New Studio Open House!

I was intending to get out to RCC tonight, but just couldn't muster the energy.  I've been in high gear the last month getting ready to open up my new studio!  The transformation is pretty amazing (to me at least) and the space is almost ready. 

So it's with great excitement that I announce my Grand Opening this Wednesday, August 1st!  Come as early as 10am for coffee, tea, snacks, and some great conversation.  Or if you can't come in the morning, feel free to drop by in the afternoon.  There is space to dress when you arrive, and either schedule an appointment for makeup with me or do your own makeup.  You are also welcome to use the facilities to go back to drab at the end of the day. 

The important point is that I want to introduce everyone to my new studio space, and give people one more place to feel comfortable and meet others.  All I ask is for an RSVP; shoot me an email or give me a call if you plan on stopping by and I will send you some directions to get here.

It's been a long road to this point, and I'm looking forward to sharing this dream come true with others :)

RCC and Triangles

I love travelling around, but for the summer I'm making a concerted effort to stay a little closer to home and see people a little more locally.  So I managed to get myself down to Triangles for the Fetish Prom and to both RCC meetings this month (and one off-night at RCC).  I was glad to see a dozen or so people at RCC each time I went, but wish the turnout was a little better.  I've been when there's 25+, and it's SOOO much more fun with more girls in attendance.  In any case, here are some pics from my four clubbing weekends in a row this month.  Next scheduled night for me is Triangles on 7/14.  Take out your swimsuits for the "Beach Blanket Bingo" theme!

Busy gal

Since the last post I've been to Canada for the Gals' Spring Fling, driven through 10 states, and gone to RCC twice.  Much to update on, and I will post pics.  Upcoming events are Triangles in Danbury on 6/16.  The theme is "Fetish Prom" and this month everyone will be staying at the Maron hotel.  Next weekend, June 23, I'll be at RCC again.  Summer is kicking up and looks like Saturdays will be well-attended during the nice weather.

So the trip to Gananoque, Ontario for the Gals' Spring Fling had a rough start.  I thought to pull out my passport the night before and put it into my purse so I wouldn't forget it.  Great idea, right?  Right....except it was nowhere to be found.  I tore my house apart looking for it, but since the last time I used it I wasn't even living in this house, I seriously wondered if I had completely lost it.  I was also dreading telling my sister Maureen that our planned trip might be cancelled because I wouldn't be able to cross the border.  I got very little sleep that night, and continued looking the next day.  About four hours after we had planned to start driving, I found it.  I quickly packed some clothes and we hit the road.

Maureen and I got as far as Utica, NY and caught a quick nap at a hotel there.  We continued early in the morning, and arrived in Gananoque with an hour to spare before the first activity we registered for.  We were to have lunch down the road in Rockport and then take a boat to Heart Island.  Heart Island is absolutely gorgeous.  There is the huge Boldt Castle and several outbuildings currently being restored.  They were originally a gift of love from George Boldt to his wife Louise, but building ceased and the island left to nature when Louise died suddenly.  The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority is doing a beautiful job with the huge amount of work restoring and maintaining the island. 

After about three hours left to ourselves to wander the island, everyone got back on the boat and we had a tour of the Thousand Islands of the St. Lawrence Seaway.  When we returned to the hotel, Charith was waiting for us.  Charith is a good friend that Maureen and I know from our high school days, and since he lived a mere 90 minutes away in Ottawa, we convinced him to come hang out with us for the weekend.  While the rest of the gals went to see Nunsense II at the local playhouse, Maureen, Charith and I headed to Ottawa to see his current stomping grounds. 

The highlight of the next day (Friday) was getting to know some of the girls before dinner and dancing at the Royal Canadian Legion.  There were many opportunities, including my favorite, the speed meeting.  As I moved from person to person, it got harder to move along after only five minutes.  It definitely succeeded in making everyone feel more comfortable chatting later on.  Friday also offered a presentation by Jan Brown about Fantasia Fair, which I will be attending and presenting at in October.  And of course dinner at the Legion was excellent, but dancing with the band afterwards was the best.  The band, The Reasons, were fantastic and foolishly left a spare mic set up which no one was shy about grabbing to play lead singer for a song or two. 

