The Week in Pictures: 9.4.09
To say that a lot happened this week is the understatement of the century. On top of the normal curve balls that life sometimes throws, I attended rainy rooftop parties in penthouse apartments, visited the Highline, did some design work for the Wall Street Journal, made a massively long trek by foot to the Financial District, said goodbye to Gala (sadness!), tried on designer shoes, visited old friends, turned down social invitations to sleep instead, realized I know my way around this city much better than I thought I did, spent hours on the phone talking to loved ones and felt sad that I am totally missing my mom’s visit to Portland right now! That’s life for you.
Hi, George. I am still soaking up the history that’s saturated in the Financial District. George’s pants are a wee bit tight, but hey, there weren’t fashion blogs in the 1700s so I’ll give him a break.
Making adjustments. Booking a week of freelance, catching up with old friends, missing my family, trying to plan when uncertainty creeps up on you. It’s best to take life one day at a time. I love the photos that Bianca takes; she has a knack for capturing certain moods and moments.
Manifestos. YSL can do no wrong.
The Jane Hotel. I visited The Jane with my friend Eliza and though the bar area was too dim to get any good photos, it can be best described as a turn of the century safari-themed lodge with baroque couches, lots of velvet, high ceilings, oil portraits of unknown dictators and a healthy dose of taxidermy. Fellow Virgo Zana was there as well celebrating her birthday and it was awesome briefly meeting her in person.
Visits. I love getting invited over to my friends’ apartments complete with tours of their buildings; they all have pretty impeccable taste. I entered this lobby and felt like I was in a glamorous spa and that isn’t a bad way to live!
Goodbyes. Gala left me the other day for Vegas, was back for a few hours and then jetted off to New Zealand. I miss her so much but the cute notes she leaves behind definitely help me feel better.
Rooftop parties. Even when it’s pitch black and raining, the parties must go on. Good friends, amazing views of the city and a glimpse of the Hudson can’t be beat.
The Highline. This is one of the places that you absolutely have to see if you are in town. The Highline recently opened to the public and a once desolate and grungy set of train tracks above the city have been transformed into a serene piece of urban utopia. Walking along the path, there are benches and wild grasses as far as the eye can see. Vendors sell organic juices and fair trade coffee. Everyone is happy.
The West Side. I spend most of my time in the East Village, but a change of scenery can do wonders. My friend Seze drug me across town and made me realize what I’ve been missing out on. We walked through parts of Chelsea, the Meatpacking District and the West Village and I can’t get enough of the cobblestone streets and quaint European influences.
Oh, Chloe.These boots reminded me of glamorous strawberries and fit like a glove. Though I gave them a try, I did not buy. How’s that for self control?
Readers: How was your week? Good? Bad? Mind altering? Life changing?
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those boots!
how did you manage such self control?
you can’t leave NYC without those in your suitcase!
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You know I love New York, but I will be so glad to have you home again. I miss you terribly!!
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What nail polish are you wearing in the second photo? I really like the color!
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Hi Nubby!
I wonder, will you still be in NYC when I arrive on the 11th? I’m really hoping Gala makes it back before the Virgo Birthday Extravaganza!
These pictures make me even more excited about exploring one of my favorite cities again. The Highline looks magical. Oh, and those boots! They give me palpitations. Your restraint is magnificent- they are truly incredible.
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Congrats on the work for the Wall Street Journal! I’m quite interested to see what you created.
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Of all things, you didn’t get those boots?
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I am in awe of your will power for resisting those boots. It looks like you’re having a good time in NYC.
This was my first week back at school (I’m a teacher) so it’s been interesting meeting the new students. Thanks for asking!
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your rooftop shot of the hudson makes me looooonnnnngggg for manhattan.
sad/happy smiles mark my face.
hotwire.com here i come!
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that rooftop shot is so perfect.
it’s the rooftop view that i know and heart.
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Betsey J: Even majorly marked down, they were still 500.00. Ouch.
Angeliska: I will be here till the 15th but my last week is comprised of freelancing in Midtown so I won’t be around much. And Gala might not be back in time…crossing my fingers and hoping for the best!
Ayesha: It’s from Hot Topic, I don’t think there’s a name on the bottle. It has a skull on the front.
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I think my heart almost stopped when I saw those boots. So gorgeous. ♥
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Those boots are astonishing – but for 500, I can see why you resisted!! I think they would have to be one of those lust and move on moments!
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Those boots are AMAZING. Sorry, I am sure that’s not helping your lust for them…;)
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Hi nubby,
love your pictures!!! I actually work at the maritime hotel (The building you photographed above with the circles)!!! lol I work in accounting…and freelance as a makeup artist. when I am not there… We also have properties like The Jane ( which you visited) Bowery Hotel, & Waverly Restaurant are only a few to mention.. Let me know when your visit this way again???? I am very excited you visited NYC this summer!! Enjoy your stay and don’t hesitate to contact me if you need anything my way! I have been a true follower of your blogs/ Twitter… Lol love your amazing design work! Keep up the great work! You def. Inspire me to be who I am today! (: xoxo
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hey nubby,
quite jealous of how you spend your week. my week was hectic, i started work at maccas (so not glamorous but its a living) but i found out that i had to remove all 11 of my ear piercings and put clear plastic ones in…ew. its annoying since theyre a huge part of me and my aesthetic…and now i feel naked and boring…and since many are new, i have to keep them in full time or i get blood everywhere. you asked…lol.
youre giving me a love for NYC…which ive never had before..
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Oh the Hudson ::Swoons:: I’ve been in love with it since before I even lived in Jersey. Haha.
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I’m sooo going to New York one day~! love the Jane Hotel!!
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Ah! You know Seze! That explains why the logo for her Kiss & Tell reminds me so much of your work; you designed it, right?
And those boots are rad, it’s a shame that they’re not more glittery…!
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