All posts by Emily Kammeyer

An Evening of Self-Care with Aveo Vision at Chillhouse

July 31, 2019Accessories Gal, Beautyaveo vision, chillhouse, self-care, sustainable beauty, sustainable contactsEmily Kammeyer

Self-care is one of those topics of conversation that we often talk about but don’t take action to bring into our lives. Taking time for ourselves is easier said than done and often goes overlooked when looming deadlines are around every corner.

Last week I was was excited to spend the evening with a fantastic contact lens brand called Aveo Vision pampering ourselves at one of my favorite spots, Chillhouse.

Aveo Vision is a sustainable, affordable contact lens brand that offers daily contacts. They are able to offer a superior lens at an affordable price point because they manufacture the lenses themselves. Aveo’s mission is to make better eye health accessible to everyone, by offering affordable daily contacts produced as sustainably as possible.

Aveo Vision is the only subscription-based direct-to-consumer daily contact lens company that is vertically integrated, owning both the manufacturing and distribution.

Our evening of self-care was filled with massages, manis and vision tests. I have been a fan of Chillhouse for the last few years ever since I fell in love with nail art. Chillhouse is a destination for some of the best nail artists in NYC. On top of that the space is stunning, super fun and they offer fantastic massages (definitely will be coming back for their CBD massage!)

This year was my first time really getting glasses…with a prescription in them. I was excited at first, because who’s mad at another accessory? But it got old fast. I love having something fun to wear every once in a while, but when I would get out the door without my glasses it was less than stellar. The honest truth that I can’t read street signs from a block away became very real.

I am so excited to be getting my first pair of contact lenses with Aveo Vision so I don’t have to worry about leaving the house blind again!

Thank you, Aveo Vision, for partnering with me on this post. Everything I choose to write about is 100% my own choice and opinion.

The Modern Nightcap With Cambria Hotels

July 28, 2019Accessories Gal, Culture, travel, Uncategorizedbest nyc hotels, cambria hotels, modern nightcap, nyc hotelsEmily Kammeyer

I love to travel! Experiencing new and exciting countries and cities is one of my favorite things to do. I’ve had the opportunity over the last few years to travel for work to lots of exiting places. Last year I spent most of the month of August traveling through China. One of the things I learned while on my adventure through Asia was finding time for myself and winding down was easier said than done.

Winding down at the end of the day can mean more than an after-dinner cocktail (though don’t get me wrong, I love those as well). I’m so excited to be partnering with Cambria Hotels to share their new Cambria Nightcap Program with you.

Cambria surveyed business travelers and found that close to 50% of travelers are drinking less alcohol than they used to when traveling for business and almost 90% of those surveyed want to end their day by indulging in a little luxury.

Cambria is redefining the nightcap and helping business travelers wind down with little luxuries by providing guests with two new ways to enjoy a personalized capstone to their day. You’re used to grabbing an after-dinner drink at the bar, right? Well what about aromatherapy in your room? A facemask? Probably not. When Choice Privileges members check-in at Cambria Hotels in New York, Dallas, Nashville, New Orleans, and Pittsburgh, they are given the option of one complimentary item from the following:

-Facemask

-Shower Burst

-Herbal Tea

-250 Choice Privileges Points

-$5 beverage voucher

Guests and locals can stop by the bar and try one of the options off the Modern Nightcap Menu:

-Milk + cookies

-Milk punch cocktail

-Chamomile Lavender Tea

-Local craft beer flights

For me, those little luxuries while traveling are everything. Cambria is perfect for travelers who are looking for design-forward, upscale, hotels. Thank you, Cambria Hotel New York – Chelsea for having me at your gorgeous hotel!

Thank you, Cambria Hotels, for partnering with me on this post. Everything I choose to write about is 100% my own choice and opinion.

Reset & Recharge With L’Occitane

June 12, 2019Beauty, Uncategorizedkiss and mask up, lip care, loccitane, loccitane lip balm, my locci lipsEmily Kammeyer

Making time for yourself can be easier said than done. We all want to achieve, accomplish and be that boss that we strive to be! But honestly, making time to recharge and find that glow you might be lacking is just as important as going going going.

Today I’m carving out a bit of detox time with one of my favorite ladies to explore the beautiful Brooklyn Botanical Gardens in my neighborhood. Being immersed in nature always helps bring me back to neutral and inspire my creativity. Feeling a bit more at ease and joyful truly shows through in how you look and feel.

Today I also added L’Occitane’s new line of lip products to add a bit of natural glow. In a world of more is more, I like to break the mold. I love their new lip products because less is more with this look.

The best part is their new 3 step system makes it easy to get summer ready lips! (shopping widget with 3 step products)

Step 1: Exfoliate with the Delicious Lip Scrub (smells so yummy you’ll want to eat it!)

Step 2: Use the Delicious 3-in-1 Multi-Balm to prime your lips for the tinted balm (also love this for an overnight lip treatment for seriously chapped lips)

Step 3: Tinted Lip Balm! The perfect amount of color for that natural summer glow! It’s my favorite way to look effortless in the summer.

Best of all, all 3 products are filled with natural ingredients!

Thank you L’Occitane for partnering with me on this post. Everything I choose to wear or write about is 100% my own choice and opinion.

Jewelry With Purpose

February 28, 2019Accessories Gal, Fashion, UncategorizedEmily Kammeyer

Jewelry is often a statement to the world about your personal style, your aesthetic, sometimes your standing in society. The jewelry I wear daily tells the story of where I’ve been, the people I love most and the life I’ve lived. Each piece is a memory and reminds me daily of the ones I hold nearest and dearest to my heart.

When I discovered AU Rate recently, I was immediately drawn to it because of it’s beautiful simplicity, it’s craftsmanship but then, more importantly, it’s giving. With every purchase they donate a book to a child in need. I loved the beautiful little insert in the package telling me exactly the book given to the child in need, Runner by Carl Deuker.

Buying something for yourself always sparks that bit of joy. When it does good, it makes the purchase that much more sparkly.

Leopard Print

October 10, 2018Uncategorizedfall trends, leopard, leopard print trend, leopard skirtEmily Kammeyer

Leopard is one of THE trends of the season. If you’ve walked down any street in the last few weeks, you’ve seen it everywhere. Personally, I’m a huge fan. When chatting during New York Fashion week backstage with the lovely Precious Lee, she told me, “Leopard is my favorite color!” So yes, leopard is happening my friends, so how will you integrate it into your wardrobe?

I am totally in love with a leopard skirt! So much so that I now own a few. I paired this Michelle Mason skirt with a classic black ankle boot, Chanel bag and white T-Shirt. Sometimes more is more, but for this look, I like to see the statement piece shine.

Shop a few of my favorite leopard pieces this season:

Shop the post: T-Shirt: lululemon c/o // Skirt: Michelle Mason (similar) // Jacket: Marissa Webb (similar) // Shoes: Alexander Wang // Sunglasses: Celine // Bag: Chanel // Bracelet: Celine // Earrings: Sophie Lis // Hair: Playa

Photography by: Michelle Rose Photo

Fringe Dress For Summer

June 14, 2018Accessories Gal, Fashion, Uncategorizedfringe dress, fringe dress for summer, intermix, intermix dressEmily Kammeyer

That perfect summer dress is one that makes you feel effortlessly put together. You can throw it on with a great pair of heels, sandals or even sneakers and head out the door feeling like a million bucks. This number for Intermix does just that for me and is now on sale for $199! Lately I’ve been wearing it everywhere from the office to weekends away.

I love a dress that has movement and I’m always a sucker for fringe or tassels. The fringe at the hem of this beauty is so much fun and perfect for a spin (hello, this number is made to hit the dance floor). I paired mine with a pair of white ankle boots from Mojo Moxy (so comfortable p.s.).

My summer style is always a combination of comfort, fun and texture. I wouldn’t necessarily say I have a uniform, but this look wouldn’t be a bad one to adopt. What is your go to summer look? Do you have a formula that helps you get dressed during those warm weather days? I would love to hear from you guys!

Fringe Dress // Dress: Intermix c/o (on sale for $199!) // Bag: Gigi New York c/o // Shoes: Mojo Moxy c/o // Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters // Earrings: Shourouk (similar here)

Photography by Lydia Hudgens

Warm Weather Workout Gear Refresh

May 17, 2018Accessories Gal, Fitnesslululemon, summer running clothes, summer workout gear, Warm Weather Workout Gear RefreshEmily Kammeyer

Summer is finally here, friends! I could not be more excited and I have been taking every opportunity possible to lace up my sneakers and head out for a run. Running is one of my favorite ways to sweat.

Since moving to Brooklyn last year, I often run home from the office, it’s the best way to commute. My trail home is 5 miles of my version of “therapy.” It’s my me time where I work through my deepest thoughts or just jam out to some disco house funk.

I have a bit of exciting news to share with you! I will be running the NYC marathon this year! That means this summer is going to be filled with LOTS of miles, cross training and hopefully a whole lot of stretching (trust me, I’ve learned my lesson).

So as the weather starts to heat up I’ve been looking for some great new pieces for my summer workouts. Here are a few of my favorite pieces I’ve been perusing lately:

For your run:

For the bike:

For the mat:

Shop the look // Top: lululemon c/o // Sports Bra: lululemon c/o // Jacket: lululemon c/o // Pants: lululemon c/o // Shoes: APL

Photography: Shane Lavancher

All the Stripes + How to Conquer Monday

April 23, 2018Accessories Gal, FashionAll the Stripes + How to Conquer Monday, how to conquer monday, stripe sneakers, stripesEmily Kammeyer

Happy Monday, friends! Starting the week can either be exhilarating, or to some, soul crushing. It can be hard to be excited to start your week if you’re not in the right headspace. So I’m here to help you start off your Monday on the right foot with a few tips that help me when I’m struggling.

