The Lo Down: 10/24/25
Too much anxiety, not enough pasta...
Movies & TV
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is a movie I’m happy I saw, but will also be very happy to never watch ever again. It was all the birth control I needed, and as a person who has been stressed & anxious enough as is lately, this movie exacerbated that. I do anticipate it being included in the awards show conversation, specifically for Rose Byrne’s performance. I’d love to hear the thoughts on this movie from a mother - so if you are a mother out there reading this, please see this movie and let me know your thoughts.
Fashion
Denim has been a hot topic of conversation lately. I feel like everyone I know is perpetually on the hunt for that elusive perfect pair. The thing is, the perfect jean looks different on everyone. It’s a tedious, often draining process, but when you finally find the one, it can completely transform your wardrobe. I recently met my match in the form of these AGOLDE Keira Jeans. The wash (Rinse) is a deep dark indigo color that looks good with absolutely everything and elevates any look. I’m genuinely tempted to grab them in every color. (For reference, I sized down 1 size in this style)
For more of what’s in my closet, what I’m currently obsessing over, shopping guides & more, check out my ShopMy. Looking for some personal style advice? Whether it’s for curating a flawless vacation wardrobe, hunting down the perfect shoes, or finding the best basics for your closet, I’m here to help—just reach out!
Food & Drink
Café Carmellini is a perfect restaurant for a special occasion. The space itself is beautiful, and the service top notch. I do think that, for an Italian restaurant, they need more than 3 pastas on their menu, but the Caramelle was truly divine. Also, their sticky toffee pudding is the best I’ve ever had (outside of my own, of course - I use this recipe).
I believe brunch service at COQODAQ is relatively new, and I highly recommend it. Dinner is, of course, all about the fried chicken, but brunch brings an opportunity to try something a bit different (buttermilk pancakes, chicken & waffles, a Golden English Muffin topped with soft scrambled eggs and caviar - my choice). Similarly to dinner service, you get a plethora of appetizers included (french toast soldiers, shrimp salad lettuce cups, kimbap, deviled eggs, hash brown & salmon rillettes, chicken consomme, chicken croquettes) and it’s enough to be full before receiving your entrée. Their perfect soft serve frozen yogurt is also included for dessert, currently with a passionfruit-condensed milk.
Speaking of frozen yogurt…I happened to find myself by Mimi’s Frozen Yogurt earlier this week, and when I saw there was no line, I knew I had to try it. It is, unfortunately, very good - their toppings are high quality, and I love the self serve nature of both the yogurt + toppings. The tart yogurt itself was good (I think the yogurt at Culture is better), but the toppings and the control of adding as much as your heart desires makes this a top tier spot.
Culture
I saw Oh, Mary! when it opened Off-Broadway with Cole Escola at the Lucille Lortel theater, and while I enjoyed it, it wasn’t exactly something I ever anticipated seeing again. That is, until I saw the news of Jane Krakowski’s casting in the titular role - I bought tickets immediately upon hearing the news, and wondered if I’d still be so-so about the play, or if her performance would change my experience. All respect to Cole, but Jane’s performance was unbeatable and beyond hilarious. I absolutely recommend going to see her during her run (through Jan 4).
Conversely, I had never seen any production of MAMMA MIA!, movie or otherwise, until seeing it on Broadway last weekend. It was a very lighthearted and fun show, but now I need to watch the movie sequel to find out who the father is…
Current Obsession
Cooking for 1 is oftentimes a chore (though I’m trying to be better and get back into it!) and I find myself turning to Locanut lately for clean, healthy food - it’s been my default place to order from recently.
On My Radar
HOST on Howard, a new design gallery in Soho
Hot chocolate Sundae’s at Malai West Village in collaboration with hot chocolate legend Maury Rubin (only Oct 24-26 and Oct 31-Nov 2)!
Halloween Day-to-Night Vintage Market this weekend
First Bloom, Alison Roman’s new ‘very good tomato sauce.’ They’ll be having a pop up shop at Casetta November 5-30 filled with their favorite pantry items, ceramics and home goods from upstate and beyond.
Until next week -
xo
Lo
A mama Mia virgin?! How is that possible?!
APC Martin's are my current go to jeans!