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January 4, 2016 — 18 Comments

woody & diane

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Dress: Sonia H (c/o); Shoes: Manolo Blahnik; Coat: French Connection; Sunglasses: Celine; Bag: Chanel; Watch: Movado
One of my all-time favorite films set in New York City is Woody Allen's 1979 "Manhattan." His dry, self-deprecating humor has never been more on point. Diane Keaton is as bitingly intelligent as she is beautiful. And this scene at Sutton Square and Sutton Place overlooking the Queensboro Bridge gets me every time, with "Someone to Watch Over Me" playing softly in the background.
It's what perfect nights in New York are made of.
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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January 1, 2016 — 17 Comments

the 15 of 2015

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1. An Oscar Moment // 2. Blue Crush {in Cynthia Rowley} // 3. No Sleep 'Till Brooklyn // 4. Empire State of Mind // 5. The Rat Pack {The Cromwell} // 6. Live Your Adventure {parts 1, 2 and 3} // 7. A New York Minute with MM.LaFleur // 8. These Boots Were Made For... // 9. 9 to 5 Style: 1 Vest, 3 Ways {with Intermix} // 10. Sleep No More {And Other NYC Bucket List Moments} // 11. Blushing in Jonathan Simkhai // 12. The Catcher in the Rye // 13. The California Line // 14. If/Then // 15. Perfectly Imperfect
And in no particular order, I give you some of my favorite photos of 2015, 15 to be exact, each one representing a cherished moment from this past year. And after reviewing these together, I've noticed a few things are pretty certain: First, I love a good twirl moment. Second, my hair has gotten so long! Third, 2015 was all about location for me and New York definitely has some of the best backdrops around. And lastly, I love any and every excuse to dress up. But who doesn't, really?
What are some of your favorites from this past year? Any that I missed?
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December 31, 2015 — No Comments

live your adventure {part 3: how the west was won}

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On Krystal (first outfit): Dress: Cynthia Rowley (borrowed); Hat: Gladys Tamez; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban
On Krystal (running outfit): Top: Eddie Bauer; Leggings: Eddie Bauer; Shoes: Nike
On Krystal (second outfit): Dress: Tryb (borrwed); Boots: Isabel Marant (from a few seasons ago, similar style here); Sunglasses: Ray-Ban
On Lydia (running outfit): Tank: Eddie Bauer; Leggings: Eddie Bauer; Shoes: Converse; Bag: Ona
Forward Note: If you want to see more photos, simply click "Read More" below the text here.
Part Three: How the West Was Won

If you're just joining our Utah adventure now, you can catch PART ONE here and PART TWO here. And if you're up to speed, you'll be happy to know, I was saving the best, the coup, the piece de resistance of the trip, for the very last installment. This installment. The final chapter, in which our heroes stumble upon great heights, narrow caves and enchanted forests.
The scene: Ironically enough, the catalyst for this Utah road trip wasn't actually in Utah at all. It was in Arizona. The very southern border of Utah and northern part of Arizona to be exact, at one of the outer rims of the Grand Canyon National Park: Horseshoe Bend, which you can see in the photo above here. I've seen plenty photos of this particular bend in the Colorado River before, each one looking almost more fake than the last. Mother Nature has a funny affinity for things like that, huh? Where you almost could swear there's no way something was made like that naturally, especially over the course of many, many years and just by wind and water erosion alone. It's mind boggling and humbling. And terrifying when you're standing on the very edge looking down at it, holding your breath all the while. Occasionally, a strong warm gust of wind would come alone, reminding Lydia and I to take a few steps back. A cautionary note: there are no handrails. So step lightly.
It's a short trail hike out to the river bend overlook, no more than a mile from the highway, and it was incredibly hot when we set out on that particular day in September. A dry heat I hadn't experienced since my summers in Reno. And much like many of the great Grand Canyon overlook points, it doesn't fully hit you until you're standing on the ledge looking out and down over it. Personally, it took my breath away and all I wanted to do, for about a half hour, was sit on a rocky edge and just be next to it. And listen to everything and simultaneously, nothing at all. 
Horseshoe Bend happens to be near another popular natural attraction, that being Antelope Canyon, which we headed to afterward and I highly recommend if you ever find yourself passing through Page, Arizona, you do the same. We opted for a late afternoon tour, which I think made for some incredible golden light for our photos (see the second photo above). What is Antelope Canyon? It's another incredible water creation -- flash flooding to be exact -- this one forming a narrow slot canyon with steep vertical walls that wind and curve in a maze-like fashion. We roamed through the northern part of the canyons with Navajo tour guides leading the way, all the while feeling like kids who stumbled upon this secret hidden world, nestled amongst the desert sandstone. Occasionally, light from overhead would creep through at just the right angle, casting some of the most incredible rays and shadows I've ever seen. 
As for the forest shots you see here? This part of the trip was actually quite unplanned. For our last full day in Utah, we were driving back up north to finally settle in Salt Lake City before flying out the following morning. Along the way, we meandered through Sundance Mountain Resort (right outside Provo, Utah), at the recommendation of our Air B&B host, and I'm so glad we did. Taking the Alpine Loop (route 92), we wove in and out of the Unita National Forest, just at the precise moment when you can feel the shift from summer to fall. Crisp and golden. And the perfect convertible-top-down opportunity, which you better believe we took full advantage of. The perfect bookend to a wonderful, dusty, open-road roaming trip -- one that this traveler won't be forgetting anytime soon.
Huge thanks again to the Eddie Bauer team for collaborating with us on this trip! It certainly was an adventure that came at just the right time.

Photos by Lydia Hudgens

This post was in collaboration with Eddie Bauer. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 29, 2015 — 16 Comments

live your adventure {part 2: the heist}

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First outfit: Tank top: Anine Bing; Jeans: True Religion; Boots: Isabel Marant (from a few seasons ago, but similar style here); Bandana: H&M; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban
Second outfit: Tank top: Eddie Bauer; Leggings: Eddie Bauer; Shoes: Nike
Third outfit: Tank top: Anine Bing; Skirt: Lord & Taylor (similar style here); Hat: Gladys Tamez; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban; Necklace: Jennifer Zeuner
Forward Note: If you want to see more photos, simply click "Read More" below the text here...

