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Poshmark’s San Diego #PoshParty 2015!

Earlier this week, I posted that I went to two events in one evening, and this was the best way to close that night! A couple of years ago on my birthday, I attended my first #PoshParty given by Poshmark (original post here). If you are unfamiliar with Poshmark, it is an app where you can buy and sell fashion: either find people you share similar styles with and shop their closets, or sell from your very own closet! A lot of my blogger friends are on Poshmark, and three of them hosted this year’s party at the W Hotel Rooftop West: Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic, Vanessa of Vanessa Balli and Esmirna of Platforms for Breakfast.

When I attended Poshmark’s first party in San Diego, I was still getting to know my fellow bloggers and the San Diego Style Bloggers network. Since then, I’ve befriended so many of them, two who I got to know better that night: Laura of Laura Neuzeth and Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez. We had to commemorate the event by taking pictures together at the Pixster Photo Booth (pictures from the whole evening can be viewed at http://pixsterphotobooth.smugmug.com/Parties/Posh-Party/). I included the picture from the first PoshParty in 2013 with this year’s picture. I have to say, that I love them both together because it shows how much we’ve grown as friends! Check out more pictures from the evening below, including few words from Poshmark’s Founder and CEO, Manish Chandra. Congratulations to Poshmark and I cannot wait until the next #PoshParty!

Founder and CEO Manish Chandra saying a few words of thanks to the hosts of the evening, to his staff and all of the Poshmark users.

A quick (and a little blurry) selfie wit Laura

I actually got to hang out with Sierra, Topshop stylist that night. She is such a sweetheart!

Not only did I hang out with one Topshop stylist, but TWO: Meet Alejandro, who works with Sierra!

I also met Mishael and her mom (who took the picture), who recognized me because she follows me on Instagram and is also a reader of this blog! It’s so awesome to meet the people who follow you because it make it all worth it! You can find her on Instagram as @_theshoo and check out her blog at The Shoo Girl!

It was also great to see Brandee J, Editor-in-Chief of Manik Magazine and Co-Host of Real Women Talk Show (photo courtesy of Bianca Vanessa)

(Check out more great pictures on Poshmark’s Facebook page and on Bianca Venessa’s blog post and Flikr page!)

Aren’t these photos from the Pixster Photo Booth just too fun?!

Kendall + Kylie for Topshop

Earlier this month, I got the chance to see the Kendall + Kylie for Topshop collection in a private setting with sips and sweets at Topshop in Fashion Valley, thanks to stylist Sierra! Although I couldn’t purchase anything (see why with my post here), it was fun to see the collection and try on that really great romper. Maybe my hubby will be sweet and buy it for me? Here’s hoping!

Caught in the background: You can see me, Dominic and my hubby’s arm!

Dominic, patiently waiting (my hubby behind me in this picture)…

That romper. So. Want. It!

Loved it even better on…and yes, the shoes and hat are also Topshop, previous purchases of course!

Socks & Sunnies: SPY x RicherPoorer

At the end of May, I was invited to preview an awesome collaboration between two great California companies: Spy Optic and RicherPoorer. Spy Optic was founded in 1994 and is the largest independent eyewear brand in the US, celebrating their 21st year in business this year. Their principal product is sunglasses, goggles and prescription frames, with it’s main headquarters based out of Carlsbad. RicherPoorer is a company out of San Juan Capistrano, and their main product are socks for men, women and childern (performance and fashion) in addition to men’s underwear. Their collaboration features Spy Optics Trancas and RicherPoorer socks in a fun polka-dot print.

“One of the things we often talk about here at Richer Poorer is elevating everyday products through quality and design, so having the opportunity to partner with a company like SPY who has a similar vision was a lot of fun,” says Tim Morse, President of Richer Poorer. “Like socks, sunglasses tell the story of your personality and mood. We’re happy to have partnered with SPY to create a piece that’s notonly fun and distinct aesthetically, but delivers on quality in every way.”

