Cocktail Hour: Manhattan

Yep! An obvious choice considering my weekending plans! This drink is a classic from way back when... the 1870s to be exact, at the Manhattan Club in New York, New York. So, enjoy this classic, and while you're mixing your Manhattan, think of me having the most exciting but quite possibly least relaxing vacation ever. I think I enjoy the hustle bustle more than the calm anyway! Happy Memorial Day!

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Eva Sais Quois: New York Getaway

Today, Eva Goicochea from Monkey in Los Angeles has put together some fabulously fun travel supplies to pump me up for my trip to New York City today! I leave at 4:00pm and I couldn't be happier to get out of Columbus, Ohio for a few days! I'm celebrating the very recent (as in fifteen minutes ago) completion of a biiiiiig project so I deserve it, believe me! But anyway, enjoy some of these amazing picks for today's Gift Guide! I am especially smitten of these sunglasses...Are any of you jetsetting off for Memorial Day Weekend adventures? Where to??

1  Wayfarer Sunglasses  in White + Metro by Ray-Ban
2  Industrial Canvas Tote by Jack Spade
3  iPhone Case by Kate Spade
4  Ropey Soles Simple Espadrilles from Madewell
5  The Stylists Guide to New York from Anthropologie
6  Urban Outfitters Lomography Oktomat Camera from Urban Outfitters
7  Striped Case from Marc by Marc Jacobs
8  Kiehl's Lip Balm #1


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Broadway Baby

I am headed to New York City this weekend, and if I had my way, I'd spend the entire day catching up on my Broadway musicals! I have loved them since I was a little kid and my parents would play cast recordings on long car trips. We knew all the words to Cats and The Phantom of the Opera back then... I wish I could see everything, but I don't exactly have that much disposable income so each of the girls going on the trip had to submit their top 5 choices, and then we narrowed it down to one (well, two...more on that later) winner! Here were my top picks:

The Book of Mormon
Written by the minds behind South Park, I've heard this musical is pretty controversial, mostly for the use of bad language. But I've listened to the music, and it seems sweetly heartfelt and surprisingly uplifting. And sold out until forever...

Anything Goes
I am a fan of Sutton Foster (we caught her understudy 2 years ago in this so I still haven't seen her in a show!), and we were all in this musical in high school, so naturally it was on the consideration list!

Catch Me If You Can
I am a huge fan of the movie, and of this era in general...this was the top of my original list, but I don't think the other girls on the trip have seen the movie, or are as obsessed with the 1960s as I am...

The Addams Family
Yes, I realized I skipped Number 4, but only because that was officially declared the winning show (all three of us had put it on our lists!) Anyway, this just seemed like a fun, kooky show that I could just lose myself in for 2 hours.

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
This was declared the unanimous vote, and I am excited about it. I've never seen the show or heard the music, but it seems like a quintessentially "Broadway" show, and that is definitely a good pick if you can only see one show while you're on the Great White Way for a day! Plus, the guy on the right is Daniel Radcliffe...and Anderson Cooper is also in the show, so it has a celeb draw.

And Finally....the second show we're seeing in New York City...

One of my dearest friends growing up (practically since birth) is living in New York and working as an actor in an off-broadway play. He will probably kill me for posting this, but I am so proud of him...so proud that I've drawn a circle around his cute little mug. Mr. Albers, I know you're reading this...I can't wait to see you light up the stage on Sunday!! Love you!

Start Spreadin' the News

See you later, Columbus! I am heading out of town for a (much needed, and very well-deserved) vacation to the big apple for Memorial Day weekend! So in honor of celebrating my trip and getting me pumped up for that 6+ hour car ride with two of my girlfriends from high school, Rachel and Sarah, I am having a New York City themed week here at Jenna Sais Quois. I want to begin by sharing a fabulous map of Manhattan, created by none other than my favorite cartographers These Are Things based here in C-bus. And while you're clicking, check out their shop! You are guaranteed to find something amazing!