Part Two: The Heist, AKA, Where Our Heroes Take the Money and Run

If you're just joining our Utah adventure now, you can see PART ONE here. If you're up to speed, welcome! Kick your feet up and stay a while. Here's where it gets good.
The scene: So where were we? The middle of Utah with spotty access to GPS, but we had our sights set on visiting all 5 National Parks in the state: Arches, Canyonlands, Bryce, Zion and Capitol Reef. Lofty, yes, but luckily, we had our trusty Mustang and a lot of good music to listen (and sing along) to.
Up until then, I had never been to Utah but I truly don't think there's a better way to describe Utah than looking at just how vastly different each of it's National Parks are. Where one boasts dramatic red rock vistas, with an almost lunar-like aesthetic, the next can be heavily forested, with classic goldenrod fall colors, classically picturesque to say the least. Utah is just as serenely beautiful as it is oddly mesmerizing, the landscape changing in just the matter of a few hours drive -- one of the biggest reasons I fell in love with it immediately. 
My personal favorite? Zion, hands down, which you can see in the photos where I'm wearing workout gear here. For those of you who have been to Yosemite before, there's something about Zion that reminded me our great Northern California park. Vast, majestic, nestled amongst towering peaks, rolling forested hills and cascading waterfalls off stark, dizzingly high cliffs. And then there are the Narrows. 
The minute our Air B&B host brought up the Narrows, I started a Google Image frenzy. And for good reason. It's breathtaking. It's a hike that follows the north fork of the Virgin River, stretching for about 4 miles, and for about a third of it, the river runs canyon wall to canyon wall, meaning, yep, you get right into the river. Water levels depend largely on recent rainfall so it's highly encouraged that you check with park officials before heading out, as flash floods can, and do, happen often.
Lydia didn't join me for this part of the trip, so I embarked out on my own. And in a weird way, I was happy to. Not many folks were out on the river that day -- and after about 20 minutes of heading upstream, I was completely alone, this small little speck next to canyon walls that reached vertically as high as 100 feet at times. To say it was humbling would be an understatement, especially as the sun started to set, the light changing rapidly around me, with only the occasional bird passing overhead. It was a quiet I had never experience before. And while I was hiking, I kept thinking of Edward Abbey's "Desert Solitaire." Admittedly, he wrote the book while he was serving as a ranger at Arches National Park, not Zion, but the sentiment of this particular work of his still rings true, especially this quote:
"Wilderness is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirt."
After heading upstream for about an hour, I turned around to meet Lydia again and make our way back to our comfortable room back in town. But not before vowing to myself to visit more National Parks in 2016. 

Photos by Lydia Hudgens
This post was in collaboration with Eddie Bauer. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 28, 2015 — 14 Comments

live your adventure {part 1: the great escape}

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On Krystal (denim outfit): Shirt: Eddie Bauer; Shorts: Levis; Boots: Steve Madden; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban; Bandana: H&M
On Krystal (yoga outfit): Tank and leggings: Eddie Bauer
On Nicole (yoga outfit): Tank and leggings: Eddie Bauer
On Lydia (yoga outfit): Shirt, leggings and jacket: Eddie Bauer
On Krystal (white dress): Dress: Tryb (borrowed); Boots: Steve Madden
Forward note: If you want to see more photos, simply click "Read More" at the end of the text here...

Part One: The Great Escape in Which Our City-Weary Heroes Take the Road
The travelers: Two city slickers hailing from New York, one part photographer, one part adventurer, two parts curious and itching to stretch their driving legs on open roads and see sunsets over mountain ranges they hadn't seen before. You know, making Thelma and Louise proud, minus the whole driving a perfectly good rental car over a cliff. Their accomplices? Two California love birds (a Bonnie and Clyde reference seems apropos, no?) collecting on that much-needed break from the 9 to 5 in Silicon Valley, and ready to hit 95 (mph that is). 
The scene: The roads (and trails) of Utah.
The mission: To not utter the word "no" in the face of the open road.
The trusty steed: One wild-spirited Mustang (convertible).
As 2015 is perhaps too quickly coming to a close, it only seems fitting that I share one of my favorite trips of the year, that being one epic road trip through Utah, over the next few days. It came at a time, as most good road trips do, when I desperately needed an escape. And escape we did. From city-life. From standstill traffic. From work. From obligations. From emails (sorta). From all the things that somehow always find a way of sneaking in even when you think you've shut all the doors and windows. And mail slots. Darn mail slots.
What were we looking for? That content sigh of relief when you realize your biggest decisions for the day are what classic rock band do we want to listen to next in the car? (Stones, Doors and Beatles didn't disappoint.) Or what arch should we do sunrise salutations at? (Broken Arch in Arches National Park.) Or my personal favorite, how do you set the darn cruise control on this thing? (We never quite figured that out -- although we loved our Mustang just the same.) 
So what did we find? Tune in tomorrow for PART TWO: The Heist. Until then, click through to see more photos from Arches National Park and Canyonlands. 

Photos by Lydia Hudgens
This post was in collaboration with Eddie Bauer. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 25, 2015 — 13 Comments

christmas at rockefeller center

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Jacket: Mooseknuckles; Shirt: Frank & Eileen; Jeans: DL 1961; Boots: Stuart Weitzman; Sunglasses: Celine
Short and sweet today -- hope you all have a merry little Christmas, loves!

Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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December 24, 2015 — 6 Comments

breakfast at bergdorf’s

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Coat: MM. LaFleur; Dress: French Connection; Shirt: French Connection; Boots: Celine; Choker: Net-A-Porter packaging ribbon; Bag: Chanel; Lips: Marc Jacobs "Amazing"; Lotion: Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Fragrance Free
Since we're sharing our favorite holiday traditions this week, I wanted to continue my winter adventure series with Vaseline along for another Christmastime treat: the department store window displays.
You've heard me say it before, but when it comes to Christmas in New York, there's only one way to describe it and that's magic. Especially when strolling anywhere along 5th Avenue near The Plaza Hotel and all of the department stores with their elaborate window displays. This year, I opted to skip the heavy nighttime crowds and headed to Bergdorf's with Lydia around 9am. It was quiet and peaceful -- like being alone in a really pretty toy store.
Have you checked out the window displays this year? Which ones are your favorites? (I especially loved the amethyst window at Bergdorf's -- mainly because it's my birthstone!)
Merry Christmas Eve! 

This post was in collaboration with Vaseline. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!

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December 23, 2015 — 13 Comments

an evening at the nutcracker {with whbm}

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On Krystal: Dress: White House Black Market; Shoes: Kate Spade; Bag: Chanel; Sunglasses: Celine; Lips: Marc Jacobs "Amazing"
On Heather: Dress: White House Black Market; Shoes: Nine West (similar style here); Belt: Celine (vintage); Bag: Vintage; Bracelet: Miansai
If you remember from our San Francisco days, Heather and I love a night out. And when one of your best girlfriends happens to love trying new restaurants and heading to the theater as much as you do, then you definitely make a tradition out of it.
She and I have covered a lot of ground when it comes to Broadway shows here in the city, but now that she officially lives here in NYC (insert excited fist pump here), we've been looking for new seasonal traditions we can start together. And with one of the most magical seasons here in the city already upon us, we had our sights set on The Nutcracker.
While I've seen the performance many times growing up, I've never had the pleasure of seeing it here in New York and especially not by the New York City Ballet Company, and definitely not at Lincoln Center, which has to be one of my favorite places to visit at night, when it's twinkling and alive. Folks bustling in and out in their theater finest, furs and wool coats bundling them from the wind, as the promise of art and culture and music awaits them.
As for the performance itself, it was just as magical as I remembered it. From the Sugar Plum Fairies to the Nutcracker's defeat of the Rat King, I literally couldn't stop grinning the entire time. The minute the lights dimmed, I could feel myself getting giddy, as the orchestra came to life. There's something to be said about feeling like a kid again from time to time (or as often as you can get away with it, if you ask me!). Plus, it was extra special seeing families of all ages enjoying the evening as well, with so many kids dressed up in their Sunday best.
As for our Sunday best? Well Heather and I also don't mess around when we're stepping out on the town. An evening like this called for a little black tie somethin' somethin' -- her in a dramatic, just the right amount of hugging gown and me, in a twirl-worthy, Hepburn number -- both by White House Black Market.
And in case you're still scrambling for gifts today (like me) make sure to check out White House Black Market's gift guide this season -- a little bit of everything for the important women in your life! Or perhaps you're still looking for a New Year's Eve dress, in which case I think this little frock needs to see midnight soon on someone!
This post was in collaboration with White House Black Market. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 
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December 22, 2015 — 13 Comments

