 Hi friends! So I've been getting a few questions recently on my Instagram about my outfits posts, so I figured the easiest way to do it would be to link the products here. I've also had the opportunity to attend a couple of fun store openings & events that I must say is one of the greatest perks of being in the blogger community. If you're interested, please read on. If you're here for the shopping links, keep scrolling :) Thank you for stopping by! Have a great rest of the week.!If you're in the district, hope your work commute isn't too bad with the Pope's visit. Xo Sophie 09/17/15 - Madewell x The Cambridge Satchel Company I was invited to check out the debut of the 2nd story of their Georgetown location. The space will we used for rotating shop-in-shops throughout the year to come, as well as events hosted by bloggers, influencers and local creatives. The Cambridge Satchel Company will be the first brand to be featured as a shop-in-shop and will be placed alongside the largest selection of Madewell leather good available in any retail location ever before (including online exclusive items) and on the spot free live monogramming with purchase – perfect timing for back to school. Blogggers, influencers and local creatives are encouraged to inquire about throwing an event in the new space. You bring your friends, Madewell provides the space and sips/sweets. I was lucky to meet some great fellow bloggers that I religiously follow and also got a sweet present from Madewell ( see below) . Thank you Eleanor for the wonderful opportunity! 09/18/15 - Soft Surroundings Grand Opening I got a chance to checkout the grand opening of Soft Surroundings, a midwest based women's clothing store. What I was immediately drawn to, was their skincare, beauty & fragrance section. I have been using their Marula Oil every night after washing my face, and the results although not drastic are very pleasant. With Fall knocking on our door and the drier months around the corner, this is a great way to keep the skin hydrated without using artificial chemicals. The greatest part- Fair Trade oil provides sustainable income for families in Southern Africa and Madagascar. A big thanks to the team at Soft Surroundings for showing me around and for all the goodies! 09/21/15 - The Wedding Salon I had the opportunity to check out Wedding Salon-Washington D.C.’s top luxury bridal showcase event at The Loews Madison Hotel. There were so many exciting wedding vendors featured at the event.
What I'm up to this weekend- REI will be a hosting a weekend-long event in Washington D.C. on September 26 + 27 in conjunction with the first annual Landmark Music Festival. The event, an evrgrn “Loft 2.0” experience, will bring together local chefs, mixologists, artists and musicians to help showcase the new evrgrn line in a highly stylized setting and celebrate our D.C. flagship store set to open in Fall 2016. The event will be at Wunder Garten at NOMA.  'Wanderlust' Blanket Poncho - Nordstrom Mauve felt hat - Nordstrom Monogrammed leather pouch clutch - C/O Madewell 30% OFF with code WINWIN  Petite Painterly dress -LOFT. True to size. I am wearing a 2P. Would go great this Fall paired with a blazer and boots. Loving the Painterly blouse as well.  Pointed laced up flats - Kohl's Rock & Republic. Besides the fact that Instagram made me do it, I really could see myself pairing these babies with a ton of Fall stuff.   Buffalo plaid shirt - Nordstrom Rack (Very similar here, here & here) Lace skirt- Listed below Pearl cluster necklace - ILYCouture (Not available) Ayn boots - JustFab   *This was a sponsored post. All events attended or scheduled to be attended were sponsored. All opinions are my own.*
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Hello friends, I hope you've been enjoying the last few weeks of summer, outdoors. I had the pleasure of collaborating with Faviana on this post for a wedding I attended this past weekend (Congratulations Radwa & Amr!) The dress has a very flattering silhouette and the beading details adds such elegance and glamour, enough to make you feel red carpet ready. The sheer back and intricate detailing takes it to the next level and requires almost minimal accessories. Faviana is available in major retail stores such as Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus and several bridal boutiques as well as formal evening wear shops. Wishing you a great week ahead! As always, really appreciate you stopping by. Xo Sophie Blush evening gown - C/O Faviana Diamonique Interlocking Oval Design Ring - C/O QVC Crystal statement drop earrings - Baublebar (Love these, these & these ) BCBG Paris Jaze Metallic d'Orsay Pump - DSW Photography by Maira Iqbal * This post was sponsored by Faviana NY*
