Happy Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day by ubetterwork featuring a flat cap

Today, I would like to take the opportunity to thank all our military personnel, past and present. Thank you for fighting, and continuing to fight, for our freedom. All that you have sacrificed has not been in vain. I appreciate you! I salute you! I thank you!

Side note: Went to an amazing photo shoot today, I can't wait to share with you guys.

Happy Memorial Day!

Jacksonville Urban League

This was a wonderful event that benefited knots4kids and JUL Head Start, held at the ultra-fabulous One Ocean Resort Hotel. Cocktail attire was the requirement and these ladies delivered with their own uniqueness. Gone are the days of plain black cocktail dresses; today it's about adding colors and accessorizing.

Local business owner Nereida Herring and Fiechia Crosby enjoying the mixer.

On Nereida: Fitted black dress with flower- patterned detailing.

On Fiechia: Sexy little red number, with black accessories.

Side Note: Nereida is a zumba instructor and it shows.

Nereida Herring and Monica Roberts

The always fierce Monica is wearing a curve-hugging black cocktail dress. Notice the beautiful stone embellishments at the neckline - that added bling is what makes this dress stand-out.

 

       Showstopper, Christina Robinson.



 Necklace: Macy's

Blouse: Forever 21

Skirt: Express

Shoes: Jessica Simpson

Clutch: Target

I loved the color choices here - bright blue blouse with the pink skirt  - then to top it off, the candy apple red Jessica Simpson heels. Overall, fabulous!

For more fashion pictures from this event, check out: 904happyhour

                                                                                    

                                                                                           

Amy's Closet Sale

Amy Albritton, gracious and always stylish host.

Jessica Simpson heels

Guess slingback heels

Keandra Ewing, originally from Dallas, TX is a singer and songwriter. She currently works with Inner-city youths and is "passionate about helping them become all that God has created them to be".

 Unique necklaces by a once local fashion designer:

Small Dooney & Bourke bag

 Kathy Van Zeeland  handbag

 Betsey Johnson handbag

Guess handbag

                                                                    

        Kathy Van Zeeland. I love this bag.

We all had such a fun time rummaging through Amy's closet. She has such a wonderful collection of stylish pieces and designer brands. Tons of unique necklaces, bags, clothes and shoes to choose from. I'm sure all the other ladies will agree with me when I say: let us know when you are ready to purge your closet again :)

Endo Exo

Endo Exo, located in Jacksonville, FL has been revamped. I haven't been in years until just recently...new owners are awesome! Went to support a local band called The Katz Downstairz. Take a listen:

"I'm with the band" 

The drummer for The Katz Downstairz, Don Green

The outdoor seating is great for socializing and listening to the live band. The DJ inside mixes it up with reggae, hip hop and old school.

Avanta Williams, former model - should change her status to current model - is working this dress.

 BCBG one arm dress; Color: Fuchsia

Accessories: Topshop.com (NYC)

                              

 Strike a pose!                                                                                                                                          

                                                                                                      

Fiechia Crosby and Monica Roberts 

take a pic with the co-owner, Troy.

                                      Tony, local barber, out to support the band

Shoes: Jessica Simpson
                                 

Necklace: Givenchy

These ladies are always fierce!

Photo of Avanta Williams was provided by Marlen Adams