Hi! It’s been a minute. Not gonna lie, it took me a few days to find my rhythm again after this trip and the jet lag was real. New York was a lot. In the best way, but still… a lot. Compared to London, it feels like the city never sleeps, never stops buzzing. I had a full schedule of appointments and saw so many people - old friends, new faces, and everyone in between. I came back with my head spinning and my notebook (okay, mostly my phone) full of impressions I’m still trying to untangle.
This was my first time back in the city in three years, and honestly? It felt like a whole new vibe. I planned differently, moved differently, and most importantly I felt different too. In a good way. I was managing some health stuff and allergies (more on that in part two), and I actually felt like I was in my body more than ever before. If you want me to dig into that side of things, just say the word.
For now, I’m breaking this recap into two parts. First up: everything I wore. Some outfits were carefully planned, others totally thrown together, but all of them shaped by the energy of the city. The second part will be all about what I saw and loved, where we ate, and all the small details that made this trip special.
And here’s the final result - love how it turned out!
I’m absolutely freaking obsessed with this Chanel jacket - you wouldn’t believe how many people stopped me!! Feeling so grateful to be able to wear such gorgeous pieces. In general, I feel like New York is so much less anonymous than London. Everyone’s so chatty! It’s such a fun vibe. Tried on this Toteme skirt, paired with Gucci heels (similar linked here)
Tried on a few dreamy pieces with Aflalo honestly obsessed with everything they do. This leather coat is incredible, worn with the Tarlan pant and Elara sweater. So good!
Good old street mirror pics..some things just never get old, lol
Took this jacket from day to night several times in NY, such a staple. Here I wore it with my new Róhe dress I talked about in my last post
Wearing the Róhe dress without the jacket this time - ballet flats on repeat. I’ve had them for ages and they come with me on every trip. True staples
This dress is absolutely fantastic - it comes with a cape layer on top, and you can wear it both ways. Love a versatile piece that feels special and smart. I’m equally in love with this one and this one too
I also wore this beauty of a dress - definitely a bit risky, but absolutely worth it. You know how much I adore scarves, even in summer, and my cherished fortuny scarves are always by my side
All the places we ended up at will be featured in Part II
The chicest Chanel jacket with feathers, a silky skirt, and vintage Gucci once again. I went out every night - literally a dream trip - and discovered so many amazing spots…
..more soon!!
X, Carrie
Carrie’s Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
Absolutely divine. Your taste is immaculate! That Tove dress with the scarf is chef's kiss
Gorgeous! I would’ve definitely stopped you on the street to ask about that Chanel jacket 😍