Outfit details
Silk ruffled top - Banana Republic
Pencil skirt - Banana Republic
Black trench coat - Old Navy
Purple leather purse - Osprey London, Gift from Pearl
Purple tights - Esprit
Suede pumps - Nine West
What and Where
I was going to wait to tell you this but I am beyond myself with excitement so I don't think I can keep this a secret anymore. A couple of weeks ago my little sister sent me a link to a Blogger's Competition for one of the biggest shopping malls in the city. I was so excited but a lot hesitant because as much as I'd like to enter, I'm really not thrilled about losing. I know, I know...
It was a pretty rigorous process (for me) which involves downloading the application form, demonstrating why you should be chosen as the Billings Bridge Blogger - BBB (pretty cool, eh?), write a sample post that will serve as your entry to the competition. This post will go live as your first blog if chosen as the winner. f chosen, you will also receive a very cool gig: a 3-month contract to blog for Billings Bridge! Plus, a $500 cash prize!
I thought about it for awhile, I wasn't sure if my caliber of writing is good enough, I wasn't sure if I was capable of writing a weekly post for an established and well-known mall in the city and of course, I was very much worried that I wouldn't win!
Last night around 7:30 pm, I saw this Tweet from Ms. Greta Bloskie, Marketing Director for Billings Bridge:
BB Blogger winners are: Josh Cross, Hilary Duff, Charlotte Jewer, Marilou Moles and Adam Cowley...Congratulations...
I won, I won! I was so happy last night I was jumping for joy! Pretty fantastic, yes? I called my sister and then I called J... I know I sounded like a crazy banshee but I was really, really happy!
I thought last night was the coolest Monday ever! My dear friends, I just want to share that awesome news with you! Thank you for sending me such positive energy yesterday even though you didn't know what it was for!
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55 comments:
HOLY COW HUNNIE!!! HUGE congrats to you on winning!! woo hoo!
YOur blog rocks, of course you should have won!! How cool..so happy for you:)
LOVE these wine tights, the bag...the blouse..you look FAB as always!!!
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New follower to your blog and you are a hottie lady! Wow! That's chic office dressing! You put my work clothes to shame! Congrats on winning - what a cool prize! Can't wait to se what you buy! Hope you'll come and visit me!
xx Vivian @ diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com
Congrats! That's an awesome price for winning :). I like how you have been rocking your ON trench. I keep telling me that I need to wear mine but the temps haven't been cooperating :(.
Congrats on the win! You totally deserve it! You should post the link for the BB Blog as well :)
And i loooooove those shoes! <3
You totally deserve this!!! Congratulations! I'm so excited for you and I know you'll be great. Will we get to read your posts?
LOVE LOVE LOVE the purple tights!!! You have inspired me to go out get my own. Just discovered your blog the other day, and I believe you have a new reader. ;)
Looking forward to more! :)
CONGRATULATIONS ML!
Very chic office wear. Lovin' the purple theme. I'm glad to see Osprey again :)
WOW! Congratulations sweetie! I'm so proud of you.
I'm so happy you've come this far, but I'm very sure this
Is only the start... Knowing you as a woman of beauty & brain with oozing
Amount of charm, triumphs are etched in your palms :)
I'm frustrated I can't be there to celebrate with you :(
I'm very happy for you sweetie. CHEERS!
I love this outfit.. love the purple and especially this style of blouse suits you!!! I love this kind of look, very sophisticated and sassy at the same time...!!! Those tights are awesome too!!
xo
j
Cute post...congrats on your wiN!
xx
http://hotpinkday.blogspot.com/
oh wow congrats on winning! lol i saw that competition and i was like ugggh more forms to fill out so didn't end up applying for it! So when are you going to blog for them? :D
WOW congratulations!!!! I love Billings Bridge- such a cute mall! I <3 your purple look-especially the shoes!
OMG So sorry I didn't write sooner, just saw this now - I actually got shivers as I was reading this post, I'm soooo excited for you!!!! This is such an amazing accomplishment and so well deserved congrats ML!!!!!!!!!!
ML!!! You are so deserving of this honor! I'm so proud of you, lovely lady!!!
This outfit is beyond GORGEOUS. You look great!
Quench Fab
This silk top is gorgeous, i love ruffles! thank you so much for stopping by my blog and your lovely comment, would love you to follow.
xxx
http://www.theothersideofthepondmydear.blogspot.com
Yeahhh! Another PURPLE GIRL!!! Luve your outfit--grey and purple are divine together--luve it all--the bag--the blouse--the skirt--the tights--guess what I have that same pin!!!
Glad you commented on my blog so I could check you out--I've been hoping to explore some new Blogs!!!
I love purple tights,I own a pair.
Thank you very much for all your support my lovelies! I am so overjoyed about this and I owe a lot to you - your visits and comments have inspired me to keep on bloggin'!
Bloggin' Bloggin' on the river!
Too much?
luv ya!
