Huge confession alert; Gossip Girl is pretty much what I live my life by. I’d love to say that I’m sorry, but… I’m not (Well, I kinda am sorry to myself for being such a loser, but still… ) I live by the well known, philosophical phrase “What would Blair Waldorf do?”, practically stalk the living daylights out of Blake Lively (otherwise known as Serena, otherwise known as BAE queen) and generally just pretend wish that I was an upper east-sider.
The other thing that I have it to thank for is the fact that I knew when I visited NYC this time, I had to experience Brooklyn. The cool coffee shops, the art galleries, the Brooklyn bridge itself, not to mention the views of Manhattan from Brooklyn. And let’s be totally, totally honest here… going hunting for Dan Humphrey.
It was always going to happen….
So, camera and fiance – i.e my resident photographer and the poor sod that held our beastly camera and bags the whole time #keeper – in tow, I headed off to Brooklyn to explore… and find the infamous spot in front of the Manhattan bridge.
Outfit wise, I relied on some basics that have been my go to recently. The first being my khaki – very Kimmy K style – coat that I have worn pretty much constantly for the last few months. Blogging friends, family and pretty much everybody within my vicinity will be able to vouch for the fact that this has not left my back, and I think that’s because it just makes you feel effortlessly chic. Not only is it ridiculously comfortable, warm and cosy, but it also instantly makes you look a little bit more put together which I am very thankful for when rushing to a meeting at 8am in the morning.
Then we have a cream turtleneck from New Look (a few seasons back now, hence why I’ve linked similar options below) which I think will always be my go to throughout the colder months. Paired with my Primark pleather skater skirt and Clarks silver boots – which proved just as popular in NYC as they are in London – and there we have my “Can you tell me where Dan and Rufus Humphrey are please?” exploring look.
Coat – Boohoo / Roll neck – New Look / Skirt – Primark / Boots – Clarks
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I have to take a moment for this little area of Brooklyn. Not far from the Brooklyn bridge is this spot right here which gives you the most perfect view looking back over at Manhattan and I loved chilling here for a few moments taking everything in and just reflecting a little (clearly the Brooklyn breeze had made me all artsy and thoughtful). If you do visit NYC, I would highly recommend taking a couple of hours out of your schedule to get the subway over to Brooklyn, have a little wander and find this spot, then stroll back over the bridge to Manhattan. It was definitely one of my favourite things to do.
And that brings me to the end of this post. If you couldn’t tell by my consistent fangirling, Brooklyn has a special place in my heart, and as completely ridiculously and superficial as it sounds… so does this god damn lovely coat. Any item of clothing that I can wear constantly for months and still not be bored of deserves all the thumbs up/heart eye’d/clapping/hallelujah hands up emoji’s in the world!
If you have any favourite spots in Brooklyn, please do let me know. I’ll definitely be exploring it more when I return to NYC soon (… as soon as I can get away with booking flights without my accountant giving me all the evils in the world).
As always, thanks so much for reading. I hope you enjoyed this post!
Ooooh those views. And you obviously, looking stunning in front of it all! I've always been someone who thought they'd only do one place once as there are far too many places to visit but I'd definitely go back to NYC. I love how fashionable yet cosy this outfit is xxx
Honestly I think I'd go hunting for Dan Humphrey too! You look stunning in all of these photos and the background is just beautiful! I can't wait to visit New York one day! Jodie, xo // Jodie Loue
Urgh so jealous right now! I loved NYC and can't wait to go back. Dan wasn't really my cup of tea though….I more of a Chuck girl myself 😉 The Beauty Bloss
Your photos, your outfit and just you in general are all blogger GOALS. Love the setting and how sweet of your fiancee to carry the camera around and take some amazing shots of you. Dreaming of NYC now x
This whole post is amazing! The location, the outfit…all so beautiful. You really mastered how to style a chunky knit sweater and that green jacket is the perfect finishing touch. Thank you for the inspiration and have a wonderful weekend!
OMG im pretty much obsessed with GG as well! I have major withdrawals every single time I think about that show! I miss it so much! In love with the name of this posts and you look so fabulous! That coat is so amazing!