1) Wake up early and plan out your week (this can also be done Sunday). Lay out your calendar so you know what lies ahead. If you have a significant other, do this with them. It always helps reduce my stress when I know what my week looks like.

2) Start your Monday with a bit of meditation. Take 10 minutes before you get started for the day to reset. I love using the apps Headspace and Equinox (in app headstrong) for guided meditations at home.

3) Make a good breakfast. There’s nothing like setting yourself up for the day with a good breakfast. My everyday go to is 2 soft boiled eggs, coffee (with MCT oil) and a piece of fruit. You don’t need to get fancy.

4) Get a workout in! Starting your week with a workout helps set your intention for the week! Saying to yourself that “you time” is a priority can be very effective.

5) Find someone to do Standup with. Standup is a tool my startup-minded husband taught me. Take a few minutes with your significant other, co-worker or friend (in person or over the phone, but you must be standing) to state what you completed yesterday, what are you completing today and what are you blocked on. For me it’s a tool to help me put out into the world what I’m going to accomplish and where I need help.

Are there ways you like to conquer your Monday and set yourself up for success? I’d love to hear from you!

All the stripes!

Jacket: Balmain // Top: Lululemon c/o (similar) // Jeans: I love Tyler Madison c/o // Shoes: Gucci // Sunglasses: Celine // Earrings: Sophie Lis

Photography by: Lydia Hudgens

Fashion Uniform: Trench + Jeans + Heels

April 3, 2018Accessories Gal, Fashionburberry trench, fashion uniform: trench + jeans + heels, mojo moxy, trench coat stylingEmily Kammeyer

It’s safe to say that by the time spring rolls around we are all ready to break out the wardrobe that’s been sitting in the back of the closet for the last 2 seasons. And if you happen to be a New Yorker, you are currently so over winter, it’s not even funny (hello April snow!).

So as we consider our spring wardrobe ahead, it’s easy to wonder, what in the world should I wear out of the house that will get me through the day looking pulled together but ready for whatever comes my way. One of my go to, and always pulled together fashion uniforms is a trench + jeans + heels. These three items should be staples in any woman’s wardrobe.

I added a few of my favorite spring trend forward items to the look to add a fresh update. This macrame bag is on serious repeat while I will spring to come to NYC. It’s also very reasonable for one of this season’s it bags (ringing in between $338- $375). I decided to give the 90’s cat eye sunglass trend a whirl and was actually surprised by how much I liked the shape. I loved the glasses paired with this look, but was careful not to go too trendy with the rest of the styling.

90s Cat Eye Sunglasses:

Small Summer Bags:

Trench Coats:

Lace Up Heels:

SHOP THE LOOK: Top: Zara (similar here) // Turtleneck: lululmeon (similar here) // Jeans: Levis // Jacket: Burberry // Shoes: Mojo Moxy c/o // Belt: Hermes // Bag: Staud // Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters // Earrings: Sophie Lis

Photography: Lydia Hudgens

How To Style Your Favorite Blazer

March 27, 2018Accessories Gal, Fashion, UncategorizedHow To Style Your Favorite Blazer, joanna maxham, veronica beardEmily Kammeyer

I will fully admit that I am a sucker for a blazer. I recently was doing a bit of spring cleaning and realized I have at least 15 black blazers in my closet, all of which I can’t get rid of and seem to feel they have different uses and needs. I realize this makes absolutely no sense and should get rid of at least 50% of them. At this point though, it’s going to require one of my friends and built-in stylists to make me purge them.

A great blazer, pair of jeans and classic white tee has been my go to uniform for years.
On days when nothing else will do, that look always seems to work. My current blazer love affair is with this number from Veronica Beard. I’ve been following the brand for a few years now and know their outerwear and jackets will always make me feel like a million bucks. This double breasted version that I picked up from Intermix is great if you’re looking for a piece that is super versatile. The fabric is a lightweight dark blue wool herringbone with a strong shoulder and just the right length to wear with jeans. Also, one of my favorite parts about the jacket selection from Veronica Beard is they have optional “dickies” you can zip into the interior and change up the look. I have a leather moto jacket dickie from a VB camel coat that can transition into my blazer.

When looking to effortlessly style a blazer,
I like to keep my accessories “simplish”. These boots from Stuart Weitzman are anything but simple. They create a long line that helps you look lean, and a little bit taller than you are. The bag Joanna Maxham is my current all day essential and chameleon of a bag. It holds an entire day’s worth of stuff (laptop, workout clothes, notebook, makeup bag, etc) and is super chic with this jacket. I have the all leather version, but they just recently launched new fabrication which is great for an everyday bag.