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Graduation gift ideas 2022

 in General Fashion / Shopping  tagged graduation / holiday gift guide 2022 / holiday gift ideas / spring 2022 by
graduation gift ideas college high school

Graduation gift ideas from top left: bead gemstone bracelets (local designer, under $50) / classic, convertible handbag / classic pearl earrings / classic pearl ring / fun work tote / classic scarf / solid color work tote /

Can you believe graduation season is upon us? I feel like this year has gone by so quickly! I have several grad’s to buy something special for this spring, so I put together a graduation gift guide filled with gift ideas which will work for many grad’s this year.

Is your grad heading off to a fabulous new job? Why not gift her a practical yet fabulous work tote! I chose work totes from designers which are sturdy, long-lasting, and can handle a ton of wear and tear. Plus, they have “name status” without breaking the bank. Love that! Choose from a fun tote for a creative work environment or a solid color tote for a more conservative and professional work environment.

Everyone needs a scarf. A scarf is a classic accessory which she can keep for decades. I have several which I purchased in the 1990s and I still pull them out of my drawer and wear them often. Scarves are great because they take the place of a necklace, and when you are a new grad starting out, you don’t have the money to buy necklaces for every office outfit. A scarf can also add personal style to any look. Scarves work well in both creative and conservative work environments. Love that!

She worked hard to earn her degree, why not gift her with beautiful jewelry? Even a high school grad can receive a beautiful piece of grown-up jewelry for graduation. You cannot go wrong with gemstone bracelets, or classic pearls. They can be worn to the office, on weekends, and for dressy occasions. She will love them!

Not sure what to get? Every girl needs a practical yet on-trend handbag! This convertible handbag comes with a cross body strap and a short, trendy strap. She will love a new bag which offers classic style, and a bit of practicality. Love that!

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I hope you love these graduation gift ideas for 2022! Hopefully the grad’s on my list won’t see this post, haha, then they will have a hint as to what I bought for them! Ooops! haha

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Handbag wish list spring 2022

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handbag wish list spring 2022

Spring 2022 handbag wish list from top left: straw top handle bag (perfect for late spring and the summer season) / chic white top handle bag / fun soft yellow shoulder bag / practical green tote for work / chic white shoulder bag / trendy black bulb bag for everyday wear /

So many bags, so little time! As you know, I am a huge handbag fan. There are so many fabulous handbags on the market every season, unfortunately I cannot possibly purchase all of them! Aside from the cost, there simply are not enough days, or outfits, to wear them all! Therefore, I have put together my seasonal wish list filled with the top six handbags I want the most. I usually figure out what I really need each season, and snap up one or two. Right now, these are the bags I feel will serve me well during the spring and summer seasons. I hesitate to call this my spring/summer wish list, since the summer season presents new needs; such as tote bags for travel and the beach!

One thing that is huge on my wish list right now is a white bag. While I have a medium size lady bag in white by Gucci, I would like a smaller bag that isn’t fussy. In addition, my ivory Chanel 2.55 is fussy because it’s lambskin and I need to be extra careful while wearing it. The white bags on my wish list have sturdier leather which and be cleaned and also be worn stress-free. Love that-need that!

Hobo bags are huge right now, and I am all set with one structured hobo and one soft hobo. That being said, the bulb version of this style is a cross between a bucket bag and a hobo bag, and I feel like I need one in my life! This classic black version would be perfect as a go-to, everyday bag. It is roomy and easy to wear over the shoulder. I would love to have one in my closet!

I am due for a new work bag! This green tote is a beautiful shade of green, and the square tote is on trend for 2022. I love everything about this tote. It is very high up on my wish list due to practicality and sheer beauty. Love!

Who doesn’t want a fun bag for warm weather? This straw top handle bag, or this bright yellow shoulder bag, would be perfect for the spring and summer seasons as my fun bag. Which shall I choose? What do you think? Do you have a favorite?

Spring 2022 wish list online:

Which types of bags are you wishing for this spring season? Or maybe you are already planning for summer?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

BAF Weekly IT List

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spring street style trends

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: black convertible cross body bag / Dior spring nail polish / Chanel spring nail polish / yellow and white stripe tee / slingback heels / foundation powder / green tote / top handle bag / brown chain pouch / street sneakers /

This week on the blog, we’ve been adding to our handbag wardrobes, reaching for comfortable shoes we can wear daily, and looking for cute tee’s we can pair with shorts and jeans. In addition to building out our wardrobes, we are looking for pretty spring colors for our nails and a solid foundation powder so we can easily do our make-up fuss-free. Love that!

The trending colors for spring include bright blue, green, yellow, and orange. Which color have you been reaching for this spring season?

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What are you loving for spring right now?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy