The Guild Christmas Luncheon & Fashion Show
Good Morning,
It’s only 6 days before Christmas! That came so quickly. Christmas shopping this year was not fun. I didn’t have much to buy but it was not fun at all. The kids are getting older and only asked for a few things, but they were expensive items. Most of my husband’s family does not want to present swap anymore so the buying has gone down. I do miss buying gifts for everyone because I love the hunt! But most people don’t like to shop and don’t want the pressure. So I get it.
I am done and will be wrapping what I do have in a few days. I have another busy work week but will be taking Friday off to get things done around the house, food prep and we are going to the Ayres Tea Room for lunch! I hope we enjoy it this year. Last week my group the Guild had its Annual Christmas Luncheon! This was my first year attending and it was a lot of fun.
It was had at the Woodstock Country Club and a full agenda was planned. Those of us in the fashion show got to see where all of the accessories were and where we were to change. I wore my trusty burgundy dress from Target, my new embellished heels from Zara, my pink faux scarf from Ann Taylor and vintage Louis Vuitton.
photo credit: Mrs. Shockley
This was the table setting. Lots of rich colors for this holiday season! On the menu was chicken marsala, buttery mashed potatoes, asparagus, a salad, and for dessert this absolutely decadent chocolate lava cake with peppermint ice cream! I have never had chocolate lava cake but from here on out I want it with peppermint ice cream! It was so yummy and complete satiated my palate. So pleased!
Another beautiful item that was included were the party favors. The group decided to gift to all of us these wonderful silk scarves with a vintage crystal Cameo brooch! Now how great is that? What a gift! I may have to still this idea!
Everyone kept looking to see who got what scarf and brooch. We also had raffle prizes and I won a gift to Monterey. It’s a local restaurant that I have never heard of. Mr. Shockley and I are looking forward to trying it out.
After we ate and talked, we headed back to get changed for the fashion show. I think that I may have already shared that the clothes were from a local boutique called the Secret Ingredient. The owner was there and introduced us each and talked about our outfits. It was fun!
photo credit: Guild Member
They managed to get me into pants! I tried my hardest to find a dress, but they didn’t have any in my size. I ended up piecing this outfit together. My shoes I brought from home. They are from Ann Taylor but I found a cheaper version on Amazon. The pants were not that bad. Everyone after the show asked me about them. I thought that they were still elegant yet comfy. It was a great experience.
Let me know in the comments section below if you have ever been in a fashion show big or small. Also please keep in mind that the boutique is still having it’s $25 dress sale! Order a few for your wardrobe! I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas! I will be taking a break for the rest of the week but will still be around. Enjoy the holidays!
That pants suit is rather sharp Mrs. Shockley. I like it and you wore it well. Was Jane Pauley at the event, did she speak? She was everything on the news to me as a young person. There was something I always liked about her. The meal sounds tasty. The last few months flew by so fast. Once it turned September you blinked and it’s the end of the year. I did hear some blustery winter weather will be gripping much if the nation this week and next. Please be careful Mrs. Shockley if you do have to venture out. You’re used to it. We are expecting temps down in the low teen to single digits here in GA. That’s natural disaster type stuff for us. I grew up in Western Massachusetts but I’m far removed from it now, lol It’s a firm no thank you, lol If it’s below 30 I’m not wanting to do much of anything ? Have a good week dear?❄?
Hi Ms. Tracey!
Thank you! If Jane Pauley did speak I did not see her. I was in the back changing which is another reason why I won’t be in the show next year. I want to hear the speakers!
We are expecting cold weather this week. I just want the snow. I really want snow for Christmas this year. Not a lot but a little.
Lol! You are correct about it being a natural disaster in GA! That’s hilarious! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas! Talk soon!