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GiGi New York Datebook Sale!
Good Morning readers! The GiGi New York 2015 Datebook Sale is still going strong! Make sure to take advantage of the amazing 50% OFF deal! I got the white embossed leather planner personalized with initials: MRS as a gift for a bride-to-be! Speaking of gifts, the Magenta, Bright Pink, Blush and Salmon planners would make great Valentine’s Day presents too!
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Details: China c/o Chateau En Mae | Kate Spade Thermal Mug | Pocket Datebook
See Full Post here for details–> Part I of My Stay at The Le Meridien New Orleans Hotel with the Glitter Guide
Details: Foldable Flats c/o Yosi Samra | All In One Clutch c/o Gigi New York
Magenta Embossed 2015 Desk Diary
Details: To Do Notepad c/o Sweet Caroline Designs | Wishbone Paperweight c/o Chateau En Mae | Ellen Earrings & Sterling Earrings c/o Kendra Scott | Business Card Holder
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Part II of My Stay at The New Orleans Le Meridien with The Glitter Guide
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photogprahy
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Outfit: Pink Trench Coat (wearing sz XS)| Dolce Vita Harlene Ankle Boots | J Brand Photo Ready Ankle Cropped Jeans | Navy Parker Satchel c/o GiGi New York | Krewe Du Optic Julia Sunglasses (Local New Orleans Designer)
Jewelry: Ellen Earrings & Naomi Ring c/o Kendra Scott
Hi everyone, I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I’m excited to announce that Part II of my New Orleans Girl About Town feature is now live on the Glitter Guide. Check it out at www.theglitterguide.com to get the scoop on my favorite local restaurants and my ideal Saturday night in New Orleans. In case you missed the first feature, you can check it out here–> Part I of My Stay at The Le Meridien New Orleans
I wore this chic trench coat with dark grey jeans and a pair of ankle boots to check-in to the hotel. My favorite part of the trench coat is the color. I’m really into all shades of pink right now especially blush or pastel pink. Also, there is no better time to wear pink than around Valentine’s Day! It’s a nice light weight so you can wear it well into the spring. I can’t wait to wear it with all white!
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Day 1 of my New Orleans French Quarter Stylecation
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Hi everyone! I apologize for the late post today, but I had the worst sinus headache all day. Anyway, I’m all better now and I’m so excited to share day 1 of our New Orleans French Quarter “Stylecation” with you! I teamed up with Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely and Juley of Upperlyne & Co to give you five whole days of New Orleans fashion, food and fun just in time for Mardi Gras! We’ll tell you all of the best places to drink, dine and wine (oh and sleep) in New Orleans.
French Quarter Stylecation: (noun) /stīl/ + \vā-ˈkā-shən, və-\ = a style guide on what to wear to all of the best places to eat, drink, party and sleep in New Orleans!
(not pictured– the ridiculous amount of luggage that we really packed for the week!) Thank goodness that the bell hops were top notch and helped me lug two whole carts full of my stuff up to our room! I give the Saint Hotel not 5, but 6 stars for their impeccable customer service! Check out my twitter (@hauteofftherack) if you want to see what my luggage really looked like!
On Day 1 of our French Quarter Stylecation, we checked into one of New Orleans’ newest hotels, the Saint Hotel located on Canal Street just around the corner from the Quarter. I love the hotel’s modern style with a mix of heaven-meets-hell. The lobby is simply stunning with it’s long dining room table surrounded by lucite chairs and the beautiful chandeliers that hang inside of large gold bells. My favorite part about the rooms other than the perfect city view and comfy beds is the exposed brick walls and long white curtains.
See more on the Saint Hotel tomorrow!
If there is one place that you must absolutely visit in the French Quarter, it is none other than Cafe Beignet. Cafe Beignet on Royal St. is the most darling little spot to enjoy mouth-watering beignets and café au lait! The cafe is open to the street, so it’s perfect for people watching in the Quarter. The characters in the Quarter are pretty interesting even on a normal Wednesday morning! So keep your eyes open!
Cafe Du Monde is another great place to stop for beignets too, but I love the sweet and quaint atmosphere of Cafe Beignet especially when I want to avoid the hustle and bustle of tourists in Jackson Square! It’s a local hidden gem!
