11 Jun Martinis: Shakin’ and Stirred :Wearing My Red Dress
Hello Lovely ladies,
Well again it has been a nice sunny day here in Huntersville, NC. Sunny, and about 90 degrees. I don’t usually go to the mall, as I think the last time I really liked malls was when I was a teenager. I find myself to be more efficient and comfortable at home, shopping on-line. However, we decided I would try on a skirt at Ann Taylor, and look around a bit, while my husband entered The Drop Off Zone. This is that area that husbands frequent while their wives shop. There are sections of the mall devoted to this: large screen tvs for when football season is in play, Borders Books for those times my husband wants to read tech manuals ( yawn!) or magazines. He thought it would be much more productive for him to be able to get lunch and do his work on his laptop at Firebirds Restaurants while waiting for me. So, by the time I got there, he had eaten his meal.
After I was done trying on clothes, I thought I would meet him there and we would sit outside and have a few drinks. They make THE best martinis and today is $5 drinks, so I knew I was craving a pineapple martini, in which a large jug with vodka and pineapple sits for 21 days, and lets the alcohol sit with the pineapple. Oh, my! So, good. On the way to sit outside, an older man was staring at me ( hubby told me) and he put his finger in the air as to summon me over to him. Strange, I thought. So, as we were making our way out to the outside porch, I stopped, only to hear the line, ” You look very familiar to me…” Oh no, I thought, waiting for ” Do you come here often ” to be the next words uttered. He said he thought he knew me, ( no) and asked who my significant other was, it being my husband of course. Then he proceded to tell me that he was a film maker that moved here , and he used to work for Francis Ford Coppola. Probably Francis Ford Kopolla.. or perhaps he had a vivid imagination… I had this desperate need to get out of there, and I just suddenly burst out, ” Oh, our table is ready outside” when in fact, there was no waiter out there, but the man was making me uncomfortable…
So, on to the delicious martinis, Firebirds, a chain around the country, has a $5 Martini day and I had a pineapple, then later the Queen City Berry martini with a berry vodka, Chamboard, and something else which I am sure added to the fruity, cold, delicious taste. We then decided to get pictures of me in my latest Karina dress, the Audrey, in Vibrant Blooms. I love the red, as you know I am a fan of red, and florals, so this was just the dress for me. Overall, it was a lovely afternoon.
…and introducing my hubby!
Karina Dress: Audrey Vibrant Blooms c/o Karina Dresses, Sandals, Sofft, Bag: Hayden Harnett, NYC Earrings: 1928.com
Have a Great day!
Jess
Link ups: The Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesdays
le chateau des fleurs
Posted at 02:01h, 16 JuneI love dresses in summer and this red one is stunning on you!
I would love if you come link up tomorrow at the Monday party!
Xo
Isabelle
http://www.lechateaudesfleurs.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:40h, 16 JuneI will have to check out your party! THanks so much for the compliment on the red dress. It is a fav of mine.
xo jess
Maggie Frost
Posted at 23:11h, 12 JuneWhat a beautiful print! …And Firebirds has the BEST martinis!
xo. maggie
Moda & the Mar
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:50h, 13 JuneThank you Maggie for coming! Glad you like my print! Yes, we are trying to make it a Wednesday night date 🙂
jess xo
Darcy
Posted at 21:12h, 12 JuneSoo cute! Hope you guys had fun!!
http://www.amemoryofus.blogspot.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:46h, 13 JuneThanks Darcy!
