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BAF Weekly IT List

June 10, 2022 in General Fashion / Shopping tagged baf weekly it list / summer 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: navy puff sleeve tee / summer nail polish / foundation powder / green woven handbag / street sneakers / top handle bag / G buckle belt / black woven slides / large hoop earrings (under $100) / linen joggers /

Despite not officially being summer, it sure feels like it outside! Are you seeing soaring temperatures well over 90 degrees where you are? We are definitely having a heat wave here in the San Francisco Bay Area! I need to go swimsuit shopping!

Well, if things are heating up where you are, these linen joggers are perfect for hot days when you want to be casual and comfortable. The fabric is cool, and it lets the breeze in while keeping the heat out. I still have my pair from last summer, but before that pair, I had another pair when I wore a larger size. These are classic joggers you can reach for every year. If you haven’t invested in a pair yet, I highly recommend you invest in a pair this year! They are fabulous for everyday, casual wear. Love!

Nail polish for summer 2022 is giving us playful hues and new shades to enjoy. This one in particular from Dior is very popular. Stay tuned! I have Chanel’s summer 2022 nail polish collection hitting the blog next week! It is filled with a mix of classic hues, and fun pastels. Love it!

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These classic hoops, and this fun puff sleeve tee are also great for the summer season. I also love these comfy slides, and this fun green bag. They both feature woven leather, which is huge right now, and a classic vibe. Love that!

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What are you loving for summer right now?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Shoe capsule wardrobe summer 2022

June 9, 2022 in General Fashion / Shoes tagged capsule wardrobe / shoe capsule / sneakers / summer 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

Shoe capsule wardrobe summer 2022 from top left: slingback heels / Nike sneakers / black woven slides / wedge espadrilles / Gucci sneakers / loafer mules /

Well, you might recognize most, if not all, of these shoes! Since I still have planter fasciitis in my foot, I haven’t purchased new shoes because I know which ones work for me right now. I would hate to buy a new pair only to find they hurt my feet after one wear. These shoes are all tried and true, so I know I can wear them pain-free! Love that!

For the summer 2022 season, I will be wearing my sneakers a lot since they have arch support and are the best option for my foot right now. Of course, sneakers are not always an option for certain events. This last week when two of my kids had graduation, and events surrounding graduation, I needed to wear nicer shoes. These slingback heels worked really well, and I was able to walk around pain free. The block heel hits my arch in the right spot and provides the ideal arch support. Love!

In addition to my slingbacks, these classic, tried and true, espadrille wedges, hit my arch in the right spot too! Love that! This means I can wear both of these shoes for occasions where I cannot get away with my comfy sneakers.

You might be side-eyeing the very flat, and unsupportive loafer flats in my summer shoe capsule wardrobe. Well, you have good reason! Thankfully I am able to wear them because my doctor gave me an arch band which fits on my foot and supports my arch. I should not go for a long walk in flat shoes, but I can wear them to lunch and not have foot pain.

Lastly, how cute are these woven slides? I purchased them last year and thankfully they are still on the market; just in case you have been thinking about them. The sole is very comfy and cushioned. They feel like slippers when you wear them! Due to my foot pain, I cannot take a long walk in them, but I can wear them without pain as long as I am not going to be walking for long periods of time. They are perfect for backyard BBQ’s, going to lunch, attending a casual event, and anything which does not require walking for long periods of time. Last summer, before my foot injury, I could walk for miles in them. So, if you are foot-injury-free, you can rest assured they would be very comfy and easy to walk in.

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Thanks for stopping by! Stay tuned for more summer coverage!

XOXO

Cathy

Handbag capsule wardrobe summer 2022

June 8, 2022 in General Fashion / Handbags tagged capsule wardrobe / handbag capsule / summer 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

Handbag capsule wardrobe summer 2022 from top: chocolate brown chain pouch / mini pouch bag / small top handbag bag / black convertible handbag (under $500) / green woven mini bag / basket bag / small tote bag (color sold out, also love this one) /

How did summer get here so quickly? It’s been a hectic last few weeks, so summer break crept up on me and now we are here! I am finding these are the handbags I reach for on warm weather days, and plan to rotate through this summer season.

I am loving small handbags right now. They are fuss-free and just hold the basics. This black convertible bag is a mainstay in my handbag rotation, and this green bag is turning into one of my favorite go-to’s. Of course, I also reach for this beautiful top handle bag frequently too. Since I am not ready for the oversize “everything and the kitchen sink” bag trend that appears to be trying to happen, I am rocking my small handbags until I cannot rock them anymore. haha

What would summer be without totes? Of course, a large beach tote is a given, but small basket bags, woven bags, and small totes are hotter than hot this summer season. I love this classic basket bag, which also happens to be an IT bag. I also love this small tote which fits more inside than it appears. It’s my version of the “everything and the kitchen sink” bag! Of course, it is much smaller than that! Thankfully!!

Who doesn’t love a pouch? The pouch trend is still going strong, so keep your pouch bags and wear them this summer! I love wearing this fun chain pouch for dinner and going out. This smaller pouch is a great everyday bag. It works at night too, but I love it as a daytime bag.

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Which bags are you loving this summer 2022 season?

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more summer capsule wardrobes!

XOXO
Cathy

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