From haute couture to haute hors d’oeuvres, the lineup of holiday soirées started on a fashionable note for me this year! No there weren’t models in party-themed fashion shoots carrying piles of glossily wrapped presents (as if Christmas came early), but there was a pop up fashion show at Bloomingdale’s on Tuesday. Nothing short of glamorous was the swoon-worthy array of prêt-à-porter and bespoke clothing showcased at the event!
The fashion show + designer meet and greet was hosted by Mandarin Quarterly, a Chicago-based print and digital media company specializing in branding and outreach endeavors for clients towards the dynamic Chinese market. The attendees were an eclectic mix, ranging from Chinese students in Chicago to young professionals working the 9-5’s to the artsy, creative crowd in the Windy City.
Now onto the fashion show. As models swanned their way stylishly through the crowd, an eclectic mix of chic, polished and avant-garde pieces were presented in plain sight. A flurry of marabou feathers in platinum foiled jacquard from Kate Spade? Remarkable. Dapper tailored suits from J. Toor? Stunning. Black velvet top with pearl embellishment from Azeeza? Plenty of holiday cheer!
In my outfit I calibrated with fun and jovial vibe by wearing a heart embroidered dress from Stella McCartney from ShopBop (where new markdowns on designer items are 30-70% off at shopbop.com), a polished purple coat from Milly, and these zipped ankle boots from Zara.
The appetizers were just as delightful as what pleased the eye, replete with crowd-favorites like garlic and parmesan stuffed mushrooms, lightly seasoned steak wraps, and grilled bread with prosciutto. Paired with the savory white wine and yours truly was a happy camper!
Fashion. Food. Fun. It sure was a pleasant start to a holly, jolly good time this holiday season! For what it’s worth I’ll toast to that. 🙂
Xo~ Lena
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Jacket: Milly// Top: Stella McCartney// Tights: Hue// Clutch: F21// Shoes: Zara
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Looks like you had a blast! And that food looks delish 😍
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Thank you love! Indeed it was a great event. Have a lovely Thanksgiving!! 🙂
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Thank you! Same to you and yours.
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This looks like such a fun night! Thank you for sharing, I need to find me a nice holiday shop party haha!
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Hi Romy, it was a spectacular turnout, yes I hope you find a nice holiday party! It’s definitely worth checking out!
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This all looks so amazing! From the fashion to the food loving that dress!
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Thank you Jodi, yes it was a great event with amazing designers local and worldwide! Have a great day dear!
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Wow!! I really envy you babe! I wish I could also join such event! Oh and I didn’t know that you’re also Chinese, yay! (*high five* :p) Anyway, I love your coat and I think your outfit matches perfectly with that Asian guy (in the first pic) 😉 Super stylish! Happy Wednesday! xo
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Haha~ thanks dear yes it was a great turnout as I got to speak to the models and designers about their holiday collection. The new vegas line from Kate Spade is quite unique as you can see by with marabou feathers on ostriches which who knew unless they’re an avid Kate Spade lover? Anyhow, thanks for stopping by dear have a great day and happy Thanksgiving!!
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Happy Thanksgiving gorg! xo
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This looks so much fun! Your dress is beautiful and and I love the matching coat! Bloomingdales looks like heaven for shopaholics! I can’t wait to visit the NYC one next month!
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~~Megan~~
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Hi Megan, thanks for stopping by! Yes Bloomingdales this time of the year is decked out with holiday-inspired store fronts and way too many enticing sales! Have fun in the one in New York, I love the one on Lexington, every year they have a vast array of decorations behind the glass display! 🙂
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Your Stella Mcartney Top is The Bomb, looks like a Wicked event 🙂 Have an amazing Day Lena!
Serene xoxo
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Haha~ thanks Serene, indeed it was mad wicked! Have a great one Serene lotsa love! 🙂
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I see you had great fun.And you look amazing. Love love.
Cheers, Mojisola
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Thank you Mojisola! Very lovely of you to stop by dear and yes it was a fun night I think I over-indulged a bit with the shopping while I was there! Anyhow, have a lovely day dear!
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Gah, how stunning is your coat and your Stella McCartney dress is beautiful, love the details at the front. This looks like a fun event, Lena, what a great opportunity to attend it!
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Thanks Shireen, indeed it was! Mandarin Quarterly is a very prestigious digital media company here in Chicago and I was honored to attend my very first event with them! Thanks for dropping by and have a great one love! 🙂
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Such a stunner! Hope you had fun pretty 😊 that coat tho! 💙
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Thank you Khaye, yes I had loads of fun, thanks for your lovely comment dear! Much love!
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Your Milly jacket is gorgeous! I’m loving cobalt blue these days
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Yes same here, I think that’s the new IT color for Winter, subtle yet classy with loads of pairable options!
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What a beautiful coat!
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Thank you dear!!
