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the weekend couldn't be here any faster! we've got a to-do list to tackle this weekend which includes picking out tiles for our repaired shower. exciting, huh? i am just looking forward hanging out with my family and a fun crawfish party on sunday. yum. 

here are a few links i have been re-clicking for awhile : 

• speaking of hydrangeas, i am loving this blue hydrangea-styled soiree photo shoot. darling! 
• perfect for a garden wedding, these mini-cakes! 
• can't be in NY for NYFW, catch all the runway videos here
• many people around the world celebrate chinese new year and here's a flashback peek at a casino-themed party we attended last year
• these amazing post-it heart backdrop is perfect for valentine's
• and if you haven't done so and would love to - click "like" to vote for me on skinny scoop's top party planning blogs! thank you friends! 

enjoy the weekend! 

my valentine

so the other day, my husband sent me a text message stating that he ordered a hybrid car for me. as far as i know, i am perfectly ok with my current car but it seems that my husband is always in the market for a new one. an aston martin-lookalike hybrid ford fusion is what he wants and he's making it sound like i need it. 

honestly, i think this car is really for him. and for what it's worth, any of these babies would do it for me. something sparkly, something pink, something lacy or something smelling divine!  what are you getting your sweetie for valentine's day? 

earrings // clutch // perfume // shoes // iphone case // camisole

what i wore

i had been posting #ootd pics in instagram (@swankychicfete) and i had a few inquiries on either my accessories or top or shoes or even nailcolor so i'll share them here. 

gap has been heavy in my wardrobe department lately and i simply love their shirts and blouses (as shown on the top 2 photos - on sale!). the distressed skinny jeans are from gap too. the tortoiseshell chainlink necklace is from my friend nina's shop, pbccloset, which has been a daily favorite too. her site has not officially launched yet, so keep an eye for it!

luckily, i am able to go to work in casual clothes so i live in my skinny jeans, ballet flats and blouses every single day. with the weather up to past 75 degrees, i hardly have to  bust out any of my sweaters!

and before i let you go, i have been notified by skinny scoop that my blog was nominated as one of the top 25 party planning blogs and i'm so happy and honored for this nomination. for some of you that may not know, this blog actually started as an event/party inspiration blog and is still is with some new sprinkling of home decor and fashion style posts. it has evolved some but i am truly proud of my humble beginnings and the 5 readers that stuck with me all these years - LOL. i am even more proud of where this blog has taken me - happy with new friendships and partnerships with you all. thank you for your valuable time and comments and i do appreciate all of you!

so whenever you can get a chance, click the button below - stop by and scroll down the page and vote for me!
THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT!