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A Garden Party Dinner In Downtown Los Angeles
A Garden Party Dinner In Downtown Los Angeles
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Last weekend we were invited to a garden party dinner in downtown Los Angeles at my friend Jan McCarthy’s beautiful loft at the Eastern Columbia Building in downtown Los Angeles. Jan is a multi-talented woman, she is an entrepreneur, blogger, interior designer and painter just to name a few. When I received this invitation from Jan I knew it was going to be a memorable night. In her invitation she mentioned this was going to be a Pop-up dinner, prepared and cooked by her friend Zoe Howell. I had met Zoe at Jan’s Entrepreneurial monthly meetings and I was looking forward to tasting her amazing food. Zoe’s company is called Pollen + Nectar and her menus are inspired by fresh organic garden vegetables (from a garden she has created with other residents from the Eastern Columbia Building in the upper parking lot) The garden is an organic and biodynamic environment, and she has grown 35 varieties of vegetables in a space the size of a parking lot this season. Proof, that with careful planning, maximum returns can be achieved in small space. Zoe loves to create, succulent main dishes, and divine deserts all sourced from local farmers whenever possible. Her “Pop-Up” garden suppers are her latest concept to create new and interesting menus for invited diners most of whom have never met but leave feeling as if they’ve just shared an incredible time with longtime friends. Pollen + Nectar is also in the process of expanding its garden salad delivery concept. Where she incorporates market fresh ingredients to create.
Please contact Zoe Howell for more information: [email protected] or visit here Instagram feed: @pollenandnectar
Needless to say the evening was a big hit, it was an incredible culinary experience and the food was absolutely delicious. We started the night with cocktails and appetizers on the roof of the Eastern Columbia building with beautiful views of downtown LA. Then we were all treated to an informative tour of Zoe’s organic garden from Zoe herself. Then last but not least we were taken to my friend Jan’s beautiful penthouse where she had set up an amazing dinner table for all of us to sit and enjoy. It was just perfect and we saw some old friends and met some new ones. Below you can see some pictures.
For this special dinner party I decided to wear my brand new blazer, graphic tee, and waxed skinny jeans from Zara that I purchase a couple of weeks ago. Normally I never wear the same brand from head to toe, but somehow this whole look worked so well together so I couldn’t resist. I love this structured blazer for the beautiful pleated shoulders that give it an architectural and structured look. As far as the graphic tee, you probably already know I have been into this graphic tee look under blazers for a couple of months now.
See all our new jackets HERE
See all our new jackets HERE
See all our new jackets HERE
So what do you like to wear for dinner parties, do you like this look?
Blazer – Zara
Waxed skinny jeans – Zara
Graphic tee – Zara
Sandals – Gucci
Clutch – Banana Republic
Belt – Ferragamo
Sunglasses – Prada
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56 responses to “A Garden Party Dinner In Downtown Los Angeles”
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All I can say is “I wish I was there!” That sounds and looks fantastic – the fresh organic food, the drinks, the deco and the view, and last but not least for fabulous look, Nora!
I am waiting for my first pair of waxed jeans to arrive, a must have this season. You look beautiful!Annette | Lady of Style
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Hi Annette,
I wish you were here too! I would love to meet you in person 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by!
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Hi Nora!
Thank you for sharing this lovely post and great photos! I really enjoyed having you and all our wonderful guests for this unique dinner and look forward to sharing more fun times! And-Your outfit was perfect!!-
Hi Zoe,
You are so welcome! We loved everything about the evening especially the amazing food preped by you!
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Great look and what a fun dinner party!! I always complain that I have a tiny backyard and can’t grow even some herbs (I live in OC). I am probably more afraid of my lack of green thumb than anything else.
BTW, I hope you will join TBT Fashion link up this Thursday.
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Hi Alice,
I hear you about the the green thumb thing :)) Thank you so much for stopping by. I will definetly stop by the TBT link up.
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Great pairing of your jacket with a graphic tee….you managed to make it look edgy and elegant at the same time! Love the waxed skinny jeans too!
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Hi Beth,
Thank you so much!
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Holy Chic!
This outfit is extraordinary! I love everything about it from the blazer to the leather pants (cut perfectly on your legs)
this is flawless. great post!-
Hi Brittany,
Thank you so much…you are so sweet!
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I love this idea! What a beautiful, delicious, and fun looking party!
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Hi Erin,
Thank you, it was an extraordinary night!
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Your blazer and pants are wonderfully beautiful. What a fun, modern, clean and sexy look. You look great, Nora, especially for a dinner down-town LA. =))
Happy Hump Day!!
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Hi ADA
Thank you so much!
