New York May Be Killing Me, But It Is Loving Jamie xx.

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on February 24, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Le Poisson Rouge was on fire Tuesday night, and at the red-hot center of the jaw dropping, booty shaking explosion of beats and bass stood an inconspicuous British youth wearing headphones and a wry smile. Jamie xx, DJ, musician, producer, and one third of the band the xx, killed it solo yesterday with a mind-blowing … Continue reading →

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SHOP // A.P.C. Specials

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on February 12, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Over the weekend I stumbled into A.P.C. Specials and was totally blown away by the simple and elegant line produced by the masterminds at French design house A.P.C from mastermind Jean Touitou. Having recently opened its doors in early February, A.P.C. Specials retails only exclusives that you can find nowhere else. Currently the women’s collection … Continue reading →

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STYLE: Spring Preview at Chinese Laundry

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on February 4, 2011 · 1 Comment 

In honor of FFANY and with NYFW rapidly approaching Chinese Laundry made my day with an invitation to check out their Spring & Fall 2011 in their uptown showroom. The space was colorfully lit and abuzz with buyers from all over the US while shoe models showed off the fabulous wares. As the official sponsor of Miss Universe 2011, … Continue reading →

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SHOP: HungChains

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on August 3, 2010 · 2 Comments 

If I had a dollar for every time someone yanked the chains that wrap around my sunglasses and said “Where did you get those? I love them!” I’d be a millionaire.  Meet HungChains.  Founder Rachel Lauren Bleemer and Alexandra Goodstone reinvented the popular 50′s glasses chain with a modern and edgy touch.  These handmade one-of-a-kind … Continue reading →

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The Dirt: The Blind Barber (Formally Plan B) Coming Soon

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on May 7, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Josh Boyd, Adam Kirsch, and Jeff Laub are getting ready to soft launch their new spot – The Blind Barber.  Formally Plan B, The BB will feature a functional old-school classic barber shop in the front and a bar/lounge in the back. They will be doing Men’s Haircuts during the day, hosting happy hours, and … Continue reading →

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Event Listing: It’s my party and I’ll _____________ if I want to.

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on May 5, 2010 · 1 Comment 

To commemorate 365 nights of running around, covering events, I will be hosting my own epic bash tomorrow at The Eldridge.  The evening will be documented by nightlife bad-boy photographer, Kirill of Kirillwashere.com, and hosted by Brooklyn based DJs and Music Producers, Finger on the Pulse, the infamous “Mike” from Mike’s Apartment, Rethink Pop Music, … Continue reading →

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Drink: It's Martini Week, Get You're Slurpage On

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on March 3, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Monday night, Thrillist and Tasting Table kicked off Martini Week with a happy hour at Madam Geneva featuring Bombay Sapphire and Grey Goose martini cocktails. Martini Week is a two-week-long promotion, during hand selected bars/restaurants in Manhattan offer $10 martinis from 5:30pm to 8:30pm nightly – each featuring a specialty cocktail curated by the venues … Continue reading →

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I NEED AN INTERN

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on March 2, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

I need an intern!  If you are interested or know anyone that might be hit me up! Send an email to (kristina@thedowntowndiaries.com) with a short description of your experience and why you are interested in the position.  Must live in NYC but this is a WFH position.  Going out and attending cool parties is apart … Continue reading →

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Mark It Down: Valentine's Day Pajama Party Meatup

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on February 8, 2010 · 1 Comment 

Tis the season once again.  Check out this new event that BK Hookup is hosting.  Get your swag on. via BK Hookup Come dressed in your finest PJs for the most off the hook Valentine’s party E-V-E-R. If, and only if, you buy an advance ticket, we’ll match each and every one of you up … Continue reading →

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Your Best Bet: The Weekend Lineup

Posted by The Downtown Diaries on February 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

This weekend is the weekend of all weekends.  Map out your schedule because there are a lot of parties to hit up. Thursday WHIPPED: Hot Chip Album Release Party with BOY CRISIS vs. DAS RACIST DJ Set @ Baddies // 20 Greenwhich Ave @ W10th St // 10PM+ OBLITERATI: Social Media Week @ R Bar … Continue reading →

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