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BAF Weekly IT List

February 26, 2021 in General Fashion / Shopping / Trends tagged baf weekly it list / spring 2021 / winter 2021 by Bay Area Fashionista

spring 2021 trends street style

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: gemstone bracelets (only $25!!) / spring lipstick / spring nail polish / spring puff sleeve top / adidas sneakers (running shoes) / grey satchel / small black handbag (under $300) / black satchel /

Isn’t this spring weather amazing?! I love seeing all the beautiful blossoms on trees and shrubs this time of year. This also inspires me to ensure my wardrobe is ready for spring. Are you inspired too?

Stacking bracelets is a hot trend this year! I love these fabulous gemstone bead bracelets for only $25 each. They are great to stack together, or to mix and match with other bracelets. I love pairing two with a chain bracelet. It looks so chic!

Puff sleeves are hotter than hot right now, so be sure to include them in your spring wardrobe. This puff sleeve top is perfect for spring since it is lightweight yet offers long sleeves; perfect for spring weather in the 60’s and 70’s.

Spring is a great time to get fit outdoors! I love these new running shoes from adidas. They are super supportive and comfortable. Of course, I had to snap them up in grey since it’s the color of 2021. Love!

So many fabulous bags! Classic and retro IT bags are hot this year, as well as soft and slouchy. Be sure your handbag game is on point!

If you live where spring hasn’t sprung yet, you can brighten up your day with spring makeup! Loving this fabulous spring lipstick and spring nail polish.

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What is your favorite item from this week’s IT list?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Gearing up for spring fitness

February 25, 2021 in Fitness / General Fashion tagged adidas / fitness / fitness gear / outfits / sneakers / spring 2021 by Bay Area Fashionista

wearing: sunglasses / backpack / zip-up hoodie / workout tee / sports bra / cropped leggings / spring nail polish / adidas Ultraboost running shoes in grey /

Spring is starting to. . . spring! The Magnolia blossoms are starting to bloom, and the prettiest cherry blossoms are popping up all over town. The sun is shining, and the days are less chilly as they offer us more sunshine. This means it is time to gear up for spring fitness!

I love switching out my fitness gear each season to fit the weather, and the types of exercises I plan to do. I also like to freshen up my shoes. Footwear is really important as it should be switched out every few months in order to ensure you have proper support; after all, footwear is your foundation.

My favorite fitness gear brand, adidas, for whom I am a Brand Ambassador (obviously since I love them so much!) has the perfect gear for spring fitness. I am in love with their new Ultraboost 21 running shoes. They have the most amazing support, and they leave my feet happy after a workout or a run. Although they are running shoes, I also wear them for cardio workouts, HIIT classes, and weights. They are a comfortable and supportive shoe all around. I snapped up a pair in grey, since it happens to be the color of 2021. My feet always need to be fashionable and fabulous 😊

Since spring is a season which swings between cool and warm temperatures, a sweatshirt which is easy to move in, is a must! I am loving this Terrex Tech Fleece hoodie from adidas. It is thin and lightweight, which is perfect for working out, while also being warm and cozy for outdoor fitness. Spring will definitely remain an outdoor workout season, this hoodie is a must!

My spring fitness routine:

Monday: Cardio: UJam fitness class

Tuesday: Interval: The Drop

Wednesday: 30 min walk outside

Thursday: Interval: Tabata and Core

Friday: Cardio: Spin

Saturday: Family hike

Sunday: Yoga

I am thankful my gym has classes online, as well as in person classes and fitness outside. Here in California, our gyms are still outside-only, so my workouts are still 100% outside. I have to admit, I love working out outside, it will be hard to go back inside when things start to reopen! The fresh air is really nice, and I love seeing sunshine while I workout too!

What are your workout plans for spring season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

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*Brand Ambassador for adidas, all thoughts and opinions are my own

Fall 2021 trends from the NYFW runways

February 22, 2021 in General Fashion / Trends tagged fall 2021 / new york fashion week / NYFW FW21 / winter 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

*All Photo credits: IMAXTree 2021

The fall/winter 2021/22 collections from New York Fashion Week have all been presented. While the shows were presented digitally this season, we were still able to feel the overall vibe of the season, and recognize a few stand-out trends to look forward to for the cold weather season later this year.

Fall 2021 has been heavily influenced by the 1970s, 1980s, and mildly by the 1990s. We also saw some 1960s inspiration in the collections. Designers wanted to keep their collections comfortable, yet structured and chic enough for city streets. As consumers emerge from their homes this year, after being quarantined and kept at home for such a long time, people will want to start dressing up. That being said, they will want the comfort their loungewear spoiled them with over the last year. Therefore, designers worked hard to make street-worthy collections which are made more sustainably, and offer comfort.

So, without further ado, here are the standout trends from the fall 2021 NYFW collections!