All Around the World

The Momofuku Milk-Bar, New York City

Love Spirit, M&M Store, Times Square, New York City

Rings, Turkey

Spices, Turkey

A Watchful Eye, Washington D.C.

Goodmorning Brooklyn, NY

Cravings, SoHo, New York City

Subway, New York City

Designer DVF's studio, The High-Line, New York City

Soneva Gili, Maldives

Beautiful Capri, Italy

Old Bazaar, Turkey

The Guggenheim, New York City

Traveling is a luxury, a necessity, an experience, a journey, a discovery.

xx Jewel

Photography Credits : All Rights Reserved, SFG & Lo.

Star-gazing

Spotted: Russell Brand and Helen Mirren

...on the set of Arthur in NYC

xoLo

...your devoted paparazzi :)

Photography Credits: All Rights Reserved, Lo

Photographic Memory

Dessert [Asiate @ Mandarin Oriental]

***Phileo***

LW [Diptyque]

Guestlist + gummi bear invasion

Swamp water, Brother Jimmy's

21st birthday gift from L&M,

6-month anniversary gift from the bf [both Tiffany's]

Snack at work! [TastiD]

dress: F21 // bag: Louis Vuitton

// sandals: Michael Kors

// bracelets: Tiffany's & John Hardy

rooftop garden

Bracelets (left to right):

Tiffany's, John Hardy, Dinh Van, Soho street fair

Mid-afternoon snack

The bf shows he cares... :)

dress: F21 // bag: Zara

xoLo

Photography Credits: All Rights Reserved, Lo

ReCovery

I don't know about you guys, but I'm a strong opponent of all the Red Bulls of the world. It's not only the sour and unpleasantly bubbly taste, but especially the ingredients in them (ummm...taurine, seriously!?) that bother me. First year in college, I tried to ignore both the taste and the disturbing reality of what I was actually putting in my body, but after a plethora of articles plagued my email inbox about the risks of heart attacks and artery explosions (thanks daddy!), I gave up on Red Bull altogether, moved on to coffee, found that I didn't like that, either...and simply resolved to sleeping more at night, and early-morning showers to wake up feeling fresh all on my own.

Of course, everyone has slip-ups, and this morning in particular was a rough one. With close friends' birthdays and the overall realization that summer is slipping away, this week has been one that severely lacked sleep. My alarm declared itself my worst enemy when it went off and blasted "Cliffs of Dover" through my pillow and into my sleepy ears, and rising to get dressed, it seems that all my energy allowed was the ability to climb awkwardly (I failed to hop!) into a cab, and mumble my office address as the destination.

Here comes the punch line: as I was stepping through the grand revolving doors of my building, a man stood there, whom I probably wouldn't have paid attention to, for I had music blasting in my ears to keep me conscious, except for he handed me a can, and I had to look down. At first, I thought it WAS Red Bull, and I was about to go through a whole internal conflict of whether or not to drink it. Instead, I looked down at this:

Code Blue. I'd never heard of it, but it claimed to be a "recovery drink". I just had to have it. I saw no sketchy ingredients listed on the side, and no acidic smell came to harass my senses when I popped open the can. Now, I'm sipping this strange new beverage as I write. And the presence of agave nectar in there definitely makes this energy drink taste more like a re-energizing juice than its aggressive-tasting peers.

I approve! :)

What do you think of energy drinks?

Have you tasted Code Blue?

xoLo

Photography Credits: All Rights Reserved, Lo

SOS Frozen Yogurt

Le frozen yogurt est devenu LE dessert de tout le monde, la gourmandise que l'on s'accorde tous. Et pourquoi? Parce qu'on ne se sent pas coupable pendant une semaine après y a voir cédé, parce que c'est délicieux et que pendant la canicule, il n'y a rien de meilleur.

Autant a New York, les bons endroits on les a découverts, gouté et on y a succombé,

nos preferes etant,

- Red Mango

- 16 Handles

- Philéo Yogurt (notre chouchou),

...mais a Londres, je ne suis pas très inspirée, et je ne semble pas trouver d'équivalents.

Donc oui, je me tourne vers vous, chers lecteurs, j'ai une adresse a VOUS piquer !

Je suis a la recherche du meilleur frozen yogurt a Londres, (parce que SNOG franchement, ça ne compte pas).

Alors ?

--

Frozen yoghurt has officially become everyone's favorite food. Why? Because we're not guilt-ridden after every cup, because it's the perfect snack in the middle of NYC sweltering summer heat...and simply because it's delicious.

In NYC, Elle & I have scoped out the best spots, preferring the extravagant 16 Handles and Phileo Yoghurt (our favorite by far!!), and even Red Mango, to the oh-so-overrated Pinkberry.

...but in London, I'm not inspired. I can't seem to find any equivalent.

So I'm turning to YOU, dearest readers, to help me out. Give me YOUR hotspot. Tell me where I can find the best fro-yo in London (Snog doesn't count).

Thoughts ?

xx Jewel

What's YOUR favorite frozen yoghurt?

What are your favorite toppings?

I love mochi, yoghurt chips & butterscotch chunks. YUM!

xoLo

Photography Credits: Getty Images

Dress-Hunt by Jewel

Les filles,

Qui n'a jamais rêvé d'un magasin avec que des robes, des robes, des robes, des robes, a ne plus savoir quoi en faire, que ça ! Des imprimés, rien que des imprimés. Des robes très très bien coupées, élégantes, mignonnes, fraiches et qui changent. Eh bien, cet endroit, je vous l'ai trouve, en me promenant avec des copines dans le Village a NY. Vous savez comment souvent, il y a toujours LA belle robe dans le magasin, celle qui semble être pour vous, crier votre nom. Et bien, Pinkyotto, c'est comme si, quelqu'un, quelqu'un de formidable avait regroupé toutes ces robes dans un tout petit magasin aux quatre murs blancs et a la déco très minimaliste ! Celles qui vont a tout le monde, qui forment une tenue a elles-seules, qui font les plus beaux cadeaux, et les plus belles journées. C'est rare d'aimer (presque) tout dans un magasin, et pourtant Pinkyotto rend cela possible. Par contre, si vous comptez être raisonnable, bonne chance ! C'est parti, pour un réel parcours du combattant(e) !

Alors, voila, une adresse précieuse : Pinkyotto

east village : 307 east 9th Street

west village : 330 Bleecker Street

et, si vous passez par Boston, 156 newbury street, 617-236-1238

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Girls,

Who has never dreamed of a store with dresses, dresses, dresses everywhere! Printed, whimsical, girlie, flowy... Elegant, well-cut, fresh, unexpected. Well, I found this place, on a mid-afternoon stroll through the village. You know THAT dress, the one you stumble upon, that screams, begs you to try it on, take it home, and love it forever? Pinkyotto found all those dresses, and brought them together in a pocket-sized boutique with fresh white walls and minimalist decor. Those dresses that look good on everyone, make adorable gifts...and make your day. It's rare to like absolutely everything in a store, but Pinkyotto made it possible. If you were planning on being financially responsible, tell your wallet it's about to be disappointed. Off you go!

Pinkyotto

east village : 307 east 9th Street

west village : 330 Bleecker Street

...and if you're ever in Boston, 156 newbury street, 617-236-1238

xx Jewel

Photography Credits: Pinkyotto

blackburnandsweetzer.com

boutiqued.com

A few of our favorites:

[1] Shoulder Chain dress ($168)

[2] Mini Stars Print dress (SALE $110)

[3] Set Me Free dress ($168)

[4] Side Ruffle Tube dress ($148)

Summer Lovin' // Happened So Fast

The things I'm lovin' this week:

[1] Animal themes {pendant: Forever 21 // top: Bergdorf Goodman}

[2] Crack pie! {Momofuku Milk Bar}

[3] Conspicuous rings {ring: Forever 21 // planner: Hermes}

[4] Funky jewelry {earrings: Forever 21}

[5] Roses in surprising hues {Dean & Deluca}

[6] Awesome performers {the violinist at Nikki Midtown}

[7] Brunch! {Cafeteria // clutch: Urban Outfitters}

[8] Unexpected flowers {courtesy of the bf}

xoLo

Photography Credits: All Rights Reserved, Lo

New York City by Jewel

Passer un mois a New York c'est formidable.

Rentrer avec un carnet d'adresses plus épais que ma valise elle-meme, ça l'est encore plus.

Ma soeur s'y connait surement mieux en matière de "places to be" la-bas, mais, voila, passagers, mes adresses preferees de la grande pomme, cet ete, juste pour vous :

Spending a month in NYC is awesome.

Even more awesome? Returning home with a little black book of hotspots that happens to be thicker than my suitcase.

Lo is probably more knowledgeable than I am when it comes to NYC's "places-to-be", but here you go, dear passengers, my favorite places in the big apple this summer, just for you:

Pour les meilleurs brunchs de la ville,

For the city's best brunches,

- Cafeteria,

119 7th Ave, 212-414-1717

- Sarabeth's,

40 Central Park South, 212-826-5959

- Asiate,

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 80 Columbus Circle, 212-805-8881

Pour les meilleurs déjeuners,

For the best lunches,

- Sushi Samba,

37 West 17th Street, 212-229-0737

- The Mercer Kitchen,

99 Prince Street, 212-966-5454

Pour des petites (ou grandes) faims a toutes heures,

For a little (or big!) snack, at any hour of the day,

- Philéo Yogurt,

267 Bleecker Street, 212-206-1824

...pour le meilleur frozen yogurt qui soit, avec un choix fantastique de toppings (mochi!) et de saveurs.

