The Light from Broadway and Sequins

On Tuesday night we went to the Kennedy Center, with our good friends, Kevin and Joey to see La Cage aux Folles.  It was such a fun show and we had a great evening with our friends.  You've gotta love a show in such an historic venue that is so irreverent. I took a few pics with my camera phone.  I didn't bring my big camera because I didn't want to have to lug it around. I wore my new sheer maxi, a sequin sweater and a basic tee.  I wasn't thrilled with my top but it gave me the all black look I was going for with the outfit. Now I'm on the hunt for a top that will complete the look.

Sweater - Kohl's (no longer available), Shirt - Vera Wang for Kohl's (no longer available, similar here), Skirt - Bobeau (Nordstrom), Shoes - Coclico (Simply Soles Georgetown), Bag - vintage, Necklace worn as a Bracelet - Saks off 5th, Earrings - Target, Watch - Timex (gift), Bangles - vintage from my Mom

This was a fun and easy outfit.  I would have liked for the sweater to be a bit shorter or maybe I should have worn a belt. I'll try that next time. I'm sad that you can't see my great shoes.  But you can see what they look like in this post.

You all know I'm testing out red lipsticks.  I promise there is a post coming. Last night I tried out, Sephora Collection in Hot Tango 05.  When I got home, I looked in the mirror and had a revelation.  A month ago, I would have tried that lip color on and immediately dismissed it.  Wearing red more often has made me more comfy with these bright reds.

My Honey affectionately calls my friend Joey, my Boyfriend.  She says I tell him more than some of my girlfriends and I'd prefer to shop with him that most girls I know. That's true. He's a great friend and I adore him. It's also worth mentioning that Joey has lost 150lbs + over the last few years.  He's amazing! 

I also adore Joey's partner Kevin.  I've known Kevin since he was sixteen. He worked for me when he was in high school. I can't believe we've known each other for over twenty years!

She may kill me for posting this picture but it turned out so great, I have to... Here is a photo of my Honey and I.  I think it's a great picture of her.

DC Fundraising Chic

Back in April I did a little guest post on GalTime for the Friday's Fancies feature. As part of that post, I did a frugal version of Friday's Fancies.  It was lots of fun shopping with an unlimited budget. Reality can be harsh but fun.  I enjoy hunting for bargains and this past Saturday, I wore my frugal version of Friday's Fancies to a fundraiser (with some slight modifications). 

In my rush to leave the house, I forgot my camera, so these pictures were taken with a camera phone by my good friend and the Mayor of Occoquan, Earnie Porta. I'll be writing soon about the beautiful town and their great Craft Fair coming up June 4th and 5th.

The event I attended was an annual fundraising dinner put on by the Prince William County Democratic Committee.  I'm a member and attend each year. For many years I've worn a black satin ball skirt (with many different tops) that I purchased at Saks off 5th for $40. It was easily the best formal purchase I've ever made. It has been a great value.  The jacket I'm wearing in the photos below is the same kind of piece. It's an italian made, Gianfranco Ferre tuxedo jacket. The original price tag was over $500. I purchased it for $60 and I've worn it to formal events and with jeans and a tee out to a bar.

Tuxedo Jacket - Gianfranco Ferre via Saks off 5th, Top - AK via Nordstrom Rack, Skirt - Avenue,
Shoes - Prada via DSW, Watch - HSN, Earrings - Nordstrom Rack, Ring - DragonWeave Jewerly via Amazon

With the exception of hose, I wanted to wear sheer black and didn't own any, my entire outfit was already in my closet. Here is the cost breakdown:

Gianfranco Ferre Tuxedo Jacket - $60 (originally $500)

AK Ruffle Top - $15 (originally $59)

Avenue Sequin Skirt - $10 (originally $40)

Prada Satin Mary Janes - $89 (originally $500+)

Kenneth Cole Earrings - $11 (originally $30)

Watch - $59

Ring - $40

TOTAL - $284

Not bad considering I would have paid more, originally, for either the tuxedo jacket or the shoes.

I LOVE these shoes with a capital L but I don't wear them often. They kill my feet.  The classic example of comfort being all about how shoes fit your feet.  They don't fit my arch so I feel like I'm standing on the ball of my foot all night. I added some padding but it didn't help much. I still love them.