Sometimes when my friends and I get so caught up with life and work, we like to joke “wouldn’t life be so much easier if we just got up, went to the country, and worked at the local supermarket?” But then we just laugh, and realize “no, never.” It’s that rush of being in a city. That drive. The feeling of constantly hustling. Making connections. Always learning something new…whether it be setting up the cable in my loft, or learning to be a better friend/sister/or daughter. The feeling of being able to get up and go travel. To explore a new city. To meet new people. To be strong enough to cut out the bad ones. That rush of excitement, of being constantly on your toes. Never knowing what will hit you the moment you leave your front door. First you’re battling the beast of the subway, the rush at the airport, but once you get into your little haven…your final destination…your home, your corner in your favorite cafe, you feel so much better. All the craziness and stress you felt before instantly fades away. You forget anything that’s been bothering you before. Traveling is a healer. Coming home is a healer. My favorite quote is “the road is better than the inn.” Sometimes it’s the challenges, crazy times, and stories that happen along the way to your final destination that make you smile and feel grateful. That’s a bit of how I’ve been feeling lately. Especially with my new home in DUMBO. When I’m here, it’s like all negative feeling fades away. It’s my refugee, my safe zone, my creative place, and my happy place. Nobody knows where I am. But it is still the journey of getting here that makes me smile. The people that got me to sitting here, writing this blog post, looking out over to see the twinkles of the Williamsburg Bridge. I can count on my two hands the important people in my life. And I like that. Simplicity.
I still don’t know how many planes I’ve been on. How many cities I’ve been to. How many shoot locations I’ve been on. How many taxis I’ve hailed. How many cars I’ve hopped in. But when I sit back, I realize I wouldn’t have life any other way right now. Free of any ties. Free to be me. It’s nice doing whatever the hell you want, and realize…THE WORLD IS MINE. And the rest falls into place. Just cherish all the wackiness that comes in between. I just want everyone reading this today to feel that.
“THE WORLD IS MINE.”
For a few days, Florence was mine. And it was refreshing. It’s one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever been to. There’s a calmness to it, and it was just like a movie set. I dream of Firenze because I’ve never seen a city like it.
// Miu Miu sunglasses, Minkpink top, Cameo skirt, Muuba shearling coat, Opening Ceremony boots, Marie Turnor handbag //
Florence is incredible and so romantic!! I can’t wait to visit it again someday soon! You look beautiful and so stylish, as always! 🙂
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Beautiful writing! I completely relate – sometimes I consider the possibilities of living a more simple life in the country but I am too eager and hungry for that! Loving these photos from Florence.
Avanti
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Florence is so beautiful. I love it! And your styling is always on point x
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wow this place is beautiful
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This post makes me miss Italy so much <3 Both you and Florence are gorgeous, love your outfits too xx britishmermaid.blogspot.co.uk
wow!!!
lovely photos and I really like your style!
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Florence is incredibly beautiful …. Loved all your clicks…xo, Neha
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great photos!
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wow. looking so fabulous head to toe
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Amazing post
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Florence looks beautiful!! Amazing photos~
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Stunning pictures as always 🙂 The skirt and glasses are really awesome !
Such a lovely skirt!!! I love Florence as well, need to book a trip there pronto!
Beautiful post, I could relate to the first line so much! I love how you’re so in love with life. <3
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Totally love the skirt!
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Stunning<3
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beautiful photographs! <3
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Amazing pic! 😉
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Stunning photos! Love love love your style. So chic! xx
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It made me a bit emotional to read what you wrote. It’s super true and you put everything I believe in words so so well. Love the photos too! Italy is just so beautiful 🙂
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that is so well written and you are simply marvelous girl !
Such beautiful pics and love the well put together outfit so sexy !!
You and Firenze look gorgeous! I’m definitely a city girl too. Small towns are cute to visit but I know I’d get too bored living in one. I love the energy of big cities.
Really love your style and blog in general!!
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Amazing skirt and pictures are beautiful like always 🙂 I love your blog and style and thank you for your sweet comment you made my day 🙂
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Oh, I love it! Gorgeous look
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Beautiful look, I am loving that skirt!
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Love your skirt!
Love,
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Thanks for stopping by Natalie! Loved the outfit, it’s so fun and off-balance chic in a good way. I missed Florence too, I studied abroad there three years ago. Keep in touch!
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Beautiful skirt, you look fabulous.
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Love these pictures of italy! SO gorgeous. I love that orange skirt. Such chic pics <3
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Oh I adore these beautiful looks!
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Really cool and nice look , you are fab! kiss
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A beautfiul Post and Outfit 😉
regards , mandy
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