Dolce, Dolce, Dolce...

If you haven't already seen it, you positively must watch the Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2012 runway show from Milan. I'm such a huge fan of costume dramas, and period clothing... anything ornate and delicate. This show was a gorgeous, opulent display of intricately detailed baroque inspired clothing and jewel encrusted accessories. Yum =) I was so inspired, I had to draw an up-close look from the collection... I hope you like!

So I realized the other day that I had no way for you to get in contact with me should you want to say hi, ask me a question, or send me a link to your blog... silly me. I finally added an 'About Me' page with all my contact info so now we're just an e-mail away! Click on my pic in the sidebar for all the ways to connect.

And I finally figured out how to create a Facebook page just for my blog. Yay! Feel free to head on over and check it out. I plan on using this space to post more behind the scenes stuff, extra sketches, and photos. We'll see how it goes...

Have a good rest of your week, make it a good one, and happy leap day =)

Happy Fall Fashion Week...

Happy fall fashion week everyone! Is it too early for booties and tights? I can't wait until the cool weather sets in and I can start wearing sweaters =) It's been awhile since my last post, I had an exhausting but exciting week. I was able to attend some amazing events to kick off the new fashion season. Thursday September 8th was Fashion's Night Out. It's always fun to be out and about in New York City on FNO. After work I headed over to Lord & Taylor to see the lovely Meagan of Travel Write Draw sketch fashion portraits for a crowd of onlookers. She was busy drawing but I was able to steal her away to snap a quick pic of us both.

Then on Friday, I attended the first ever Blogger's Night Out hosted by these lovely ladies at Pranna on Madison Avenue. I had no idea what to expect and was so impressed: free drinks, giveaways, swag bags, and an infinite number of fabulously dressed fashion bloggers! The pictures I took didn't turn out so great, but I think Meagan was able to capture the moment. Look out for more pictures on her blog!

Anyways, I had a great time and am so glad I went. Thanks so much, Meagan for going with me. I feel very fortunate to have met someone so kind, inspiring, and talented! I hope everyone has a relaxing weekend =)

*Edit* Just found a video of Blogger's Night Out! Check it out here!

For the Love of J.Crew...

I have a special place in my heart for J.Crew, if you can't already tell from my previous posts. They were the first to hire me after graduating from design school when the economy had just tanked and there were no jobs for recent grads with little experience. I was eventually taken under the wing of the visual merchandiser at the collection boutique on Madison Avenue and learned the in's and out's of store displays. I learned so much during my time there, met some amazing people, and acquired a skill set that even comes in handy as an assistant designer.

This morning I was up bright and early searching the web and came across a recent announcement that made me so proud: J.Crew will be debuting a runway show this fall at Fashion Week! I can't wait to see what Jenna Lyons and Marissa Webb have in store for us.

So I think I've gushed enough. This has definitely made me start thinking about Fall Fashion Week and Fashion's Night Out... and wearing tights... and boots... and lovely scarves... and wool peacoats. I. Love. Fall.

Have a relaxing Sunday!