Now that the weather has taken a definite curve towards cold, it’s time to bundle up in winter’s cutest coats! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the major American fashion brand, where she oversaw regional press and events. In time, Liz segued into the fast-paced […]
With Halloween less than a week away it’s time to get in the spooky spirit with pretty jewels! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the major American fashion brand, where she oversaw regional press and events. In time, Liz segued into the fast-paced agency world, […]
This week we decided to treat ourselves to a little Wednesday pick me up in the form of baked goods, pumpkin peeps, and artichoke dip! We loved getting into the Fall and Halloween spirit with our snacks- especially with a PB and J bar recipe from Real Simple! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month- an annual campaign to raise awareness! To show support many designers have created items that look great and benefit the cause! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the major American fashion brand, where she oversaw regional press and events. […]
We are not alone in our love for Instagram and the people we follow post so many beautiful pictures it can be hard to keep track! Here are our favorite instagrams of the week and be sure to follow us at www.instagram.com/mariposacomm ! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate […]
Another season has come and gone and while updating our wardrobes for Fall is fun, updating our bedding can be just as exciting! Check out our faves from Urban Outfitters, West Elm, Anthropologie, Biscuit, and ModCloth! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the major American […]
In the latest designer collaboration, that is sure to sell out in milliseconds, Isabel Marant’s collection for H&M is set to go live in mid November. Obviously we cannot wait another moment and with only a small picture of Marant herself wearing one of her creations, we’ve been craving some more sneak peeks. Luckily Harper’s […]
Another Fashion Week has come and gone and editors can finally breathe a sigh of relief as they take off their sky high Louboutins and slip into a more comfortable motorcycle boot. Judging from the coverage from Lincoln center, it’s safe to say that our favourite trends are neckwear, black and white, and patterns! […]
We love designer collaborations and lately the Target ones have been a bullseye! The Phillip Lim for Target collection is no different and we were lucky enough to preview (read: binge buy) the line last night in a lofty space in Tribeca where we rubbed elbows with Jessica Alba and Solange Knowles and snapped up […]
Labour Day marks the official end of summer and the last time to take a summer Friday getaway! Whether you’re going to Fire Island, the Hamptons, or even the Jersey Shore have fun and enjoy the last moments of crop tops for the year! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the […]
As summer winds down we find ourselves aching for one last getaway before Fashion Week and holiday madness. Our list spans states we’ve never been to all the way to Morocco. One of the best parts of a vacation is the planning process and looking at all the different possibilites. Pick a spot on the […]
Here at Mariposa HQ we’ve formed our own little book club. Our first was One Day, a book by David Nicholls and a movie starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess, our second was The Bling Ring, in preparation for a vieweing of the Sofia Coppola film, and our current book is And the Mountains Echoed, […]
With the high in NYC barely going above 80 degrees this week, it was time to pull out our late summer clothes! Our favourite time of year- we can still get away with wearing shorts and dresses, but we can layer without fear of pit stains! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in […]
Now that August is arrived and we can feel summer slipping away, it’s time to check in on our bucket lists! We’ve definitely been exploring other boroughs (still missing Staten Island!) and have baked ourselves brown outside, but we’re still missing a Coney Island trip! The heatwave seems like a thing of the past so […]
Restaurant Week is upon us- the time when three course meals at amazing restaurants are offered at discount prices and we find ourselves eating more than we ever thought possible, and the best time of year. Whether you’re visiting New York for the weekend or have lived here your whole life, there are restaurants that […]
When temperatures are above 90 degrees by 8 am it’s time to start putting the best ways to beat the heat to the test. Our neccessities for a hot day are a plain white t-shirt- cotton is preferable since it breathes the most and you can find a three pack of Hanes at any drugstore, […]
When the temperature hits well above 90 degrees and we feel as though we could steam our clothes by simply walking outside, it’s time to step back and remember what we love about the summer months… 1. Summer nights – The sun goes down much later giving us more hours in the day to enjoy […]
Whether you’re going to a barbecue, to the beach, or taking a staycation, enjoy the long weekend and fireworks! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the major American fashion brand, where she oversaw regional press and events. In time, Liz segued into the fast-paced agency […]
Summer not only means bright clothes and jewelry, but also make up! A major trend on the Spring/Summer 2013 runways were a bold lip in a fun, saturated color. Get the look with our picks in every shade! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the […]
The number one way to get pumped to go to the gym (besides your cute trainer) is to have a killer playlist that keeps your energy high and your endorphins flowing. We put together a playlist that has a little pop, a little rock, and even a little country to keep us motivated all summer […]
