Biltmore Christmas Vacation

Today's post is my Biltmore Christmas vacation post!  

It is a bit late, but better late than never!  

I am s happy with how the photos turned out of me outside, wearing my red beret from Aliexpress and my red coat from Amazon.

I finally decided on this outfit for the house tour, because I knew I wanted to wear something pretty, comfortable, and that would keep me warm, but not too hot.  Since we had to take the bus to the Biltmore location, I did not want to carry a huge coat with me, but I certainly did not want to be too cold and miserable.  The red coat I decided on was just the right weight.

I took all of these photos with my Samsung Galaxy S8.  We also did not want to be lugging around a huge DSLR for the tour.  I am very happy with how well they turned out.  Some of the photos are blurry, but that is only because I as not still enough, and did not take the time to make sure I got the shot.

For shoes, I decided to just go with a pair of black flats.  I knew I didn't want to wear any heels when I would be touring such a huge place!

The Biltmore is the largest private home in the United States, did you know?

It really was a beautiful place to see, with lots of gorgeous decor.  It was a great experience, and Vaughan and I had a lot of fun.  The people that worked there, and also the guests were all very nice. 

Vaughan and I stayed at the Village Hotel.  There was live music, and special events, like cookie decorating during our stay.

Have you ever visited the Biltmore?  If so, what was your favorite part?

Long Black Faux Fur Coat

I wore this coat on our trip to Ashville for Christmas.  I have another one just like it, but it is one I used for years so it's not in as good of shape.

The stone wall behind me is part of the Crown Plaza.  That was a very nice place to stay!  We had a nice tme there.

The beret I am wearing is from Aliexpress.  I was so happy it came just in time for our trip to see the Biltmore!  The beret comes in a rainbow of colors, and I received several compliments on it!

Black and White Plaid Jacket

This is one of the outfits I wore on our last day at the Biltmore.  I pretty much wore my flats the whole time.  I wanted to bw comfortable for any walking we would end up doing.  

The Christmas tree behind me is one that was just outside of the Village Hotel.  It was a perfect place to stop and take a few photos!

Vaughan wore a coat my mother bought him last year.  We bought new buttons for it online, and made the coat into a triple-breasted one.  I think it turned out great!

 

Murfreesboro, North Carolina

Vaughn and I spent our first Halloween together in Murfreesboro, North Carolina. We decided going back there today would be a fun way to spend this Halloween.  

We drove by the beautiful Chowan University, and I snapped these OOTD photos on the street, near and in front of the vistor's center.

I remember when we were there before we shopped at the Maxway on Main Street, so we stopped by there again today and bought a few snacks for the road.

I bought the blouse I am wearing a year or so ago with the intention of wearing it for Halloween, because I thought the colors were perfect for the season.  Today, I finally got around to wearing it!  A nice lady even told me she liked my blouse as I was walking into Maxway with Vaughan.

The bag is from Roses, and the leggings are one of those super-soft pairs I bought from Walmart a year or so ago.  I think I bought the belt in L.A.  I thought the bright orange was just perfect for Halloween!

I hope everyone is having a safe and fun Halloween!

Gamiss Gold Sequin Evening Dress

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I just adore this gorgeous, gold dress by Gamiss!  I ordered it in a size small, and the fit was perfect, and the length, too!  It's so rare that I can wear an evening gown and not have it way too long for me.  This dress is the perfect length!

The gold sequins design is very beautiful, and so elegant.  I felt like a golden princess when I wore this gown!  The lace-up in the back keeps things interesting, too, and allows for the perfect fit.

There were so many beautiful items on the Gamiss site, it was hard to choose just a few items!  My dress came neatly packed in it's own zippered bag, and it also came with clear bra straps, but I chose not to use them.  The dress stayed up perfectly fine without them.

But you know what the most amazing thing about this dress is?  It's just $21.78 on sale at Gamiss!  If you have a formal event coming up, you need this dress!

Dress Gamiss

Black Sequin Top

Today I'm posting more photos from my shoot in N.C. with court Room Media.   Let me know what you think!

Photography Court Room Media

Blue Animal Print Mini Dress

I am really happy about how these shots turned out.  These are from my shoot in High Point, North Carolina with Court Room Media. 

Black And White Animal Print Dress

I wore this strapless animal print dress for s shoot with Court Room Media in High Point, North Carolina.

Photography Court Room Media

Dress I.L.U.

Green Ruched Mini Dress

I went for an all-green look during my shoot in High Point, North Carolina with Court Room Media.  I am a fan of ruching, how about you?

Photography Court Room Media

Red and Black Lace Dress

I like the red and black lace combination.  I feel like it has a very Spanish style and look to it.

I wore this outfit for a shoot with Court Room Media in High Point, North Carolina a few months back.  

What's your favorite lace look?