The launch party was held at Spy Optic’s Happy Camp, which is a fantastic combination of retail and entertainment space. Walking inside, you see the store front with all of their Spy products, ranging from sunglasses, goggles and prescription glasses to clothing and headphones. Further back, is a space suitable for dinner entertaining with tables and chairs, in addition to enclaves with sitting areas. The most impressive area is the back lot, which could easily house a small concert or festival, with a stage area and bleachers!

Spy Happy Camp!

I. Want. These. GLASSES! The top pair is my absolute favorite, which are the Mona in Fuchsia Sunset. They are amazing in person.

DJ Tony Larson, spinning VINYL, kids!

Look who I rant into, Matt and Raul from Ironsmith Coffee, who provided hot beverages for the night! I first met them at the Caffeine Crawl (post here).

A selfie with Vince, Brand Manager for RicherPoorer…sort of?

Awesome gifts from the party. I just love how happy everything is! Thank you Bill & Holly of Remedy Communications, Spy Optic and RicherPoorer for inviting me!

Edited to add that I wore the Spy Optic x Richer Poorer Trancas to the San Diego County Fair this weekend, and I love the Happy Lenses (it’s pictured above with my Bag Junki global clutch/crossbody)! An outfit post will be coming soon!

Simon & Refinery29 Present Style Festival at Brea Mall June 20

Join Simon and Refinery29 as they present Style Festival, a combination fashion music event at Brea Mall this weekend!

What:

Style Festival

An event that combines fashion, beauty and music in a fun festival type experience!

Style Stage: A shoppable “stage” of summer inspired trends curated by Refinery29 editors that feature select items from local boutiques and Brea Mall retailers.

Beauty Stage: Pop-up beauty bars featuring festival inspired hair-styling and a temporary tattoo parlor courtesy of Flash Tattoo.

DIY Stage: Guests can personalize custom band-inspired tour t-shirts as a keepsake souvenir of the experience!

Sound Stage: Guests will enjoy a musical performance by MS MR live in concert!

When:

June 20, 2015; 12p-5p

Where:

Lower Level, Center Court at Brea Mall

1065 Brea Mall, Brea, CA 92821

For more information visit these sites:

http://www.simon.com/r29stylefestival

https://www.facebook.com/BreaMall

https://twitter.com/ShopBreaMall

https://instagram.com/shopbreamall

Pretty in Bright Pink

At the beginning of May, I attended the #VIPink Brunch at Westfield Mission Valley, where 100% of the proceeds benefitted the Bight Pink organization. I first posted about the outfit I wore here, so these are pictures from the event itself. The event featured the following information below (taken from San Diego Style Bloggers post here). I had a great time seeing my fashionable stylist and blogger friends, and we were treated to wonderful food, tasty drinks and great fashion!

The VIPink Brunch will combine fashion, philanthropy and delicious food and drink in a chic outdoor setting including:

Craft cocktails by master mixologists Rumbling Tins

Delectable brunch bites by Gordon Biersch

Pink donut station by Nomad Donuts

A live, interactive fashion show

Styling by Fashion Group International

Pampering mini beauty treatments

Live music

Activities, giveaways and more!

Guests will also have the chance to go on the ultimate shopping experience around Westfield Mission Valley, where they’ll receive samples, swag and exclusive discounts.

So wonderful to finally try Nomad Donuts, and they were fantastic!

Items from the silent auction

Fashions were presented by City Chic and Charlotte Russe

Lovely to see my beautiful blogger friends Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic and Vanessa of Vanessa Balli (she was offering style tips for the day)

Also met up with lovely Sierra, stylist from Topshop!

Finally, I had the pleasure of hanging out with Lily of Curls & Fashion for the bulk of my stay at the #VIPink Brunch. We walked around to check out the special offers, swag & samples that were available throughout the mall. Be sure to check out her blog!

Fashionably Late: April 2015 Events

I think I’ve finally caught up on past events, and can post more current events for May & June. Thank you for bearing with me as I get back into my blogging schedule. Who knew my this time of year would be so busy…and it hasn’t slowed down yet!

