4:30PM It’s 2.5 hours before I have to be downstairs in the lobby of the Sofitel in Beverly Hills, ready to be escorted to the Essence Black Women in Music event, sponsored by Lincoln. At this point, I still haven’t chosen a dress but I’ve at least dwindled it down to these two Tadashi Shoji options, based on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram feedback from you guys…
5:00PM I try both dresses on again and I think I’ve made a decision, but I still need more time to mull it over. In the mean time, I have SO much to do! I forgot my spanx at home! My nails aren’t done! My hair isn’t set! It’s crunch time.
5:15PM First order of business – figure out what other accessories I need. So far, I’m squared away on shoes and handbag. I’m going with my birthday heels – these Steve Madden studded stilettos that I absolutely adore, and my favorite vintage leather clutch.
5:30PM Head to the Beverly Center across the street from the Sofitel to grab some undergarments from Macy’s. No red carpet look is complete without a good pair of spanx! And I just happened to leave mine at home so I have to go grab a pair before getting dressed.
5:45PM After leaving Macy’s I head over to Sephora for a set of nail appliques. With only 1.5 hours left before I need to bounce, I have no time for a full manicure. My best bet is to grab up some sparkly appliques and get to work.
6:00PM I’m back at the Sofitel and our Lincoln will be here in just an hour! It’s time to make some decisions. After mulling over my decision for 15 more minutes, I finally decide…
…to go with the lace peplum dress in cream! Though I absolutely love the color of the blue dress, the cream one just compliments my figure so well I can’t pass it up!
Canna wait to see all the good stuff.