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Your blazer has a very feminine cut to it and wearing a graphic tee underneath is great pairing. I love the edgy leather pants with the cute kitten heels. Looks like a fabulous dinner party!
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Hi Lorna Mai
Thanks you so much!
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Hi Nora,
Looks like a fun and amazing event. I love the fact that you were on the rooftop and could look over LA, beautiful pic. The food looks amazing! I could eat all of that scrumptious food for sure. On to what else looks amazing, YOU! I love the peachish blush jacket that fits you perfectly paired with a very coloful and fashionable t, and I just loved love those black waxed jeans , so sexy! Can you send me the link to the pair you bought. ( shhh.. but I bought a pair , certainly out of my comfort zone of skinny waxed jeans at Loft) I really like yours beautiful
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please stop by, jess xx
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Hi Jess,
It was truly an amazing evening. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I will send you the link for the waxed jeans. I am sure you are gone look amazing in the ones you have bought from the Loft. Can’t wait to see you wearing it.
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Oh, I love that blazer! That is a great combination of clothes. I would totally wear it too. I love the neutral tones.
Come link up with me at Whatcha Wearing Wednesday!
L,
Vicky
TheMummyChronicles.com-
Hi Vicky,
Thank you so much and I will check out your link up!
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Nora, I love every piece of your outfit, but the puffed sleeve jacket is spectacular and paired with the t-shirt. Love it the casualness of it. Cherie at stylenudge.com
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Thank you Cherie, I love the puffed sleeve and the structured look of the blazer too.
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Beautiful look, seems like a nice event!
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Thank you and yes it was a great event!
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The dinner looks delicious – how fun! I love the shoulders of this blazer, and it’s perfect with your tee and leather pants. Absolutely stunning!
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Hi Lana,
Thank you so much and yes the food was yummy!
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Great outfit! Looks well put together, yet casual and comfortable. The dinner looks fabulous! The food and table decor looked delicious/beautiful!
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Hi Yvonne,
Thank you so much for stopping by.
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that blazer is fabulous, love your clutch too! 🙂
Chioma
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Hi Chioma,
Thank you so much!
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You have the best jackets of course! I love the way you styled this super versatile neutral jacket! Very fun, modern and chic!
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Hi Tatiana,
Thank you so much!
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I love the blazer with the leather skinnies – it’s a perfect pairing!
The party looks like it was so much fun!-
Hi Lyddiegal,
Thank you for stopping by, the party was amazing.
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Fabulous look from head to toe. Love the tan blazer with black pants. Thanks for the inspiration!
Brooke
convenientstyle.blogspot.com-
Hi Brooke,
Thank you so much for stopping by and your lovely comment.
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Stunning, gorgeous, beautiful= all of the above! Love this look! So so chic! Looks like you had a beautiful night!
Marianne
http://www.goodgirlgoneglam.com-
Hi Marianne,
Thank you so much, it was an amazing night!
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WOW! What an incredible party… Can I be her friend, too?! I would have loved an invite to it and would have stuffed myself full. Those wax skinnies are killer on you and the blazer w/ the tee is such a great look!
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Hi Carrie,
Lol…yes it was an amazing party and the food was delicious. Thank you so much for stopping by.
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You look so chic and fabulous! I love this classic and polished look, and it looks like you had an incredible evening.
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Hi Jacy,
Thank you so much!
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This is such a great outfit for a night out! I especially love this blazer and leopard clutch. =)
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http://www.bloglovin.com/avecamberI hope you are having a great week so far!
Amber
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Hi Amber,
Thank you so much!
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As usual your effortlessly chic ensemble is perfect for gardens or rooftop escapades. I love your kitten heel sandals and the combo of that blazer with those leather pants. Thanks so much for joining the #reasonstodress linkup last week, it is now live and I wold LOVE to have you back!
Angie from reasons to dress
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Hi Angie,
Thank you so much!
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Hi Shauna,
Thank you so much!
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What a chic ensemble perfect for a garden party <3
Zara has the best waxed jeans and blazer collection and they are the best closet stable.-
Hi Ani,
Thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. I totally agree with you about Zara!
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Hello Nora, I just discovered your blog via Sylvia’s interview. I’m also a fellow Southern California Fashion and life blogger. You have incredible fashion taste and I’m looking forward to more.
Glenda
So What to Twenty
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Hi Glenda,
Thank you so much for stopping by. I will definetly check out your blog.
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You Look so Preety..All things are matching perfectly..
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Thank you!
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This is my favorite jacket yet! Simple, classic, chic and can be paired with everything!! You look great! Susan
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Hi Susan,
I am glad you like the jacket! Thanks so much for stopping by 🙂
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