sparkler wand // confetti system pinata // glitter-sole pumps // confetti bomb

Happy 2014! We welcomed the new year with a simple night at home but, as you know, I'm all over any celebration that can potentially include sparkle. A few festive sparkler wands and some party-ready dressing is just the ticket for a successful hello to a brand spankin' new year!

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sweater: j crew (similar) | skirt: j crew | glitter loafers: gap | bag: chanel | bracelets: j crew, forever 21 (similar) | necklace: forever 21 (similar)

A few weeks ago I attended Freutcamp, a blog workshop hosted by Leah of Freutcake. The whole experience was so much fun (hopefully a recap is coming to the blog soon) and I was lucky enough to capture a few snaps of my outfit from the first day (full of photoshop tutorials, photoshoot demos and networking... oh my)!

I have to admit, I was a little nervous picking clothes for "camp".  A group of twenty five women (who all turned out to be incredibly lovely) hardly sounded like the right time to try a new trend or strap on my six inch stilettos but I weathered through and found the perfect mix of quirk and corporate! A structured skirt helped tone it down but sparkly shoes (you know I love me some sparkle...) and this 3D polka dot sweater were so much fun.

A word to the wise: If lunch is served picnic-style, don't opt for a skirt. Picnic benches + a short hemline does not a classy first impression make... you're welcome.

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