#bikiniespy FAQ

What is #bikiniespy?

#bikiniespy is a Special Olympics Calgary fundraiser. espy is outfitting the first 100 girls lined up outside espy in their BIKINIS and COWBOY BOOTS in $500 of clothing from our SPONSORS for FREE with a minimum suggested donation of $100 to SOC.

BUT! That’s not all that’s happening! espy is also throwing a GOURMET STAMPEDE BREAKFAST with the help of Craft Beer Market and Executive Chef Paul McGreevy. He has created a delicious menu for our fancy Stampede fundraiser! Think stuffed French toast, breakfast wraps, smoothies…to die for!

When is #bikiniespy?

Saturday, July 7th – the VERY FIRST SATURDAY OF THE 100TH YEAR OF THE CALGARY STAMPEDE!

What time do I need to be there if I want to stand in line for the sponsored clothing?

EARLY!!! 50 spots have already been RESERVED in the line up. Which means, there are ONLY 50 spots up for grabs! You won’t want to miss out on the fabulous sponsored clothing! Styling will commence at 8:30am.

Reserved Spots??

There are NO RESERVED SPOTS AVAILABLE! In order to have a RESERVED SPOT in the #bikiniespy line-up, you had to send a photo to espy of yourself in a bikini early in May. Those who did send in a photo will be notified on May 29th if they made the cut! There will only be 50 open spots available on the morning of July 7th – so you’re gonna have to get up early!

What do I get for standing in line in my bikini????

JEANS from Fidelity, DENIM JACKET and STAMPEDE TOP from Mavi, TANK TOP from RD Style, AND a white COWBOY HAT from Calgary’s Stampede Institution – Smithbilt Hats.

You will ALSO receive a complimentary ticket to our Stampede Breakfast, including a one-time use, one per person 20% off coupon to espy to be used anytime after the breakfast is over.

Can I wear a cover-up?

You can … but if it’s OVER 12 inches long … it will be tossed by espy’s very own stylist Clark Whetstone!

This event is about feeling great about your body no matter what shape or size or diet you are or aren’t on. If there is one thing espy can do, it’s send you out the doors looking and feeling fabulous – so come to us in your bikini and we will send 100 girls out the door looking insanely hot for a morning of Stampeding at the espy breakfast!

When does the breakfast start?

The breakfast runs from 8am to 12pm.

What is happening at the breakfast?

The Coachmen will be playing all morning for your entertainment! ILLFX Entertainment will be dancing between sets and teaching everyone at the breakfast the SUNFEST SECRET! You will also be able to snap some photos with rodeo contestants and local celebrities! (Rumor has it W. Brett Wilson, the Premier, a couple hockey players, and tv personalities will be in attendance!) You can also compete against a Special Olympic Athlete at our game center, ALL while enjoying your stuffed French toast!

How much is a ticket to the #bikiniespy Stampede Breakfast?

Tickets are $45 with proceeds going directly to Special Olympics Calgary. When you purchase a ticket for $45, you will also receive a one-time use, one per person 20% off coupon to espy. This coupon can be used at anytime after the breakfast has finished (ie. after 12pm on Saturday, July 7th).

How can I get my hands on a ticket to the breakfast?

Tickets are available in store.

GREEN OPTION:

Patrons of the breakfast are encouraged to bring their own dishes and cutlery to the breakfast and have them washed for a $2 donation by a Special Olympic athlete and volunteers.

What is the Dress Code for this event?

It’s Stampede! So please come in your Western Wear!

Big, GIANT, HUGE thank-you to all of our incredible sponsors for allowing us to pull of this fundraiser! Fidelity, Mavi, RD Style, Smithbilt Hats, Rangeland, ABCRC, Craft Beer Market, and our neighbours Little Rock!

xoxoxox

the espy stylists

espy Flash Mob FAQ

…Wondering what the Sunfest Secret is??? Well if you haven’t already figured it out, espy is doing a FLASH MOB during Inglewood’s Sunfest Festival with the help if the ILLFX dance crew and the Sunfest Festival! Wondering out to get involved? Check out www.espyflashmob.com for all the info you need.