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Arundel Mills/Teen Vogue EventHi friends, Yes I know Fall is still a few months away but it's never too early to shop for cooler months to come (Winter is coming- sorry I had to!) In the last few weeks I've noticed the Fall display windows in all the stores and I would be lying if I said it didn't get me a little excited for layers and crisp air. I have linked below a few staples I plan on picking up at Arundel Mills this weekend. *Keep scrolling for pictures and pricing below* 1.H&M Biker jacket -Thinking of pairing this bad boy with some high-waisted jeans and a crop sweater or a maxi dress to visit some wineries in Sonoma this Fall. (Any San Fran/Sonoma/Napa ideas & places to visit- please send them this way) 2. Ann Taylor Lace Shift Dress -There is something so romantic about wearing lace in the Fall. You could try an edgier look with some vamp lips and earcuffs. Love that it's available in petite size as well! 3. J. Crew Boy Shirt in crinkle gingham -Gingham shirts are good, all year round. Whether its tucked into a pencil skirt for work or paired with a pair of boyfriend jeans, it gets it's money's worth. This one is a WhoWhatWear top pick as well. 4. GAP 1969 resolution vintage destructed skinny flare jeans -I've been all about embracing the 70's flared bottom trend. With the right tailor, some great petite/short options & of course some good wedges they could make you feel way taller than 5'2. 5. EXPRESS High Waist (minus The) Leather pencil skirt - Need I say more? Faux leather skirts are great transition pieces to take from work to an after work event. Whether its worn with a denim shirt or a relaxed cable knit sweater, it always makes me feel just the right amount of overdressed. All items listed are available at stores at Arundel Mills. If you're a MD DC VA resident, the Arundel Mills and Teen Vogue hosts-Back-to-school event on August 8th is perfect to get a head start on your Fall shopping. Arundel Mills is Maryland's largest outlet and value retail shopping destination with more than 200 stores. Teen Vogue has teamed with Simon, a global leader in retail real estate and home to the nation’s favorite shopping destinations, as the exclusive mall marketing partner of Teen Vogue Back-to-School Saturdays. They will collaborate to bring fashion content to malls around the country, including Arundel Mills, which will include a DJ, a photobox, fashion vignettes from leading retailers, a hair and beauty bar, flash tattoos, cupcakes and mocktails. Come join us this Saturday 1-4 PM at the Fashion court near Starbucks. Happy shopping! Thank you for stopping by! Xo Sophie  1. Biker Jacket $49.99  Lace shift dress $139  Boy shirt in crinkle gingham $78  1969 resolution vintage destructed skinny flare jeans $79.95  High Waist (Minus The) Leather Pencil Skirt $69.90 * This post was sponsored by Simon Properties*             Hello friends, Have you fallen in love at first sight with a dress before? This dress kind of had that "HAVE to have it" effect the moment I saw it on Krystin Lee's Instagram. And it just happened to be on sale (see outfit details below). Paired together with the beautiful Dragon Fly Collar Set from Olive + Piper, this would be a perfect look for hosting a garden party or a summer wedding outdoors. Speaking of summer days, I have always been envious of the girls who can achieve that perfect dewy flawless look during the warmer months. Luckily this Sunday, my lovely and talented friend Jacqueline Gellner is hosting SUNKISSED: A Summer Makeup Workshop (You can see more of her work on her website or her Instagram here). Besides getting a step by step tutorial, it's for a great and charitable cause. At the end of the event a donation will be made to the Nicole Pettit's "Finest Finale" charity fund which will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Don't forget to enter the code "SophieSunkissed" to get 10% discount off of the regular ticket price. If you're looking to learn how to achieve a perfectly bronzed glowing summertime look, this is such a great workshop to attend. Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you for stopping by the blog as always. Xo Sophie Pink Floral Print Vest Skater Dress - CHOIES (Only $29.90!) Dragon Fly Collar Set - C/O Olive + Piper Gold Metal clutch bag- H&M Red strapped sandals - Jessica Simpson via 6PM.COM ( Similar here) Butterfly ring - ASOS (Similar here) Initial bracelet - Baublebar (Sold out) Idiom bracelet - Kate Spade (Similar here) Photography by Maira Iqbal        Hello friends,
