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Nars Black Fire nail polish review

December 21, 2015 in Beauty / Nail Polish tagged nars / reviews / winter 2016 by Bay Area Fashionista

Pictured: Nars Black Fire nail polish from the Steven Klein beauty collection for winter.

Nars Black Fire nail polish is a an almost-black nail hue from Nars Steven Klein beauty collection. This special winter beauty collection features colors with that WOW factor. I have loved all three of the nail polish hues from this collection! Read my reviews of Night Creature and Hard to Get.

Black Fire by Nars is incredible alternative to plain black nail polish. This deep, dark color is more of a charcoal than a black. There are matte sparkles in the nail polish which add dimension. Nars Black Fire nail polish also has a very slight blue tone to it; making it an incredible, unique nail polish color. Love!

I tested out Nars Black Fire nail polish with one base coat, two coats of Black Fire, and one top coat. The polish lasted a full week; although I tend to credit this amazing top coat for the longevity of any nail polish I test out lately. The only reason I needed to repaint my nails was due to nail growth. I never received a chip in Black Fire! Love that!

Nars Black Fire nail polish is a great polish to keep in one’s nail polish wardrobe. Although a winter hue, Black Fire is a neutral color which can be worn during any season. It works with both warm and cold color palettes; acting as classic as black can be. Now that is perfection 😉

I am looking forward to wearing Narc Black Fire nail polish any time I need an edgy neutral to compliment my look.

For a holiday look, I would recommend topping off Nars Black Fire nail polish with a silver, glittery top coat such as this one.

Nars Black Fire nail polish, and the rest of the Steven Klein for Nars beauty collection, can be found online here.

Desigual spring 2016 New York Fashion Week

December 18, 2015 in General Fashion tagged desigual / new york fashion week / nyfw ss16 / runways / spring 2016 / summer 2016 by Bay Area Fashionista

Photos courtesy of Desigual

Desigual showed their spring/summer 2016 collection at New York Fashion Week in September. It was an amazing collection filled with Desigual’s signature bright colors, whimsical prints, and chic silhouettes.

The handbags on Desigual’s spring 2016 runway were a nod to the continuing bucket bag trend, and the current saddle bag trend. Desigual’s handbags were shown in bright colors; perfect to complete an ensemble of bright prints, or to wear with a neutral outfit as a pop of color or key piece. Love that!

I love the printed skirts, striped tops, and flowing pants. Desigual’s spring 2016 collection is amazing!

Since I was not able to take photos at Desigual’s show, they have provided me with photos from the show to share with you. Please click the gallery above to make each photo large.

To learn more about Desigual, please visit desigual.com.

Turtleneck sweater and boots

December 17, 2015 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion tagged boots / givenchy / kendra scott / office attire / outfits / scarves / sweaters / tory burch / winter 2016 by Bay Area Fashionista

Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Lipstick: Chanel Melancholie / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Blanket Scarf (on sale!!) / Sweater (sold out, also love this one on sale!) / Skirt: Tahari (old, also love SAVE or SPLURGE) / Rings: Kendra Scott / Nail Polish: Chanel Troublante / Handbag: Givenchy / Boots: Tory Burch (on sale!)

It has been such a cold fall season! As we head into winter here in the San Francisco Bay Area, the weather is getting chillier, and chillier! Due to this fact, I find myself reaching for my turtleneck sweater a few times per week!

A turtleneck sweater is such a great piece on its’ own, or layered under a coat. I love how it can be casual when paired with jeans, or look pulled together with an office appropriate skirt. A turtleneck sweater can also be spiced up with long necklaces, or a blanket scarf! Love that!

In the photos above, I paired my favorite turtleneck sweater with a warm, wool blend skirt from last year. I adore this skirt! I originally purchased it for fashion week in September 2014. It worked out well in my suitcase since it was easy to pair with different tops. I love how it is black in back, and grey in front!

In order to wear a skirt in the 40 degree weather we have been enduring lately, I have found my boots are a life saver. They keep my legs warm, and allow me to wear skirts for church or work meetings. If you have been following along, you have seen me write about how fabulous these boots are in past articles. They are extremely comfortable, I can walk for miles in them, and they are currently on sale! Fabulous!

Which pieces do you find yourself reaching for often in order to stay warm? Do you brave wearing skirts in cold weather, or do you stick with warm pants?

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