Photos via These Are Things

Cocktail Hour: Moscow Mule

The wonderful Leslie from Fresh Out of Lemons suggested today's cocktail, the Moscow Mule, which happens to be Oprah's fave as of late, in honor of her last week of shows! My recipe is a little different from Oprah's, but the result is quite similar! I seriously admire Ms. Winfrey as a tastemaker, humanitarian, and of course, extraordinary host. People have told me I should have my own show someday throughout my entire life. Until then...I always have you lovely blog readers to listen to my ramblings! Anyway, read more about this cocktail, including why it's served in a copper mug here. And enjoy your weekend. Next week has a distinct theme that I'm pretty excited about, in honor of a little vacation I'm taking Memorial Day Weekend...spoiler alert. Cheers!

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Eva Sais Quois: Rainy Day Blues

This week has been so very long, and terribly rainy. I haven't been able to ride my bike to work yet once...but Eva Goicochea of the blog Monkey in Los Angeles has assembled some amazing gift ideas that make the rainy day weather pass much more quickly! And even though she can't send us that Los Angeles sunshine, she can certainly put together some beautiful items to enjoy inside or out!

1  Backgammon Set from Jonathan Adler
2  Crosley AV Room Portable USB Turntable from Urban Outfitters
3  Pantone Espresso Set from Seltzer Studios
4  Colored Pencil Set from the MoMA Store
5  Electric Blue Latte Bowl from Anthropologie
6  One Sketch A Day Visual Journal from Urban Outfitter
7  Zig Zag Throw from Jonathan Adler

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JSQ Lookbook: Au Naturale

Today's Lookbook post was inspired by these amazing Anthropologie sandals. They seriously had me at "hello" and I wanted to base a look around them using naturals, tans, straw, and other summery elements. Also, I am going to be blogging up a storm today to make up for my shoddy posting record this week! I have been super busy working on the summer edition of Edible Columbus magazine, which will be going to print next week. Anyway, enjoy this look and I will have a fabulous Gift Guide post from Eva coming in a few!

1  Clipper Stripe Dress from Madewell
2  Park Bench Fedora from Madewell
3  Parkos woven bangles from Aldo
4  Jessica bag in "Natural" from Straw Studios
5  Texture Bowtie Sandals from Anthropologie

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Hipster Babies in May

You guys know I am obsessed with the Zara's kids lookbook each month. I get so excited when I see new looks. Not only are the kids adorable (how cute is this little girl with her watch?) but the models are styled impeccably like the trendiest of trendy adults. I've blogged about Zara here and here, now check out some of the looks from this month! 

Images from Zara

JSQ Lookbook: Pretty Pastels

What better to counter a terribly cold, and rainy day than with some fresh, light pastels! This Anthropologie shift is so light and crisp, and I am in love with the color palette. The white dress with the pastel stripes works beautifully with bone accessories, plus I've been dying to include that necklace from Kate Spade in a post. So enjoy!

1  Shore House Shift from Anthropologie
2  Sunglasses by Paul Smith
3  Binocular Pendant by Kate Spade
4  Schissel Handbag from Aldo
5  Bullion Bands Sandals from Anthropologie

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Cocktail Hour: Frozen Bellini

This cocktail is a favorite of mine! I actually got to see the bar where it was created all the way in Venice, Italy. Furthermore, it is a favorite at Brucoli family holidays, because it keeps the spirits high, and us expressive (err...loud), Italian women relatively quiet for a while! It is absolutely delicious, and I love any excuse to use my sadly discontinued Martha Stewart KitchenAid Blender! Hope you are all keeping cool on this warm, sunny Friday! Chill out with a fresh Bellini, but as always, drink responsibly. Cheers!

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Eva Sais Quois: Perfect Picnic

After a glorious week of sunshine, some folks in Columbus have already kicked their air conditioning into high-gear. No way, I say! This girl's been waiting for warmth for what feels like forever, and I totally plan on soaking it up until I'm just plain sick of it! This week I've had picnics on the brain as I look forward to a friend's upcoming birthday picnic in the park, and enjoyed a few gorgeous lunches outside. I am ready to pack up a basket filled with some of these suggestions from the wonderful Eva Goicochea of Monkey in Los Angeles, and head for a grassy knoll with a blanket to spread out on! Will any of you be packing a picnic lunch this weekend?

