May 17, 2011

A Tale of Two Cities





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If no one else can be thanked for making us fall in love with New York and Paris, Carrie Bradshaw certainly can. I've long had a love affair with New York, and the fashion fantasy world of Sex and the City just added to the glamour and ritz. Sure, there's no New York writer living the life of Carrie on a one-relationship-column salary alone. But a girl can dream, right?!

I came across the first image below on tumblr one day. Upon clicking back to the original source I was greeted by the most charming blog, Paris vs New York: A Tally of Two Cities. There's absolutely nothing I don't love about these lovely pieces of art- they're fun, charming and cheeky while reminding us of all the little bits and pieces we love about the City of Light and the Big Apple.


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There are plenty more on the blog, click on over!

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I took inspiration from Vahram's art and created this collection. The best of both worlds, if you ask me!



So, friends, tell me...

New York or Paris?

xo
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21 comments

  1. AnnMay 17, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    This is such a cool post...
    fashionable too
    and I love it ♥

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  2. nomo wino daphMay 17, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Good Morning Friend-

    Great post......
    hmmm Since I just saw NYC (not long enough though!) I'd choose Paris!

    Happy Tuesday!

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  3. Rachel {little bits of lovely}May 17, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Oh I love this series of artwork; these are my favourite cities and each have been so cleverly brought to life!

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  4. SMay 17, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Loving this post. I do have a soft spot for Mr. Big and Carrie in my heart :)

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  5. highheeledlifeMay 17, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    I'll take a good serving of both please!!! .. great post!! xo HHL

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  6. Selma @ Crazy Little World Of MineMay 17, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Perfect post, and well, I love both cities. NYC and Paris. Been to both several times and I just cannot make a decision here. BOTH is my answer, though if you made me really choose and all...I'd go with...New York. Hands down. Paris is awesome, classic, and full of love but New York has something else, the "special extra" that adds spice to it. ;)

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  7. MCWMay 17, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    NYC to live and Paris to visit!

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  8. NatashaMay 17, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    well, i must vote for NYC...i've never been to paris though i'm dying to venture over there, but my love affair with NYC is crazy i tell you!! i want to move back all the time and then jeff promptly reminds me i'm a southerner through and through ;)

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  9. JennyMay 17, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I love this post!! But so hard for me to pick - love the femininity and romance of Paris but you gotta love NY!!

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  10. Christy AshleyMay 17, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Paris! I live in NYC and have been to Paris and I like it so much more!

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  11. Daily Cup of CoutureMay 17, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    love love love this post!

    xx

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  12. BradleyMay 17, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    They're both such special cities... but I'm going with New York!

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  13. camilleMay 17, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    LOVE these images especially the Amelie vs. Carrie one. New York is a grand city, but obviously I have to choose my beloved Paris as a fave!

    Big hugs xx

    Camille @ Paris in Pink

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  14. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    I love the energy of NYC but nothing compares to the beauty of Paris! This was such a fun, creative post, Julie... LOVE it. xo

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  15. KoriMay 17, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Loving this post Julie!!! I haven't been to either, so I can't choose! So much fun! Kori xoxo

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  16. Mrs. Kindergarten...aka...Madame SpoiledMay 17, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Gorgeous post!
    I have been to NYC, so Paris please! Oh Mr. Biggggggggggg!

    Love,

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  17. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    What a wonderful post! Jumping over to the Paris vs New York blog right away!

    (And for the record, I choose Paris - NY is a great place to visit, but I like the laid back, laissez faire attitude of the French whether its applied to food, wine or an afternoon walk.)

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  18. Lindsey Regan ThorneMay 17, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    I feel like your speaking to ME through this post... b/c of my SJP / Carrie Bradshaw luv! I'm seriously so thankful that SATC reruns are being played on E... I'm addicted! The only reason why I say NYC is b/c I've been several times and each time I go I fall more and more in luv with the city and beautiful surroundings... Paris, I've never been.... but I'll go, wanna take me! ;) Great post my luv!

    XOXO, LRT
    http://www.lindseyreganthorne.com/

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  19. CarrollMay 17, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    What fun! Love them both!! :)

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  20. JordanMay 18, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Obsessed with this post. New York is one of my great loves. Haven't been to Paris yet, but I'll be studying abroad there for the whole month of July, and I can't wait to see how it holds up to my beloved NYC!

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  21. Sierra May 22, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    It is impossible to choose because I love BOTH locations so much! And of course I love Carrie and Big! I'm watching SATC repeats on TV right now! :)

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