MVL + Muse Boutique Atlanta

Atlanta August 25, 2013

By Katrice

On Saturday, I hosted a shopping soiree at the beautiful Muse Boutique Atlanta and invited a few friends of MVL to mingle, eat and of course enjoy the store's lovely apparel and accessories. Shoppers received a 15% discount off their purchases of summer clearance and newly added fall transitional pieces. So much to choose from! If you haven't shopped Muse yet, you're missing out!

Chevelle Lott of Humble Sunflower greeting cards

Eboni Hudson of The Fashionista Next Door and boutique owner Sacha Jo Creamer

Stephanie Allen, one of my favorite Stella & Dot independent stylists

Loved this floral and lace blouse by ArynK so much I had to have it

Ikeda Williams

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C. Wonder{ful} in Atlanta

#VZWA August 24, 2012

By Katrice

I enjoyed the spoils of early access to C. Wonder at Lenox Mall in Atlanta on Thursday as the store opened the doors of it's first location in the south to select media. And my first experience with the brand was absolutely kid in a candy store delectable. My shopping hiatus countdown has taken on new fervor.

From apparel to accessories, home décor to personal electronics, and a myriad of unusual gifts in every category, each and every product is designed to reflect and enhance all elements of a woman’s life. C. Wonder blends classic designs with refreshing twists, whimsical prints and an unlimited dose of breathtaking colors. I couldn't help but feel like I'd stepped into a Kate Spade boutique — an affect synonymous with throwing caution and your shopping budget to the wind. Animal prints, paisleys, stripes, monograms, eye-catching solids, polka dots ... everything a girl loves. I chatted with a store associate who assured me that this brilliance is year-round. Colors and {for the south} layering pieces, essentials in our mild climate, will be a mainstay.

Amy Shecter, president of the company, believes this, in fact, is what C. Wonder does best.

"We created C. Wonder to appeal to a wide range of women — those that are shopping for themselves or looking for a gift or both. We are a one-stop retail destination for her," she says.

And what the Atlanta woman is looking for has already been noted: "Our jewelry, colored skinny jeans, silk blouses, nylon pouches that can be monogrammed and our decorative pillows have all been flying off the shelves at our Atlanta location."

For fall, we can expect an abundance of sweaters, and some of the brand's favorite fall knits like Intarsia Sweaters and a striped turtleneck, Shecter dishes. In outerwear, be on the lookout for a coat with a fabulous faux fur collar.

According to the brand, the average C. Wonder product is under $40. Of the pieces that I cataloged on a mental {and pictorial} wish list, the prices ranged between $30 {colored stud earrings} and $80 {a hot pink iPad case with a keyboard}. Not bad at all.

{Brunch. Easily the best parfait I've ever tasted. I'll be attempting to recreate.}

And so, a pictorial {and video, thanks to my trusty Droid Incredible} tour of everything I'll be back for.

More C. Wonder goodness here.

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You're Invited to The MVL Social!!

Atlanta January 24, 2012

By Katrice

I've been so busy that I haven't had time to wish my blog a Happy 2nd Birthday!!

But, not too busy to plan a special event to commemorate the occasion. I hope that you will join me on Feb. 23rd at 6:30 p.m. for The MVL Social. Come out for a couple hours to the free soiree, sponsored by Atlanta Tribune, Shea Moisture, Beautiful Textures, Color Me Beautiful and Avon, and enjoy light fare, music, mingling and even a few surprises at the beautiful LOFT at Castleberry Hill. I'm looking for you {and your guests} to be there! Click the banner to RSVP and tell a friend.

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{Quickie} Sachin + Babi Trunkshow

Atlanta October 22, 2011

By Katrice

Thank you to Sachin + Babi for the invite to Friday's trunk show and party at Tootsies {Atlanta}. The design duo, Sachin and Babi Ahluwalia, have spent the past few months canvassing the country offering their customers a first-hand look, feel and shop of their 2012 offerings.

A model wearing Sachin + Babi Resort 2012

I was drawn to the navy dresses

Babi Ahluwalia and me

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The Best of Atlanta

Atlanta January 30, 2010

By Katrice

I got all dolled up for one of Atlanta's biggest events of the year this afternoon, The 18th Annual Trumpet Awards Show. If you want to see and be seen, it's definitely the place to be.

Target Limited Edition Marilyn Halter Dress

As soon as I saw this dress, I knew it was the one. Not your typical "Little Black Dress," but fun and feminine. My favorite combination. I even tried something different with my natural -- a two-strand twistout pinned up. (I got a lot of compliments.)

Great seats in the balcony

Tammy and I

Host Malcolm Jamal Warner

Kevon Edmonds

A full length shot

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A RARE moment

Atlanta January 17, 2010

By Katrice

I love soul food. The only thing better is soul food -- tapas style. And one of my favorite restaurants, Rare, had their Grand Re-Opening last night. Yayyy! Allison and I couldn't wait to get there to see what was new on the menu and enjoy one of the coolest spots in town -- despite the rain. And it didn't disappoint. If you've been before, you'll be glad to know that they've maintained the same decor of rich romantic colors, eccentric black art and cool lighting. One thing I missed before (because of the hum of voices in the jam packed cafe portion), that made me nearly giddy this time, was the music. It was perfect for chilling out. The food was heavenly -- we chowed on Lobster Mac 'n Cheese, Chicken and Waffles and Fried Shrimp Cocktail Two Ways with Grilled Pineapple and Lime-Cilantro Cocktail Sauce. Wow!

If you're not from Atlanta, it's definitely a destination for your next visit.