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Almost new TAHARI Suit, Size 6 made just for me. I found this incredible buy during National Swap Day at Nana’s Quarter Life in Mt. Pleasant. I couldn’t believe after and hour of swapping this suit would still be hanging on the rack. See how happy I was, I even posed for the camera with Jackie the owner and organizer of the swap.
This beautiful black crepe dress with satin band ranks among my top 5, FAB FAV FINDS….. This cute little number was one of the last items I picked up at Nana’s Quarterlife National Swap Day
Last night my friend Chris and I attended the Crystal Couture fashion Show in Arlington, VA at Crystal City. Many up and coming designers were featured and I must say we saw some amazing creations. Crystal Couture marries fashion with image and showcases the sexy, chic, stylized side of Crystal City—in a way that has never been done before. Crystal Couture is part art exhibition, trendy nightclub, fashion show, and hip retail store all rolled into one. And the best part?? Its all free!!! How frugal is that 🙂
These photos courtesy of Crystal Couture website
A couple years ago I purchased black velvet stretch jean like pants from the gap. They are one of the best fitting pair of pants I own. Occasionally I wear a blouse or sweater with them. Last week during my bi-monthly stroll to Goodwill I found this blazer by H&M size 6. when I got it home it was a perfect match!!! $5.96 a great buy!
Lovers of fine crafts and art will found more than250 top artisans displaying and selling their unique creations in pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, home décor, furniture and home accessories, items for the garden, and photography. In addition to top national artists, the Festival also introduced new and emerging artists showcasing the latest trends in handmade fashion and accessories, statement jewelry and fine art.
I attended the festival in last week at the Dulles Expo center in Chantilly, VA along with 2 of my girlfriends and we saw some amazing creations. We are planning to return to the festival in April in Gaithersburg, MD to see what great finds we might run across. Below are a few items we discovered during our last visit. http://www.sugarloafcrafts.com/
Last night I attended a clothing swap at Eggspectations in Silver Spring, MD hosted by Anika Alexander. We had a fabulous time. I met a few new young women who live in my area and picked up some goodies along the way. She provided hors doeuvres and door prizes. How neat!
There were plenty shoes to choose from
Today I attended Exchange your Ways clothing swap on Mt. Pleasant in DC hosted by Nana’s Quarter Life. As you can see the ladies were lined up around the corner. We dropped out items off at 11 and came back at 1 to do some major damage. My new swapping  friends Lily, Courtney and I closed the place down around 3:30. The best time I’ve had all year. I will begin featuring some of my great finds over the next few weeks.
Ladies lined up around the corner
The great staff and organizers
This little number I designed about 4-5 years ago. With my current hectic schedule I haven’t been on my sewing machine since then. But when I needed something to wear to the White House Holiday party I was able to pull out this classic little number. Midnight Blue taffeta floor length jacket with Empress waist. Accented with ties on the wrist and waistline. POTUS thought I looked cute too. How cool is that?
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