27.6.10

Wall St and other streets

So my friend and I went to Wall Street just because. Well, just because... we wanna take pictures. LOL. And maybe because whenever we head downtown, we always go to SoHo, TriBeCa, or West and East Village... never lower. It was a fun-filled day of crazy picture taking.
The infamous Wall Street.
Mr. Watts must've read How to Pose Fashionably 101.
It's crazy outside the church gates, but in here, there's enlivening peace. No pun intended.
That must be some important building :)
My friend, Mae, and I were kinda talking what if there's something that will appear in the picture that was not there. Thank heavens there's none. Or is there?
Someone offered to take a picture of us. Oh, the kindness of a stranger.
Mae's kinda wacko. She can't decide which pair of sneakers to wear so she wore one of each pair. Problem solved, right?
When no one's around, you can pretty much do anything.
Then we walked... and walked... and walked... (What else to do in NYC than walk? Oh yeah, shop!)
And we sit too... when told to do so :)
Got our Mr. Softee. It was freakin' hot that I need to finish it up in no time before it gets all messy.
We did kooky things in places people actually see.
Acted like it's perfectly normal sitting on the streets where cars are passing.
And jumped for the nth time to capture up-in-the-air moments. This is the best I could go before getting my lungs collapsed.
And looked totally exhausted after jumping and sitting and rolling and whatevering.
Mind the background. Everyone's in twos here. We're like, is this some sort of Noah's South Seaport rent-controlled ark?
Oh well, who needs a man???!!! Not me.
And there. LOL. The funny thing about NYC is, things happen in the most unlikely time and place. This is a random guy who just joined in when he saw my friend is taking a picture of me.
We also had our contemplating (at least we tried) moments as we ponder to cross the Brooklyn bridge figuratively.
So much for the contemplating and pondering.
Now, that's a big thing to ponder. I was tempted to buy that brown purse. Thank God for my friend. She talked me out of it because she knew I have way too many brown purses. They should have made it in other colors too!
We headed back to Herald Square for me to kill the time while Mae went to her class for an hour. And then there standing in the middle of the streets--mannequins for Sidewalk Catwalk. I will be doing an entirely different post about this. A lot of designers displayed their work, and of course, it's awesome.
Then we went back downtown in search for a new place to eat dinner. Then we ended up eating Halal in the park. I met a lot of interesting people that day. Like that Pakistani guy who owned the store.
Then we saw this big thing.
And when I was doing this, some guy shouted "Look out! It's gonna fall!" I should've shouted back "Help!"
Everything is always lighter when we have a friend to carry it with us.
A lot of strangers made my day.
But a friend perfected it.

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PS. Mae and I just made a blog about NYC. There is just so much more about New York... and we'll be very happy if you celebrate this city with us! I know you heart NY :) Please visit http://everythingnewyorkcity.blogspot.com/ and feel free to follow and comment. :)

81 stylish comments:

Jennifer Fabulous said...

What an amazing day and utterly FABULOUS photo shoot to document it! These photos are stunning and you and your friend look adorable!

the girl in stiletto said...

i'd love to come to nyc just to take photos with you haha!

Style, She Wrote said...

Great pictures! Looks like a lot of fun! Love those denim pants.

Tanvi said...

I saw NYC through your pictures ... You look so cute in your outfit! :) Thanks for dropping by my blog

Fab Five said...

Hahaa these pictures are really great! It looks like you two had a wonderful time in the city... My sister and I are visiting next weekend to NYC and hopefully we will be taking pics ourselves :)

Marta Castellanos said...

AAA i LOVE YOUR CITY!! I have to visit it!! xoxo

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Sovina said...

hey thanks for stopping by my blog..love your blog....i haven't been to NY but i always have been fascinated by it..the people there..running across the crosswalks, the high rise buildings and super fashionable girls like you roaming around in the city (through sartorialist) ..love everything about it..love this outfit of yours too...everything is super cool but pants are to die for !!!

Have a great week ahead!!!
Love
Sovina
http://weddingonthecards.blogspot.com/

Closet Fashionista said...

Fun! Love the photos and outfits
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Nico said...

oh how fun! you guys make any day a fab day. lol. if only WALKING is permissible here in LA. :/ taking the metro is even worse. have a good one!

Sidewalk Chic said...

Your photos are making me so, so nostalgic. I lived on John Street for a summer and walked by Wall St. and all the things you posted -- that street vendor, the red structure--- everyday. Gosh, I miss it all!

