I LOVE MY SHOES

Myself on the Left and Gloria on the Right

So this weekend, my friends and myself decided we'd go all out. So we went partying on Saturday and Sunday, did bottle service both days and destroyed our feet in heels. Surprisingly, the shoes I'm wearing in these photos are one of the most comfortable pairs I own and I absolutely love them. Just in case you're wondering, these photos were taken at a intimate party called Sunday's Best which was thrown by my friend Kay (thanks for the photos).

Kay and I

Nay, Kay, Gloria, and I

I'll have photos of Saturday up soon!

BTW I did celebrate V-Day but not on Sunday (I worked all day).

I'll give you some more info next time.

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Well Dressed Women

Not much to say except I love the outfits all of these women are wearing, some are extravagant and others are simple. A few of the girls are well renowned for their fashion sense and if you follow my blog you'll spot one of my favourite style icons, Anna Dello Russo. Keep an eye out for future posts, two of these girls will be my next Woman of Style.

This will probably be my last post till I get into Egypt. I'll try and post as soon as I land with some photos.
xox,

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