When my brother first moved to New York 12 years ago he nervously asked if I'd like to come and visit him. Er, has seasoned professional, Charlie Sheen blown all his money on cocaine and prostitutes? Does power-crazy septuagenarian, Silvio Berlusconi have a penchant for teenage friends? Anyhow, in the name of family duty, That's Not My Age is Stateside. It's my first trip in nearly two years and I can't wait to visit the farmers' market in Union Square, the galleries, museums and flea markets in Chelsea and Brooklyn (I might even add to my globe collection) but most of all I'm looking forward to walking around Manhattan and discovering new stuff.
Oh and you'll be pleased to hear that on the journey over I didn't have to worry about looking out of the plane window to find all my old knickers strewn across the runway. The nylon-suitcase-with-a-hole-in-the-bottom ended it's days in a local skip. People we have new luggage! It's the colour of indigo denim and looks a bit like a giant soap dish...
So, whilst I'm away, you can read about some of my favourite NY shops here - though to me this city isn't about shopping, it's about people, places and popular culture. It's where, in 1979, Keith Richards met Patti Hansen and said, 'Incredibly, I've found a woman. A miracle! She is the most beautiful specimen in the world... but that ain't it... it's her mind, her joy of life and she thinks this battered junkie is the guy she loves. I'm kicking 40 and besotted.'
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Don't forget to check out 21st Century outlet for bargains... yes it has trendy crap for teens, but also other stuff as well..
Awww, who knew Keef was such a romantic!
Have a wonderful time. If you've never visited the Frick Collection, you might want to add that one to your museum hopping list. It's a small, but incredible collection.
Aw, what a sweetie Keef is!
Have a wonderful time with your giant soap dish. I'm always too busy people watching to bother with the shops, too. xxx
Have a brilliant time. Looking forward to hearing all about it. Xxxx
Have fun TNMA we are a teeny bit jealous here at The Women's Room, but LOVE that suitcase! Can we suggest a trip to The Diner in Brooklyn? yummy. And if it's still on Charles LeDray at The Whitney.....
I always travel with old knickers...that way I can dump them to make room for other goodies. Have a good time...
Hi there! Love the new luggage and hope you're having such a fabulous time xx
What fun! Have a lovely trip.
OMG, love that Keef quote.
I'll second Pseu's recommendation of the Frick - we went on her advice and absolutely LOVED it.
And I'm green with envy. Enjoy!
That suitcase is a real art piece! And Keith and Patti are still together, no? Have a great trip!
Oh hope you and the giant soap dish (!) have a wonderful time.. Ages since I went to NY - I had a brother who lived there once - and I visited him.... then he came back to UK! Enjoy, enjoy and tell us all about it...xxr
Have a wonderful time!
I love your soap dish and Keith and Patti xx
I am green, nay chartreuse, with envy. I dream of going back to NYC one day. Enjoy every second and show us what you've seen and where you've been. Almost as good as going!
Soooooo jealous. I love NY and want to go back soon x
Marvellous case! You'll be able to spot it on the airport carousel straight away.
Tell us all about the market ;-)
Ali x
Ooooh, I'm so jealous! Have an amazing time. xx
Welcome to our currently politically wacky country! Happy to have you. That's a really beautiful photo of NY. You're always welcome in Austin, Texas, too!
Have a fab time ... New York was one of my all time fave hols we took. Look forward to hearing all.
I love NYC enjoy xx
Great suitcase. Have fun! Very jealous.
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