nyc diaries | my tiny room tour, trying a restaurant in Harlem, Ikea shopping

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  • hey cuties!! hope y'all doing good! what we eating'? meet me in the comment section ;)
    Let’s be friends :) Here’s my social below:
    / blkisacolor
    Room decor:
    Lamp: Ikea pendant lamp shade
    Rug: amzn.to/3B4Q5F5
    Table: Ikea Baggboda side table
    Bean bag chair: amzn.to/3OAuTK4
    Vanity tray: amzn.to/3Zfhf46
    These links are affiliates which means I do receive a percentage :)
    Songs played in this video:
    Megan Thee Stallion- Monday Freestyle(mix)
    Normani- Wild Side(mix)
    Bktherula- Tweakin' (mix)
    Hara Noda- Still Life
    Glorilla- FNF (mix)
    Canopy of Dreams- Oakwood Station
    Nocturnal Spirits- If I had One Wish
    Beyonce- Rocket(mix)
    I made a Spotify playlist check it out:
    open.spotify.c...

КОМЕНТАРІ • 157

  • @Whatthehelen_
    @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +17

    hey heyy! ❤ what do yall think about my new bean bag chair?

    • @mjokon
      @mjokon 2 місяці тому +1

      i love it, definitely need one in my room

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      @@mjokonyasss it’s really a must!

    • @lizigns
      @lizigns 2 місяці тому

      Issa vibe! How much was it?

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +1

      @@lizigns$159.99 before tax

    • @Stevannah321
      @Stevannah321 Місяць тому

      👍🏽 The spot looks perfect but I just thought it might be a little too close to your heater. Be safe. Enjoy!

  • @Cheri94
    @Cheri94 2 місяці тому +75

    Just started watching your videos, not sure how the heck this video ended up in my algorithm, I’m completely opposite of you and your lifestyle. I’m a 59 year old white woman living life in the countryside of NY, not even close to NYC. However with that being said, I find your videos interesting, relaxing, and love to imagine how different my life could’ve been if I had been born and raised in the city. Good to see there’s life outside of this bubble of security I’ve created for myself, but often wonder, is it a bubble of security or a prison? Subscribed❤️

    • @ohitsamala
      @ohitsamala 2 місяці тому +14

      aww such a sweet comment so glad to witness… this usually someone’s insulting or being mean. very wholesome

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +15

      I love this! Perspective is everything. I’m glad my videos could evoke this reflection in you. Welcome & thank you for tuning in 🫶🏾✨

    • @seasonedsofisticate1901
      @seasonedsofisticate1901 2 місяці тому

      I know. I’ve been getting weird suggestions too.n I got this one also.🤔. And not weird as in the channel being wired but weird for the demographic I would fall under maybe??

    • @LordFrankieTheCat
      @LordFrankieTheCat Місяць тому +4

      This is your sign to take a step and go do something fun in NYC..
      Try using the trip advisor app to plan your trip for you. Happy exploration ❤😊

    • @uxerpusher
      @uxerpusher Місяць тому +1

      ❤ So sweet Cheri😊

  • @BiggBabyLocsta
    @BiggBabyLocsta 2 місяці тому +10

    Your vlog is everything, I literally sat through the entire thing without increasing the playback speed lmaoo. Being from nyc this the entire vibe! Love the cinematography, the cuts into the pictures, the music choices, its very aesthetically pleasing and I see YOU and happy this was recommended to me.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +3

      Awwww 🥹🫶🏾 one of the best compliments is knowing someone didn’t have to speed through a video lol. Thanks for tuning in 🫶🏾✨

    • @MikeRich912
      @MikeRich912 Місяць тому +2

      Yo, I can feel the creativity screaming out of this content. you definitely have your own vibe. The feel of your content is different in a good way you’re sitting in a high bar for yourself early, I hope the sponsors come running, and you find yourself where you want to be by the end of all this🫡🚛💨🔥