those new york moments

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Coat: French Connection; Turtleneck: Ted Baker; Jeans: DL 1961; Beanie: Jennifer Behr; Sunglasses: Celine; Bag: Saint Laurent; Boots: Stuart Weitzman
Alright, remember all that celebrating we were doing just a few weeks ago, amazed at how warm it was in New York (and hence our love/hate relationship with global warming continues)? Well, it officially feels like winter now. Big coats are coming out. I'm stocking up on an unhealthy amount of tights. And those dreaded double door entries are finally up to prevent you from being that "jerk" that dared to open the front door of the restaurant and let a nasty draft in.
But you know what? I'm excited! I mean, yes. I'm well aware I'm probably going to regret that previous statement come February and March, but for right now, winter carries a lot of promise. The promise of Christmas magic, the promise of tighter embraces from loved ones, the promise of your breath hovering over your conversation like thick, dancing fog.
And there's no place I'd rather be to take it all in than Central Park. Especially if ice skating happens to be involved. I headed out earlier last week for my first skate of the season in the park and was greeted by holiday crowds of families and friends, laughing, twirling and yes, falling (yours truly included!). It made me think of that scene in Serendipity where Kate Beckinsale and John Cusack (swoon!) head out for a late night ice skating session when they first meet, albeit they headed to Rockefeller Center, but that's beside the point. They were talking about their favorite New York moments and Cusack (swoon, again) mentioned (in regards to their date), "This one sure is climbing the charts."
While I didn't have a Cusack with me (last swoon, I promise), I did enjoy a quintessential New York afternoon in the park, one of those that seemed straight out of a movie. A brisk walk from The Plaza, laughing with friends and possibly chasing Big Bird (true story).
And with the spirit of the season meaning we're inevitably going to be bearing the elements (as much as we don't want to sometimes), I'm stepping up my winter skin care prep. I didn't realize how serious New Yorkers get about this, but trust me, they're neither kidding nor messing around. After just a few days of bitter, biting winds, my hands have taken a beating and started to crack. I've since started lathering myself with Vaseline's Intensive Care Advanced Repair Fragrance Free right after I get out of the shower and pat dry it in to really let it absorb. I'll then throw it in my bag (along with a pair of flats) before I head out for the day, in case I need little pick me ups from time to time.
So when my Cusack does come along, I'll have soft hands for him to hold. 😉 But I won't make him track down my phone number in some obscure book that I sold to a used book store. Kate, seriously?! What were you thinking?
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This post was in collaboration with Vaseline. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 21, 2015 — 18 Comments

7 habits that have made me a {slightly more} effective person

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Jacket: Alexander McQueen (similar style here); Dress: French Connection (recently picked up in store, not online, but similar style here); Boots: Celine; Bag: Mansur Gavriel; Sunglasses: Celine
When I was much younger, I had several stints working at my dad's law firm. I would answer phones, file legal documents and well, if we're being super honest, do my homework (but hey, he couldn't really get upset with me for that!). During that time, I recall answering the phones having to say, "Good morning, Bick Law Offices..." and feeling a sense of ownership almost, like it could actually by my law office, too someday. The only difference being, now I have a lot more technical experience (that comes with having your own blog too). I would often think about how I could take the firm to new heights and develop new plans and strategies to create business awareness and try and generate new leads and customers. Knowing what I know now, I wish I could have been able to steer my father in the right direction in doing some of the same, such as having a better website built for him, and just overall create better marketing strategies for the future. I'm not saying I would have been able to do this for him solely on my own, but like I said, I'd be able to steer him to the likes of https://serp.co/services/marketing/lawyers/ or other websites that offer law firm marketing services so he'd be able to gain some more online recognition, because after all - business is digital now, no matter what business!
Much to my dad's chagrin (or perhaps joy?), the law school pipe dream never panned out. But that didn't stop me from cooking up other ways to start my own business, which is where This Time Tomorrow comes in. I remember starting this blog years ago on a whim, namely because I was bored one afternoon and had The Kinks song "This Time Tomorrow" stuck in my head. But also because I love to write. And take photos. And connect over stories. The sheer fact I can make a small business out of that is incredibly exciting and yet humbling -- it's come with it's own fair share of difficulties, obstacles and challenges.
It should be noted: I, by no means have it all figured out, especially when it comes to juggling full-time jobs. But, after more than my fair share of trial and error, I've developed a few go-to tricks to manage my time and my business efficiently. Whether you blog as well or are thinking about taking the general leap into entrepreneurship yourself or perhaps you're balancing a full-time job with side passion projects, hopefully there's a little bit of wisdom here in my rambling...
1. Google Docs, baby: I literally live in Google Docs, which I can blame on working at Google for years, but in all honesty, it's kept me sane and organized, so I'm not complaining. The key is figuring out a system that works for you and sticking to it.
My main Google Doc that I work out of (a meaty little spreadsheet), has multiple tabs in it: one for pending projects, with deadlines, contact emails, status update nodes and SOW PDFs. In another tab, I have my monthly editorial calendar flushed out, with deliverables and published content noted for each day, with shoots that I have set up with Lydia noted, with buffer time noted for her turnaround time. And in another tab, I keep a running list of all story ideas from recent brainstorms, organized by vertical: beauty, travel, style and lifestyle, with shoot locations associated with each. Lastly, the most time-sensitive one, is my invoices tab, with all outgoing pending invoices, the date sent, the noted turnaround time for payment and the date payment is received.
It all might sound a little OCD, but I do love being able to go back through just one hub to easily find all the project details I need. In short, there's nothing I hate more than having to dig through long, cluttered email threads to find that one #hashtag or deadline.
2. Square Cash: Recenty, I've been on a mission to improve my finances. I opened a savings account, have been looking to buy mtn shares, and have been looking to improve the way I run the financial side of my freelance business. And since we're on the topic of invoices and making that cheddar, let's talk about how to go about getting paid. As someone who's exhausted all mobile payment methods, I've been really pleased with Square Cash namely because it deposits directly to your bank account (without that additional step of transferring money over from your balance yourself). I've been relying pretty heavily on this to pay my photographers directly and have even started invoicing clients/brands this way. Plus, I really appreciate good, intuitive UX design and Square Cash, I think you've nailed it.
3. Podcasts: While I love a good playlist to make me super productive during heads down time at my computer, I'm a junkie for podcasts, especially ones known for their storytelling, which I think is a great writing inspiration source. I find that the blogs I tend to gravitate toward as a reader, I can relate to their writing on a personal level, almost as if I'm sitting there next to them at a cafe, just as a friend would. Podcasts like Serial or The Moth remind me that the key to good storytelling and understanding your audience, isn't necessarily to impress them with how well you can string a sentence together. It's more about finding the humanity in everything and making it real. Making it raw. And making it relevant. Easier said than done, of course, but I find that these podcasts have helped me hone my storytelling abilities over the years.
4. Lists: I love lists. Lists. Lists. Lists. If there's one fool-proof way to get me to remember something, it's to write it down. I picked this up during my time working at several newspapers and magazines a few years ago, where I'd write down quotes or facts about a story I was working on. I was never without a notepad and pen. And not much has changed today. I'll write down excerpts from books that I like, names of songs that I hear when I'm out and about, intersection cross streets for possible shoot locations. You get the picture.

5. Meeting agendas: This is something Google has taught me -- if you really want to get the most out of everyone involved in a meeting, send out a detailed agenda and ideal takeaways/outcomes at least a full day before hand. That way, you set expectations accordingly, you give everyone a chance to prepare and hit the ground running once you start the meeting and there's a common end goal that everyone can agree on. It may sound like a lot of structure, but I've noticed even sending it out before meetings with some photographers or brands, it's helped keep our 30 minute time slot on task, with solid action items at the end.
6. Quarterly goals: Alas, another trait I've picked up at a large tech company. In short, we all make yearly goals, especially around this time of year with 2016 around the corner. But I love making quarterly goals, which I've done at all my teams at Google. As long as you have a big picture goal, making shorter team, quantifiable targets, you can start etching away and immediately see progress. This can range from the personal (like finally signing up for those piano lessons) to more business driven (like increasing social channel engagement by X%) -- as long as you have specific projects that funnel up to these goals, you have your work cut out for you. Just be realistic with yourself and what you can reasonably take on -- and add a tiny bit on top of that. If it doesn't make you slightly uncomfortably excited, you should set a bigger goal!
7. Extracurricular reading: I know what you're thinking, how does adding additional reading help give me time back? Personally, I know when I do a little morning and evening reading for just me and no one else, I feel much more balanced and ready to tackle the day. In the morning, around 6am (after a quick glance through email to make sure there are no fires), I'll sit down with coffee and read through the following: top CNN stories, the op-eds in The New York Times and my Skimm newsletter. In the evening, I try to have two books that I'll rotate through at the same time. One for pleasure and one for personal growth/business savvy. Currently on my nightstand, I have Miranda July's The First Bad Man for the former and Phil Barden's Decoded for the latter.
What are some of your habits that you've found make you more effective? Do share!
Photos by Lydia Hudgens

This post was in partnership with Square Cash. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 18, 2015 — 12 Comments

from the rooftops {holiday soirée with absolut x hoppr}

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While I may not quite consider myself the most "domestic" person around, I do love to throw a little party from time to time. It gives me a chance to stretch my decorating legs, plan out playlists, get just the right appetizers (most of which I usually purchase from Murray's Cheese and/or Whole Foods) and pick out a fun venue space. In fact, I think in another life, I wouldn't mind being a party planner (read: NOT wedding planner).
But my favorite part? Getting a gaggle of my best girlfriends together for some much needed catch up time over cocktails. Granted with the holidays already upon us, it's gotten harder and harder to squeeze in time with everyone, between traveling and work and well, life. This is where the mobile site Hoppr by Absolut comes in.
Similar to a dating site, where you match up with people when there's a mutual swipe ;), Hoppr connects party goers with party throwers (and visa versa), in an effort to mix up guest lists. When you register, you connect your profile with your Facebook account, so it's a fun way to see common connections/friends of friends pop up as possible attendees that you may not have thought of inviting in the first place. Think of it as mixers of yesteryear. 
And this past week? I gave it a shot! On my rooftop to be exact, which worked out perfectly given the unseasonably warm weather we've been having in New York City lately. I opted for a more casual, bohemian feel (because let's face it, our feet are worn out from all those holiday heels lately), and layered some of my favorite rugs and throws for a late afternoon picnic vibe. Bonus points for: our bottles of limited edited Absolut doubling as decor -- silver and electric blue -- and these beautiful floral centerpieces thanks to BloomThat (which I handed out as parting gifts at the end of the evening).
We snacked on Humbolt Fog and Truffle Tremor (two of my all time favorite cheeses), watched the sunset blaze the sky above the Empire State Building and listened to more than our fair share of Leon Bridges. As for the drink of choice? An easy and refreshing Moscow Mule, my go-to vodka drink, recipe below:
Squeeze 1/2 ounce of lime juice into a copper Moscow Mule mug (or a Collins glass works, too), and drop in the spent shell
Add 2-3 ice cubes
Pour in 2 ounces of Absolut Original Vodka
Pour in 4-6 ounces of ginger beer
Serve with a stirring rod

This post was in partnership with Absolut. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! Enjoy responsibly. 

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December 16, 2015 — 15 Comments

the rat pack {the cromwell}

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Just a heads up for this post: There are A LOT more photos to see. Simply click "read more" below the text here to see the rest. And trust me, you'll want to see the rest.
As someone who's originally from Nevada (Northern Nevada to be exact), I've always had this love/hate relationship with Vegas growing up. Albeit, hate is a strong word. Perhaps it's more of a distaste? A moderate disliking? An indisputable intolerance?
Don't get me wrong. There's a love side to this relationship, too. Ever since I was young, I've logged plenty of family vacations down to Vegas, numerous road trips with friends for college football games (go UNR!) and have even had the occasional drunken gambling spree with girlfriends when we were passing through after a jaunt to the Grand Canyon. I don't think I could argue with the statement: Vegas doesn't disappoint for a good time.
But then the third day in town hits. And I usually wonder (with a pang of a hangover headache settling in), "OK, should I pack up now?"
I think I can pinpoint this to a few things. First, as much as I love playing Blackjack and a few kitschy slot machines, I hate losing money and will usually bow out once I've lost $50 (which happens pretty quickly). This is why when I am back home, I try to stick to playing games with a no deposit bonus, like the ones featured in this Handpicked Casino Bonuses guide. This way I get to hold on to my money for a little longer.
Second, I like to mix things up when I'm on vacation. There's something about just staying inside a casino or a hotel the entire time that gives me cabin fever (which for the most part, a lot of my past Vegas trips have been centered around just hopping from casino to casino). This is why sometimes, when I actually want to play some casino games, I will opt to play them online instead and head over to fb88 bet for win for a bit of gambling fun from the comfort of home.
Do not get me wrong, I definitely wish there was something I could do to improve my gambling skills! My poker face definitely needs some work. One of my best friends loves online casinos and she has recommended that I should try playing some Pkv Games. There is so much choice nowadays if online gambling is more your thing. Practicing online before hitting up a land-based casino is a great way to learn the ropes too. What do you think, do you enjoy online casinos?
So where am I going with all of this? Well, this rambling preamble is simply to say: after this last trip, my mind has changed about Vegas. Drastically.

