The Burnisher's Ball

This weekend was the dental school prom. Well maybe that's not the best term, but it's the most convenient way to describe it; a dance party to celebrate the end of the year. More then anything, the Burnisher's Ball was a fundraiser. Sponsors and donations covered the cost of the actual ball, allowing 90+% of the ticket sales to go toward the patient fund. Our patient fund is a reserve used specifically to treat those that are most in need. We service a relatively rural population and it's not uncommon for people to walk into the clinics in dire need of emergency treatment with no way to afford it. That's where the patient fund comes in so it was great to be supporting this and even better to find out that the event raised thousands of dollars. 

I was so glad that my husband was in town to be my date. Isn't he so handsome? 

What I'm Wearing? 

Dress: Adrianna Papell 

Earrings: Overstock 

Bangle: New York & Company 

Shoes: American Eagle 

I absolutely adore this dress. Ironically when I first purchased it, I felt like I was settling. I didn't like the color as much in store (it was dark in there), but the lace was nice enough and it was within the $100 budget I set for myself. Plus I have a bit of experience with Adrianna Papell as this company made the reception dress I wore to my wedding. So although it wasn't my favorite, it had some good qualities and I begrudgingly left with the dress. When I got home, I began to see it in a new light. Once I had the hem altered and was wearing the proper undergarments, I realized just how flattering this beauty was to my body. Also, I scored this elegant dress for only $65 via Nordstorm Rack. It really was a great find and I'm hoping to have the opportunity to wear it again.  

By the way, in case you were wondering about the obscure title, a burnisher is a dental tool.