Very pretty outfit! Especially love the metallic boots and the coat 🙂 No need to apologize though…I loved watching Gossip Girl too! Christina ♥ https://caliope.name
I've finally started watching Gossip Girl after years of people telling me I should haha. I love the coat on you, it's looks super comfortable and sophisticated!
Elle seriously, you have to staaahhhp. I really want to go to NYC so badly, and even more so after seeing your posts and what an incredible time you had!! Those views are just amazing, and you look gorge too. I love your coat! xx
Elle I enjoyed reading this post so much! Not only do you look fab, the photos of the area are just fab and as a crazy GG fan too I love the Dan Humphrey references!!
I am so jealous you're in NYC (but stil really really happy for you :). Can you believe I visited it for the first time 2 years ago and didn't go to Brooklyn #Looser (in my defence, I didn't know it was cool at the time). I absolutely adore your shoes and your coat. I need an effortlessly chic coat and I love kaki (please don't be mad if we run into each other and I have the same one) 🙂 Xx
hahaha i can't let go of my attachment to Gossip Girl as well! i watch it over and over again. mostly i love the clothes and am always inspired whenever i watch an episode, but also i love the dynamics of the upper east side characters. your photos out and about in Manhattan look really great!
Oh man I just watched age of adaline as a consolation for my gossip girl woes and now after the mention of dan, omg I just love him haha there are some super cute pictures of him and blake when they first started filming. I adore your outfit and am totally obsessed with turtlenecks at the mo xxx
So fabulous! I have never been to New York let alone Brooklyn but it looks so beautiful. I love your coat & could only dream of wearing one here in San Diego. Have a happy weekend! :]
Beautiful photographs, I'd love to visit Brooklyn too! I might be a bit jealous here. Oh, and I'm such a great fan of Gossip Girl as well, it's a guilty pleasure for me (just like it is for you) but aren't we all supposed to have a few guilty pleasures! 😉 X http://www.lemontierres.com
What a stunning location, these pictures are fab! I've never been to New York or even to America so your New York posts are giving me itchy feet to get saving for a visit! Love the coat it looks amazing with your hair Amy xx Call Me Amy
This outfit is so gorgeous. I completely live my life by Gossip Girl too and even have pencils saying 'What would Blair Waldorf do?' on them, so, if you think you're sad…! haha! xxx
Id do anything to get to NYC! I can imagine just being in complete awe of the place. I also have to agree that I am a total sucker for GG! Everything is so classy but with a mischievous streak about it. I am loving that jumper too 😍 Bee | QueenBeady.com
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Ooooh those views. And you obviously, looking stunning in front of it all! I've always been someone who thought they'd only do one place once as there are far too many places to visit but I'd definitely go back to NYC. I love how fashionable yet cosy this outfit is xxx
Sam // Samantha Betteridge
I totally know what you mean Sam, I was always one of those that always wanted to go somewhere different… but then NYC happened 😉 Love that place!
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Great pics, Gossip Girl is the ultimate TV show!
Anika | anikamay.co.uk
Thanks lovely, it definitely is!
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Honestly I think I'd go hunting for Dan Humphrey too! You look stunning in all of these photos and the background is just beautiful! I can't wait to visit New York one day!
Jodie, xo // Jodie Loue
Haha so pleased it's not just me 😉 Thanks so much lovely!
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Urgh so jealous right now! I loved NYC and can't wait to go back. Dan wasn't really my cup of tea though….I more of a Chuck girl myself 😉
The Beauty Bloss
Haha I feel you, I feel you… I looked for him in the upper east side 😉
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You definitely channeled Blair nicely 🙂
Lots of love,
Angie
Thanks Angie 🙂
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I Love this outfit and how it was accessorized too. Looks great
xoxo – Style.. A Pastiche
Thanks so much lovely!
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You look gorgeous as ever. I can't relate to all the GG talk as I, -gasp- have not seen it!
