Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Highlights from #GettingGorgeous 2015 in NYC + join the twitter party 7/22 at 1pm EST!

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New York City is an amazing place to be based. It keeps me super busy being based here, and the perks of living in the city that never sleeps are great, and with this month being the busiest July I can remember, I have a LOT to share, it's been challenging to find time to organize my photos and my thoughts!

Last week I attended one of my favorite annual events, Getting Gorgeous and I wanted to be sure to share the highlights with you! (Stay tuned butterflies, this recap has a little 'something-something' for YOU too!)

The team behind Getting Gorgeous did it again, and in something akin to alphabetical order, here are the brands that were in attendance:

The Backyard Food Company on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: The Backyard Food Company both awakened and delighted my taste buds!

The Backyard Food Company Rhode Island Red Hot Relish on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: I got to try the Rhode Island Red Hot Relish and the Wholly Jalapeno, hopefully this will make sense, but they were a good spicy. When I eat hot stuff whose only goal seems to be to burn off every last tastebud on your tongue, I don't like that, but The Backyard Food Company has the balance just right, yes, it is spicy, but it's a tasty spicy and it's REALLY good. I totally wish they would have been in the gift bags as I wanted more the moment I got home!


BALI Intimates on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City, bras, lingerie, one smooth U
Above: BALI Intimates displayed their latest and greatest bras and we got to select our own size and style to be shipped to us later which they did last year, I picked the same style actually, it's called one smooth U! (I have the one called 'Ultra Light Illusion Neckline') - this year's model offers a bit more side support and lift so I am looking forward to trying this one and reporting my findings back to you butterflies.

Chobani Kids on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: It's not just adults that are having all the fun with Chobani, Chobani Kids was in display, and they were thoughtful enough to provide samples in a bag that would keep them cool until we got home!

Chobani Kids on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City, butterfly decorated lunchbox
Above: We got to decorate our own lunchboxes as a keepsake and needless to say I drew a butterfly on mine!

Holland Kamp's Cocktail Caviar on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 New York City, blueberry flavor cocktail caviar
Above: Holland Kamp's Cocktail Caviar was an interesting find, on display is the blueberry flavor!

Holland Kamp's Cocktail Caviar on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 New York City, peach flavor cocktail caviar
Above: On display is the Peach variety of Cocktail Caviar - they are 'burst-able' pearls of naturally flavored spirits. Like a pearl at the bottom of a glass of wine or they can also be used as top-shelf cocktail ice as well. This would go great in a bellini in my book!

@ivanaMUA a freelance makeup artist here in NYC was offering attendees #GorgeousLips at the Galderma station at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above@ivanaMUA a freelance makeup artist here in NYC was offering attendees #GorgeousLips at the Galderma station, I had to nab a shot of her sign as I thought it was super cute, like those I see outside cafes, restaurants and wine bars here in the city!

kevita drinks lemon ginger probiotic drink


Above: KeVita Drinks was sampling their Organic Probiotic Drinks, they have been featured on our pages many times before, and this time I got a chance to try out the Lemon Ginger which I really like! (Photo Credit: Thirstydudes.com!)

Liquid Oxygen breakthrough oxygen science for Acne products at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: Liquid Oxygen offered a well presented and packaged kit which contains their breakthrough oxygen science for Acne products. Aren't the tassles on these kits just plain EVERYTHING? I can't wait to try the products but I am also putting that tassle on my favorite leather handbag for Fall that matches the color on that tassle to the tee! They also had a 'face reader' at their booth, who by looking at your face can you tell you things about yourself and your future, I have to admit I found this fascinating. I need to look for the handout she gave me after my reading, that might have to be a whole post unto itself! Things she said - like for example that I always land on my feet stood out, she says she sees me living to a very old age (past 100 YIKES!) and 'well off' financially. Hope some of that dough ray me starts rolling in SOON!

My KODAK MOMENTS App on display at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above:  With the My KODAK MOMENTS App, you can effortlessly create a real, premium-quality photo book from your favorite pictures on your favorite smart device or from Facebook. I got to experience a demo and printed out a cool picture I took while in Madison Square Park. I was actually stoked how easy the whole thing was to do, considering I never had luck when wanting to print pictures or create photo discs at the pharmacy (which I would mostly do when I'm traveling anyway, but with this I wouldn't hesitate to do it!)


Psychic Readings by Eva at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: I also stopped to have a Psychic Reading by Eva and this was INTENSE. Her line was long but I totally got why when I sat down, she hit on stuff she had no way of 'guessing'. So if you are a skeptic, have a go and give her a call, she just might surprise you. And I truly hope much like the 'face reader' that the stuff shown to her by the cards come to pass. She sees me in a relationship by Fall, with a younger man no less, TRES JUICY my friends! I will of course keep you posted butterflies!


