WORD by Jessie

New Backpack and Pochette I Want {herschel’s settlement & a.p.c. leather goodies}

wordbyjessie — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 03:06:47 +0000

Back to school! How exciting. I have a super semester ahead. Who knew school could be this enjoyable. With courses from Fashion in China to Women in French Cinema, I am psyched. I also finally conquered my age old problem: what is the best bag for my 1 train commute? The answer: Herschel’s Settlement backpack. It’s awesome. With a pocket for my laptop and it’s denim fabrication, I am in heaven. But I really really want this A.P.C. limited edition pochette to put inside. They are only available in A.P.C. stores and the quantities are limited. Should I or shouldn’t I?

A Little Vacation On South Beach {the sagamore where i stayed & my favorite hotel of all the sls}

wordbyjessie — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 01:59:26 +0000

New York feels awful cold after a wonderful week in Miami Beach. I got lucky. My wonderful and talented mother happened to be shooting down South on the week I had taken off of work! Alas, I had a nice week of R & R. We stayed at the Sagamore hotel on Collins. It was truly a dream. The proclaimed “Art Hotel” is well designed and beautiful. I enjoyed every waking (and sleeping) moment of the trip. But, I will say the SLS hotel just a few doors down was my favorite. Their innovative architecture and cool vibe made for delicious meals and fun exploration. I am already looking forward to going back. School starts up again on Tuesday. Until next time.

The Best Birthday Gift I Got and The Best Holiday Gift To Give {helen ficalora necklaces & momofuku milk bar goodies}

wordbyjessie — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 01:14:42 +0000

Happy birthday to me! This past Tuesday I celebrated my birthday. Hence, the commencement of the holiday season. No I did not need anything, but I received the most beautiful necklace and I am thus obsessed with Helen Ficalora. This bohemian jewelry brand is located in Nolita and known for their charm style necklaces. For my big day, I got a J necklace (with a little bling) and a birth stone charm. I never plan to take it off. Such a wonderful piece. As for you? Buy your friends and family Momofuku Milk Bar goodies. If you’re not in town, and you need them pronto, they can be shipped. The cookies and cakes alike are to die for. Check it out. Your gift receivers will be thankful you did. Visit http://www.shopmilkbar.com/

My Favorite New Thing and What I Wish I Could Live In {alexander wang brenda and silk pants galore}

wordbyjessie — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 04:12:06 +0000

How did I not purchase this sooner? The Alexander Wang Brenda bag is just too perfect. I can’t seem to stop using it. It’s truly a necessity for meandering and especially going out. Snagged mine on consignment! Wang keeps bringing back this style for more. On another note, I can’t seem to get enough of silk pants. Not only do they look fabulous, but they feel like sweatpants…what could be better? My favorite pairs are featured above. From the left: Michael Kors, A.P.C. and Stella McCartney. The Stella and Kors pair are available on Netaporter, and the A.P.C. pair is available through A.P.C. directly. Cyber Monday is coming up and Black Friday has come and gone. Y’all ready for the holiday season?

Goodbye Hurricane Sandy & Hello Exciting Collaborations {the two best and craziest instagram moments of the storm & a.p.carhartt and louis w}

wordbyjessie — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 01:41:21 +0000

Crazy that a storm could literally put New York out of commission. I booked it for Montclair early last Sunday morning to spend time with my family and I am thankful that I did. I was not about to brace this bad girl alone in my studio. Thanks to the Guest of a Guest Instagram round up, I think I have seen it all. These are the best two photos that I have seen. Unfortunately, I missed the Hurricane Party advertised in the first photograph. The second photograph is of the Jane hotel, located on West and Jane Streets. But, in better news, there are two really awesome collaborations out with my one and only A.P.C. While A.P.Carhartt has been done in the past, this year it has gotten the necessary hype it deserves. With a down vest for girls and the rest for guys, it’s just great. Second is a capsule collection for men with Louis W, an A.P.C. designer. My favorite piece is the two tone leather shearling jacket, I wish it came in my size. Hope everyone is safe and sound from Sandy!

