Raison d’Etre: Hard to nail down as priorities continue to change over time but- in an attempt to give an answer (and provide some positive personal affirmation)- Family. Every decision I make, goal I set for myself, and the key to my happiness- all revolve around family.
Job: Attorney
Live: Park Slope- Brooklyn
Happiness: I love my Friday nights… not in a caution-to-the-wind or dancing-on-top-of-the-bar way… Sadly, I love coming home on a Friday night, hanging with my husband, swirling wine in a glass with takeout, and a week’s worth of DVR (it’s only recently I’m openly admitting to this).
Brunch: A staple in my world- always accompanied by something sweet and something savory. Local favorites Rose Water, Applewood, and, for the savory days- lasagna at Al Di La!
Drink: Has to be the JakeWalk on Smith St… It’s like the perfect mashup of Smith & Amp; Vine and Stinky (also on Smith St). Amazing wine list, serious cocktails, and a charcuterie lover’s paradise- all in a bar!
Eat: The most memorable and magical meal I’ve had was at Taillevent in Paris.
Escape: My husband an I alternate between tropical locales and international destinations but- without a doubt, Rincon, Puerto Rico ranks at the top- it’s where I met my husband.
Read: Outside of New York- any trashy tabloid will do!
Listen: Damien Rice, Ray Lamontagne, U2, Snow Patrol, Embrace, and- lately, The Boxer Rebellion
Watch: 500 Days of Summer, Once, a Chorus Line, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and I will admit it, the Notebook.
Indulge: Cheese of all kinds! When my husband is away- a dinner consisting of a baguette, cheese, and oil.
Shop: I am fortunate enough (depending on who you ask) to work right around the corner from the deadly duo on 5th Ave- Saks & Bergdorfs!!!! Whether it’s during lunch, after a hard day of work, or to socialize with my friends- Saks & Bergdorfs have my back!
Fashion Splurge: My splurge is certainly jewelry, and if that fails, red sole shoes(Christian Louboutin), DVF, Max Azria, Rafe and Tory Burch never hurt!
Aspire: Jackie O’
Charity: Fisher House is a great charity that provides housing for veterans AND their families while they’re receiving treatment from injuries.
Dream: Also an evolving goal… successful career, bi-coastal property (with a lifestyle to match), loving mother, lottery winner?
Accessory: Love Rafe accessories because aside from the entire aesthetic and feeling as though the brand speaks to me as a young urban professional- (who wouldn’t want to be a chic ‘Rafe’ girl), Rafe is a designer who can make even a lawyer lugging around documents feel hot.