Stokke High quality baby products and accessories at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: And while "I don't know nothing about birthing babies" (did you catch what I did there? LOL) I do know quality when I see it and was happy to see STOKKE back again this year, their products actually grow with your child which is a great investment as they won't easily outgrow the products too fast! I am just glad that none of the psychics predicted kids, don't have any, not planning on having any either!

Trollbeads allow you to create a piece of jewelry that fits your style, memories and personality.
Above: Do I spy a DIY opportunity with my one little eye? LOL So of course the word 'leather' stops me in my tracks. What is this? A create your own Bracelet station from Trollbeads!

Trollbeads allow you to create a piece of jewelry that fits your style, memories and personality. Ascending Butterfly's Trollbeads bracelet made at Getting Gorgeous 2015 in New York City
Above: I posted the final result on my instagram and you guys definitely responded positively to it! Trollbeads allow you to create a piece of jewelry that fits your style, memories and personality. Your bracelet will be as unique as YOU are and there is just something you have to dig about that! They are conversation starters that's for sure, I just wish they had brought along more color combos in my size for the leather bracelets since I tend to wear darker colors more than light ones. But I was super stoked with how it came out and got a ton of compliments on my way home.

MY TAKE:

My apologies to The Spa Chick (I didn't stop at the nail station as I tend to visit those at the end so I don't have my polish smudged while shaking hands but I didn't have time to squeeze them in.) and to the Title Sponsor Restylane Silk (they were offering lip plumping/filler treatments and since God blessed me with the perfect kisser and I also have a fear of getting needles that are NOT absolutely mission critical to my immediate health, this was NOT quite for me).

I had a great time as always, but this time the words of the two different psychics - The Face Reader and The Tarot Card Reader are all playing in my head, 'be more nurturing', 'be open to dating younger and taller' and finding myself in a long term relationship soon. I find this all both exciting and scary all at once, especially the living past 100 part. I'm not sure it's going to look cute me at 100 dating a younger man, but we'll see, maybe I make it work!

I enjoyed the variety of brands in attendance, and how no two Getting Gorgeous events are ever the same yet at the same time offering a little something for everyone!

But Wait my Friend's there is MORE!

A TWITTER PARTY TODAY AT 1pm EST!!!!

Where: Twitter
Date: Wednesday, July 22nd
Time: 1pm
Hashtag: #GettingGorgeous (I suggest following along via Hootsuite so you can see the host questions, answers, and any at replies directly to you!) - be sure to follow the hosts so they can DM you if you win. I am NOT a host or co-host so please be sure to direct all questions to the hosts who are listed below.
Hosts@Audrey McClelland and @vera sweeney

But Butterfly are there going to be goodies you ask? But of course, sponsors include: @TrollTweetsUS, @KeVitaDrinks, @Chobani, @luvliquidoxygen, @BALIIntimates, @StokkeBaby, and more!

Will you be joining this super fun twitter party? What brands featured above caught your eye the most and why? Hope to see you at the party butterflies!

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57 comments:

  1. Very cool!
    Hope you'll come link up at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/07/bug-eyes.html

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  2. I am so sorry that I missed all the excitement from NYC last week. This sounds like a good one to have attended.

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  3. Oh how i wanted to be a part of all this! But it just wasn't in the cards. I was definitely checking it all out on instagram though..so much awesome going on!

    Hope you'll stop by! :)
    http://www.homeofohm.com/2015/07/peek-at-my-week-0722-wordlesswednesday.html

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  4. My cousin lives in NYC and I'm jealous of all of the opportunities there. :) What a great event and so many fabulous companies represented!

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    1. I often feel this way about my family in Florida. It seems like they have a ton of events down there and always something for bloggers to take advantage of.

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  5. Getting Gorgeous sounds amazing! I bet that create your own Bracelet station from Trollbeads was awesome!

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  6. These all look great, especially love the psychic readings, sounds really neat!!

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  7. This looks like it was an amazing event!! I am visiting NYC for vacation soon and I love that there is soooo much to do in the city!!

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  8. It looks like this was a pretty cool event. They certainly had a variety of things there.

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  9. Sounds like fun! I've never been to New York City before.

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  10. LOL who wouldn't be open to dating younger :) It looks like you had a fun time! I love all of the things you highlighted. Thanks for sharing!

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  11. That cocktail caviar sounds really interesting. I like the STOKKE products that grow with your kids.

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  12. I am so far away from all these blogging events out here in Arizona. I keep telling myself that one day I'll be able to travel and do this! its expensive though. Looks like you had a lot of fun!