This summer dress from Garnet Hill got me with the bright colored stripes: almost looks like a VS shopping bag (I can't be the only one thinking that, right?). In fact I wore twice in the same week- once to work with flats and a cardigan and over the weekend paired with my go-to nude sandals. Hope you had a good week! I've spent most of it watching a marathon of Gilmore Girls on Netflix - 3 seasons to be exact, besides working of course :) Have a great weekend! Thank you for stopping by. Xo Sophie Classic summer sundress - C/O Garnet Hill (note: order a size smaller than your regular size. I usually wear a 2 or 4 and had to size down) Mossimo Pamela heeled sandals - Target now only $29.99 Toucan tote - Kate Spade (Sold out, the matching shoulder bag is on sale here) Drop earrings - Kate Spade (Old, love these) Idiom bracelet - Kate Spade (Similar here) Photography by Maira Iqbal       Hello friends, I had taken a short break from blogging for a few weeks due to scheduling conflicts but I am back and hope to bring a few great collaborations in the weeks to come. This floral dress from Nordstrom was a gift from a dear friend who knows me all too well. The floral prints, midi length and pleats had me sold! I have linked a few of my favorite floral printed dresses below. If you follow me on Instagram, you know my love for floral patterns has continued to grow stronger over the years. The dress was perfect to wear to work and for an after work event as well. Please excuse the mess of my hair, it didn't quite survive a thunderstorm and rain showers too well as you can see. I had the pleasure of meeting the lovely and vibrant Kamana from the blog Social and Style at the CityCenter DC Caudalie event last night. We were pampered with mini facials and a preview of their organic all natural skincare line as well as some samples that I can't wait to try! Kamana focuses on South Asian trends & styles featuring the up and coming designers on her blog. I also loved hearing about how she focuses on blogposts about empowering women and strong & influential female entrepreneurs. Hop on over to her blog to read more. Thank you for stopping by and happy Friday! Dont forget to enter the fabulous Kate Spade giveaway over on my Instagram page here. Xo Sophie Pleated sundress- Nordstrom (Love this, this & this) Handbag- Kate Spade (Old, love this) Block heels - Old Navy (Old, love these on sale) Floral studs- Kate Spade (Similar here) 
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There is something so romantic about a lace hem added to a midi skirt. I've been drawn to midi styled skirts and dresses not only for their flattering silhouettes but also moderate lengths. This particular skirt from ASOS is perfect to wear with a graphic tee like this or a silk camisole for a summer night dinner. With a faded denim shirt that I wear too often, this pairing was all about opposites. Wishing you a great weekend! Also, if you would like to enter a Summer giveaway totaling $1400 please keep reading! Thank you for stopping by! Xo Sophie Slip skirt with lace hem - ASOS ( Loving this printed one on ASOS as well) Diamonique Interlocking Oval Design Ring - C/O QVC Polka dotted clutch - Target (Similar here) Color blocked heels - DSW (Similar here, here & here) Photography by Maira Iqbal Join me and some other amazing bloggers as we bring you this amazing Splash Into Summer Giveaway! We put together some of the most popular items for Summer 2015, totaling $1400, including: Mara Hoffman Harvest Swimsuit, Hot Pink Tulum Cover-Up, Jadetribe Beach Pom Tote, Karen Walker Super Duper Sunglasses, Rebecca Minkoff Studded Sandals, Extra Large Flamingo Float, Saks Off Fifth Panama Hat, St. Tropez Self Tanner, Coola Sunscreen Travel Pack, Nars Lipstick & a Nars Lipgloss. 
Frederic Fekkai Hair Products, and a Linum Home Textile Beach Blanket. For more pictures of the prizes, please browse the lookbook below!
*Entering has never been easier! Just head to the giveaway widget below and enter (up to 160 times ) to increase your chances of winning! International entries are welcome! All of these items will be given to 1 winner, which the giveaway widget will draw randomly. Please note that we can see how many times you enter from the same IP address, and if you use multiple email addresses and accounts to enter you will be disqualified. All accounts and forms of entry will be verified.* 
         Hi dear friends, Can I just start off by saying how excited I am for the long weekend ahead? I plan on heading over to the big apple to spend time with friends and getting in some major sightseeing. Finally visiting a friend in Brooklyn this weekend and I can't wait! Also, attending an all white rooftop pool party(I know, how cliche) back in the district this Sunday. What are your weekend plans? Speaking of weekend plans, in a couple of weeks, I am attending The Sleeping Beauty by The Washington Ballet and this skirt from my lovely friends at Skylar Belle arrived just in time! How adorable are those dots on this tulle skirt. I'm thinking a graphic tee or even a denim shirt would compliment this skirt. For the ballet, I might pair this with a soft pastel colored blouse. What