For my second monochromatic Thanksgiving outfit I went for the classic black and white. But this look is anything but basic thanks to my crazy Proenza Schouler printed pants!

Sweater: Everlane "The Cashmere Crop V-Neck", Printed Pants: Proenza Shouler (Yoox), Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood suede Prism pumps (NET-A-PORTER), Bag: Chanel Classic 2.55 Double Flap (Madison Avenue Couture, Necklace: Pearls & Plaid (gift from Lydia), Earrings: Mejuri 'Loop' by Jamie-Lee

Photo by Jessica Meade

Last Saturday Lydia and I attended a brunch in Wethersfield for Connecticut bloggers. It was held at Heirloom Market and organized by the lovely Nonee, who runs CT Blogger Babes. There were a little over 25 lovely ladies in attendance for a delicious meal followed by some discussions about how to best reach your blogging potential. I actually learned quite a few tips!

We left the event with goodie bags containing fun little bits and bobs like chapstick, lip gloss and an adorable burned wood spoon. I also won a $75 gift card to Pearls and Plaid in Old Saybrook. Looks like I'll be planning a weekend visit! 

The beautiful location of our brunch

Table setting! Love how I had a postcard of London at my place, perfect for me.

The gorgeous table flanked by rows of seeds for sale

Everyone getting settled in

Lydia checking out the food

Food spread!

Mini BLTs with uncured Vermont bacon, local greens, tomato, avocado and focaccia

Avocado toast with farm to hearth bread, local eggs, cucumber, radish, picked onion

Mini BLT, Avocado Toast and Fritata

Blueberry tarts

Blueberry tart and my pile of business cards!

I decided to wear my Carven Paris map print dress because I haven't worn it that much this Summer (I did bring it to Italy, though!) It will forever be one of my favorite dresses. I'm so glad I splurged on it a couple years ago, it's definitely been worth it. I also broke out my rose gold watch for a bit more glam, but the battery died so it was just for looks.

Dress: Carven Paris Map Print (Yoox | Blazer version), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Natural Selection Mini Messenger Bag' (Saks Fifth Avenue), Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon), Sunglasses: Gucci, Earrings: Mejuri, Watch c/o Movado


Finally, here are some official event photos by the lovely Jessica Meade!

Just look at that setup!

Beautiful table

Our location

Nonee welcoming everyone

Setting out the food!

Avocado Toast

Chatting

Nonee taking photos

Cheers!

Looking over each other's Instagram feeds to give tips!

I'm not in Paris, but it felt appropriate to wear my Paris map print dress by Carven while in Florence! Since we were going to be visiting churches I had to make sure my knees and shoulders were covered, hence the cardigan even though it was warm enough to go without. This was one of the busiest days of our trip, I think it clocked in as 10 miles walked on our devices. Insanity!

Dress: Carven Paris Map Print (Yoox), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athanasia' (Moda Operandi),  Sweater:Max Studio, Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Erika'

Last Sunday Lydia hosted an event at Athleta in Greenwich to help fashionable ladies get fit in style! I don't exactly work out (I take walks with my Mom when it's warm out) but I went to check out their offerings and to support her! They had quite a few cute pieces and bathing suits. But I resisted and walked out with nothing.

This is my last post for two weeks because on Sunday I'm headed off to...ITALY!!!! WOOO! I'll be back to regular posting on May 22nd, but in the meantime stay tuned to my Instagram for snaps!

Top c/o Simple Retro, Printed Pants: Proenza Schouler (Yoox), Mules: BCBGeneration 'Beverly' (Saks Off 5th at Clinton Crossing), Bag: Chanel Classic 2.55 Double Flap (Madison Avenue Couture), Sunglasses: Chanel, R2D2 Necklace c/o Kohl's

This is my attempt at making these pants work for Fall. I'm not entirely sure it worked but oh well! The fabric and bright white just don't scream Fall to me. Maybe when it's cooler I'll try it with a thick sweater to see if the contrast works better than the thin tee. 

Top: Everlane, Pants: Proenza Schouler (Yoox, also here), Ballet Flats: Chanel (Roundabout Resale), Necklaces: Marrin Costello, Gorjana & BijouLimon, Sunglasses: Ray Ban Aviator via Ditto Endless Eyewear [Use code CLOSETFASHIONENDLESSDITTO for your first month free]