the season to be jolly

with all the franticness of the Christmas season I didn't really get to do all the holiday things I wanted. but Brando and I did take a nice stroll around Central Park! even though there was no snow it still felt like Christmas...especially when we walked down Fifth Avenue later and looked at all the fancy window displays; Bergdorf's certainly knows how to make a gal swoon. 

shirt- Urban Outfitters // skirt- Modcloth // sparkly belt- Smart Set // scarf- American Apparel // coat- Suzy Shier (old!) // boots- Aldo

not only was there no snow, but it really wasn't all that cold either. I had no qualms shedding my coat to snap a few pics of my festive-ish outfit. 

it's not bright red or trimmed in velvet or anything, but I like the subtle wintery feel. over the holidays I tend to gravitate towards jewel tones and demure pieces; peter pan collars, sparkly accessories, airy fabrics mixed with cozy textures. that kind of thing. and even though Christmas day is past I think these little points really brighten a winter wardrobe.

and it also really helps to have the perfect forest green midi...  

Brando and I are very happy with our Brooklyn holidays so far! we've been enjoying our time off, spending lots of time with friends and indulging our vices- if you can't pig out on fried food and whiskey at Christmastime, then when can you?- and relaxing. 

I'm a relaxing pro right now. my bed and I are becoming reacquainted, and my cat now thinks I'm a stay-at-home mom. we're all very copacetic. 

yeah, I busted that one out. 

2014, going out with a bang!

a kiss with a fist

so I guess it's been a while! it's been a bit of a weird week. I'm starting to see a pattern emerge in these summer days; the first half of the week is fun and busy and brimming with optimism. then thursday and friday kind of punch me in the face. but what's life without a roller coaster of emotions that make you consider therapy, amirite??

early this week- back in the good ol' days, ya might say- Brando and I spent the afternoon in Central Park. I'd never seen the Bathesda Fountain or Bow Bridge, and since I'm an Enchanted mega-fan that's kind of ridiculous. a nice park lady directed us to the scenic route and I strolled (ahem, skipped) around humming "That's How You Know" and swinging my arms dramatically. 

see, dramatic arm swinging. skipping. fun fun fun!

outfit details: dress- JC Penney // sunglasses- vintage // bag + flats- H&M 

so it turns out Central Park is pretty nice. who knew?

ONLY EVERYBODY, SARAH.

geez, okay.

hope you're all having a splendid weekend! and I hope the only way you are punched in the face is with awesomeness. it's the only enjoyable punch. 

well, that and fruit punch. hawaiian punch. Christmas punch where you mix fruit juice and ginger ale and put frozen berries in it. those are enjoyable punches too. 

I wish upon you these punches along with the punch of awesomeness!