Angie x | Chocolate & Lipstick || UK Beauty and Lifestyle Blog
All the gasps Angela, you are missing out 😉
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Your photos, your outfit and just you in general are all blogger GOALS. Love the setting and how sweet of your fiancee to carry the camera around and take some amazing shots of you. Dreaming of NYC now x
Beauty with charm
Ahh Alina you babe, thank you so much. The nicest comment!
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Such a gorgeous coat! Amazing views x
Heather | Of Beauty & Nothingness x
Thank you lady!
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I love that area of Dumbo in Brooklyn. Definitely go on Jane's carousel when you return!
Suze | LuxuryColumnist
Ooh thanks for the recommendation Suze, I definitely will!
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I love that area of Dumbo in Brooklyn. Definitely go on Jane's carousel when you return!
Suze | LuxuryColumnist
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Gossip Girl is like my all time favourite. I've visited Manhattan, but not Brooklyn. Will have to visit next time (if I ever go!). Gorgeous photos! x
http://www.beckieeschle.com
Ahh you definitely have to lovely, it's so incredible!!
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The jealousy is real, lemmie tell you that! I will visit somewhere in America…one day! And that coat looks like a burrito of warmth. Fabulous.
Meg | A Little Twist Of…
Haha ah girl, I'm jealous of myself looking back at this! A burrito of warmth… that is bloody brilliant!
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Ohhh, these photos are so nice! and I love gossip girl too! I need to rewatch it. I love your turtleneck!
Lee – leethrifts.blogspot.com
Thanks so much Lee, so glad you think so!
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I LOVE this location so much! I would loveeee to be able to shoot there one day too, the photos look bloody amazing!
Shot From The Street
Ah thank you lovely lady, so pleased you liked it! Your shots would look incredible there!
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This location is so amazing! The photos came out great (: I would love to go to NYC
Nati xx
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Thanks so much Nati, so pleased you liked it!
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This whole post is amazing! The location, the outfit…all so beautiful. You really mastered how to style a chunky knit sweater and that green jacket is the perfect finishing touch. Thank you for the inspiration and have a wonderful weekend!
http://www.laurenfarrellny.com/blog
Ah thank you so much Lauren, so pleased you liked the post. Have a fab weekend!
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OMG im pretty much obsessed with GG as well! I have major withdrawals every single time I think about that show! I miss it so much! In love with the name of this posts and you look so fabulous! That coat is so amazing!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Oh me too Shannon, the biggest withdrawals, I definitely restarted the whole thing again!
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Gorgeous photos! I love New York and need to find this spot on my next trip!
Kim
http://trendkeeper.me .. My controversial thoughts on Black Friday & a blanket scarf!
So so pretty, you'll definitely find it in Dumbo!
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Very pretty outfit! Especially love the metallic boots and the coat 🙂 No need to apologize though…I loved watching Gossip Girl too!
Christina ♥ https://caliope.name
Thanks so much lovely, so pleased you liked the post. GG is definitely the best!
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The coat looks really chic and cosy as well. You've captured the beauty of Brooklyn so well in your photos Elle. Xx
eLLa
every LiTTLE thing07
Ah thanks so much Ella, so pleased you liked the photo's!
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I've finally started watching Gossip Girl after years of people telling me I should haha. I love the coat on you, it's looks super comfortable and sophisticated!
Sam | http://mybeautycloud.com
Haha isn't it amazing? Beyond obsessed with it!
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Nice!
Kayla
Sheer Beauty Blog
Thanks hun!
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You look so gorgeous Elle and that setting! WOWWW! I need to go back to New York right now!
hellomissjordan.com xx
Thanks so much lovely, isn't the setting amazing.. bloody love NYC!
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The coat is simply stunning, and those pictures are too!
http://www.notesofglam95.blogspot.it/
Ah thank you lovely!
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In love with the coat and shoes! Brooklyn looks gorgeous, love the view. I would be looking for Dan and Serena too! Fantastic post!
http://Leftbankgirl.blogspot.com
Thank you lovely, glad you liked the outfit! I didn't find him unfortunately… next time 😉
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Gorgeous photos and loving your coat you look absolutely stunning.
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Thanks so much lovely, so kind of you!