However, here are some answers to your burning questions:

1. When is the flash mob taking place?

• the espy flash mob is happening on SATURDAY, AUGUST 4th at 4pm during Inglewood’s Sunfest Festival.

2. Where is the flash mob happening?

• on 9th Ave SE in Inglewood!
• Dancers from ILLFX will be positioned on mini stages along 9th Ave to lead the flash mob dance!

3. How can I learn the dance?

• There are 3 ways to learn the espy flash mob choreography:

1. The instructional video 
2. Attend a community dance class
3. Is your dance studio, gym, school, etc holding a flash mob class? Attend the class!

4. I’ve learned the choreography – but I need a refresher!

• Good news! espy will hosting CHOREOGRAPHY REFRESHER classes the last week of July. Check www.espyflashmob.com for dates.
• You can always watch the espy flash mob instructional video, lead by Edgar Gilbert-Reyes! He’s a great teacher…even on video!

5. What if I am a TERRIBLE dancer?

• You have absolutely nothing to worry about! Even the espy stylists were able to pick it up in under an hour. The choreography is simple and fun – and even if you can’t get it down – interpretive dancing is always acceptable!

6. Where can I share photos and videos of me learning the flash mob dance?

• We really want to ENCOURAGE all those participating to share with the espy flash mob team! We want to see you WORKING those moves! Upload your videos and photos to our Facebook event. Tweet your YouTube fun to us! Shake that booty and show us what you’ve got!
• Need a little EXTRA incentive to SHARE? There will be a CONTEST for the BEST videos with some AMAZING prizes – including a FREE master dance class with So You Think You Can Dance Canada alums Edgar Gilbert-Reyes and Miles Faber!

7. If I have more questions, who can I contact?

• Please EMAIL all questions or requests for additional information to tianna@espyexperience.com. Tianna will respond to you within a couple days!

8. Are you a dance studio? Teacher? Fitness instructor? and interested in having your class learn the choreography and participate in the flash mob?

• Email Tianna (tianna@espyexperience.com) or Jaclyn (jaclyn@espyexperience.com) to schedule your FREE choreography lesson with one of the ILLFX dance crew members!

xoxoxox

the espy stylists

Making Changes Fashion Show

Last week, espy stylist Amelia and I were lucky enough to attend and participate in the Making Changes Association Volunteer Appreciation Night. We worked with the wonderful volunteer coordinator, Amanda, and supplied a couple outfits for their fashion show – for the entertainment of the very hard working and dedicated volunteers who do amazing work at Making Changes each and every day.

If you haven’t heard of the Making Changes Association, let me tell you a little bit about them! The goal of this organization is to “Create futures for women.” They do this through their Walk-in Closet program – which provides new and gently used clothing for women with financial difficulties. Making Changes also provides the Employment and Life Skills Programs for immigrant women, which helps give these women the information they need for educational programs, foreign qualifications, and entering into the work force.

Their program is very focused and effective and the volunteers are truly committed to their organization’s goal. Their new offices are beautiful (pink!) and well deserved by this amazing team. As part of their appreciation night, volunteers were awarded for their years of service. When we heard 12 years – we thought … ya, she definitely deserves a night off!

espy was invited to be a part of the fashion show, which featured other retailers from Calgary and the surrounding area. Amelia styled the lovely volunteer models Sarah and Michelle. Amelia’s theme for the show was “Must Have Looks,” which incorporated the must have items we’ve probably put you in when you’ve come in to the store – or that you’ve read about in our blog! Amelia mixed colored denim, a pastel colored floral spring scarf, and the ol’ espy staple – a fitted denim jacket – on Michelle. Michelle wore a pair of Amelia’s super cute cork wedges to complete the look. Sarah wore a royal blue pleated hi-low skirt with a cropped crocheted top and white straw fedora. This look also incorporated texture mixing – with the pleats on the skirt and the crocheted top.