So what changed you ask? For starters, our hotel made all of the difference. I, along with a handful of other bloggers and influencers, was invited out to experience The Cromwell, a new boutique hotel that recently opened on the Strip, directly across from Caesar's Palace. You're probably wondering, as I was at first, what difference is a boutique hotel going to make, if you're still on the Strip?
Let me put it this way: even with the ringing, buzzing and dinging of the casino floor, I didn't quite feel like I was in Vegas anymore. Instead of the typical dimly lit, "I-can't-tell-what-time-it-is-outside" feel, there are windows letting daylight in. Their casino floor bar, Bound, harkens to Vegas lounge bars of yesteryear (with zero gambling inside it and a rotating lineup of musicians on hand). Instead of a cloud of cigarette smoke, there's a faint hint of cologne. And the decor. Oh, man, the decor. One part gentleman's parlor, one part lady luck and a whole lot of whimsy (some rooms even had pinball machines in them).
Oh, it also doesn't hurt that Giada has her one and only namesake restaurant in the hotel and let me tell you, her monthly wine dinner pairing is not to be missed.
As for the rest of our stay? I think it made me see Vegas with fresh eyes. We hopped around to different museums and art galleries, including the Martin Lawrence Art Gallery (which boasts the likes of original Warhols and Picassos) and the newly opened Neon Museum (home to all the old neon strip signs of years gone by -- incredibly cool!). And for our last evening in town, we rode The Highroller (the large ferris wheel seen in the first photo), which is actually 100 feet taller than the London Eye and even includes a mini bar in some of the pods (because you know, when in Vegas).
It should also be noted that I now know how to play craps thanks to a very patient instructor at The Cromwell. I think I might stick to Blackjack still, but it never hurts to switch things up, right? Playing Blackjack just comes easily to me so it makes sense to stick to it. Once you get the hang of it, it should come easily to you to. You might want to simulate your strategy and make sure you're performing at your best before you play with big money. I just find Blackjack a little more thrilling than any other game and I always have a good time, even if I lose money.
All in all, there's something undeniably happening in Vegas right now -- a little renaissance almost with more culture and renowned restaurants opening up that reminds me of what it might have been like in years gone by when Sinatra, Bogart and Martin were prowling the town. A return to glamour. A return to glitz. A return to magic.
Huge thanks again to The Cromwell for hosting me! I think it's safe to say, I'll be back in town soon! And huge thanks to my fellow companions on the trip. I couldn't have asked for a better Rat Pack to hit the town with.
Photos by the very talented photographers in our group: Derrick Freske, Adam Stewart and Jonathan Zizzo.
This post was in collaboration with The Cromwell. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 14, 2015 — 14 Comments

a long december

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Sweater, coat, beanie: Abercrombie; Jeans: DL 1961; Boots: Isabel Marant (from a few seasons ago, dying over this lower pair); Sunglasses: Celine; Bag: Chanel; Blanket: Abercrombie
Give me a snuggly duffle coat, a pom pom beanie and a good book in Central Park and I'm a very happy girl. 
Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! 
Photos by Lydia Hudgens

This post was in collaboration with Abercrombie & Fitch. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 11, 2015 — 14 Comments

crosswalk games

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Coat, shirt, faux fur collar and jeans: French Connection; Shoes: Saint Laurent (dying over this pair!); Bag: Chanel; Sunglasses: Celine
I remember when I was just starting to look for an apartment here in NYC back in March. It was freezing, there was plenty of ice to had at every street corner and my broker and I covered a lot of ground, stomping through the West Village. 
One particular afternoon, Carlos, was taking me to what would eventually be my future apartment and we happened to be crossing 7th Avenue. The crosswalk sign said to not cross. I looked left. I looked right. And then I looked left again. And I crossed, since traffic was clear. 
Mid-sentence, Carlos, hurried to catch up with me, as he was still standing at the corner and said, "I think you're going to fit in just fine here in New York."
And I think about that every time I see swarms of folks crossing the street, often in between cabs passing through the intersection. And it makes me smile.
Happy weekend, everyone! 
PS: If you're ever in need of a broker here in the city, Carlos Santos is your man! 
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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December 10, 2015 — 23 Comments

that’s so her

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Dress and shoes: Kate Spade; Jacket: French Connection; Clutch: Kate Spade; Sunglasses: Celine; Lips: Marc Jacobs "Amazing"
While I'm a notorious last minute gift shopper, I absolutely love picking out gifts for my girlfriends. There's something about hunting around for a little collection of trinkets that remind me of them and memories that we've had together throughout the year. Something that tells a little story about them and us as friends. Something that makes you think, "that's so her!"
So naturally, when I discovered Kate Spade's gift guide this season, I was absolutely thrilled. Each little set is customizable and captures pretty much every one of your girlfriends on your list. The foodie. The jet setter. The beauty buff. Or in this case, with the set I picked out, the gal who's always ready for tea catch ups and happy hour drinks. (Heather, I'm looking at you, here!) 
Have you checked out their gift sets yet? Which ones would you scoop up for your girlfriends? 

This post was in collaboration with Kate Spade. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 9, 2015 — 17 Comments

toast the season {join me at french connection}

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Shirt, pants and boots: French Connection; Bag: Olympia Le-Tan; Sunglasses: Celine; Necklace: Ribbon from Net-A-Porter packaging 
Calling all New Yorkers. What are you doing this Thursday evening? Cancel that Tinder/Bumble/Hinge/The League/Happn/random cute guy in the coffee line date (actually, don't cancel that last one!) and join me and the French Connection team for a little holiday shopping fun. Festivities kick off at 6pm and last until 8:30 -- just make sure to RSVP to RSVP@nylon.com and mention my name once you submit. Plus, those who RSVP and attend the event, will be automatically entered to win a $500 shopping spree (which gives you plenty of wiggle room to pick up a little something for those on your list and a little something for yourself!). Added bonus, everything in store will be 40% off during the event.
Hope to see you there! Unless of course you have that aforementioned date with the cute guy from the coffee line. In which case, girlfriend, you should go and let us all know how it went. 
This post was in collaboration with French Connection. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 8, 2015 — 13 Comments

ok!

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Turtleneck: Ted Baker; Dress: Jonathan Simkhai (borrowed, similar style here); Boots: Stuart Weitzman; Sunglasses: Celine; Bag: Olympia Le-Tan; Bracelet: Miansai
Don't put your summer dresses away just yet. Throw a turtleneck underneath. And maybe with some over the knee boots (for now, we can still get away sans tights because New York has decided to be unseasonably warm, hence my love/hate relationship with global warming continues).
Tangents aside, here are a few little dresses that could use a turtleneck layer for good measure...

