Fall has arrived (sort of) here in the Bay Area + I took advantage of the first signs of Autumn to wear another dress from local designer Jenny Cheng (check out the first post here). This dress is perfectly playful + easy to layer. The clean silhouette + unexpected geometric print allow for this dress to go from day to night with ease. For this look I decided to highlight my ability to layer. San Francisco style is all about layering + since I was meeting photographer Eddie Hernandez at the Embarcadero center at just about 6pm I knew that the fog was ready to roll in + layers were a MUST.
What I Wore
Dress: Jenny Cheng (c/o), Lover No. 1 (Royal Blue), Top: Banana Republic, Fitted Non-Iron Textured Shirt, Jacket: Zara (old). Shop new here + here. Shoes: Stuart Weitzman via Poshmark, Bag: Clare V, Petit Duffle, Hat: Goorin Bros., Good Hat (Green, Earrings: BaubleBar, Pearl 360 Studs, Glasses: Karen Walker, Betsy.
A lightweight trench is a priceless staple in my closet. I scored this Alexander Wang trench at the first day of the Barney’s sale many years ago. I have worn this over a dress to a wedding, over leggings on a plane + as a dress. It packs like a gem + seems to never go out of style. For this look I paired the trench with my AMAZING new Clare Vivier bag. I have been on a major shopping hiatus as of late but I decided to treat myself to a little birthday present + splurge on this beauty.
While shooting in the park I finally ran into the oh-so fabulous Caroline from PERFECT 10 SF. We have been trying to meet up for months + literally ran into each other in the park!
What I Wore:
Jacket: Alexander Wang (ancient). Shop new here + here.
Yesterday was one of those days that just felt like I was in a daze…all day. It was Tuesday, yet it felt like Monday. I had a headache that I just couldn’t kick (maybe it was ALL the rose I drank Monday) and trying to make myself look presentable was the ultimate challenge. On a day like yesterday I had to keep it simple + classic with my go-to: denim.
What I Wore:
Top: Gap, 1969 Western Denim Boyfriend Shirt
Jacket: Sanctuary (c/o), Camo Print Moto Jacket
Denim: J Brand, Love Story
Shoes: Aldo, Baita
Bag: Gap, very very old. Shop new leather totes here + here.
Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Betsy
Last week I had the pleasure of stopping by the Twice offices to take first dibs of their brand new handbag collection. Minus the challenging parking situation the Twice HQ made me feel as if I was Carrie Bradshaw entering the Vogue accessories closet. We are talking some major designer brands in great condition.
The choice was hard, but I decided to go home with this L.A.M.B tote. The moment I laid my eyes on this bad boy I knew it would be perfect for my lifestyle + the ombré style made just the right statement.
These days working from cafes means loading my work life into my bag, so the size of the L.A.M.B. tote was spot on. My everyday essentials include: my laptop, camera, sunglasses, makeup, flat shoes, a layering piece, dog treats + sometimes a dog.
My day can take me from the park to a cafe to an event so I need to be dressed for it all. This look consists of a lot of my everyday basics: black bodysuit, white pants (even after labor day), hat + pumps. Not shown are the black loafers hidden in my bag for battling the infamous San Francisco hills. All of my essentials fit in the bag + I let the bag serve as the pop of color for this everyday look.
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What I Wore:
Jacket: Gap, 1969 Denim Jacket
Top: ASOS, Bandeau Bodysuit
Pants: St. John Collection, ‘Diana’
Shoes: Maison Martin Margiela x H & M, Plexi Wedge Pump. Shop similar here + here.
Hat: Goorin Bros., Queen of Knives
Lips: Givenchy, Rouge Interdit Satin Lips (true red)
Rings: Alexis Bittar
Bag: L.A.M.B. via Twice (c/o), ‘Ombre Patent-Manchester’ Tote Bag
Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Betsy
Photos by JennyMay of J. Villarete Photography
Last night I had a pretty magical night with my city. Maybe it was the white wine, maybe it was the Bay Bridge light show, but I found myself falling in love with San Francisco all over again. I decided to shoot my look a little late in the day but I couldn’t resist + this look was filled with some of my favorite go-to pieces. I pretty much live in American Eagle denim shorts all summer. There is something about the fit that keeps me coming back each year. This jacket from San Francisco favorite Marine Layer has also been in heavy rotation all sumer. It is the perfect weight + the pockets are essential for dog walking without a purse. Not shown was the mega shoe swap I made before we took these pictures. I went from Birkenstocks to Mary-Jane pumps in 30 seconds flat (thanks Caity). The pumps were only worn for the pictures + went back into my purse for my walk home along the bay.