  • @terriarheghan3676
    @terriarheghan3676 2 місяці тому +13

    I’m a 62 year old mom of 3 young adults. I’d be proud of you just like I am of them. Nice job decorating your place!👍🏽❤️🖤💚. Your video popped up on my feed for UA-cam.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +2

      Awww this means so much to me 🥹🫶🏾 thank you for being here & tuning in 💜✨

  • @TravelSpanish-j3v
    @TravelSpanish-j3v 2 місяці тому +11

    This video was in my suggestions and I’m happy because I lived in Harlem for 3 years and this video made me so nostalgic 😊💯❤️

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +1

      Ayeee! Listen I had me a time in Harlem okay lol

  • @IAmCoCoBean
    @IAmCoCoBean 2 місяці тому +17

    I’m so glad your channel slid through the algorithm for me. I’m truly enjoying all your vlogs and the inspo for me is so warm. Trust me that notification button is ON!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +2

      🥹🥹🥹 I love this! I’m happy to have you here 🫶🏾🩵

    • @BridgetBTV
      @BridgetBTV 2 місяці тому +1

      Me tooooo!!!!! This vlog was so good! So cinematic! You are a natural and made for this! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      @ thank you 🥹🫶🏾 this means a lot to me

  • @madyrein628
    @madyrein628 2 місяці тому +6

    This vlog has such a cinematic feel ! Love it

  • @stephw3317
    @stephw3317 Місяць тому +1

    I think the first place you went to was technically the Upper West Side. Bixi, however, is definitely in Harlem proper. Come back to Bixi and try their frozen rum punch, so good!

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      I’m definitely going back to Bixi! There’s a few spots close by to Bixi that I need to check out as well

  • @WithMillzyGames
    @WithMillzyGames Місяць тому +1

    This video popped up on my home page while i was bored at work, only for me to see you walking thru my neighborhood. Wish you much success!

  • @lanavelasquez6888
    @lanavelasquez6888 2 місяці тому +5

    Loved the positive energy of this video ❤

  • @verooescoo
    @verooescoo 28 днів тому

    Been in a slump and your videos always fuel me with creativity and great energy!!! 🫶🏼

  • @LYFEWITHNAT
    @LYFEWITHNAT Місяць тому +3

    Love my nyc content creators ✨ we shine different

  • @MsSwankie10
    @MsSwankie10 Місяць тому +2

    Hey Helen 🙋🏾‍♀️. I live in Brooklyn as well. I was so happy your video popped up on my timeline. I'm so proud of you for starting a UA-cam channel. I was also considering starting one, just not sure about what yet but I appreciate you putting yourself out there and I love your whole vibe; you and your friends are really cool; great job 🙋🏾‍♀️🌷.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so so much! I’m glad the algorithm did its thing! Def start your UA-cam channel I’m cheering u on!

  • @tyheildes6210
    @tyheildes6210 Місяць тому +2

    Your room is amazing!!!! I also live in NYC and you gave me vibes! 🔥 nice video!!

  • @iamthesoultender
    @iamthesoultender Місяць тому +1

    Love the vibe! The music selection was stellar! Do the mixed versions of songs help circumvent copyright issues on here?

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you thank you! ✨ & yes they do, sometimes!

  • @mrssarkazz
    @mrssarkazz 2 місяці тому +5

    Love the NYC vibes! The room might be tiny, but it’s all about making it your own. 🖤 That Harlem restaurant looked amazing (not so much ya food experience) , and Ikea shopping is always a whole adventure. Can’t wait to see more!

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +1

      You get it! 🩵 thanks for the support, means a lot 🫶🏾✨

  • @LekaKamaria
    @LekaKamaria 2 місяці тому +4

    this is my first time here and your videos are a vibeeee. Yeah def a breath of fresh air

  • @Natureboidiaries
    @Natureboidiaries 2 місяці тому +1

    Harlem is definitely where it’s at!! I’m glad you enjoyed!! Definitely come back in the summer

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому

      it deff is! I slept on Harlem for a bit but now I know!