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Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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December 4, 2015 — 13 Comments

studio escape {with bluebellgray}

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Duvet, pillows here, here and here, sheet set and coverlet all thanks to Bluebellgray
It's been a hot minute since we've talked about how my apartment decorating is coming along and that's probably because, well...I haven't made much progress. 
I know, I know.
Between work and traveling lately, I'm starting to see why a lot of New Yorkers see their apartments as glorified closets and places to sleep at night. Because you're always out and about with something new to see around every corner.
Which, don't get me wrong, I love that about New York. But with winter almost here, I'm starting to realize how much I miss seeing my apartment as a refuge to come back to,  my little escape from the hustle and bustle of the city (and let's face it, soon to be freezing temps).
That said, over the next few months, I'm refocusing on my apartment, hunting around at different antique and estate sales for accent pieces and the ever elusive perfect sized couch. But my first order of business? Updating my bedroom. Of course, when you live in a studio like I do, it's hard to draw the line between where you sleep and where everything else goes -- that's just the nature of living in less than 500 square feet. I've found though, that when my bed is made with all the right things to make me feel a sense of ease all within reaching distance (candles, books, a cuddly dog who I share the bed with and my favorite hand cream by Aesop), I feel much more comfortable and secluded in my "sleeping space." 
As for this bedding? While I'm admittedly much more of a white linens gal, I love how this set by Bluebellgray adds the right amount of color, with a moody deep blue as a neutral setting. And in a weird way, for all my Sex and the City fans out there, it remind me of Carrie's bedding, which is always a win in my book. Granted, my little abode is very much a work in progress (still trying to figure out exactly what I want to put on all those blank walls), but little by little, it's already starting to feel more like me every day. 
Oh, and I think Elvis approves of the new bedding, which is always the true test. 
If you're looking to update your bedding, you can snag some Bluebellgray for yourself via Macy's Friends and Family sale for 25% off -- simply enter the code FRIENDS at checkout.
This post was in collaboration with Bluebellgray. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 3, 2015 — 24 Comments

no sleep ’till brooklyn

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Dress: Parker c/o; Shoes: Henri Lepore Dezert (borrowed); Lips: Marc Jacobs "Amazing"
Something about shooting these photos the other day in this unbelievable Parker dress on one of my all-time favorite bridges made me feel like Cinderella. Except you better believe I would have argued for a later curfew than midnight (because you'd only just be finishing dinner at that time) and I would totally have one of the mice bring me my Converse sneakers (much easier to run from that Prince Charming/Tinder date that way).
And if you're in the market for some show stopping holiday gowns, step right this way...

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Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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December 2, 2015 — 8 Comments

superstart {with elizabeth arden}

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Sweater: Everlane (from last year, similar style here); Dress: Tibi; Boots: Aldo; Bag: Olympia Le-Tan; Sunglasses: Celine
As I slowly but surely start to close the last chapter of my 20s and approach my 30s, I have to admit, everyone was right. There's no need to fear 30. In fact, in just my 29th year alone, I'm feeling much more confident, excited and self-assured than I've ever been, so if that's any indication of how my 30s will be sailing, then I say bring it on.
A lot of this has to do with hitting major career strides, learning more about myself and testing my limits -- and overall, feeling much more comfortable in my skin, inside and out. So when the folks over at Elizabeth Arden and Vanity Fair invited me to try out Elizabeth Arden's latest product, SUPERSTART Skin Renewal booster, I was intrigued. Granted, the 29-year old in me is balking at the idea of having to start thinking about anything related to anti-aging. But then the almost 30 year old in me is realizing that perhaps that's the key -- preventative steps for generally healthy skin.
We've talked about skin here on This Time Tomorrow and I'm only now after 29 years, starting to realize just how sensitive my skin really is. To weather changes. To pollution. To makeup. To my diet. And it's something I'm still struggling with to this day, but I'm making mindful strides in this area. It is safe to say I have picked up a fair few secret tips and skin hacks in my time. That said, I've been looking for approaches that help start at the source of healthy skin, like drinking tons of water throughout the day, regular exercise, vitamin rich foods (and skimping on the hormone-heavy ones), and stepping up my skincare regimen with products that really add value and serve a purpose.
Which is where SUPERSTART comes in.
I had a chance to chat with some of the folks at Elizabeth Arden last week at a breakfast Vanity Fair hosted at their gorgeous offices at One World Trade Center. Up until this point, I had been using SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster for about a week prior, and was generally pleased with the results so far, but overall, was uncertain what role this product would be playing in my new approach to "intentional skincare."
As it turns out, a lot of our skincare products focus on deeper layers, targeting past the surface layer to get more to the root of skin issues, i.e. wrinkles, fine lines, acne etc. What happens, as a result, is we ignore this first layer of skin -- the epidermis -- which takes the largest beating to all the elements we put it up against. If this outer layer is damaged, it makes it really difficult for any other products you're using to really penetrate the skin. SUPERSTART focuses solely on this surface layer, rejuvenating it so it can be the best receptor for everything else you layer on top as part of your skincare routine.
Around this time, this is when I started chatting with SunHee Grinnell, Beauty Director at Vanity Fair. And let me tell you. If you had a chance to see this woman's skin, you'd be begging for her skincare secrets, just like I was about 5 minutes in. She only alluded to her age once, to which I said there was absolutely no way that was true, and we then agreed to take the challenge together. Four weeks of using Elizabeth Arden's SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster as our first skincare step morning and evening, followed shortly after with Elizabeth Arden's PREVAGE Anti-Aging Serum as a one, two punch.
About a week and half in, and so far so good! I've already noticed my moisturizer is actually absorbing much better, instead of pilling like it sometimes likes to do.
Only time will tell -- stay tuned! I'm curious though, have any of you tried Elizabeth Arden's SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster yet? What did you think?
This post was in collaboration with Elizabeth Arden and Vanity Fair. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
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December 1, 2015 — 13 Comments

empire state of mind

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Dress: Lanvin via The RealReal; Bag: Chanel; Sunglasses: Celine; Bracelet: Miansai; Earings: Yvel (similar style here); Lips: Marc Jacobs "Amazing"
One of my favorite books of all time would have to be The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand, but the trouble is, I always struggle answering with one single reason as to why it's my favorite. Mainly because Rand's ability to both create larger than life characters and personify inanimate objects like a building or a city usually leave me breathless. It's perfect. But it's hard to pinpoint. It's both romantic drama/fiction and philosophical essay.
In a short and rudimentary summary, the book follows an up and coming architect named Howard Roark, whose talent is unrivaled but is met by a society whose standards value tradition and collectivism, as opposed to modernity and individuality. But he refuses to compromise. And from there, each character who crosses Roark's path represents an extreme on the spectrum of progress and status quo. 
Where am I going with all of this? There's a beautiful quote in the book that goes a little something like this:
"I would give the greatest sunset in the world for one sight of New York's skyline. Particularly when one can't see the details. Just the shapes. The shapes and the thought that made them. The sky over New York and the will of man made visible."
Every time I look at New York's skyline, especially from up above like Lydia and I were when shooting these photos at the Empire State Building, I'm reminded of this quote. And what it took for a single person to dream up a part of such an iconic skyline.   
Have you read the book or any of other Rand's work? My other favorite is Atlas Shrugged, but let's save that for another day (perhaps best suited for a train travel post). 
And in case you're left still wondering about this dress (because let's face it, those bows!), here are a few other favorites from my go-to holiday party stop this season, The RealReal. Enjoy! Just make sure if your holiday party takes you to the top of a skyscraper this year, bring a warm coat. 😉

