We did it. Packed our stuff, shipped it out to New York, and we have arrived. Here I sit, at the hotel, figuring out the next steps to making this New York dream come true. It’s a beautiful fall day here in the city. Which it’s strange because two weeks ago, it was still hotter than hot, and now it’s really Fall.
I purchased a 1940′s vintage fur at San Francisco boutique, Mystery Mister, in anticipation for the cold winter months coming. I left my camel hair coat at Wendy’s… still have to pick it up! It still really isn’t cold enough to really wear the new vintage find, but it’s a good time to show you that it’s time to start thinking about winter. Last year, in Chicago, I neglected to buy a decent hat until January. It was impossible to find good hats, even at Target, who smartly decided it was the best time to start selling bikinis. When it’s 15°F out!
Last week, I caved at Zara. It’s been a long, long time since I bought anything from that store. And out of boredom, and on my way to check out what JCrew, I stopped in and ended up picking up a tie-front blouse. I have a few similar blouses like this on standby; a vintage 70′s tie front blouse, and a random 80′s button up. It’s nice to several patterned neutral blouse because they go with everything, and they add a bit of texture to any outfit.
Now I have to go out and find a place to live!
Wearing: Vintage Fur Coat: Mystery Mister • Tie Front Blouse: Zara • Cashmere Tights: Betsey Johnson • Booties: Jeffrey Campbell • Wool Shorts: Courtesy of Bird by Juicy Couture • Bag: Courtesy of Coach • Sunglasses: Prada
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oh you are soooooo brave!!!!!!!! to just pack up and move. Amazing. I hope you love it there …though I know you will. You look NYC already
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haha, i guess! well, i think it has to do with the fact, i’m a navy brat. dad moved us all over the place growing up, so if i have any roots at all, they’re roots on the move.
it’s kind of scary, i have to admit. but it’s going ot be a great adventure no matter what.
Welcome to New York!~
You look every inch the New York dream in that outfit lady! xx
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I’m sure you find a place to live in no time
Gorgeous coat!
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Wow! I love NYC! Actually, if it weren’t for the IFB Evolving Influence conference last month, I don’t think I would have ever fallen in love with the city. The people, its style, the weather… I loved it!
Good luck in NYC! See you there one day soon.
Love,
Jess
HAUTE HAUS
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Yay on the move! And I love the look.
Those shorts are cute with the side buttons. Good luck with housing!
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Love this look! I’m always a big fan of shorts, tights and boots!
Good luck with the move to NYC!
welcome! do be in touch if you want a buddy to scout apartments with downtown or any advice esp for financial district
: ) xo
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wow miss, i have been following you for almost 2 years and i seen you in several places! Well i have to say New York is a no brainer for you…it seems like that is where you belong! i hope next year I can go to the IFB conference, i’m anticipating it..
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You look amazing as usual, and the jacket is simply awesome. Good luck with your New York dream! I’m sure everything will turn out great
xx
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You look fabulous. New York suits you.
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Congrats on the move
. It was a great decision, because NYC is just wonderful… ESPECIALLY in the fall!!
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I really need to get on the faux fur coat bandwagon. The new ones are so expensive — vintage is definitely the way to go. Your outfit looks so sweet and cozy!
How exciting! Good luck in NYC! It’s an amazing place and will be perfect for you!
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I love the shorts and tights together!
Welcome to New York. I’m sure you’re going to have a blast living here.
Wow, congrats on the move, that’s awesome!
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You look fabulous on your first day in New York!! Good for you for making the brave move:)
I’m working towards relocating there as well within the next four years….hopefully you will still be there when I arrive…..have fun!!!
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You certainly look like a true New Yorker!
Wishing you health, happiness and proserity in your new hometown.
cutte outfit!
Congrats on your move to NYC!
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welcome to the east coast
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Hope you love it here!
welcome to ny! can’t wait to read about all your new adventures on the east coast
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Are these the shorts you were wearing today? I loved them.
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Some good sites to have (besides hopstop)…
http://www.freenyc.net/
http://www.nakedapartments.com/renter/how-it-works
http://bedbugregistry.com/
http://www.freewilliamsburg.com/
http://www.ohmyrockness.com/
How exciting you’ve moved to NYC! Every time I visit the city, it always captivates me, and I have secretly harbored a desire to live there (even for a short time) eventually…
I love your outfit-especially the fantastic fur coat! I scored a gorgeous 1940s fur jacket on Ebay last year (for a song… gotta love Ebay sometimes!) with enormous Joan Crawford shoulders. I only got to wear it once last winter (darn Florida winters!), but it is definitely a traffic stopper.
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super gosh-darned cute miss!
Well, you look great! Love the tights! Good luck with your home search!
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Well done on your move to New York. It is always invigorating to move to a new city so I’m sure you’ll find lots of doors opening and opportunities.
Love the “look” - just wish my clothes would drape upon me with such style!
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welcome to the city!!! looks like you are already all set, but f you need any help, drop me a line
(we met at the all saints store in soho couple of weeks ago!)
Wow - how exciting! My absolute dream!!!
Luv Friend in Fashion
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I’m so sad we didn’t get to spend more time while you were back in California. But I am super excited for you and your new life in NY! You belong there Jennine!
Wow, congratulations on an exciting move, Jennine!
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I had no idea that you had moved to NYC! Congrats - I hope to see you soon!
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Hi Jennine!
I’ve always wanted to go to New York. I think it’s amazing. I hope you have a great time there.
And I think I haven’t told you but your blog inspires me. You inspire me. I also have a fashion blog but it has only been put up recently. It’s called http://themazuona.blogspot.com It’s basically about the style of people in Abu Dhabi and the little things that inspire me here and there. I hope you don’t mind that I linked you up. I really believe that you are a source of inspiration, and the people of Abu Dhabi are missing a lot if they haven’t visited your blog. 
Cheers to you and your blog! More power!
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Congratulations and welcome to the Big Apple! Love those tights.
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Love this post! I’m moving from London to NYC in Dec, I’m in the process of working out how to ship everything (including my wardrobe!) and get a flat sorted too. I’ve got some good tips how to make my first days go smoothly already
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Smart move buying a vintage fur coat. I froze my first coupla years in NYC in my SF coats.