fashion x home decor

Fashion and home decor definitely go hand in hand. I will be moving in about a week and am super excited about decorating my first apartment! So much so that I've been losing sleep over what color curtains I'll purchase and whether my dining room table will be wood or glass. A little much? Possibly, but there really is nothing like moving into your first place! 

My original idea for my apartment's color scheme was to go with light neutrals and bold golds with coral and/or pink accents. The fashion gods confirmed my plan. I was so inspired when I saw Alexandre Vauthier's Couture 2012 collection. Now I have a pretty good idea of how I will want my apartment to look. Take a look at some of the pieces from his collection and some corresponding photos of some beautiful homes decorated in whites and golds. (These outfits also remind me of Great Britain's 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony outfits, no?)

 

Don't miss this event! Glamourina Launch Party

Pool party anyone?

Glamourina, the hottest fashion and beauty lifestyle blog in our nation's capitalis making a splash with our relaunch pool party Sunday August 12,2012, 1-5pm at the Doubletree Bethesda's rooftop pool! Admission isFREE.99! (Must be on the Guestlist)

"SizzlingSundays capture everything that's remarkable about summer includinggreat food, outdoor entertainment, socializing, and relaxation," says Meaghan McKissic, Bethesda resident and Editor in Chief of Glamourina.com.

The Doubletree Bethesda is the best place to unwind on the weekend andIt's the ONLY place where you can find DJ Art and the Doubletree'sown Chef Adam making sure you're rocking out to jams with a fullbelly of complimentary signature sliders and more! It provides theperfect backdrop while  making lasting connections networkingwith DMV bloggers, writers, and fashionistas!

For those looking to quench their thirst, the libations will be flowing,with special appearances in the past from Corona, Sam Adams, and JackDaniels to name a few. Expert mixologists will also serve up qualitydrinks at the cash bar.

Featuring stunning views of the nation's capital, the Doubletree Bethesda takessun worshiping to a higher level and is the ideal place to perfect atan surrounded by the exciting pulse of the city. Guests can cool offin the sparkling pool, stretch out on one of the premium loungechairs and more. It's like a pool party and shopping trip combinedinto one as jewelry designer Alexis of Razzle Dazzle Jewelry(http://www.blingisland.com/) and clothing designer Kevin Lattimore of Furture GenerationClothing (http://www.futuregenerationclothing.com/) set up shop to provide you with this season's hottest looks.

Get ready for the best Sizzling Sunday of the summer!  RSVPat glamourinalaunchparty.eventbrite.comto get on the guest list!!!!!!

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Excited for The Great Gatsby?

I am. I haven't read the book or anything (I'm planing to!), but I am very excited about the setting and therefore the fashion. Early 20th century fashion exudes class and prominence. Take a look at the trailer to see what I mean... 

Fashion Inspiration

Even though it's been abnormally hot, extremely muggy and really stormy lately (at least in the DC area), I am still inspired by these cheerful outfits put together by one of my favorite bloggers. Check out these summery 'fits from her site: 

songs i'm loving...

and... the GLEE version : )

Fab Body Factory's Nails and Dumbbells Event

On Monday, June 11th, dozens of women in the DMV met at the Fab Body Factory in Upper Marlboro, MD for mixing, mingling, manicures, and massages! This was really a fun event! Gift bags were raffled off (I actually won one of these bags, complete with nail polish, workout gear, and lots of gift cards!) and one lucky lady won an amazing pair of Nike sneakers. If you haven't already checked out Deanna Jefferson and her fitness and lifestyle company, the Fab Body Factory, please do so! Check out the pics below (and please excuse the picture quality!):

 Deanna Jefferson, owner, with WPGC's Sunni And the City
 (Follow them: @deannajefferson, @SunniAndTheCity)

Free manicures (above) given by Sole Elegance and Celestial Nails! 

Me and Milo Ferragamo, both wearing purple : )

 

 Celebrity jewelry designer Deborah Mdurvwa was there, selling lots of latest line. She's worked with celebrities like Lil' Mo, Maya, and Tracy DiMarco, just to name a few! Check out her designs below, visit her website and be sure to follow her: @Mdurvwa

 

These were dubbed the "Pink Friday" editions by Deborah's customers! They were in my gift bag and I can't wait to wear them.

 There was also a meditation session where everyone sat still for about 10 minutes and meditated on life and body image. It was extremely relaxing.

Brian Davison (@bwdavison) from Nike along with Deana and Sunni with the winner of the coveted Nike sneaks!

Anna endorses Obama!! Yay! : )