Have a great weekend, cheers!

Your Spring Wardrobe with Madewell UTC and Laura of Laura Neuzeth (April 11, 2015)

Always a joy to see Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez and our hostess for that day, Laura of Laura Neuzeth!

“Breakfast at Tiffany’s” Themed Brunch at Vocabulary Boutique with Kali of In Spades (April 19, 2015)

Such a pretty and very yummy table set-up!

“Hello darling!”

Dominic says hello, too!

With boutique owner, Cecelia, the hostess for the day, Kali of In Spades and Ashley of Array of Style

Me & Dominic and Dustin with Ashley, Cecelia and Kali

Upcoming Events: Poshmark & Bare Elegance

In addition to the a “Night of Beauty” celebration at The Loft Hair & Skin Care Thursday night (original post here), here are a couple of other events you may want to check out to take you into the weekend! Maybe I’ll see some of you there at one or two…or all of these events, cheers!

(Click the pictures for more details)

Summer Style #PoshParty – Poshmark

Celebrate with some three San Diego Style Bloggers at the W Hotel!

Hot Fun In The Summertime Event – Bare Elegance

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$40 OFF LASH EXTENSIONS
Boozy Ice-Cream & Boudoir Accessories

Friday June 5th
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Complimentary liquor-infused ice-cream from Tipsy Scoop of NYC

15% off all boudoir accessories to turn up the temperature on romance

What could be better than lingerie, boozy ice-cream & boudoir accessories? How about a drawing to win our “Hot Fun In The Summertime” gift tower?

Hot Fun In The Summertime Gift Tower Drawing

Knead Me Massage Kit…for warm or cold massage
Sunset Glow Wild Strawberry & Honey…shimmering massage oil
Poeme Frozen Yogurt Body Paint…a delicious treat
Tantra Feather Teaser…to set the mood

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Fashionably Late: March 2015 Events Part 2

Here is part two of events I attended in March of this year. It truly has been so busy with lovely events and activities, and I feel blessed to be able to attend what I can. An April post is coming soon, cheers!

Blo Bar (March 19, 2015)

My best friend, Janice, also attended this event and took these great pictures!

Janice received a complimentary manicure, but caught a great picture of Laura’s (of the blog Laura Neuzeth) blow-out. She looks amazing!

Carlsbad Village Faire VIP Media Only Spring Pre-Party at Gaia Gelato & Wysh Boutique (March 21, 2015)

A quick selfie inside Gaia Gelato with Heather of The Stylish Bisou!

Every. Single. Thing was YUMMY!

Chloe waited patiently outside for Heather. She’s the most stylish pug I know!

Final picture with Cindy of The Pulse SD and Heather (courtesy of Cindy’s Twitter page).

Our goodie bag for the day (those mini croissants were delish). Thank you Delicious Buzz for the invite to a wonderful event!

San Diego Latino Film Festival Runway Show at Fashion Valley (March 21, 2015)

With Tanya of La Bella Tanchi and Bianca of The In Between Girls

Noelle of Curator PR with Heather & Chloe of The Stylish Bisou, who I got to see earlier that same day!

A group picture with bloggers, models and stylists

I brought my hubby to this event!

Check out the awesome goodie bag! Thank you Simon Malls, Fashion Valley and Curator PR!

Bare Elegance (March 24, 2015)

I am a part of Elite Networking, which is a referral group for women to connect with each other and our businesses. We meet monthly, and in March, our meet up was at the salon/shop, Bare Elegance in La Jolla.

Cindy said the chocolates on the right were made at Dallman Chocolates. They were so delicious!

With Cindy of The Pulse SD and founder of the Elite Networking group (picture courtesy of her Facebook page). Also, I’m wearing a Jennafer Grace (local designer) blouse!

Holiday Weekend Activities

It’s Memorial Day weekend! Even with the rain, here are some activities to keep you happily busy, cheers!