OMG..you look STUNNING! Pink and purple is my ALL TIME fav colors and love how you paired the pink/purple heels with the purple tights....lookin' FABBBBulouS!
kisses
xoThe Beckerman Girls
http://www.BeckermanBitePlate.com
Congrats again to you,M -- much love and you deserve it!
I really love this outfit. The purple touches are just fantastic.
thank you for the lovely comment you left me,
can we follow each other you have great style
BM
XXX
thebohemiangoods.blogspot.com
OMG Congrats to you girl!! YAY!!!!
You've inspired me to haul out my purple tights, too. :) They look awesome on you!
xoxo,
Carrie
ps-uh, tucker for target favor? send me an email :)
OMG Congratulations sweety!!! I´m so excited for you! And wow! You couldnt choose a better outfit to celebrate this success!:) Purple and grey is such a classy combo and it makes you shine! I have the same skirt btw or similar? :) Anyway.. cheers!
xxx
M.
Times Like Mine
Those purple tights are gorgeous!
Congrats on the competition! :D
xx
Congratulations! So exciting!
Love those tights!
So happy for you! You are a hard worker, you deserve all the good that comes your way.
Whoo hoo! How exciting! Congratulations!
Also, can I just tell you how sassy and wonderful this outfit is?! Those tights and those shoes are just amazing.
WOW, Congrats!!! You've landed an amazing gig.
Love your fab look, those tights are awesome!
Chic on the Cheap
Wow, congrats! I definitely love reading your writing in addition to your outfit photos. Way to go on the coloured tights, they look fab with the bag and blouse!
Congratulations- that is so cool!
Purple is your color- you are looking FIERCE in this getup! :)
And I totally ended up purchasing the Fauna riding boots from BR- they are fabulous & comfortable. :)
congrat my friend, you deserved it. I am so proud of you
gros bisou
This outfit is pure brilliance!
I just love the purple pops of colour - you suit it so much. Purple and grey = match made in heaven and you look divine!!
Cheers
Jen
Marilou-A Big Congrats to you and the other bloggers. Wow-so what does all this mean? Are you blogging for them for 3 months? That's amazing. So very happy for you. On a separate note I have that print on your blouse but as a scarf. I just got it from BR over the weekend. (you know a 60% off coupon)
Congrats again my dear!
naina
Congratulations darlin'! I love all the purple in this outfit, especially the tights! Such a pretty color pallet! :)
(http://showersofsunflowers.blogspot.com)
Wow! What great news! Congrats and you certainly seem to deserve it.
Very cute purple outfit...the shoes are rockin
daretounravel.blogspot.com
wow, a big congrats to you! love the purple and grey together in this ensemble. very chic look!
http://style-haus.blogspot.com/
you look lovely darling! love your pretty pretty blouse!
Love the purple tights with the berry heels!
CLOTHED MUCH, a modest fashion blog
You look gorgeous, dear! Love that high-waisted skirt and the fun pop of purple in your tights. Super cute.
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and for your sweet comment! Yours is fab; I can't wait for more!
xo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com
j'adore, j'adore, ton look, et les chaussures avec les collants, et le sac, pour moi c'est un sans faute.
Tu est sublime, très jolies photos
CONGRATS!!! I love your purple tights btw, they are so cute... I'm not ready for them yet, I'm still craving the sun.
i really love those tights. it goes so well with the top
First of all...I LOVE that coat. And the purple tights. And the flower pin. Hehe - love the whole outfit!
Second of all...CONGRATULATIONS!! WOOHOO!! Much deserved!!!! :)
oxox-Camille
oh congratulations!!! that is so exciting!!! i love your purple tights the colour is so pretty!!
Haha, like "the" HDuff? CONGRATS, you completely deserve it!
Congratulations! This sounds like a fun and exciting challenge. I'm loving your purple & gray ensemble, and the flower pin is a charming accent.
Thanks for stopping by my site earlier!
ML, that's amazing!! Congratulations to you! I think you will do great as a BB blogger:) Let us know how it goes! Loving the purple accent, btw;)
TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com
P.S. Yes, I've entered the giveaway:)
Congrats! The outfit is inspiring but I have to say I love that blouse and your ring the most :) XOXO
ahh your purse! jealous! Im still in a need of a handbag.. just can't seem to find one.. maybe im too picky;)!
xx
Cyliaaaa.blogspot.com
love the purple tone in your outfit :)
YURI
The fashion blog:http://twothousandthings.blogspot.com
The other blog:http://tigerlilysbook.blogspot.com
you look gorgeous! thanks for stopping by. come visit me again and hope you follow my blog too. thanks!
Janelle
http://barestudy.blogspot.com
huge congrats! that's amazing! nice work!
Thanks for stopping by my blog. love yours too by the way!
xo,
Gracie
The Flip Side of Oz
Hi doll, thanks so much for commenting on my blog! Congrats on winning the competition and becoming a BBB! :)
I loove purple for Fall and you are rocking it in this outfit and some of the others! I really like how you use different colors, patterns and textures in your work-friendly ensembles.
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