  • @specialkaytv
    @specialkaytv 2 місяці тому +2

    So proud of you getting the recognition you deserve ❤❤❤

  • @damnjae2256
    @damnjae2256 Місяць тому +1

    Are you kidding?! The cinematography/edits go crazy 🔥 New subscriber here

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      Ayee thank you so much 🫶🏾✨💜

  • @Bobby_June
    @Bobby_June 2 місяці тому +7

    Man this is dope. The video edits and style of video 🔥🔥🔥

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +2

      I appreciate this so much 🫶🏾🩵

    • @Dime.Society
      @Dime.Society Місяць тому

      @@Whatthehelen_this is one of the reasons I subbed, love they way you edit

  • @Willow.333
    @Willow.333 2 місяці тому

    The vibes you got going & your music taste is immaculate ✨✨

  • @Jas.mine91
    @Jas.mine91 2 місяці тому

    Love the upgrades to your room! Giving super mellow/cozy vibes

  • @JennyWHOA
    @JennyWHOA 2 місяці тому +1

    Not to gas it but this particular vlog was shot & edited spectacularly. Every detail, right down to song choice (thanks for listing everything, btw), was an exercise in simplistic perfection. Are you a film student/graduate? I felt like I watched either a short film or an episode of a new series with unbridled potential. Either way, I thoroughly enjoyed and subbed instantly off this episode. Looking forward to more! PS - 'What The Helen' is genius 😅

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +1

      @@JennyWHOA Hiii! Thank you so much for this well thought out comment. Honestly, I’m still stuck on why this video is doing so well(no complaints lol). I didn’t even think twice when it came to editing it, which is rare because I tend to overthink a lot lol & at one point I wasn’t going to include a lot of the clips for fear of being “seen” but I decided to just do it anyway. Sometimes that’s just what it is. As for your question, I am not a film student/graduate at all lol. I’ve learned everything from UA-cam lol. I genuinely appreciate this so much, thank you 🤲🏾✨

    • @JennyWHOA
      @JennyWHOA 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Whatthehelen_ What?! You're not an aspiring film maker of some sort??? I don't know if I should be offended (that you're letting talents go to 'waste' - not really) or even more impressed 😅

    • @keshaunaadams1126
      @keshaunaadams1126 Місяць тому

      Same thing I said

  • @spicynomad
    @spicynomad 2 місяці тому

    the other side of nyc would be staten island imo. i love the ferry ride when the sun is going down. beautiful photos. im on the upper west side and there is a spot to catch the sun going down as well to get those photos.

  • @mariammairis
    @mariammairis 2 місяці тому +2

    The “give it back” in ikea 😂 I love your vlogs

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      Lmao thanks for tuning in 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾

  • @lethabos1
    @lethabos1 2 місяці тому

    9:08 I love how you keep capturing every moment 😊🥹

  • @hazellesprings7302
    @hazellesprings7302 2 місяці тому +1

    Your videos are such a vibe

  • @QLioness6262
    @QLioness6262 2 місяці тому

    Today is the 1st time watching. 🫶🏽ing your vibe 💯.

  • @Whatthehelen_
    @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

    alsooooo! I didn’t draw the “new york” title on the thumbnail cause I’m getting bored of it lol & kinda want the pics to be plain. yall hate it? 😭🥴

    • @Ronirossoux
      @Ronirossoux 2 місяці тому +6

      Don’t hate it but the drawing feels like a signature. 🫶🏾 gonna watch regardless

    • @18th_angelo
      @18th_angelo 2 місяці тому +1

      Its cool
      Your dress style is really nice 👌🏾

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +2

      @@Ronirossouxu know I never thought about it that way! Gave me a diff perspective! Thank u so much for the feedback 🩵🥹

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      @@18th_angeloappreciate it 🩵🫶🏾

  • @girlisdotie
    @girlisdotie 2 місяці тому +2

    Wholesome as always

  • @chantellyh.642
    @chantellyh.642 Місяць тому

    This was refreshing to watch! ❤

  • @marketmack
    @marketmack 2 місяці тому +2

    Bixi is always a vibe! The other spot is closer to UWS which is telling lmaoo

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      See I never even thought of that smh!