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WOnderful dear and your look it’s so stylish! Great
kiss
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Thank you Elisa for your lovely comment! 🙂
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You look so pretty …love your blue coat ❤
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Thank you love! Much love~ 😀
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Those pictures are divine! Love your coat!
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Thank you Dee! Happy thanksgiving love!!
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Thanks girl! Same to you too!
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You looked amazing, I love that coat!! https://hideorgochic.wordpress.com
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Thanks Elle! 🙂
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Your outfit + wine. I’m sold. ❤ The dress is a knock-out, great style and great party!
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Thanks Sylvia, yes the wine was delectable, nothing like a glass of pinot grigio to warm up the cold wintery night. Thanks for stopping by dear!
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Love the coat!!
Perfect blue on you 😃
xxoo
Dana
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Thanks Dana!! I hope you have a great day love!
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Love your French!
Great launch of the holiday season.
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Thank you!
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Seems like a great day Lena! I love your blue coat it is to die for! Love Ting xo
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Hi Ting thanks love it was a great event! Yes that blue coat was quite the conversation starter that night 😛 Have a great one love!
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Im sure it was! Haha not a surprise! Thank you and you too Lena! Xo
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You look awesome!
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Thank you Dylana!
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What a perfect day – what a beautiful look ♥
Thanks a lot for your comment, so I stopped by to say hello 🙂
This electric blue is my favorite colour and I can’t get enough of it. It fits you very well!!
xo Tine
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Hi Tine, thanks for stopping by I had a great time reading your blog and love your style (that cape is a stunner!) And yes electric blue sure is “electrifying” this season isn’t it, a great way to add some color to a neutral ensemble! 🙂
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What a great event!! You look beautiful, and the photos of the event look great. Thanks for sharing the ShopBop site. It looks like there are amazing deals to be found there!
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Hi Jacqueline! Thanks dear you always have a loveliest things to say that really brighten up my day! Yes I really like the site it’s like the google for all things fashion! Have a great one love and happy thanksgiving!! 😉
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Wow gorgeous Lena! that blue coat is to die for! xo
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Thank you Shaaz! Much love dear!
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wow. this is so awesome lenaaa 🙂 wish bkk had more of these events which gives opportunity for bloggers to meet each other and all… wouldn’t it be great? anyways you look stunning girl! and the food… looks delicious!!! 😉
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Hi Annie! Yes that would be great! There are a few here in Chicago that I’m a part of and they were all started by bloggers! I think it’s a great way to meet other like-minded people to exchange thoughts on all things fashion, food, beauty, and life! Maybe you can start one there? I would love to join when I go back to visit!! 😀
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How fabulous! I am loving that coat, it’s so vibrant yet sophisticated 😉 xxx
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Hi M! Glad you liked this ensemble, have a great day love!
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your coat is such a beautiful color! looks like such a fun experience 🙂
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Hi Alice, thanks for stopping by! Yes it was a spectacular turnout to see local and international designers talk about their holiday collections! As you can see I was quite smitten by the designs! Have a great day dear and happy thanksgiving to you and your family!
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oh it looks like so much fun! love the pictures and your outfit! you look amazing *.*
Would you like to follow each other on GFC and Instagram? 🙂 Just let me know 🙂
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Looks like such a fun event! And I love your look!
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Thank you Jamie! Have a happy thanksgiving love!
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You too!
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You’re killing me with your coats, lovely! 😬This and the houndstooth one are my absolute favourites this far… 👌👌💕Oh, and I’m so happy you had such great time at this event, beautiful! Lots of xx
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Hi Annie!! Thank you love I’ve been really on the long overcoat trend this season and there are just so many great options to choose from! Have a lovely day dear!! ❤
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Have a lovely day yourself beautiful lady! 😊xx
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The coat is banging… 🙂
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Thanks Ramou!!
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the colour of your coat brings you to life, gives all your photos such a nice vibe!
I invite you to see my latest post, where I also wear a bright colour! I would love to hear your oppinion about the whole look!
hugs
Mary
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Thank you Mary that’s very sweet of you love! Yes I’ll be sure to drop by and say hello!! ❤
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This event looks amazing. Thanks for sharing. Love your coat!
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Thank you Asa!!
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Love how the colour of your coat makes your hair pop!
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Hi Natalie, thanks for your wonderful comment, what a great catch I didn’t notice that it did! Have a lovely day dear!
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You too!
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Of course you look flawless. I’m not sure what I love more – the bold coat, the printed dress, or those slick boots. Amazing look!
Kaylyn Nicole
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Thanks Kaylyn!! Have a great day!
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The color of your coat is beautiful! Absolutely love this outfit:)
Love your blog, hope to see you soon on my blog
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Kisses from Zurich,
K
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Thank you Kristina! I’ll be sure to drop by to say hello! ❤
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Omg omg the color of your coat is the best blue I’ve seen thus far. Loved it
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Thank you love! Happy thanksgiving!