...for the best frozen yoghurt ever, with a fantastic choice of toppings (mochi!) and flavors.

- le Momofuku Milk Bar,

207 2nd Avenue, 212-254-3500

pour des milkshakes délicieux!

for amazing softserves!

- Mimi Truffles,

http://mimitruffles.blogspot.com

vendus exclusivement chez Westside Market, 110th St. & Broadway, ou sur commande speciale.

sold exclusively at Westside Market, 110th St. & Broadway, or by special order.

***SHOUT-OUT: Mimi Truffles was started by two very dear friends of Lo: Melissa & Megan. YOU WILL NEVER WANT TO STOP EATING THESE. Mark.My.Word.

Pour prendre des verres avec une vue époustouflante des gratte-ciels,

for drinks and an amazing view of the city,

- 230 Fifth,

230 Fifth Avenue, 212-725-3400

- Empire Hotel Rooftop Bar,

44 west 63rd Street, 212-265-7400

Pour des diners simples et sympas,

For simple, quality, enjoyable dinners,

- Rouge Tomate,

10 E 60th Street, 646-237-8977

- Fig & Olive,

416 West 13th Street, 212-924-1200

- Geisha,

33 East 61st Street, 212-813-1113

Pour le poisson le plus frais,

For the freshest fish,

Wild Edibles Seafood Market and bar,

535 Third Avenue (entre la 35eme et la 36eme), 212-213-8552

Pour les hotspots des diners trendy et chic,

For trendy hotspots, to see and be seen,

- TAO,

42 East 58th Street, 212-888-2288

- Megu,

62 Thomas Street, 212-964-7777

- Morimoto,

88 tenth avenue, 212-989-8883

- Mr Chow,

121 Hudson Street St, 212-965-9500

- Ajna Bar,

25 little W 12th Street, 646-416-6002

Ma boite de nuit phare:

My clubbing hotspot:

Le Nikki Beach,

151 East 50th Street,

pour son ambiance façon St.Trop' au coeur de New York, et parce que c'est la boite la plus européenne du continent.

for its St Tropez-like ambiance in the heart of NYC, and because it's clearly the most European nightclub on this side of the planet!

Mon SPA coup de foudre:

My spa crush:

Bliss Spa,

568 Broadway (SoHo), 877-862-5477

pour ses brownies incroyables dans la salle d'attente et des soins a la hauteur de ses produits (j'avoue, je me suis endormie pendant mes soins)

for its unbelievable brownies in the waiting room, and treatments that live up to the reputation of Bliss products (I will confess, I fell asleep during mine!)

Mon coup de foudre librairie:

My favorite specialty library:

Drama Books , 250 West 40th (entre la 7eme et la 8eme ), 212-944-0595

pour sa collection incroyable de scripts et d'oeuvres de theatre. Vous avez besoin d'un monologue pour une audition, de retrouver le texte d'une pièce que vous avez adoree, tout y est, absolument tout (attention, les oeuvres sont purement anglophones malheureusement).

for its unbelievable collection of scripts and drama works. Need a monologue for an audition? Want to find the script of a play you loved? Everything is there, absolutely everything. (Warning: all works sold at Drama Books are original english-language only)

Les hôtels qui valent le détour:

Hotels worth seeing (even if only for a drink)

- The Hudson Hotel,

pour sa deco décalée et surprenante.

quirky and unexpected

- The Mark Hotel,

pour des chambres parfaites et une deco simple.

perfect rooms and sleek decor

- The Gramercy Park Hotel,

extravagant et elegant.

extravagant and elegant.

Le plan shopping du mois:

Shopping hotspot of the month:

- LFstores,

5th Avenue 150 W 20th, 212-645-1334

Pour les fans de Urban Outfitters, voila une boutique au style tres similaire, mais encore plus trendy!

If you like Urban Outfitters, head here for a similar style, but even trendier selection!

A present, brandissez vos Golden Tickets et ruez vous a New York pour vous regaler!

Now brandish those Golden Tickets of yours, and get your butts to NYC!

Quels sont VOS coup de foudre new yorkais?

What are YOUR NYC hotspots?

xx Jewel

Photography Credits: All Rights Reserved, Lo