our NYC engagement session

On Me // Coat: Forever 21 // White Dress: Missguided // Boots: Carolinna Espinosa // Black Dress: Forever 21 // Shoes: Halogen via Nordstrom // Earrings: Bauble Bar // Lips: Clinique 'Broadest Berry' // Nails: Essie 'A List'

On Matt // Coat: Banana Republic // Suit: J. Crew // Shirt: Banana Republic // Tie: The Tie Bar // Shoes: Cole Haan 

I am so excited to share with you some of my favorite photos from our engagement photo session shot in the infamous streets of the Meatpacking District and LES. Matt and I wanted to go for more of a fashion editorial style and our amazing photographers, Joseph and Christina Mills of Still55, totally delivered. See more photos and their fav shots here. 

As for my outfits, I'm so lucky that I got to style two! I definitely wanted to wear white, but in a more street style sort of way and knew this blazer dress was what I needed. I paired it with ankle boots for a more fall/winter look. My second dress is a nod to my wedding dress.. hint.. lace, lace, lace! And if you know me well, you knew I had to sneak in some leopard print up in here somewhere ;)

P.S. Follow us on our wedding planning adventures here!

Photography by the talented: Still55 Photography

Hair and makeup: Eden DiBianco

Styling: Our own

sneak peek

Just a little engagement photo session teaser! 

Check back tomorrow for a full post ;)

Photography by: Still55 Photography

Hair and makeup by: Eden DiBianco

Styling: Our own

staple street

Top: Zara // Jeans: Express (also love these) // Sneakers: Nike Air Max 1 SP 'USA Camo' // Bag: Rebecca Minkoff // Sunglasses: Ray Ban // Jewelry: Bauble Bar necklace, Michael Kors watch // Lips: Clinique Chubby Stick 'Grandest Grape' // Nails: Essie 'Limited Addiction'

New York City streets are truly like no other. So on lazy weekend days, Matt and I try to take the time to explore and photograph the amazing architecture around the city. I've been wanting to see Staple Street in Tribeca for quite some time, especially because its unique sky bridge. So much character in one alley way.

Photos by: Matthew Barros

getaway

Dress (worn as cover up): Kora Rae c/o // Bathing Suits: American Apparel // Hat: Forever 21 // Sandals: Zara (also love this style) // Sunglasses: Karen Walker 'Super Duper' // Jewelry: Bauble Bar, Jessica Fang // Nails: Essie 'Blanc' // Instant Camera: Polaroid 300

TGIF! Looking for a place to getaway for the weekend? My NYC people, you must visit Rockaway Beach especially at 97th Street. This has been my "vacation"spot for the past two weekends for the fresh ocean air, the sound of the waves and the SUN. Being a Florida girl, this beach has my approval and is one of the top in my books. 

On the boardwalk, there's plenty of food choices, including BBQ, arepas, smoothies/ice cream, banh mi's and much more. There's even a beer garden and live music! What's not to love? If you don't mind waiting a little longer, you MUST try Rockaway Taco - the fish tacos are perfection. What are you waiting for?  Hop on an A train to Queens/Far Rockaway and celebrate the weekend ;)

xo,

Becca

P.S.

I want to wish the happiest of birthdays to the love of my life, Matt! You are my everything and I am so so lucky to have you in my life. Time to celebrate! Love you! #justus

Photos by: Matthew Barros

**Most photos via Instagram

breathless

Maxi Dress: Express (similar here) // Clutch: Zara (old, but similar here) // Sandals: Forever 21 // Sunglasses: Ray Ban // Jewelry: Bauble Bar // Lips: Clinique Chubby Stick 'Mega Melon' // Nails: Deborah Lippmann 'Blue Orchid'

Views like these at the Brooklyn Bridge Park, really take my breath away. The way the sun shines through the clouds.. so heavenly! I like to think that it's God and my guardian angels watching over me.... and/or showing off ;) 

Photos of me by: Matthew Barros

Others taken by: Me

gingham

Dress: Forever 21 (old, but love this version) // Denim Shirt: Zara // Bag: Celine // Sneakers: Report (similar here) // Sunglasses: Ray Ban // Watch: Michael Kors // Jewelry: Bauble Bar, J. Crew // Lips: Sephora 'Scarlet Luster' // Nails: Essie 'Smokin Hot'

These photos were shot last week when Matt and I had dinner at an awesome soup dumping spot in Chinatown. Does the backdrop look familiar? Yes, fun fact! Justin Timberlake's music video 'Take Back the Night' was filmed here on Doyers Street, near (perhaps even inside) a bar you must try: Apotheke. As a pharmacist, I really do get excited about pharmacy/apothecary themed bars. Come on. What's not to love about bartenders in white coats serving up adult beverages that can remedy any ailment? 

Photos by: Matthew Barros

white hot summer

Crop Top: Express (similar here) // Skirt: Zara (last seen here) // Sandals: Forever 21 // Sunglasses: Karen Walker 'Number Two' via Eva Gentry Consignment // Earrings: Bauble Bar // Lips: MAC 'Up the Amp' // Nails: Essie 'Smokin Hot'

Being tourists in our own city, Matt and I took a day trip to Governors Island this past weekend. Any of you NYC locals done this already? So much fun! For a round-trip ferry ride from Brooklyn Bridge Park's Pier 6 to the historic island, it's an amazing $2. Plus, you get some awesome skyline views of downtown Jersey City and Manhattan for your Instagram-ing pleasure. The island is full of parks, green fields, hammocks, food trucks, ice cream and photo-op areas for you to enjoy. Just remember to bring your own blankets, bottled water and SUN SCREEN. Will definitely be coming back to this little slice of paradise.

For more travel tips to Governors Island, see this post from Thrillist here. Enjoy!

xo,
Becca

Photos by: Matthew Barros