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Photos by Lydia Hudgens
This post was in collaboration with The RealReal. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 
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November 30, 2015 — 10 Comments

monday motivation {5 things that get me up and going}

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Sweater, Tank, Bra, Pants and Bag: Calia by Carrie Underwood; Shoes: Nike Free; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban; Headphones: Gift from ShopStyle (similar here); Fitness tracker: Jawbone Up3
Since we're hot off the heels of our first (of many) long holiday breaks, let's talk fitness again, shall we? 
But first: this is the part where I hang my head a bit.
If you recall, a few weeks back I confided in all of you that I would be running my second marathon in many, many, many years this April in Paris. And if you happen to follow me on Snapchat, you probably got annoyed with the amount of running updates I was posting over there. That is until about two weeks ago, when it hit me. 
The wintertime "nahhh."
Are you familiar with it? That feeling when you know you really should be heading out for a long run and/or workout but something just always seems to get in the way. "Oh, waiting for the FedEx guy to arrive." "Oh, I really should organize my magazines by color and issue date." "Oh, silly daylight savings! I should just wait until I get that extra hour back to the day."
I'm usually pretty good at shaking this feeling, but something about the past two weeks (between a lot of last minute projects and a darn cold), I just couldn't seem to rise above the wintertime "nahhh." I guess when it came down to it, #NetflixAndChill just sounded better (and warmer). Which then, of course, got me thinking, I should revisit some of my fool-proof ways to get motivated again because that marathon sure as hell isn't going to run itself.
So in no particular order, here's how I get my butt into gear:
1. Pick up new workout gear. This probably comes as no surprise to anyone -- pick up a few cute new bras and running pants and I get excited to sport them all. I was recently introduce to the line Calia by Carrie Underwood back in September during Fashion Week and have been loving all of her separates (which I'm wearing here). 
2. Playlists. Playlists. Playlists. Give a girl the right tunes (or at least this girl) and she can run for miles. Lately I've been jamming out to a lot of Billy Joel, Bowie and Bieber (I know, I know, but something about his last album is just too good!).
3. Try a new workout class with friends. Nothing gets you moving like a few good girlfriends pushing you. Lately, we've been hooked on Equinox's barre classes (great for toning and lengthening). And I may have picked up a few leotards just for the occasion. 😉
4. Treat myself to a new restaurant if I meet my running goal for the week. Up this week? If I crush my 12 mile run this Saturday, I have my sights set on The Waverly Inn (because it just looks so romantic every time I pass it while walking Elvis).
5. Pick out my marathon present. They say eye on the prize, right? Well, in this case, I'm keeping my eye on a little visit to Chanel when I'm in Paris post-marathon to scoop up a new bag baby. Until then, let's think about this as the Chanel carrot, forcing me to run just a bit faster and just a bit longer.  
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This post was in collaboration with Equinox. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 
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November 27, 2015 — 6 Comments

paint it black {friday sales}

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Alright, everyone fueled up on turkey, mashed potatoes and pie? Great, let's get our game faces on. Because it's my favorite time of year. Sale season. 
So pull up a chair, get cozy and maybe get some leftovers within reaching distance, because I've rounded up a few of my favorites from the racks this season, including some Self-Portrait goodies that are not to be missed! 
As always, may the odds be ever in your favor...
Shopbop: Save up to 25% with the code GOBIG15 now through November 30. Plus, if you spend $250 or more, get 15% off; spend $500 or more, get 20% off; spend $1,000, get 25% off. Lots of Jonathan Simkhai and Self-Portrait ahead here...

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Net-A-Porter: Starting now through November 30, snag up to 50% off designers like Wang, Marant and Balmain (oh my!). I normally stalk their shoe section on days like today.

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Barneys: Up to 40% off most regularly priced items. Lots of Marant here, folks. Run, don't walk.

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Moda Operandi: Snag up to 30% off already marked down pieces. Some really great coats and sweaters here.

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LuisaViaRoma: Take an additional 20% off already discounted items (that's up to 70% off most) with the code BF2062 at checkout. Really great statement pieces!

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Intermix: Take an extra 40% off already discounted items. Remember that Marissa Webb dress and organza skirt I wore here? Oh, and this Timo Weiland dress? They're all on sale! Quick!

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November 26, 2015 — 12 Comments

merci/gracias/danke/grazie/thanks

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Jacket: IRO; Turtleneck: Escada (borrowed from their latest Heritage collection); Culottes: Escada (also borrowed from their latest Heritage collection); Boots: Stuart Weitzman; Sunglasses: Celine; Clutch: Parker Thatch
From my little studio here in the West Village to your home, I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving. And to those who don't celebrate this holiday, I hope you still have a few slices of pie for good measure. There are so many things that I'm beyond grateful for -- a lot of which has happened in just this year alone. So from the bottom of my heart, thank you for the huge role you all have played in it -- by being there and humoring my little corner of the internet, even if it's just for a few minutes out of your day. I appreciate it more than you know.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. 
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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November 25, 2015 — 9 Comments

for the host {thanksgiving blooms}

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Cape: Peruvian Connection; Turtleneck: Ted Baker; Pants: A.L.C. (thanks to Alicia!); Boots: Stuart Weitzman; Bag: Mansur Gavriel; Blooms: "The Bedford" from BloomThat; Sunglasses: Celine; Bracelet: Miansai
Let's face it. This week is super short. If you happen to live far away from family, you're probably already traveling. You're frantically wrapping things up at work before hanging that glorious proverbial "Out of office" sign up at your email inbox. And, if you're like me, you really haven't had much time to prep what to bring your family or hosts this Thanksgiving. 
And if we take this one step further into airing Krystal's flaws, you may not be, um, well all that culinary inclined, meaning, I'm pretty hopeless in a kitchen. Don't get me wrong, I can follow the instructions on a brownie box, which is what I usually default to saying when my date of the moment raises his eyebrows at this statement (c'mon dude, I'm not going to fault you if you can't change a flat tire, which let's face it, you probably can't, so let's ditch the gender stereotypes at the door, shall we?).
But you know what I am good at? Knowing exactly how to bring a smile to my hosts' face just the same. 
This year, I'll be staying in New York for what has been affectionately dubbed an "orphan Thanksgiving" with a ragtag team of Aussies, Brits and a few Americans. For years when I don't make it back home for Thanksgiving, I love showing up with a few surprises for the host, including a couple hearty bottles of red wine and a little flower arrangement for them to either include in their table set up (or just for them to enjoy afterward). If you follow me on Instagram, you know I'm a huge fan of BloomThat and have been since they launched in the Bay Area just a few years ago. Naturally, I was stoked to hear they recently expanded out here to the East Coast for same day delivery here in the city. And naturally, I was even more stoked to find out they've recently expanded their next-day delivery service to cover my hometown in Nevada.
Which means a certain mama in Reno is getting a little sumthin' sumthin' on her birthday coming up! 😉
Whether you're headed home or staying local with friends for Thanksgiving this year, you can still scoop up some blooms today before Turkey Day (just make sure to order before early afternoon today to ensure they arrive in time as they won't be delivering tomorrow). And to sweeten the deal? Use the code KRYSTALBICK10 at checkout for 10% off! 
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
This post was in collaboration with BloomThat. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 
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November 24, 2015 — 12 Comments

