Fashion Friday Gets Fab!

Awhile back, I was featured by fellow Fitfluential Ambassador Rachel of Running Rachel on her blog’s Fitspiration Friday feature! Thank you for selecting me, Rachel!

Okay, so regarding the title…Fashion Friday is ALWAYS fab. I know. But a) it’s been awhile since I’ve done a Fashion Friday, and b) last night I felt so very fabulous and have extra fabulous professionally taken photos to include in today’s post! Let me explain.

Photo credit to Sean Fowler of CT.com!

My Dress, Ring: Forever 21

My Watch: Michael Kors

Kelly’s Dress: Marshall’s!

Last night was the 3rd Anniversary Party for one of my favorite places in CT to get a unique cocktail - Cuvee, located in West Hartford’s Blueback Square. I mentioned the party and their contest to win access to its VIP portion in previous posts. And my friend Kat was able to score me a guest pass for my friend Kelly and I to attend that VIP portion - papa-razziiii!

See all that? FREE.

We sipped complimentary chutes of both Chardonnay and Rose champagnes, and munched on delicious passed apps like Pulled Pork Crostini, Thai Shrimp Skewers, Veggies & Homemade Hummus, CHEESE A-PLENTY, and Mozz-Stuffed Meatballs! The latter were, to put it simply, mind-boggling good.

My drink at left (Sailor Over a Barrel – Max’s Own Cask Aged with Sailor Jerry’s Rum, Domaine de Canton, Sweet Vermouth) and Kelly’s Peach Kicker (Ciroc Peach, Jeramiah Weed Sweet Tea Vodka, Jalapeno, Lime, Agave, Lemonade) in the mason jar!

After a little over an hour at Cuvee we decided we needed to do what we do best – restaurant hop – since it was our last night together before Kelly moves to MA! We tried to hit up Bartaco but unfortunately it was too packed, so we opted to sit outside at a Max Restaurant Group establishment I’ve been dying to try, Max’s Oyster Bar (also home of Chef Scott Miller from my recent Chef to Farm experience!). The above cocktails did not disappoint! My drink may have been small and it may have been simple (and $13), but it was also extremely delicious and smooth. I love me some high-quality liquor. When it’s the good stuff, the extra additions are not needed!

A warm, crusty wheat roll and my salad of greens, goat cheese, Brussels sprouts, apple, and pancetta!

I only wish I’d been more hungry so I could’ve ordered a fabulous dinner entree! Next time…because Max’s Oyster Bar has certainly now moved higher up on my to-do list, even after I’ve already “done” it. That says a lot right?! But the above salad was mind-blowingly wonderful and Kelly’s Blackened Tuna Tacos were so fresh I could taste it. I’m very grateful to her for letting me steal one :-D What a fun last night of activities to spend together!

Photo credit to Sean Fowler of CT.com!

Shoes: DSW

And now onto the remainder of your regular Fashion Friday programming…

Cardigan, Pants: Urban Outfitters

Top: Hollister

Shoes: PacSun Outlet

Selfies FTW.

Watch: NYC flea market

Headband: H&M

Cardigan: Forever 21

Top: Express

Watch: NYC flea market

Jeggings: American Eagle

Shoes: Steve Madden

Before dinner with my grandma at J. Gilbert’s!

Dress, Bracelet: Forever 21

Watch: gift from grandpa

Shoes: Steve Madden

Have a great long weekend, everyone!

Which outfit is your favorite?

Have you ever gotten to be “VIP” at an event?

37 Responses to "Fashion Friday Gets Fab!"

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  1. robfiasco

    August 31, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    i’m VIP at every event I attend. Unfortunately, I’m the only one that realizes it. :(

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    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 4:44 pm

      LOL a) you would be first to comment on this and b) as long as you think you’re VIP that’s all that matters :D

      Reply
      • robfiasco

        September 1, 2012 at 11:45 am

        of course i’m first on Fashion Friday. I’d been hitting refresh on your blog all day just waiting!

        okay, not really…but you can tell how bored I was at work :)

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        • Caitlin

          September 2, 2012 at 11:27 am

          Ummm story of my LIFE

          Reply
  2. Steph's Miles

    August 31, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    I think I’ve gone to a few movie premieres before the movie was released with the press in attendance. That feels pretty VIP to me! :)

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    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 9:16 pm

      I totally agree, I have never been able to do that!

      Reply
  3. betterwithsprinklesblog

    August 31, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    Love that lacy dress in the last picture – so cute! I love Forever 21 dresses :-)

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    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 6:00 pm

      Their price is oh so right!

