A Day at the Ben

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If you are looking for an upscale summer staycation, look no further than The Ben. This is West Palm’s hottest new luxury hotel, complete with a rooftop pool overlooking the intercostal. This Marriott hotel brings new energy just steps away from downtown.

The Ben features stylish restaurants like Spruzzo and Proper Grit. If you’re in the mood for seafood or southern cuisine, you have come to the right place. Not to mention, the drinks are the sugar on top of a fun day in the sun.

You can sip on a signature cocktail while you take a dip in the rooftop pool. This place is full of photo spots and 360 views. The rooms are modern yet cozy, a perfect place to relax before you hit the bars. This is the perfect place for a girls getaway. I cant wait for my next weekend stay!

 

Book your stay today!

Outfit Details:  Ombre Sunnies .  Hot Pink Bikini

Special thanks to my sister Jana Angel for joining me weekend.

 

50 Shades of Bloggers & Surprise Celebs

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Today I had the pleasure of attending the exclusive “50 Shades of Blogging” brunch, hosted by Ticket2Events. They graciously rolled out the red carpet for local bloggers, and even a few surprise celebs!

I walked into Ravish restaurant with a few of my fellow business babes. We were greeted with rose’ at the bubbly bar and mingled with a few new girlfriends. Stepping out on the patio, we made our way to the photo wall, where we were surprised with a few of our favorite Bravo-lebrities!

New York Housewife, Kristen Taekman and Dallas Housewife, Leeanne Locken were both waiting to meet us. They were so sweet and welcoming, and I couldn’t wait to sit and get to know these Bravo babes.

After our photo-op, came the best part, being seated by both the housewives as they started to spill the tea. If I wasn’t starstruck enough, New Jersey Housewife Jill Zarin made an appearance with her daughter and comedian, Heather McDonald.

I felt like I was starring on a reunion special as the ladies shared all of the Bravo drama from costar secrets to lawsuits and more. As a bonus, Heather McDonald heard my friends and I were interested in attending her show, so she gifted us VIP passes for that night!

I must say, this was an amazing day, filled with surprise guests and rose’. It was such a great opportunity  to mix and mingle with fellow bloggers and have a meet and greet with my favorite reality stars. I can’t wait to see what the next event has in store!

 

Shoutout to a few of my new friends:

@lizbiztv @thesocialhummingbird @themagicalmundanelife

@ticket2events @ravish_restaurant

 

 

Lilly Pulitzer Loves Palm Beach

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As many of you may know, I work for Lilly Pulitzer at the Breakers in Palm Beach. So I thought I would give you all a virtual tour of the top places to find Lilly in the town that it all started!

First stop… Worth Avenue. This is Palm Beach’s most luxurious street, lined with high end restaurants and boutiques. The first Lilly store was opened in the vias off of Worth Avenue in 1960. Fast forward to current day, the new flagship store arrived to Worth in 2018, right before I made my way to town.

This shop is more of a showroom than a store. The walls are a work of art, and the store has special features, like a juice stand and a make your own shift station. If you’re lucky, you might even see Melissa, one of Lilly’s artists, painting Lilly live!

Next stop, let’s hop on our bikes and head to The Breakers. This five-star resort is one of the most prestigious hotels in town. I must say, I am lucky to work at the Lilly store inside this idyllic destination.

Lilly Pulitzer is located in the heart of the hotel, The Palm Courtyard. This picturesque square of stores surrounds a serene area to relax by the fountain. Make your way through the doors to see our store, for an intimate shopping experience.

Walking in, you will see the walls are covered in colors and shells, and there is a coral chandelier overhead. As you make your way over to try on a signature shift, you will see the most delightful fitting rooms that make for a fab photo op! Be sure to pick up an exclusive Breakers tote and scarf to commemorate your stay. On your way out you will see our favorite farewell: “Do we have to leave?

I’m so happy here…”

After your stay, if you’re still in search for a Lilly fix, look no further than C. Orrico. This Palm Beach store was started by three chic sisters, right down the road. They carry Lilly Pulitzer, along with several other beachy brands, sure to please any local prepster.

I hope you have enjoyed your tour of all the fabulous Palm Beach Lilly stores. Stay tuned for more as I explore my new life beneath the palms!

Locations:

Lilly Pulitzer  .  561-653-8282  .  240 Worth Avenue

Lilly Pulitzer at the Breakers  .  561- 653- 6360  .  1 South County Road

C. Orrico  .  561-659-1284  .  336 South County Road

Photo Credit:

Berkley McGaughey Photography

Palm Beach or Bust

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Heading into 2019, I am already making my resolutions a reality. I have always dreamed of living in Florida and working for Lilly, and I am proud to announce that I have already made both these dreams come true!

The stars suddenly aligned as I took a chance and applied for the Lilly Pulitzer store at the Breakers. I have been envisioning myself in this setting for a year since I first set my sights here. After my visit to this dreamy destination, I did everything in my power to steer my life towards south Florida.

Everything fell into place when my interviews one day turned into a job acceptance that afternoon. I was in disbelief as I came to realize that this step was the first towards the rest of my life. Everything was about to change, and this time it was just for me.

I packed my bags and hit the road with a backseat full of boxes and the rest in the rear view. It was then that it sank in that its been a year since the car accident that turned my world upside down. This job, this move, this drive… has turned my life right side up again, in the direction I’ve always dreamed of.

Making it to Palm Beach and moving in with my big sister in our dream apartment on the water, I have never felt more at home. I love where my life has led me, and it truly showed me that all this time of developing in the darkness, I truly found my light!

 

Special thanks to  everyone who helped me through this past year

and guided me to my greatest goal. I cant wait to see what the new year has in store!

 

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