Last fall I visited New York City for a few days with a friend and even though it's been 15 years since I moved from NYC to Salt Lake City, Utah and have been back to visit at least 1-2 times a year, I had actually not been back since 2019.
Whenever I visit the city it always feels like i'm going home. I believe this is because I moved there right before turning 19, all on my own, not knowing anyone and I lived there for 9 years (from 2000 -2009) supporting myself ( I was a nanny for 8 years) without any financial help from my parents AND I put myself through college. I was a full time student at Parsons School of Design, while working and living in NYC in my 20's and ohh how I wish it rivaled Felicity's NYC life (remember that show?! but it didn't. However, some of my best memories and experiences that shaped who i've become all happened while living there and any chance I get to go back I will jump up...especially because a small part of me feels like i'm being transported back to my twenty something self when i'm there... I love that feeling.
NYC is full of so much wonder where ever you go. There are always new shops and restaurants popping up monthly. If you love treasure hunting for old or new items or just gathering inspiration... you will never be disappointed.
One of the shops we visited was new to me: Big Night in the West Village. Have you been? It's all things dinner & party essentials that will make your dinner party with family or friends sparkle.
I knew I would love this shop from the moment I saw the bright red doors! I think you will too!
