Goodbye 2014...Bonjour 2015!

So, a year ago I posted my 14 for 2014. These were 14 things that I wanted to accomplish in 2014.  You can read about them here. Reflecting back, I accomplished about half of them. I'd say that is pretty good.

Instead of doing 15 for 2015, I have decided to continue to work on accomplishing those that I did not achieve or even attempt. I don't think that I'm going make any new resolutions for the coming year. Instead of accomplishing tasks, I just want to change my mindset. I want to take on a "The Best is Yet to Come" mentality. To me, this means always choosing to see the best in every situation. My goal is to wake up each day and truly allow God to use me to do His will. This year has been tough, but it has also been incredible. In the year to come, I want to choose joy in the tougher moments and I encourage you to do the same.

We truly live a blessed life. Don't forget to see the beauty in the little things, they are everywhere.

My NYE Look: (Blazer: H&M (similar here) / Top: ASOS (simliar) / Skirt: Shishi / Tights: Similar Here / Shoes: Banana Republic)

How much do you love this beautiful planner?! I know everyone uses their phone to keep track of life, but there is something special about writing down day to day life. My friends at Horacio Printing have combined faith, goal setting and encouragement into a gorgeous daily planner. I highly recommend grabbing one for 2015! 

Happy New Year! 

xoxo Naturally Ginger

Photos c/o Diane Rodriguez

Naturally Ginger Turns O-N-E

First off, MERRY CHRISTMAS! 

Guess what!?!?! I made it a year! Naturally Ginger turns one today and I could not be more proud and excited. This year has been filled with so many ups and downs. I have experienced a ton of change, but coming back to my blog has provided an outlet for my creativity and personality. I am so grateful for all the readers and supporters. I'm particularly thankful for my Frans who have taken pictures and posed for so many posts. Thanks to my family for their contribution and support, Bourgeois Bob. I have also loved collaborating with other bloggers and learning more about the field. 

Year one was great, but I'm SO excited for year 2! My hope is that I continue to learn more about blogging, picture taking and how to produce a quality product. I hope you will all keep reading and I can not say THANK YOU enough for checking out the posts week after week. 

We all have a story to tell, thanks for reading mine. 

Dress: Club Monaco (similar here) / Faux Fur Jacket: Forever21 / Sunglasses: Kate Spade / Shoes: Christian Louboutin / Earrings: Banana Republic (similar here) / Purse: Lauren Cecchi / Rings: Forever21 / Bracelet: Coach / Watch: Michael Kors

xoxo

Naturally Ginger

Photos by Kait from Madly Mignon

Knee-High Boots & Buvette

I woke up Sunday craving Buvette. I texted Natty to go for brunch, and after church we headed there with an extra Fran in tow, Ms. Meredith. We had to wait a bit, Buvette's popularity is definitely rising, but eventually got a table at this West Village staple. It was worth the stint in the cold to come inside to the tantalizing scents, busting chatter and warm hues. 

Look at the precious new custom coffee cups they got!  

We started with the Croissants. The order is served with a spoon filled with butter and jam.

Next, came the eggs. The Jambon Cru never gets old - Steamed Eggs, Prosciutto and Parmesan over toast. 

We also got the Croque Madame - I refer to it as a fancy Ham & Cheese with Egg. And who can resist their Roquefort Butter. It is literally butter and roquefort cheese mixed together with cherries. 

Temps in the city have been fluctuating a lot. It is like the city can't decide if it is ready for Winter or not. The best way to manage your wardrobe during the changing temps, is to play with layer lengths. My look for Sunday was a long shirt with long boots and a short jacket. 

This incredible coat is BB Dakota. I picked it up at the Piperlime Store. 

Top: Zara / Leggings: Club Monaco / Boots: C. Wonder / Sunglasses: Kate Spade / Necklace: Speakable

Over the Knee Boots are very in this season. I was hesitant to give into the fad, but I stumbled upon these beauties on sale (under $100) and could not resist. 

What fashion fad do you want to give into, but don't want to spend a fortune on? I'd love to hear!

- Naturally Ginger