Meeting the One and Only...

BETSEY JOHNSON.

 The benefits of living in good ole' Kentucky on May 5, 2011 were very sunny as I got to meet Betsey Johnson! She was hosting a benefit for breast cancer awareness and research among the many Kentucky Derby festivities she also participated in. The amazing experience of being able to meet a favorite designer is indescribable. We had a special "VIP Meet & Greet" time with her where we got to talk to her for a few seconds and get our picture with her! She is an undeniably warm-hearted person, and so bubbly and fun to be around. 

Betsey Johnson was the perfect person to hold this benefit, she herself has had breast cancer (as she calls it, a funny story), and she knows first hand how to deal with it and what these women go through.  She is so supportive of women and to fighting for a cause.

We were given the professional pictures from Chambord and she signed it :)

Last picture of the day!

I think the pictures and the signing were amazing, but I would have to say the BEST part of the day was before the even even started.  We arrived early to be able to stand in line and decided to go to the restroom first. Well, when we walked out of the restroom, Betsey Johnson is just sitting there on the couch by herself, just hanging out.  Naturally, we freak out and go up to her and ask for a picture and everything, and she stands up and gives us hugs like we have known each other forever! She was just the sweetest person and I am so grateful to have these opportunities in my life to be able to meet people like her. 

Decisions, Decisions...

 As my last post was wanting ideas on a dress for my birthday, I figured I would post my final decision as to not leave you guys hangin'! And, well, there is not exactly a FINAL decision; its more like a final TWO decision! BUT I am using the excuse that I have to go to some weddings this year so I cant get more uses out of them! and they are both on sale! What's better? Now, I just have to choose     which is for my birthday, maybe both? :) 

Just a short little post, to those who were wondering!

SMD

Pink and Yellow.

Pink and Yellow. by sarinamichelle featuring cocktail dresses

My birthday is quickly approaching me, and I do not yet have a dress! These are not all of my choices, just a few that I like. So, if anyone has any opinions or choices feel free to comment! I'm sure I will post more dresses soon! I know this is short, but just looking for some opinion :)

Amazing Grace

How sweet the sound.
I just got this tattoo the other day and I thought I would share it with you guys and share the story about it :-)
Her name is Lydia Grace Wu, and she is the strongest little 10-year-old girl I have ever met. Little Lydia was diagnosed with a brain tumor BUT she never let that ever get her down. No matter how much pain she was in, she never complained, never got angry, never blamed anyone for anything. She was so strong and believed everything was for the good. She had the most amazing faith in God and knew whether she lived or passed it was Gods will and everything was going to be okay. Little Lydia passed away at only 10 years old, but she had the maturity and understanding of life of someone who had lived for 80 years. Amazing Grace was her favorite song and that is the story behind this new tattoo. She will live on forever in my heart and touching the lives of those who knew her and will come to know her through the stories. Even though she is not on earth anymore she is in a better place, pain free with her Savior in Heaven.

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Where Dreams Come True.

As I am enjoying this fabulous, magical weather in Disney World, I couldn't resist sharing this picture. :-)
If there is anything that is literally ALWAYS in style and always makes you look fabulous when its in the background, its Cinderella's castle in Disney World!
It is gorgeous all hours of the day and especially at night when they change its colors.
Every girl's dream is to be a princess, right? I have been called princess more times in the past few days than I ever have and it makes you feel like a kid all over again.
I might be thinking ahead of myself right now BUT, as a place that always makes dreams come true, my dream come true is to one day be wed there in that castle. (Hey I can dream right?)
But now that I've expressed my dreams to everyone it is time to go back to the castle for the night in Magic Kindom and ride some more magical rides :-)

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Benefits of Being a Loyal Subscriber

So, I know this isn't a very good picture, but give me a break I am blogging from work! This is going to be short one just to let everyone know if you read Harper's Bazaar the lovely benefit of being a subscriber is that you get awesome covers like this one. As you can read on the inside, Harper's Bazaar started doing separate covers in 2004. The newsstand version has cover lines and the subscriber version is a little more artsy and creative, or conceptual as they call it.
The newsstand version of this one is with Kim Kardashian and this one has model Magdalena Frackowiak. I personally love this one. It is just so much more interesting and creative, and different, and I feel like these days with all the possibilities of celebrities that can be plastered on the covers, this was a nice refreshing change.
Just a little side note blog for the day since I haven't updated in forever :-) also not to mention, if your a subscriber, its cheaper.

Have a fabulous and stylish day loves!
SMD

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.....The Runway Part

.....The Runway Part by sarinamichelle on Polyvore.com
This should look familiar :)
With me talking about how much those tulips looked like recent runway collections, I had to compile a few of my favorites. Some are RTW Spring 2011, some Resort Spring 2011, some are for this upcoming Fall 2011, and some are 'just in' items from some of my favorite stores :)
I know this post can be a little overwhelming with all the many different colors, however, I wanted to show the sheer resemblance of those tulips in my last post to what is happening now in fashion. Anything is possible for inspirations!
(If you look closely, some of the designs on the outfits, look like the birds eye views of the tulips)

SMD

Tulips in the Netherlands to the Runway

Wow. I just love my dear grandma.  Now, I know this post isn't directly about fashion, but just hold on. My grandma sent these pictures to me in an email today and I can not get over how gorgeous they are. These are all different colored tulips in the Netherlands, some birds eye view as well.  

When I first looked at the pictures it was hard to believe that they colors were that vibrant, but they are just gorgeous.  

Now, fashion note: do these colors not look super familiar? Maybe, perhaps all the neons and bright, bold, and beautiful colors that were just on the runway last week?  I've seen more of these colors on the runways the past two weeks than I ever have (besides in a box of crayons). Maybe the Netherlands were a little inspiration, no? And now I need something in each of these colors in my wardrobe ASAP. 

I had to share these beautiful pictures with everyone, I hope you enjoy :)

SMD

Spring is Just Around the Corner

Spring is Just Around the Corner by sarinamichelle featuring bezel jewelry

I am so excited for this warm weather that I can't stop buying cute things to make it come faster! I bought the dress and sunglasses today and I am working towards saving for the shoes and watch! I wish I would have found this dress before Valentines day because that would have been the perfect outfit :) BUT I didn't so...... It is still perfect for spring and summer weather and just wanting to look cute. I thought that the nude and gold theme worked well with the colors in the dress. The dress has a retro silhouette feel to it so that is also why I chose the retro sunglasses to go with it. the bag is a nice contrast to the nudes and gold, but stills stays in a similar color palette. Everything is from ASOS.com

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