fall in washington square park {with EMU australia}

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Jacket: Balenciaga (similar style here); Sweater: Everlane (from last year, similar style here); Jeans: Frame; Boots: EMU Australia; Sunglasses: Celine
If you happen to follow me on Instagram or SnapChat (username: krystalbick), you know I often end up in Washington Square Park for some reason or another. Besides being just about a 10 minute walk from my apartment and also Elvis' favorite dog run, I just love how the park makes me feel while I'm walking through it -- as if almost anything could happen to you while you're there. Musicians fill the air with trumpet flares and hearty bass beats, while street performers entertain crowds with their antics. Lovers hold hands and sit together closely on benches and countless others have their noses nestled deep in books about poetry, politics and pop culture.
And this time of year, the park is absolutely perfect, alive with fall colors and a briskness you can almost touch. Growing up, I always love raking up the leaves in our yard and jumping into the piles of goldenrod yellows, burnt oranges and amber-hued reds for long afternoon hours. But after having spent the past 5 or so years in San Francisco, I haven't had a chance to really enjoy this little childhood indulgence of mine in quite some time.
Granted, when I partnered up with EMU Australia to showcase their new waterproof boot line (which I'm looking forward to putting to the test come this winter!), I knew I wanted to hop over to my favorite park and finally play in the fresh fall leaves. For about the first 20 minutes of this shoot, I was pretty alone, as passerby stared a bit funny at this girl throwing around leaves and laughing at herself in the process. But you know what? Eventually, one by one, a few other folks joined into piles and tossed them around, snapping photos along the way, until before long, you could scan the park and see different patches of folks playing, leaves gently falling down around them. And for about 15 minutes or so, we all felt like kids again.
As for these boots? I love how they have a perfect fall nod to them with the suede detailing, making it extremely easy to incorporate into your go-to looks this season, without sacrificing some function for when the weather turns nasty and wet on us.
Speaking of, if you head over to EMU Australia's Instagram account now, you could snag a pair of their latest waterproof line for yourself! Simply follow EMU Australia on Instagram and like your favorite outfit posted -- one winner drawn at random will take home a new pair of boots! Good luck!
This post was in collaboration with EMU Australia. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 

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November 23, 2015 — 18 Comments

converse & chanel

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Jacket: ModCloth (old, similar style here); Sweater: Lou & Grey; Jeans: Guess; Shoes: Converse; Bag: Chanel; Sunglasses: Celine; Bracelet: Miansai
This is more or less what I wear to walk Elvis around the neighborhood. But if I'm feeling extra fancy for errand running, I'll grab my Chanel -- I call it my cool mom look. (Although I'm fully aware there are a lot of moms that look WAY cooler than me, without even trying.)
On a side note, how amazing is this street corner? Something about it feels very cinematic to me -- like a Tim Burton character is going to pop out of those windows at any moment.
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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November 20, 2015 — 15 Comments

the mean reds

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Dress: Cynthia Rowley (borrowed); Shoes: Steve Madden; Clutch: Olympia Le-Tan (love this one); Sunglasses: Celine; Bracelet: Miansai
Things can get pretty monochromatic around these parts (what can I say, I love my blacks, whites and grays) and especially after moving out to the east coast, I've caught myself adopting the New York uniform. Black, black, with more black. And a dash of really, really, really dark gray.
But there's something about a red dress. You know the one. The one that can turn heads. Maybe gets you a drink right away at the bar. Heck, perhaps it brings out your inner salsa dancing, red-dress sporting emoji señorita. (True story: she's my spirit emoji.)
As for me and red dresses? I don't don them very often but I like to think that's because they should be used sparingly. Like a secret weapon. And this Cynthia Rowley number? Well let's just call her my smoking gun.
In the market for a new red dress? Here are a few of my favorites around the interwebs these days that would probably give Jessica Rabbit a run for her money...
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Photos by Lydia Hudgens
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November 19, 2015 — 17 Comments

the early bird {st. ives skincare}

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Jacket: Eddie Bauer; Sweater: Everlane (from last year, similar style here); Jeans: Guess; Boots: Schutz; Bag: Chanel (obsessed with this similar version here); Sunglasses: Celine; Bracelet: Miansai
I keep saying that I would love to have one of those New York evenings where I stay out all night, hopping from restaurant to restaurant, bar to bar, club to fast food joint and then back to a bar again, all to see the sun come up over one of our many bridges. You know, like the Queensboro bridge scene from Manhattan. Precisely like that.
While all evening romps are certainly the norm still (and high on my list of things to accomplish here in NYC), I've been hearing more and more about 6am dance parties. The kind that literally kick off once the sun is coming up, instead of the other way around. (Let's see Woody Allen make a movie about that.)
As luck would have it, I recently was invited by St. Ives to a Morning Gloryville event just last week at Washington Square, where, you guessed it, before I even had my first cup of coffee, I was strapping glow sticks to my wrists and hopping around to a little EDM. Oh, there also may or may not have been tarot card readings, sunrise salutations and a little bathroom refresh station to spruce up before work, with some of St. Ives' skincare line (my personal favorite at the moment is their Blemish Control scrub, which is perfect for my oily, acne-prone skin).
Huge thanks to St. Ives for inviting me out last week and for helping me check the 6am dance party off my NYC bucket list!

This post was in collaboration with St. Ives. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 
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November 18, 2015 — 12 Comments

the winter to-do list {with SOREL}

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Coat: Zara (old, similar style here); Sweater: White House Black Market; Jeans: MiH; Boots: SOREL; Hat: Gap (old, obsessed with this fur pom beanie here); Sunglasses: Celine
I've joked quite a bit with my more seasoned New Yorker friends that as much as I love New York now, I haven't gone through my first real winter yet here on the East Coast -- so they might have to send reinforcements to my apartment come February when I refuse to leave my studio.
That said though, I'm actually really looking forward to winter here.
{CRICKETS}
I know, I know....said no New Yorker, EVER.
But hear me out.
I've gone through my fair share of Fashion Weeks here in February to know that it gets frigidly cold. Actually, scratch the adjective frigid. I'm not sure there's a good adjective that quite describes it. And granted, I'll more than likely go into hibernation and/or jetset mode when February and March roll around (summer in Australia is looking pretty good, if you ask me!). But there's really no season like winter in New York, especially when the holidays start to roll in. Now the only adjective I think is fitting there is: magical.
Those who know me, know I love a good list, especially when it comes to experiences or places I want to visit. And Christmas here in New York has made me one busy list lady. Between the tree lighting at Rockefeller Center, ice skating, the holiday window displays going up, and hopefully an upstate trip to Woodstock or the Catskills soon, I'm busy stocking up on a few winter essentials that can carry me through the season (and my list!).
One thing is for sure, SOREL boots have come highly recommended by almost every New Yorker I've talked to. And if there ever was a group of folks who knew a thing or two about those awful, nasty puddles that accumulate at every intersection corner, it's those guys.
So I say, winter, I'm ready for you. Just maybe go easy this year? Deal?
This post was in collaboration with SOREL. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 
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