Opening Ceremony Accessory Necessities {comme des garcons wallet & jeremy scott/MVIO backpacks}

wordbyjessie — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:01:54 +0000

GOTEM. After many trials and tribulations of the all together wrong wallet, I have finally found a winner. This Comme des Garcons classic is sure to last me (at least) a few years. The glossy exterior black leather accompanied by the florescent interior truly won me over. Your wallet goes with ya everywhere, might as well make it good. It’s available on OpeningCeremony.us. I highly suggest it to all. On my OC shopping venture, I also fell in love with these two marvelous backpacks. The first, a fab Jeremy Scott option comes in (one of the coolest) rainbow fur repeat patterns #awesome. The second is a MVIO OC exclusive. Camouflage in print, low key in style. I’m into it. The backpack is partly inspired by the ridiculous amount of work I have this semester. Hence my lack of posting. Sorry kids, I’ll try to keep it coming.

Apparently Part of the “A.P.C. Worldwide Army of Cool?” Thanks NYMag {cut blog spread on the one and only A.P.C.}

wordbyjessie — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 23:20:07 +0000

How exciting! The Cut blog released a very awesome story on A.P.C. and their “Parisian-cool” counter parts. I feel so privileged to be one of them. I have been anxiously awaiting this piece and it is finally here. Please check it out. Click the images to explore the slideshow.

Official Instagram Presence {follow me @jjchase}

wordbyjessie — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 02:51:01 +0000

I can’t believe I did not post this sooner. I am (and have been for quite some time) on Instagram! Follow me for solid entertainment @jjchase. Quality stuff guys.

How I’m Keeping Warm in More Than One Way {etoile isabel marant puffer & stumptown roasters at the ace hotel}

wordbyjessie — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 03:55:08 +0000

The coveted winter puffer jacket. An Isabel Marant down coat. It may or may not currently be in my wardrobe already ;) It’s warm, it’s puffy, it’s awesome. No more cold and cranky cold days for me, this coat will be keeping me seriously warm. I weathered last winter in no such thing, I deserve to roam the streets carefree this season! I kind of wish it were already freezing, just to throw this beaute on! Coffee is another topic of conversation for the upcoming 50 and below days. I have grown painfully addicted to Stumptown Coffee. The “Hair Bender” blend in particular. Luckily, Third Rail Coffee brews it just a few blocks from my house, but I highly suggest going to Stumptown’s sole brick and mortar location in the Ace Hotel. They’re serious about coffee there with good reason. Their iced latte is pretty incredible. Soon I will be saying goodbye to decidedly iced drinks and moving to other end of the spectrum. Stumptown, you will continue to be my friend. Today I picked up my own bag of “Hair Bender” to brew at home. Hoorah!

Goodbye iPhone 4 Hello iPhone 5 {tech enthusiasm at it’s greatest and a tribute to the best in iphone 4 cases}

wordbyjessie — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 03:13:39 +0000

You’re probably wondering (if you’re a tech junkie/enthusiast like me) who could have possibly pre ordered the iPhone 5 successfully? Who is actually receiving their new iPhone 5 on September 21st when they are released via FedEx pre order? Ladies and gentlemen, I am one of these few. But not by luck. I am one of the loonies that pre ordered this new (and absolutely fabulous) gadget at 3 a.m. EST (12 a.m. PT) on September 14th. I wanted to take a moment to tribute the best iPhone 4 cases, as I will be saying goodbye to my white phone on Friday for Apple’s new black and slate counterpart. First, I truly hope incase continues their Andy Warhol graphically designed cases for the iPhone 5. There are so many options and they are all sooooo good. Unfortunately I was unable to acquire a Garance Doré x Kate Spade collaboration case. This “Oh my god that’s hilarious” illustrated plastic is a keeper. The Apple bumpers are versatile and perfect. I wonder if they will make a new variation of this classic? Lastly, the Colette x Darcel Disappoints case. I blew quite a bit of change on a similar iPhone Darcel Colette collaboration, but have 0 regrets. As for the new phone, you’ve probably heard and/or read all you need to know so I won’t bore y’all with the nitty gritties. But I am super excited. Essentially counting down the hours until FedEx is at my doorstep…