      Reply
  4. Danielle @ Clean Food Creative Fitness

    August 31, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    Love all the fashion!!! That’s so cool that you got to be VIP!!! I love your outfit for the red carpet too! so fancy ;)

    Reply
    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 6:00 pm

      Thanks Danielle! F21 does a good job of making cheap look good

      Reply
  5. Lyndsay @ Thinspiration

    August 31, 2012 at 5:03 pm

    Your first shoes featured from DSW…are those Aerosoles by chance??

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    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 5:59 pm

      No sorry! I dont recall the exact brand but know its not aerosoles

      Reply
      • Lyndsay @ Thinspiration

        September 2, 2012 at 4:05 pm

        Haha…they look EXACTLY like a shoe we sold at our store. Figured I should at least ask. Cute shoes still!!

        Reply
  6. Meredith @ DareYouTo

    August 31, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    So fancy and glamorous!! (You’d never know it was from Forever! Great finds)

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    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 5:56 pm

      Thanks girl. Wouldn’t be surprised if I start seeing you blog about being VIP at NYC events ;)

      Reply
  7. kcrean88

    August 31, 2012 at 6:06 pm

    you are so adorable, I want all your clothes!

    Reply
  8. Erica @ For the Sake of Cake

    August 31, 2012 at 7:08 pm

    I love the black lace dress… very cute!

    Reply
  9. Amanda @ Let Me Be What's Underneath

    August 31, 2012 at 7:17 pm

    Love your last outfit–you look so classicly beautiful! Have a great weekend Cait! :)

    Reply
    • Caitlin

      August 31, 2012 at 9:16 pm

      Thank you lovely!!

      Reply
  10. GOtheXtraMile

    August 31, 2012 at 7:57 pm

    You look gorgeous!!!

    Reply
  11. Rachel @RunningRachel

    August 31, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    Yay! Thanks for the shout out! :)

    Reply
  12. Krystal@coffeecardiogoddess

    September 1, 2012 at 1:14 am

    I just bought that first black dress to wear to my sister in laws bachelorette party! I love it! So cute. Gotta love Forever 21

    Reply
  13. Linz

    September 1, 2012 at 8:56 am

    I love your Forever 21 dress – so gorgeous!!

    Reply
  14. onehealthymunchkin

    September 1, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    I love the dress you wore to the event – it looks so classy!

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    • Caitlin

      September 2, 2012 at 11:27 am

      Thanks Chelsea! That is exactly what I was going for so yay!

      Reply
  15. Lisa

    September 1, 2012 at 2:55 pm

    I like all the outfits, but I’m a sucker for getting dressed up so I think I have to choose the first one!

    The salad looks amazing too—I love when all those flavors and textures are mixed together!

    Reply
  16. Meg

    September 1, 2012 at 7:33 pm

    LAST OUTFIT = FAVOURITE!!!!!!! HOTTIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay for fashion Friday :) You KNOW how much I love them. I also love the sounds of that b sprout dish! YUM. I’ll be doing that. I promise ;)

    Reply
    • Caitlin

      September 2, 2012 at 11:28 am

      Please make it and give me a recipe, girly! I’d love to make it at home!

      Reply
  17. Sara @ Nourish and Flourish

    September 2, 2012 at 3:01 am

    Girl, you’re glowing!! What a fun night—you and Kelly rocked that red carpet! How fun that you were able to have professional photos taken too. :) The goat cheese, pancetta and Brussels sprouts dish you enjoyed at Max’s sounds like a dream; I’ve never tried pairing cheese with my sprouts, but I’m officially intrigued, and definitely making that happen soon. <3

    I'm in love with your outfits in this post, especially the last one! Forever 21 has the best dresses, no?

    Hope you're having a lovely long weekend! Hugs! xoxo <3

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    • Caitlin

      September 2, 2012 at 11:29 am

      I love your appreciation for new foodie flavor pairings. You are such an adventurous foodie like myself, I can tell :) yes F21 is the best for dresses. I often buy them when I find them so when an occasion pops up, I’m prepared. When the dresses are that cheap, I think that’s OK! In fact both F21 dresses in this post were bought in that “manner” and when times to wear them popped up I was ready to go. <3 you and have a fun weekend too!

      Reply
  18. Lisa

    September 2, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    LOVE the outfits! I’ve never had the chance to go to a VIP event. Sounds like a ton of fun though!
    Ohhh the goat cheese with brussels sound like such an awesome pairing! Yum
    And I adore the last picture of the dress, you’re a class act.

    Reply
    • Caitlin

      September 2, 2012 at 3:35 pm

      You will as you become a star local blogger, Lisa!! ;) and thanks for the compliment it means a lot since you always look so classy!

      Reply
  19. kristyshealthrevolution

    September 4, 2012 at 9:27 am

    I have that dress! I love it!!

    Reply
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