB reversible bikini" description="If you guys recall, I'm no stranger to the Heidi Klein brand. I was first introduced a few summers ago on a trip to St. Lucia and I've been hooked on their swimwear since! This little bandeau bikini number embodies everything I love about the brand: it's comfortable, perfect for water sports (hence all the diving I did in it) and it's reversible! The other side is white." link="https://www.heidiklein.com/bb-nautical-reversible-wide-bandeau-bikini"][/prodl]

[prodr brand="Zimmermann" product="Tali one piece flutter sleeve" description="Before we headed to the Baths on the island of Virgin Gorda, our PR host for the trip, Anna, told me to save my best bathing suit for this exact spot. I immediately reserved this Zimmermann number in mind. The color is a beautiful rust (and unlike anything else I own in my lineup of swimwear) and the sleeves are just so statement worthy." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/Mkol"][/prodr]

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[prodl brand="Veronica Beard" product="Samara dress" description="I've been eyeing this Veronica Beard dress for what feels like AGES. I'm so glad I was able to style it for this trip, particularly as its blue color was just TOO perfect with the shades of the waters we were sailing. True to form, the Veronica's nailed it with this dress -- just the right amount of ladylike ruffles with va va voom cinching and slit action." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/Mkqm"][/prodl]

[prodr brand="Eric Javits" product="Boater hat" description="Let's say it all together here: SPF isn't enough. You need a hat on vacation. This particular hat I'm wearing here is from Marine Layer (it's now sold out), but I encourage you all to bring a wide brim hat on your next trip. I used this guy to pretty much put over my face every time we laid out in the sun." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/MkqN"][/prodr]

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[prodl brand="Self Portrait" product="Panelled maxi dress" description="Full disclosure: We may have asked our captain to put up the sails specifically so we could get this exact shot in this Self Portrait dress. Luckily, Martin was a good sport about it and happily obliged. This dress is just too dreamy -- I especially love the gold chain straps to it." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/Mkry"][/prodl]

[prodr brand="Chanel" product="Vintage earrings" description="There's something so Elizabeth Taylor about wearing your biggest and most statement worthy earrings on tropical vacation, isn't there? I like to think Liz would give her nod of approval to my styling here." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/Mksa"][/prodr]

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[prodl brand="Zimmermann" product="Melody off the shoulder dress" description="Ah, yes. Zimmermann strikes again. Are you surprised? This dress is just so fun and flirty, and while I normally don't opt for mini dresses, when Zimmermann makes one like this with just too many pretty details, I just had to give in." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/Mkuj"][/prodl]

[prodr brand="Anthropologie" product="Rina crocheted crossbody bag" description="Aside from my knit fisherman bag, this little crossbody bag was my next go-to. I brought this ashore with me for most of our excursions on land." link="http://shopstyle.it/l/MkuU"][/prodr]

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Photos by Nora Varcho

Huge thanks to The Moorings team for having us! We had a blast!

May 29, 2018 — 7 Comments

a weekend in miami + paraiso fashion fair

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best dressed guest

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friday favorites: little white dresses

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May 22, 2018 — 10 Comments

what I would say to my 23 year old self

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3 minute read So, if y0u're listening 23-year old Krystal in some alternate universe...

May 18, 2018 — No Comments

friday favorites: college graduation edition

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Hello friends, and happy Friday!

As of this moment, I'm basking in a feeling I haven't yet experienced — I'm a college graduate! In case you didn't know, I, Nora, am (was?) a student at New York University for the past four years, studying media, culture, and communication and creative writing. I moved to New York for school and haven't looked back since, but, in that sense, I really haven't looked back since. This week has been a flurry of finals, events, and multiple (yes, multiple) graduation ceremonies, and I feel like I still haven't had a chance to catch my breath. I'm physically and emotionally exhausted, and I have no plans for this weekend other than to sleep for an entire day. Or maybe a couple of days.

Among all of the craziness that's gone on lately, and even as I write this, I haven't really been thinking about the past. I've been thinking about what to wear to Radio City Music Hall for graduation #1 (NYU really believes in casual graduation venues), I've been thinking about all the work I have to do for my last final (turned in on time on Tuesday! Woo!), I've been thinking about how I've been staying up way past my bedtime and waking up way before my alarm clock in order to get everything done that needs to get done. Even at the actual graduation ceremonies, I find myself thinking ahead to the next friend's name about to be read, or to the next meal I'll get to eat, or to how hot/rainy/chilly/windy it'll be once we get outside — the weather has been insane this week. It's been hard to really live in the moment, let alone the past.

