Friday Forecast: The Lace-Up Ballet Flat

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Lace-up - Ribbon - Ballet FlatsAccording to social media, this is the most popular shoe trend of the season…

And if I see one more fashionista on Instagram rocking the Miu Miu, Strapped Printed Lace-Up Ballet Flats I could scream (of jealousy).

Now, if you’re searching for the perfect upgrade to the classic skimmer, look no further: The lace-up ballet flat is the one for you. I am over the days of the Aquazzura leather cord wrap and am now a major fan of the feminine grosgrain ribbon trend for Fall. The ribbon laces are one of those simple details that pack a strong punch when it comes to taking any look to the next level.

I’ve searched the internet for all the dance-inspired flats with different styles and budgets (below). I suggest going for a pair in jet-black leather for an office-appropriate flat, or choose a color that pops against your cropped kick flare denim on the weekends. Either way, I am stocking up on this trend this season.

Lace-up - Ribbon - Ballet Flats

Lace-up - Ribbon - Ballet Flats

Shop Some of My Favorite Styles Below:

Friday Forecast: The Best Labor Day Sales

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The Best Labor Day Sales (1)

Proper online shopping is a labor of love. You’ve gotta search for the best discount codes, find free shipping, locate your size and deal with the buyer’s remorse…the list goes on and on.

So, lucky for you I’ve spent the last couple hours online shopping + navigating the best sales this Labor Day weekend. So grab a mimosa, charge your laptop and break out the credit cards.

Ann Taylor: Extra 50% off ALL sale styles.

Anthropologie: Extra 40% off sale item. Dying for this skirt. I can see it twirling into fall.

ASOS: 15% off everything with the code: LASTHURRAH

Banana Republic: 40% off (almost) everything. Snag these sunnies. I am having a serious love affair with them.

Barneys Warehouse: My absolute favorite website for designer deals. Take an extra 30% off select styles. These major Aquazzura lace-up sandals are a VERY good idea.

Bloomingdales: Extra 20% off a great selection of sale and clearance items. I just snagged this fringe jacket from McGuire but want this dress from N Nicholas too.

Club Monaco: Take an extra 40% off sale items with code FAREWELLSUMMER, through September 5th.

Gap: 40% off your purchase with the code: SHINEON. Adore this wool bomber and you can snag this one for your man too.

Intermix: Take an extra 40% off sale. Do I need this dress or what?

J.Crew: 30% off orders of $200+ or 25% off orders of $125+ with code SHOPMORE, through September 5th.

Nasty Gal: Take an extra 25% off sale

Reformation: Their bi-annual summer sale is in full swing. Snag what’s left at up to 90% off.

Shopbop: Select items up to 70% off. I live in this Style Mafia sweater (seen here) and have been stalking this Marissa Webb dress FOREVER.

The Outnet: Extra 30% off the designer edit. This designer edit includes Balmain + Mui Mui.

What I Ate: Barzotto

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Barzotto

Barzotto, Valencia Street’s latest fast-casual pasta spot is open and kicking some serious butt.
The Barzotto space is gorgeous and oh-so Instagram-friendly.
And last weekend I had the opportunity to check out their brand new brunch menu and of course, a round of their housemade pasta.
Starting with…

#FromWhereIStand with the Barzotto Cocktail

(above)

This housemade cocktail is served in a signature bottle filled with bitter citrus, sweet vermouth, soda, salt and a red striped straw.

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Barzotto Brunch

Brunch!

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Baked Eggs

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Baked with spicy tomato sauce and surrounded by squash, cauliflower, and peppers, this decadent dish has a bit of healthy touch…so have another mimosa!

Barzotto

Porchetta

Maple-glazed with chicken dripping potatoes. Not a dish you find on every brunch menu, but a dish I want on every brunch menu!

Barzotto

Spaghetti

These extra long noodles (15 inches to be exact) are smothered in pecorino, parmesan + black pepper and left me wanting to lick the plate…and or order a second round. Sharing on Sundays is hard!

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French Toast

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Stuffed brioche with marscarpone + roasted strawberries.

Anything with marscarpone is good in my book, especially with a side of roasted strawberries and when it doesn’t count as dessert!

Barzotto

Barzotto

And last but not least a little gelato soft serve to finish off our brunch. The ‘Spumoni’  (on the right) featured cherry, chocolate + pistachio and blew my mind…again sharing on Sunday is hard!

I’ll be back to Barzotto and I suggest you do too. They are a walk-in only restaurant, so get in there and grab a seat!

Still hungry?

Check out some more food posts here + here.

A Statement Sleeve for Fall

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Fall arrived in San Francisco two months ago, so there are already plenty of fresh fall sweaters in my wardrobe. I snagged this statement cable-knit sweater for the always chilly Outside Lands music festival at the beginning of the month! The knit ruffle sleeves made just the right statement for the music festival and I have now styled it for an every day look…every day (sorry for the Instagram overload).

This statement sweater comes from Indie Brand, Style Mafia. With an affordable price point and just the right bit of modern edge and flare, Style Mafia has quickly become one of my favorite brands.

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The tiered butterfly sleeves take this look from simple to sassy (my speciality).

Saint Laurent Fringe Tote

A Fringe Tote – A welcome addition to a statement sleeve.

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Style Mafia Sweater

What I Wore:

Sweater: Style Mafia, Stellar Sweater. On sale here too.

Pants: J. Crew, Pixie Snap-Front Pant

Shoes: Shellys London (c/0), ‘Emma’ platform oxford

Bag: Saint Laurent, ‘Large Shopping’ Fringe Tote

Necklace: Marrin Costello, Marnie Necklace

Photos by Garry Alexander

What I Ate: DOSA SF

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DOSA SF

Fun fact: I am allergic to cinnamon. Not so fun fact: this prevents me from eating most Indian food.

So an invitation from DOSA in my inbox left me wondering if I could actually participate in the unveiling of their new seasonal menu.

Lucky for me the team at DOSA went above and beyond to make sure that I got a true South Indian dining experience (without dying).

I had a blast dining with executive chef/owner, Anjan Mitra who took the time to guide us through the menu (and ensured that the cinnamon dishes stayed away from me). The kitchen put together

The kitchen put together an innovative menu for us, featuring high-quality, local ingredients and bright flavors. And while I couldn’t taste every dish, we could photograph them and the overall consensus from the table was two thumbs up.

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA SF

DOSA has two locations in San Francisco. One on Fillmore St (shown here) and one on Valencia St. Stop by either location for all the South Indian eats and killer cocktails.

Photos by Garry Alexander