Unmentionables on the side of a bus? Old news. The new news is a larger-than-life billboard campaign, announcing the fabulous downtown Cashman Lofts. And the flawless face of those lofts is none other than our J. Surprised? I’m not. She’s the crème de la crème, and she always rises to the top. Which brings us to…
For a city designed on a grid system and dotted with skyscrapers, is it any wonder New Yorkers are obsessed with knowing exactly where they are at all times? I’m not talking about the girls who BlackBerry message all of their acquaintances to let them know they’re ordering coffee at EAT on Madison or trying on a Thakoon dress in Bergdorf’s. I’m talking about knowing where we stand with our friends, our enemies, and everyone else who matters. It’s human nature to want to know where you fit in. After all, how else would you know how much further you have to reach? But when you feel yourself shaking in your Sigerson Morrisons as you lift your foot onto the next rung, remember: It’s better to be halfway up a desirable ladder than at the top of one you never wanted to climb in the first place.
O, standing alone and looking sad outside Paragon Sports… Somebody get stood up? At least until K showed up and proceeded to make out with him inside the store. What an, ahem, athletic couple! A, sneaking around the Bliss spa locker room after a Blissage 75 massage. Who’s she avoiding this time? B, reading I’m Okay, You’re Okay near those gross dollar bookshelves in front of the Strand. My verdict: not okay. R in a random touristy shop on St. Marks, looking at Hacky Sacks. New hobby? J seeing her mom off at JFK, then stepping into a Lincoln Town Car and being whisked down to Industria studios on Jane Street for a Cashman Lofts photo shoot. Smile for the camera!
q: Dear Gossip Girl,
I’m a therapist and I’m worried that I am losing touch with my younger clients. Since you seem to be a bit of an expert in today’s youth, please tell me what you think the dreams, desires, and goals are of your generation. Your answer may help millions of young and confused individuals!
—ListeningtoelephantsPhD
a: Dear LE,
While I’m flattered to be considered an expert, I think you’d be better off going directly to the source—try reading your clients’ blogs. Or just listening to them. Instead of, um, elephants.
—GG
One final word about climbing: The higher you go, the farther there is to fall. And sometimes, there’s no net to catch you.
You know you love me.
gossip girl