Bang & Olufsen Launch at Mondrian SoHo

Bang & Olufsen is renowned for their Danish design aesthetic and quality when it comes to their products. B&O Play, a brand of Bang & Olufsen, hosted an exclusive VIP launch party of their new H6 over the ear headphones as well as their new H3 in-ear headphones at the Mondrian in SoHo.

Let me just say straight away: these headphones are going to be amazing! The sound quality was amazing, and of course they look amazing as well. I got to experience the new headphones that will be released this summer in the US while sipping cocktails and enjoying hors d'oeuvres. 

The over the ear model comes it 2 colors- black and tan. In addition, they are made from very high quality cowhide leather. This means they only get better with wear, similar to the handles of a Louis Vuitton bag. They will become your new travel companion. Priced at around $399, they a reasonably positioned in the market place. 

Keep your eyes (and ears) on the look for these in summer 2013!

Prepping for Summer

Summer is just around the corner, although the weather has not seemed like it recently in the Northeast. Nonetheless, it is time to start thinking about summer wardrobing. I always say, summer is the best season for preppy attire. From seersucker to madras, summer dressing is the prep's season to shine. As we transition slowly from spring to the start of summer, think about incorporating some key staples into your wardrobe:

Nothing says classic prep more than a a school boy blazer. Navy is the perfect color choice for blazers, and something everyone should have in their wardrobe. Colored chinos will become your best friend during summer. Their bright colors accompany summer and they match perfectly with solid oxfords and polos. Cuff them for a stroll on the beach casually, or when them out to dinner at night. Finally, oxfords in pastel colors. Oxfords pair with virtually everything, and are a very easy way to create a casual yet put together look. Take advantage of wearing white during the summer!

Putting the look together:

Blazer: Jack Wills
Oxford: Ralph Lauren
Pants: Ralph Lauren

Lacoste Celebrates 80 Years

Iconic preppy label Lacoste is celebrating 80 years of the polo. That is right, 80 years ago Rene Lacoste designed the classic Lacoste polo for tennis players which soon began to be worn off the court by the affluent in France. This polo is definitely one of my favorites as well and has become a symbol of casual, chic. 

In honor of 80 years, Lacoste has released a small collection to celebrate this mile stone:

Photos: Lacoste

David Burke Kitchen at the James Hotel

If there is any day that is appropriate for brunch, it is Mother's Day. This year, I had brunch at David Burke Kitchen at the James Hotel. David Burke is a chef from New Jersey who was once featured on top chef America and has a few restaurants in the city. 

David Burke Kitchen is a more contemporary American restaurant tucked away in front of the trendy James Hotel in SoHo. The brunch menu features an array of classics such as eggs benedict as well as Burke's take on brunch. For example, there is a drink called "The Morning After."...it was actually very good!

Since it was a beautiful Sunday in the city, we sat outside on the deck in the "treehouse" near the bar area. We opted for the pre-fixe menu which included an appetizer or dessert, an entree, and a Bloody Mary or mimosa. The Bloody Mary was very good! I then had the "waffle grand slam" with waffles, eggs, bacon, and sausage. I hadn't eaten that much for breakfast in SO long. To finish brunch off we got a round of mimosas and the famous monkey bread. If there is one thing you must get on the menu, it's the monkey bread!

Wallis Debuts Autumn Winter 2013 Collection

London clothier, Wallis Fashion, hosted a preview of its Autumn/Winter 2013 Collection at the Bryant Park Hotel. The backdrop for the showing was a view of the Manhattan Skyline from the terrace of the hotel. 

The focal point of the preview was the new, up and coming line "W" designed by Satil Mehta. This new line is for an older, upscale woman who is looking for trends without becoming a slave to fashion. Mehta brings his skills in tailoring and details from menswear to the collection. The new, exclusive "W" line was show cased next to current pieces from the spring/summer collection.

This was my first exposure to Wallis, and it is amazing quality for the price. These are pieces you can wear season after season without spending a large amount. For example, blazers were about 100-$120! Cannot beat that. In the US, you can shop Wallis online.

Satil's new collection was received very highly by the press, and I also recommend checking it out when it debuts. The quality difference between the current line, and the new, upscale one were definitely notable. 

Here's a few pieces that were on display:

The autumn/winter collection is filled with knits, detailed outerwear, and dresses in wearable jersey fabrics.

Downtown Happy Hour

Everybody loves a great happy hour with friends, and I love discovering and trying new restaurants in the city. I found a great place to have happy hour if you find yourself in the Greenwich Village area downtown. 

Hidden down a few steps from street level on 8th street is the 8th Street Wine Cellar. This place hosts an amazing happy hour weekdays from 5-7pm. The special menu includes $6 glasses and an array of bottles for only $18! The assortment includes choices of red, white, rosé, and sparkling. 

My favorite choice during the happy hour is the cava bottle. When you start to get a little hungry, there is a full menu of food that is also equally as good. The food menu includes small plates as well as panini s  and sandwiches.

Next time you are looking to grab a drink with friends, I definitely recommend 8th Street Wine Cellar.

Met Gala Fashion 2013

The Met Gala is one of the most revered events in New York Society, attracting celebrities, models, and designers each year. The event formally starts the Metropolitan's annual costume institute exhibit. It is also an event where everyone is looking to the fashion worn by attendees because each year carries a different theme. This year's Met Gala theme was "Punk: Chaos to Couture".

Punk was very influential in New York in the past. I must admit, I never liked the aesthetic of punk-related culture icons, however, some celebrities managed to pull off the look well last night. I think my favorite might have been Cameron Diaz in Stella McCartney.

Here's some looks from last evening's red carpet:

All Photos Via Vogue Gallery