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Gosh, I’ve been awful about blogging lately! Here’s a quick little recap of what’s been going on and what’s to come…

1. I finished the Broad Street Run! I kept it under 10 minute miles the entire time and walked through most of the water stations – I’m very proud of myself and excited for my next race (the Color Run 5K in Philadelphia, July 8th)!

2. My internship started last Monday and I love it! I don’t think it’s a great idea to post too much about work, but I know I’m going to learn a lot and I really like the environment I am in. I move in to my NYC apartment June 1st and then my summer will really begin – and I can’t wait

3. I’m planning on some fashion posts, maybe/probably a health post, and a few NYC-review type things in the coming month. Until then, I will be reorganizing my life (cough my bedroom cough) and counting down the days until the big move.

xo

Diane

Congrats, Grads!

Congratulations to all of my friends graduating this weekend! Time really flies and I am so proud of you all. And if I were graduating this semester (I’ll be one semester late over here), here’s the dress I would definitely be sporting under my cap & gown!

xox

Diane

Birthday Brunch

Talk about long time no see! End of semester life = little time for blogging, but I had to share this quick post about my 22nd birthday brunch! I went with my best friends to the White Dog Cafe for endless mimosas/sangria and eggs benedict that has me full hours later.  And since Anthropologie was conveniently located right across the street, we had to make a stop. Perfect little Sunday!

xox

Diane

Straw Bags

To complement your tanned fingers and bright nail polish.

To hit your hip as you walk, clad in a breezy summer dress.

To be tossed on your towel as you jump in the ocean.

To carry lipgloss at night and sunblock during the day.

The straw bag is a classic summer staple. What will you use yours for?

straw bags by dw737489 featuring Kate Spade tote bags

xox

Diane

On the Right Foot (and the Left)

A wise person once said, “You can never have too many shoes.” I would like to formally thank that person for facilitating this post.

zara shoes by dw737489 featuring heeled sandals

I can’t even pick a favorite. Must I, though?

xox

Diane

For the Boys

In all these months writing East Coast Style, I’ve never really posted anything for the boys out there.. which is weird, because I actually enjoy looking at men’s clothing on occasion. Here are some things any guy could use in the upcoming summer months, whether it’s hanging at the beach or working in the city.

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Boys have it so easy sometimes.

xox

Diane

NYC Recap (+ exciting news!)

I just got back from a whirlwind trip to NYC last night – with an internship set up for the summer! I’ll be working at a small PR firm in Midtown from May-August. I have about a month to find an apartment, a side job, and figure out all the small details, so combined with school and last-minute Junior League requirements (and my birthday!) it will be a very busy April indeed.

(Where I’ll be working!)

Gorgeous townhomes in Murray Hill

Celebratory Bellinis at Penelope for brunch

My sister and our friend Melissa joined me for the night on Monday and we had to make a stop at Dry Bar. If there’s one in your area, you must try it! Two words: Free champagne. Nothing like watching a girly movie, reading Cosmo, and having a drink while someone does your hair for you!

Crumbs Bake Shop! #totaltouristmove

I’m so, so excited to not only be working in an ideal industry, but to be doing so in a city I’ve fantasized (yes, fantasized, but I know what I’m really in for!) about moving to for such a long time. It sounds cheesy, but this whole experience has proved to me that you truly can do whatever you set your mind to if you’re passionate about it and work to achieve your goals. There is no reason you can’t live your dreams.

Yeah, yeah, pass the Kleenex. And the classifieds.

xox

Diane