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Outfit: Denim| Sleeveless Trench Coat | Sweater | Dolce Vita Ankle Boots | Parker Satchel c/o Gigi New York
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography
Check back tomorrow for Day 2 of our French Quarter Stylecation. Visit A Pinch of Lovely & Upperlyne & Co for their reviews and outfit details.
This post was brought to you by the French Quarter Business Association. All opinions are my own.
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Part I of My Stay at The Le Meridien New Orleans with The Glitter Guide
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography
Hair by: Ginger Dickey | Luxy Hair | Makeup by: Ashley Sievert Beauty | Location: Le Meridien Hotel in New Orleans
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Outfit details: GoGo Dresses in Fushcia and Peony Pink c/o Camilyn Beth | Flirty Foldover Clutch c/o Kelly Wynne | Black Pumps c/o Dee Keller | Jewelry c/o Kendra Scott (new spring collection will be released on January 21)
Pink Trench Coat | Dolce Vita Harlene Ankle Boots | J Brand Photo Ready Ankle Cropped Jeans | Navy Parker Satchel c/o GiGi New York | Krewe Du Optic Julia Sunglasses (Local New Orleans Designer)
Sleeveless Trench Coat | Jenn Bucket Bag in Desert Rose (designed by Jenn of Haute Off The Rack in collaboration with Gigi New York)
Sequin Leggings c/o Candy Apple Boutique (sold out)
Fashionably Late Tee c/o ILY Couture
Travel Accessories: 2015 Planner, Bag Tags, Card Case, Passport Holder, iPad Case & Leather Catchall c/o GiGi New York |
Natural Took Me All Morning Tee c/o Ashley Sievert | New Orleans Style book c/o Andi Eaton | Tieks | Naked On The Run Palette
Hi everyone and Happy Monday! Today is an especially good Monday because my #GirlAboutTown New Orleans hotel feature is live on the Glitter Guide! Head over to their site to read part I of my Le Meridien New Orleans Hotel review! –> theglitterguide.com Plus get my tips on how to plan your first trip to New Orleans and find out where I love to to shop in the city! Don’t worry I’ll be talking all about my favorite places to eat in Part II of my Glitter Guide Girl About Town Feature!
Check out the behind the scenes video from our shoot at the Le Meridien New Orleans hotel by Brooke Boyd!
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Every time I’m in New Orleans, I always want to stop at Felipe’s on N Peters St. to chow down on some fish tacos or I like to run by District Donut on Magazine for some donut sliders. Right now they even have a special King Cake donut in honor of Carnival Season. Those are just two places, but don’t worry I have a whole list of all my favorite places to brunch, lunch, snack and dine in New Orleans!
My Favorite NOLA Brunch Spots:
Court of Two Sisters
Antoine’s
Elizabeth’s
Commander’s Palace
My Favorite Snack Spots In NOLA:
Aunt Sally’s Pralines
Café Beignet
Café Du Monde
District Donut
Sucre
King Cake at Manny Randazzo in Metairie
Snowballs in the summer
My Favorite Lunch Spots In NOLA:
The Rib Room
Juan’s Flying Burrioto
Magasin
Mother’s
Port of Call
Neighborhood Restaurant, Katie’s
Camellia Grill
Cochon Butcher
My Favorite Dinner Spots In NOLA:
Sylvain
Dickie Brennan’s
Commander’s Palace
Jacques Imo’s
Galatoire’s
Café Adelaide
Peche
Latitude 29
Borgne
Domenica
First time in NOLA? Plan out your meals first! Can you tell I’m a foodie? It’s not just me, though—New Orleans is the place to dine! Once you finish your meal itinerary, pencil in a little shopping on Magazine Street and some leisure time to stroll through the St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square and the beautiful streets in the Garden District. I also love walking down Royal Street to admire all of the stunning old architecture, live street music and the brightly colored houses. If you want to try something really fun, schedule a cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking. You’ll be amazed at what you’ll learn! Plus, you get to enjoy wine and a little French Quarter history while you cook. They’ll even show you how to make homemade pralines! One more thing: Do me a favor and don’t leave the French Quarter without stopping for beignets at Café Du Monde or Café Beignet! I promise that they’re worth it!
Shopping: I love shopping at Haus 131, Elle boutique and Sincerely Luxe on Magazine St. as well as the Shops at Canal Place. I always like to stop at Emma’s Shoes and Candy Apple in Metairie on the way to the city as well.
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