Simon Premium Outlets Announce Annual Memorial Day Weekend Sidewalk Sales

Shoppers can enjoy additional savings and extended holiday hours

“Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with Simon Premium Outlets this Memorial Day Weekend. From Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25, Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Las Americas Premium Outlets will both offer great deals on seasonal fashions with sidewalk sales, extended hours, extra savings on top of already low prices, and more.

Many retailers will be hosting sidewalk sales, offering additional discounts and promotions on top of the regular savings of 25 to 65 percent every day.

At Carlsbad Premium Outlets, shoppers can peruse outdoor displays at stores like BCBG Max Azria, Calvin Klein, Gap and Tommy Hilfiger to find the chicest summer looks for less.

At Las Americas Premium Outlets, shoppers can check out sidewalk sales and displays at stores like Armani Outlet, Banana Republic, BCBGMaxAzria, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, Guess, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Bahama, Tommy Hilfiger, Under Armour and more.

For extra savings, shoppers who are registered members of the VIP Shopper Club, AAA members or members of the military are encouraged to stop by the Information Center at each location to receive a complimentary VIP Coupon Book.

To help shoppers take advantage of the holiday’s savings, both Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Las Americas Premium Outlets will have extended hours all weekend long.”

Friday, May 22: 9 AM-9 PM

Saturday, May 23: 9 AM-9 PM

Sunday, May 24: 9 AM-9 PM

Monday, May 25: 9 AM-9 PM

Follow Las Americas Premium Outlets online at twitter.com/LasAmericasPO and www.facebook.com/lasamericaspremiumoutlets.

Follow Carlsbad Premium Outlets online at twitter.com/CarlsbadPO and facebook.com/carlsbadpremiumoutlets.

Happy Hour at The W Hotel with Deep Eddy

May 24, 2015

Join The Deep Eddy Vodka Betty’s for happy hour from 5pm-7pm and enjoy free samples & swag!

Fashionably Late: February & March 2015 Events Part 1

It’s been quite busy for me lately, and I’m finally getting to post events that I’ve attended over the last couple of months! I’ll be posting them in a new segment that I’ll call “Fashionably Late” (I’ve already posted one about the events I attended at the end of 2014 here and added Vanessa Balli’s event). Anything outside of the more fashion related events will be posted separately (like music or food related events).

This one for February and March is quite large, so it will be split into two posts. Cheers!

daou denim co. Launch Party (February 26, 2015)

My best friend, Janice, attended this event and guest posted pictures on Instagram for me!

Part of the denim collection for daou denim co. I’m in love with the side zipper jeans! (as posted by Janice)

Katherine Daou family winery provided the beverages for this evening’s event. (as posted by Janice)

San Diego Style Bloggers Event at Bottles & Wood (March 6, 2015)

SD Style Bloggers were treated to snacks, jewelry making and a tour of the facility!

This last picture is courtesy of the SD Style Bloggers Instagram.

Fashion Week San Diego Spring Showcase (March 14, 2015)

Bottom pictures from left to right: Adoreus, G Fash, & Quynntessential Couture.

Alber Rezko jewelry

I attended this event with Janice. We had our hair done up by Gila Rut and our take home souvenir picture was by Flash Tag Photo.

My outfit for the evening: Forever 21 coat; House of Cannon dress; Poetic Licence shoes; Bodhi Safety Pin purse; Vintage Chanel necklace from Designer Vault; Lookmatic glassesMy mini-haul included a skirt and pants by Jessica Faulkner and an adorable wish-bone necklace by Alber Rezko.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets Media Day (March 19, 2015)

My sister attended the event with me!

Lunch was provided by Ruby’s

I missed the tour of the flower gardens, but I was able to meet up with fellow bloggers Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic and Laura of Laura Neuzeth.

My sister and I had quite the haul at Converse!

Our lovely goodie bag, and thank you Simon Malls & Carlsbad Premium Outlets for a fun day!

FTC Disclosure: I received a gift card as a courtesy to enjoy the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, but not as compensation for this post. Although I did receive a gift card, the opinions in this post are strictly my own.