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March 13, 2018

New York Fashion Week Fall 2018

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New York Fashion Week is something that I have always wanted to experience. I don’t know what exactly had stopped me in the past, but I made the commitment to myself to attend. So I did.

While I am very glad that I went, I wish I had done things a little differently. And come September, I plan to. While there things I’d do over if I could, one thing I would not was deciding to wear a band tee. I dressed it up with high heeled booties and layered it with a J.Crew coat, but made sure to stay true to my style.

Here’s a few things that I plan to change up:

Plan ahead. Being in New York for Fashion Week is one thing. Next time I want to immerse myself. Attend presentations, shows, really be a part of it.
Stay a while. One day put a lot of pressure on getting things right, and essentially caused me to fail. Having a hotel or somewhere nearby to stay will take away some of that pressure. I would have the option to change clothes, or even rest for a bit, if needed.
Bring friends. Traveling alone can be great. Most of the time, I actually prefer it. However, NYFW is something that would be way more fun of an experience when shared.

I will also say, that this was probably the first and last time I will attend in February. A cold and wet Bet is a very unhappy, all but crying in the back of a taxi Bet. Have you ever been to NYFW? Are you planning to go? I want to know, so share in the comments here or on Instagram!

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Photos by: Kaye McCoy

February 19, 2017

Club Monaco’s New York Fashion Week Collection Event

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New York Fashion Week may be over but with Club Monaco’s New York Fashion Week Collection, you make every day NYFW. If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen that I attended their shopping event with Leslie Musser of One Brass Fox at the Prudential Center.

1. The one thing I had to try on was the Colema Cold Shoulder Sweater. It comes in black and pink, I ended up falling hard for the black one. It’s the right amount of edgy and trendy, without being too over the top.

2. If I were going to go over the top, I spotted the perfect pair of Loeffler Randall heels that would do the trick! Coming in at just under $400, I had to pass on them, but there are definitely on my want list.

3. Deciding to try on a few sale sweaters was a good life choice. The Flutterby Ruffle Sweater was a pretty sweet alternative to the cold shoulder sweater for about $70 cheaper.

4. There was also the Ellodie Sweater, which was another cheaper, but still very on trend option.

5. The sweater I told myself that I was going to buy regardless, was the Mackenzie Stripe Sweater. It’s on sale for $69 and I have this thing with stripes. It would have been perfect, but I couldn’t find it and wanted to try it on first.

Even though I ended up leaving without making a purchase, the event was worth attending and I will be back to shop later on!

October 3, 2016

Madewell Fall Style Event

One of my favorite things about blogging is connecting with other bloggers. When we can come together and collaborate with a brand we all love? Even better.

I’m super excited to share that Gabby of First & Warren, Robbin of The New England Life, and I will be cohosting a fall style event at Madewell Newbury!

The event will be this Thursday, October 6th from 6PM – 8PM at Madewell Newbury, located at 329 Newbury Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Whether you’re in need of new jeans, boots, or sweaters for this fall, you definitely want to pop into Madewell for this event.

Not really looking for anything specific for the season?

That’s fine! You can still come by to see the three of us for some fall style tips, and check out Madewell’s newest fall arrivals. While you’re there you can enjoy some snacks (and sips), and enjoy 20% off your purchase of $125 or more!

We hope to see you there!!

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September 30, 2016

College Fashion Week Fashion Show

This post is sponsored by Her Campus Media and its College Fashion Week brand partners. But, as always all opinions are my own!

Thanks to the Her Campus InfluenceHer Collective, I was able to attend the College Fashion Week fashion show!

I’m pretty that this was the first event that I had ever attended where there was a VIP seat reserved for me with my name on it.

When I arrived at Space 57 and checked in, I was greeted with smiles, handed a press pass, and the most impressive goodie bag! You’ll definitely be seeing some of its contents in future blog posts. After the check in table, there was an exclusive CFW photo booth, custom sweets and, of course, a bar.

Then, once you walked into where the runway was located, were stations where guests could talk to the CFW brand partners. And more goodies! You could even get your eye brows shaped!

As for the fashion show itself, there were tons of looks presented by young up and coming designers. Maybe I’m just a sucker for the 80s, but the Bow and Drape portion was my favorite.

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September 23, 2016

College Fashion Week

This post is sponsored by Her Campus Media and its College Fashion Week brand partners. But, as always all opinions are my own!

If you live in Boston (or even within driving distance) and you love fashion, but missed the Macy’s Fashion’s Front Row event in Downtown Crossing, don’t worry.

Tomorrow is College Fashion Week! The tickets don’t cost much at all. And you can get them here.

This is Her Campus Media’s fifth year of hosting College Fashion Week. The can’t miss fashion event will take place Saturday, September 24th from 6PM until 9PM at Space 57, and is to include four fashion shows with ten looks each, presented by young local emerging fashion designers. Such as, My Social Canvas, Foray, Ali & Ariel, Frill Clothing, and Bow & Drape. Networking opportunities with both other Boston fashionistas, as well as the many brands that have partnered with Her Campus Media to make this event possible.

Interested in knowing which brands? You can view the complete list of sponsors here.

Some brands include:

Fitbit
Drybar
Rebecca Minkoff
Vince
Bertha Watches
Perfumania

I can’t even begin to tell you which one I’m most excited about, because I’m just that excited about them all!

I’ll be there the whole time, and I really looking forward to seeing some of you there. If you go (which you totally should), make sure to come up to me and say hi!

Seriously, the goody bags (which are included in the ticket price) will have over $900 worth of swag.

Can’t wait to share my recap of College Fashion Week afterwards. Stay tuned!

September 13, 2016

Macy’s Fashion’s Front Row

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Macy’s; but as always, the thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.

I may not be going to NYFW this year, but that doesn’t mean that I’m not getting my fashion fix.

Macy’s Fashion’s Front Row is bringing Fashion Week to Boston!

Get a preview of the latest Macy’s Fall Fashion looks from you favorite designers. One on one style advice from Macy’s pros. It’s supposed to be one of the biggest shopping parties of the season! Trust me, you won’t want to miss it. I know I don’t.

For more information on this event or to find a location near you visit: http://bit.ly/MacysFrontrow16

If you’re in Boston, I hope to see you there. And if you see me, make sure to come say hello!

Can’t make it? Follow along via #MacysFrontRow. I’ll also be live tweeting while I’m there, so if you’re not already following me on Twitter!

August 26, 2016

Kiehl’s LifeRide Event

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Have you ever went for a walk in the park, been handed free samples and urged to go to an event?

I honestly say that’s happened to me while walking in the Boston Public Garden. It might sound sketchy, but the samples were from Kiehl’s, so I wasn’t going to say no. And it was DJ Hustle Simmons handing them out, so I knew the event was going to be one I’d kick myself for not checking out!

The weather wasn’t the best, but the event was worth braving the down pour. I happened to have my camera and was lucky enough to get a few photos. I don’t know what exactly I was expecting, but the Kiehl’s LifeRide event had so much, and then some! The Kiehl’s CEO Chris Salagardo, celebrity influencers (actor Gilles Marini, YouTuber Amanda Ensing, model Carmen Carrera…), facials, cupcakes, motorcycles, and a Limited Edition Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, of which 100% of net profits up to $25,000 go to benefit amfAR to help fight HIV/AIDS.

If you’ve ever tried the Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, then you know that amfAR is getting that $25,000.

To help make AIDS history, you can donate here.

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August 9, 2016

Shake the Tree Yumi Kim Event

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When your friend co-hosts an event, you go!

Georgina of A Noted Life is someone I consider to be one of my blogger besties (whether she agrees with me on that, or not). She and Tiffany of Boston Foodies hosted a Yumi Kim shopping event at Shake the Tree in Boston’s North End. And, when I say that bloggers sure know how to put on a fun event, I mean it with every ounce that’s in me.

The food was phenomenal. And local. There was everything from Neptune Oyster Bar oysters, to the best cannoli in North End from Bacco (of which I had far too many).

To that, add a handful of my favorite Boston bloggers, flavorful sips, and the prettiest floral dress EVER.

I’m wearing the Jayne Silk Dress, and I could just kick myself for not buying it that night! It was so comfortable and the color flattered me far better than I imagined it would. Regan of Venture Travelist helped me decide which one to try on. She really knows her stuff. Even though I wasn’t at my best, I felt absolutely gorgeous.

Lucky for me, Yumi Kim is also available on Rent the Runway. Although, I will probably end up back at Shake the Tree very soon!

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Photos by Regan Cleminson.