Urbanista

John Barrett

urbanista — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 16:19:21 +0000

Imagine this series of events: you walk down glamour-ridden Fifth Avenue, step into a quintessential New York City department store, find the nearest elevator, and ride up to the ninth floor. The elevator doors open and overlook one of the most beautiful views the city has to offer. Sound like a dream? In more ways than one, the John Barrett Salon at Bergdorff Goodman is like the best dream you’ve ever had. Getting groomed while looking out over The Plaza and Central Park is heavenly, but the real reason to make your appointment is the talent. Jay Ree is a stylist extraordinaire; with both a British accent and charm, he has an uncanny ability to shape hair to flatter your face. One of his tricks—have you stand for a few minutes while he cuts. “I figure that if I have to stand, you should too,” he jokes (but in all seriousness, it actually gives him an eye level view of what he is doing). Using only products from John Barrett’s amazing Elementage line, such as the Be Cleansed shampoo, the Be Conditioned conditioner and, our fav, the Be Healed styling masque (it’s truly amazing!), the experience leaves you counting down the days until your next appointment.

Yelo

urbanista — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 23:18:38 +0000

Need a nap? We all do. Need a power nap in the middle of the day? The conveniently located YELO has your back, literally. In a miraculously quiet environment nestled on 57th Street near Columbus Circle, you can be tucked under a warm blanket, recline in a zero gravity chair at the center of your own napping room, and be treated to a remarkably tranquil 20-40 minute reflexology session, YELOnap, or combination of both. While it seems like a scenario from preschool, the adult touch comes in the choice the sounds (such as ocean waves, bird calls, and white noise) and fresh, non-caffeinated tea (of course!) presented at the door. And the best part: there is no need to keep your eye on the clock, because once it’s time to wakeup, a simulated sunrise takes place within your sleeping pod which gradually wakes up your senses, reinvigorated your mind, and permits you to leave the premises feeling as though you just got hours of sleep. Yelo comes highly recommended. –Cassandra Handley

Me & Co.

urbanista — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 14:45:56 +0000

She’s preggo and you’re…out of ideas. Blankets, bibs and onesies–been there, done that! Sure, you want the tot to be well-dressed (baby Burburry! little Lily Pulitzer!) and well-read (This Little Piggy Went to Prada, anyone?), but how about stepping off the beaten path and sharing some of the love with the mom-to-be (you know, the one carrying the extra 30 pounds who is about to forget what sleep was like)? Me and Co. jewelry was created to celebrate her… the joy, anxiety, and even those sudden pickle and peanut butter ice cream cravings. It’s for mom, and everything that goes along with expecting. Oh, and unlike everything else in her life, it’s sure to fit. –Liana Guzman

Me & Co.

urbanista — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 14:42:56 +0000

Hot Links #2

urbanista — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 15:02:48 +0000

E.A. Hanks is becoming quite the YouTube star…

Hot Links #1

urbanista — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 20:12:27 +0000

We just had to link to the below video ‘cuz E.A. Hanks is one of our besties! PS, bookmark her new blog, From A to B–it’s destined to be a hit.

Anotheroom

urbanista — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:41:27 +0000

We won’t call this trinity holy, but if there were three rooms worth worshiping in New York City The Room, The Otheroom, and Anotheroom would be them. Opened in November of 1999, Anotheroom, located in TriBeca, is the newest establishment of the three. Its exposed brick, candle light, and intimate setting, might make it the coziest. With an international selection of wine and beer this cash-only bar is perfect for quiet drinks. –Caitlin McNary

Anotheroom is filed under Food&Drink: Date Drinks.

Bumble & Bumble

urbanista — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:40:46 +0000

From the chic atmosphere to the incredibly nice and knowledgeable staff, an afternoon at Bumble and Bumble’s uptown location is a fabulous experience. Their colorists know what they are doing, which is always a plus (when one urbanista—me, haha—wanted to tone down her blonde highlights, the stylist found the perfect natural looking color that she loved), and the stylists can be trusted to give you a modern and fresh cut that will customize to create your signature look (but if you are there for a haircut, do beware: B&B is still the home of the razor cut, which looks amazing on some, but it’s not for everyone, as it can be hard to style yourself). A trip to B&B is def pricey, but magazine editors, celebrities, socialites, and models continue to flock to the salon for a reason. And if you cringe at the price tag, try the B&B University to get cut or colored by a trainee. By the way, the salon’s products are great as well: Try the new hair powder, which is great for those days you just can’t be bothered to wash your hair (dude, you know you have those days too). –Kristin Koch

Bumble and Bumble is filed under Beauty&Body: Haircut and Beauty&Body: Hair Color.

Miano Viel

urbanista — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:40:13 +0000

With women’s haircuts starting at $200 this midtown salon, is not altogether pocketbook friendly, but is worth its weight in gold, or in this urbanista’s case, plastic. But the top-notch haircuts aren’t why we are recommending Miano Viel; instead, we think the salon’s tucked away spa does truly expert eyebrows (although they are p.r.i.c.e.y.). So if you have the inclination—and the compensation—to try Miano Viel, you’ll definitely get what you’ve paid for. –Caitlin McNary

Miano Viel is filed under Beauty&Body: Eyebrows.

JG Mellon

urbanista — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:39:49 +0000

Upper East Side prepsters flood this joint on Saturday and Sunday afternoons for the delicious cheeseburgers and one-of-a kind cottage fries, along with the restaurant’s strong-but-tasty Boody Marys. The space is tight and almost always crowded, and sometimes people line up out the door to grab a meal. During the week, couples in work attire and an older crowd often storm the bar and restaurant, making for an always noisy but fun environment, and when the weather gets warm, the restaurant offers outdoor seating. The American menu is pretty standard, but definitely order the thick hamburger, which is JG Mellon’s signature dish. Not in the mood for a burger? Try their steaming hot chili. But beware, the service is not ideal, and you may wait a bit for your grub to arrive—but trust us, it’s well worth the wait. And don’t forget to save room for desert: Their homemade pies are unbeatable. –Kristin Koch

JG Mellon is filed under Food&Drink: Classic New York and Food&Drink: Outdoor Dining.