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November 8, 2024

A Luxurious Bag That Can Unlock New Levels of Self-Confidence

Inside My Luxe Hammitt Giveaway and Social Media Influencer Event in Orange County

Alright, let’s get real. I started my fashion influencing business because I’m obsessed with sharing style—and having fun along the way. And what better way to kick off my brand than with a killer giveaway? I went big with not one, but TWO luxury Hammitt bags, spreading wild excitement among the ladies and setting the stage for everything that followed…

The Big Bag Giveaway: From One Bag to Two… Because Why Not?

First question you may ask: What’s so special about Hammitt bags? They’re made with THE SOFTEST leather you’ve ever felt, they come with a lifetime guarantee, they have their signature pocket for an easy phone grab, and the gold, silver, and pewter hardware is seriously sexy. Plus, they’re way more affordable than brands like Hermes, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton! Over the years, I’ve bought at least 15 of their bags.

I had this pristine leather bag sitting in my closet—beautiful, absolutely. Worn? Rarely. It deserved a better life than being tucked away, so I made it the prize for my first big giveaway. I announced it, and the excitement was so contagious that the day before the draw, I thought, “Hey, let’s double it up!” I threw in a second bag—one valued at $650 and the other at $700. Ladies went nuts, and the anticipation went up a notch. Bingo-style, we spun that giveaway wheel live, with Joe by my side.

When we announced the two winners, their reactions totally blew me away. One was a teacher starting her 35th year of teaching, saying she’d never imagined walking into school with a luxury handbag. The other winner? She was from Kentucky, where Joe is from, and remembered him hanging out in a small-town bar. Talk about a small world!

Hammitt Event at Laguna Beach: From a Thought to a Full-Blown Bash

After the giveaway, Hammitt reached out and asked if I’d host an event at our Laguna Beach house. The idea started small: an intimate dinner with a few friends, some gifted bags, maybe a chef. But I thought, “Let’s go BIG.” Soon, we had a full-scale “Empowering Women of Orange County” bash on the horizon—a celebration of style, success, and sisterhood.

Hammitt brought in some powerhouse women—top influencers, models, and even reality stars from Real Housewives of Orange County. Familiar faces like Kelly Dodd, Katie Ginella, Heather McDonald, and fashion influencers Talene Silva, Isabella Biscarini, and so many more joined us for an unforgettable night. Our house was featured on Selling OC a couple of seasons ago, so I invited several of those hardworking realtors as well.

Luxury Meets Connection: Turning My House into a Style Playground

The setup was next level. Hammitt didn’t just bring bags; they created an experience. We had custom catering and cocktails, a bouquet station, and a sketch artist capturing mini portraits of guests on the spot. These women connected, laughed, and snapped oceanfront selfies that lit up Instagram.

And to top it off, Tony, the CEO of Hammitt, made a surprise appearance. The guy is a blast! Joe and he hit it off immediately! Joe was so kind to give Tony and his girlfriend a tour of the house. (Joe usually hides in his office when I host girly events 😂). He showed up wearing this outrageous, one-of-a-kind gold backpack and ended up gifting it to me by the night’s end. My new fave and prized possession!

Real Talk: More Than Just Influencers

As fun as it was, it wasn’t just glam and photo ops. Behind every influencer and model at the event was a story. Some of these women were balancing businesses, kids, marriages—just like anyone else. Others were navigating the dating scene, growing their brands, and just trying to make it work. Talking with them, it was clear that we all shared the same dream: lifting each other up, bag in hand.

Paul Large Shoulder Bag | Kyle Leather Shoulder Bag

Let’s Make It an Annual Thing, Shall We?

After a night of laughter, connections, and major style inspo, it was clear that this was only the beginning. The team at Hammitt raved about the event, saying it was way more fun than similar events they’d hosted in the past. (That’s how I roll—go big or go home!) They asked if I’d consider doing it again next year. I told them absolutely! We’re already talking about making it an annual thing, giving all these ladies an event to look forward to, sharing new stories, making new friends, and keeping up with all the new Hammitt handbag trends. Because at the end of the day, that’s what it’s all about—bringing ladies together, lifting each other up, and having a darn good time while we’re at it!

I was asked which bags are my favs…..For the sure the green and gold options above as well these below. The clear bags make an excellent Christmas present!