Looking back at the last twelve months

spring outfit ideas spring street style

Outfit details: gold hoop earrings / sunglasses / stripe puff sleeve top / mini pouch handbag (under $500) / gold statement ring / bracelets / black belt / slim mom jeans (under $50) / spring nail polish / classic black slides /

Can you believe it has been twelve months since the shut downs began? This week last year, tech companies began asking their employees to work from home, and one week later, children were told to stay home from school and learn virtually. Did you ever think you would live through something like this? I sure didn’t!

As I look back over the past twelve months, I try to think about all the positive things which have arisen from the shut downs. We were able to spend more time together as a family, and life got a little bit slower. I was able to concentrate on delayed maintenance at home, and work on my blog a little bit more. That being said, I am looking forward to the next twelve months!

The next twelve months should be a positive time. I look forward to getting my vaccine and seeing all my friends and family in person again. I look forward to a normal schedule for my kids, and being able to travel. As I look ahead, I see a lot of hope and happiness. What about you?

Let’s cheers to the next twelve months, and all of the happiness and joy it will bring!

XOXO
Cathy

BAF Weekly IT List

spring 2021 trends it bags nail polish

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: gemstone bracelets ($25 each) / classic IT bag (under $300) / mascara (for all those Zoom calls!) / spring nail polish / late spring nail polish (perfect neutral!) / classic comfort shoes (hot trend!) / classic IT bag in black / yellow mini pouch clutch (under $500) (hot IT bag) / black pouch clutch (hot IT bag) / puff sleeve tee /

Is it too soon to declare 2021 as the year of the IT bag? There are SO MANY good bags this year! Word on the street is that classic IT bags are hotter than hot, and pouches reign supreme. So pull out your classic IT bag from your closet, or snap up one you’ve been eyeing such as the Chloe Marcie, or the Coach Swinger, which happens to be under $300. Love that!

Pouches are also hotter than hot. There are large pouches, and small pouches. I love the mini pouch pictured above. It has a strap so you can wear it as a clutch, shoulder bag, or cross body bag. Plus it’s a hot IT bag under $500. Love!

Puff sleeves are huge this year and this tee is perfect for spring. It’s black, so it goes with everything, and it is the perfect weight for spring weather. I am wearing mine all the time!

Is it cold where you live? You can brighten up your day with spring nail polish! These two colors are proving to be popular and selling fast! I love both of these!

SALE ALERT! Now that the economy is starting to open up a bit more, we all need a few things! SOMA is having a fabulous sale starting today and running through March 7, 2021. You can snap up your favorite bra for only $25, and with that purchase you can get a panty for $5. Such a good deal! I love this wired bar, and this wireless bra. If you can’t make it to the store this weekend, you can shop the sale online here.

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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulous weekend!

XOXO

Cathy

Spring 2021 handbag capsule wardrobe

spring 2021 handbag capsule wardrobe

spring handbag capsule wardrobe

Spring 2021 handbag capsule wardrobe from top left: black puffy clutch / small baguette (under $300) / yellow mini pouch with strap / black shoulder bag / straw tote (under $500) / classic IT bag /

My spring 2021 handbag capsule wardrobe is a mix of fun and practical. This spring season, I really want to add some cheery style to my everyday looks. This cute little yellow pouch fits into the pouch clutch trend, and adds a fun pop of color to a casual outfit. Love that!

Natural fibers and texture are also huge this spring season. This small straw tote bag is perfect to fit into that trend and provide a roomy handbag solution for day-to-day activities. I love this little tote!

Classic IT bags, and IT bags from the 1990s are also a huge trend this year. Reach into the back of your closet and pull out your IT bags from ten to twenty-five years ago! They are relevant! My favorite is my Chloe Marcie which is soft, slouchy, and great for daily use. It is hard to photograph with a group, which is why you don’t see it in my group photos.

Since I am still working from home, I don’t really need a tote or large work bag right now. I have stored my totes which will come in handy later this year to use as beach bags, and hopefully travel bags after we all get our vaccines! So for now, I am wearing smaller bags which are great for running errands and daily activities.

Which types of bags are you rocking this spring?

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Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

spring handbag capsule wardrobe