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  13. This looks like a ton of fun. A lot of different things to look at, I bet you could have stayed there a looooong time.

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  14. There's so much you can do when you live in NYC. Awesome opportunities you get to take advantage of!

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  15. This looks like a really fun event with tons of cool stuff. I love checking out all the different products.

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  16. What fun, Getting Gorgeous always brings great products but what I love best is your take on everything . Psychic Reading by Eva , I 'd be first in line ,hope your reading is right on the money !!!

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  17. You always go to the best functions! This looks like it was a great time!

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  18. Wow, what a crazy mix of things to try, from lip plumping to adorable pink underwear. Love the Bali Intimates by the way, and I wouldn't have missed getting my nails done. Sounds like a wonderful event.

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  19. These look like amazing products! It sounds like you had an amazing time.

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  20. This sounds fantastic. Awesome brands.

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  21. I really want to try the Cocktail Caviar. It looks yummy and I can think of so many ways to use it!

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  22. This looks like such a fun event! I love all the nice things you got to see!

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  23. So much fun stuff in NYC, looks like you had a wonderful time! Love the products!

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  24. So many amazing products! I don't even know where I'd like to start, but I think I need to be there next year.

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  25. This sounds like a fun place to go. You walked away with some nice swag.

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  26. What a cool conference! And to have it be in NYC is so much fun!

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  27. This looks like a fun event. Will have to look for the Cocktail Caviar. Love visiting NYC.

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  28. I've been reading a lot about this event and how fun it was. I hope I'd be able to attend an event this big next time.

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  29. This was an amazing event it looks like for sure. I would totally love to try a couple of these things like the Peach
    Cocktail Caviar. Thanks for sharing.

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  30. I'm a huge Stokke fan! We got the chair and I love it. Looks like an awsome event.

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  31. With the collaboration of all these brands, any girl would definitely be inspired to get gorgeous. I'm totally eyeing the pro-biotic drink. I would love to try it - sounds really healthy!

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  32. What a fun event, sounds like everybody had a great time. Too bad, you didn't get to go to the nail spa.

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  33. Attending blogger events are always awesome! I love the fact that I could meet new people, get to experience new products and collaborate to achieve success.

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  34. NYC would be an amazing place to live. I bet life never gets dull or boring. This looks like an awesome conference! - Jeanine

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  35. We love the Stokke. I wish I could get another one for my daughter. Thanks for this post!

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  36. Awesomely amazing event! You did have a blast!

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  37. I love that bracelet! It's really pretty! I love accessories and I would love to create one for myself too.

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  38. Looks like a lot of great items were represented. The Wholly Jalapeno sounds like something that would be good mixed with cream cheese and crackers!

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  39. Look at all that fun stuff! I am a huge Bali lingerie fan. I bet being in NYC is a lot of fun. I get excited when I get to go to Detroit but I often wonder how I would fair living in a city with more people per capita.

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  40. You always attend the coolest events! I love that this one focused on beauty products and mom products

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  41. Sounds like a lot of fun and an experience you will never forget.

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  42. I wish I could have gone to BlogHer this year, but I was unable to attend. This looks like great event.

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  43. I really hope I get to go next year. I was so bummed about missing it this year. Looks like you had a blast.

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  44. Well I think decorating the lunchboxes would be fun. :) It sounds like a fun time. You do get to some great places!

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  45. The cocktail caviar and the trollbeads were my favorite part. It was a fun event!

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  46. Well, I totally want to go to Getting Gorgeous now! This looks like it was so incredibly fun. I love that you got to decorate your own lunchbox. Very cute.

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  47. I'm so mad I missed it this year, looks like you had a ball. Can't wait until next year.

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  48. Wow that event looks like it was a lot of fun, I would love to talk to that psychic and see if she can help me see something I haven't caught onto yet.

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  49. I have been seeing Troll Beads from all my blogger friends. It looks like the event was amazing. Thanks for sharing all the good stuff with us.

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  50. This looks like it was a pretty fabulous event!! I saw so many awesome photos on Instagram last week :)

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  51. WOW what a fun event, I love when you can meet and get to know many brands all in one place. I am with you on the needles, don't like them unless absolutely necessary, especially on my face!

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  52. I was invited to this event but was out of town. Looks like a really cool event with lots of great brands present :-)

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  53. Wow, there was a lot to see and take in. Pampering yourself is a good thing - keeps you fresh and motivated.

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  54. This sounds like a great event with so much to see. I love the Chobani display. Really cute.

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  55. This looks like a pretty awesome event! Lucky you!

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  56. Looks like getting gorgeous is an awesome event! Thanks for sharing it

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