Blogalicious 2011: Bloggers, Brands & Beauty — Oh My!

This past weekend, right here in my backyard, at the Gaylord National Conference Center & Resort, the ladies of Blogalicious hosted their annual conference. It was my first Blogalicious conference, although I’ve been to other blogging conferences before – however, this one was phenomenal!

Not only did I meet some great women (and a few men) who are very passionate about their blogs, but the conference was totally — BRANDED! Take a look at the pictures and you’ll see what I mean.

Aleysha Proctor and Gain at Blogalicious

Gain's New "Unique" Scents

Gain detergent sure has come a long way! Not only do they have new scents like Apple Mango Tango, Icy Fresh Fizz and Dazzle & Shine, but they also have other products like dryer bars and in-wash scent boosters (which we received full-sizes of) that can make doing the laundry (almost) fun! 🙂

American Cancer Soceity's More Birthdays party at Blogalicious 2011

The American Cancer Society's More Birthdays party

The American Cancer Society’s More Birthdays (tm) party was so moving. They sponsored a segment where we heard the story of a cancer survivor. Their slogan is “You can create a world with less cancer and more birthdays”. One of my friends and fellow-bloggers broke down and cried next to me as she shared that her Mother had lost her fight with the disease. Awareness and treatment is crucial!

Pure SWAG!

You totally had me at SWAG! I love a good gift bag. And the Blogalicious 2011 gift bag was loaded with full-sized products from household name brands, novels, cookbooks, and every day items to be used by the whole family. And there were additional items given to us throughout the weekend to make this bag so heavy that it couldn’t swing or swag anymore!

Hmmm.... the signature pink cupcake box!

Not only did I win a gift card from American Airlines’ Black Atlas, but they also had custom made Georgetown cupcakes at their booth! No need to stand in a line that wraps around the store here.

Me and Actress & Cover Girl Paula Patton

The Cover Girl Queen Collection lounge was graced with the presence of their newest “face” — the lovely actress, Ms. Paula Patton!

The Food Network's "Big Daddy" - sponsored by Aunt Jemima

The Food Network's Aaron "Big Daddy" McCargo, Jr.

Saturday evening’s dinner was sponsored by Aunt Jemima. We had breakfast for dinner and cooking demonstrations by the Food Network’s Aaron “Big Daddy” McCargo, Jr. It was such a fun evening!

Centerpiece from the Aunt Jemima's dinner

And look at this beautiful centerpiece that I won from the Aunt Jemima breakfast at dinner event! Lovely, isn’t it?!

Hats off to Justice Fergie and Justice Ny of Beblogalicious for doing such an excellent job! The 2011 conference was filled with fun, laughter, wisdom, information, AHA moments and friendships. Things money can’t buy.

Comments

Tamara says

October 27, 2011 at 11:46 AM

Great post Aleysha! Blogalicious was amazing! And how did I miss the cupcakes at the American Airlines table?!?! 🙂

It was great meeting you as well. Wish we had been able to talk more. Looking forward to getting to know you better via FB and twitter!

Aleysha Proctor says

October 27, 2011 at 11:55 AM

Thanks Tamara! You know, when I put in the part about the Georgetown Cupcakes, I thought about you and wondered if you had gotten one. 🙂

It was great meeting you too! And I’m looking forward to staying in touch with you and learning from a great foodie!

Have a blessed day,
Aleysha

jeanie cullip says

November 3, 2011 at 3:33 PM

awesome! I so want to attend a blog conference now!

- Aleysha Proctor says
  
  November 3, 2011 at 5:16 PM
  
  Hi Jeanie,
  
  Yes, you should! This conference was awesome. I’ve been to other blogging conferences, but this one was the best so far.
  
  Keep your eyes opened for information on Blogalicious 2012.
  
  Thanks,
  Aleysha

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