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The football necklace

 in General Fashion / Jewelry / Shopping  tagged fall 2023 / kendra scott / madewell / outfits / santana row by
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Pictured: Kendra Scott football necklace in gold /

I did it! I got my hands on the famous football necklace by Kendra Scott. This pretty little necklace sells out quickly when it is in stock, so I ended up on a wait list at the Santana Row Kendra Scott store. I am so happy it came in!

As you know, I love football! My son plays football, he is a defensive linebacker, and I love the niners. Also, my oldest daughter attends a big-time football university, and she enjoys going to the games. In addition, both of my husband’s alma maters are huge football schools too. So, our fall weekends are spent either attending football games, or watching them on TV; and yes, we schedule them into our day!

When the football necklace first came out, I decided to wait to purchase it at a fundraiser hosted by Kendra Scott that I knew I would be attending. Of course, by the time the fundraiser came around, the necklace was sold out! Thankfully, Kendra Scott had a wait list and they graciously put me on it. I was thrilled when I got the call that the necklace was back in stock! Yay!

Isn’t it adorable? I cannot wait to wear it on game days! If you are a huge football fan too, don’t wait to buy this necklace, snap one up now! You can find it online here.

its dumpling time santana row
casual street style san jose style over 40

wearing: earrings / button tee / black belt / skinny jeans (would have worn these) / top handle bag / navy nail polish / rose and white sneakers /

Well, I had just returned from parent’s weekend at my daughters’ school when I got the call that the necklace had arrived. Of course, all my up-to-date jeans were in the laundry basket! So, here I am in skinny jeans. Please don’t laugh, I know they are way out of style, but at least they are clean! haha

This button tee is turning into my current go-to top for fall. Since temperatures are refusing to be fall-like, a short sleeve tee in a fall hue is the perfect top to wear right now. I might go back and snap one up in black too. Love!

After snapping the obligatory photo in front of the famous Santana Row “the wall,” my mom and I enjoyed lunch at It’s Dumpling Time. I was on a high from picking up my football necklace, so lunch was even more special. They have amazing XLB dumplings, shu mai, and pot stickers. Definitely stop in for some dumplings when you shop on “The Row!”

Lastly, we wandered into Madewell and I was so impressed! I need to pop back in and try on some jeans, but in the meantime, I am drooling over this beautiful tote bag! The leather is really nice and I love the texture. It looks like a fabulous daytime tote bag. Love it!

Shop my casual fall outfit online, I included non-skinny jeans too:

Do you love football too? Be sure to snap up this necklace before it is gone! Good luck to your team, but I know my teams will win! haha

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

madewell tote bag

Fall IT bags under $1000 for fall 2023

 in Handbags / Shopping  tagged fall 2023 by

Fall IT bags under $1000 from top left: silver handbag / convertible clutch (hot IT bag) / mini tote bag / hobo bag / small satchel / convertible shoulder bag /

Although we are in an era of timeless, investment handbags, there are a few bags which are more popular than others. For example, this black clutch, which has a hidden shoulder strap inside, sells out as soon as it hits store shelves. It is priced slightly under $1000 and has been spotted on the arms of celebrities; a sure-fire way to become an IT bag.

In addition to bags which sell-out, there are a few classic handbags which are also IT bags due to their timeless appeal, and investment status. You will definitely get your cost per wear out of these bags, and they are all priced under $1000. Love that!

Well, almost all of these IT bags are classic. The mirrored bag, which is hot for fall, is a trendy look. To make a mirrored bag an investment purchase, it would have to become an occasion bag after the trend fades; which you would store in your collection. Thankfully silver mirrored bags can double as semi-formal, or formal bags depending upon the silhouette and size. Before investing in a mirrored bag, think about if you just want it for one season, or if you want it to last. That will determine the size and style you purchase.

The anonymous handbag era is hot, and it is showing no sign of slowing down; as we are currently watching the New York Fashion Week runways for spring 2024. The handbags are logoless, and they exude quality over branding. I love that timeless, chic styles are booming. I am not really a logo girl; I have always loved more of an investment look. Therefore, I am loving this era of handbags!

Shop Fall IT bags under $1000 online:

Which handbag styles are you loving for the fall season? Are you investing in bags with longevity, or going for short-term trends?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Designer or Deal Mary Janes

 in General Fashion / Shoes / Shopping / Trends  tagged designer or deal / fall 2023 / investment dressing by
mary janes shoes trend

Designer or Deal Mary Janes: Designer pair / Name Brand Pair /

Have you noticed? Mary Janes are hot right now. This classic shoe style began gaining momentum last year, and this year it is everywhere! The most sought-after pair of Mary Janes is the version produced by Prada, but instead of showing you a pair of shoes which are always out of stock, and to be frank, look like the majority of other Mary Janes on the market, I am showing you a moderately priced designer pair as well as a more affordable pair from one of my favorite brands.

The Mary Jane is a fabulous shoe style for the fall season. While you find both flat versions and 3″ versions of the Mary Janes on store shelves, the ultimate style this fall season offers a 1-2″ block heel. This is the perfect height because you can wear it for longer periods of time, and if you have foot issues like me, the shorter block heel offers more support than a flat shoe, and less pain than a traditional high heel with a 3″ heel. Love this!

This season, the traditional Mary Jane with one strap is the most sought-after style, but there are several other versions on the market if you’d like to spice things up. Personally, I love this affordable pair with two straps. It is the one I purchased for the fall season! You may also see versions with an ankle strap which are reminiscent of the Valentino Tango pump. So, if you have a pair in backstock, pull them forward! You can rock those this fall too! I have a pair I plan to pull out in red! Love!

Shop Mary Janes for fall online:

Another fun fact about Mary Janes shoes is that you can pair them with wide leg trousers, not jeans, as an alternative to loafers. They also play well with any hemline. I am look forward to wearing Mary Janes this fall season! What do you think of this shoe trend?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy