The morning light on the New York Public Library steps is a thing of fairytale style beauty.  It’s one of those amazing New York City monuments that makes you feel like you’re in a movie.

I love New York and the hustle.  It’s a city the encourages you to push harder, work harder, run faster and go bigger.  It’s a city of dreams, creativity and fast-paced everything.  I often fall right in step with the city and am at a dead sprint most of the time.  It takes effort to slow down.  This holiday weekend was perfect for a little city staycation and time to pump the breaks.

With the gorgeous September light and beautiful quite city, my friend Shane Lavancher and I shot a very special post.  As some of you may know, I was married in France last year.  It’s a place that holds a very special place in my heart.

When the beautiful site Suzanne Ceremony, which focuses on hair accessories hand crafted in France sent me this amazing crown from Paname, I knew it was going to make me feel a bit nostalgic and very fairytale-esque.  The outfit I created around this beautiful piece was to be inspired by my memories in France last year.  The white etherial skirt that catches the wind paired with a slightly edgy, origami-like top, just felt perfect.

The whole thing made me want to be back in France.  So bon jour to this glorious holiday weekend!

Fairytale Style: Top: Self Portrait (similar here) // Skirt: Rachel Zoe (similar here) // Crown: Paname via Suzanne Ceremony c/o // Shoes: Louboutin (similar here) // Bracelet: Cartier // Necklace: ID Jewelry

Photography by Shane Lavancher