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Patricia Chang Perfect Picnic Central Park

It's our second year that Perfect Picnic has created the most incredible spread for Hank's birthday picnic! He is so loved and is the most selfless person. He is always giving all of himself for Chase and I and I wanted him to have a beautiful day to celebrate him!

And you can see why I chose Perfect Picnic - their attention to detail is flawless and they really know how to make your day special. I love their classic blanksets, and the pillows make the long hours spent at the park much more comfortable (something you wouldn't normally bring out to the park yourself). On this hot Saturday, you can bet their fans and umbrellas came in hand - they thought of everything!

This was a customized event spread that was ordered for 20 people in mind, we had close to 30 friends and family show up with plenty of food still! Perfect Picnic has all sorts of picnics starting as low as $10 for a Kid's meal, $15 for an adult's Grab & Go bags, to delivery boxes and catering. My personal favorites are the Soppressata with Spicy Dilly Green Bean baguettini, Kale Salad, and the Fig Spread. Though honestly, they're all amazing! The baguettinis are unique and explode with flavor - you might remember that they happen to be perfectly Chase sized from this image last year:

Patricia Chang Central Park Perfect Picnic

When I'm walking around Central Park I'll see beautiful engagement spreads on the weekends, or people having a relaxing lunch~ If you're interested, it's really simple to use. We arranged a date and time, showed up, enjoyed, and left! They set up and clean up everything for you if you choose to do a spread. Here is their site for more info - Happy Picnicking!

PerfectPicnic.com

1. Make your picnic selection.

2. Pick your date and time to enjoy.

3. Choose delivery or experience location.

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Wearing: Zara Sweater (similar), BDG Jeans, Zara boots (similar)

A good foundation to a solid closet is to start with the basics. In this post, we'll style this cozy turtleneck. With the right accessories, a simple staple can be transformed into a range of looks. Here are three examples.

A Feminine Touch

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Wearing: ALC skirt (similar), Chanel bag (similar), Valentino Pumps

For a flirty, feminine look, it's as easy as pairing it with the right skirt. Luckily, most skirts will work with an oversized, solid, gray sweater. Experiment with different lengths, colors, and textures. The finishing touch is in the shoes. For a light and airy feel, we went with all neutral tones, and delicate jewelry.

Give it an Edge

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Wearing: Chanel Sunglasses, Iro Leather Jacket (similar), Aritzia Leather leggings (similar), Tibi Boots (similar), Alexander Wang Tote Bag (similar)

For that cool girl look, a simple trick is: black on black on black. Oh, and sunglasses for a mysterious vibe! In addition to your knit sweater, I recommend adding a classic leather jacket to the inventory of basics in your closet. It took me years to find just the right one, but now I can turn to it to make any outfit on point.

Playful Comfort

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Wearing: Patricia Chang Donut Bag, J Crew Beanie (similar), Zara Pants (similar), Vince Slip on Sneakers, Luna on the Moon Eye Brooch

For a playful, casual look, style your outfit with quirky accessories. Let your personality shine! I love that this donut bag is a conversation starter. Choose pieces that will bring a smile to your face and those around you. Also, choose cool, comfortable pieces like relax fit pants. To finish, keep your look fresh with a pair of clean white shoes.