Making it in Manhattan
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Making it in Manhattan is a website for the career focused woman. Caroline Vazzana created Making it Manhattan as an outlet for anyone who is about to start out their career in the fashion industry.
Making it in Manhattan
1w ago
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By: Caroline Vazzana
I used to really love Fashion Week, and I still do, just not in the way I did when I was, say 21. When I first graduated college and started working at Teen Vogue, I got to attend Fashion Week shows for my boss, and that was one of the coolest experiences. This was pre influencers, when Fashion Week was still run by editors and the front rows were boasting with people whose articles I'd read for years and names I admired from only the masthead of my favorite publications. Fashion Week had this uber special feeling, it felt like ma ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1M ago
By: Caroline Vazzana
While I know I am beyond late to posting this…I still wanted to share. I went back and forth over the past month about starting a newsletter that you’d have to subscribe to and pay for. And while that did interest me, I also still just wanted an outlet to be able to write occassionally and share my thoughts. So below is what would have been my first newsletter bit I’ve made it an old school blog post, do people still read these? Anywho, if you do stumble across this post, hi, thank you for being here and I hope you like the below
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Happy New Year gal pals! I truly ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Christina Limmer
It seems that every day, you can read about something new that you should be either doing or avoiding; another meal plan, another workout, another product you need to try (or steer clear of!) Recently, we’ve seen a handful of interesting wellness trends going around, and we decided to round a few up and share them with you!
Driving gloves
Don’t let the name fool you—you don’t have to be the one driving to benefit from a pair of driving gloves. Whether you’re playing Passenger Princess in an Uber, on a weekend road trip or even taking a stroll outside o ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Christina Limmer
We’ve all been there… those days where we seem to lack the motivation to get anything checked off our to-do list. Sometimes, it helps to seek out the advice of someone who has been there too—but has also come out the other side. In these days of entrepreneurial takeover, guidance is easy to come by. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite podcasts to inspire you to be the boss babe you’re meant to be!
You may recall we covered this topic in 2021—and we still stand by those recommendations today as well! If you have yet to read about those 7 podcasts ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Nicole McCray
Footwear changes with the seasons, and ensuring you’re toting the season’s trends while staying comfortable can be a challenge. Besides your feet, you want your legs comfortable, too. Why is legwear important for changing seasons? If you’re on your feet all day, or if you sit all day at a desk, you may be more susceptible to leg problems. So keeping them comfortable while staying fashionable and adjusting as the seasons change can require some thought. How can you ensure your gams will be able to withstand the season’s most fashionable footwear? The h ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Christina Limmer
Thanks in large part to Hulu’s Pam & Tommy, Netflix’s new documentary Pamela, A Love Story, and a recently-released memoir entitled Love, Pamela, there’s been a reawakened interest in the beautiful ‘90s bombshell Pamela Anderson. (And rightfully so!) Throughout her career, Anderson was objectified and rarely seen as a serious actress. She’s finally telling her side of the story and we are living for it! To celebrate her speaking up for herself, we’ve compiled a few of her most memorable looks and how you can incorporate them into your own closet ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Christina Limmer
Have you ever wondered why some of your favorite bloggers and influencers have a ridiculously chic work space? It seems internet it-girls have everything from a color-coded planner to aesthetically pleasing storage and even wall hangings that instantly invoke a feeling of calm. Believe it or not, it’s not just about the look. An aesthetically-pleasing and organized workspace can help your productivity—something that’s sometimes necessary while a lot of us are still working from home.
seeing is believing
The latest trends in organization are all base ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Christina Limmer
The perfect way we thought we could kick off celebrating Paris Fashion Week was to recount some of the most memorable looks from our favorite quirky, Paris-dwelling maximalist, Emily Cooper from the Netflix series Emily In Paris. Emily’s bold sense of style is right in our wheelhouse; we never shy away from color, patterns and statement accessories! Truth be told, each of her epic outfits deserves a place on this list—but, in the interest of saving you some time, we’ve rounded up five of our favorite fashion statements—outfits and accessories alike ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Hailey Bishop
Juicy Couture has been a brand that many have come to know and love throughout the years. Launching in the 90s, Juicy was a hit within the fashion industry. Celebrities including Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian, and many other style socialites have been previously spotted sporting velour tracksuits, handbags, accessories, and more! Since then, the brand has collaborated with companies such as Emi Jay, Urban Outfitters, and Forever 21 just to name a few.
The Beginning
Beginning in 1997, by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor the brand was sure to ..read more
Making it in Manhattan
1y ago
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By: Christina Limmer
There’s no denying the resurgence and quirky appeal of thrift stores recently. Thrifting takes more time, patience, and a (literal) hands-on approach than typical retail shopping, For those without access to the closet of a once-fashionable mom or chic spinster aunt, thrifting is the next best option to get your hands on unique retro pieces and timeless designer gems. While there’s no right or wrong answer as to which is better, we’re going to delve into the benefits (and bummers) of each so that you can decide for yourself which works best ..read more