Two things I forgot to add: it's obvious that Ana has a natural inclination to helping others. And her eyes are gorgeous.

Day dresses reign supreme. Bravo!

Had no doubt you’d have a lovely time. Can’t wait to see pics! I know you both looked fab. Such high style quotients you lasses have. Meeting the real person behind the style is the cherry on top. Wish I was there.

Wonderful. Thankyou for the nice detail of your meeting. I felt like I was sitting there with you too.

I keep thinking of details to add. One thing that was a little weird yet fun was referring to particular members on the forum. Talking about threads on the forum and actually saying the names Shiny, Tanya, Nicole, Angie. I think everyone was there with us in spirit.

I must have missed Angie's video...is there a link to that anywhere?

Glad you two had a nice time. I'm so jealous of everyone who lives in close proximity to another forum member. Looking forward to the pictures and the video from Ana later :)

That's so exciting! I love meeting internet friends (the few times I have done that). Can't wait for the photos.

So glad you had a great time together!

That sounds so exciting! I can't wait to see the photos/video. Yay for YLF friendships!

Meeting Patience today was so much fun and she is totally awesome! I was nervous too and I wondered if I would recognize her. I was sitting facing the window and I saw a lady walk by--I couldn't see her face--and I thought to myself, "Wow, she looks so good, well dressed and sort of exotic," and it turned out to be Patience! Her photos really don't do her justice--I can't believe she's had two kids! She looks amazing. At lunch I decided that my goal is to get arms like hers, they are really toned. :D I couldn't tell if she was wearing make up today or not, but she has really beautiful features and skin, I don't think she even needs any. And her bangs were so cute! I'd definitely keep those, hee hee.

She's also very similar to how she "appears" on here--smart, funny, and honest. I commented to her that her posts are always well thought out and intelligent, and she comes across that way in casual conversation as well. I'm looking forward to our next outing!

Here are the photos and short (badly shot) video. We were subjects and cameramen.

We met at an upscale shopping area that is close to where I live and also close to Patience's work. This is the restaurant:

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Patience at lunch! She was a good sport:

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We had a good lunch and ordered dessert. Patience said we should since Angie asked us to (that was our excuse anyway). We shared a piece of Lemon Lavender tea cake and Summer blueberry peach crisp. Afterwards we went outside and took some more photos:

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"My" J. Crew! (We were so close, I couldn't resist--I thought you all would want to see where I spend the majority of my time, lol):

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This is what I wore. It's the Octavia day dress from White House Black Market:

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The (badly shot) video! We wanted to say hi to everyone. It was funny talking about you guys and saying your names aloud and things, you all were definitely there in spirit.

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Thanks everyone!

Oh Ana, such fun! The video was so amazing, great to hear your voices! You are both too cute! And the photos are great!

You look incredible in that white dress Ana. It was made for you. And Patience, navy looks fantastic on you!

You are both so pretty and stylish. I hope yo meet you one day.

Brilliant! Thank you Ana and Patience. I felt I was there!!

You both look radiant and have SUCH pretty eyes. KILLER dress, Ana. We know you look beautiful in your navy BR dress Patience :-)

No Southern drawl?

Looks like you guys had a great time! Thanks for posting the pictures and the video. You both looked wonderful!

Thanks everyone! I actually got a ton of compliments on my dress today, starting with Patience (thank you!) and several people asked me where I got it. It was really windy and during one particularly strong gust I managed to flash a whole crowd of people waiting in line for the new iPhone, but I figure it was worth it. :D

No southern drawl (I'm a Yankee born and bred).

The picture of Ana in her dress looks fantastic and it looked even better in person.

Thank you, Ana. The secret to my toned arms is carrying around a 25 pound baby. No, I don't usually wear make up but I should have today. I just didn't think of it; that's how out of the habit I am. I had put on lipstick but then forgot to reapply.

No Southern drawl; I guess my father's Spanish accent kind of countered the influence.

I actually don't think you need any makeup at all Patience! You're one of the few people I know who can swipe on lipstick and be out the door and look fabulous!

You know, I realized after lunch that what was different about you is that I was expecting you to have a Spanish accent. I don't know why, other than you talk about your dad speaking Spanish and you're half Cuban(?). I know you were raised here though, so there's no logical reason to think that other than it's just one of those weird things you mysteriously insert into your online impression of someone. :D

Awesome pictures. Thankyou for sharing. You are both adorable and look like best friends.
The J Crew you shop at is very nice too!

What fun! You both look great! :)

Ana, I love your dress and your gold accessories with white. Brilliant! I'm going to shamelessly copy this look! (lol :D)

OMG you guys are too freaking adorable! You look like you've known each other for years and years. How long was your visit? Were there any awkward moments, like when you first met?

The photos and video are great! You're voices are much more different than I expected.

This definitely inspires me to make the Boston Tea Party happen. I have an email into my MIL requesting an overnight babysitting gig. It'll be a lot more fun for me if I know I don't have to rush home. We are trying to plan it with our husbands too! I'm so excited!

As long as you were wearing knickers Ana, flashing is okay! You are prettier than a Grecian goddess.

LOVED the video. Greg has just seen it. He said “ OMG, that’s AMAZING!!! “

(Ps That’s what I mean about exotic features getting away with no make-up. You are beautiful, Patience. KEEP THE FRINGE.)

Ana, thanks for the pics! So fun to live vicariously through fellow YLF ladies! Your white dress is absolutely stunning, Ana. And Patience, you have looked classy and sophisticated in every single picture you have posted!

Thanks everyone and Angie for the especially nice compliment! Naf--go for it! White and gold would be especially lovely with your skin tone.

Nicole, I truly had a great time (I think Patience did too) and it wasn't awkward at all. I thought there would be sort of awkward moments of silence, since I wasn't *sure* what we would talk about, other than YLF, but there really weren't any of those. There were nerves, and excitement (which I think are totally normal when you're meeting someone for the first time) but I can say I didn't feel awkward at all.

We've set the bar, now you guys in Boston have to beat it! LOTS of pictures and video are expected. :D

Oh what fun. What beautiful stylish gals you are. Thanks for capturing the moment for the rest of us. It takes some courage to turn an online connection offline, and I love that we all get to share it in a little way.

Oh how fun! Someday I'd love to meet you both as well. I work right across Mopac from the Domain. And I usually only shop one half of the Domain so I didn't know there was a JCrew there!
PS: Did you know that they are expanding it at least 3 times larger? Nordstrom is due to come in by next year.

Sarah, we would love it if you would join us next time we do an outing! Plans are currently in the works to meet regularly. What is your blog address again? Can I send you a PM with my e-mail so we can include you in the plans?

The J. Crew in the Domain is awesome! The staff is always super nice and helpful (especially Lauren and Jessa), and if you go into there even semi-regularly, they will make an effort to remember you and what you like and ask how you are doing.

I heard Nordie's was coming soon--I'm so excited! I don't get to go down to Barton all that often since I live up North near the Arboretum. Having one close by is going to be great!

So much fun! You both look great. Love that dress, Ana!

That looks like so much fun! You guys are gorgeous... (and the desserts sound scrumptious)

I'm catching up and just saw this. I'm so jealous! You guys look FABULOUS! Thanks for sharing.

I guess I missed this one the first time too. You two look so great - and it's wonderful that you were able to meet in person. Thanks for posting this!