Just around the corner. . .
Tank top—American Apparel, Skirt—(vintage) Guess by Marciano, Belt—J.Crew, Sunglasses—Michael Kors, Star sandals—Urban Outfitters
Now, more than ever, I am realizing the truth behind the phrase “look good, feel good.” While I am doing well on my quest to get back in shape before I leave, two a day workouts have left little energy to get ready, thus creating my new go-to “fresh face (read—no make-up) and yoga pants” look. Not my best. Living back home for a month before my internship has been bittersweet. While I am thankful to have the luxury of long hot showers during which the cost of our utility bill does not cross my mind, a queen-sized bed, a pantry stocked with food I didn’t have to shop for and a fully equipped gym in my basement—something is missing. I will likely kick myself for saying that I miss the 24 hour chaos of school and work life. Slowing down and relaxing is wonderful. . .for about the first 5 days of being home. After those 5 days of bliss comes perpetual boredom. Although I try to keep myself busy in the gym and by making long to-do lists that span three days in my beloved Jonathan Adler planner, I am only fooling myself knowing that none of those items are extremely important or time-sensitive. Suffice to say, I am making it through each day knowing that my internship in NYC and summer intern life in Greenwich Village is just around the corner. Among my “important” to-do’s before I leave:
- Learn subway and bus maps in Manhattan
- Compile ambitious list of must-see restaurants, shows, exhibits, festivals, markets & parks
- Make a large photo album of work outfit combinations for internship in order to cut down morning prep time
- Cut down morning prep time from current length (. . .hour and 15 mins) to 45 mins
- Learn different ways to style new haircut and find products to make it happen
- Stay on older brother’s good side in order to ensure open invitation to Boston for a weekend (Love that city!)
- Find eye-catching yet professional outfits for Fashion Campus NYC program
- Compile each NYC contact forwarded from friends/family and make sure to reach out upon settling in
Find and contact a photographer for summerThank Jeremy Smetana!













Photos by Kelsey Novotny