Unknown said...

lovely pics

Anonymous said...

BETZ!! i missed you!!
how have you been?! :)

i just read your previous entries and that snippet of your conversation with your parents is just cute! haha!
am already 25 and none of my parents has ever mentioned my marrying age.. i dont even think they embrace that idea.. yet. ha!

anyhoo, i am loving ur outfit! that fedora hat, loose shirt, high-waist trousers, thin belt and down to your cut-out oxfords is just perfection! ahluvettt!

looks like you pretty girls had so much fun! am still counting the possibilities of me visiting NYC soon.. oh when oh when! haha!

<3,
toni perfumedredshoes.blogspot.com

Ajenda said...

The the pictures! Great hat by the way!

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Anonymous said...

Oh how nice, and they didn't steal your camera or anything

mr watts scares me

PixelHazard

Cherie said...

oh new york! i love all your pictures and it looks like an amazing day for you :) your whole ensemble is just chic!

Parade of Dresses

Josie said...

You are TOO adorable! These pictures are so fun and fabulous, and of course you look absolutely amazing. I love that New York is your playground!
xo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

Marta Di Marco said...

Love your outfit! O MY GOD, i'm so jealous! New York is my dreamed city (alongside Tokyo eheheh :-D)!!

Audrey Allure said...

Great pictures! :) You & your friend look fabulous!

Keith said...

These are great photos. It looks like you had a fantastic time. I bet it was fun. Thanks for commenting on my blog. Have a great week.

kookie kulasa said...

such a happy post, betz! made me smile :)

I'm doing good, by the way. I'm anticipating that it'll be a stressful week at work next week but I'm still alive and surviving ;) I've gone one another adventure this past weekend--will post about it soon.

I hope all's well with you, too! Though it looks like you're having a fab time :)

Rue des Modèles said...

wow lucky girl! Great pics and amazing outfit

Rachel Tanski said...

gosh, howd you do all that in the boiling heat?

Unknown said...

fab pics! such fun x

Missy
Blending Style, Beauty and Fashion
http://thefashionfusion.blogspot.com

Isquisofrenia said...

so far my fav outfit, you look stuning love thosepants and that hat and everything
x!

Gizelle Faye | Vanilla Ice Cream said...

betz! this has got to be my favorite outfit from you, so far. just love the pleated cropped pants, the shoes, the top..and the hat! and i really enjoyed looking at the photos you took just walking around in new york..wish i can go there someday...

♥ vanilla ice cream ♥

FASHION CHALET said...

Great blog.

I ♥ new York!!

http://fashionchalet.blogspot.com

xx

michelle_ said...

i love your fedora hats and the lace up shoes !!

Jannie said...

now i really, REALLY want to come to NYC now. :D love the picture document of your day with your friend. first of all, both your outfits are cute. the scenery is cool and chic too. that was also nice of some strangers to take pics of you and your friend too. :)

aww... thank you so much for the compliment on my eyes. you've got the prettiest face and the style to match too. take care, betz. :)

enjoy your summer. :D

The Sydney Girl said...

nice piccies~! looks like fun! x

Anonymous said...

coolest pictures ever *envy envy* hey, let's exchange town! ;)
and i love the quote in the end of the post!

Castor Pollux

Charleston said...

love the pictures and poses! x

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Anonymous said...

what an amazing adventure Betzz...love the outfit...it feels that you are in for a walk the entire day...so comfortable yet so fab...love your pants dear...

I miss reading your blogs...

take care
Sweet
http://pensandlens.wordpress.com

Chloë, Wardrobe Quarry said...

great photos, I love that your friend wore one of each shoes, thats so cute.

Unknown said...

wish i was there x

Couture Carrie said...

Really fun pics, darlings!
Love your fedoras!

xoxox,
CC

P.S. Will go check out your other blog right now!

noone said...

These are great pictures! Looks like you had a great time there. I've never been to NYC but I'd love to go there someday. There's so much going on & places to shop and eat!

style said...

nice blog huny

JoannaMIKO said...

dear you looks perfect!
i love your all outfit, so mutch

ps. great hat

xx

Jaime @ laviejaime said...

Loving you 2 in the fedoras!

Devina said...

Hey great outfit... SO fun and SO CHIC...

Loved your messenger bag so much...

Thanks for your comment..

Unknown said...

Oh my gosh I love this! You guys are adorable times a million, and I love all these pictures! Haha and I love that your friend wore two different shoes!

Anonymous said...

