golden hour

after a full day of classes on sunday, we all went out for dinner and drinks to just chill. it's funny how you could tell we were all completely exhausted but also not ready to say goodbye. we drug our weary selves out of our cozy hotel and walked to meet up with others. the sunset was gorgeous. it lit up the city in golden hues. the photographer in merl couldn't help herself, so she snapped this pic WITH HER IPHONE. seriously, she knows her stuff. but i love the angle, the depth, the sunburst reflected off the building, and yen and paige in the far background. and merl always manages to make me look dramatic even when tired and sweaty.
wearing:
shoes from urban outfitters via ebay which i managed to rip on the back at some point that trip
skirt given to me by my friend jen
tank borrowed from paige
necklace by CR
thrifted purse

#txsc13 is about friends

so i just got back from the texas style council down in austin. and while it was a chance to learn and network and get motivated (and i'll talk about all those things later), it was for me an opportunity to spend quality time with some very close lady friends. i've met some amazing women (and men) through blogging and seeing them in person at the txsc conference. and these are not just passing acquaintances that fizzle once we get back to real life. no, these are true connections and lifelong relationships. when we all got together on friday night, it was like a high school reunion-girly squeals and hugs and lots of laughter. it was such a treat getting to spend a weekend with these hot babes! and bryan too :)

jessie, paige, merl, yen, kendi

texas style council

yes, i will be there! this is my third year to attend the texas style council and i truly believe it'll be the best one yet. from the swap to the thrifting to the fancy party and the conference itself, indiana has put together one stellar lineup. i am pretty dang excited. plus i get to see some fabulous ladies that have become very dear friends. so, if you'll be there too, let me know! austin is going to be super hot this weekend! *wink wink nudge nudge* *no it's really just going to be 100 degrees* *yay* *i love summer*