Recap:CapFabb Blogger Meetup at Urban Chic

This past Tuesday, I attended another CapFabb Meetup. This time at Urban Chic in Georgetown. Attendees sipped wine, and endulged in a great selection of cheese, crackers and fruit, (got to keep it light lol) while chatting and networking with fellow bloggers. I ran into a bunch of familiar faces, and also met some new ladies. Not a large turn out this time around, but I had a good time none the less. Per usual I have a number of candid style shots for you guys. Check it out..

Love Katherine of LPM's bright yellow clutch

Ashley of LPM

Neons paired with neutrals make me happy

And we can't forget the "arm parties"

One of my favorite looks that night

Don't you just love how these ladies took some of this seasons trends and made them their own? I especially love Ashley's Dip Dye Denim Jacket. Great fashions everyone.

Recap: SnobSwap Launch at Tari Boutique

Ok, so let me begin with... I LOVE MY NEW JOB. I am currently working at Tari, a wonderful Consignment boutique in Georgetown DC, and its great! I really love small businesses in comparison to the whole corporate structure. Last Thursday night I had the pleasure of working the event, getting clothing out on the floor collecting emails lol, and of course networking and doing my best to get in some great photos for your you guys to see. As usual, a bunch of bits and pieces of fits that I loved.

My awesome manager Alida. She looked super cute

Loved this Philip Lim dress

Shoe game proper I'd say lol

(Fom left to right) Alida, The owner of Tari Sari, Elise's lovely sister and cofounder of SnopSwap, Elise of SnowSwap and Mary Amons founder of Labels For Love. (Do you recognize her as one of The Real Housewives of DC?)

wearing: Thrifted blazer and belt, Silence & Noise pleated skirt, Sparkle & Fade silk button down blouse, Steve Madden shoes

Vintage Wednesday: Mila&Fire

Newnsess over at Mila&Fire, check it out HERE

Get into these mini dresses and floral prints

Stylized: Eliot Payne

*Photo via GoKateShoot.com*

Tell me about you: where are you from, how old are you?

I'm 31. Was born in a small town outside of Cleveland, but my heart
knew it found "home" when I moved to Chicago for law school.

What do you do?

I'm a patent attorney and currently work for a patent search firm.

When did you know that Fashion was something you were passionate
about?

This might sound silly, but I didn't realize it was something I
was passionate about until I started Accoutre. Prior to that, I've
been more interested in style, which is why I started making my own
bow ties... To create something individualized to suit my own style.

What has been your biggest accomplishment to date?

Graduating law school.

What advice do you have for others aspiring to do what you do?

Make sure you surround yourself with good people, friends who are
supportive. Trying to start your own business is a ton of work and
you're probably not going to sleep a lot.


Life quote: If there was one quote that summed up your view on life
what would it be?

I recently saw one that I think is perfect,  by Neale Donald Walsh:
"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone."

How can we stay connected with you?

I'm a big fan of twitter, @eliotpayne. Accoutre: @AccoutreMe,
www.Facebook.com/Accoutre, www.AccoutreMe.tumblr.com, and the store
http://Accoutre.me.

What I Wore: To the Washington Ballet

You guys know I don't normally do personal style photos but... This past Thursday, I had the pleasure of attended my very first Ballet. Thanks to the wonderful Marshall over at The President Wears Prada I won tickets to see the Washington Ballet's Alice in Wonderland, and it was amazing! Check out what I wore

 

I've really been feeling cobalt blue lately

Dress: Kimchi Blue Shoes: Steve Madden, Bag: Vintage, Belt: Thrifted, Jacket: Silence&Noise

Fashion: Through my Instagram

The second installment of this ongoing series

Photo shoots, fabric store visits, and the like..

Be Inspired

By the skirts

 Pleats, stripes, fringe and so much more