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#BlogItForward With Wayfair for Habitat For Humanity

#blogitforward

Holidays are a wonderful time to not only spend with family, but also to remember to be kind to others and give back to your community.  Giving back can take on many forms, big or small, and Wayfair, one of the largest online destinations for the home, is challenging bloggers to #BlogItForward and inspire each other to spread the word to do something positive this holiday season.  For every blogger that places the #BlogItFoward badge on their blog, Wayfair will donate $50 to Habitat For Humanity, helping to build homes for families in need.

Not only am I participating in Wayfair’s #BlogItForward for Habitat For Humanity, but I’ll also be participating in two other campaigns.  Check them out below, and I’d like to inspire my fellow bloggers and the San Diego Style Bloggers network to do the same!


TaSanni Kickstarter Campaign:

Help support TaSanni to create jobs that empower artisans in Africa

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As I posted recently, TaSanni was one of the top three designers at Fashion Week San Diego 2015 (original post here).  With the success of their participation in FWSD 2015, there is much interest in their 2016 Spring Collection (I’m wearing one of their blouses in the picture above).

As you know, our mission is to contribute to the African economy through fashion, we believe that Africa can become a fashion manufacturing hub and this is just the beginning.
In order to employ more tailors we need to raise more capital. – TaSanni

I will be donating to TaSanni’s Kickstarter campaign.  If you would like to do the same, you would not only help these talented emerging designers, but you will also help develop the communities of these African tailors and small businesses TaSanni will be working with.


Voodoo Vixen:

Shop For a Cause Sample Sale on Sunday January 10, 2016

Voodoo Vixen Shop For A Cause 2016

Voodoo Vixen Campaign 2016

I love wearing clothing by Voodoo Vixen, a UK based vintage inspired label, which “infuses retro, pin-up and rockabilly styles with classic silhouettes to flatter the modern woman” (all the dresses I’m wearing in the collage above are from Voodoo Vixen).  They will be having a sample sale in the Hollywood area, where 50% of their sales will benefit Pin-Ups For Vets.  I’ll be there to help support their cause, and to shop because you can save up to 70% of their retail prices!

Fashion Week San Diego 2015 Wrap Up

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I know it’s been a little while since the Fashion Week San Diego 2015 runway and trunk shows, but I’m posting this wrap up to also announce that the winning designers will be hosting a “Mini Day of Fashion” at La Plaza in La Jolla on Sunday November 22, 2015 starting at 11am.  There will be a brunch, a meet & greet with each of the designers: B.JASH.I, Tasanni, and Territa Torres; plus you’ll be able to shop their runway looks at 15% off garment prices.  I’ll be there to support these talented ladies, and I hope to see you there, too!  My wrap up of Fashion Week San Diego below includes highlights of night 1 of the runway show, the trunk show, and photos of the pop-up shop.  Enjoy!


FWSD 2015 Runway Show Night 1

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QUYNN Atelier

2 Adoreus FWSD Fri Runway 2015

Sharlene Borromeo of A’Doreus with model Summer Nicole. That dress was so beautiful up close!

3 Alber Rezko FWSD Fri Runway 2015

Alber Rezko Jewelry Designs with Nolan Dean Fashion. Lots of drama!

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Nolan Dean Fashion

Tasanni’s final runway walk

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With my fellow bloggers & stylists.  After the show, I had a great time having a late dinner and chatting up a storm with writer Courtney Hartmann (bottom right).  

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My outfit for the evening, as taken by Jenna of Lucky Little Mustard Seed for her blog post “FWSD ‘Runway Show’ Style“.  She so graciously named my outfit as one of her favorites of the evening (*squeal!*)…so just for Jenna, here is a shot of my United Nude shoes (below).

Outfit:  Forever 21 sleeveless trench; H&M jumpsuit; Kate Spade necklace & bracelet; Vintage Prada bag; “Mona” glasses c/o Spy Optic

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FWSD 2015 Trunk Show

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With Sharlene of A’Doreus.  I would love to wear a dress from her collection!

8 Stylish Bisou FWSD Trunk Show 2015

9 Nikki Marie FWSD Trunk Show 2015

With Heather of The Stylish Bisou & designer Nikki Marie. Very cool retro styles!

