If you follow Blush Out West and Wren on Social Media you know her big day is fast approaching. The engagement seemed like a long one but the months have flown by. Wren and Jake got engaged back on Christmas Eve of 2022 and she got started knocking things off her list right away. In fact, I haven't had to help much at all! I've been here to run a few ideas by, shop for the wedding dress and pay a few deposits. I'm frequently reminded that when I got married almost 27 years ago, things were different, and yes, they do this now. No kidding, I walked away with 10 blurry photos and memories of doing the Macarena all night...
Our first ever Cowgirl Code of the West Retreat was nothing short of amazing. It was one of those rare times when you realize the women, activities, topics and destination all came together to give a once in a lifetime experience for those that were in attendance, Wren and I included! Here's a recap of all that the weekend included and an intro to each gal that joined us. Give them a follow on IG! ~ Hostess with the mostess, retreat planner and Innovative Marketing presenter, our very own trailblazer, Wren LeVan. ...
Wow. Western Fashion reached a whole new level at this year's NFR! The creativity, fashion forward trends and style was phenomenal! There is going to be some serious pressure next year. At this rate, the NFR is going to be THE new Red Carpet Event. Let's take a look at our favorites. ~~~ Fashion Forward Trend Setter goes to......Anna Frentress (@Hooked.af ) We are so in love with her retro equestrian look. You know we love our thrifted pieces, mixed in with a bit of new so her retro western vibe is right on target with all that we love!! It's classy, it's western, it's vintage, it's detailed, it's amazing! It's a mood... ~~~ Best Custom Made Piece....goes to Cowgirl Cait (@Cowgirl.cait)....
You know those items in your closet that you reach for over and over and you'd buy all over again? Do you have a few things that you'd never part with? We want to hear what they are and we'll tell you what ours are! Some things are just plain comfortable, so you're always wearing them. Your favorite pair of leggings or sweatshirt are always hard to part with. Others are just so special that they'll be a staple, maybe forever. Like the Louis Vuitton bag or Gucci belt you saved and saved for. Those are pieces you'll have forever and one day they'll be vintage and your daughter or granddaughter will want them! I'm still hoarding a pink Gucci...
Tis the season to be Christmas shopping! It's always a challenge to come up with unique gifts for all those on your list. Here at Blush Out West we try our best to support small business when gift giving and we love when others share their great finds with us, giving us ideas to store away. So, we thought we'd share some of our favorite things, whether we've come across them, given them as gifts or even received as gifts. We truly appreciate all the support we receive as a small biz from our amazing shoppers, so wanted to share with you other small businesses with amazing product. ...
