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Drinking, Networking, and a Giveaway

02/07/14 | New York City, photography



A few weeks ago, pre-knee surgery and pre-crutches, one of my blog sponsors, Smirnoff, was kind enough to invite me to an event.  The Salon was an three hour mixer that brought together a few dozen entrepreneurs, primarily women, from around New York City.  I was surprised that I qualified but I guess as an entrepreneur with this here blog of mine.

The premise was for young women to meet each other, share their stories, and network to become even more successful.  The event started off with a two hour open bar with Smirnoff cocktails. I was happy to see them so prominently displayed and the bartenders had three great drink cocktail options made with the sorbet flavors. The invite stated:

“The best way to predict the future is to CREATE it.” – Peter Drucker.  Come celebrate 2014 and mingle with local NYC entrepreneurs.  Tuesday  January 23rd 6-9pm  at Above Allen 

Event includes:

  • Speciality cocktails from Smirnoff 
  • Appetizers from Blue Ribbon and Hot Blondies Bakery
  • Music by DJ Swami 

Above Allen is a great rooftop bar in SoHo found on the sixth floor of the Thompson Hotel.  In the summer the roof semi-retracts for a wonderful breath of fresh air but because this was during the polar vortex it was shut tight.  Take a look at the event:

Thank you to the adorable Jennifer Bobe, the Brooklyn based photographer who took these shots! Goodness knows was too busy drinking, talking, and digging through my bag for business cards to take photos at the event.   
There are some days when I question why I live in New York City – my rent is ridiculous, everything is over priced, it is crowded, it is dirty, and it is loud.  It is nights like these that make me forget all of that and remind me that those are the things that make New York special, those are the things I love about my city! 
Ps.  This is the third post this week with a picture, heck, 
you might this is turning into a fashion blog or something!

PPS.  I have another phenomenal giveaway for you! Today, Simple Moments Stick is two!  Birthday parties are the best way to celebrate but, since we can’t all get together to party, a group of twenty-three bloggers teamed up to offer up an absolutely AMAZING prize!!!

It’s a $200 Paypal Cash Giveaway!!!

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Comments

  1. Alyssa Ponticello says

    February 12, 2014 at 1:33 pm

    Looks like it was so much fun…still bummed the stupid subway kept me from getting there!

    • Kelly says

      February 12, 2014 at 1:40 pm

      I know 🙁 Maybe the third time will be the charm!

  2. Niki Caron says

    February 10, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    This looks like so much fun!

    • Kelly says

      February 10, 2014 at 9:45 pm

      Thanks Niki, it really was a blast!

  3. Catie says

    February 10, 2014 at 11:37 am

    That sushi looks so good, now I’m starving! Love the giveaway 🙂

    • Kelly says

      February 10, 2014 at 11:39 am

      Thanks Catie, it was delicious and good luck in the giveaway!

  4. Clever Girl Reviews says

    February 8, 2014 at 5:01 am

    Man, that event looks super fun and delicious! I also love your top, great texture.
    http://www.clevergirlreviews.com

    • Kelly says

      February 9, 2014 at 7:34 pm

      Thanks so much, it is from C. Wonder!

  5. Joe says

    February 7, 2014 at 4:21 pm

    How do you get invited to this? Is it only women?

    • Kelly says

      February 7, 2014 at 5:49 pm

      I was invited through Smirnoff and no, both men and women were there!

  6. Elise says

    February 7, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    This makes me want to drink and eat sushi! Happy Friday to all and to all a good weekend!

    • Kelly says

      February 7, 2014 at 5:49 pm

      Thanks Elise!

Hi, I am Kelly and welcome to Sparkles and Shoes, a fashion, travel, and lifestyle blog.  I am a New York City girl at heart but I moved to London in the Spring of 2018!

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