1  Mason Jar Mugs from Pottery Barn
2  Seasons: The Best of Donna Hay Magazine from Anthropologie
3  Spoke to You Lately Tea Towel from ModCloth
4  Blyton 2-Person Picnic Set in Cream from Optima
5  Brillat Savarin Cheese from Dean & Deluca
6  Jamie Oliver Seville Orange Marmalade from Williams-Sonoma
7  Yellow Condiment Spoon from Crate & Barrel
8  Wool Picnic Blanket from Rag & Bone

To check out Eva's other Gift Guide posts, click here! And don't forget to check out Monkey in LA, and my Swell Sips series! This week I said farewell to Winter with a Lumberjack-worthy concoction. Check it out!

JSQ Lookbook: Preppy Picnic

Blogger is back! Hopefully without further incident! My twitter feed was bursting with bloggers who just couldn't go two days without expressing themselves, myself included...my goodness, it's nice to be back on the blogosphere again. And to precede the fabulous picnic themed Gift Guide post later today, I am bringing you a (should have been posted yesterday) JSQ Lookbook post featuring a preppy purple shirtdress and yellow accessories for some complimentary color love!

1  Wanderlust Sumatra Shirtdress in Ultraviolet Stripe by Madewell
2  F7789 Sunglasses from Forever 21
3  Shady Side Small Karen bag by Kate Spade
4  Exotic Ombre Belt from Banana Republic
5  Tipsy Flats by Kate Spade

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Feature Film: How to Marry a Millionaire

This 1953 comedy starring Femme Fatale powerhouses Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable, and Lauren Bacall is a little outdated, but it will never be short of mesmerizing. To see three of the most beautiful actresses in the history of cinema out there scrambling for a man is, well, hilarious. But hey, I like how they aimed high and went for the gold by renting an upper-crust apartment for 1000 bucks a month (in 1953...) and then systematically selling all the furniture so they could pay the rent! It also yields classically antiquated lines such as, "If you don't marry him, you haven't caught him, he's caught you..." It's worth watching the film just to see Marilyn rock a pair of cat-eye glasses that make this four-eyed blogger green with envy. Though I try not to believe her when she spouts off her classic catchphrase, "Men aren't attentive to girls who wear glasses." In short, I adore this movie. Have you seen it?

JSQ Lookbook: Pretty as a Picnic

The weather has been absolutely beautiful. Cold and rainy April is over, and now it's the perfect time to pack a basket full of delicious pasta salad, some brie and french bread, or maybe something as simple as chocolate chip cookies...and of course a bottle of wine, and head for the park! Here is a perfectly prim picnic outfit. All you need next is a full basket, a soft blanket, and someone sweet to spend your afternoon with!

1  Red Flower Print Wrap Sundress from Topshop
2  Natural Grosgrain Grace Hat from Bluefly
3  Picnic Basket
4  Point Breeze Cece by Kate Spade
5  The Whistlestop Sandal from Madewell

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Fragrance Fanatic

Do you have a signature scent that you wear every day? Or are you like me and enjoy changing it up depending on time of day, occasion, or just with your mood? I have a collection of seven different fragrances, and I probably couldn't pare it down to save my life. In fact, it actually keeps growing... Sometimes I move on to something new and exciting, but can't bare the thought of letting the old one go...I mean, why throw out perfectly good perfume? Here are my 7 scents! What are some of your favorites?

1  Daisy Eau So Fresh by Marc Jacobs is my newest addition. It's a perfect spring fragrancy but let's be honest...I would've bought it just for the packaging!
2  With Love by Hilary Duff is one of my favorite scents. Celeb perfume isn't usually so wonderful, but this is so creamy it almost reminds me of chai tea. Perfect for winter.
3  Burberry Brit Eau de Toilette is my current everyday scent. It's lighter than the perfume version and not at all overpowering, which makes it great for work.
4  Euphoria by Calvin Klein is a mostly retired scent that I was obsessed with in the midst of my college days. It's very strong, and definitely the sexiest of the bunch. I spritzed this on my wrists before going out every weekend and it brings back happy memories.
5  Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker is still my go-to scent for the autumn and I've been wearing it for six years now. Though the bottle looks totally femme, it's actually a really woodsy scent that's perfect for the crisp fall weather.
6  Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana is another mostly retired scent, because everyone wears it! But it still smells so incredibly fruity and delicious that I still bring it out for special warm-weather occasions.
7  Burberry Brit Eau de Parfum is totally spicy and fun, and I mostly wear it in the wintertime when I'm going out. It's a little too much for the workday, but just right for a dinner or drinks.

