Well, I am off for a nice, long Autumn weekend to one of my very favorite places...New York City. I am so looking forward to some fun days of visiting with friends and family and hitting some of my favorite shops and museums. First stop will, of course, be the newly re-opened Shabby Chic on Mercer Street. I've held out as long as I can (two weeks?) and now it's time to see the new digs in person. Have you seen the shop photos that Rachel posted on her blog? They look so pretty - I can hardly wait!
In addition to Shabby, I have a long list (as usual) of places that I want to go. I'm going to try to make it to as many as possible, but I fear I may be side-tracked by my daughters (American Girl, FAO, and Dylan's Candy Bar) and my husband (all THREE Apple Stores!). So, wish me luck. :-)
Now, before I go, I need to take you on a little trip to Paris. Well, Paris to the Moon, that is. This stunning little shop is located in Costa Mesa, California and is truly worth a visit.
Paris to the Moon gives new meaning to the words "eye candy".
Everywhere you look, there is something beautiful to see...
Floating pink butterflies...
and sweet little birdies.
Pretty glittered and vintage wallpaper-covered crowns...
How about a pink bust?
Or some yummy candy party favors in pretty pastel colors...
Sherbet-striped ribbons...
Vintage goodies...like these adorable barrettes displayed on vintage playing cards.
I love these new "old" stock greeting cards...
and these lovely hankies.
There are also tons of gorgeous wedding cake toppers...
and lots of hand-made gifts - like these fun crepe paper prize ribbons.
Paris to the Moon is a such a pretty shop. So, do try to get there sometime and see it for yourself- it's just too beautiful to miss.
Have a great weekend!
:-)
Jessica
I love that store! So many goodies in such a small quaint shop:))
Have a great time on your NY trip:)))
Smiles,
kayellen
Posted by: kayellen | October 07, 2009 at 11:54 PM
Great post!! have fun and let us know all about it. I'm off to New York for the first time next month, so excited - let me know all the great things to do!! xx
Posted by: LissyLou | October 08, 2009 at 03:01 AM
OMG! Your pics of Paris to the Moon are amazing beyond words! I had to study each and every detail. It seems to me that California has all the good shops. We have nothing like that here. Have a wonderful weekend in NY (I'm green with envy!)
xo
jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | October 08, 2009 at 07:34 AM
Oh my goodness! The shop is just amazing! I love it all.
Have a wonderful time in NYC.
Posted by: Tamerie Shriver | October 08, 2009 at 12:17 PM
Oh what a lovely little shop....I'm green with envy....it is totally charming.
Thanks for sharing and have an awesome day.
Blessings,
Spencer
Posted by: Spencer | October 08, 2009 at 12:26 PM
I used to think I was a shopaholic (in ye good olde days, when I didn't have to wrestle through shop doors with a pram!), but you are far better than I ever was! I would LOVE to go to the shops you talk about in your posts. I'm sure that there are such pearls in England, but I've never come across them!
Thank you for sharing your superb photos.
Have fun in NY, you lucky thing!
:o)
x
Posted by: sadie | October 08, 2009 at 12:47 PM
Your life sounds like mine...American Girl and the Apple store!! HAHA. I live in Anaheim Hills, CA and I haven't even heard of some of the stores you have blogged about. Now I have some new stores to check out! Thanks for sharing!
Have fun in NY.
Blessings,
Maria
Posted by: Maria | October 08, 2009 at 08:37 PM
holy guacamole, i would need a snack before and after entering this shop. absolutely amazing! did you buy things? sooooo glad you took pics.
have a wonderful autumn weekend in NYC! what a fabulous time to be there. sigh.
perhaps we'll have a tinsel tuesday next week? tee hee
xo
Posted by: elyse | October 08, 2009 at 09:30 PM
Oh Jessica I'm SO THRILLED you're going to see the NEW Shabby in New York... :o) !
So GOOD for the soul to be surrounded by such beauty...!!!
Hey listen, while you're there do you think you might be able to 'snaffle' some brochures...They would make an EXCELLENT give away....!!
I'll be with you in spirit....!
Cheers from Australia,
Tamarah :o)
Posted by: Tamarah | October 08, 2009 at 10:14 PM
pics are great!!!
Posted by: virginia bed and breakfast | October 09, 2009 at 08:58 AM
I agree with jeanie, there is nothing around where I live in Missouri, either that is fabulous like the store you showed Paris to the Moon.
I sure hope you post pictures from the Shabby Chic store, when you return home.
I am here just dreaming of going.
Posted by: Janice In Missouri | October 09, 2009 at 10:02 AM
WOW! Absolutely beautiful pictures! Looks like a lovely store. Thank you for sharing. Have a WONDERFUL weekend! :]
Posted by: April | October 09, 2009 at 02:39 PM
That shop is exactly what I love..lots of stuff everywhere, eye candy galore! Your pictures are great, I feel like I just visited. I'll be back to view them when I need a dose of inspiration. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Mitzi Curi | October 10, 2009 at 06:55 AM
Jessica, you never disappoint! What a lovely shop, have a wonderful time in NYC,I hope to visit there someday.
Posted by: DreamGirlLisa | October 10, 2009 at 11:04 AM
What an absolutely gorgeous shop!! I never wanted the pictures to end!! Have a wonderful weekend in NYC. The weather looks better for the second half of the weekend but I'm sure you'll make the most of it no matter what. : )
~ Wendy
http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Wendy McDonagh-Valentine | October 10, 2009 at 08:42 PM
If I'm ever in Costa Mesa I'm going to have to make this my first stop. Heavenly! Have a wonderful trip to NYC. My brother and his wife and 2 year old just moved there and are loving it. Jenn @ rookno17.blogspot.com
Posted by: Jenn Erickson | October 10, 2009 at 11:26 PM
New York is very beautiful city> iT s the modern city with sky scrapping building. I went there last year and booked my flight through LMT. IT was really good experience there and we enjoyed lot.
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