Amelia and I definitely left feeling inspired – and we know how important volunteers are to organizations such as Making Changes. To learn more about how you can become involved with the Making Changes Association, click here.

Huge thanks to Amanda, our models Michelle and Sarah, and everyone at Making Changes for letting us be a part of their special night!

xoxoxoxox

Tianna

April at espy!

We hope everyone had a great Easter long weekend! Let’s hope the snowy rain stays away so we can all get into our wedges and hi-low skirts (…don’t know what a “hi-low” skirt is?? Click here to learn how to wear spring’s most difficult trends!).

Here’s what we have new for you in the store:

• Marcella! Our brand new espy stylist!
• Lots of dresses from Bionic, our fav Toronto line, are on their way. These are the perfect little dresses for weddings, summer-time, and travelling!
• We have TONS more brand new Desigual in the store! Even FABULOUS shoes that weren’t supposed to be shipped to Canada!!!
• Our newest Torontonian line, Girl Friday, will also be here this month. These dresses have a classic, clean feel that are simple without looking boring!
• Hello SkinnyJeans is espy’s latest denim find! Click here to check out their incredible press page. We’ve got them in some super fun colors and a great rise in a classic bootcut.
• Alright trendsetters – espy will be carrying J Brand! Some great, super high-rise skinnies coming your way! And some cool new styles for men too!
• Accessories from China to Italy to LA to Montreal – accessories rule this month at espy! Check out Ashley explaining what we’ve got in the store and how to wear them! (*Warning – it’s 8 minutes long but totally worth it!

• New shipments of Hanky Panky and Bjorn Borg will be arriving soon!
• Guys we have some awesome new 7 Diamonds and witty graphic tees coming too!

#bikiniespy is creeping up ladies! Only 82 days to get BIKINI BODY READY!  Megan telling you all about this very special STAMPEDE event.

•  Need a little incentive to get in shape? Well – Clark is only allowing a 12 inch sarong. Any longer and he will be taking it away! So why not join a boot camp? Follow espy stylist Jaclyn as she whips herself into shape with Cara Fullerton and the Fit and Fierce Boot Camp at Define Fitness! Jaclyn will be sharing her progress, tips, photos and videos of her experience from now until #bikiniespy. Share with espy what you are up to this summer to get in shape on our Facebook event, #bikiniespy.
• Need more incentive to share?? We will be RESERVING 50 spots in line for the FIRST 50 women who EMAIL a photo of themselves in a BIKINI or their favourite STAMPEDE outfit AND let us post it on our Facebook event page! This reservation means you will be GUARANTEED a pair of Fidelity jeans, a Mavi denim jacket and Stampede shirt, a RD Style tank top, and a white Smithbilt cowboy hat for FREE with your donation to Special Olympics Calgary. Send your photo to jaclyn@espyexperience.com starting on Wednesday, May 9th. Any photos sent before 12am on May 9th will not be counted! So set your alarms ladies! (*note: you must BE at the event by 7:00am on July 7th or you will lose your spot to some very eager earlier risers!).
• For more info on #bikiniespy, click here!

espy EVENTS are freakin’ AWESOME this summer! Here’s what we’ve got happening:

• April 19th – espy is participating in the Making Changes Fashion Show! Tune in to our website for footage from the show!
• April 26th – espy girls Meagan and Tianna will be working the espy Lash and Lip Bar at the Springbank Ladies Dinner! Come say hi if you are attending!
• May 10th – it’s Inglewood Ladies Night! Get your girlfriends together for a night out in Inglewood. espy will be offering 60% off the infamous sale room from 5pm to 9pm only…and of course we will have lots of goodies and bevvies!
• June 8th – espy has a very EURO surprise – SAMPLE SALE anyone?? More details next month!

