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Purple in Paris – The Ultra Violet Banana Republic Suit Does Paris Fashion Week

March 26, 2018KatWalkSF 40 Comments

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Matching your blazer to your trousers (or vice-versa) is one of the most popular trends and I’m here for it – remember this Banana Republic suit from NYFW in September? Well, I decided to style a similar version in Milan (not photographed) and again in Paris.

And while styling a suit can feel slightly intimidating and stuffy, it was surprisingly simple to style. Beyond cuts, it’s easy to get even more creative with bold colors: red and yellow or ultra violet-my preference and sumptuous textures, like velvet, corduroy or top it with a faux fur coat like I did for this look.

So when we booked our trip to Europe I knew that I wanted to have another suit moment, this time in Ultra Violet…from head to toe.

According to our friends over at PANTONE our color of the year is dramatically provocative and a thoughtful purple shade? OK. Ultra Violet communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking that points us toward the future…

Do you agree with PANTONE?

Or is this just a lovely shade of purple?

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What I Wore:

Jacket: Surfin’ Bird via Nasty Gal, Faux Fur Coat

Banana Republic Suit – Blazer: Banana Republic, Classic-Fit Machine-Washable Italian Wool Blend Blazer (lilac)

Tank: Everlane, The Pima Stretch Tank

Banana Republic Suit – Pants: Banana Republic, Logan Trouser-Fit Cropped Machine-Washable Italian Wool Blend Pant (lilac)

Shoes: Everlane, The Day Heel

FULL POST ON THESE MAGICAL HEELS HERE

Bag: Brahmin, Lane Circle Crossbody Bag

Sunglasses: Chloe c/o eBay, Carlina Round Wire Metal Sunglasses

Lip: FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA, Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color

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What I Ate: #OwnYourAfter with Drink Après

March 22, 2018KatWalkSF 31 Comments

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Me again. Still wearing stretchy pants all day, every day…but today I am not talking about my love for ALL things spandex (sad face), I am talking about drink APRÈS.

If you are anything like me you have NO problem spending all your hard earned pennies on trendy workout classes + workout gear. I mean it is January. The month where we all reevaluate our lives, decide to work out and give up EVERYTHING.

I spend the majority of my time and dollars at SoulCycle (read about it here) and Barry’s Bootcamp. I throw on my bedazzled workout gear, I sweat my heart out, I Instagram it and then I race home. Once I am home I hit the shower and am immediately on my laptop. Hours go by and I completely forget to eat! And by the time I finally remember to eat it is far too late and I have just wasted an ENTIRE workout.

Insert [APRÈS] -> originally designed to sustain your post-workout glow, APRÈS is a blend of replenishing ingredients including organic plant proteins, virgin coconut oil, and hydrating coconut water. APRÈS gives back to your body so that you can move forward – now that is a solution to my resolutions for a better 2018!

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And when I don’t completely forget to eat or drink after my work out I spend another $14 on a shake! Yep, $14! So, I’m saying goodbye to the $14 mistake shake after SoulCycle too.

As easy + satisfying as it is to stroll down Union St. in my fancy workout gear after my fancy workout class to snag a fancy smoothie filled with god knows what – it is just not in my cards anymore.

My main resolution for 2018 was to give up food delivery (adios UberEATS + Caviar), but as the year has progressed I have decided to take this resolution to the next level and really make a conscious effort to monitor exactly what is going in my mouth and how I am spending my hard earned dollars.

Insert [APRÈS] -> (again).

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Are you ready to #OwnYourAfter with me and drink APRÈS?

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San Francisco Street Style

March 19, 2018KatWalkSF 28 Comments

San Francisco Street Style

Always a hot topic in my city by the bay. Why? Because the city of San Francisco has very quickly become a city filled with casual tech bros who consider washing their startup logo hoodies and wearing a fresh pair of Allbirds dressing up.

So when I hit Powell Street in San Francisco’s Union Square in this street style inspired outfit I got ALL the looks. So many looks that tourists even started taking photos of me! Yep, one even posted a photo of me on Instagram!

Considering the fact that I just got off the plane from New York Fashion Week I consider this look to be pretty toned down! Maybe it is the small sunnies? I don’t know!

When will San Francisco Street Style exist and maybe even one day compete with New York?

Let me know in the comments!

What I Wore:

Dress: Forever 21, Poplin High-Low Maxi Shirt Dress

Dress #2: Diane von Furstenberg, L / S Woven Wrap Dress.

