Friday Forecast: The Creeper Shoe

KatWalkSF - Creeper Shoes

While this trend may be slightly terrifying, the creeper shoe is here and on nearly every fashionista.

Like the flatform (another Friday Forecast), creepers have a chunky and often lug sole. They’re heavy, geeky, and the number one footwear style popping up on the feet of fashion girls right now. Styles vary from clunky, ultra-high shoes to simple boyfriend inspired styles.

Will you be sporting creepers this season?

I dove into this trend, but with this very affordable pair.

…Frank is still on the fence.
KatWalkSF - Creeper Shoes

If creepers are a YES for you, shop some of my favorite ‘creeper’ styles below:

A Few of My Favorite Things

KatWalkSF - Reformation

The holiday season is FINALLY over, so now I can FINALLY catch up!

Instagram has been an easy platform for me to quickly share this holiday season + now I am catching up here with from some of my favorite looks + details!

This Reformation jumpsuit was a sample sale score that took me from day to night and all over the city in style. I also sported these Adam Lippes x Target pumps regularly! Who knew that $39 pumps could look so good?!

Valentino Tango Pumps

These Valentino ‘Tango’ Pumps were on repeat the entire holiday season.

These bad boys are festive + the chunky heel allows for long wear (without attempting to cut off my feet).

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Everything from this look was a favorite this holiday season. The jumpsuit was worn weekly, including when I fulfilled my lifelong dream of starring on the local news here in San Francisco for the Ghirardelli Square tree lighting!

KatWalkSF // San Francisco

Bowzer Bracelets – all day every day.

I live alone. They don’t have a clasp. I wear them every freakin’ day!

Marrin Costello Choker

A choker stack.

I stole the druzy choker off the designers neck (sorry, not sorry Marrin) + quickly picked up the thin choker when she introduced it to her new collection. I love to layer them together + the clasps are easy for a single lady to get on!

KatWalkSF - Les Mechantes Ladytie

A ladytie + an off the shoulder top.

Easy + Effortless.

KatWalkSF - ASOS Say You Will Pointed Heels

Pom Pom heels…yep!

But, they are next to impossible to walk in->insert Poshmark!

KatWalkSF - Touch My Butt

And I close this ‘Favorite Things’ post with my absolute favorite sweatshirt!

Touch My Butt & Buy Me Pizza

Cheers to 2016!

…and don’t forget to buy me pizza!

Sassy Style – Are a romper + OTK boots a good combination?

KatWalkSF - Camo // Romper

Sassy or Chic?

What do you think….did I overdo it here?

I’m on the fence!

KatWalkSF - Camo // Romper

KatWalkSF - Marrin Costello Jewelry

KatWalkSF - Bowser Bracelets

I fu*king love these bracelets!

Yes, I do wear them every day!

KatWalkSF - Camo // Romper

KatWalkSF - Camo // Romper

What I Wore:

Jacket: Banana Republic (sold out). Try this camouflage jacket option here.

Romper: Les Méchantes, Black Floral Romper

Boots: Jeffrey Campbell (old). Love these options here + here.

Bracelets: Marrin Costello via Les Méchantes, Bowzer

Necklaces: Marrin Costello via Les Méchantes here + here.

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, Original Aviator

Photos by Garry Alexander

And since this post was almost all Les Méchantes I figured I might as well throw a discount out! Save 15% off all Les Méchantes purchases with the code: KATWALKSF15

My Holiday Survival Guide – #HanesForTheHolidays

With just four days left until Christmas, (insert meltdown) I partnered up with Hanes to share my Top 5 Tips to survive the holiday season!

5. Dress in Layers

This tip applies towards anyone + everyone, but especially in San Francisco. There is nothing like walking out of a warm + cozy heated home and into the cold without all the layers. I’m talking ALL the layers. In fact, I have been wearing a backpack in lieu of a purse just to house all of my layers!

From scarves to tights to gloves I need it all!

KatWalkSF - Hanes + Naturalizer

 4. Wear sensible shoes

With a patented contoured footbed with superior arch and heel support, dual-density cushioning, a cool and breathable lining, lightweight materials, and flexibility that moves with you, The Harding boots from Naturalizer are a freakin’ dream! In addition to being really comfortable, the exposed silver zipper and stacked heel make these a VERY fashionable bootie option!

KatWalkSF - Hanes + Naturalizer

3. Take care of yourself

Don’t let the chaos of the holiday season get the best of you + let you forget about yourself! I have been (trying) to work in as many workouts this season with Basecamp. As painful as it is to get up at 6 am every morning, the crew at Basecamp makes it pretty darn easy and you are in and out in 45 minutes!

I also recently noticed that my vision was not what it used to be!

-Insert me messaging guys the WRONG names on Bumble!-

So, I partnered up with Jins in Union Square to get my vision right. The 20/20 team is NOW offering in-house vision exams at the JINS store. This exam takes less than 15 minutes and costs $40! After the exam, I selected these green frames and had prescription glasses made and fitted in another 30 minutes!

Bam! No more ‘Bumble Blunders’ for me!

KatWalkSF - Hanes + Naturalizer

KatWalkSF - Hanes + Naturalizer

2. Shop YOUR Closet

There is no need to go out and buy a new outfit for every holiday party this week! Almost everything from this look (except the Hanes), came from my closet from past seasons. In fact, I forgot I even owned the scarf + found it while cleaning out my closet, for my Poshmark closet.

KatWalkSF - Hanes + Naturalizer1. Unplug + Enjoy!

Put your phone down + enjoy the holiday season! Instagram will still be there on the 26th + no one wants to see what you ate for Christmas dinner on Snapchat!

KatWalkSF - Hanes + Naturalizer

What I Wore:

Coat: Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation, Cocoon Coat (old). Love these coat options here + here.

Dress: Otis & Maclain (old). Love this new option from Otis & Maclain here.

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, Original Aviator

Glasses: Jins (c/o), U189 in Mint Wave

Tights: Hanes (c/o),  Women’s Firm Control Power Shapers

Scarf: ASOS (sold out), Love these options here + here.

Boots: Naturalizer (c/o), Harding

Photos by Garry Alexander

Thank you to Hanes for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.

A Night At The Museum

I’ve lived in San Francisco the majority of my adult life, yet sometimes forget to take advantage of all the beautiful sites in my city.

A couple of weekes ago I was invited to shoot at the de Young museum. Dressed in all the Banana Republic (with a side of vintage Chanel) I hit the museum with my truty photographer + buddy, Garry.

The De Young Museum provided a beautiful background both inside + outside. I was lucky enough to go on a special tour highlighting some of the most photogenic areas of the museum.

(But since it was at night, lighting was a bit of a struggle- insert black + white)KatWalkSF // De Young Museum // Kathleen Ensign

KatWalkSF // De Young Museum // Kathleen Ensign

KatWalkSF // De Young Museum // Kathleen Ensign

What I Wore:

Top: Banana Republic, Multi-Layer Shirt

Jacket: Banana Republic, Camo Military Jacket. Love this style from Banana Republic too.

Pants: American Apparel (old).

Boots: Chanel (vintage). Love these Over-The-Knee Chanel options here + here.

Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Starburst

Photos by Garry Alexander