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Lucky FABB Conference

I had such an amazing time in NYC last week & cannot wait to share all my pictures with you.  Of course, the main reason for my trip was the Lucky Magazine FABB Conference, which was bigger and better than ever.  This was my 3rd time attending FABB and it was, in my opinion, the best one yet!  The theme of this year’s conference was “How to Make It on Your Own Terms”.  Here are some photos & a short recap from our day:

A greater number of bloggers were invited this year, so it required a larger venue ~ the beautiful New York Times building was the perfect setting for our day.

Waiting in line before the conference started (left to right: me, Alyson, Tiffany, Jen, Lexi) ~ it started at 8am, so if I look a little tired, it’s because I hadn’t had my coffee yet! {What I’m wearing: Zara shirt (last seen here), ASOS trousers (here), Guess pumps (on sale here), Forever 21 necklace (last seen here; similar) & tote}

The always stunning Brandon Holley, editor-in-chief of Lucky, welcomed us & kicked off the day in a gorgeous floral sheath & a lust-worthy pair of Nicholas Kirkwood heels.

One of my favorite panels discussing the big picture of blogging {left to right: Lauren Sherman (executive digital editor for Lucky), Leah Chernikoff (executive editor for Fashionista), Annie Georgia Greenburg (New York editor for Refinery29), Leandra Medine (founder of The Man Repeller)}.  Leandra’s quote that really got me thinking: “As long as the site remains me, it’s never going to be bigger than me.”

The amazing Rachel Zoe being interviewed by Brandon Holley – I loved hearing her talk about the importance she places now on her family & being a mom.  I also thought it was very interesting that both Brandon & Rachel were told at one point in their careers that they were “too nice” to be in the fashion industry & that they wouldn’t get very far unless they changed that characteristic (obviously not true)!

Another inspiring group of women discussing how they overcame the challenges of building their businesses & how they manage growth {left to right: Deb Schwartz (executive editor for Lucky), Susan Lyne (chairman of Gilt Groupe), Lauren Bush Lauren (co-founder of FEED Projects), Aliza Licht (senior vice president of global communications for Donna Karan International), Erica Domesek (founder of P.S. I made this…)}

Though I didn’t think it was possible, Lauren Conrad was even more adorable in person (notice her fabulous Mary Jane pumps…from her line at Kohl’s & on sale here!)

The hysterical Simon Doonan (brand ambassador for Barneys New York) served as an afternoon pick-me-up & kept us all laughing as he interviewed Anna Sui.

In between all the fabulous speakers, we had the chance to visit different “brand experience suites”…including a fun video booth with BCBGeneration, fashion mad libs with C&C California, hair & beauty touch-ups at Proctor & Gamble, a photo contest for Caravelle by Bulova & a shoe bar with JustFab.

We ended the day with a cocktail party ~ bloggers mingled, munched on delicious hors d’oeuvres & discussed the day’s events.

I loved getting to talk with the Lucky editors, share my favorite parts from the conference & discuss future plans with them.  They all worked so hard to make this event an entertaining & beneficial learning experience.  I, for one, am incredibly grateful for how committed Lucky is to helping bloggers become successful.

09.10.12 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. Sandy a la Mode says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:04 am

    great recap!! and i can't wait til those Lauren Conrad shoes come out, i want them hehe!! and i totally want to go to this conference next year!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

  2. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:15 am

    i almost feel like i was there with you girls since i watched the live feed and followed along on your instagram/twitter feeds! i sure hope luckyfabb comes to the west coast again! you look gorgeous!

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

  3. glitzyblues.com says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:55 am

    These pictures look like so much fun and a great experience!

    http://www.glitzyblues.com

  4. Nuha says

    September 10, 2012 at 5:23 am

    Looks like such an amazing conference with so many incredible speakers! I'm still bummed that I didn't make it this year, but I'm definitely getting my butt into gear for the next one!

  5. Jeans and a Teacup says

    September 10, 2012 at 6:46 am

    Oh my gosh…it looks like so much fun! All the outfits look great. I would love to be there next year… *sigh*
    ~Jessica
    http://jeansandateacup.blogspot.com/

  6. Neris / Fashion Fractions says

    September 10, 2012 at 7:48 am

    awesome photos Kim! looks like you had so much fun ๐Ÿ™‚

    xoxo,

    Fashion Fractions

  7. dreamingincashmere says

    September 10, 2012 at 7:53 am

    Thanks for sharing! It sounds like it was absolutely amazing!!
    xo, amy
    http://www.dreamingincashmere.com

  8. Anca Tudorache says

    September 10, 2012 at 8:59 am

    lovely
    kisses,
    http://www.16andahalf.com

  9. Amy Shaughnessy says

    September 10, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    What a fabulous experience! You look so cute too. Loved reading this and seeing pictures. Check out my post today if you get a chance! Have a great day!

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

  10. Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl says

    September 10, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    You look simply stunning….looks like a great event!

    xoxo
    Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl
    http://poorlittleitgirl.com

  11. For All Things Lovely says

    September 10, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Looks like so much fun! I'd love to go next year! Thanks for sharing! xo.
    Meg

    http://www.forallthingslovelymr.blogspot.com

  12. Jolie Jouel says

    September 10, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    Looks like a fabulous time! Would have loved to see Lauren Conrad ๐Ÿ™‚

    My jewelry blog: joliejouel.blogspot.com

  13. Samantha Tananbaum says

    September 10, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    Great recap, and love your outfit! Definitely hoping to make it to luckyfabb next year!

    xo
    Sam

  14. The Golden Girls says

    September 10, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    omg how FUN! you are so lucky you were able to attend ๐Ÿ™‚ I wanted to go so badly! hopefully next year! you look fabulous! Hugs from California! xx,
    The Golden Girls

  15. My Dressy Ways says

    September 10, 2012 at 1:54 pm

    Sounds and looks like a great time!!!