It looks like the perfct day. There's nothing like spending the day with a good friend, making crazy things and taking lots of pictures!

:)

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

You girls look adorable. What fun locations for a shoot!

Anonymous said...

bec, aw love your photos, so much fun and cute :)
and your outfit to, nice nice.

joei ♥ said...

visited your nyc blog already, betz! added it to my blog links also :)


☆ definitely, maybe.

Becky Tjandera said...

Aww I really want to go to New York ! Seems like a lovely place with lovely people ! So weird because it's a big city ! Wow . Haha . Lovely photos , I love what you wore ;)

Dorothy Souhuwat said...

nice post...
so wanna exchange link??

Flashes of Style said...

Wow you look gorgeous! And this looks like such fun :)

djespuhr said...

You got some insider tips on great stores in NY? I love your style

Charly said...

Wooow I love this post, going out for the day simply to take pictures is soo much fun! Love your hats and can't wait to return to New York now :)

Charlyx

http://x-whatiworetoday-x.blogspot.com

Gorgeous Glam said...

Wow so many great photos! This looks like a lot of fun girl! xoxo

UnoCosa said...

yes, new york is amazing!!! and you looked fantastic, xx

michelle_ said...

thanks for ur comment love !
looking forward to a new post form you :)

www.glistersandblisters.com

B a la Moda said...

Lucky you that can be there! Love you high waist pants.

xoxo
B* a la Moda

Anonymous said...

Lovely pics, great hat!;)

Arushi Khosla said...

I love your header!

Isabel said...

love the pictures!

Isabel @ Walk of Fashion

Kira Aderne said...

very cool hat in NYC! I am crazy about this style! I wish I can buy a hat like that for me too so soon!

Sher said...

Wow, I definitely need to check out your NYC blog if ever I get there! This looked like the most amazing day! And I really love your top and the cute hat!!

p.s. Greece is definitely safe enough for solo travel. I stayed in Athenstyle hostel which was very near the train station and the major attractions, so it's highly recommended. You absolutely need to visit the islands when you're there! I enjoyed Santorini so much more than Athens:)

xx

Lexy @ QUIRKY EXPLOSION said...

Well, I can see why you went there if only for PICTURES. The pictures are fabulous!

*sigh* I'm so jealous. I do <3 NY.

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Winnie said...

Loooove NY! I wish I was there right now!

Rosie Unknown said...

That looks like an absolutely amazing day!

Manon said...

I love these photos! Looks like so much fun.

stylefrontier said...

oh this trip looks so awesome and fun
your outfit is totally adorable!

xoxo

Victoria said...

Great post ! Awesome pictures of NY!

Julia, the Thanksgiving Girl said...

This is such a fun post, looks liek you girls had a blast!! Beautiful shots of teh beautiful city! And I love your outfit - teh fedora, thos pants and tee are just perfect! LOL at "How to Pose Fashionably 101" haha This part made me laugh!!

Fashion Insanity said...

You look great, nice pictures! Love the hat!!

Anonymous said...

you've got a great blog, keep it up!
i'll be back for sure to see more inspiration from you
loving it all, thanks for sharing
and thanks for your sweet comments, it means the world

-cma
COSMICaroline.blogspot.com

Vivian said...

lovely pictures!!!
you look great!! omg i want to go to nyc one day!!

A Gluten Freestyle said...

AMAZING post - love every one of these photos. And your outfit is awesome. Those blue trousers are perfect!
x

Analisa said...

Hahaha I love the big red thing and all the photos in this post!

Jennifer Ortakales said...

OMG! I love, love, love NYC. You are soo lucky you live there. Those fedoras are uber cute, and your outfits are fabulous!
I've given you an award on my blog...I hope you'll check it out!

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Unknown said...

you both look gorgeous!
xxx

Ibyang said...

such a lovely post. and i had fun just seeing your photos because you and your friend are obviously having fun ;)

Sonum said...

Great outfit, so trendy!
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Imogen said...

This looks like such a fun day in a fabulous city. You have some wonderful pictures and I love your sweet outfit. I wish I had your shoes!

little Go said...

AMAZING OUTFIT !!!!!! & actualy you have amazing day.
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E said...

I love the modern take on this classic look! Great hat!

lauren said...

love. love. love your outfit!!! so stinking cute!!!! omg, head to toe perfection.

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inge luciana said...

wow!! Fantastic days in NYC!!
So cool..
I love all your photos, they show me happiness from your experience.
amazing!

Fashion Court said...

love these! nyc is the best :o)