  • @joyceg7859
    @joyceg7859 2 місяці тому +1

    Love your filming style !!!

  • @carlisimoneee
    @carlisimoneee 2 місяці тому

    your room to so freaking cute! cheers to making space to create ✨

  • @Obeymyswag01
    @Obeymyswag01 2 місяці тому

    The editing. I loved the feel of this vlog.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +1

      thank u for tuning in ✨🫶🏾

  • @MoreMec
    @MoreMec Місяць тому

    really dope space! I love small and cozy!

  • @OMGGLOUU
    @OMGGLOUU 2 місяці тому +1

    New Subbie Alert! Omgg your video is so relaxing & refreshing 🌻

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      Ayeee welcome! Thank u for tuning in 🫶🏾✨

  • @aworkofart.92
    @aworkofart.92 2 місяці тому

    Very chill video. I like it a lot. Where did you get your music from? I like the way you bring us along for the journey!!

  • @yafavegirljas
    @yafavegirljas 2 місяці тому

    Fave vlogger frf 🫶🏾

  • @urbanlady1.
    @urbanlady1. 2 місяці тому

    I don't know how I got here but this was fun. I really enjoyed this video, very well put together. I love your room too. ❤from Ft. Greene.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      I’m glad you enjoyed it & stayed the ride 😌 thanks for tuning in! 💜 I loveee ft greene btw

  • @thebloodofJesuswon
    @thebloodofJesuswon 2 місяці тому +1

    Enjoyed this so much!!!

  • @tiffanymcclary
    @tiffanymcclary 2 місяці тому +1

    wholesome. love.

  • @iamashleyyvette
    @iamashleyyvette 2 місяці тому +1

    I really enjoy your videos. So inspiring.

  • @doodah9535
    @doodah9535 2 місяці тому

    Oh yea you went crazy with this one fs!

  • @Tatasworld_
    @Tatasworld_ 2 місяці тому

    Your room is cute & the bean bag chair was perfect 🔥

  • @2Blessed2BeStressful
    @2Blessed2BeStressful 2 місяці тому +1

    Great editing! 🙌🏾

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому

      Thank you, I appreciate the love! ✨

  • @TiffanyArlene
    @TiffanyArlene Місяць тому

    Welcome to Harlem! Bixi is one of my favorite spots.

  • @kailavandyck
    @kailavandyck 2 місяці тому

    Love that the algorithm popped this video up! 2:40 Not the food being bad 😮 new sub here :)

  • @RealColdChiller
    @RealColdChiller 2 місяці тому

    Subscribed like 5 minutes into to this video, love the content.

  • @TyrellBarnes-k1t
    @TyrellBarnes-k1t 2 місяці тому +1

    I’m your #1 fan

  • @warriormonk3062
    @warriormonk3062 2 місяці тому

    You seem like a vibe I think im going to tap in more

  • @gregunlimitedvlogs
    @gregunlimitedvlogs 2 місяці тому +3

    Intro 🔥

  • @t2wavyy249
    @t2wavyy249 2 місяці тому

    Hey love ur videos! I was wondering where do you get your edit transitions and sound fx from they so cleannnn

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому

      I have a subscription with Epidemic sounds where I get most of my non copyright music/sound fx. HOWEVER, you can search on UA-cam for sound fx & film burn transitions & just screen record them!

  • @LifeasAlon
    @LifeasAlon 2 місяці тому +1

    Yay! A new vlog

  • @aderonkeadeyemi7379
    @aderonkeadeyemi7379 2 місяці тому

    well done Helen!