The coolest style app around is looking for more volunteers for their PREMIUM experience! This includes: getting your closet virtually catalogued while you have full hair and makeup done and take part in a photo shoot! You also get to sit down with a fashion stylist and discuss your style concerns and pick up some trendy tips. And the best part?? You get the Style You app for FREE for use on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. Please email Kelly at kelly@styleyou.com if you are interested in being a volunteer this weekend – Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22.

Stay tuned for …

 THE SUNFEST SECRET!

A “SURPRISE” email later this month…

Don’t forget to follow us on twitter: @espyexperience @ashleystyle @TPinkYYC @immakingyouup @Alexandra_Adele @hunter_stylings @stellaimage @fashionaintfake @jinan_j @Hillybot @AAilemAA @JaclynCerciello and @ClarkWhetstone. Like espy on Facebook and Friend Megan Espy for even more espy fun!

xoxoxoxox

the espy stylists

espy Spring 2012 PHOTO SHOOT!

Check out some photos from espy’s Spring 2012 photo shoot!

Spring is all about COLOR! Color on you lips, color on you lids, color on your clothes! Be bold this season with prints, color blocking, and let’s just say it – teal and coral are just as hot on as they are this season.

Guys – it’s really about mixing prints with basics for a fresher look. Wear some color too! It’s Spring – we’re all happy to enjoy warmer weather and our clothes should reflect our good moods as we pull ourselves out of the dreary winter.

xoxoxoxoxoxox

the espy stylists

MUA: Meagan Fitzpatrick

Stylist: Ashley Barber and Alexandra Gabris

Photography: Madi O’Reilly, Of’Storms Creative Studio

Megan in AVENUE Magazine!

espy’s owner, Megan Szanik, graces the glossy pages of Avenue Magazine’s April Style Issue!

Check out the awesome spread on 10 of Calgary’s BEST boutiques and their inspiring owners. Get your fashion fix straight from the mouths of our city’s fashion elite.

Big thanks to everyone at Avenue Magazine, and especially to Rita Sirignano for the great article and photographer Jared Sych for Megan’s fabulous photos!

xoxoxoxox

the espy stylists

Stop Staring Red Ava Dress on Celebs!

One of espy’s most popular brands, and one of the sexiest dresses for all body types, was recently spotted on some celebs in Star Magazine! Check out reality tv personality Stephanie Pratt, Miss Kim Kardashian, and American Reunion’s Tara Reid wearing Stop Staring’s red, one shoulder, Ava dress.

Who do you think wore it best??

Maybe it was you!

xoxoxoxox

the espy stylists

How to Wear Spring’s Most DIFFICULT Trends:

This spring we’ve all heard trendsetters talking about 6 trends that either scare you completely, intimidate your newly found style, or have you bouncing off the wall with sartorial excitement at these new shapes (like the espy stylists)! These six trends are: Cropped, Midriff Baring Tops (yikes!), Asymmetrical Hems, Colored Denim, Color Blocking, Peplums, and Maxis.

So although we are thrilled about anything new in the fashion world – we know that there is definitely a right way to try these trends without having a total clothing disaster on your hands! But espy is here to save Calgary from wearing it wrong. You  don’t want to be caught on the losing end of “Who Wore it Best,” do you???

1. Cropped, Midriff Baring Tops

Jinan wearing a cropped sweater (Noblita), high-waisted black pants (Fidelity Belvedere), and a denim jacket (Mavi)

Okay – this is THE most difficult trend to pull off if you aren’t supermodel size. And even if you are, no one really wants to see that much skin. But that doesn’t mean you can’t try a modified version. Opt for crop tops that fall past your belly button, pair them with high-waisted pants, and finish the look off with a skinny belt. Try layering the top with a contrasting color tank underneath.

Basically the idea is to wear the trend – but cover that tummy strategically!