Saturday brought a pool party, best legs contest, and decorating for the big dinner Saturday night.  The weather was perfect for being outside, and I like to pretend I got a tan in the couple hours I was out in the sun.  Maureen and Charith wandered along Gananoque's main street to do some souvenier shopping while I helped transform the hotel's restaurant into our ballroom with plenty of balloons.  Before dinner was a fashion show, where a handful of girls modelled outfits purchased at Sears the day before.  The styles ranged from daytime casual to cocktail hour appropriate, and everyone had a great time with the show.  Dinner was a buffet, and everything was delicious.  The band of the night was the Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo and played cajun and zydeco style music, to which everyone danced the night away.

Sunday was a lot of sad goodbyes as we exchanged contact info with new friends and packed everything for the long drive home.  Even Charith, who didn't know anyone other than Maureen and I, had an excellent time.  I'm already looking forward to next year.

Back in time

Saturday night Triangles was host to an 80's Fashion Flashback theme.  Cue the neon colors, lace, and leather!  I adore going all out for themes when I have the time to pull something together, which I definitely did this month!  Even though I know I only missed one party, it felt like forever since I've been down to Danbury.  It was soooo good to see everyone and catch up.  The day was hot, but the night was perfect for going out, and many people took full advantage of the patio.  Here's a couple of my favorite pics from the night.  Enjoy!

            

Important news!

Next week I head up to Canada for the Gals' Spring Fling.  There's so many fun outings on the itinerary, and I'm so excited to be a part of it!  As an added bonus, my sister will be coming with me, which really doubles the amount of fun I'd have (especially on the 7 hour car ride each way). 

After the Spring Fling I was scheduled to go to Be All in Chicago.  Unfortunately, none of the elements lined up early enough, and I decided to skip 2012.  Hopefully 2013 will come together a little more smoothly, and I will be able to attend. 

On a final and exciting note, I will begin working out of my home in Thompson, CT.  This is my first step toward creating a more open space with plenty of room for social time and photo shoots.  Additionally, I will have lots of shoes/clothes/accessories available to borrow.  I plan to decorate the space in the Golden Age of Hollywood style.   Hooray for Hollywood!  

Hopefully all will be done sometime in July, but will definitely keep everyone posted! This new space will allow me to fulfill more requests for people, and be more flexible on timing for appointments.

I would like to thank the Glamour Boutique for all the help and wish it future success.

Last call for the Fantasy Ball!

Tomorrow night is the Glamour Boutique Fantasy Ball.  It will be held at the Indian Meadows Country Club in Westborough from 8pm-1am.  Feel free to come early to change into your outfit right on site.  It's not too late to book a makeover; just send me an email!  I will have Marianna working with me there to help as many girls get ready as possible.

Hope to see you all there!

Keystone Conference!

Next week I'll be heading to Harrisburg, PA for the 4th Annual Keystone Conference.  Last year I had such a great time, so I'm very excited for this year's trip down.  I'll be available for makeovers Thursday, Friday and Saturday.  I still have appointments open, so if you'll be there and are interested, send me an email!

Fantasy Ball!

Another party at the Indian Meadows Country Club in Westborough is in the works!  Glamour Boutique is organizing and hosting the party, based on the great time everyone had at the Halloween party in October.  Mark your calendars for April 20th, 8pm-1am.  Come dressed in fantasy attire, your classiest finery, or just in your favorite outfit.  Just keep it PG...or maybe PG-13. 

For those who haven't been, Indian Meadows is a great location.  It's right on Route 9 in Westborough, but is set back from the road so there's a lot of privacy.  There is space to change in right at the country club, and there are two rooms for the party.  There's a decent sized bar area, and a larger room with a dance floor.  Paula Howard will be DJing again, so be prepared to make good use of the dance floor!  There will be some snacks, and I'll be available for makeovers during the day at Glamour Boutique and also on-site in Westborough starting (most likely) around 6pm.  Book early; the last party at Indian Meadows I was booked solid all day.

Everyone that attended the Halloween party had a great time; it's a group of fun people and a classy, discrete location.  For more info, send me a message, or contact John at Glamour Boutique directly by emailing jwarrener@aol.com or calling 508-721-7800.

Triangles....again

It seems like the January party at Triangles just happened, and here we are coming up on the February party.  January’s Bettie Page Tribute was really great; many people attending paid tribute with Bettie’s signature hairstyle, polka dotted dresses, or pinup outfits.  This week is Valentine’s Day hangover theme, which includes lingerie.  Lingerie is always a popular theme, so I’m sure everyone will be decked out in their boudoir finery. 

I hope everyone had a lovely Valentine’s Day!  Even if you don’t have someone special to be romantic with, it’s a nice day to tell a friend you care about them.