Gearing Up for the Holidays

Entering the Free People store event on 5th avenue was like floating in dream land. The ceilings and walls were covered in lights and sparkles. It was one of the most beautifully decorated parties I’ve been to in a while. This event has me thinking of the holidays and already, I’m super inspired thinking of what to wear come Christmas when I’m back home in Cali! Not only were the designs showcased in the most stunning way, there were some amazing treats (we’re talking unlimited cupcakes and champagne!) It was great to meet up again with the FP team who work with my sister at the home office in Philadelphia and whom I’ve had the pleasure of shooting the October ‘1o catalog with! Also in town were their head designers, who created these one-of-a- kind dresses. The pieces were all so beautiful, I couldn’t stop staring. Something I’d only see in a dream…come to life. I’m already extremely inspired to sport lots of chained jewelry, massive amounts of sequins, topped off with an amazing leather jacket. I definitely left with stars in my eyes!

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