  • @Dime.Society
    @Dime.Society Місяць тому

    Idk how I ended up in your space but I’m not mad at it. New subbie 🥂 ❤

  • @lnkeats4582
    @lnkeats4582 Місяць тому

    Gold teeth IN accent OUT 😊😂🥰🥰🥰

  • @nicolegari
    @nicolegari Місяць тому

    Read the comments and subscribed…Haven’t watched a second yet🤟🏾

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      🥹🫶🏾✨ thank youu for the support!

  • @LondonPrettyNYCGirl
    @LondonPrettyNYCGirl 2 місяці тому

    Just seeing your video. I live on Amsterdam Ave. If you were at "Nobody Told Me" on Amsterdam and 106 than FYI that's not HARLEM it's called MANHATTAN VALLEY. You walked past my building. Thanks for the review.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      Ahhhhhhh I see! Okay good to know 😌

  • @AliciaEnikanoselu-qg3jw
    @AliciaEnikanoselu-qg3jw 2 місяці тому

    Another good vlog. keep going...🫶🏾😶‍🌫️

  • @MarthaAishaAlvarez
    @MarthaAishaAlvarez 2 місяці тому

    Nice 🎉🎉🎉

  • @mkway05
    @mkway05 Місяць тому

    Dope ass vlog👌🏾

  • @chaneledwards7438
    @chaneledwards7438 2 місяці тому

    Crazy thing is, the restaurant directly next to it has the besttttt food ever

  • @Semperrenguenagringa
    @Semperrenguenagringa 2 місяці тому

    Please come to Brazil

  • @lajoy8
    @lajoy8 2 місяці тому

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @netty06
    @netty06 Місяць тому

    It’s hilarious what New Yorkers consider “traveling far”

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      @@netty06 lmao anywhere that takes me an hour is too far, personally 😭

  • @KoOLKiCkZ14
    @KoOLKiCkZ14 2 місяці тому

    Loveeeee !!

  • @tweetybird7645
    @tweetybird7645 2 місяці тому

    Great video. New subscriber

  • @Adefelaaa
    @Adefelaaa 2 місяці тому +1

    What camera n lens u use?

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  2 місяці тому +1

      I only use my iphone 15 pro max to vlog

  • @qmoto212k6
    @qmoto212k6 Місяць тому

    i like you u got a sub

  • @nickoletcampbell4657
    @nickoletcampbell4657 Місяць тому

    You look so much like another UA-camr I'm subscribed too, 'Nomadic Introvert' . You could pass for her younger sister or a younger version of her.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому

      @@nickoletcampbell4657 I deff know who you’re talking about haha that’s so interesting

  • @joyceg7859
    @joyceg7859 2 місяці тому

    How old is you Helen ?

  • @MikelWash
    @MikelWash Місяць тому

    Nobody Told me is not in Harlem...Bixi IS in Harlem

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому

      @@MikelWash yep that was confirmed by someone else in the comments lol good to know

  • @coulorfully
    @coulorfully Місяць тому

    I nevever heard of someone calling Harlem is not bumble f 😂

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому

      Lmao anywhere that takes me more than an hour by train to get to is far as hell 😭

  • @LordFrankieTheCat
    @LordFrankieTheCat Місяць тому +1

    Suh wait a minute...the gentrifying the neighborhoods and my 🇯🇲cultural food too🙅🏽.. unacceptable.. how can you mess up Jerk chicken🤷🏽? If you dont know how to cook ..dont sell it.

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      Exactly! These are my sentiments! Gentrifying jerk chicken is wild!

  • @briizcustoms9543
    @briizcustoms9543 Місяць тому

    Heyy! I was wondering if you’re still interested in making friends?
    I enjoy traveling I’ve come to NY once and I thoroughly enjoyed it but I don’t know anyone there.

  • @bajastoner
    @bajastoner Місяць тому +1

    Harlem IS Manhattan lol

  • @adrina911
    @adrina911 Місяць тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @thatsseauxnish_
    @thatsseauxnish_ Місяць тому

    what do you film on?

    • @Whatthehelen_
      @Whatthehelen_  Місяць тому +1

      @@thatsseauxnish_ my iphone 15 pro maxx