  16. Babblings of a Mommy says

    September 10, 2012 at 2:12 pm

    I have to make it to next years conference, it looks so much fun!

  17. Alyson says

    September 10, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    BEST WEEK EVER!! I am so, so happy to have finally met your gorgeous self. And, I might have to swipe that tired group shot. ๐Ÿ™‚

  18. RoselyC says

    September 10, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    Looks like a great time!

  19. House Of Jeffers says

    September 10, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    I'm so happy that I got to meet you finally. You're a doll, and I look forward to gabbing with you more!

    xo

    Jen
    http://www.houseofjeffers.com

  20. Alyssa says

    September 10, 2012 at 2:37 pm

    Sounds like a great time! I wish I could have been in two places at once so I could have gone to this conference as well as the IFB one!

  21. Rachel Lynne says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    Looks like so much fun! ๐Ÿ™‚ Amazing photos and those mary jane pumps on LC are so so so cute! I wish I could have taken time off of work to go, but not this time around ๐Ÿ™

    xoxo,
    Rachel

  22. Audrey says

    September 10, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    Love these pics! I'm so sad I couldn't make it this year. Looks like you had an incredible time, thanks for sharing! xx

  23. Kendrra Thoms says

    September 10, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    That looks amazing! It sounds so inspiring, I would love to go to something like that sometime!
    kendrrat
    kendrrat.blogspot.com

  24. Tanvi says

    September 10, 2012 at 5:53 pm

    It was lovely meeting you although couldn't spend much time … Hopefully next year! ๐Ÿ™‚

    You have a lovely blog.

    โˆž ยฉ tanvii.com โˆž

  25. Nancy says

    September 10, 2012 at 6:08 pm

    so amazing! I'm so grateful you posted this! I love seeing images from Lucky Fabb…so wish I was able to attend myself!
    xo,
    nancy

    http://adoretoadorn.blogspot.com

  26. Amy says

    September 10, 2012 at 6:22 pm

    This looks like so much fun! I hope to go to this one day. I am so jealous that you got to see Rachel Zoe and Lauren Conrad! Lauren is my fav. Thanks again for updating all of your photos!

    xo,
    Amy
    itwasloveat.blogspot.com

  27. Holly Foxen Wells of Glamour Mash says

    September 10, 2012 at 11:20 pm

    Looks liek you had an incredible time!
    Holly Foxen Wells
    GlamourMash

  28. Lily Marek says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:18 am

    Thank you for this lovely peek into the conference! I would have loved to go. Hopefully one day! You looked gorgeous!

  29. Rebecca says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:29 am

    Thanks for sharing pictures from this awesome event….you all look FAB!!

    REBECCA
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

  30. Mz Savvy Style says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:37 am

    Oh my gosh, girl! Looks like you had an amazing time!!

  31. Marissa at Style Cusp says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:40 am

    Awesome Recap, K! You hit it right on. I especially liked how Rachel emphasized her role as a mother now as well. And I could have died at Brandon's heels. Ahhhhh.

  32. Clara Turbay says

    September 11, 2012 at 1:04 am

    what amazing!!!!!

  33. Perpetuity says

    September 11, 2012 at 2:09 am

    I think seeing Rachel Zoe would have been the highlight of my week!

  34. Katie says

    September 11, 2012 at 2:41 am

    Oh, I am so, positively envious of you! What a blessing to be able to share such an experience with so many positive people. Thank for sharing a bit of it with us!

  35. Rachel @ Making Life Fabulous says

    September 11, 2012 at 2:51 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us, I felt like I was there! Looks like you had an amazing time!

  36. jules says

    September 11, 2012 at 3:26 am

    great recap, thanks kimberly!

    xo julesinflats.com

  37. Ilse says

    September 11, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    What an amazing opportunity! looks like fun! Hopefully one day I can go!

    http://www.theluxuyrehab.com

  38. Christa says

    September 12, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    Looks like an AMAZING time! I wish I was there ๐Ÿ™ but hopefully I'll see you at the next conference!

    Christa
    http://www.freshsqueezedfashion.com

  39. Stylelista says

    September 17, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    I ended up buying the shoes Lauren is wearing and I am obsessed! Lucky FABB was amazing!

    xoxo Stylelista
    http://www.stylelistaconfessions.com

  40. fleurani says

    September 18, 2012 at 10:34 pm

    wow what a great event, thanks for sharing your experience. Really enjoy your blog, so glad I came across it. You def have a new follower ๐Ÿ™‚ Keep the great work up ๐Ÿ™‚
    By the way you looked beautiful :-9

    http://www.fleurani.blogspot.de
    <3 Ani

  41. FashMags says

    March 31, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    Wow! Seems like such an amazing experience. I took a picture in front of the NYT and it was such an eye opener. It made me realize that I do want to become a writer. One day I'll get there.

    Anyways, this was such a cool post! You got to meet Rachel Zoe which is such an inspiration to me.

    Congrats!

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