Bloggers who brunch

Last June the style bloggers of Connecticut got organized enough to arrange a meetup, and even though we insisted we'd do it again soon, here we are in the last week of February. But at least it happened!
blogger meetup
I got to join the lovely Megan, Courtney and Christine for breakfast nachos, eggs benedict, and mimosas - so yummy!

Brunch gift from christine
Christine was super sweet and surprised us all with personalized gifts (even personalized gift bags) with our blog logos. If you think that owl is cute, you must go check out her etsy shop!

Next we headed over to the beach for some outfit photos, even though the wind was strong and the cold was brutal - and we almost lost Meg's camera to the beach sand (a terrible fate I know all too well) - we still managed to get some fabulous outfit photos, while maintaining the veneer that it was actually a pleasant warm day at the beach, and that sand was not being blown into our faces.
beach.jpg Courtney + Christine.jpgMeg-14.jpg blogger meetup

Even more fabulousness after the jump!

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Meg's Rundown
Jeans Free People - Sweater Tahari - Wedges R2 - Bag Chanel- Bracelets c/o 31 Bits - Watch Michael Kors

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Courtney's Rundown
Shorts H&M - Tights Target - Top ModCloth - Cardigan Urban Outfitters - Boots Aldo - Cuffs Forever 21 - Jacket Urban Outfitters - Bag Urban Outfitters

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Christine's Rundown
 Coat American Eagle - Cardigan Banana Republic -Blouse BCBG - Jeans Forever 21 - Boots Rosegold via MarshallsBag H&M - Scarf Thrifted - Sunglasses Gift

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My Rundown
Striped Top Old Navy - Coral Jeans TJ Maxx - Moto Jacket Express - Booties Madden Girl Virtual - Clutch Zara - Turquoise Bracelets Towne & Reese - Rhinestone Bracelet Taken for Granite Similar - Antler Ring House of Harlow - Necklace Kie & Kate - Earrings c/o Anjolee - Sunnies Halston - Watch and Ring The Cavernous Jewelry Box - Nail Color Essie Turquoise and Caicos

And then, we finally went shopping!
First we headed to Plato's Closet, because Meg and I had never been. There were a few things which piqued my interest, including a pair of Hunter rain boots for $30. Ultimately I decided to pass because they were bright yellow. Not that I have anything against bright yellow, but I just wasn't sure I wanted it in a rain boot. It's like when I made the mistake of buying bright red patent pumps and was continually called Dorothy.

We then continued on to Marshall's, and while the others found some lovely treasures, I still remained empty handed. (But no worries, I did manage to spend the rest of my February budget today.)
Christine's Stripes                                    Courtney's Sparkle
blazer at marshalls
Megan's $15 Boots                           Blazer I wanted in white

Thanks for the fabulous day ladies!

If you want to know what went down last June...

39 comments

  1. Yay, looks like you ladies had a blast! Brunch + shopping sounds like the perfect weekend activity and all of you guys look fabulous in your colorful winter gear :)

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  2. wow looks like a lot of fun! i wish i could get together with other bloggers in my area! that would be a dream!

    http://sarassweetstyle.blogspot.com/

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  3. Mimosas and bloggers...It doesn't get much better than that!

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  4. that sounds like so much fun!! I would love to meet up with some others from my area, no luck yet!! xx

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  5. Wow, how fun!! I wish I could do that with local bloggers near me :)


    www.mythriftychic.com

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  6. How sweet of her to give everyone gifts. Bloggers truly are good friends to have

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  7. What a fun day! How thoughtful to give gifts! Great pictures!


    www.wayoutsidelookingin.blogspot.com

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  8. Aw this is SUCH a cute idea and looks like so much fun! I didn't know you lived in CT - might be moving there, so it's nice to know there's a nice little group of style bloggers :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  9. How fun! All of you look lovely and the beach photos are great :)

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  10. Woohooo for fun! :D Only took us 7 months since the last one
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/ ;)

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  11. Sounds like you had a blast. Meeting up is a must for bloggers we should share the encouragement and limelight. Great post!

    www.living-thesuite-life.blogspot.com

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  12. What an awesome post!! Just beautiful. It was such a wonderful day, we should do that again :)

    Xoxo
    Christine

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  13. Awww looks like you had fuuuun!~ and you all look so very wonderful. I'm glad that it was a lovely day for you all and that no sand invaded your face ;) because we know it's been quit windy lately!~

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  14. It looks like you had a great time!

    p.s. Random question - what tripod do you use and do you recommend it?

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  15. I had a seriously awesome time!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  16. Ooooooooh be careful of that wind!!!! Glad you got to have so much fun! I can't believe she made those personalized gifts!!! So fun and cute and thoughtful! You all look beautiful!

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  17. How fantastic to see you ladies together! I love Meg so much she's the sweetest! And the little gifts from Christine were such a lovely gesture!

    Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

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  18. That looks like fun. And freezing. And now I'm hungry.

    xo,
    Tracy

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  19. Gorgeous. Nobody bruch around me, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  20. My first blogger meet-up eludes me though I've been added to a local mailing list now. Would love to have bloggers to drink mimosas with. I love the cup holder she made.

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  21. What a great day! So nice you could be at the beach.

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  22. what a lovely bunch of ladies :) sounds like a fun time. I wish I lived closer to you guys (and wasnt so terrified of driving on the highway) so I could hang. Oh well, I will live vicariously through these photos.

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  23. Oh man, it must be so nice to have a network of blogger friends to take your pics. I'm usually begging my husband, sister, a work colleague, and today I had to ask a total stranger on the street because I didn't have alternative. I think it's time to buy a tripod and a remote control and regain some dignity. ;)

    xoxo
    http://natashafatah.blogspot.com/

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  24. EEP so cute! this makes me want to gooooo! you all look excellent!

    xoxo

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  25. Oh my you're coral jeans are adorable. I wonder if they make a pair like those in maternity sizes (sigh). I love blogger get togethers - it's so nice having that outlet that my FIRL don't totally get.

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  26. Well... at least it was sunny? And you've got a nice, clean beach and coastline. I love blogger meetups! I want to have a bloggers who brunch. That sounds like the best idea ever.

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  27. Awe, blogger dates are always so much fun! Looks like you ladies had a blast.

    xo,
    Hannah
    www.chillairandperfume.blogspot.com

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  28. omg!! what a fun outing! i am in love with your outfit btw -- everything about it is seriously perfect!! xo


    http://dressedupallligators.blogspot.com/

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  29. What a fun day :) For one of my first blogger meetups, we went to the beach and went shopping also. So much fun. I love your outfit- the pink pants and necklace especially!

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  30. Blogger meet-ups are such a fun event-jealous you met Courtney, she's great and how adorable are those handcrafted gifts! I love your ensemble- that necklace is stunning!

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  31. SO awesome...bubbly an bloggers! Love that colored denim!

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  32. That was super cool! I love to see Bloggers get together and connect. Great food, company and fun! I love the personalized items.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  33. this is amazing, i love all these looks! looks like so much fun.

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  34. omg! what a fun gathering and such a sweet gift!

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  35. A very cute idea and post!
    TJ Maxx is one of my favorite stops...we just got a new one in my area that's phenomenal and has really high end stuff.
    Can I have your salmony jeans? :D
    xo
    The Fashionable ESQ

    http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

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  36. oh my goodness, where did you get that necklace!? I have the same exact one, and I got it from the Art Center where I work! So crazy :) I love it so much.

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