Tuesday Shoesday: The Everlane Leather Street Shoe

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I did it! I said goodbye to my trusty everyday Stan Smith sneakers and a big HELLO to the Leather Street Shoe from Everlane. The Everlane Street Shoe serves it up in a luxurious + durable full-grain leather. The elastic at the shoe tongue allows for an easy fit + hand cut soles made from four layers of foam elevates the shoes. That little boost in the sole makes it the perfect shoe for your commute to work, work + after work.

Now I’ve had these shoes for about two months and during those two months, I’ve worn them to the airport multiple times. If you travel a lot these shoes are an absolute must! They are super simple to slide on and off (insert airport security friendly) and elevate your look just enough to make you look like you didn’t just roll out of bed…even though 90% of the time I am at the airport I just rolled out of bed and am panic jogging from security to my gate.

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Snag them in EVERY color!

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Snag your sneakers now. The Everlane website states that these shoes are selling fast!

Friday Forecast: The Rossi & Rei Artisanal Hat Kickstarter + Weekend Sales

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My mother always told me that I had a hat head…and I clearly I believe her.

I have yet to find a hat that I don’t love including this hat from the ladies of Rossi & Rei. Now, this isn’t just any hat. This is an artisanal hat that’s made in Italy and finished by hand in Paris.

Love it?

Check out their Kickstarter here.

It is very simple! This is the first of (hopefully) many Kickstarter initiatives for Rossi & Rei.

1. They showcase the most talented Italian artisans and their best-selling products.

2. Each product can be customized to your personal taste.

3. Their artisans will craft your bespoke item, and ship it directly to you.

and if you don’t have a hat head don’t worry – there are plenty of weekend sales to keep you busy!

Weekend Sales I’m Shopping

Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale // Up to 70% off

J. Crew 25% off your purchase and take an extra 30% off sale with the code: SHOPNOW

Ann Taylor extra 40% off  (almost everything) with the code: FORYOU

Anthropologie 20% off with the code: WOWMOM

Banana Republic – All dresses $75

LOFT 30% off everything with the code: LOVEMOM

GAP 40% off your purchase with the code: WKND

Purple Hair Don’t Care – The Best Hair Stylist in San Francisco

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Is purple hair at 30 OK?

Sure, why not!?! Nothing like spicing up Easter and showing up to family dinner with Easter pastel inspired hair, right?

(sorry Mom)

If you’ve been following along here you know that I live for a fun color on my head (minus that odd blue phase I went through – here) and anytime I’m ready to ditch the white blonde hair I call on to my girl + stylist McKenzie. Over the years McKenzie and I have been through short hair, long hair, white hair, dead hair – You name it – I’ve rolled into her chair with it or asked for it.

When Mckenzie isn’t solving my life problems and or dealing with my hangover she is behind the chair at the oh-so-chic Cameron James Salon on Union St in San Francisco + a Color Crew Team member for Madison Reed.

She’s a true professional and always down to bring my BIG ideas to life – while keeping my hair surprisingly healthy.

Update: This dress and the entire Victoria Beckham for Target collection is on sale!
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Looking for a stylist in San Francisco?

Book an appointment with McKenzie today for a color service and get a complimentary haircut!

You won’t regret it!

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What I Wore:

Dress: Victoria Beckham for Target, Women’s Orange One Shoulder Dress with Bow and Scallop Trim

Bag: Fendi, Monster Calfskin Leather Flap Wallet on a Chain

Shoes: Topshop (old). Love this new option here.

Bracelets: Miansai, Gold Screw Cuff + Saint Laurent Monogram Manchette Signature Cuff Bracelet

Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Betsy. Love this new version here.

HAIR BY MCKENZIE CUSICK

Book an appointment with McKenzie – Mention this post – And get a free haircut with any color service.

 

What I Ate: Sweet Almond Cake Recipe with My L.A. Chef + La Tourangelle

Do I cook?

HARD NO!

But, do I have friends who can cook?

HELL YA!

So, for this post, I partnered with my friend Michael Gerbino, My L.A. Chef. In addition to being a homie and a fantastic travel buddy (traveling with a chef is THE best!), he is a talented private chef (check out our Easter ham spread here) and helped me to curate and execute a series of amazingly beautiful and delicious dishes with La Tourangelle.

These recipes are simple, seasonal and something anything fashionista can bust out of their kitchen! Check out recipe #1 below for The La Tourangelle Sweet Almond Cake. La Tourangelle handcrafts this Roasted Almond Oil in Woodland, California strictly following 150-year-old French tradition. La Tourangelle roasted almond oil adds a subtle almond taste to any dish and gives a fresh touch to your meal. The oil reveals subtle nuances when combined with other ingredients. Its delicate character makes it a good substitute for olive oil. When combined with any salad, fish or vegetable dish, almond oil helps to fashion a gourmet meal.

La Tourangelle Sweet Almond Cake

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  • Season blueberries with 1.5 tbs of sugar and let rest for 15 minutes
  • Preheat oven to 350 deg with the oven rack in the center
  • Grease a 9” cake pan with cooking spray
  • Place a round piece of parchment paper in the bottom of the pan
  • Zest the lemon and combine the zest with the flour
  • Juice the lemon and set aside
  • Beat the egg yolks with 1⁄2 cup of sugar with a hand mixer in a bowl on high for 3 min or until the yolks are thick and pale yellow
  • Reduce speed to medium and add almond oil and lemon juice until combined
  • Using a wooden spoon, stir in the flour until combined, small lumps are okay
  • Beat egg whites in a clean bowl with 1⁄2 tsp salt on high until foamy, then add 1⁄4 cup of sugar slowly while beating, continue beating until you reach soft peaks, about 3 min
  • Fold whites into the batter working in batches, until combined
  • Place the blueberries into the pan then, place batter on top.
  • Bake in oven for 35-45 min or until a toothpick placed in the center comes out clean
  • Let cool in the pan for 10 min, then remove, slice and enjoy!

Friday Forecast: Good American

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Am I a Good American?

…sometimes

Am I an American who knows her jeans?

Oh, hell yes.

I spent over ten years working at the Gap. During those ten years, I saw the good, the bad and the downright awful – here is a current PRIME example of awful.

According to Good American co-founder Khloe Kardashian, I’m a Good Waist. What’s in a Good Waist?

SEE BELOW

HIGH WAISTED. NATURAL BACK LIFT.
CORSET SLIMMING ELASTICITY.

These jeans are fu*king fantastic people. I am cheating on my Topshop Jamie’s in a real big way. I only have one pair and am dying for Khlomoney to release the Good Waist collection in white.

Khloe can you hear me?

Until then I’ll be shopping the current Good American collection below:

And no matter how GOOD you look and feel in your GOOD AMERICAN denim – always remember:

DON’T text YOUR EX