VISITING THE 9/11 MEMORIAL

(Madewell t-shirt, shorts from Forever 21- similar, Madden Girl sandals, Danielle Nicole bag, Michael Kors watch, random sunglasses and headband) 

My weekend also involved a visit to the 9/11 Memorial. This was my first time there, and I think they have done a beautiful job with it. They have made it into a relaxing place where the friends and families of those lost on 9/11 can go and remember them. It was definitely nice to see a little bit more of the city I call my home.

RED LIPS + TOP KNOT

(Express blazer- similar, shirt from Madewell, necklace from Rugged Wearhouse, other thrifted jewelry)

After a long relaxing weekend, Monday came too soon. Time to start another work week. My roommate left me this past weekend to go visit her family in Maryland (yes, it happens to be her home too). Of course there was a bit of jealousy there. A part of me wanted to jump on the bus with her. I had to pretty much force myself to stay here in order to adjust and get used to being away from where I was once comfortable. It was a good choice though! My Saturday was spent walking through Central Park with coffee in hand, enjoying time away from the tall buildings and congested streets. The rest of the weekend was spent trying to be productive by doing laundry and a little bit of grocery shopping. I was also very happy to visit a church here- one that seems like the perfect place for me. And how about this gorgeous weather? Let's hope it is here to stay!

P.S. - This is the first time I have tried out red lipstick. I usually stick with pink cuz I never thought I could pull off the red lips. Kinda into it though. Yay for trying new things!

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REFINERY 29 X MADEWELL

(wearing: thrifted crochet tee, leather jacket from Wet Seal, Nasty Gal fishtail skirt, Simply Vera wedges, Danielle Nicole New York bag, Michael Kors rose gold watch, other random and thrifted jewelry)

Refinery 29 has finally made it to DC!! Last night was the launch party at Madewell in Georgetown. I spent it with my fabulous friend, Carrie, of Plums in the Icebox.  She introduced me to Tania of What Would a Nerd Wear and Lauren of My Closet in Sketches. I am already addicted to their blogs. You have to check them out! It was a great time of shopping and meeting new people. They even had a fun photo booth set up and we couldn't pass up getting ours taken! I, of course, was lusting after the Alexa Chung for Madewell collection. Instead, I picked up something from the sale rack. Gotta remember those bills that need to be paid! Drinks were being served and a DJ was playing. It was a great night.

So.. here is an official welcome to DC, Refinery 29! xoxo

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