BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: stripe dress / east/west satchel / blue nail polish / Chanel nail polish / olive dress / golden hoops / caramel top handle bag / striped espadrilles / neutral tote /

Warmer temperatures means summer dress time! These two summer dresses are hot on the street, yet cool when you wear them. Love that! They look amazing with a beautiful leather bag or summery straw tote.

Speaking of straw, natural fiber bags are hot right now! Here are a few affordable straw bags from around the web which are on trend and will last throughout the summer months.

The summer season brings us the continuation of the anonymous handbag, quiet jewelry, and timeless styles. Love!

What are you loving this summer season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


Summer 2024 handbags under $1000

it bags under $1000 summer 2024

Summer 2024 handbags under $1000 from top left: east/west satchel / yellow pouch / black convertible clutch / taupe convertible hobo bag / red mini bag / small ivory tote / north/south tote / straw tote / black shoulder bag / large suede slouchy tote /

Summer vacation is here! This means it is time to make sure we have all the fabulous handbags we need for the perfect summer season.

This summer, we are still wearing the anonymous handbag and seeking high quality, well-made bags. The styles which are hot for summer 2024 include boxy small totes, the east/west satchel, classic shoulder bags, straw and natural fiber bags, hobo bags, north/south totes, and slouchy bags.

Thankfully, we can all own these IT handbag styles for summer 2024 because I found them for well under $1000. Love that!

So, without further ado, here are a few fabulous, investment worthy handbags which will make summer amazing; for under $1000.

Which summer handbag style is your favorite? The little red one is number one on my shopping list!

XOXO

Cathy


Muir Woods family hike

wearing: blue tee / backpack (old, also love this one) / black belt / jeans / nail polish / statement earrings / hiking boots (old, also love this pair) /

If you are local to the San Francisco Bay Area, there is a good chance you have visited Muir Woods at some point in your life. If not, what are you waiting for? People from around the world make it a point to visit Muir Woods when they travel to San Francisco, so definitely make sure it gets on your to do list!

Muir Woods is filled with old growth redwood trees, many of which have been around for hundreds and hundreds of years. There have also been historical events which occurred at Muir Woods such as when the UN met in San Francisco to get organized, they visited Muir Woods and even took a picture!

Since Muir Woods is such a popular destination, a reservation system has been put in place for visitors. I have to admit, I love the reservation system. I remember when you just showed up on a whim. The parking lot would be gridlock and there would be way too many people on the trails. With the reservation system, traffic is controlled, and the trails are not crowded. It really is better for the environment as well as the overall experience. Love it!

Speaking of the trails, there is a trail for every hiking level at Muir Woods. You can walk along the flat trail and learn about the history of the park, or you can wander onto one of the many trails which take your through the park. We found a trail which was moderately challenging and took two hours to complete.

You can learn more about Muir Woods and make reservations at GoMuirWoods.com. Be sure to print your tickets at home, there isn’t any cell service at Muir Woods.

I recommend getting an early morning reservation to beat the summer heat. This will clear up your afternoon so you can explore Marin County, or head back into the city to play tourist.

Enjoy your visit and also bring a water bottle, wear hiking boots, and watch for ticks.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy