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IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. HARLEY-DAVIDSON CUSTOM BIKES, MUSEUM.

Posted by La Carmina on September 4, 2011


IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

One of the perks of travel TV hosting is that you get to stay in some spectacular hotels. During my shoot for my new Huff Post Travel TV show, I was graciously hosted by the Iron Horse Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

The boutique hotel got everything right, from the stylish lobby to the rain dome shower heads in the rooms. They even laid out free green apples, like The Orlando in West Hollywood!

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

Formerly a century-old warehouse by the railroad, the décor’s now fit for a rock star — with zebra-striped carpets and a Harley-Davidson in the lobby.

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

The spacious parlor has traces of the Iron Horse’s history, such as nails from the railroad track.

(My gorgeous leather tote is gifted from GUNAS. I also wore it in this shoot.)

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

I want this mirror.

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

I want this… thing.

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

Perhaps you recognize the outfit; I also wore it to the opening cocktail party at Luisaviaroma.

Goth bat dress and Horror necklace: gifted from Sourpuss Clothing
Black lace jacket: Moi-meme-Moitie, from Closet Child in Tokyo
Blue wedge sandals: b+ab, from the IT Store in Hong Kong

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

Travel hosting tip: eat a huge healthy breakfast. Film shoots can go for twelve hours without a break, so fuel up. My Iron Horse breakfast was spot on: egg white and vegetable omelet, fruit, rye bread. And coffee from the Keurig machine (there’s one in every room!)

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

The Iron Horse hotel is a stone’s throw away from Milwaukee’s Harley-Davidson museum. There are often special events. That day, bikers showed off their rides and hung out at The Yard, the outdoor restaurant and bar.

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

I was surprised at how much I liked Wisconsin. I felt perfectly calm; it was a much-needed break from the city action of Hong Kong, Macau, Tokyo, Italy and LA.

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

I wish I had more time to take in the architecture.

IRON HORSE HOTEL: MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN COOL LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS. UNIQUE COCKTAILS, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, Wisconsin trendy hip bars, hipsters, biker scene, motorcyclists, smyth restaurant, iron horse interior decoration, coolest hotel rooms, wisconsin hotels, rent hotel rooms, young boutique hotels

Nearby: graffiti of Nintendo ghosts. They match my lurid nail art.

Thank you to the Iron Horse Hotel — I’m not exaggerating when I say you’re one of the top 5 hotels I’ve ever stayed in. How I wish I could order another round of the signature kumquat cocktails!

The hotel’s featured in my Coolhunting Wisconsin travel show for Huffington Post. Have you seen the first video yet? Your likes, shares and comments will let me continue to do this TV show for you… so please take a second to support here!

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42 Comments

42 Comments

  1. Sarah
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 6:49 pm | Permalink

    Whoa, that looks amazing!!

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  2. Nan
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 6:49 pm | Permalink

    looks tasty~

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  3. Fann
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 6:49 pm | Permalink

    so cute

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  4. Mura
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 6:50 pm | Permalink

    awww, dolly <3

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  5. 2352STARS
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 6:50 pm | Permalink

    You look really great!!

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  6. Leeloo59
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 7:00 pm | Permalink

    Your dress your hair you bag… u look fabulous ;)

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  7. Scott Green
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 7:13 pm | Permalink

    i see london i see france!!

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  8. Betty
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 7:34 pm | Permalink

    I love the purse and the dress!

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  9. iafaS
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 7:45 pm | Permalink

    btw that “thing” that you seem to want, is called a body pillow and you can get it at a linen store or walmart.

    Reply
  10. Jessica
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 7:51 pm | Permalink

    Love the dress 

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  11. Sheik
    Posted September 4, 2011 at 7:56 pm | Permalink

    “I adore the shoes *~* <3

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  12. Hotel Kohinoor
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 7:28 am | Permalink

     Thanks for sharing such a informative post regarding the Hotel. I was searching the same now it will helps me a lot.

    Ref : Mumabi Hotels

    thanks !

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  13. NinaG
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 8:18 am | Permalink

    cool clothes like always <3

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  14. Nicky
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 8:21 am | Permalink

    this dress is awesome and cute at the same time!!! *_*

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  15. Elaine
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 8:22 am | Permalink

     I love your bat dress!! :D OMG and your hair!! :D

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  16. Wes
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 8:22 am | Permalink

    That makes me get eyestrain! Cause now i’m trying to find that Wardrobe malfunction !

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  17. Anna
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 9:10 am | Permalink

    love ur hair !!! :)”

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  18. vanesa susanto
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 11:35 am | Permalink

    Love your hair!!! :)

    Vanesa x
    http://the-bel.com

    Reply
  19. Clipping Path
    Posted September 5, 2011 at 11:42 am | Permalink

    looks soo cute :)
    thanks a lot for sharing with us.

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  20. Erika
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 1:04 am | Permalink

    You are just so beautiful, the curls look really good. <3

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  21. Melisa
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 1:04 am | Permalink

    You never lose style! You look great even holding a weird pillow X3

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  22. Sarah
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:23 am | Permalink

    I want an igloo room

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  23. Shannon
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:24 am | Permalink

    so pretty!! KAWAII!!

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  24. Robin
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:24 am | Permalink

    Oh my! You’re lovely and the dress looks great on you!

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  25. Mari
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:24 am | Permalink

    wow this place looks wonderful

    Reply
  26. Elligons
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:29 am | Permalink

    Elegant lady.

    Reply
  27. Kazyuya
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:33 am | Permalink

    sooooo beautiful !!!

    Reply
  28. Stefanie
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:33 am | Permalink

    Nice shoes!

    Reply
  29. Chelsea
    Posted September 6, 2011 at 3:37 am | Permalink

    You should definitely come to New Zealand! you would be a breath of fresh air, and probably inspire some much needed style too :D

    Reply
  30. rldavid.com
    Posted September 9, 2011 at 1:43 am | Permalink

    Wow, fashion in Wisconsin–let alone my home city?! Madame, you have made us much cooler :) Serendipitous that I started googling gothic Lolita today, too. Cheers~

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    • lacarmina
      Posted September 11, 2011 at 8:51 am | Permalink

      thanks! I have another episode shot in Wisconsin, coming up. Pls check back!

      Reply
  31. Jeff Winke
    Posted February 19, 2012 at 10:48 pm | Permalink

    Hey, the next time you’re in Milwaukee and staying at the Iron Horse… wander two blocks East on Florida St. and stop in at Caroline’s Jazz Club–assuming you like kick-ass live jazz.

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    • lacarmina
      Posted February 19, 2012 at 11:40 pm | Permalink

      thanks! I enjoted Milwaukee and hope to be back.

      Reply
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