I have been lucky enough to be a part of some really fun events lately! I recapped my time at The Summit conference on Monday and today I wanted to tell you about a local event I hosted before leaving for Charleston. Summer and I (we have been spending lots of time together lately, ha ha!) hosted a networking night for creatives at the Charlotte West Elm store. I have always loved their dedication to local artists and events so I jumped on the opportunity to help host this fun night!
Our thinking behind this event was to bring more local creatives together. So many “creative” jobs keep you in your own little bubble so we thought it would be fun to try to connect in our own city. I “meet” lots of virtual friends through Instagram and blogging but not a lot of people from my actual hometown. And what better place to host an event than a perfectly styled West Elm?! I literally tried to pass it as my own home most of the night 🙂
I’m especially partial to this beauty since she is my sister…
I would definitely call the night a success. We had a great turn out with a variety of careers represented from fashion bloggers to photographers to shop keepers. I met plenty of new people as well as finally meeting a few “blogging friends” in real life!
{Jamie of A Well Dressed Life}
{Cheryl of Dwell by Cheryl and Jennifer of Pure and Simple Organizing}
We are definitely toying with the idea of making this a recurring event so if you are in Charlotte keep an ear out for future announcements. And if you haven’t visited the Charlotte West Elm get your booty over there! I could literally move my clothes in and call it a day! I love every thing in that store!
All of these gorgeous photos were taken by a talented local photographer, Monique Floyd.
She was so much fun to work with, in fact most of the night I was unaware that she was even taking pictures which is always a sign of a great photographer.
She is not only a photographer but also a make up artist who specializes in portraits.
Definitely visit her site if you are interested in her services!
Claire Brody says
I want to coooooome. Boo. But I hope you have so much fun!!!
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
it looks so amazing! and some of my favorite people are there- you and summer!
Summer Hogan says
Great post and SO much fun my partner in crime!
Julia Fain says
such a fun event, thanks for hosting!!