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New York City Essentials
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items Planning to move to New York City? Here are a few items that I have used frequently during my almost decade of living here.
Recycling is a big deal. This kitchen bin makes it easier to keep the categories separated so I can just drop the items in their respective bins at the trash chute on my floor. I like the size. It's compact.
24 in. 11.89 Gal. Stainless Steel Silver Step-On Recycle Bin Waste Containers
The Repel umbrella is unmatched. NYC can get a bit windy, and I've had other umbrellas flip inside out on me. Once I was gifted a Repel, I've always been covered. The only reason that I've had two is because I accidentally left the first one in the w...
Repel Windproof Travel Umbrella, Teflon Coated Double Vented Canopy, Compact, Automatic (Pink)
A canvas tote is a staple that many people carry in the city. I rotate my everyday tote annually. It's spacious enough to store random freebies that you get from brands, carry items from small grocery runs and carry a pair of shoes.
Caravan Canvas Tote
In honor of my Grandmama, I support her beloved Brooklyn borough by attending the occasional the Nets game. This pullover is my fashionable go to item that I wear.
Brooklyn Nets Fashion Preferred Logo Hoodie - Womens
The perfect BPA free water bottle for the gym or when I'm gonna be out running errands for long periods of time.
Hydro Flask 40 oz Wide Mouth
Our WNBA team is top tier. I always support when my schedule permits. The games are so much fun, and our mascot Ellie is hilarious. This pullover is just the best.
Women's The Wild Collective Green New York Liberty Overdye Pullover Sweatshirt
This app is my trusted guide. I use it daily to time my travel schedule to appointments, know when to avoid certain routes and get my bearings in unfamiliar parts of the city.
Citymapper - The Ultimate Transport App
Our NWSL club are the reigning champions. I love to cheer them on in person or at home with my supporter kit.
Unisex Nike 2024 NJ/NY Gotham FC Primary Replica Jersey
Fun Fact: I received my first FitBit outside of the New York Stock Exchange when the company did their IPO event. It was a group workout with a celebrity trainer. I absolutely loved it and used the FitBit for several years. Only issue was that I had ...
Fitbit Charge 6 Advanced Fitness & Health Tracker Porcelain GA05185-NA - Best Buy
Move over NYC Granny cart! This Hulken bag is the more fashionable way NYC girlies are transporting their larger grocery, laundry and sample sale hauls to their homes. The wheels are small and sturdy. The double straps allow you to carry it as a tote...
Hulken Rolling Tote Bag
Although I don't have my music playing while I'm on the subway as a way to remain vigilant in my surroundings, I do keep them in as a way to pretend that I am not giving attention to distracting individuals. These Sony Earbuds are work great when I u...
Sony WF1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds Black WF1000XM5/B - Best Buy
The staple NY baseball cap goes perfect with every quick errand outfit or simply to show your support for one of the home sports teams.
'47 NY Baseball Cap
These Gel Kayano's are my go to shoe around the city for runs, long walks and quick errands. You'll get your steps in the city so a reliable sneaker is a must.
Women's GEL-KAYANO 30 | Rich Teal/Blue Expanse | Running Shoes | ASICS
Whenever I attend games at Madison Square Gardens, I pull out my latest Knicks jersey.
New York Knicks Nike Icon Edition Swingman Jersey - Blue - Jalen Brunson - Unisex
After pivoting from my FitBit, I upgraded to an Apple Watch. I absolutely love all of the biometric data that it provides.
Apple Watch Series 9 GPS 45mm Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Loop. Fitness Tracker, Blood Oxygen & ECG Apps, Always-On Retina Display
I rep NYCFC so I make sure to always have my current season jersey ready to go.
Women's New York City FC adidas Black 2024 24/7 Kit Replica Jersey