Last week I had the honor of being invited to preview Spring 2013 collections of about 30 brands — such as Twenty8Twelve, Mara Hoffman, Milly, Myne, Wren — at the Cooper Design Space in LA’s fashion district. A group of fashion bloggers…and me…were asked to come into the showroom, pick out pieces to style an outfit, wear that outfit, and get our photo taken. This photo would be then blown up to 7′ tall (!) and displayed in the lobby of the Cooper building next to our pieces.
Needless to say, I was not entirely sure I’d be up to the challenge — me? Stylist? Fashion blogger?! I felt completely unprepared and had no idea what to expect. It was intimidating to say the least. Thankfully, everyone was super nice and now I have new blogs to follow: Sydne Style, Damsel In Dior, Reyal Fashion, That’s Chic and Could I Have That? (all total naturals, of course!).
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Here’s how it went down:
Step 1: Peruse the collections…grab some options…
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Step 2: Finalize the pieces…I was digging the pattern on pattern…
Addison / Whetherly / Twenty8Twelve (pants & jacket)
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Step 3: Model that outfit yourself!
(My first thought: whyyyy didn’t I look at Pinterest for pose ideas???)
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The showroom is massive with racks and racks of lustworthy clothes! I’m such a fan of boutique brands, it was tough to pick just a few pieces. But I knew the look I wanted (my go-to look, above) and I knew that I really wanted a Twenty8Twelve piece in there somewhere (the jacket! I want!). We also had to bring our own shoes & accessories so you kinda had to work with what you brought.
It was such a fun experience and I’m so glad I didn’t chicken out! Much love for Chelsea for inviting me in the first place — she is just the sweetest and I’m thrilled I got to meet her.
Lesson learned: what may totally terrify you could actually turn out to be a ton of fun.
You are adorable Erika! What a fun event!
I’m in that building all the time! I can’t wait to check this out! That is so cool, congrats!!
Erika you look beautiful! I love the outfit you picked – especially that jacket! Sounds like it was a fun event.
Wow such a beautfiul outfit.
i love the pants
xx
Nina
berries and passion
You look awesome. I love the pants, your smile, and that you went for it! Yay! xo
Beautiful outfit! And lucky you to have been invited by all these great brands :)
I’m a big fan of the Milly’s collections so I wish I could be there too ?
you are too cute for words!
you look incredible! i love the outfit you picked out.
Love this outfit, you look amazing Erika! I want those pants!
I cannot get over how stunning you are, every photo I have seen lately has just been so pretty!! You look great here as always, and it sounds like an awesome event
What a fab opportunity! Love the look that you put together, it’s so chic and modern just like you!
Amaaaaazing!!! You look so cute and I love your poses. The outfit is so cute!!!
you did a good job and a good moral to story. not to mention, things that generally scare you, should be the exact things you try.
SO fun! You’re gorgeous and I want to copy your outfit!
You look like a professional model!! So cute and love your outfit. Good job!
You are so beautiful!!!
If I had a gorgeous bod like yours I would be blogging pics of myself every day! Great job!
xoxo -e (modern24seven)
Great opportunity, great picks and you look stunning mama! Please do a post on your workout and diet skinny minnie : )
umm you look amazing in that outfit girl! Glad you enjoyed it. Looking forward to more!
xo
Natalie
dishesrunwaysandbriefcases.blogspot.com
You look fantastic!
Maybe you’ve found a new calling as a fashion blogger! :)
ummm you are a friken model, lady!!! love what you put together!!! So fabulous!
What a fun event! The outfit is perfect and you did a great job with the pose!!
Erika!!! You look absolutely gorgeous and I loooooove your outfit! It’s so exciting that you were able to do that :)
Love your outfit choice, you look fab! :) Now I need that Addison top!
I LOVE what you chose, especially the whole pattern on pattern. The jeans are insane! LOVE them!
omg Erika!! You look stunning! I LOVE your outfit!
You look gorgeous! Those patterned pants are awesomel
You seriously look SO gorgeous!!! Love love love that top photo!!
xxLily
goldandgray.com
Erika- you’re a total natural! How cute! I’m obsessed with those pants. What a fun event…I need to go adventure into LA fashion district. Went to the flower district last week and loved it. Have a great weekend!
Congratulations — how fabulous! And you look beautiful! Love those skinny jeans. :)