Author: karenabiog

I'm a shopaholic with an Uptown style on a Downtown budget. I worked at an online fashion publisher so I know all the tricks on shopping online. I now work at an advertising agency in NYC. I have a closet full of Prada, Fendi and Saint Laurent- but I've never paid full price and I'll show you how...

Mismatched Neutrals & Timeless Elegance: Dressing My Bridesmaids and Evolving the Color Palette for the Wedding Sponsors

August 18, 2025

When I first started dreaming up the vision for our wedding, I knew I wanted it to feel timeless. The Vision: Soft, Romantic & Personal. I pictured a palette of white and gold — classic, elegant, and rooted in a style that would never feel dated in photos years from now. But as I dove … More Mismatched Neutrals & Timeless Elegance: Dressing My Bridesmaids and Evolving the Color Palette for the Wedding Sponsors

Our Wedding Hotel Welcome Bags: Themed & Totally On-Brand

August 18, 2025

When planning our wedding weekend, one of the things Allen and I were most excited about was welcoming our family and friends who were traveling near and far to celebrate with us. With 30 hotel rooms booked in our room block, we wanted to greet everyone with something special the moment they arrived — something … More Our Wedding Hotel Welcome Bags: Themed & Totally On-Brand

A City Escape at QC NY Spa on Governors Island

August 14, 2025

For Allen’s birthday a couple years ago, we decided to do something a little different: a relaxing afternoon at QC NY Spa on Governors Island. If you didn’t know, QC offers free admission on your birthday, which made it an easy “yes” for us. I’d been curious about the spa for a while—floating between the … More A City Escape at QC NY Spa on Governors Island

We Got our Aura’s Photographed and Read. Then I had ChatGBT do a full analysis

August 12, 2025

In our early days of dating, Allen and I went to get our aura read at Magic Jewelry in Chinatown, which specializes in Feng Shui and energy readings. These photos typically capture a visual representation of your energy field using biofeedback technology and then overlay it in color onto a Polaroid-style photo. We each got … More We Got our Aura’s Photographed and Read. Then I had ChatGBT do a full analysis

How I Designed Our Wedding Stationery with Minted: Classic Meets Modern Elegance

August 11, 2025

When it came to our wedding stationery, I had a very specific vision: classic, timeless, and elegant—with just the right amount of modern simplicity. I’ve always believed that the paper details set the tone for the entire wedding, and I wanted ours to reflect a sense of quiet luxury—something that felt like us from the … More How I Designed Our Wedding Stationery with Minted: Classic Meets Modern Elegance

“It’s Crystal Clear”—We Did a Couples Wedding Shower Instead of a Traditional Bridal Shower (And It Was Everything!)

August 10, 2025

When it came time to plan my wedding shower, I knew one thing for sure: I didn’t want a traditional bridal shower. I’ve been to so many that felt stiff, overly formal, and—let’s be honest—a little boring. Watching someone open gifts for two hours? Not my vibe. So instead, we threw a couples wedding shower—and … More “It’s Crystal Clear”—We Did a Couples Wedding Shower Instead of a Traditional Bridal Shower (And It Was Everything!)

Custom Cocktail Napkins At Our Wedding That Told Our Love Story

August 9, 2025

When it came to planning our wedding, I wanted every detail—big or small—to reflect us. I believe the little things matter, and one of my favorite personal touches from the day? Our custom cocktail napkins. We had three different designs in rotation during cocktail hour, and each one carried its own little story—sentimental, fun, and … More Custom Cocktail Napkins At Our Wedding That Told Our Love Story

How You Can Use Your HSA/FSA Funds for Beauty Products at Dermstore

August 7, 2025

Y’all, this is a gamechanger. Thanks to Dermstore’s new integration with Flex, you can now pay with your HSA or FSA card directly at checkout—no more holding onto receipts or submitting manual reimbursements. Simply choose items marked “HSA | FSA Eligible” in your cart, then select your HSA/FSA card at payment. Flex verifies eligibility in real time, … More How You Can Use Your HSA/FSA Funds for Beauty Products at Dermstore