would you pair this skirt with? Have a great weekend! Thank you for stopping by. It is always much appreciated! Xo Sophie Dot It lace skirt (dove grey)- C/O Shop Skylar Belle/Space 46 Boutique Diamonique Interlocking Oval Design Ring - C/O QVC Perfect long sleeve button down shirt - Ann Taylor (Now additional 40% use code SPECIAL40) BCBG Paris Jaze Metallic d'Orsay Pump - DSW Triad Boa Drops - Baublebar (Sold out, similar here) Pop art clutch- Kate Spade (Sold out, but similar on Etsy) Photography by Maira Iqbal         Hello friends, Hope your week has been off to a great start. I am in the process of doing some packing prep since I plan on moving locally in the next couple of weeks. As I was packing some of my summer dresses, I came across one of my favorite maxi dresses from two summers ago (when pleated everything was all the rage). I always loved the airy feel of this dress and how perfectly dressed up it looked with a pair of wedges. It's great to throw on for weekend strolling or a weeknight dinner. Speaking of weeknight dinner plans, if you are a fan of Bonefish Grill and their delicious Bang Bang shrimp Wednesdays, Bonefish Grill has teamed up with emerging jewelry line Bourbon and Boweties for the two companies’ first-ever Instagram collaboration, in a series of photos that tell the story of how cocktails, food and fashion combine to create a great girls’ night out. Bonefish Grill’s iconic appetizer Bang Bang Shrimp® is just one of several delectable backdrops for the line of handmade bangle bracelets designed by Bourbon and Boweties, creator of the unique bangles that are rapidly gaining popularity among the fashion-forward. The jewelry company was founded by 29-year old Carley Ochs, and was recently picked up by Nordstrom. The Instagram collaboration between Bonefish Grill and Bourbon and Boweties just launched, and will continue through June. Throughout the program, Instagram followers can win prizes from both brands (Bonefish Grill gift cards and bangles) by engaging with the photos posted on both accounts. Check out @BonefishGrill and @BourbonandBoweties on Instagram for more information. As always, Thank you so much for stopping by! Hope your weekend is here in no time. XO Sophie Pleated maxi dress- ASOS (Old) Totally tempted to buy these here, here & here. Maily Druzy blue necklace - C/O JLynn Jewelry Olivia Rose gold white watch - C/O Wristology Use coupon code 'Sophie20' Margaret Elizabeth Ophelia Cocktail Ring in Aqua - C/O Rocksbox Use coupon code 'dashofsophiexoxo' for the first month FREE. Brown wedges - Nine West via 6PM.com ( Similar here, here & here) Diamonique round and pyramid earrings - C/O QVC Floral clutch - LOFT(Old) Love this Orange cuff - J.Crew (Similar style here) Mirrored sunglasses - ASOS Leopard haircalf belt - Ann Taylor(Similar here) Photography by Maira Iqbal *This was a sponsored post. All opinions and reviews are my own.*        Hello friends, Hope your week is treating you well so far. This work look is something I typically wear on a weekly basis. Heels are out of the question on the metro so if I usually have plans after work, I pack a pair to switch into afterwards. I've always gravitated towards skirts and dresses for the warmer months but lately I've realized a pair of well tailored sleek stretched ankle pants can take you a long way. If you're on the shorter side like me, it can give the illusion of longer legs. Always be sure to have the length fall right above the ankle. Ann Taylor & LOFT Petites sections are my usual go-to's. H&M & Old Navy usually have some great options as well (be sure to size down. I am usually a size 4 at Old Navy or H&M and 2P or 0 at Ann Taylor & LOFT. Also, it is important to find a tailor with reasonable prices who understands exactly what you're looking for. I have listed a few of my Ann Taylor & LOFT petite picks that are an additional 40% off on sale at the moment (no code needed).  Clockwise-1.Mixed floral basketweave cotton riviera pants in Marisa fit 2. Gramercy ankle pants 3. Modern striped ankle pants 4. Heathered bi-stretch ankle pants in Marisa fit Hope you have a wonderful weekend. I'm looking forward to being outdoors and enjoying the sun. All details are listed below. Also, hosting a great Kate Spade giveaway over on my Instagram. Don't forget to check it out. Thank you for stopping by! Sophie Jersey blazer - H&M Yellow lace skirt - LOFT (Few seasons ago, loving these options here, here & here) Striped blouse - Old Navy Mossimo Pamela heeled sandals - Target now only $29.99 Rebecca Minkoff 'Small Amorous' Satchel- Via Nordstrom Necklace - J.Crew (These at J.Crew Factory are pretty close to perfect and on clearance with an additional 30% OFF with code EXTRA30. Check here, here & here) Modern classic flat ring - Ann Taylor (Extra 40% off sale) Photography by Maira Iqbal |
