// TOURIST

// TOURIST 

I finally got back into the city yesterday at around 4:30 pm, after being delayed since 7:00 am. I dropped my stuff off, unpacked my camera and went for a walk. Haven't done a tourist stroll in a while. I walked onto, ugh I forget the name of the street, I was in the West Village and the street started with a C. Helpful. Anyway, I walked onto a really cute street that started with a C, and found a delightful looking cocktail and oyster bar. All the new places you can find in a 10 minute walk in New York City still blows my mind. Happy to be back :) Happy Friday!

// HOME

// HOME

It's 8:30 pm, my flight is supposed to be boarding now. Instead, it's delayed. Yay for me. So I've sat myself down at the bar, ordered a campari, and opened my computer. I'm flying back home to New York from a nice long weekend spent at home home [which is Richmond Hill]. I think this was the first trip home home that made me realize how quickly the people in my life are growing up. I met Shai, Sandra's new baby [I don't think I've mentioned the girls on this new site yet, you can click here to be redirected to old iCandi posts] on Saturday night before the ladies and I went to eat at our favouritre restaurant in the City, Lee's. My older sister Tina is married, all my little cousins have instagram, and facebook and can play baseball better than I can, my little sister just finished writing her MCAT, my brother is getting better looking by the day, I'm heading back to a city that I'm slowly calling home. My guy friends are turning into men, I'm talking to you on a whole new grown up version of iCandi, I shipped off orders earlier today to people who are actually interested in pieces that I designed [a dream of mine that has come true]. And on top of it all, when the hell did I become a 26 year old? This is all just happening too fast. [side note: flight delayed another hour, "another Campari please"]

Maybe I'm just getting emotional, or a little tipsy, but life is happening. Big things are happening. My friends are bringing other humans into the world. It's incredible to watch. We are growing up. Ew. 

Oh, flight just got cancelled. This day has been one of those days that just seriously needs to come to an end. [takes a sip of her cocktail]

// RED KISS

// RED KISS 

Bracelets and Brooches are in and are ready to be shipped. So today was spent teaching Calixte and Farrah how to make thank you kisses. 

If you would like your own package with kisses, the shop is all set up and ready for action. Click here! x -C

// DESIGNING FOR MEN

// FOR MEN

In an earlier post I mentioned my newest collaboration with the men sock line, Twnty Two, and I have to say the research for it hasn't been the worst thing in the world ; ) [sorry Jersey]. Above are runway shots I took from last New York Fashion Week Spring' 14, Nautica Black Sail, below are from Richard Chai's runway, and below that are street style shots [all from the same Fashion Week]. I'm trying to come up with a cool conceptual design that would somehow fit all these looks, while at the same time be perfect for a man in a suit. Okkkk, back to work. x -C

// SOHO

// SOHO 

Soho Bakery and Cafe, Maman, will be opening in Soho this Fall '14. I worked with Maman exclusively and created one of kind custom print and design. I'm already getting excited to see where everything lands. If you're interested in a service similar to this, feel free to email me! kayecandice@gmail.com x -C

// AUTHENTICITY

// AUTHENTICITY 

About two years ago, I was sitting with Audrey and Sheena on the roof of Spokes Club in Toronto. I remember we just finished an assignment for their company at the time, Making Sh*t Happen. I think this was also around the time I discovered the delicious taste of an Old Fashion. Why that was relevant to this story, I don't know. Anyway, Audrey and I were having a conversation about my dreams, moving to New York City, and the industry. She told me two things that I will never forget; 1. Dream big, but goal set small, 2. Never lose your authentic self. It's easy to get influenced to change. This conversation has turned into my Motto for Candice Kaye Design.

In other news, Candice Kaye Design now has her own instagram! Follow Here Woot. x -C

// BERRY HIBISCUS

// BERRY HIBISCUS 

Very Berry Hibiscus with real blackberries was the cocktail of the weekend... from Starbucks. It's delicious. A beach day somewhere north was where these photos were taken. It's been really nice seeing everyone I have in such a short visit. Summer don't end. Please. 

// SEESTORS

// SEESTORS 

The only bad thing about living in New York City - being away from these peeps. I'm back in Toronto for a little longer than a weekend which is just delightful. Yesterday was a full day of catching up with friends in the beaches, enjoying cocktails with Sandra, Danielle, and Britt over dinner, and late night vodka sodas on rooftops in Toronto. Alright, I'm going to enjoy some more family time now. Happy weekend. x-C

// WHITE MAGIC

// WHITE MAGIC

Journal-ing about Alice Temperley again. I really do just love everything about her. Her creativity as a designer goes far and beyond just her beautiful textile and gowns. I envy how she thinks outside the box. Anyways lately on her instagram, [naturally I've been stalking] most recently she's been posting about a #WhiteMagic project, which was shot right at her home in Somerset, England. Just discovered it was for a collaboration for Net-a-Porter!