Thursday, March 17, 2011

Speakeasy

Top: Courtesy of 81 Poppies // Skirt: Courtesy of 81 Poppies // Shoes: Steve Madden, courtesy of Lulu's // Necklace: Forever 21, $8

I'm going a little out of order here, but this is what I wore for the actual day of the panels. I had the pleasure of being dressed by Michelle, the lovely and talented Austin designer behind 81 Poppies. These pieces from her spring collection are delightfully delicate and demure (especially when paired with these too cute bow heels), but there are also plenty of pops of bold color and dynamic pattern in the mix as well.


Finding a cute outfit was only half the battle; I was also enlisted to speak on the longevity panel! I wasn't thrilled about my contribution to the discussion, but in front of such a friendly, supportive audience, I felt more at ease than expected. Thank you, Kyla, for taking these outfit photos!


I spoke alongside Kyla and Jennine Jacob of the Coveted and IFB fame, who also delivered the inspiring keynote. Though I was a bit starstruck, she was very genuine and super nice in person. As for the rest of the speakers, it was fascinating to hear everyone's points of view and to pick up bits of widsom from a knowledgable bunch of bloggers and businesswomen.

Thank you, Suze, for the picture!
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23 comments:

  1. CandaceMarch 17, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Congrats on your speaking engagement! I really love those shoes.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    I loved your outfit on panel day! And no problem for the photos :) I hoped you guys would find them useful!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    You should be proud of what you contributed to the panel, Katy! I found it really refreshing to hear that you only post blogs a few times a week. :)

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  4. [SMASH]March 17, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Wow, how pretty & sweet. Grey & pink are always so gorgeous together. Gold star for the bold lip color, also. <3

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  5. Miss MinikMarch 17, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    i love your outfit! the colours look great together!! and your shoes are adorable ♥

    http://msminik.blogspot.com/

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  6. ChauceeMarch 17, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    What a weekend! And those shoes are just darling. Love the bows.

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  7. ToriMarch 17, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    I am such a fan of this outfit! Love the lace and that color looks great on you!!


    www.mythriftychic.blogspot.com

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  8. UnknownMarch 17, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Wow that is a fab outfit it looks divine with your hair, glasses and lipstick! Also I like that it still feels very you because of that necklace!
    xxx

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  9. The Semi SweetMarch 17, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    You and your hair are simply gorgeous!!! I wish I could've heard the panel discussion. It sounds like it was pretty awesome:)

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  10. RebeccaMarch 17, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I don't know where to begin! The shirt, the skirt, the SHOES! Total perfection. I would have loved to hear that panel discussion. You look gorgeous!

    Coffee & Inspiration

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  11. Jessie @ Style and PepperMarch 17, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    you LOOKED and SOUNDED fabulous, my darling!

    also, your hair looks amazing in the pics from last weekend... it always looks great, but i think your cut is still super-cute even as it has grown out just a tad. :)

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  12. ChristineMarch 17, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Wow... just wow! You look so elegant and beautiful! I love the way you styled that skirt. I have a lace one that has had me stumped for a long time!
    http://work-it-blog.blogspot.com/

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  13. WangariMarch 18, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I absolutely adore this outfit, pink and grey (and brown) are such a great colour combination.

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  14. jenloveskevMarch 18, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Ahhh I wish we got to hang out more at the conference. It was so busy all weekend. :( I so, so, so loved meeting you. Your personality is contagious. I loved it!! So fun! Let me just say you looked fabulous all weekend long. Every time I saw you I was like that is the best outfit ever! Hope we can meet again soon. Happy Weekend my friend!

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  15. LearningMarch 18, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    That's so cool you got to speak on a panel at the conference! I'm sure it was a lovely time ;). You were dressed in such adorable pieces too!

    - Angela

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  16. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Thanks Katy for representing 81 Poppies so well!! I would love to dress you again! xoxo

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  17. FashilyMarch 18, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    That looks like so much fun! I am loving the outfit, I have to say that I have an obsession with that necklace, Ive gone to F21 looking specifically for it! Congrats on your speaking panel, well deserved.:)

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  18. AnonymousMarch 20, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Katy - It was an absolute pleasure meeting you last weekend. You were so composed and simply goregous during your panel!!
    P.S. still in love with those funky nails :)

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  19. LexieMarch 22, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    this is such a great look! i love the color pallet.

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  20. CMarch 22, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Oh Katy, I LOVE this. The neutral color palette is just perfect, and you look classy and grown-up - just right for a panel speaker. :)

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  21. MollyMarch 24, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    Your outfit is spectacular!

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  22. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    I loved this outfit in person and it's just as good on the internets! You look professional and super chic, but in a very NOT boring way. :)

    It was nice to (briefly) meet you at TxSCC. You were great on the panel!

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  23. Lindsey A. TurnerMarch 25, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    I love this outfit!!! I am going to have to check out 81 poppies!

    Lindsey Turner
    Http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com

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