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How is it that July is already LAST MONTH? Goodness gracious, time she is a-flying. Anyways, you probably have the image of Tori and I’s 80’s themed photo shoot still burned in your brain, but today I just had to do a little reminiscing from the actual COCKTAIL event! It was an absolute blast, and the costumes were totally tubular. Of all the decades for a party theme, I think this one is the most FUN and encourages people to really go all out. As you can see from the photos, taken by the wonderful Candace with Rememory Photography, the crowd did not disappoint!

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The Fashion Lounge area at The Doseum was lucky enough to score Jason Dady‘s services for our cocktails, and he brought his A-game! This Tuscan Watermelon Punch had just a hint of vodka, and otherwise tasted like pure, refreshing watermelon. Summer in a glass! I tried at least two, which is a lot for this mama, and have been dreaming about it ever since! Party goers were able to sample this and tons of other cocktails, all handcrafted by the best bartenders in San Antonio. Shockingly I think everyone was still able to walk afterwards, and we left The Doseum in one piece for the kiddos!

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For my hair and makeup I was SO excited to have the fabulous Alicia from The Oxygen Room & Brow Bar create my entire look. There is NO WAY I would have been able to do this on my own, so I was more than happy to be completely in her capable hands. She was also kind enough to bring her girls from the salon in for the event to offer hair crimping and mini-makeovers for guests in the Fashion Lounge! It was amazing to see girls walk in who had the outfit, but not quite the 80’s look, and Alicia’s team transformed them right before our eyes. For my look, we went with a bold, bright eye and a Dynasty-inspired updo. I literally had no idea my hair could even do that. But it was perfect!

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Orlando also made it out for the evening, and I loved having him there to experience what I do. Oftentimes he’s traveling or home with the girls while I host events, so this was the best to do my job, hand out prizes for the BEST DRESSED, and then enjoy the party with him afterwards. In case you missed it, the Fashion Contest prizes were FAB. Here’s just a handful:

Best Dressed Female: Kendra Scott

Best Dressed Male: Kiehl’s

Best Dressed Couple: California Closets

Best Madonna: Voge Boutique

Best Back To The Future: Bossmatic

Best Walk: Camilla Crown

Best Saved By The Bell: Apricot Lane Boutique

Best Hair: The Oxygen Room

Best Makeup: Chalet

Thank you, thank you, thank you, to all these fantastic sponsors for making this a night we won’t soon forget. It wouldn’t have been the same without seeing those KILLER walks down the runway by partygoers of all ages and intoxication levels. 😀

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That seriously may have been the biggest my hair has ever been, and ever will be. SO MUCH FUN! My only regret is that Tori, who was supposed to be my co-host, had some health issues and was unable to be there with me. We’ve hosted so many events together now it felt completely strange to be there without her, but she insisted that we dance to some Madonna for her. I hope we’ll be able to continue making COCKTAIL an annual tradition, because the Current simply throws the BEST parties! Thanks again to everyone for attending, and to the San Antonio Current for partnering with Tori and I. We threw some crazy ideas at you, and you made them all come true with a wonderful evening!

Major thank you as well to Candace with Rememory Photography for capturing the evening in all it’s neon glory. You nailed it! My account coordinator Fernanda also attended and did a fantastic job handling the Haute in Texas Snapchat for the evening. So if you weren’t able to attend, hopefully you were able to be there in spirit through her!

Alright, that’s enough nostalgia for now, so until next year: later, dudes!

XO,

A

P.S. I received compensation in exchange for this post. Don’t worry though, all opinions are my own!

Photography provided by:

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