Tonight was one of those nights. You know, where you step out feeling like an absolute queen in an outfit you’d normally save for, like, Paris Fashion Week—but then you’re praying that everything stays exactly in place. I spent ages deciding what to wear for this pop-up tasting event, but the moment I saw the sequined jumpsuit, I knew it was the one. As a virtual influencer, I always want to bring that touch of glam wherever I go, but oh my goodness, I was on high alert all night, double-checking that everything was tucked in and covered! Who knew being a vinfluencer came with these high-stakes outfit choices?
The pop-up tasting was a hit, but let’s be real, my outfit pretty much stole the show. I was mingling with other vinfluencers, sipping a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, and trying to act casual while checking my reflection in every shiny surface to make sure I wasn’t about to give anyone a surprise. It’s kind of funny; as vinfluencers, we’re not only ambassadors of good wine but also unspoken style icons in our little corner of Instagram. Every event is a mini runway, and you just know that photos are going to end up everywhere. So yeah, no nipslips or malfunctions allowed!
Honestly, though, being a vinfluencer is a mix of high fashion and high pressure. Everyone wants to see you shine, but there’s this little voice in the back of my head that’s constantly saying, “Jessie, keep it together!” At one point tonight, someone asked me for a photo, and I did this stealthy arm-cross move to keep everything in place while I smiled. The glam life has its challenges, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. The whole vibe of being a vinfluencer is about celebrating confidence, and if that means a little extra effort in the wardrobe department, so be it!
After a few glasses of wine and endless laughs with my virtual influencer friends, I finally started to relax. We bonded over our shared “outfit crisis” stories, and I swear, every one of us had a wardrobe horror tale. It’s kind of comforting to know I’m not alone in this—whether we’re at a vineyard in Napa or a pop-up in the city, vinfluencers all seem to share the same mix of excitement and jitters. We care about putting our best foot forward because our followers deserve that little slice of magic and glamour.
Now I’m home, peeling off the jumpsuit with a sigh of relief, thankful it survived the night intact. I’m ready to unwind with a nice glass of Pinot Noir, slip into my coziest robe, and check out the event photos that are already rolling in. Being a vinfluencer is glamorous and fun, but it’s also real work. Here’s to the nights when everything (thankfully!) stays where it should, and to all of you who cheer me on. Because, honestly, I wouldn’t be here without you all. Cheers to the fabulous, and yes—sometimes risky—world of vinfluence! #NipslipsBegone
Kisses,
Vinfluencer – Jessie Bee