2. Asymmetrical Hems/Hi-Low Skirts

Charlotte wearing a hi-low skirt (Double Zero), pink lace top (Double Zero), and a cropped black jacket (GSUS)

Also known as the “mullet!” But it’s much more flattering than the 1980′s hairstyle! Like the hair cut, these hi-low dresses and skirts are short in the front and long in back. Asymmetrical skirts really emphasize or create a waist, much like an A-line or high-waisted skirt would. For petite girls, this is a great way to get that maxi dress style without looking teeeennny tiny!

Pair asymmetrical hems with a tucked in top and belt around the waist. Add a wedge for height.

3. Colored Denim

Jinan wearing cropped coral skinnies (Mavi Serena), bird printed top (Noblita), blazer (Mavi), and yellow bag (Flying Tomato)

Probably the BIGGEST trend of the year is colored denim. Now that it is spring, the muted colors of fall have been put away and rainbow brights and pretty pastels have come out to play.

Pair your colored denim with a printed top. If you are wearing bright denim, go for a top in a neutral, pastel tone that accentuates the brightness of your pants. If you are wearing pastel bottoms, wear something neon on top to offset the pants.

If you are doing colored denim – keeping it simple on top is key. It’s your jeans that are doing the talking!

4. Color Blocking

Alex wears a turquoise collared dress (GSUS), coral layering dress (Covet), skinny purple belt, and a yellow bag (Flying Tomato)

All the celebs (and their stylists) seem to have color blocking down to a science – but it can be a bit tricky to pull off without looking like a box of crayons.

The key is to pick colors that compliment each other. Two colors that always work together are turquoise and coral. Once you have complimentary colors picked out, make those the focal point of your outfit. Add accessories in primary or super bright/neon colors to complete the look.

5. Peplums

Charlotte wears a pink peplum tee (Double Zero) and slim black harem pants (RD), and blue cork wedges (BC Footwear)

Okay – so what exactly is a “peplum?” It’s a mini overskirt that emphasizes waist to hip ratio. Basically – it’s little flaps under your waist on jackets, tops, and skirts. It’s an overly feminine look that gives the illusion of the tiniest waist with those sought after hourglass curves we would all give our left foot for.

Try wearing peplums dressed down – it’s a cute way to wear a trend without looking like you are trying too hard. Wear a t-shirt peplum with a slim pant. Or pair a peplum jacket with your sexiest jeans and sky-high heels.

6. Maxis

Tianna wears a blue maxi (Mia Melon) and pink scarf vest (Noblita)

Alright – they don’t seem to be going away – so you might as well jump on the band wagon and try a maxi! You will be surprised at how cute you will look in one!

The key with maxi dresses is that you don’t want to lose your shape in all the fabric. Use a belt around your smallest part (waist or under the bust) to show your curve. Or look for maxis that have seaming at the waist.

Hippy the trend out with a long vest and beachy waves. Or try channeling Rachel Zoe and wear a floppy hat with your maxi!

And of course – never forget – your espy stylists are here to help! Be daring next time you come in and ask one of us to show you how to wear one of Spring’s Most Difficult Trends!

xoxoxoxox

Tianna

HAPPY SPRING!

Hello all!! Here are some updates and info for what’s happening in the store this month:

Now – all you last minute Grouponers that purchased a denim Groupon in September - here is another reminder! Your Groupon EXPIRES on March 20!!! That is the VERY last day you will be able to use your denim deal! COME IN NOW to redeem your deal. The days leading up to the expiry date are going to be extremely busy in the store. We suggest you come in this week and beat the crowds! There are no exceptions on the expiry date. If you do not redeem your Groupon on or before March 20th, you will no longer receive the deal. (You will be able to put the $39 you have pre-paid on Groupon towards a jeans purchase – but you will not receive the $100 worth of denim deal.) All Groupon sales will be a FINAL SALE.

What’s happening at espy besides Groupon Days??

