Living so close to New York City means I get the opportunity to hop on a train for quick trips at my leisure... Or, with some careful planning and a babysitter.
It's been a while since I attended an event to reconnect with fellow fashionistas, bloggers, and artists in the community that motivate me to create more, dream bigger. When I heard from one of my blogger besties, Suma of The Fashion Beauty Junkie, about her amazing experience attending the Lovely Happenings earlier this year as a presenter, I knew I wanted to attend the October event. A combination of panels on fashion, careers, lifestyle and art, this was definitely what I needed to open my eyes to new experiences and perspectives.
Kicking off the event was a panel on fall fashion featuring NYC bloggers Dana of Pink Champagne Problems, Hallie of Sleepless in Sequins, Cara of The Style Phile and Katie of Katie's Bliss. Some of the trends they loved were plaids, knee-high boots and leather. Um, yes, please!
In between panels, guests has the opportunity to network, craft with Pietro Handbags and Anna Osgoodby, indulge in a manicure, customize cupakes and shop .I brought home a chic pyramid stud cuff bracelet from Bleeker + Spring, and made new connections with some of the nicest, sweetest bloggers who were all so friendly.
It was really refreshing to talk to women who weren't competing with one another and all felt the sense of community blogging has that drew many of us in. All the women on the fall fashion panel, as well as Erika of Retro Flame, were absolutely lovely to chat with, which really renewed my faith in blogging that there are down-to-earth women wanted to help one another and grow the community.
Plus, it was like a mini reunion to see my girl Suma, who is one of the first bloggers I became friends with about 3 years ago. Love this girl!
If you have the chance to attend a Lovely Happenings Event, do it! The sisters who created this fabulous event, Jaclyn and Rachael, put together an amazing assortment of speakers and services that will truly inspire you. Plus, it's a great way to get together with your friends and have a day out filled with fun, food and fashion!
