Last Friday, I attended a fun little event at the J.McLaughlin store here in Charlotte. I was slightly familiar with the brand, associating it with classic and resort-ready pieces, but had never actually set foot into a store. When I came to check out their selection I was overwhelmed with all of the cuteness. Fun patterns and bright colors galore!
What I was most impressed with, however, was the material of some of their pieces (including this fabulous blue dress). Naturally, I looked it up and discovered that the “Catalina cloth” is one of the signature materials for J.McLaughlin- a combination of jersey and a little spandex. You just have to feel it for yourself… I’m obsessed! A lot of these pieces are great for traveling because they’re super easy to care for- machine washable and no ironing required. Now, that’s my kind of dress!
On Taylor-Rae: linen button-down, striped pencil skirt
On me: blue & white dress, gingham shirt
This event also featured a pop-up shop from Margaux, a new ballet flat company based out of NYC. These little suede flats come in a ton of colors (yes, even leopard), have a cushy footbed, and can even be made-to-measure. I got to meet the two creators who dreamed up this idea while they were in college at Harvard and now have created a truly amazing shoe line. These would definitely come in handy around the office. I’m a sucker for neutrals but I gotta say, I’m digging this bold red!
Some other bloggers in attendance were Kristen from Every Chic Way, Maggie from Polished Closets, and Taylor-Rae from Style Souffle. I love meeting new bloggers and catching up with others that I’ve met at previous events- it really is an awesome community and we all had fun shopping and chatting over prosecco & macarons!
Photography by Jon Black
On another note, let’s celebrate because we’ve made it halfway through the workweek! Yesterday was my 1-month anniversary at my new job and I’m loving it more and more each day. It’s definitely keeping me busy though because I have SO much to learn but luckily I work with some great people who are making this transition a smooth one. I’ll have a more detailed update for y’all very soon and thanks for stopping by!
Love your dress! And those flats are so fun! I love all the colors. Such a fun event! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
So cute! Glad you got to meet TR! Love that dress on you.
Zelle
Southern Style
Love the dress and what adorable flats, lady! Love all the bright colors.
what a fun event! the patterns are so pretty and that dress looks great on you! i'd have a hard time choosing what color flats i'd want – they are all so cute!
xoxo cheshire kat
What a fun event! The dress looks gorgeous on you!
Such a fun event! We only have one J. Mclaughlin store that I know of in Boston and I need to check it out! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
What a beautiful looking event and store, I don't think we have that one here but I will definitely look into it!
I have never heard of J. McLaughlin but OMG I want a few pairs of those adorable flats, in different fun colors. I must say I adore your blue swirly dress. The front style of it is gorgeous. Such a pretty cuff and clutch, also. You look FANTASTIC!
I just started a linkup on Thursdays so come by and link up this pretty outfit. Thank you, Ada. =)
you are so chic with this dress..i love it..
kisses
Um, the navy flats with the bow! All the heart eye emojis. I also love that striped pencil skirt. Jess at Just Jess
Lovely in blue! And yes, the flats with the bows are too cute.
Looks like such a fun event! The dress looks wonderful on you as well!!
Christina :: Simple and Delish
Those flats are so cute! Definitely need to look into that company!
That dress is so pretty! That material sounds heavenly too. Also, how cute are all those flat colors?!
So much fun and gorgeous pictures! Those flats are amazing, what fun colors!
I love J. McLaughlin and was just swooning over their newest catalog last week! I especially love their dresses as a cute work option! Those flats are super cute, too.
That dress is mesmerizing, love the table full of cute flats as well :))