• VIP Shopping Parties! Email Tianna at tianna@espyexperience.com for more info and to book.
• espy just did another photoshoot! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and our website to check out the styling by Ashley and Alex, makeup by Meagan, modeling by our one and only Clark, and photography by Madigan Reilly of Of Storms photography. Images will be up soon!
• We also want to warmly welcome the newest addition to the espy style team - Jaclyn!
• As always – we love to hear from our customers! Check out our testimonials page! Tell us about your espy experience!

It may not look like Spring outside – but Spring has most certainly sprung at espy! Here’s what we’ve got new for you this month:

Curvy Girls:

• We’re SO excited for more Tua to arrive this month! You can thank Ashley, Alex and Clark for their amazing picks from their L.A. buying trip! Their first batch of this line for sizes 12, 14, and 16 literally flew off the shelves!
• Mid-month espy is bringing in a new line for our curvy girls we found at the trade show in Vegas, called Perch. Perch takes the trends and makes them work for curves – this line is for the fashionably curvaceous!

Ladies:

• Spring at espy is all about the accessories! All month we will be receiving everything you need to jazz up your outfit. Belts, Rachel F jewelry, new accessories from L.A., and vintage hats from Smithbilt Hats, located right here in Inglewood.
• New Bionic dresses will be here this month!
• Covet Spring is here!
• The whimsically feminine Mia Melon is in the store!
• Sister to Perch, Blu Pepper, will also be arriving for the fashionistas!

Gentlemen:

• espy is now an exclusive Canadian location for our fav men’s brand 7 Diamonds! New shipments arrive this month. Tons of great light hoodies, striped dress shirts, and spring jackets.
• Detailed polos from espy’s killer Denmark brand, Lief Horsens, will arrive with the hope of some golfing weather! You will be looking just as slick as Ian Poulter, even if your swing isn’t quite there yet…
• Zanerobe tees are coming too!
• Bertigo will be brightening up the men’s section with their always fashion-forward detailing and great fits.

Stay tuned for …

• espy tv! Keep those nominations for a deserving person in your life to receive a FREE espy makeover and the full espy experience coming! Send your nominations toinfo@espyexperience.com.
• #bikiniespy - our women’s event! Ladies get ready to line up outside espy on Saturday, July 7 in your BIKINI and COWBOY boots for free clothes and a gourmet Stampede breakfast in support of the Alberta Special Olympics! Megan is allowing a 12 inch sarong – Clark will be measuring! Interested in being a sponsor? Click here for all the info!
• We’re planning a MAJOR surprise for the Sunfest Festival on August 4 in Inglewood – hint hint – get your dancing shoes ready!
• Spring styling blogs and videos!

Can’t wait to see everyone in the next couple weeks! Ignore the blue hands of the stylists during Groupon Days!

xoxoxoxox

the espy stylists

espy girls hit VEGAS!

A couple weeks ago I had the opportunity to accompany espy owner, Megan, and espy buyer, Ashley, on a buying trip in Las Vegas! It was a great opportunity for me to meet our fantastic suppliers, discuss and plan upcoming events at espy, help pick out the clothes you’ll all be wearing this spring, and preview what Fall 2012 has in store for all of us fashionistas!

art installation at PROJECT

The reason espy hits Vegas is for the MASSIVE tradeshow that happens twice a year! We were running around the Las Vegas Convention Center, the Wynn’s convention center, and Mandalay Bay’s convention center for three full days of buying. There were so many shows! We checked out MAGIC at the Las Vegas Convention Center, ENK at the Wynn, and PROJECT and POOL at Mandalay Bay. Each show consists of booth after booth of every brand you can imagine. The booths are full of samples so retailers can preview items they may want for their store, as well as place their orders. The ordering process went from the old school hand-written carbon copies to scanners, iPhones, bar codes, and printed copies of orders done by very busy salespeople. By the time we were finished, we had a suitcase full to the brim with order copies, catalogues, business cards, swag – and lots of mini chocolates from all the booths wanting to wish their potential new clients a Happy Valentine’s Day!

espy team with the Fidelity team!

It was a whirlwind 4 days of buying, meeting, greeting, and schmoozing in LV! I had the iPad with me filled with photos of past espy events, the beautiful new store, our insanely attractive staff (love you all!), and presentations for our past, current, and new sponsors. I was in charge of showing espy off! And the response was amazing!

Our trip started out with a little passport issue (just in case you were wondering – expiry date goes DAY month YEAR – not the other way around) – so we were one espy girl down (sorry Char) – and 2 espy girls with colds! So our first day in Vegas we did what any sick stylist would do – we hit the outlets for retail therapy! Shopping like true fashion stylists, we powered through the mall and managed to get some of the best deals around – as well as a little designer therapy at Michael Kors and Kate Spade – we couldn’t help ourselves!

Me with the 7 Diamonds model!

Day One of espy’s time at the show started at ENK at the Wynn – our full day of appointments with some of espy’s biggest brands. First stop was to meet the 7 Diamonds team! 7 Diamonds is espy’s killer men’s brand AND a huge supporter of #nakedespy. While Megan and Ashley filled out our orders, I had the model try on all the samples of what we ordered! And showed our #nakedespy sponsors photos from the event. It was great to meet their marketing team and espy is super excited to continue working with them!

Megan writing orders at the 7 Diamonds booth

Next we hit Scott James – another #nakedespy sponsor! We had a great time when the suppliers tried on samples for us!

Ashley Style at Scott James

loving this red Scott James blazer

Then it was time for us to head to our friends at Fidelity! They filled us up with white wine while they showed us the best of the best denim! espy stylists and trend setters everywhere won’t be able to wait for the new colored, printed, and acid wash skinnies from Fidelity and everyone will be excited for the denim in blue blue blue washes!

Janina from Fidelity - what a hottie!

We had so much fun we didn’t realize we were running late for our last stop of the day – Desigual! We ran to take a cab to the Las Vegas Convention Center to make it to their booth at the MAGIC show. In one word their booth was impressive! They had a bar where you could get complimentary wine and Spanish snacks. A DJ was rocking the house while artists painted people on a revolving disk. This is officially Ashley’s FAVORITE Desigual collection! Fall 2012 at espy is going to be fantastic.

Desigual bar!

the bumpin' Desigual booth

Ashley and Miriam, our gorgeous rep, catch up on life while looking at the Desigual Fall 2012 Collection

So you must be thinking – do these espy girls take a break?! No – the answer is no! Instead of going to bed after a crazy day, we hit the House of Blues for a performance by Lauryn Hill!

Day Two – Valentine’s Day! We woke up with a lovely surprise from a very special boy – champagne, orange juice, strawberries, whipped cream, croissants – yum! Then we enjoyed a very hilarious cab driver and a lot of attention as we headed back to ENK to finish our Fidelity order.

<3

Fidelity jeans!!!!

Then we hit up Bertigo – picked out some great shirts for our guys, stopped by the Mavi booth for a quick hello, and headed to POOL to do accessories. We met some really interesting jewelry designers and picked out some great accessories for an area we are working on expanding at espy. Love Tatum was a gorgeous line of precious stones started by probably the cutest thing you could ever imagine. Tatum was so inspiring and had so much espy in her!

Ashley in action at Bertigo!

Megan modeling Bertigo womenswear

Love Tatum jewelry - beautiful collection and beautiful designer!

Day Three – our last day in Vegas! We ran around MAGIC buying the most stylish clothing for women. Ladies – espy is already full of amazing pieces from new designers – and it’s only going to continue! For Spring we found a great new plus size line called Perch. Perch really pays attention to the current trends and makes them work for the curvy girls. Everyone will be excited to see Noblita arrive this spring – think great spring sweaters, layering pieces, and soft feminine touches. Myself and Ashley fell in love with Flying Tomato – and we both can’t wait for the Fall 2012 pieces to arrive!

Perch booth!

scarf vest at Noblita

At 4:30pm it was time to fly home! The next day we were back at espy!

What a trip!

xoxoxoxox

Tianna <3