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Live from SF! Urban Glam Posh Party

Posted on March 21, 2014by Brandy Saldana

Earlier this week, I attended Poshmark’s first live party of 2014 in SF. This party was meant to kick-off their next cross-country tour and was held at Chambers.

Not only was Poshmark kicking off a tour, but it is also celebrating a major win this week by being one of the first e-commerce sites to work with USPS to negotiate better flat rate shipping for users. Before this announcement, shipping for any order less than $25 would be $6.99, while orders over $25 would be only $4.99. Now all orders ship for $4.99 as long as it is 4lbs or less. This news and the latest app update, gave everyone even more reason to celebrate.

I hung out with my amazing blogger friends (Chelsea Pearl and Jessica Valdez) and met some new people. I was really happy to meet a fellow East Bay Posher in real life! She recognized me from the app because she followed my closet and I gave her a Host Pick when I hosted my first Posh Party on the app. I have always heard of these types of meetings happening between people in the app, and it was so cool actually experiencing it. Her username is concept and you can shop her closet here.

The party featured its usual fun photo booth, but mani’s were also being done during the party by Pams & Kin. I loved the cute hangers being painted, and I would have gotten a mani if I had the patience to stay in line, but I was having too much fun catching up with the ladies at Poshmark and my SF blogger friends.

The party had some great co-hosts, including Caity from Moi Contre La Vie and Kate of The Fancy Pants Report. They are both stellar people and amazing bloggers, so I highly recommend checking their blogs out! The party had a great turnout and the lounge was packed for most of the night. Luckily there was a patio area where some of us stepped away to talk, and of course, take pictures! Kat (KatwalkSF), Caity, and I posed by the pool and spent the rest of night talking to our other blogger friends.

I had a blast and these are just a few of the many snapshots of the night. Special thanks to my BF Armando for coming out to the event to take amazing photos and for understanding my obsession with the app!
Until next time,Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER |

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St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 17, 2014by Brandy Saldana

Green Blazer Alice + Olivia, Polka Dot Skirt KTR Collection, Ruffle Nude Satchel Steve Madden, Gold Spiked Beatrix Flats Sam Edelman, Cocktail Ring and Bracelets Forever 21, Statement Necklace via Poshmark Photos by Laurelai I was late to a blogger brunch two weeks ago, and I am just now sharing them. Even though the photos are a little late, it feels like it is perfect timing for St. Patrick’s Day thanks to my green blazer. I remixed my polka dot skater skirt from the KTR Collection and pulled the green blazer and polka dot skirt together with the colors of a statement necklace I found thanks to Poshmark. I found it in the closet of Posh user tmoreira and love her classic style.
There has been a lot on my mind as of late, and sometimes I wonder what is important to share on my blog. I’ve been spending a lot of time on Poshmark, by being on the app and by prepping my cover shots of items I want to sell. Nothing in this outfit post is being listed anytime soon, but I am taking a critical look at all of the items in my closet and making the tough choices of letting go of what no longer feels like me anymore. I like that I’ve had success on the app by selling items and making room in my apartment, and I love the community within the app. I know I’ve enjoyed the comments I get on my listings and it feels even better when someone buys something because of how I styled it.
There is a Live Posh Party in the city tomorrow and the last day to RSVP is today! You can RSVP on Eventbrite here. Hope to see you there, or on the app, soon!

Springing Forward with Modcloth

Posted on March 14, 2014by Brandy Saldana

Springing Forward with Modcloth by willbakeforshoes

I have been so happy with the time change and have been enjoying the Spring weather. I do some of my own outfit posts that I need to share, but it seemed fitting to feature an outfit ready for the Spring Weather inspired by the Shoreline Memories Dress from Modcloth. I love the pattern and shape of the dress. The pop of yellow makes it look anything but boring. I tried to channel What Would Zoeey Deschanel Wear, and aside from the heels, I think I could see her wear this outfit on her show New Girl or out and about. It has been awhile since I’ve used Polyvore and I forgot how fun it is creating complete outfits on there.

Hope you are having a great week and can’t wait to share my next outfit post with you!

Stylematic Fashion Show and Launch Party

Posted on March 10, 2014by Brandy Saldana

In the middle of February I attended the Launch Party and Fashion Show hosted by Stylematic that ended up being pretty epic. So much so, that Armando took over photos and it was no easy task narrowing down the best shots and my favorite looks of the show. The app is your personal pocket stylist, and the show featured how the app could help you dress by featuring some looks from local SF designers. (Note: This post is very photo-heavy, but its a good thing, I promise!)

One of my favorite designs that came down the runway featured leather details. The designer is Candice Cuoco and her style is just as fierce as the leather pieces that walked down the runway. You can find/shop pieces from the collection here.

There were a lot of designers featured, but sadly I cannot remember all of their names. I liked the variety of looks that were featured and I am sure it was a struggle for the same models to change into so many things in such a short amount of time.

One of collections that made me feel really happy was the luxury active wear designed by Ellie. In part because the music was so upbeat and the models moved a little more effortlessly thanks to their sneakers, but the clothes seemed comfortable as well as stylish! It takes a lot of motivation for me to want to go to the gym, but it is a lot easier when I am wearing a cute outfit to the gym. What was interesting to see were some of the pieces being used for outfits to go out in. I love when my clothes can be worn multiple ways, so it is refreshing to gym wear not just be for the gym.

Another collection caught my eye and that was the collection featured by Lan Jaenicke. Paired with legwear by Ellie and not much else, gorgeous coats in different styles and colors dazzled the runway. I loved the minimalist look but how they also made a statement without the rest of the outfit. The camel colored one looks extremely chic and cozy thanks to the expression of the model. I am also a big fan of the orange peplum coat and would not mind adding it to my collection of coats.

There were plenty of other looks and designers featured, but these were my favorite looks. I would definitely check the app out and also visit the page’ of the designers I mentioned to give them your support. It was fun seeing all these looks and it would be great to be able to support emerging designers.

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Mardi Gras

Posted on March 6, 2014by Brandy Saldana

Black Princess Coat Steve Madden | Black Dress H&M | Scarf Natasha via Marshalls | Metra Suede Booties Nine WestI know I promised another post featuring the Stylematic Fashion Show and Launch Party, but it has been very difficult trying to narrow down what photos to share, especially because Armando took almost 700 photos.
I thought it would be best to share my outfit for Mardi Gras. It is simply an all black outfit topped with a colorful scarf in Mardi Gras colors. I wore some beads and even painted my nails in honor of the holiday. It is always fun adding a pop of color to all black outfits and I love each of the pieces I am wearing. Mardi Gras evokes the image of slightly more revealing outfits for Carnival, but when it comes to work, it is best to opt for fun, but conservative pieces.
Hope you are having a great week so far! I hope I have narrowed down my selection of photos for a recap of the Fashion Show soon, so stay tuned for that!
Until next time,Brandy| BLOGLOVIN | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM |TUMBLR | TWITTER |

Stylematic Pre-Launch Party

Posted on February 26, 2014by Brandy Saldana

As I mentioned in my last post, I attended a few events celebrating the launch of a new fashion app called Stylematic. This pre-party was 20’s themed and was celebrated in a cool studio in the Mission.

I think the photos I shared speak for themselves by showing how cool the space was and how fun the party was. I especially enjoyed grabbing some props and taking photos in the photo booth with my fellow blogger friends. Special thanks to Armando for wanting to join me at the party and taking these great shots.
Next up, I’ll be sharing photos from the Stylematic Soft Launch Party and Fashion Show. See you then!
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