Oh, Amsterdam, the land of weed and prostitution, right? On this trip, I experienced new substances, was scarred by how far horniness will drive a man, and devoured fries. I will definitely be back to this land of bikes. EAT: View this post on Instagram Always having food on my face thanks @josienbreedijk đ Also… Read More Amsterdam Guide
The third of my trips was to Barcelona for Abroadfest. Abroadfest is basically three days of clubbing for American college kids, who are studying abroad. After this trip, I kind of understand why some countries don’t like Americansâwe travel in huge packs, we’re loud, we’re obnoxious, and we take pictures like we have 1M followers… Read More Barcelona Guide
The weekend after Copenhagen, my friend and I travelled to Budapest. The sole reason I chose Budapest was for the SzĂ©chenyi thermal bathâit’s all over Instagram. It’s a “must-Insta,” if you’re studying abroad in Europe. It may have been a shallow reason to go to Hungary, but Budapest was surprisingly fun. EAT: View this post… Read More Budapest Guide
After taking nearly a year off from writing on this blog, I decided it might be time to start up again. As I’m “studying” abroad in London, I’ve done a decent amount of traveling and want to share with you my version of a guide to the cities I’ve visited. The first destination, and one… Read More Copenhagen Guide
It’s that time of year, when drinking rosĂ© indoors just doesn’t cut it. That’s right – it’s rooftop season. Make sure to put on some sort of makeup setting spray and hit up happy hour at these picture perfect spots. (Expect updates throughout the summer.) Last Updated: July 10th Westlight – The William Vale (Williamsburg) View… Read More Best Rooftop Bars in NYC
I found Panna II on Instagram, the Refinery29 profile to be exact, and I had to go. I had walked past it numerous times, because I live in walking distance from the colorful Indian restaurant. My friend Miso texted me on Friday night asking if I wanted to go to dinner and that I could… Read More Panna II Garden is Not For The Anxiety Stricken
I recently returned from my Africa trip in late January, but I wish I was back already. New York City winter is not as kind as Cape Town’s summer. Here are some things to do in South Africa’s number one vacation destination: Take an Ocean Drive Around Cape Town We hired a guide to drive us… Read More 6 Things to do in Cape Town
Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke that Thunders) forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. It’s the fourth largest waterfall in Africa, and regarded as one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The peak month to see the most water is in April, and the lowest levels are in October-November. I went in… Read More How to See Victoria Falls
I saw a hippo run into the Zambezi River as the sun was setting behind me in Zambia. It was so naturally explosive, you’d think I was making it up, or it was some type of rehearsed animal exploitive show. I had forgotten how special spontaneous moments like this one were, but that’s why we… Read More The River Club – Zambia
I got my first glimpse of Emirates Airline when I watched Jennifer Aniston’s commercial. It was the one where Aniston had a nightmare about being on a plane without a shower or a lounge, and then she woke up in her bed on the Emirates flight. I didn’t remember that commercial until my step-mom told… Read More Business Class – Emirates Airline
The Saxon is one of those hotels, where the money spent is completely worth it. Nelson Mandela worked on his book, Long Walk to Freedom, at this former private home. The place spans six acres and includes a koi pond, several pools, a fantastic spa, restaurants, a fitness center, and an underground garage which holds… Read More Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
Couture Mermaid is now in its fourth year! This blog has grown so much in 2016, and I can only hope that 2017 is even better. Here are some highlights from the past year: 2400+ views 83 followers 67 likes 50+ countries reached (most popular in America, Brazil, and France) 23 posts 7 comments An… Read More Year In Review: 2016
During my two years of living in New York City, I have quickly learned what a Goyard tote bag was. Before then, I had never heard of the expensive French brand or its luggage, but I knew of Louis Vuitton’s totes, which are also favorited by New Yorkers. Once I learned that these bags go for… Read More Consumer Research: Expensive Totes
A style tribe is a group of like-minded/living individuals who adopt an appearance as a way to determine membership. Gallerinas are a style tribe of young professionals (male or female) in the NYC art gallery world. The name is fairly obvious and has even been used in a New York Times article. Gallerinas are seen somewhat as snooty and… Read More Style Tribe: Gallerina
The PANTONE Fashion Color Report provides an overview of the colors used by designers for their SS17 collections. “Conveying even more energy is Lapis Blue. Strong and confident, this intense blue shade is imbued with an inner radiance,” according to PANTONE. 19-4045 Lapis Blue is a low saturated, dark, cool blue. It’s a shade of the… Read More PANTONE 19-4045 Lapis Blue
