I recently attended the San Francisco Ballet’s Annual Gala – Not only do I adore the ballet and look forward to getting a chance to support them, but I’ll also take any excuse to get all dressed up. Gowns & formalwear make me extremely happy!
And what’s even better than getting all dressed up for a fun night of glamour & fabulous people watching? Doing it with your girlfriends!
{Shop similar pieces by clicking these hyperlinks: Gown – BCBGMaxAzria, Clutch – Gigi New York, Earrings – Max & Chloe, and Heels – Zara}
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{Photos by Jennymay Villarete of J. Villarete Photography}
{Hair & Make-Up by Klaudia Mayer}
I told you all about the fabulous San Francisco-based company Stylend recently and I was excited to try them out for this event. I tried on a number of gowns and narrowed it down to this lacely black BCBGMaxAzria number.
Next time I may go for something a little more high impact, but this one fit like a dream so I couldn’t pass it up!
Speaking of high impact – I’d like to introduce my gorgeous dates for the evening – The stunning boudoir photographer Rhiannon of Alloria Winter and fabulous food photographer Jessica of Jessica Michelle Photography.
Do YOU enjoy going all out for a formal events?
The earrings!! So gorgeous!! love the dress too!
Glad you enjoyed it!
wow beautiful
Thank you Paul!
You’re so stunning on that black dress! Ahh your earrings is pretty too. I love the color~ <3 <3 #gig
Thank you Loila!
such lovely dresses! You all look great ♥
Thanks Tianna, it was a really fun night!
You look stunning my friend!
xoDonna
Thanks love!
Love your gown! Black is always stunning. And lovely earrings too. 🙂
Thanks – Sometimes classic black is the way to go!
you all look fabulous! love the red lipstick you are using! Ballet is so wonderful, we recently went to see the nuckcracker! ^^
Sorry nutcracker* I’m in my phone 😛
You look amazing! I love your dress – that slip as well! I haven’t been to a formal event since my prom in school lol. But I love any opportunity to go all out!
such a lovely dresses. absolutely love that black dresses. looks elegant.
GIG Love
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Thank you Nella, glad you like the dresses!
You look stunning in the formalwear ! I love all your shots… 😀
Thank you – It was such a fun evening! 🙂
you look stunning ! – http://www.carolinefashionstyling.com/
Thank you Caroline! 🙂
i am totally a long gown person … they r my personal favourite …. i so wish i can wear them all the time. and u look stunning dear
I LOVE long gowns, my favorite!
So glamorous Caity! Looks like you girls had fun! And I love those earrings, they look so gorgeous!
Donah
Glad you like the earrings, I really like that shade of green!
you dress look stunning….especially the thigh opening….and i love your simple yet elegance heel!!
Thank you – Classic black is the way to go sometimes!
ballet is amazing. I think it is one of the greatest form of art. And being all dressed up…well it’s an art and tons of fun as well.
xxx
mari
I couldn’t agree more – I LOVE the ballet. It’s my happy place!
Wow, those dresses are gorgeous! You all look amazing!
Thank you love!
the first picture of you girls, very Gossip Girl! =) I haven’t been to much formal events recently, but this is inspiring me to get out more!
Oooh Gossip Girl, love it! 🙂
You look so stunning in your black gown! Your fair skin also stands out. Nice choice 🙂
You’re so sweet, thank you!
that gown is so beautiful and you’re so gorgeous!! 😀
You’re the sweetest, thank you! 🙂
Caity you look stunning!!! I love everything about your outfit but I especially love your earrings and clutch. I love the ballet as well <3 GIG
Thank you Kaye!
OMG Moi! You look so fabulous on that dress! And the other girls too! This look is very awesome! I hope I can wear something like that in the future!
You’re a doll, thank you for your kind words!
daaaaaang girl. you look amazing! your dress is so nice!
Thank you!
Wow!! You all look gorgeous! Loving all of your dresses! gig
Thank you Natasha!
you look absolutely divine and so do your girlfriends! I have never been to the ballet, I hope to go one day. 🙂 giglove
You’ll LOVE it – It’s such a wonderful experience. There’s little I love more than the ballet!
you look stunning! absolutely love your dress, it’s gorgeous <3
Thank you! It was an amazing evening.