Ladies Blogger Brunch

Late on posting this but a few weeks ago I had the honor to be invited to meet up a group of fabulous fashion blogger friends here in Phoenix. Some of us had not seen each other seen the Lulu's Style Studio Event back in October.

The location was Pane Bianco which was excellent as we had our own table underneath a vintage chandelier.  As we all arrived at different times it felt as if we had seen each other recently and reconnected instantly as we went on in our conversation.

It was such a fun brunch full of laughs, several conversations going on at once and time flew by as we exchanged fashion stories and tips as well as shopping experiences. This is a wonderful group of ladies who are educated, talented, and hard working I admire them and feel blessed to be a part of this group and invite me. As we finished brunch we continued onto Lux Coffee for more coffee, and used the patio to do a mini photo session which was such a great time as we laughed about using "props" and the perils that come with outfit of the day pictures.

Delicious french press coffee, The shoe arsenal on this brunch, what bloggers do take outfit of the day pictures any chance we get using props, and the gorgeous treats at Lux Coffee.

Nadia of Nadia Thinks

Angela of Forward Fashion Diary

Joanne of Fabulously Average

Kristianne of Fashion Route

Group shot and a fun time.

New Years Eve His and Hers Outfits

This New Year's Eve we did not make any plans. As you can see from my previous pictures I procrastinated and did not make restaurant reservations so I cooked a restaurant worthy feast.

Later that evening a friend invited us to a nightclub were they were having a NYE celebration and he gifted us the tickets to go. We were definitely grateful for this and had a great time so thank you Tom.

The outfit pictures were very on the go and improvised but I wanted to share what we both wore. It was very cold and windy so I wanted to forgo the usual party dress but still be festive. I paired a red pair of slacks with some velvet black Mary Janes and a GAP super soft fitted top with a new faux fur coat with pronounced shoulders which I thought was a perfect night to bring this piece out. I topped the look with silver accessories to make it stand out. I was very comfortable and warm the rest of the night during pictures, dancing, drinking, and jumping around even. The hair was a messy chignon as I rushed getting ready and wanted to have the freedom of let it down if need.

His look a lavender and purple striped button up shirt, charcoal trousersm and a Calvin Klein blazer with a fitted beanie for warmth.

A few snapshots of the night hair up and then messy down, and a few moments together.