This week was my first week back in Oakland after an awesome trip to NYC last week.  I had so much fun and here's a little recap.

 

{View from the Wonder Wheel in Coney Island.  You can see the Verrazano Bridge in the distance.}

downtown

I love wandering around the cute little side streets in the West Village and SoHo...

{The Flatiron Building}

{Part of the "America is Hard to See" exhibit at the stunning Whitney Museum in the Meatpacking District.  The museum was absolutely stunning.  A definite must if you're in town.}

{Washington Square Park}

{The amazing pastries at Laduree in SoHo.  They have delicious macaroons too.}

uptown

I was so excited to attend the grand opening of Vivrant Beauty, an adorable beauty boutique specializing in hair care products for natural hair and lots of indie body care brands.  This was a really special moment for me because the shop is also right across from a cute little studio that I called my home in a past life.  It reminded me how much Harlem has changed and inspired me to continue pursing my dream career in beauty.  Even more, the owner is actually a former lawyer - proof that you can leave the law :-)  If you're ever in the New York area and want a unique beauty shopping experience, be sure to check it out!  You won't regret it.

 

brooklyn

I also spent time in Brooklyn visiting Coney Island (finally!) and exploring the beautiful Prospect Park area. [line]

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