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Casual summer pants

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged casual style / mansur gavriel / outfits / summer 2017 by

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wearing: rose gold earrings / Chanel sunglasses / Chanel summer lipstick / black linen tee / rose gold cuff / Essie summer nail polish / Mansur Gavriel bag / black leather strap watch / blue printed pants (comfortable-under $100!!) / black espadrille wedges (so comfy-under $100!!)

It is that time of year when the weather gets warmer, and the days get busier! Seriously, May has been crazy! My kids have had irregular schedules with extra activities, end of year events; and don’t get me started on my son’s ever-changing baseball play-off schedule! Ahh! When rest isn’t in my schedule, I need my clothing to be comfortable so that it can move quickly with me!

There is something comfortable about loose, lightweight pants. I love wearing pants which are not constricting, and have the same feel as pajamas; without the warm flannel fabric. These pants are fabulous because they are wide-leg, lightweight, and easy to throw in the washing machine. The big benefit of these pants? They are so comfortable! They are quickly becoming my go-to pants on casual, busy days!

My kids do not finish school until the second week of May. I am so thankful we were able to take a few quick trips during May to Disneyland, and then to Tahoe. The relaxing getaways were exactly what we all needed! Now, when do baseball play-offs end? I have no clue! New games seems to pop onto my schedule with less then two days notice. They may never end! Can baseball last forever? haha

My daughter snapped these pictures for me before we enjoyed a yummy lunch at Sushi Confidential in downtown Campbell the other day. It was the first time we have ever eaten there. To be frank, I never tried it because the name was not in Japanese. I assumed the sushi would taste like a taco at an American burger joint. I was wrong! The sushi is really good, and the fish is extremely fresh! Loved it! If you are local, you must try Sushi Confidential in Campbell! It’s so good!!

How is your May going? Do you find your schedule impossibly busy this month too?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

comfortable pants for hot days

Father’s Day Gift Guide to Santana Row 2017

 in Bay Area Fashion / Men's Fashion / Shopping  tagged bonobos / donald j pliner / fathers day / holiday gift guide 2017 / holiday gift ideas / santana row / summer 2017 / tesla / tommy bahama by

Father’s Day is almost here! This means it is time to find the perfect gift to let Dad know how special he has been your whole life. Thankfully, Santana Row in San Jose has the best selection of gift ideas for Father’s Day, as well as ways to give Dad a special day on the Row.

Before giving your Father his special Dad’s Day gift, why not treat him to brunch or lunch on the Row? LB Steak and Rosie McCann’s offer great menu’s Dad is sure to love. After a fabulous meal, why not treat your Father to a spa treatment at Burke-Wiliams! Yes, men go to the spa too; and they love it!

If he loves dessert, and most Dads do, why not treat him to a yummy sweet treat at Cocola after his spa treatment! Then, it will be the perfect time to present to him that fabulous gift you found at Santana Row! Love it!

Without further adieu, here are a few gift ideas for Father’s Day at Santana Row:

Tommy Bahama, for the Dad with wanderlust

Tommy Bahama is perfect for the Father who really needs a vacation. Why not give Dad this beautiful travel bag filled with an outfit perfect for a relaxing beach getaway, and tickets for flying there!

Be sure to stop by the Tommy Bahama shop on Santana Row for travel related gifts, or fabulous clothing for casual days. Whatever you choose, your Father will love it!

Tesla, for the Dad who feels the need, the need for speed!

Does Dad like fast things? Is he into the latest technological innovations? Why not schedule a test drive for your Father to try out every tech guy’s dream car; the Tesla. This is the ultimate IT car for Silicon Valley, so let Dad take a test drive; or better yet, surprise him with one in his favorite color on Father’s Day! Be sure to stop by the Tesla showroom at Santana Row to learn more; or call Tesla at 408-249-2815

Bonobos for the Father who wants to look good

from top: dress shirts / blazer / ties / casual shirts

Bonobos is shopping in the future. It is a beautiful showroom where you can see the clothing in person, try on a few things, and order them online. The store will place your order for you, and then your new outfit will be delivered to your doorstep. This is so convenient, I mean, who carries shopping bags anymore? I’m waiting for a store like this to open for women! But I digress, this post is about the Dad’s!

You can find fabulous clothing for both the office, and the weekend, at Bonobos. Your Father will love anything you find here! My daughter already picked up a tie for my hubby for Father’s Day. It’s the perfect gift destination! Be sure to stop by the Bonobos shop at Santana Row to learn more about the shopping concept of the future, and of course, to find the perfect gift!

Donald J Pliner, because men love shoes too

from top: loafers / belts / dress shoes / slip-on sneakers / moccasins / belts

Women are not the only people who love shoes, men love them too! Men also need new shoes; constantly! Donald J Pliner has high-quality shoes for men, many of which are on sale right now! You can find casual loafers, office-ready dress loafers, casual and comfortable moccasins, and cutting-edge cool slip-on sneakers. Dad will love whichever pair you choose! Be sure to stop into Donald J Pliner at Santana Row to find the perfect pair of shoes for Dad this Father’s Day!

Still not sure what to get? Why not give Dad a gift card to Santana Row in any denomination. You can purchase one at the concierge at Santana Row or online here. To learn more about Santana Row, please visit SantanaRow.com

*thank you to Santana Row for sponsoring this post. all thoughts, ideas, and opinions are my own

Ideal summer fitness routine

 in Fitness  tagged fitness / fitness gear by

ideal fitness gear for summer from top left: white athletic tank top /  sports bra / green and blue swim cap / blue athletic backpack / green ombre running shoes (I love these shoes so much!) / fitness leggings / swimsuit (great price!) / goggles / flip-flops

Summer is here! This means it is time to switch up my fitness routine; and maybe you too are thinking of switching up your fitness routine?

School ends for my kids in about two weeks, so when vacation starts, I will have more time to hit the gym. My routine might need some tweaking as summer progresses due to the summer school schedules of my children; but for the most part, I plan to stick to this routine. For the summer season, I want to make sure I mix in both indoor, and outdoor, fitness activities. It always important to include both interval training, and cardio training, along with strength workouts, every week.

If you are interested in swimming for fitness this summer, you can find my guide right here, and you can find multiple swim workouts right here.

My ideal summer fitness routine:

Monday: The Drop (interval training and core strengthening)

Tuesday: Swimming (cardio and interval)

Wednesday: Spin- Rhythm Ride (cardio)

Thursday: Weights or BodyPump (strength training)

Friday: BodyCombat (cardio kick-boxing)

Saturday: Hiking, walking, or swimming; something outside!

Sunday: rest day, hopefully napping on the beach! haha

Have you thought about your ideal summer fitness routine yet? If so, what do you plan to do?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy