THE RECAP: 6th Annual New Friends Holiday Party!

Cheers to a very successful party!

Ladies & Gentlemen...I'm back and as per usual there has been a lot happening! I took a mini-hiatus to spend much needed time to myself, nurture a few relationships, work a little harder, learn some new things, plan a few trips and most importantly plan my favorite party of the year! This is our 6th year hosting the New Friends Party and needless to say, it's always a lot of work in the planning process (a little bit of stressing lol) but somehow, we always manage to pull of a successful event! Our planning/brainstorming usually happens at the tail end of the summer where we start to meet periodically to discuss logistics and responsibilities of committee members. Our goal is to strive for greatness yet keeping in mind that tis' the season to give back, so we always involve a different charity each year to spread our wings, you know and to ensure that our party is one of those parties people can't stop talking about. We are all about making new connections and having so much fun that you can leave all your problems at home and come and turn up with us (in the classiest way possible of course) lol.

2015 New Friends Host Committee: Pamela, Derrick, Giorgio, Stephanie, myself & Andre (not pictured).

This year was no different and I have to say this was by far one of the best parties we've planned thus far. From the planning committee (shout-out to Andre, Derrick, Giorgio, Pam & Stephanie) down to the amazing charity organization we chose (Ashley thank you for educating us on the Junior Achievement Board), the photo-booth (Capcity Booth we will be back!) and DJ 5'9 for the back-to-back music our friends thoroughly enjoyed! I couldn't have asked for a better way to bring in the holidays than with a few old and new friends. So without further delay, here is an exclusive sneak peek into the 6th Annual New Friends Holiday Party!

 

Here's the quick skinny on my look this year, I was inspired by Khloe Kardashian's Great Gatsby look she rocked for her mom's 65th birthday party here. Although I don't have 16K coins to spend on a fabulous dress and bejeweled headpiece I knew the era I wanted to bring to life. Huge thank you to my glam squad Lola for the flawless face and Skyler for my blunt hair cut.

 

HEAD TO TOE:

 

Headpiece from Womens Exotic Cleopatra Beaded Belly Dance Head Cap (I did DIY project once I received the headpiece by cutting off the dangling beads to create a more chic and effortless look)

Gold Coast Gown by Pamella Rolland from Rent The Runway

Earrings, midi-rings & bracelet from ALDO accessories 

Clutch by ZARA

Shoes (not pictured) are Jimmy Choo 

 

Now let's get back to this fabulous party that went down last weekend....

 

 

 



 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I hope you all had an amazing time, we had such a blast and can't wait for next year!! Stay tuned for future New Friends Events that maybe coming sooner than later! I want to personally wish everyone a very blissful Christmas, I'll be back next week with some new posts :)

 

*bows out gracefully*

YOU'RE INVITED: 6th Annual New Friends Holiday Party!

You're cordially invited to the 6th Annual New Friends Holiday Party!

 

Tis' the season for the 6^th Annual New Friends Holiday Party and this year we are making it one to remember! If you've been to our parties in the past you know the crowd is always filled with DC's most fabulous socialites and young professionals in one room dancing the night away to their favorite tunes while sipping our signature cocktails and making some new friends. Since our photo-booth was such a HIT last year we are doing it again along with raffle prizes!!

Ticket purchase(s) includes a 2hour open bar (10pm-12am) & complimentary hor d'oeuvres.

What’s a holiday party without making a charitable donation to an organization we feel passionate about? A portion of this year’s proceeds will go to the Junior Achievement of Greater Washington. Learn more here: http://www.myja.org/about/mission/.

Venue: Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar

223 Pennsylvania Avenue SE Washington, DC 20003

9pm-1am

 

Music by DJ 5’9 

 

Formal attire required.

We expect tickets to sell out early so we strongly encourage you to buy your tickets now! Tickets cannot be purchased at the door.

FYI-You do not have to print your tickets but please be ready to show CONFIRMATION of ticket purchase via phone. Get your tickets HERE!

Hashtag for social media: #NFHolidayParty

We thank you in advance for your support!

RECAP: Ms. Style & Grace Turns 5 Anniversary Party!

Last week I celebrated the 5 Year Anniversary of Ms. Style & Grace with my family and friends, it was truly a memorable night. The night was filled with speciality cocktails provided by D'Usse and lots of laughter, picture taking and great conversation. This party was especially special to me because I announced my newest business venture as a Style & Image Consultant. My website launched the day after the anniversary party and the feedback has been nothing but of amazing and encouraging. 

With the help of C'est Belle Event Planning (Mahalia--YOU'RE AMAZING!) my vision for this very special milestone came to life. The pink and gold accents through out the restaurant and lounge was perfect and venue was so accommodating. Thank you to the staff at The Graham hotel, D'Usse team, C'est Belle, Urban Sweetheart, Marc Photography, Rent The Runway, and everyone who came out to celebrate this very special moment. Check out an exclusive peek into #MsStyleAndGraceTurns5 

How amazing is this set-up? C'est Belle did her thing! The first 25 guests who RSVP'd to the party received really cute giftbags complete with glitter bottles of champagne! 

D'Usse was flowing all night and I have Brenden, Tyler and Aleka to thank for that! 

Lexie, thank you for your hospitality! If you're looking for the perfect venue to host a party definitely check out The Graham hotel and tell Lexie I sent you :)

Love my VSU girls! 

So happy to see my "Kelly Rowland" sisters, we've been at it for decades! #friendship

Thank you God for giving me these two men in my life, they are my bestfriends but more like family. 

My sister from another mister, she motivates me to be better! 

So happy to have met Damion, he styled me for the night. How amazing is this Matthew Williamson dress? Special thank you to Rent The Runway-Georgetown, for always taking care of me. 

As long as I got my suit & tie. Dapper gentlemen!

My doll came out to support, always happy to see her!

G taught me! #youknew

Grateful to have my bestie supporting me for the night, love you boo!

Nothing like family, I mean nothing...

Posed it up with my Asia doll!

Kisses for my Emily!

Candid of me announcing the future of Ms. Style & Grace and www.Schuntel-Alexis.com (so glad I held it together and didn't cry lol). This was such a surreal moment! I was once told "When it's your time it's your time, shine bright" and I never forgot that. Patience has been the greatest clutch to me starting my business, and trusting that when the time comes that my dreams will manifest...happy to say the time has come and I'm shining ya'll. So grateful!   

Annette, a one-a-kind friend. So happy to have this Fab-Mommy out for the night!

Team No Chill was in full effect (minus 1), sometimes you meet people and you just click. Can't really describe the connection we all have with one another but it's a love and support that keeps giving!

My family is my existence, they've taught me how to strong and independent. I credit them for most of my accomplishments, so happy to have them support another Schuntel party lol. 

Nate x Zahra x Pam = Dope! 

More than co-workers more like a friendship you never want to let go. Love you Candi!

Two people I can't get enough of, love you Wenny & D!

Great to have the support of one of my favorites! #Elon 

Only person missing is my dad, although he couldn't be there physically his love and support was felt. I'm so obsessed with this picture!! 

Photo-booth realness! 

 

Hugs & Smiles!

 

Aleka, thank you for everything! D'Usse was the perfect touch to my event!

Urban Sweetheart Owner, Sirdonea and my college friend Kamal having a few laughs!

Got DJ Pknock to stop thru! 

I hope you all enjoyed this recap, it was a long time coming but I'm moving confidently in the direction of my dreams. God has been such an integral part of this process that I know that with all that I've learned with blogging that I can add Entrepreneur to my name confiently. No worries, I'll still be blogging just adding more things on the to-do list. I'm very grateful to have a great support system and rock of a family to uplift me and keep me accountable. Since, I've launched www.Schuntel-Alexis.com I have received many calls, texts, emails and words of encouragement in addition to several styling service requests. God is working! 2015 has been very good to me so far, I'm learning so much in every aspect of my life. Enough with the mushy talk (I'm getting a little emotional and it's 4am--I should be sleep lol) but I'm excited for my future and the lives that I can touch through my styling services. So, Happy Monday everyone...continue to chase your dreams, find what makes you smile and love the people God gave you! 

*bows out gracefully*