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Cocktail Hour: Mint Julep

Today's cocktail is one I've been talking about all week; the Mint Julep of course! Typically associated with the Southern states, they are also the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby. They are more typically served in a tall collins glass, however historically they were sipped from silver or pewter cups like the one shown here in order to get that delightfully frosty chill on the outside. Now go off and enjoy the races, or just your weekends, and sip responsibly! Cheers!

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Eva Sais Quois: Derby Delights

Every week, I tell Eva Goicochea of the blog Monkey in Los Angeles that it was my favorite Gift Guide yet, and this week is no exception! She's done it again by creating the perfect assemblage of equestrian accessories and decorative pieces any race spectator would covet! I may be in Ohio at a computer and not Kentucky sipping a Mint Julep, but I may soon be in a race of my own...to track down some of these fabulous items!

1  Ceramic Horse Bust from Z Gallerie
2  Ex Libris en Camouflage silk twill scarf by Hermes
3  Symphony Opera & Theatre Glasses from Sherwoods
4  Miette Pedestal Dish from Z Gallerie
5  Bullseye Silk Pillow Cover from West Elm
6  Desk Tray/Notebook by Iomoi
7  Thayer Decanter by Ralph Lauren

To check out Eva's other Gift Guide posts, click here! And don't forget to check out Monkey in LA, and my Swell Sips series! This week I put together a Mango Margarita recipe in honor of Cinco de Mayo!

JSQ Lookbook: Derby Day 2

So, I'm shedding the bathrobe and fuzzy slippers from yesterdays Sick Day, and bringing you back to Churchill Downs with my second Derby Day look. This is a sweet but sadly out-of-stock Anthropologie dress styled in a polished, upper-crust way. By pairing the look with some feminine flats and a straw cloche, the look is slightly more casual. But then by adding the classic double-strand of pearls, it bumps this look back up to Country Club chic. Again, don't forget your Mint Julep!

1  Kingston Road Dress from Anthropologie
2  Straw Bow Cloche hat from Topshop
3  Mint Julep cocktail
4  Gold Coast Shimmer Evangeline bag by Kate Spade
5  Double Strand of Pearls
6  Janetta Flats from Nine West

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Sick Day

I am interrupting your regularly scheduled programming to let you all know that I am unfortunately in the midst of a sick day. It's Spring, and with the changing seasons, I always run into some allergy problems, but this is just bananas! I am a sneeze monster, rounding my way into my second box of tissues and it's only 10:30 in the morning. So...I will try to assemble another post for you today, but for now, I wanted to give you a peek at some items and products that get me through any sick day ready to take on tomorrow. Enjoy your health!

1  White Chenille Bathrobe: Everyone should own one of these. It's like being swaddled in a cloud. Perfect for a sick day, or just your run-of-the-mill shower.

2  Aromatherapy Bath Salts in Eucalyptus Spearmint from Bath & Body Works: These are amazing, they smell wonderful, and they relieve stress, which is just an added bonus!

3  Blue Oil from Aveda: This teeny little roll-on product is magical. Put it on your temples and the back of your neck, and then in a minute or two, it feels cool, relaxing, and divine.

4  Puffs plus lotion with Vicks: I realize these aren't for everyone, but I personally love the smell of Vicks, and when you're congested, nothing works better for me!

5  Bowl of Cereal: I like Special K with a banana and 8th Continent light vanilla soymilk.

6  Moccasin Slippers from L.L.Bean: The most comfortable slippers ever made...worth every penny of their $49.95 price tag.

JSQ Lookbook: Derby Day

And they're off! I am kicking off the week of the Kentucky Derby with this charming and classic look becoming of any lady attending the races at Churchill Downs or just a fantastic party of your own! By pairing a classically feminine dress with a pair of mint pumps (and a Mint Julep to match!) you will be the belle of the Derby ball. And don't forget your hat!

1  En Plain Air Dress from Anthropologie
2  Makins Ariana Hat via Hats in the Belfry
3  Mint Julep cocktail
4  Highline Straw Izzie Clutch from Cole Haan
5  Karolina pumps in Aqua by Kate Spade

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