Miami - Part One

 My entire family just got back from an amazing trip to Miami for my uncle's 50th birthday. We were all in need of some rest and relaxation. We chose the amazing Sagamore Hotel, which is located on the beach. This hotel was amazing, you feel like you walked in to a white art deco paradise filled with fantastic art. This trip was much needed for our family and I am so grateful that we all were able to take the time to all be at the same place to celebrate. 

{ all photos taken & owned by Sip Style & Sparkle}

Meredith & Jd's Wedding 4.46.2013

This past weekend, I had the pleasure to attend one of my good friends Meredith & Jd's wedding. I remember when I first met Mer when we worked at coach with another one of our best friends Nicole. For years we thought about what our wedding days would be like, little did we know how fast those days would come. Meredith & Jd you two are truly meant to be together, I wish you nothing but many years of love and happiness. Meredith you were a beautiful bride, you're now a MRS! Congrats you too!

The date is set !

On New Year's Eve 2011/2012, my boyfriend at the time planned an amazing night to take a trip down memory lane in order to propose to me. He did an amazing job and we had so much fun. After waiting a year and 3 months (... who's counting lol) we finally set our date. We chose October 10th 2014 since i love fall foliage in New York, and it's not that cold yet. We are very excited and are looking forward to planning everything, thank goodness time is on our side. We set up a wedding website so friends and family can keep track of our progress and have a few hash tags going. We live in a social media generation why not take advantage of it. 

{ Photos by : Erin Dietrich Photography (fyi she's amazing!)}

Meredith's Bridal Shower

 This past weekend I attended one of my best friend's bridal showers, she will be getting married this April. It was a beautiful on Sunday as we drove up to Ramsey Country Club in New Jersey. As you walk in there was an amazing candy bar followed by mimosas, my favorite! There was a fantastic spread of brunch items to eat, including an omelet station. It was such an exciting day to share with friends, and I can not wait for her wedding day!  

New Years Eve 2012

As a year comes to a close you reflect on the events of the year past. This year for me started with my boyfriend of 5 years proposing to me last New Years eve, and ended with the most important person in my life passing away. I hope that 2013 is kind to me, This year being the last in my 20's (...eek!) and a point where its time to make some huge changes. I am looking forward to starting fresh and having a life make over. Here is a snap shot from last New Years and of my amazing engagement ring. Cheers to the New Year and please stay safe. Welcome 2013!

Christmas 2012

{beautiful salad} 

I hope everyone had an amazing holiday with their families. This year was extremely hard for my family, Christmas day marked 3 weeks since my grandfather has passed away. We decided we all needed something different this year in order to start fresh again next year with new family traditions. On Christmas eve, my mother, sister, fiancé and I took a trip to New York City to visit my uncle. We had a wonderful dinner party with great food and amazing company. The next morning, brunch on the roof top of The Kimberly Hotel, such a beautiful place to stay. Here are a few of my favorite snap shots of my holiday. 

{amazing food from ready-to-eat nyc}

{wrapping paper} 

{ my fiancé & I} 

{my family} 

 { st. patricks, nyc}

{ at the famous tree}

{the door at saks}

{grand central- nyc}

Honda Holiday Party 2012

My Fiancé works at a Honda dealership and last night was their holiday party. It's great seeing everyone all together, all dressed up. The party was held at Powelton Club, in Newburgh NY. Just wanted to share a few photos.