Much like the 1st of the year, Summer brings a feeling of newness and the chance to do things you wouldn’t normally do. Chalk it up to the heat waves, but suddenly our inhibitions are out the window and we get to try things we would never do during Spring. We made a list of […]
When shopping for summer essentials this weekend, keep in mind our go to for the hot weather; lace shorts. Easy, breezy, and always fashionable, lace shorts are the perfect addition to your summer wardrobe. Dress them up or down, they will keep you looking and feeling cool all summer long. Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz […]
The sun has come out to play for the next few months and as cute as our oxfords may be, it is time to put them back in the closet and break out the sandals! Our favorite wedges, espadrilles, and gladiators galore are below! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the […]
The time has finally come for us to officially shed our layers and begin to bear our bikinis! Memorial Day Weekend is the official welcome to Summer and to ensure your weekend is amazing you need to have all the essentials including an American Flag Bikini, lots of sunscreen, and, of course, beautiful accessories! Liz […]
For those who dream of sipping champagne with la creme de la creme of the film world on the French Riviera during the Cannes Film Festival, New York Magazine has come to our rescue reviving pictures of the festival from the early 90’s. Relive the glory days of Sean Penn and Uma Thurman and imagine […]
If you’ve been too busy enjoying the beautiful weather to remember to get your mom a gift for Mother’s Day this weekend, don’t fear! Below are quick and easy gifts that will remind mom how lucky she is to have you. Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department […]
The Kentucky Derby is this weekend and to celebrate a day filled with burboun, horses, and big hats, we’ve compiled our favourite hats from the past and picks for the present! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations department at Coach, the major American fashion brand, where she oversaw […]
With all the hype about the upcoming “The Great Gatsby” film we’ve had to put together a list of upcoming movies we can’t wait to see in order to keep them straight. Topping the list is of course the Baz Luhrmann, sure to be classic, cinematic masterpiece, but closely following are “The Bling Ring”, “The […]
Earth Day is this Monday and with the sun shining and birds chirping there is no better time to give back to the planet. There are many different ways to do so without touching dirt; recycle, each locally grown foods, never leave the water on, and use products with only natural products! Of course, if […]
After a beautiful week last week the skies opened up and we got a taste of April showers. While we wait for the rain to bring May flowers at least we can walk the slippery streets in style with the cutest umbrellas of the season. Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the […]
At last the warm weather has finally arrived to the East Coast! While it may still be a bit too early to lay out by the pool, the temperature is just right for browsing the best bikinis this season from Mara Hoffman, Nanette Lepore, Marc Jacobs, Shoshanna, and Juicy Couture. Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder […]
Spring has officially sprung! The weather is getting more beautiful every day and now it’s time to add that sunshine to our closets! We’ve rounded up our favourite looks (all from ASOS) that show off the legs we’ve been hiding since Thanksgiving! Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder Liz got her start in the corporate public relations […]
Inside of our giant purses we can’t help but carry everyday are some basic necessities that we couldn’t leave home without. First and foremost is our metrocard; though we feel like we’re always topping up, it’s the best way to get around the city. Our phones come in second so we can always stay connected […]
This week we on the East Coast got our first dose of major humidity in 2013. Needless to say, our hair suffered the consequences. Somehow our sleek strands transformed into the most grusome, tangly, puffy mess we hadn’t seen since last Spring. To combat the frizz we’ve pooled together our favorite anti-humidity products! […]
Even though we’re still waiting for the sun to come out on the East Coast it’s not too early to start brightening up our manicures! At last we can put away the dark hues and break out the pastels! (Keep the glitter year round, it’s always in season 😉 ). Liz AnthonyPresident & Founder […]
The 1st of March marks the third month of the new year and the realisation that we haven’t quite gotten around to starting all of our 2013 resolutions. For us it’s always the fitness goal that gets forgotten about, but it’s never too late to start! And what better way to get motivated to go […]
Though this is the first weekend in what seems like forever that there is no impending doom (read: snow, thunderstorm, etc.) some relaxation and TLC is always in order. Picture this; popcorn is popped, wine is poured, sweatpants are on, and you’re all set for a relaxing movie night but half the bottle is gone […]
Fashion Week called for a lot of social media time and intimacy with our phones and apps. Needless to say, our cases from Christmas are a bit worn down from all the handling during vining, instagramming, tweeting, etc.The new season calls for a new case so we’ve rounded up our picks! If the traveling […]
This weekend the East Coast is being hit with a blizzard named “Nemo”. Though a winter wonderland is the perfect excuse to stay in and drink hot cocoa, there are still those of us who are making the trek to Lincoln Center for Fashion Week. Rainboots, though effective, are hardly proper attire to attend this […]
The newest social media tool, “Vine” has hit the ground running these past couple weeks and we are certainly fans! Like moving Instagrams without the filters, the “vines” are six second looping videos of anything and everything. These stop-and-go videos will be perfect during New York Fashion Week to capture the catwalk and the best […]