Independent Fashion Bloggers Conference

Saturday, September 10, 2011


Yes, I've arrived at Milk Studios, New York, NY

On the day before New York Fashion Week, it was a cloudy and rainy day but that did not stop me and about 300 others to wait patiently in line to be a part of the Independent Fashion Bloggers conference. Being a newbie to fashion blogging, I was so ecstatic, anxious and admittedly a bit nervous about how this day would be. 


However, it was all that I could have ever expected. The venue, the session topics, the panelists and networking with other bloggers whose blogs I read daily, made it well worth the trip. Here are few pics of what it was like when I arrived:




Now here is a is look at my outfit for the day!


Top- No Label (Goodwill)/ Pants- Club Monaco (Goodwill)/ Shoes- Steve Madden (Marshalls)/ Bracelet and Earrings- Borrowed from my mom & step-mom/ Watch- Michael Kors (Macy's)
This top still leaves a little something to the imagination. 
Color blocking, sling back and rounded toe...now I've had my first shoegasm.
Business & Blogging was by far my favorite of all the sessions. As a newbie in the fashion blogging community, it outlined the direction I need to take my blog to the next level. 
And of course the highlight was meeting some of bloggers I love, including my best friend in my head Sammy Davis Vintage. I simply adore her passion for thrifting, it's such a motivation for me.
I was so excited to meet Kristina of Pretty Shiny Sparkly. From Bloggers do it Better and her chic effortless style, she is a girl after my own heart. 
Jennifer of  Comme CoCo and Amy of Baby Budget Blog always look so beautiful and stylish in their posts, and in person they did not disappoint me. 


Here is a peek of the goodies in our swag bags.


After the conference, I headed over to the Strand Hotel for a bloggers meet & greet hosted by Katy (pictured in black top) of Modly Chic.
A big shout out to Laura (pictured in all black dress) of A La Mode et Plus for sharing a cab with me as we made our way over to the hotel. My shoes were not made for walking..LOL
I was so happy to see my thrifting partner Kerrie of VirtuousStyls and chat with some new blogger friends Sandy of Marley Simone, Beth of Changing Spaces Design and Fajr of Stylish Thought.


The conference was definitely a great experience. I am already planning on attending the next one. I hope Fashionable Atlanta will come too, so we can represent HauteLanta!

Whould you like to comment?

  1. Yes it was great to meet you. I feel in love with your outfit!!! Congrats on being selected as one of the most stylish at NYFW!

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  2. WOW!
    So many of my faves in one spot!
    What a great event!
    I am def gonna try to be apart of the next conf.
    You look absolutely stunning, I love that top!

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  3. @stylechic360 Yes hun..It was the Who's Who of Bloggers that I felt blogstruck at times...LOL! Thanks for the compliments!

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  4. Ahhhhhhhh I love when all my fave bloggers get to meet! "My best friend in my head" lol. Don't you love Sammy?



    Goodwill Huntingg

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  5. Great pics and stylish people! I love your look! The blue looks perfect with your blacks.=) 

    <3

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  6. I hate to have missed it, and love that you are wearing Goodwill with such an style.
    You are stunning, my dear friend.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  7. I'm glad you had a good time, but I knew you would. You looked great, but my favorite item is those shoes!!!! Gorgeous....

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  8. Looks like it was a ton of fun! We'll definitely have to go next year as a Fashionable Atlanta group!!

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  9. Wasn't the conference awesome!? I had to such a great time and it was even greater because I got to meet so many great people like yourself! Let's stay in touch! S

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  10. It was great meeting you as well and thank you for posting the pic. I unfortunately cant agree with you on the conference but I am glad that I was able to network with others. I love your blog and keep up the great work!!!
    Jen
    comme-coco.blogspot.com
     

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  11. It was so great to meet you at the IFB Conference and get the chance to talk a little at the StrandedBlogger meetup!! 

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  12. LOVE THE SHIRT AND SHOES!

    www.fatandfierce.com

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  13. Man!  I want to go next year!  You ladies all look fab!!!

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  14. I really want to check out the next one, this event looks like an amazing time. I love the close-up shots of your outfit. You ladies look fabulous.-xxoo

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  15. @Katy_rose1 It was definitely a pleasure! Thanks for hosting the meetup.

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  16. Yes it was too much fun and I agree with you Fashionable Atlanta needs to be in the building!

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  17. It was great meeting you!!

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  18. Love your look for the conference.  It looks like such a fabulous time.  I hope I can attend in February or next fall!

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  19. I'm so bummed I didn't see you at IFB!  Oh well, another time.  Glad you had such a good experience.  Love the outfit with the blue shoe!

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  20. I wanted to go to IFB, it looks amazing. Jennine of The Coveted does such a great job!

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  21. I am seriously considering going to the next conference.  I'd be interested in knowing what suggestions you had for accommodations and overall trip planning.

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  22. I wish I could have made this one! Your earrings and foot candy are so awesome!

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  23. So glad I finally found your blog!! Thank YOU for sharing a cab with me, and for helping me hail down a cab. Lol! Who knows how long that would have taken me on my own. I loved that top you wore to ifb. Nice meeting you!!

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  24. Sucks about the rain, but it looks like it was an amazing time! I'm excited to check out these blogs that you have linke!


    Shasie of Live
    Life in Style

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  25. I am loving those colorblocked heels. I hope we get to go together next year.

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  26. Glad you had a blast. How much do I love your top and pants plus the earrings and bracelet? A lot! Jennifer was pretty fly too. Just finished checking out her blog. 

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