The Lo Down: 8/21/25
Tomato, tomato...
TV
I’ve been missing a lighthearted ease in my television programming lately. It lead me to finally start watching The Summer I Turned Pretty, and it’s making me feel nostalgic for the teen shows I used to consume ravenously (Gossip Girl, The OC, Pretty Little Liars, Gilmore Girls, etc). I’m still only a few episodes in on the 1st season, but I’m enjoying it so far, and the soundtrack is A+. They really hooked me with the promo image being a recreation of the one from my favorite movie, Sabrina (also bonus points that they reference the movie several times + play it during an episode).
Speaking of more intense TV shows…I’ve been watching Couples Therapy per a recommendation from cultural aficionado & my incredible trainer, Patrick, and it’s truly captivating television. They do a phenomenal job of showing all different types of people and relationships - gay, straight, open, poly, younger, older, interracial, etc. It’s a very enthralling watch, and a reminder that your childhood and adolescence truly do shape how you are in your adult relationships (quite literally a common theme in every single relationship shown on the show). The show does make me pretty happy to be single, though.
What can I say about AJLT ending that hasn’t already been said? Genuinely one of the worst endings to a series I’ve seen - it gave us absolutely nothing and spent too much time on pointless new characters/storylines (which leads me to believe ending the series was decided after they finished filming)! It seems nice on the surface to end on a happy note of carefree Carrie dancing at home, seemingly content with being single, but we all know that’s not true - she’s too much of a pick-me to truly be satisfied alone.
As a day 1 fan of The Gilded Age, I’m happy it’s taken off and renewed for another season. The finale was fantastic and action packed - I’m most looking forward to seeing what havoc Oscar & Mrs. Winterton will wreak in season 4, as well as a potential scandalous divorce for our favorite new money couple, Bertha & George.
Fashion
My wishlists are overflowing on every website right now, but these 10 pieces have officially taken up permanent residence in my brain:
This jacquard Toteme jacket that sold out but I am determined to track down elsewhere
This OLT clutch that was practically made for me
These Brunello Cucinelli boots
This satin Saint Laurent evening bag
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
My birthday just so happened to fall on the same day that Wildflower Farms was hosting a special tomato harvest dinner, so I immediately made that my birthday plan. I don’t even mind that I spent my birthday with 40 strangers who didn’t know it was my birthday (and 6 wonderfully special friends who did). The day started with a morning tomato harvest on the farm, and ended with a dreamy dinner under a canopy of maple trees hosted by Flynn McGarry and with a tomato-centric menu: green tomato gazpacho; heirloom sungold cherry tomato salad with smoked sourdough, peaches, purple basil, sunflower pesto; wood-fired scallop with corn, sungold cherry tomato & squash succotash; ratatouille with kamo eggplant, charred sungold tomato, summer squash, farm herbs; grilled ribeye with tomato butter & blue cheese tater tots; and for dessert, ‘cherried’ tomatoes with olive oil ice cream, parmesan, and rainier cherries. It was truly magnificent from start to finish, and I highly recommend to anybody who can make the trip out for one of their special dinners (or just for a weekend trip up there - I can’t recommend it enough)!
I often solely write about eating out, but need to make an effort to share recipes that I’ve tried at home and liked. I made this Crispy Halloumi with Tomatoes and White Beans and it was unbelievably easy and delicious - perfect for the peak-tomato season we’re experiencing right now. I topped it off with basil instead of parsley, and served with a fresh crusty loaf of bread from L’appartement 4f.
Current Obsession
The Tower 28 SOS Rescue Spray. Recommended to me by my dermatologist after complaining about some acne that I just couldn’t shake, it’s anti-inflammatory and antibacterial, and I keep a mini size in my purse at all times - it’s a post-workout essential and also just absolutely necessary for these hot, sweaty summer days.
On My Radar
Broadway Week tickets (2 for the price of 1; Sept 8-21) are now on sale (and already selling out) - my top picks are Death Becomes Her and Oh, Mary!
Elizabeth Street Garden is having a free movie night next Wednesday 8/27. They’re streaming my third favorite Wes Anderson film, The Royal Tenenbaums. I’d 100% be there, but I’ll finally be seeing Mother Monster, spoiler free :)
Aoko Matcha, a new cafe in the West Village offering matcha in every form: gelato, soft serve, lattes, tiramisu and more.
Nuyores, a new Peruvian spot coming to W 13th, soft opening 8/26
Natural Pilates Soho has some $35 ‘Happy Hour’ special classes thru the end of August
Mimi’s Frozen Yogurt, obvi
Until next week -
xo
Lo
Because of you I’ve told 3 girlies about the tower 28 spray!
Aoko matcha is at the top of my list 😋