But now, I finally have a minute to breathe, and to process everything that's happened to me not only in the past week but the past four amazing years at NYU and in New York. I've had so many incredible experiences in this city that were facilitated by my presence at NYU, and for that I'll be forever grateful. Heck, I wouldn't have met Krystal were it not for NYU housing me in Greenwich Village — I creepily DM'd her on Instagram about how we had all the same favorite spots until she had to be my friend, ha! I will miss my friends who are moving away to start the next part of their life. Some have been offered jobs already, someone is becoming a Cultural Care Au Pair so they can travel and earn some money and some have decided to continue with education in another place. At least I still have plenty of friends that are still near me.

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So, in no particular order, here are a few of my Friday favorites, college edition:

Skipping every Welcome Week event freshman year in favor of taking the train everywhere and always walking home — that's how I learned both the grid and subway system!
When my dear friend Cynthia waddled into my room before the first day of classes, swathed in a blanket, sat down on the ground, and said, "We have to go to class tomorrow…and I have to figure out the rest of my LIFE tomorrow!" I think you still have some time, Cynthia 🙂
Posting a picture of Karlie Kloss's Milk Bar cookie and getting a like from Karlie herself, which then spurred a huge influx of other likes on said photo!
New York sunsets. Enough said.
Sitting on the real Friends couch at a pop-up in Soho
My first trip to Harlem, which put me a mere few blocks away from where I'd eventually (and currently!) live!
My first — and last — Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Taking part in all the amazing activism that originates in Washington Square Park, aka my college campus
Finding the best lunches around town
This feeling.
Train trips up the eastern seaboard to visit spots like Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom
THIS FEELING. (*starts singing The Schuyler Sisters*)
Study abroad in Paris! This was such a beautiful time — but it was also so hard adjusting to life in a different country, without many friends, not speaking the language, while life goes on without you at home. More on that another time, though!
Seeing time change — our favorite corner in 2016 on the Fourth of July and 2018, on graduation day

There are so many more moments, but I'll spare you for now. Just a reminder to anyone going through anything at the moment: don't be afraid to look back. Make time for it. It matters. But also, always keep looking forward — there will be better things on the horizon.

Have a great weekend!

OUTFIT DETAILS: Sezane dress (gifted) // Cafune bag // Self Portrait heels

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Photos by Nora Varcho

May 17, 2018 — No Comments

hello from london

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Greetings from London!

I landed late last night but I can already tell, from running along the Regents Canal this morning, that this is going to be an amazing trip. I haven't been back to London since 2014 actually and while that trip was very much about fitting in all the tourist-y things one could fit, I'm really looking forward to striking the right local balance this time around -- hitting up all the spots that my good friend Heather (and now Londoner) has been meaning to try on her list. The brief I gave her was essentially, "Let's pretend each day I'm here is a Saturday and we'll plan accordingly."

So far, so good. We squeezed in a 3 mile run this morning before stopping off at the top of Primrose Hill for a beautiful view of the city, London Eye and all, and we'll be shopping around today (yours truly is itching for a Burberry trench coat). We have trivia night lined up tonight at a local pub, the V&A later this week, parties to hit up on Saturday for Meghan and Harry's big day and we even managed to snag tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for Sunday (SOMEBODY PINCH ME!!!).

If you have any London recommendations, please send them my way! I always love hearing your city tips! And don't forget to follow along on Insta Stories. On that note, we're heading out soon to enjoy the sunny weather today. Hope you're all having a great week so far and thanks so much for reading!

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OUTFIT DETAILS: Finders Keepers top (gifted, similar style here) // 3X1 jeans // Cafune bag // Tibi heels // Showroad hoops

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Photos by Nora Varcho

May 15, 2018 — No Comments

aisle style: an american princess

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May 9, 2018 — No Comments

spring overalls

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a case for wearing things again (and again)

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Just the other day, I received a DM from a reader that really got me thinking. Her message said this:

"You know what I love about your blog/style...unlike a lot of bloggers, you actually re-wear your pieces. I'm more likely to buy something that I've seen someone wear a lot than an item they wore once."

Seems like a simple concept, right? After all, the universe is expanding all the time, but unfortunately, unless you happen to be a Kardashian, your closet isn't. (I may have stolen that line from a Manhattan Mini Storage ad, but shhh...don't tell anyone).

But the more I think about it, the more I realize I, too, have felt this pressure, this NEED perhaps, to show something NEW all the time either here on my site or on my Instagram channel. We're talking to the point where, full disclosure, I've felt a pang of "ohhh...maybe I shouldn't be showing something I bought a few years ago because it's not currently for sale anymore." It's a fleeting moment, before I eventually put on said item and I realize, I just like the way it looks with my outfit and shrug it off just the same. It's an exhausting consumerism game -- and I both willingly feed into it and sometimes resent it, if I'm being completely honest.

