Thankful for Love.

In honor of Thanksgiving (and everyday, really), I'd like to say how all thanks and joy boils down to love.  Simply, LOVE. This interview of a Brooklyn couple, which was later turned into an adorable video by Story Corps, is incredibly touching. 

It reminds me that all anyone ever wants is to love and be loved.  So, I hope this inspires you to spread the love this holiday season, and always.  But get ready... it's a tearjerker.

Danny & Annie

from StoryCorps on Vimeo.

Warby Parker + Paste

Two of my favorite brands are getting together for an event in Brooklyn.  Annnd you should go.

Gah!  I need to find a wormhole between KC and BK. Pronto. Also, if you've never heard of Warby Parker or Paste Magazine, you should get on that.

Jones Street Station

If I've ever told you about music that I love, these guys always make it into my permanent list. I accidentally stumbled upon Jones Street Station when I first moved to NYC (they were called Jones Street Boys back then, if you are interested in a little back catalogue).  They serendipitously played a set after a friend of mine at the Knitting Factory (when it used to be in Tribeca).  They are so energetic and can carry off a sweet harmony or two.  One of the band members even has a harmonica belt!  That's right... a belt full of harmonicas in different keys.  I never knew such a thing even existed! 

Today, this Brooklyn bluegrass band has released their music video for "The Understanding."  In my opinion, they've definitely captured a part of the New York spirit in this video.  It makes me want to move back. Like, now. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!!

Diament Designs

So, back to my normal ramblings with random wedding recaps thrown in :).

I wanted to tell y'all about Diament Designs jewelry today.  It's super affordable and unique!  Here are a few of my current favorites:

If you're in NYC, they carry this line at my friend's store in Park Slope - Eponomy.  And if you haven't checked out Eponomy before, I highly suggest you do so - if for no other reason than to meet the owner's lovely french bulldog Bianca!

Oh, and if you want a wedding fix for the day - here's our wedding slideshow . Hope you like it as much as we do :).

Mollusk Surf Shop & Pret-a-Surf

photo credit: my iPhone.

This weekend, I got an invite for Pret-a-Surf's launch party at Mollusk Surf Shop in Brooklyn. My lovely designer friend, Caroline, has been doing all the creative for the women's surf line!  I definitely fell in love with Pret's surf clothes, as well as this Billyburg space.  Mollusk Surf Shop occupies a quiet little corner by the East River which ends up making it a great space for events... I hear the store hosts parties quite often!  Here are a few photos from the event:

A nice crowd enjoying the event and beautiful Brooklyn day.

Zoe Kazan checking out the merchandise.

Well, HELLO, Josh Hartnett.

photo credit for event photos: wsj

I was SO NOT cool enough to be at this party.  But it was a genuinely great time - and I'm glad I got to discover a new hang and a great surf line!  Now, I just need to learn how to surf...details, details.

sneak peek.

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B to the K.

Loving this photo over at Brooklyn Limestone.  It's a sign at Lioni's Italian Hero Shop that pokes a little fun at Brooklyn's high opinion of itself.  I'm from Texas, so I'm really good at having a boastful opinion about my place of residence.

I'm not sure which one is my favorite yet.  But I think I'm leaning towards "BROOKLYN IN YOUR FACE and IN YOUR HEART."