BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: golden hoops / silver hoops / silver bracelet / black satchel / blue nail polish / Chanel nail polish / olive dress (has pockets!) / neutral tote / caramel top handle bag / espadrilles / small neutral tote (on sale!) /

Summer got here fast! Temperatures are soaring, and it didn’t really feel like we had a spring. Where is the fog? I went from jeans and sweatshirts to summer dresses, there was no in-between! But I digress. . .check out this dress with pockets!

Yes, you read that right, dress with pockets! In case you missed my post earlier this week, this summer dress has pockets. I don’t know why I love having pockets in a dress so much. I carry a handbag which contains everything I need, but sometimes pockets are nice for an emergency Kleenex or just as a place for resting one’s hands. I don’t know, men have pockets in everything, so I want pockets too! haha

It’s espadrille season! While finding espadrilles with foot support is harder than getting a job as a QB in the NFL, there are solutions. These wedge espadrilles offer a bit of heel support due to their wedge nature. While not ideal for walking around town, they are fine for small amounts of walking. I was able to survive without foot pain for roughly thirty minutes the other day, so I will call that an espadrille win!

The summer 2024 season continues our quest for investment worthy pieces to add to our wardrobes. Keep investing in timeless, high-quality items which can last for years. I hope ultra-trendy dressing does not return. I love the chic, timeless look of investment dressing. Don’t you?

Thanks for stopping by! Stay tuned for summer coverage and reviews!

XOXO

Cathy

Designer or Deal: small boxy tote

Designer or Deal: small boxy tote: designer tote / affordable tote /

There are so many versions of a small boxy tote on the market right now, it can be a little overwhelming. While considered a cult classic style, it seems to be moving into the forefront of handbag fashion right now, and everyone is grabbing one!

Prices can range from common designer price points in the $1000-$3000 range as well as upwards of five figures. Thankfully there is a mid-market handbag brand known for good quality at affordable prices. Love that!

The small boxy tote shown above near the “deal” arrow, is actually labelled “medium” by the handbag brand. It is available in a mini, small, medium, and large. All of the available sizes are right on trend, and can be considered classic as well, so you can put them in the investment category. I also love that these totes are anonymous, chic, and offer strong leather and finishes for under $500.

Of course, the designer version of the small boxy tote is luxurious and also offers excellent craftsmanship, so it is up to you which direction you would like to go.

Boxy totes can be worn in neutral or black, as well as fun colors for the summer season. Right now, we are seeing vivid colors and pastels in addition to timeless neutrals. Which color will you choose? The deal version above is at the top of my wish list right now!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Summer dress with pockets

summer dress with pockets
summer dress genx

wearing: earrings / dress (avl in other colors too) / nail polish / vintage watch / mini tote bag / cap toe shoes /

Well, last week was about as busy as it gets! My daughter graduated from high school, and I was on the Grad Night committee, so between her activities and my volunteer work, there were a few nights without sleep! That being said, it was worth the time to be there for my daughter; especially since she goes off to the college in the fall! This means I will have two children away at school. Yikes!

I wore this dress to her class awards ceremony. It was amazing to see all of the accomplishments she and her classmates had over the course of high school. I am such a proud mama!

This dress was perfect because it was 90 degrees outside that day, and it kept me cool. While I was wearing it, I discovered the dress has pockets! Yes! Pockets in a dress. Love that!

Although I did not make use of the pockets, it was nice to know they were there. I feel like so many women’s clothes are deprived of pockets. My husband and my son have ample pockets in their clothing, why can’t we have that too? I might need to snap this dress up in another color. I love how comfortable it is, plus it has pockets! Love!

What do you think of a dress with pockets? Do you wish more clothing had pockets?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

california casual dress