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Elle seriously, you have to staaahhhp. I really want to go to NYC so badly, and even more so after seeing your posts and what an incredible time you had!! Those views are just amazing, and you look gorge too. I love your coat! xx
Jessie | allthingsbeautiful-x
Haha thanks giiirl! I honestly couldn't recommend it enough, I had the time of my life!
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Elle I enjoyed reading this post so much! Not only do you look fab, the photos of the area are just fab and as a crazy GG fan too I love the Dan Humphrey references!!
Robyn / Phases Of Robyn
Ahh thank you lovely, so happy you liked it. Even more happy that I have another fellow gossip girl'er 😉
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Olive and cream is a dream! Love this effortlessly chic look!
Chichistashan.blogspot.in
Thanks so much ChiChi, I love the combo too!
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I am so jealous you're in NYC (but stil really really happy for you :). Can you believe I visited it for the first time 2 years ago and didn't go to Brooklyn #Looser (in my defence, I didn't know it was cool at the time). I absolutely adore your shoes and your coat. I need an effortlessly chic coat and I love kaki (please don't be mad if we run into each other and I have the same one) 🙂 Xx
Ally | http://www.glamoclock.com
Such beautiful photos. I could tell how excited you are in this post…so cute!x
http://www.majeang.com
I am a 'looser' too! Love the photos! So jealous!
Dora http://www.bangsbang.com
hahaha i can't let go of my attachment to Gossip Girl as well! i watch it over and over again. mostly i love the clothes and am always inspired whenever i watch an episode, but also i love the dynamics of the upper east side characters. your photos out and about in Manhattan look really great!
It is so cool you went to this location! Love the coat too!
xo
http://www.laurajaneatelier.com
Oh man I just watched age of adaline as a consolation for my gossip girl woes and now after the mention of dan, omg I just love him haha there are some super cute pictures of him and blake when they first started filming. I adore your outfit and am totally obsessed with turtlenecks at the mo xxx
OHHHH NYC, it looks so gorgeous (as do you my sweetheart) Looking forward to catching up with everything from your trip lovely
Lauren x
Britton Loves | Lifestyle Food Beauty
So fabulous! I have never been to New York let alone Brooklyn but it looks so beautiful. I love your coat & could only dream of wearing one here in San Diego. Have a happy weekend! :]
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Beautiful photographs, I'd love to visit Brooklyn too! I might be a bit jealous here. Oh, and I'm such a great fan of Gossip Girl as well, it's a guilty pleasure for me (just like it is for you) but aren't we all supposed to have a few guilty pleasures! 😉 X
http://www.lemontierres.com
Brooklyn looks nice over there.
Lovin your oversized coat as well elle.
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I seriously need to visit NYC – it looks amazing. Love this outfit, very chic. I'm sure Blair Waldorf would approve!
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Those shoes are so cool – can't believe they're Clarks! Love the coat too – the khaki colour is so pretty. x
Kate Louise Blogs
What a stunning location, these pictures are fab! I've never been to New York or even to America so your New York posts are giving me itchy feet to get saving for a visit! Love the coat it looks amazing with your hair
Amy xx
Call Me Amy
I love love this coat and you look absolutely gorgeous. I am jealous that you are in New York.
Zeynab x
The Beauty Load
I'd love to visit Brooklyn one day!
Rubi | Instagram | The Den | http://www.the-den.blogspot.com
Love how you did this (also love the outfit!). The views are beautiful x
Ellé | http://www.ellesimpson.co.uk
Beautiful photos, you look lovely! I hope you had an amazing time, it sure sounds like it 🙂 xx
This outfit is so gorgeous. I completely live my life by Gossip Girl too and even have pencils saying 'What would Blair Waldorf do?' on them, so, if you think you're sad…! haha! xxx
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Lovely pictures of you in sunny NYC. The coat is probably my favourite item from your outfit. Really pretty. xx
Renata | Speaking Beauty UK
Id do anything to get to NYC! I can imagine just being in complete awe of the place. I also have to agree that I am a total sucker for GG! Everything is so classy but with a mischievous streak about it.
I am loving that jumper too 😍
Bee | QueenBeady.com
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