Chasing the Sun: Miami

I don't know about you, but I could not last another minute in this unheard of New York chill! I booked a weekend trip to South Beach, Florida for the Food Network Food & Wine Festival. The mini vaca was filled with amazing food, endless fun, and even sun burns.Luckily it's starting to warm up in the north east today, enjoy it!

ocean view

first sunset on the beach

wake up: tan

morning jog

south beach miami

cecconi's in the soho beach house, miami

bellinis, duh

morning pastries at the local patasserie

the grand tasting

my stone crab friend

guy in the house

Rachel Zoe SS '13 NYFW

Rachel Zoe and Prabal Gurung 

My favorite look of the collection

Gorgeous sequins

Floppy hat and draped gown

Finale

Lincoln Center: The mecca of New York Fashion Week

Necklace: J.Crew

Dress: Parker

Shoes: Sergio Rossi

Bag: Vintage Prada

First and foremost, please excuse the horrendous quality of these photos. I decided not to bring my enormous camera to the show this time. Thank goodness for the iPhone! 

The Rachel Zoe spring/summer collection was Jane Birkin on the Amalfi Coast, effortless beachy glam. I loved her use of sequins (obviously) in both everyday wear and evening pieces. The color palate was beautiful and subtle. My favorite look was the floor length navy sequin gown, such a show stopper. Now that New York Fashion Week has come to an end, I am very excited to see the upcoming shows from my favorite British, French and Italian designers. Aka Stella, Balmain, and Versace.

- O

The Minty Melon

This refreshing summer cocktail is perfect for a hot day like today. Cool down with a delicious Minty Melon!

Ingredients

3 cups of yellow seedless watermelon

10 mint leaves

2 oz of lime juice

 6 oz of Vodka 

Ice

Serves 4

Preparation

1. In a blender, liquify melon, mint, ice, lime juice, and vodka. 

2. Pour into your favorite glass and garnish with a sprig of mint. 

Pour and enjoy!

- O

Come Fly Away

Very casual day at the Katama Airfield

Top: Soft by Joie

Bag: Be & D old

Shorts: Free People

Watch: Michael Kors

Arm Party: J.Crew, The Alyse Collection 

"love" Ring: Etsy

Shoes: Tkees

One of the most memorable visits during my Martha's Vineyard trip was the Katama Airfield and Bi-Plane Exhibit. Though I didn't dare take a ride up in the air, I did enjoy brunch and mimosas at The Right Fork Diner located on the airfield. The menu is delicious and the views of the sunset are amazing. 

- O

Bellinis in Martha's Vineyard

Edgartown Harbor

The Atlantic Fish and Chop House

Tuna Tartare 

Bellini at The Atlantic Fish and Chop House

Blazer: Zara

Necklace: Forever 21

Top: Feel the Piece, bought locally at Nell, Edgartown, MA

Clutch: Be & D

 In Martha's Vineyard, eating outside on the water is a must. One of my favorite places to dine on the island is The Atlantic Fish and Chop House in Edgartown. The menu is exquisite and the view of the harbor is idyllic.

- O

Champagne & Sequins Blog Coming Soon!

Champagne & Sequins is under construction. We will be popping the bubbly by August. 

Cheers!

xx Olivia