DC Chillin' Part Deux

I committed to two posts on DC, so here is the second half of the recap (see first half, here). I was only there for 36 hours, but somehow managed to have many meals. 

Like I said, we popped into Edgar which is the Mayflower's newest add-on. It's very modern and very unlike the rest of the atmosphere at the hotel. It's gorgeous in its' own way. One reason to go? The cocktail list. They had an extensive list and they were fabulous. On the left is the bluecoat cucumber collins and the right is the pom-blackberry balsamic bourbon. You can see the ingredients, here ,to make your own. I am definitely going to attempt to recreate these cute cocktails. 

This is a photo I swiped here to give you more of an idea of the atmosphere. Very modern in comparison to the historical, classic hotel. 

I've received many a question about my striped dress. It is a Jules dress from J. Crew last summer. I am in love with the cut of the Jules dress and have it in several different colors, prints, and fabrics (it runs a tad on the large size, if you are wondering about fit. I sized down). Right now J. Crew has a botanical print that I am dying to get my hands on.. it is too perfect for spring. I also sported the tortoise necklace from Shop Crystal Faye! My Barbour jacket made for the perfect topper to the outfit; especially in the earlier and later portions of the day... we all know about my Barbour obsession from these posts here, here, and here! For those that may be wondering, I solved my great Louis debate and went with the Speedy 30. I am so glad with my decision and am thankful for all of you who weighed in on the uber important matter ;)

We posted up at on of my personal favorite DC spots, Old Ebbit Grille for the most delicious baked oysters in the entire world. We were in heaven! Remember last time I posted about OEG?

Then we went to Shake Shack... yes, DC now has a Shake Shack and this was about our fourth or fifth meal of the day. This was heaven for my stomach. This is my before, during, and after face...so embarrassing, I know.  If you are unfamiliar with SS, it's fast food-ish... almost like a Five Guys, but in my opinion, a million times tastier.

No trip to DC would be complete without Sunday brunch at Paolo's. Literally my fave brunch spot in the District. It is right on Wisconsin in the heart of Georgetown. Best brunch and for an unbeatable price! I had the steak with espresso bbq sauce, their fab potatoes topped off with an egg and toast and a bellini!

 

What else is G'town good for? Shopping... a favorite pastime of mine. It was so sad that Rugby was gone, but good ol' Ralph made up for it with his bright hues for spring and summer. Honorable mentions include, Vineyard Vines, Jack Wills, Kate Spade, Cusp, Zara, Brooks Brothers, Lou Lou, Sherman Pickey and Ella Rue.

Whew, that was a long recap of a too-short trip! DC, See ya again real soon. Have a fabulous day!
Yours,
sCe

DC Chillin'

If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter, then you may have noticed that I popped down to DC for the weekend! I always have the best time visiting DC. It is my second favorite city! I also realized that I failed to post about my last trip to DC back in November... therefore, to make up for it, I've got two posts scheduled for this fun-filled weekend (hence the lack of posting yesterday.. what can I say, I had too much fun!). 

I had a nice little drive down.. at 5:30am. But it was so worth it. And look how pretty my city is! It was almost hard to leave it! 

lMe and I decided to play tourist. We took a nice little stop on the crazy crowded mall. The day was perfect. Not hot, but not cold. Just nice and sunny. 

We went to a very appropriately named wine festival, Drink the District.

I met the absolute cutest pup (second to Mac, of course) named Ingrid. I wanted to take her home with me so badly!

We popped into my home away from home, The Mayflower, for drinks and dessert. Four words: Salted caramel ice cream. While I've been absent from DC for a few months, the Mayflower got a small little face lift to its' lobby! 

Next up: Shake Shack, Paolo's, Old Ebbitt Grille (can you tell all I do is eat?!)

And, to top it off, it's my birthday week!

Have a fabulous day! 

Yours, 

sCe

I'm off!

 My bags are packed and this weekend I am headed to D.C. to celebrate my 22nd birthday (tommorrow) and attend bEw's formal that is on a boat on the Potomac! I am so excited to be visiting my second favorite city (behind Pittsburgh, of course) and eat some delicious food, do some major shopping damage, and celebrate!

I am a little weirded out by celebrating my 22nd birthday. It's nothing monumental like 16 or 21 was, but to me, it signals that I'm "in my 20's". With graduation only weeks away, and turning 22, I am feeling old.  I know, I know, 22 is just the beginning; I'm in the prime of my life! But, 22 just sounds old to me!

No worries though, I am definitely still a kid at heart and ready for 22 to be the best year yet! So here is to celebrating it in style...on a boat... in a cocktail dress! I hope everyone has a fabulous day!

Yours,
sCe