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Absolutely perfect! ♥
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Thank you love!! Happy thanksgiving!! ❤
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Lovely outfit and all those pretty food pictures made me hungry!! haha xoxo
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What a fabulous event! It’s always great when people within the same industry can get together and network! Glad you had fun, and you looked amazing as well Lena 🙂 Much Love, Lauren xxx
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Thank you Lauren, indeed it was a great event to meet like-minded people! I hope you have a wonderful day love and happy thanksgiving! 🙂
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I love your coat!
xo
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Thanks Laura!! ❤
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Great ensemble babe. The hues are on point & I seriously think I’m in love with your collection of coats!!!
– Judy
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Thanks Judy! That’s very lovely of you dear I hope you have a great one! Happy thanksgiving love!
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It’s looking absolutely amazing there! And you’re looking beautiful as well! Wonderful top and shoes.
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Thank you Eline!!
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Lena I am so in love with your coat!! That colour is so gorgeous and the cut is just perfect! Your hair and makeup is spot on too, really love the whole look and it looks like you had a blast! 🙂 xx
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Thank you Naeun! I’m really happy that you like this ensemble! I’m glad my makeup and hair looked intact after walking 20 minutes in this bristling Chicago weather to get to the venue but hey it’s all for good cheer right! 😉 Have a great one love!
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wow this looks so much fun!! i love your blue coat..
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Thank you Fatima! :
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This is such perfect event, and I love love love…did I say I love your outfit :)) You know I love dresses more than anything. I love this look on you and this perfect coat. You look absolutely amazing 🙂 Mel http://www.livingoncloude9.com
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Thanks Mel! Yes I’ve noticed and you wear them really well love! Thanks for stopping by have a wonderful day! 🙂
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Looks like such a great event and it’s always fun to meet new people and make new friends! You look absolutely gorgeous in the beautiful embroidered dress and the sleek blue coat goes perfectly with it too! Love this look!
Prudence
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Thank you Prudence! Yes I agree it’s wonderful to attend events where you meet like-minded people that inspire you! Have a wonderful day love! 🙂
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The purple Milly coat you’re wearing is so stylish and you’ve styled it really well! This shopping event looks like so much fun, the food looks delicious and there is just SO much to admire in these photos! 🙂
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Thank you Gabrielle that’s very lovely to hear! Have a great one dear and what a lovely blog you have! xo~ 🙂
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This all looks so cool, and you are killing it with your outfit again!!! May I steal your coat? haha 🙂
xxx
Camilla
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Haha~ thanks Camilla, glad you liked this look, we can definitely do a swap girl I adore your outfits as well! 🙂
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looked like a fun event!
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Thank you dear!!
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Love the coat you are wearing! Great look. Thanks for sharing this event!
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Hi Kathrine, thanks for your lovely comment, glad you liked this post! Have a great one dear!
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Perfect outfit for this event! I love the blue of the jacket and the dress! Such a pretty color… Happy Thanksgiving, love!
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Thanks J. Frost! I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving too love!! 🙂
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Omgosh all this is fashion porn!!! ^_^ So much to shop! And the food did indeed look delicious! I am sure you had loads of fun, dear!! And your dress is just gorgeous!!!! ❤
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Thank you Anshul! Glad you enjoyed this post, have a wonderful day dear!
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wow look like a lot of fun! in love with your dress. xx
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Thank you Tania! 😀
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your boots are everything!
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Thanks Anne-Marie, they really are! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
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Nice post.
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Thank you Terry!
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Lena, I’ve been meaning to tell you how much I’ve enjoyed watching the evolution of your blog. I have to admit I’ve been living a bit vicariously ;o) Anyway, the blog looks beautiful!
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Aww thank you very much Jacqueline, that means a lot to me dear, and I’m so blessed to have you walk down this path with me for the past 6+ months! I hope everything is going well with you in nursing school and it’s always great to see what’s new in your life from shopping hauls to family outings to OOTDs! Keep in touch dear, it’s great to have a community here and I’m glad you’re part of mine!! xoxo~
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:o) Yes! We’re lucky to have a great community! I look forward to keeping in touch with you for a long time to come :0)
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Your photos are lovely! 🙂
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Thank you Linda!! 🙂
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Nice outfit!
You look so beautiful 🙂
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Thank you Ona! 🙂
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Hi Lena! Wow, looks like a fantastic soiree! Bloomies is one of my all time favorite stores! It looks like your purchased some goodies from Gucci and Kate Spade-get anything fun? Perhaps some gifts for the holidays? You look beautiful in this outfit. I am such a fan of Milly’s stylish clothing and this purple coat looks amazing on you. Great post! xo, Lauren
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This looks like it was so much fun! I love that blue coat, so beautiful ❤ Janet
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wow! stylish blue coat , lovely dress
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