10 Tasanni FWSD Trunk Show 2015

My favorite dress of Tasanni’s runway show!

11 Lady Lane Designs FWSD Trunk Show 2015

Another favorite by Lady Lane Desgins. I mean, how absolutely gorgeous is this gown!

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A final picture from the trunk show, and beautiful models Leah Brown and fellow San Diego Style Blogger contributor, Tiffany Williams of the blog Glitz and Glam by Tiff


FWSD 2015 Winning Designers Pop-Up Shop at La Plaza in La Jolla

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Beautiful dresses by B.JASH.I Couture

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I love this little set by Territa Torres. She’ll be making a longer version of the top for off the runway!

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Designers Marcie Bain (B.JASH.I); Fatsani Chikwana-Dogani (Tasanni) and Territa Torres

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I took Dominic with me to visit the winning designers of FWSD 2015 at their pop-up shop in La Jolla.  I bought a couple of items from B.JASH.I and Tasanni.  I’ll be sure to feature them in a future blog post!

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Had to include this picture of me with the designers, because it was taken by Dominic!

Fashionably Late: Remaining August 2015 Events

I really did try to get my event posts up in a timely manner. But the end of summer and beginning of fall is a very busy time for fashion, so attending the events and then posting them up became quite the endeavor for this fashion/lifestyle blogger!  Here are the rest of the August events I attended, so that I can move on to September (now that it’s almost October)!


Kiehl’s LifeRide for amfAR Wrap Party Recap (August 15, 2015)

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The riders arriving to Kiehl’s at Fashion Valley

IMG_7554 (2)Kiehl’s raised $250,00 for amfAR!

LifeRide 2015 Collage 2Food and drinks provided by Soda & Swine and Juice Saves, so yummy!

LifeRide 2015 Collage 1I brought Dominic, and he had a great time!

IMG_7562 (2)With fellow San Diego Style Bloggers Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic, Vanessa Balli, and Alessandra Gonzalez


Order Up San Diego/Pacific Beach (August 20, 2015)

IMG_7626 (2) (1280x1280)OrderUp is an online and mobile food delivery service, and their focus is to provide delivery from restaurants customers truly want.  My husband and I attended their launch in Pacific Beach at Backyard Kitchen & Tap.

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IMG_7615 (2) (1280x960)The appetizers at Backyard Kitchen & Tap was fantastic!

IMG_7605 (2) (854x1280)Great to see Ayana of Thrifting Diva again!

OrderUp Pacific Beach FB Pic 1 (2)(Photo courtesy of OrderUp Pacific Beach’s Facebook page)

Thank you to Colette of Contour PR + Social for the invite!


FWSD Culinary Couture (August 29, 2015)

IMG_7702 (2) (1280x1280)“Fashion Week San Diego is back for its 2nd Annual Culinary Couture held at the fabulous Harrah’s Resort Southern California and we’re ready to take your tastebuds on the trip of a lifetime!

This exclusive, invite only event takes you on a culinary trip around the world in true Fashion. From Europe to Asia, South America to North America- Fashion Week San Diego will help you explore the world’s top fashion capitals through cuisine and cocktails. – FashionWeekSD”

I had such a great time at Culinary Couture.  The food and presentation were fantastic.  Thank you for the invite Fashion Week SD!

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IMG_7737 (2) (1280x1280)1st Course Bangkok

•Presented By Executive Chef David Abella, West Steak and Seafood

IMG_7753 (2) (1280x1280)2nd Course Monaco

•Presented by Executive Chef James Montejano, La Valencia

IMG_7762 (2) (1280x1280)3rd Course Buenos Aires

•Presented by Executive Chef Julian Quinones, Sheraton Carlsbad

IMG_7765 (2) (1280x1280)4th Course San Diego

•Presented By Executive Chef Marc Therrien, Omni La Costa Resort and Spa

IMG_7770 (2) (1280x1280)5th Course Tokyo

•Presented By Executive Chef Jon Palsson, Harrah’s Resort Southern California

IMG_7775 (2) (1280x1280)6th Barcelona

•Presented By Executive Chef Jon Palsson, Harrah’s Resort Southern California

Culinary Couture 2015 OOTD 1What I wore: Dress from Irene’s Story; Enzo Angiolini Coadi Houndstooth Pumps; Bodhi purse; Stephanie Kantis earrings c/o Neiman Marcus; “Mona” glasses c/o Spy Optic

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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!

daou denim Picture by Janice 1Part of the denim collection for daou denim co. I’m in love with the side zipper jeans!  (as posted by Janice)

daou denim Picture by Janice 2Katherine 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)

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DSC05660 (1280x960)Bottles and Wood March 2015 1SD Style Bloggers were treated to snacks, jewelry making and a tour of the facility!

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SD Style Bloggers at Bottles and Wood This last picture is courtesy of the SD Style Bloggers Instagram.


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

IMG_4911 (1280x1280)Bottom pictures from left to right: Adoreus, G Fash, &  Quynntessential Couture.

IMG_4903 (2) (960x1280)Alber Rezko jewelry

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FWSD Spring Showcase 2015 Flashtag Photo (860x1280)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.

IMG_4893 (2) (854x1280)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 glassesIMG_4910 (2) (1280x1280)My 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)

IMG_4941 - Copy My sister attended the event with me!

IMG_4929 - Copy (1280x1280)Lunch was provided by Ruby’s

IMG_4931 - Copy (1280x1280)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.

IMG_4935 - Copy (1280x1280)My sister and I had quite the haul at Converse!

IMG_4979 (2) (960x1280)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.

Fashionable & Fun Events This Weekend!

Need “Something To Do” this weekend?  Check out some fun events below!

(Yup, I worked a Depeche Mode song in there…)


Grand Opening of George’s Camera:  Friday & Saturday, November 14 & 15 2014

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To celebrate the grand opening of George’s Camera on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, The Tamron Tailgate Tour will be stopping by for a “Fun Educational Photo Experience”, which includes FREE photography mini-sessions, answering all of your photography questions, test driving new products, and a luncheon on the first day of the stop.

Who: George’s Camera
What: Grand Opening at Clairemont Mesa location
Tamron Tailgate Tour
Tailgate lunch
Where:
7475 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
When:
Friday, November 14, 9am to 5:30pm.  The Tamron Tailgate Tour will be stopping in San Diego to provide guests with fun photography training and a tailgate lunch. Participants can get answers from experts and try out the latest Tamron technology. Amateurs, hobbyists and professionals are welcome.
Saturday, November 15, camera manufacturers will have representatives on site. Free classes will be ongoing from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., as well as various photo booths for guests to get behind and in front of the camera.

GRACEDbyGRIT x Core40 Trunk Show:  Saturday, November 15 2014
Graced by Grit

GRACEDbyGRIT is teaming up with CORE40 to bring you another trunk show, and you’re invited!

Based in San Diego, GRACEDbyGRIT gear is designed with a combo of form and fashion, making it the only workout gear you need. Our apparel is multi-functional, meaning you can wear GRACEDbyGRIT to a Pilate’s workout then go for a swim at Solana Beach right after.

GRACEDbyGRIT understands what it takes to be a woman and through their apparel, they celebrate the strength behind every woman’s story.

Attendees will enjoy a raffle, champagne, and more!

Who: GRACEDbyGRIT x Core40
What: Trunk Show
Where: 
437 South Highway 101 #201
Solana Beach, CA 92075
When:  Saturday, November 15, 2014
8:15am-12pm

Fashion Week San Diego Wearables Workshop: Sunday November 16, 2014
Wearables Workshop Event
Imagine a purse that charges your phone, or a watch that changes your life. These fashionable accessories will be trending in our society sooner than you probably even realize, and FWSD wants to give you the exclusive insider scoop!
Note:  This workshop will feature San Diego Style Bloggers – Vanessa Balli and Maria Von Losch!
Who: Fashion Week San Diego
What: Wearables Workshop featuring speakers and panelists sharing the latest in fashion trends and fashion technology.
Where: 
Horton Grand Theatre
444 4th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
When: 
Sunday, November 16
5pm – 7pm