LBDC Is Coming to Dallas, TX!

I first became acquainted with the Little Black Dress Club, while doing research on the internet for social organizations that were geared toward women and philanthropy.  I was contemplating starting a business/organization using the same concept and was thrilled when I learned that LBDC and I shared the same vision and I inquired about becoming a Director. My thought process was “Why reinvent the wheel?” and the fact that there were already established chapters would make it so much easier to “pitch” the organization to women in my community.

I wanted to become a Director because I am all about empowering women!  I am always encouraging friends, family, coworkers, and even strangers that I can come in contact with to “GET OUT AND LIVE” (GOAL).   I am a “Serial Volunteer” and my experience in assisting numerous organizations in the areas of planning and hosting events has enabled me to develop strong interpersonal skills and I do believe that the Dallas chapter will be successful  and an asset to the LBDC organization.

I am in the planning stages of hosting our Launch and Membership Party!   A simple, yet stylish, chic brunch or cocktail party will be the theme.  I am very detail-oriented, so the perfect venue, ambiance, great food, and of course and always, a signature cocktail for the occasion!

Although I am a Louisiana native, I do love Dallas. Dallas is a large city that is very versatile and provides an atmosphere for everyone.  Whatever your mood dictates, you can find it here.  The shopping is absolutely unbelievable and holds true to the saying, “Everything’s Bigger in Texas!”

I have so many favorite quotes, but if I have to select one it would be, “Be yourself.  Everyone else is taken.”  I love individualism. Unfortunately, the media and television has depicted the friendships of women in such a negative light.  While I do believe these images are a sad existence and some are sensationalized, this has not been my reality, thankfully.   As women, we have so many commonalities and of course, many differences.   We have to learn to love ourselves and accept all that we are, and make changes where we can and accept those that we cannot.

I am a yoga and wine enthusiast who enjoys traveling, music, reading, writing, hosting and entertaining, all things eclectic and vintage. I am excited to be the Director for the new Dallas Chapter.  I am looking forward to networking with all of the Directors and sharing ideas to make LBDC even more phenomenal!

Cheers!

PJ Barnes
LBDC Director, Dallas

My Hubby's Shirt as Dress?

Sometimes, my brain is not working (well, not literally or else I'm dead now). So, when I cannot think of any to wear, I just pull some dress out from my closet. Dress saves me when outfit dilemma attacks. With the dress, I will not think of what top or bottom that needs suiting. I know I am very late to get into boyfriend shirt bandwagon but I think I need to post how I wear my husband's shirt. 

No, I'm just kidding. It is not his. It is solely owned by yours truly. 

This is what I wore when we collected our pay check in Ortigas Center last week. Since it is the only appointment we had, I planned ahead to take the chance of the free time after. We stopped by at our favorite place for outfit shot somewhere along Shaw Boulevard.

You will be fooled in the first glance with this shirt dress. You would really think I borrowed this from my husband. But if you'll take a look at the pockets, it was designed just below the waist and not in the chest area for you to think over that this is actually made as shirt dress for women.

I also love the fabric. It weighs like a bit of denim jeans but lighter, so definitely this is a thick fabric that will keep me warm also. It has also an option to fold the sleeves to 3/4's or just lay it down depends on my mood and of course, the weather.

I paired my shirt dress with this fringe leather bag. I don't know what came to me but this bag is shouting like "pick me! pick me!" from the rack. Hence, the boho kind sort of outfit was the result. 

I also picked this black flats to pair with my fringe bag.

[ Homebase dress shirt, vintage fringe leather bag, Australian shoes ]

We really missed the sundown shots but we took few shots only as I am under whitening program for my face. Lol! Just kidding again. I am just so hungry that time but every time I turn my back heading to the nearest establishment to eat some, my hubby would call me saying "last shot" and click the camera again and again. Hmm... I think I am lucky to have a hubby that enjoys taking photos of me. (Huge grin).

That's it for now.

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