Yes, we had fun! Have a great weekend. jess xx
whosaprettygirl
Posted at 20:24h, 12 JuneThose drinks you described sound delicious! Love this look…especially the shoes! Hi hubby! 😉
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:45h, 13 JuneThey were delicious! Their pineapple martini is amazing. Glad you like the look, it is such a pretty dress. THanks for coming by! jess xo
Debonita
Posted at 15:42h, 12 JuneHi I love your dress. Your blog is so nice very elegant and professional. I am from the link up xx
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 15:44h, 12 JuneThanks hon!! I appreciate it, that means alot from another blogger. Glad you like the dress 🙂
Johanna Grange
Posted at 13:33h, 12 JuneThat red dress is so you. That is your style dress – you should make it your trademark!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:35h, 12 JuneThanks Johanna!! I love that it is named the Audrey Dress from Karina after Audrey Hepburn, I appreciate your comment, it means alot! jess xx
carisa
Posted at 12:36h, 12 Junecute dress! I really love the red 🙂 strange about the guy at the restaurant…don’t you wonder what his deal was? haha
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 12:48h, 12 JuneThank you for the lovley comment about the dress. I dont know what his deal was!! Dont want to know 🙂 jess
J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all
Posted at 10:23h, 12 JuneOh my gosh! I really don’t think that there is a color that doesn’t suit you! I though green was your color. Then I thought purple was your color…..and red!?! Red is also your color! Just beautiful Jess!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:48h, 12 JuneAwww You are sweet. Thank you!! Glad you like the outfit, I do love red.. as well as many other colors.. red heads can wear red! have a great weekend! jess xo
Sabina @Oceanblue Style
Posted at 09:54h, 12 JuneJess, its an adorable color match. Totally can see why you love that dress. And I am not sure what I enjoyed more, the husband drop off or the Martini story. Here in Germany its still pretty hot but there is a breeze so quite pleasant. Sabina @Oceanblue Style
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:47h, 12 JuneThanks Sabina! Yes we have the Drop off Zone, as my hubby just doesn’t like to shop for women clothing! Can you beleive it! Glad you liked the dress as well. So comfy and I love the retro feel of Karina Dresses. I have some friends in Germany and glad you are getting some nice weather! jess xo
Danavee
Posted at 09:54h, 12 JuneThe red floral dress is stunning! I am ALL over florals this summer!!!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:45h, 12 JuneMe too! I have always loved florals, even before the trend. Thank you for the lovely comment. jess xx
angelalambert7
Posted at 09:33h, 12 JuneLove the decor, and your pretty red dress. Looks great on you. 🙂
Angela
http://www.prettyinherpearls.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:44h, 12 JuneThank you Angela. We sat outside and I enjoy the flowers as well. Thank you, glad you like the dress. jess xx
ADA
Posted at 03:48h, 12 JuneWhat a gorgeous floral dress. Perfect for Summer. So cool that you got it c/o. =) Your husband looks all nice and cool there too. Those martinis look yummy – may I have one? And at 5 bucks. I will have 3!! LOL
I am hosting a link up on my page (June 11 post) that I’d love for you to join with your next OOTD. If you do please include a link back to my blog. Thanks so much. Enjoy the weekend, Ada. =)
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 09:36h, 12 JuneI had 2! That is all I can drink, a lightweight when it comes to alcohol. i will pass on the message, Now did you mean Cool ( as in temperature) or cool as in attitude? hehe. Will be sure to come by to your link up, and if you need a co host at some point let me know. xx jess
Carrie
Posted at 22:41h, 11 JuneGreat post! Lovely dress + glad to “meet” your hubby.
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 09:33h, 12 JuneThank you Carrie! We were joking around. I said, give me your GQ pose. Glad you enjoyed the post and the dress. I wanted to say, but forgot that day, I am sure you are proud of yours, and he looked handsome in uniform 🙂
Do we follow each other on bloglovin/ Would u like to?
Kate
Posted at 18:22h, 11 Junewhat a bizarre encounter! at least you had great drinks and a great dress to keep things on a positive note!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 18:40h, 11 JuneKatie,
Yes! Strange man. Yes, we were able to “escape” and enjoy our drinks and the sunny day! I got some nice feedback on my dress from ladies.
I appreciate you coming by, jess xx
Yaudy Cristina
Posted at 18:12h, 11 Junebeautiful dress!!!
xo,
yaudy
http://yaudycristinafashionista.blogspot.com/
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 18:18h, 11 JuneThank you so much! jess
Tara
Posted at 17:27h, 11 JuneSuch a pretty color and print!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 17:31h, 11 JuneThank you for stopping by Tara! Glad you like the dress. I am a huge fan of red. jess xx
wheelchairmommy
Posted at 17:07h, 11 JuneLove – LOVE the dress!! Off to check out that site! YUMMY looking drinks!! Jealous!~
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 17:13h, 11 JuneThanks so much hon! I have a button on the sidebar for Karina Dresses, if you wouldn’t mind checking through there. The spring collection is on sale,and I think you would look great in one. Yes, they have the best martinis there. Glad you like the dress too! jess xx
Alena
Posted at 16:38h, 11 JuneWhat a beautiful flower printed dress, it suits you so well with your hair!