Also styled here.

Pumps: Everlane, The Editor Heel

Bag: CULT GAIA, Lilleth small collapsible bamboo tote

Sunglasses: Amazon, MINCL/Sexy Women Small Frame Chic Vintage Designer Lady Cat Eye Sunglasses

Travel With Me: The Travel Jumpsuit Everyone Needs

March 13, 2018KatWalkSF 10 Comments

A travel jumpsuit?

Am I still drunk from this weekends bachelorette party?

The answers are yes and maybe yes. A travel jumpsuit is my secret weapon to traveling in style and still looking chic.

First things first, let’s address the one MAJOR issue with a travel jumpsuit – you have to get naked in a questionable restroom to use the restroom, but aside from that you are good to go. This jumpsuit looks fancy but really feels like sweats – MAJOR SCORE. The cold shoulder details give the jumpsuit a little bit of style, but it doesn’t cut too high on the neckline and you can still wear your favorite bralette or wireless bra because COMFORT IS KEY.

Ok, next up let’s discuss the shoes. Yes, I am wearing patent leather pumps on the plane. I did it. I thought it was odd at the time (the heels didn’t fit in my suitcase), but I did it and I kind of loved it. Order a 1/2 size up in these pumps, use my $50 coupon: KAT50 and you are good to go.

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What I Wore:

Travel Jumpsuit: ASOS, Cold Shoulder Sweat Jumpsuit

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, Standard Original 58mm Aviator Sunglasses

Bag: Gucci, Bestiary GG Supreme Tote Bag

Shoes: M. Gemi (c/o), The Cammeo (natural patent). Save $50 off with the code: KAT50

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Tuesday Shoesday: Winter Sneakers

February 27, 2018KatWalkSF 13 Comments

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We are smack dab in the middle of winter and frankly, all I want to wear are leggings and sneakers. I really can’t remember the last time I didn’t wear leggings and sneakers…

Anyways, due to the fact that I am in the midst of a major winter fashion meltdown, I decided to share some of my favorite winter sneakers with you. These are the sneakers that I wear to SoulCycle, to walk Benji and let’s be honest – everywhere else.

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Allbirds – Wool Runners – $95

According to the team over at Allbirds these are the world’s most comfortable shoes – and I agree. Made of castor bean oil and New Zealand superfine merino wool, these winter sneakers are environmentally friendly and comfy AF.

The only downfall to sporting a pair of Allbirds is that the tech bro sitting next to you in your Uber pool will most likely be sporting them too. Yep, they are the foundation of the Silicon Valley bro uniform and I get it. They are SO comfy and we all deserve to be comfy! Right?

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Vionic – Slip-On Sneakers – $129.95

I’m gonna be REAL honest here. At first sight, these sneakers were NOT my jam. They looked like my old Vans only in pink with cutouts. A PR company sent them to me because a new store was opening in San Francisco, so I decided to give them a shot. I wore them for a couple of hours around SF and my mind was blown. These shoes are beyond comfortable, easy to style and a guess who is a MAJOR fan of them?

OPRAH!!!

Yep, Oprah is a big fan and even included them in her Favorite Things List for 2017.

As Oprah says in the December issues of O, The Oprah Magazine, on newsstands today, “Treat feet to these sneakers designed to hug arches and support natural alignment with an orthotic insert. They’re super comfortable.”

I love these shoes so much that my greedy ass asked for another pair. So, now I have them in dusty pink and black. Expect to see the black pair on heavy rotation during all my upcoming travels.

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APL – Athletic Propulsion Labs – $160-$185

These sneakers are EVERYWHERE these days. From Lululemon to Nordstrom to Intermix they are popping up everywhere and seen on nearly every fashionista + celebrity.

Athletic Propulsion Labs founders and twins Adam and Ryan Goldston pioneered the first shoe proven to make you jump higher thanks to its revolutionary Load ‘N Launch™ technology. Bridging the gap between your workout and work day, each sneaker and is created with uncompromised attention to detail, quality fabrics and tailored fits.

The only downfall to these sneakers is the price point. They are pretty pricey, but fortunately easy to find at the end of season sales.

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Purple in Paris – The Ultra Violet Banana Republic Suit Does Paris Fashion Week

Do you agree with PANTONE?

Or is this just a lovely shade of purple?

What I Wore:

FULL POST ON THESE MAGICAL HEELS HERE

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