Where to stay in NYC:

The Mark Hotel

25 E 77th St, Upper East Side

An Upper East Side art deco-inspired classic, you won’t be disappointed staying at The Mark Hotel. As soon as you walk through the doors, it’s evident that The Mark is no ordinary hotel experience. Designed by Jacques Grange, the mix of modern art and contemporary furniture gives off a sense of polished charm. Bonus perk: it’s right across the street from the ba&sh Madison flagship boutique, making it an easy stop to purchase a vacay-ready outfit before heading to dinner.

The Moxy Hotel

112 E 11th St, East Village

Located in the heart of New York’s East Village neighborhood, the Moxy Hotel is an experience you won’t find anywhere else. The awards this hotel has received are endless – honored on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Award, finalist for NYCxDesign Award, and many more. This hotel is sure to be a destination you will want to come back to.

Best places to eat in NYC:

Misi

239 Kent Ave, Brooklyn

Williamsburg is leading Brooklyn's amazing culinary success, with amazing restaurants on every corner. Misi is the Italian restaurant that everyone is dying to try, and is almost impossible to get a reservation at. Make sure to ask your hotel concierge to help you with a reservation in advance of your stay! Chef Missy Robbins can do no wrong with her handmade pasta dishes and veggie apps inspired by simple Italian cooking. 

Inside tip: The handmade spinach-stuff tortelli, marinated leeks topped with crunchy pistachios, and charred-pepper crostini are the stand-outs on the menu.

Pastis

52 Gansevoort St, Meatpacking

The vintage mirrors, mosaic flooring, subway tiles and overall aesthetic of Pastis will have you in awe before even trying any of the dishes. Much of the original menu is still there, serving traditional French fare. The pastries are sure to transport you to a little café on Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris with just one bite.

Best Things To Do in NYC:

The Guggenheim

1071 5th Ave, Upper East Side

Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the Guggenheim is a must-stop hub for all types of art, housed in a unique environment.

The Whitney Museum of American Art

99 Gansevoort, Meatpacking

The Whitney Museum (more commonly referred to as "The Whitney"), was once a long-time resident of the UES – but in recent years it moved down to lower Manhattan. Now located on the famous High Line in a Renzo Piano-designed building, the expansion of its space allows for larger modern art collections to fill its walls. 

Bonus: It’s open until 10 p.m. on the weekends.

Where to shop in NYC:

ba&sh Nolita

257 Elizabeth Street, Nolita

Opening its doors in 2018, ba&sh Nolita was designed to be a full experience for shoppers to discover their dream Parisian wardrobe with friends. Not only can you stop by the store for a complete styling revamp, but you will have so much fun doing it. The ba&sh Nolita sales associates are so excited to greet new customers, especially customers new to the brand. Check out the photobooth in the back and make lasting memories, or relax with a coffee on the spacious couches while our stylists show you what's new. Fridays from 5-7pm are the best time to stop by and enjoy our Dream Closet happy hour: sip bubbly and browse our mini selection of best-selling pieces from previous seasons to borrow (for free!) for the weekend and return by Monday before you head home.

Something Navy

379 Bleecker St, West Village

Beloved NYC fashion influencer and mom, Arielle Charnas, known for her blog-turned-brand Something Navy, opened her first retail location in 2020 on Bleecker Street. Since opening its doors, visitors have loved the curated collection of jewelry, beauty and fashion brands. The beautiful greenery around the outside and inside of the store is a bonus, giving you lots of instagrammable moments as you shop!

Treat yourself in NYC:

Élan Flowers

26 Grand St, Tribeca

Floral shops in NYC are known for selling beautiful, elegant arrangements you can’t find anywhere else. Élan Flowers is a female-owned business that designs impeccable arrangements. They are perfect as a gift to pick up en route to a friend’s dinner party, or just to smell the roses.

What to wear in NYC:

While New Yorkers tend to dress to impress year-round, winter style is our favorite. As soon as the temperature drops, you'll notice creative layering with oversized jackets, cozy sweaters and comfy pants. The perfect look is paired with stylish tall boots that easily transition from day time casual to your night time ensemble.

New York is one of the biggest fashion hubs in the world, so your night-time look is as essential as day. Finding that perfect festive dress to pair with a chic coat is a New Yorker’s uniform; for dinner-dates or happy hours. Pair with some of your favorite accessories, such as the Caitlin Boot or June Clutch for a show-stopping look.