Casual and classic late summer look

late summer outfit ideas fall 2020 it bags givenchy

wearing: bold gold earrings / blue top (comes in several colors) / black belt / summer nail polish / jeans / handbag / chain link bracelet / espadrille mules / (not pictured-mask I wore) /

This is such a comfortable look for the late summer months. These espadrille mules are comfortable and cool for walking around, while this top is on trend with puff sleeves; and for just being blue. (blue is the color of 2020)

I wore this casual look while leisurely walking around Stanford Shopping Center with my daughters. We picked up a baguette from La Baguette, and a few treats at K. Minamoto. It was a nice way to get out of the house, get some fresh air, and spend girl time with my daughters. I did wear a mask, I just took it off for the photos when no-one was around.

Since this year is the ten year anniversary of the Givenchy Antigona, I have been wearing it more lately as a way of celebrating the anniversary. I really do love this bag, I am so glad it has IT bag staying power! As you know, that is quite rare!! If you are looking for a great investment bag, this is it!

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I hope you have been enjoying the last few days of summer vacation. My kids have already started school; albeit online. Even though the kids are distance learning this semester from home, it does tie down our schedule and keep us home during the week. We will move our hikes and baguette runs to the weekends now. 🙂

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

early fall outfit ideas

 

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Red lipstick review

elizabeth arden red door red lipstick review

wearing: lipstick c/o Elizabeth Arden in Red Door Red #2 / white and silver earrings (similar here) / black top (currently on major sale!) / blue nail polish /

How fun is this classic red hue from Elizabeth Arden?! It’s a bright and chic shade of classic red; which is a lipstick color we all need in our beauty bag. This one in particular has a special history and mission.

In 1912, Elizabeth Arden marched as a Suffragette down Fifth Avenue in New York. As a symbol of solidarity with her fellow Suffragettes, she handed out red lipstick to all the ladies. In order to celebrate Elizabeth Arden’s history of advocating for voter rights, I have partnered with Elizabeth Arden to feature this fabulous red lipstick! Loving red!

Red Door Red #2 is a classic red hue from her Beautiful Color Moisturizing Lipstick collection; which includes several fabulous hues. The lipstick itself has strong staying power, and doesn’t smudge easily. It stays put! Love that!

In addition to staying power, Elizabeth Arden’s Beautiful Color Moisturizing Lipstick doesn’t dry out lips, it does what it’s name implies; it keeps lips moisturized. Love that too! I definitely need to add a few colors from this collection to my fall beauty bag.

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Don’t forget to vote! I don’t care if you vote red or blue, just vote! Americans have fought hard for the right to vote, so please, exercise your right as an American citizen and vote. Not everyone has the privilege to vote, so don’t take it for granted. Just vote.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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History San Jose

One of San Jose’s best kept secrets is History San Jose park. This mini, historical town features buildings which were saved from demolition, and brought here to recreate San Jose’s early days as an American town.

The buildings all have some sort of special meaning to local history. They were lived in by people who helped settle the area, or they were businesses which were a first in the area. Such as the first candy shop owned by the O’Brien Family pictured below. (apologies for the reflection, I took this photo through the window since the building was closed.)

The park is often used for events, picnics, and corporate parties. Some of the buildings are normally open to the public, and serve as mini-museums which tell their story, and how it fits into local history.

Of course right now, since we are partly shut-down due to the pandemic, only the outdoor areas are open. We will have to go back when things open back up in order to show the kids the inside exhibitions.

History San Jose is a beautiful park to spend some time walking around, and learning about local history. If you are local to the Bay Area, I highly recommend checking it out. There is free parking right in front-but it is limited. So arrive early. Otherwise, there is a fee lot a few feet away from the entrance. If you are traveling to the area, be sure to check it out, and learn about our early days!

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Have you visited History San Jose? What did you think? You can learn more on their website here.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy