Soft clutches for fall 2013

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PhotoSaint Laurant clutch for fall 2013.
One of the big handbag trends from the fall/winter 2013/2014 runways in New York, Paris, Milan and London was the soft clutch. Over the past few years clutches have moved themselves from an evening staple to a daytime must-have. Clutches have taken on many different forms from structured envelopes to studded weapons to work-ready briefs. For fall 2013 clutches have taken a new turn; they are soft.

Soft and slouchy clutches are hot for fall 2013. This luxurious and effortless style has made it from the runways to store shelves; which means this trend will find itself on the street quicker than you can say “buy it!”

Every season daytime and evening clutches show themselves in different sizes. For fall 2013, soft clutches are small and medium in size. Smaller sizes are being shown in dressy, evening appropriate fabrications while medium clutches are in thicker, casual daytime fabrics.

Soft clutches for fall 2013 are being shown in autumn hues such as burgundy, dark purple, grey, charcoal, black, chocolate brown, pale beige, green and navy. Although there are many other colors in fall 2013’s color palette, these are the main hues being shown on soft clutches. The traditional autumn shades of fall 2013 and classic neutral tones are making this season a little bit darker and luxurious than what we have seen over the past few years. Move over brights, autumn is back!

Shop this trend: Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 


Bracha in San Carlos is a hidden gem!

San Carlos, California has a hidden gem! On Laurel Street in San Carlos’s shopping district, there is a boutique owned by designer Victoria Bracha which not only carries her own original designs, the shop is jam-packed with several brands and designers! Bracha not only carries hard-to-find brands and Victoria Bracha’s apparel, the boutique is stocked with handbags, jewelry and accessories! Love this!

I am absolutely smitten with Bracha. The boutique has so many unique designs; it is a refreshing change from the common styles we find at the mall. Does anyone really want to look like everyone else and show up at a party or event wearing the same thing as the girl standing next to them? I think not.

At Bracha there are so many unique styles which reflect the current season’s color palette and runway trends. Bracha is stocked with bright colors, prints, lace, black/white ensembles and a little touch of rocker-chic. Here are a few snap-shots from inside Bracha showcasing the boutique’s current summer stock. There is a black dress with a floral print calling my name! And the wish list grows. . .

Watch for a couple of outfit posts here on Bay Area Fashionista next week featuring attire from Bracha!

To learn more about local designer Victoria Bracha, please visit VictoriaBracha.com. To keep up with Bracha, join them on Facebook and Twitter! If you are local to the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to stop in and check out all of the fabulous attire and accessories! If you see something in this article, or on their Facebook page you love, and you are not local, feel free to call the shop to inquire! Bracha’s phone number is 1-650-620-9900.

Bracha is located at 654 Laurel Street in San Carlos. If you stop by on a busy day, there is a huge parking lot in the back of the store with plenty of parking; and shade! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

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All photos feature merchandise from Bracha in San Carlos.
Photo credit: Cathy/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©


California casual and Twisted Silver’s new Eureka earrings

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Temperatures have been in the mid to high 90’s this week, so of course clothing made from lightweight, summer fabrics are the most comfortable type of apparel. This dress from Calypso St Barth at Santana Row worked perfectly on a recent, 96 degree day! I decided to play off the golden sequin details on the dress with Twisted Silver’s new Eureka earrings.

Twisted Silver’s new “Eureka” earrings are the perfect staple for summer. The golden, antiqued brass hue combined with sparkling rhinestones make these earrings very California; and full of sparkling sunshine! Inspired by the California Mother Lode, Twisted Silver’s new “Eureka” earrings mimic a gold pan filled with sparkling nuggets found in a Gold Rush country stream. How perfect is that for a warm California day! Love it!

The “Eureka” earrings are also lightweight which makes them easy to wear from morning until night. The antiqued brass makes the “Eureka” earrings blend well with daytime attire while the sparkling rhinestones allow the earrings to be paired with a warm weather, evening ensemble.

Twisted Silver’s “Eureka” earrings can be found online at Twisted-Silver.com. Use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

Outfit details:
Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver
Dress: Calypso St. Barth
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica
Beach tote: Coach
Nail Polish: Chanel Mysterious
Bracelets: FEED for TargetJCrew and c/o Twisted Silver.
Flip flops: Valentino
Toe nail polish: Chanel Fracas

What you cannot see:
Fragrance: Creed