Keep up the great blog work!
Thank you for your lovely comment, take care,
Alena | meet me stylish
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 16:44h, 11 JuneThank you Alena! I just love the Zara dress you wore in your post. I would have been ready to buy, but have a feeling it is from last year huh ? Glad you like my dress as well. Redheads can wear red. I appreciate you liking my blog, and best wishes in school as well.
jess xo
Jennie
Posted at 15:34h, 11 JuneBeautiful red dress, Jess! Great floral print and colors and so flattering!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 16:43h, 11 JuneThank you Jennie! I appreciate you stopping by and I loved the colors and the floral, what sold me 🙂 xx jess
Lady of Style
Posted at 15:32h, 11 JuneThat’s a beautiful dress and again, the colours suit you so well. Lovely and certainly perfect for your high temperatures.
Oh, you had a strange experience there… glad your husband was with you and you could enjoy a drink together!! And how nice to meet your husband here, Jess.
Annette | Lady of Style
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 16:42h, 11 JuneThank you! Glad you like my dress! I remember you saying you were looking for a red dress, and I am also a fan of red, the print suited me as well. Thanks so much!
Yes, I encounter some strange people now and again, glad my hubby was there to wisk me away!! Have a great day! xo jess
Ginny
Posted at 15:04h, 11 JuneLove this dress but hate creepers. Glad you could get away from him.
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 15:18h, 11 JuneYes Ginny ! Tell me about it, I hate that too! Even when my hubby is right there, nerve! Glad you like the dress. jess xo
Dhruvi
Posted at 14:54h, 11 JuneLove this dress on you, Jess! It’s so perfect for summer!
Dhruvi
Stilettos & Sequins
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 15:17h, 11 JuneThanks hon! I am a huge fan of red and you know I love florals, Thanks for comin by! jess xx
Patti
Posted at 13:44h, 11 JuneYou’re absolutely lovely in this Karina dress – I love the print. I had to laugh, b/c my husband is always looking for a Drop-Off Zone, and he reads tech manuals too. : >
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:58h, 11 JuneThanks Patti!! I am a fan of the Audrey! I want to try one of their Rita dresses but need an XS and it goes quick. I dont know what I would do without the drop off zone, and he gets an excuse to eat out too! have a great week xo jess
plutrell
Posted at 13:37h, 11 JuneBeautiful dress on you, Jess. So vibrant and summery!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:38h, 11 JuneThanks so much Pam. I think this style of Karina Dress suits me, and is super comfy> Glad you like the print. jess xo
Beata B
Posted at 13:37h, 11 JuneI absolutely love your dress! You look beautiful 🙂 hugs Beata
http://www.fashionadventuresatanyage.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:38h, 11 JuneThanks so much Beata! I was thinking of you as we speak. I appreciate the thought. Have a lovely day! jess
Madaline
Posted at 13:12h, 11 JuneYou look beautiful in red! I feel like I’m too much of a wall flower to wear red! And that martini looks delish! I had no clue that had a $5 martini day at Firebirds!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:23h, 11 JuneYes! Here in Charlotte, as I imagine elsewhere it is Wednesdays. Thank you regarding the dress. I love red!!
Aw. You have to give it a try! jess xx
Samantha
Posted at 11:54h, 11 JuneI love your dress, such a pretty color combination and print!!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 12:15h, 11 JuneThanks so much! It is from Karina Dresses, they make super comfortable dresses! xx jess
marie
Posted at 11:26h, 11 JuneI love the pretty print, summer perfect!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:42h, 11 JuneThank you very much! I love florals
katieoverbeek
Posted at 10:54h, 11 JuneHaha! oh dear. Well, you do look amazing in that dress so not surprising you got a bit of unwarranted attention! x
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:13h, 11 JuneHa! I laugh with my husband and say, where are the hot 30 year olds making these comments. J/k… I seem to get the strange lot!
Thank you for the comment on the dress! jess xx
Suzanne Carillo
Posted at 08:27h, 11 JuneLOL Maybe you were in the movie he was creating in his mind! Dirty old man ; )
Love the dress.
bisous
Suzanne
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:41h, 11 JuneHa! Tell me about it. Thank you about the dress, it is so comfortable, and the print really caught my eye, jess xx