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#FallSyllabus with Warby Parker
Anna Osgoodby Life + Design :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker

Raise your hand if you're a fan of Warby Parker! I can already see a lot of hands up out there! If you've had any experience with the brand you know that they're seriously awesome. Not only are they known to have super cute frames, but people also love them for their Home Try-On program that let's you have frames shipped to your home to try our for 5 days for free! Another reason people love them? They're seriously loyal to their customers and take customer service serious! I mean have you seen their social media accounts!? They kill it! And working in social I like to think I know a thing or two about that ;-)

While I've always admired the brand, this was actually my first experience with them directly so I was pretty excited when I connected with their team about their #FallSyllabus campaign. My friends have been singing Warby Parker's praises for years, but since I don't wear glasses I've never really had a direct experience with their products -- which btw if you didn't already know they also sell sunglasses no prescription necessary! 

To celebrate Warby Parker's Fall 2015 line I got out and about in some of their frames for my #FallSyllabus photo shoot to celebrate some of my favorite parts of the season! 

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker

Reilly in Marzipan Tortoise :: starts at $95

Ellison in Whisky Tortoise :: starts at $145

Banks in Sea Smoke Tortoise :: starts at $95

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker

Fall has always been my favorite season in NYC. The weather is just perfect.. Boots are back in season and hellooo fall colors!  Here's a look at some of my favorite things about fall.

Pumpkins

After a long spring and summer, fall marks the first part of the year where we can start decorating again, which I clearly love! As soon as October hits you can count on seeing pumpkins placed upon people's stoops and in their windows and I just love it! In case you missed my post last week too I have a seriously fun DIY pumpkin project for you. Yay pumpkins!

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker

Time at the Park

I'm really lucky to live half a block from one park and only a short walk to Central Park so I really enjoy spending a lot of time at the park in the fall. I love watching the colors of the leaves change and now that the weather is more bearable Scooter enjoys having extended walks!

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker

Hats

I haven't always been a hat kind of girl, but I really can't get enough of them this fall! Felt hats, knit hats, straw hats.. count me in for all of the above! So perfect for the city! 

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: #FallSyllabus with Warby Parker

Fall Flowers

One of my favorite parts about living in the city is that there are flowers on almost every block. Bonus, they're surprisingly pretty affordable here which might surprise you..  $12 for two dozen roses?! Oh yes! I always look forward to fall's sunflowers being they're something a little different than my normal selection and they always brighten up my space (because it's not bright enough ;-))

And there you have it! Some of my favorite things about fall! I had so much fun taking these Warby Parker styles for a spin and I really fell in love with the Reilly in Marzipan Tortoise pair! To find out more about any of the styles I tried out or to check out some of the other selections that Warby Parker offers make sure to check out their website!

 

**Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this review. I partnered with the Warby Parker team to be apart of their #FallSyllabus campaign and used their Home Try-On program to try the frames for my post. This post and all opinions stated are based on my own ideas and honest experience with the products.

LuLu*s Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW

New York Fashion Week is in full swing in the city! This season I kicked off the week at LuLu*s Style Studio event with my friend and fellow blogger Lynette. The evening was filled with all things beauty and fashion -- makeup, manicures, fashion, prosecco and shopping! Is there really a better combination? 

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW

LuLu*s really went to the nines on this event and all of the attendees were treated to makeup makeovers, a fun photo booth, a gifting suite full of fabulous beauty products and a whole floor dedicated to LuLu*s fall fashions!

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW

Even the drinks sparkled! Cheers to Diama Sparkle for the delicious drinks for the evening! I'm definitely going to have to pick up a bottle or two to add to my bar cart for the sole reason the bottles were so pretty! ;-)

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW

Now onto some of the fashion! When we made it to the top floor of the event space we were greeted with racks and racks of fabulous fall picks from LuLu*s. And the best part...? We all got to pick an item to take home with us!

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio

It was tough to choose, there were just so many adorable options, but I ended up going with a fun wool plaid midi skirt. Midi skirts have become such a staple in my wardrobe and I've been dying to find a cute fall choice. So I was super excited when I stumbled upon this cutie on the racks. Good news, you can snag one for yourself too! Shop the skirt!

That wasn't the end of the night's goodies either.. LuLu*s generous sponsors hooked all of us up with some serious beauty swag! I cannot wait to try out the Amika dry shampoo (I'm so addicted to dry shampoo...) and some of LVX's fall nail polish colors! I don't even know where to start on trying all of these goodies!

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW

If you want to try out any of the products from the event for yourself here is where you can find them!

NYX Cosmetics | Diama Sparkle |  LÄRABAR | LACA & Co. | LVX | White Crow | Shea Yeleen | | Shea Moisture | Others Follow | Black Swan | POP Beauty | Woodzee | Amika | The Balm |  | Rosebud Perfume Co | Rhythm | Sigma Beauty | Mink Pink | Bodyography |

Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW
Anna Osgoodby NYC Living :: Lulu's Style Studio at NYFW

A huge thanks to LuLu*s and all of their generous sponsors for helping us kick off NYFW and seriously spoiling us along the way! Muah! 

Dressing on a Dime

I’m sure the New York designers and 5th Avenue stores would beg to differ with me.. but who says style has to be expensive? Between excessive rent, student loans, bills, and transportation..etc. it’s no secret that living in the city can add up pretty quickly! Not to mention,a girl wants to look good in the big city!

One of the initial reasons I questioned moving to the city was for that very reason. I knew wherever I decided to live I would be living on some sort of budget, but the thought of counting pennies to live in Manhattan made me cringe. What’s the point of living in a wonderful city if you can’t actually enjoy it?

Lucky for me, with a little budgeting and my natural kick for being thrifty I’ve found a good balance that works for me. I’m not living on Park Avenue or carrying a Birkin bag, but designer names aren’t everything! 

To prove my point, here are a couple of outfits I’ve worn recently that are totally budget friendly.

I call this one.. Polka Dots go Country

Shirt — Target: $24.99

Skirt — Target $19.99

Cowboy Boots —  On clearance at Target $15.99

Bracelet and belt — mom’s jewelry box

Flower pin — gift from Claire’s

Grand total: $60.97

For my next outfit I’ve named it.. Flowered Fall

Blouse — Forever 21 $14.80

Skirt — Forever 21 $17.80

Necklace — Thanks Mom!

Tights — TJ Maxx 4 pack for 8.99

Shoes —  Payless $15.99 

Grand Total: $50.83

Making the sale and discount rack look good! Since saving money is one of my New Year’s Resolutions you’ll see a little more posts like this for everyone aspiring to live in NYC, and for those that just like to save a buck or two!