NEW YORK - The Mark and The Met: A Perfect PairingIt was a gorgeous Sunday, late morning, when I arrived at 77th and Madison to join a group of friends for Brunch at The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges located in The Mark Hotel. After Brunch we were off to see the latest exhibit at The Metropolitan Museum called Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion. But more about that later. First letโs eat!! Our rendezvous address for The Mark and The Met: A Perfect Pairing. Photo by Sora Vernikoff Outdoor seating at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora Vernikoff Welcoming smiles at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora Vernikoff The bar area at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora Vernikoff One of the opulent dining areas at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora Vernikoff Opulent dining areas at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora Vernikoff A beautiful, sky-lit dining area at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora VernikoffWe were lucky enough to sit in this sky-lit area, for which I was grateful.So, what should I order on such a lovely day?Since this was about noon on a warm summery day, I chose the Avocado Toast with two Poached Eggs. That, with a cup of coffee, was a delightful selection. The avocado was remarkably fresh and delicious. Avocado Toast with two Poached Eggs at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora Vernikoff Delicious hot coffee at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark Bar. Photo by Sora VernikoffThen, it was off to The Met to see the exhibit Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion. Approaching the entrance to see the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora VernikoffThe exhibition Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion shares 220 garments and accessories spanning eons with its visitors. All are visually connected through themes of nature, which also serve as a metaphor for the transience of fashion.Visitors can sense the aromatic histories of hats with floral motifs and experience butterflies in fashion crafted from feathers. The collection also includes a series of โsleeping beautifiesโ garments that can no longer be dressed on mannequins due to their fragility!However, rather than describe each exhibit, here are some exciting pieces from the collection. Enjoy! Two dresses on display at the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora Vernikoff A yellow, wrap-around dress on display at the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora Vernikoff A flowered tree on display at the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora Vernikoff His and hers pairing is on display at the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora Vernikoff A magnificent, surreal lampshade on display at the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora VernikoffAnd letโs not forget The Mime Guy in front of The Met plastering himself! Only in New York! A Mime Guy plastering himself in front of The Met at the Sleep Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photo by Sora VernikoffThe Mark and The Met: A Perfect PairingThe Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges & The Mark BarAt the Mark Hotel25 E 77th StreetNew York, NY 10075(212) 744-4300For information, click HERE.The Metropolitan Museum of Art1000 Fifth AvenueNew York, NY 10028Phone: 212-535-7710For information, go to metmuseum.orgReaders may also enjoy our reviews of Little Rubyโs Cafรฉ East Village, The Smith and a Birthday Surprise, Pasta Bar in SOHO, Laser Wolf in Brooklyn, Motherโs Day at Blackbarn, Rosemaryโs, Geneโs Italian Restaurant, Le Rivage on Restaurant Row, Dowlingโs at the Carlyle, and Ethos Greek Restaurant.https://youtu.be/brqxEdwsTQs?si=uiQ5uKrc2b7_jaOQ