Having been a content creator of some sort for the past 8 years, I've been forced to really evaluate a lot of my spending habits on clothes and accessories -- after all, they're directly tied to my livelihood and I need to make a case for it all to my accountant come April 15th each year. So it's perhaps only natural to see this as a catch-22. One one hand, I love sharing new discoveries with you guys, whether it's a pair of investment designer shoes or an affordable on-trend brand and on the other hand, I just like sharing outfit inspiration that hopefully helps you shop your own closet a bit more -- pulling similar (but not exact) pieces of your own. I suppose it's all a fine balance, one that gets joked about amongst bloggers (the line 'I have nothing NEW to shoot' gets thrown out there a lot), but the older I get and the more I realize my West Village studio has VERY limited storage space, I'd much rather see things I LOVE in that space, rather than things I feel are just there for me to shoot.

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Given the nature of what I do, I fully recognize the influx of new items I get is probably more than the average woman my age and income bracket, but whenever possible, I'll always try to show how I incorporate those items over and over again, hopefully in new and exciting ways for you guys to recreate yourselves.

All of this is to say, here's a white skirt I got earlier last year. It was gifted to me from Ted Baker for a project and I've styled it many different ways over the past few weeks. It's no longer available, but there's the beauty of a classic piece like this. It's a staple -- and the structure and silhouette of it are what make it unique and fun to style over and over again.

OUTFIT DETAILS: SuiStudio blazer (gifted) // Ted Baker skirt (gifted, similar style here) // Hunter boots // Marine Layer hat (from last season, love this boater hat here) // Vintage Chanel earrings

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Photos by Nora Varcho

May 2, 2018 — No Comments

upstate weekend with hunter

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so the invite says black tie

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friday favorites: a weekend away

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uptown girl

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my favorite summer movies

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how I find all my midi dresses and skirts

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how to be kinder to yourself

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Today's post is a literal downer. And hopefully, an upper too.

All in the legal, law-abiding sense, of course. This is a style and travel site after all -- no drug peddling here.

So, what if I were to tell you, not everyone on the internet is happy all the time? What if I were to also tell you everyone smiling, laughing and taking ferris wheel pictures at Coachella wasn't feeling 100% their best selves in every shot? And what if I were to tell you, that's completely fine?

I'd be lying if I didn't feel like somewhat of a fraud here -- after all, I'm in the business of taking my photograph every day, to showcase an outfit, a favorite spot in New York that makes me smile and, in essence, my life. And generally, speaking it's mainly the positive parts of my life that I share -- partially because it brings me joy to share them, and partially because it's easier to share a public victory than a defeat.

Where am I going with all of this? I'm generally a pretty positive person and up until the end of my 20s and now early 30s, I still struggle with the fact I beat myself up quite a bit for not feeling this way ALL THE TIME. After experiencing a few personal set backs recently, namely a reoccurrence of hormonal acne triggered by one fateful Plan B pill, I've decided I have to be kinder to myself, as simple and yet as hard as it sounds. Honestly, I think it's something most people struggle with -- we extend the least amount of grace to ourselves.

Here's what I've done lately to be kinder to myself, in hopes it helps you guys, too.

Show yourself some compassion: Think of the things you would tell a friend if they were feeling down about something. Think of how you would empathize with and comfort them. What would you say to them? What would you do for them? Now, try telling yourself these same things. Remind yourself that it's OK to feel this way, that it's natural to feel this way and to ALLOW yourself to feel this way.[/half][/row]

2. Perspective. Finding perspective is tricky, isn't it? If anything, sometimes when you get too much of it, you end up feeling worse, right? Suddenly, all my first world problems seem trivial when you put them in context of the world's problems. But the point isn't to undermine how you're feeling -- it's to help you realize that like most things, what you're experiencing, will pass. And if it passes with an outcome that's not what you were hoping for, there's a path from there, too.

3. Wallow, but don't dwell: Sometimes, when you're feeling down, whether you're frustrated or sad or feeling stuck, while getting to the root of the problem and subsequent solution is extremely important, it's just as monumental to allow yourself TO FEEL it. Maybe that's tears. Maybe that's talking about it with a good friend. Maybe that's indulging in sad movies. Whatever it is that helps you release, then allow yourself to release. Think of this frustration you're feeling as a limited resource that will eventually be tapped. Allow yourself a certain amount of time to do so and keep moving.

4. Volunteer. I've said this before and I'll say it again, sometimes the best and ONLY way to forget your problems, is to focus on helping someone else with theirs. Distraction in it's purest form.

5. Exercise. Whether that's a fun class you love taking, a long run or just taking the long route home, I find I'm much kinder to myself after I've exhausted my body a bit. It's a great release.

6. Plan a week of healthy meals. This is a relatively new step for me, as I typically plan my dinner an hour or so before. But there's something to be said about knowing I have a week's worth of healthy meals in the fridge that take the guesswork out of my evening. I feel much more satiated and satisfied, without the guilt of dining out.

7. Pick an indulgent thing that makes you happy -- go out and do it! For me, I love trying on expensive things that I know I'll never buy -- just to see what they look like on. It's silly and indulgent and it makes me smile.

How about you guys? How are you showing yourself more kindness?