Scholarship Gala Recap - OOTN

Greetings Fashionistas,

Happy Friday!!! Hip Hip Hooray! It's been a rough week at work! I swear, you take a couple days off and BOOM...they find everything they can to throw at ya. Sometimes I feel as if the system is designed so that you work hard, burn out, recharge (vacation), and repeat the cycle over and over again!!!! Ok, that's enough. I can not linger in frustration because God continues to show me favor. Let me count the ways; I have a fab career, an awesome and supportive family, dynamite friends, good health, a home, transpo, opportunity, etc. I'm sorry, I can't list any more cuz I don't want to invite haters into my space. Let's just say I'm completely humbled at the love that I receive from God :-)

I told you guys a while back that during the Christmas holiday, I was going to attend a scholarship gala. I wanted to wear something new, but I thought about it and realized that I have some really great dresses that I could just rework and rock them like they were brand new. WARNING.....this is a picture heavy post, do enjoy!

I pulled out my BCBG MaxAzria dress I wore on my bday last year. I payed well for it so I might as well get some use out of it. This time, I decided to belt it and pair it with my leopard print Lorissas. I chose an oversized clutch because a little dainty one was too close to the norm.

Ohhh the ruffles bring so much drama in my life, LOL. I should have worn some makeup but oh well. Next time for sure!

Earrings and belt - Forever 21

Dress and clutch - BCBG MaxAzria

Rings - Street vendors

Heels - Lorrisa by Sam Edelman (purchased at Bloomingdale's)

This place really needs to upgrade their chairs!!! We had quite a few elderly folk in the house. Geesh louise!

Of course I was happy to spot the dance floor!!! It's usually packed to capacity!

Of course I gave my feet permission to go out and play ;-)

I swear these photos were NOT staged.....my bestie just knows when I'm gonna shake a tail feather. LOL! We've known each other since pre-school!!!! How cool is that? We do have one more bestie but that heffa is about to get cut loose unless she returns a phone call (uh yea I'm referring to you Ja'Kim - she's brilliant, but totally clueless)

Speaking of the bestie....loving this peplum style dress!

Ann Marie and our good friend Serita. We all grew up together.......heeyyyyy boo!!! On a side note....why were ya'll repping your bottled water? Who's getting checks without sharing? LOL!

Oops.....wardrobe malfunction! That thigh refuses to stay covered!!! She act like she super cut or sumthin....smh.

There's always one.....or two. These young gentleman (and I use that phrase generously) just so happen to be brothers. Oh my.........*places back of hand over forehead and gracefully faints*

Friend decided to dance ALL night!!!! Well, at least from the time she finally made it to the event *insert side eye here*

The DJ (I affectionately called him "Mr. Can't Get Right" - he just sucked) finally played some MJ so I quickly flew to the dance floor for a good workout :-)

Whew that leg, lol. Heeeyyyyy Renny!!! He tried his best to keep up with me ;-)

This pose makes my booty look like a small planet! My lawd! Wait a minute....oh no, hol'up....did that dude turn on his suit in the background of my picture??? WOW!!!

Hope you guys enjoyed the pics and commentary, lol. Have a fab and safe weekend!

Arrivederci!