Tuesday was my first full day in New York City, and Brittany and I didn’t want to waste a second of it. We got up early to head to the two observatory decks at the Empire State Building. It ended up being a somewhat hazy morning, but it was still an awesome view of the city and put us in the New York mindset.

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I didn’t realize that me and Brittany matched until I went through the pictures. Great minds think alike?

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Besides the view, the next best thing about going to the Empire State Building was hearing the languages of all the visitors around us.

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So you’d think being that high up in the air would mean you’d have a natural air conditioning with wind and all. Ehhh, wrong. So hot! After sweating for an hour I headed to the press event where I was very under dressed. Oops! The press event was fun though. I was able to chat briefly with the different brands that were showcasing collections or participating in the shopping event. I also got to finally meet Gabi of Gabifresh although I became a mute when I finally did meet her. I’d love to say that I can have a conversation with anyone but shyness came up a few times this past week.

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Each vendor had their own table with look books, samples of products, and models displaying new looks from their collections. I started first at the Swimsuitsforall.com table where Gabi Gregg and Kellie Brown were discussing the brand and Gabi’s collaboration. Like I said earlier, I clammed up and pretty much smiled and nodded. I hate being one of those “starstruck” girls, but it was what it was.

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Gabi and a model showing Swimsuits For All Polka Dot Bikini (similar style here)

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Me and Gabi

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Me and Kellie (the black and red version of this dress is still available at ASOS!)

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Next I visited Aimee the designer of OnOz. She is so sweet and puts so much attention into her clothing. When I show her collection, you will see a lot of detailed, intricate textiles in her items. I may also have a giveaway coming up soon for some of her pieces.

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The Skinny Billionairess also had some interesting pieces. I’ll be honest that the brand name throws me off since I am a fat chick who by no means aspires to be thin or super rich, but the brand had some cool things that went down the runway.

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Youthery Khmer and friend were serving up some fierce poses as I went around. Loved her pieces she showed on the runway, and I loved what she wore all week too.

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The sister design team behind ZMJ Denim were showcasing their flower print denim.

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Kaela Humphries was there modeling for Evans. Here she is with Margie Ashcroft who writes for Lucky Magazine.

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Rue 114

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Nakimuli

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Ashley Stewart

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Lane Bryant

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Tru Diva designer and model

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Reah Norman who styled Sonsi‘s looks for the week.

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Another sister designer team for Huudaverti with model. I bonded with the sister on the left over our love for Asheville, NC 🙂 You’ll see that these ladies love color and prints in the runway pictures.

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After the press event, I met up with Brittany, Olivia, Ben, Gaelle, Jen, Jennifer, Sam, and Aisha (not pictured) for lunch down the street. They had just come from the Curvaceous K event, which I had to meet, and we had “New York’s Best Cheesecake” while also getting New York’s Worst Service ;). It was a lunch that lasted a LONG time, but fun and full of laughter.

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From left to right: Ben, Jen, Brittany, and Olivia

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Jennifer, Sam, and Gaelle

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What I wore: Torrid Sweater, Old Navy White Tank, Old Navy Rockstar Jeans, and Target Shoes

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What do you think of the press day looks?

Next post is the Curves for a Cure event!