Daytime ballet performance in San Francisco outfit

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Lipstick: Chanel Mighty / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Sweater: Banana Republic (on sale and tons of colors!!!) / Skirt: Theory (old, also love this one and it’s on sale!!!) / Handbag: Givenchy (similar version for less here) / Ring: Kendra Scott / Nail Polish: Chanel Sunrise Trip / Shoes: Prada

Over the Christmas break, we took the kids to a daytime performance of the Nutcracker at the San Francisco Ballet. It was the first time we brought our children to the ballet in San Francisco at the War Memorial Opera House. We have taken them to the ballet in San Jose, which is a shorter performance, but this was their first time seeing the longer, more serious version of the Nutcracker; and they loved it!

We were really afraid the performance would be too long for them, bu they lasted through it! The San Francisco Ballet catered to kids for the daytime performance of the Nutcracker. They gave my son a seat cushion to add to his seat which elevated him; allowing him to see the stage without having to worry about the big head sitting in front of him. The seat cushions were a life-saver for all the kids who attended. Who wants a big head blocking the stage?

When we arrived, our children were given small, stuffed bears while our tickets were scanned. They were thrilled! My kids love stuffed animals, and they hugged them throughout the performance. This was such a nice touch!

If you have never been to the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco, it is an historic building which reeks of history, and architectural beauty. Our kids were amazed at the beauty of the building, and the ornate decor. They definitely want to go back!

I was excited to wear this cozy sweater at the daytime performance of the Nutcracker. It is really warm, and plays well with both skirts and jeans. I love how it can be worn casual, or dressed up for occasions such as the ballet during the day! If you are looking for a turtleneck sweater, this is the one you have been looking for. It comes in several colors, it is comfortable, cozy, versatile, and on sale! Love that!

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Chanel Rouge Coco Shine hydrating sheer lipstick LA Sunrise for spring 2016

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Pictured: Chanel Rouge Coco Shine hydrating sheer lipstick in Energy and Mighty. / nail polish / earrings / shirt (on sale!!)/ sunglasses

Rouge Coco Shine hydrating lipstick is one of my favorite lipsticks of all-time. Every season I wait with baited breath for the new colors to come out so that I can get my hands on the perfect hues for the new season. So when Chanel launched their spring 2016 collection LA Sunrise, which includes three new colors to covet for the season, I was thrilled!

Energy and Mighty captured my eyes right away. Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in Mighty looks like a neon fuchsia in the tube. On the lips, it is a sheer, upbeat pink which can be worn right now; and into the spring 2016 season. It looks amazing with apparel in shades of blue and pink. I also love how it brightens up a black ensemble. This is the perfect color to wear now, as an instant update to your current winter wardrobe. It really brightens up a dreary day!

Energy is a bright, neon red which glides on the lips, adding a sheer, reddish hue. This is a great everyday color for enhancing natural lip color. I cannot wait to use it as my go-to beach lipstick this spring and summer. It adds the perfect shade of red to lips. Love that!

As usual, Chanel Rouge Coco Shine hydrating sheer lipstick is great to wear all day long. Since it is hydrating, I never need to wear chapstick or a lip balm underneath. It is perfect for wearing during outdoor activities since it looks understated, and hydrates/protects the lips when outside.

Chanel’s spring 2016 beauty collection also includes a third color of their iconic Rouge Coco Shine hydrating lipstick; it is called Shipshape. Shipshape is a sheer, bright orange color which is sure to brighten up a spring day. I did not purchase this color because I don’t wear orange, but if you look good in orange, then this might be a good option for you if pink is not your thing.

Chanel Rouge Coco Shine hydrating sheer lipshine lipstick for spring 2016, the LA Sunrise collection, can be found online here, here, here, and here.

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