May the Fourth Be With You

This weekend, we celebrated my nephew, Cole. He turns one today, and officially has the coolest birthday: Star Wars Day (May Fourth). My sister, Laura, and her husband, Matt, threw Cole a birthday party at their home in Sugar Hill (Buford), Georgia, this past Saturday. It's about an hour drive for me from West Midtown, but I love getting to see my nephews and the rest of my family. Poor Chapin had to work and missed out on all the fun.

Posing with my sister, Laura, and her son, Cole

As you grow older, you realize the importance of family. My mom has become my best friend as others have drifted out of my life, busy with their own families. She has become a great shopping buddy!

The outfit I chose for Cole's party was a casual dress with an open back - actually a gift from Laura for Christmas!

Dress: Plenty by Tracy Reese Fit and Flare Dress

I love how this print is described: Electric Plaid! It's a perfect description.

Tracy Reese is a leading African American designer, and has a several facets of her label. The Plenty by Tracy Reese line tends to skew a little younger, and is definitely cheaper than her main Tracy Reese designs. (Mrs. Obama is a fan.)

Purse: Rebecca Minkoff Studded Mini Quilted Affair Purse

Sandals: Manolo Blahnik Perpia Strappy Stretch Sandals

Fun Fact: I recently spent a day as an extra, and wore this dress with the purse above. The movie will be out next year, so I will share details as the release date gets closer. I hope I made the final cut!

Work Wear Fashion

I'm an everyday fashionista, but I'm also (mainly) a corporate fashionista, since most of the outfits featured on this blog are ones I wear to work. Today, I'm definitely dressed in more "corporate" attire.

Outfit Details:

Dress: SINGLE V-Neck Vera Dress in Black and Teal

Shoes: Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Pumps

My career has had its high and low points, but lately, I feel excited to come to work every day; I know most people can't really say that. My company is expanding to another city (Manhattan), and we are adding new team members that bring a fresh perspective and energy to the office. The next few years will be extremely chaotic as we grow the business, but extremely fulfilling, too. It's quite an important time to be part of Local Marketing, Inc.!

A Decade of Wonderful

Today is a special day in our house: our pug, George, is turning ten! I can't believe that little puppy we brought home is now such a distinguished gentleman.

George is the light of my life. I love him so much more than I thought I could ever love a little dog. He has his own unique personality, and I know he loves me just as much as I love him.

Dress: David Meister

Shoes: Manolo Blahnik BB Pumps

Mad for Plaid

It's finally Friday! Today I'm in a more casual dress since I don't have any in-person client meetings. I'm very excited to start a relaxing weekend with my boys.

Today is extra special because my wonderful parents are celebrating 38 years of marriage! What an accomplishment. Happy Anniversary, Mom and Dad.

Dress: Shoshanna Teresa Wool Fit and Flare Dress

The color is Essex Street Tweed. I love that!

Shoes: Manolo Blahnik Perpia Strappy Stretch Sandals

Here is designer Shoshanna Gruss (who used to date Jerry Seinfeld) wearing this dress last year.