Bay Area Fashionista

Resort 2016 shoe trends

From top left: tie up flats / pink street sneakers / vegan platform espadrilles / pumps / rainbow shoes / tie up low heel pumps

Resort 2016 is fast approaching, which means it is time to learn all about the current resort 2016 shoe trends! The resort season is short, so if you love one the of the trends, then it is important to snap it up right away!

I love the resort season since it is a great way to get a jump start on the new spring season; before spring hits store shelves! Resort is a fabulous transition from the fall/winter seasonal trends, into the new trends for the spring season.

There are so many fun trends in shoes for the resort 2016 season. These trends include influences from both the 1960s, and the 1970s; both important decades for the upcoming spring 2016 season. So, without further adieu, here are the resort 2016 shoe trends:

Color Blocking: I know, I know, the trend that refuses to die! This time around, color blocking is not referring to bi-color shoes, it is referring to as many colors as possible on a shoe! Look for rainbows, reminiscent of the 1970s, and color groups blocked together in various hues.

Tie-Up: This is a hot trend from last year which is continuing through 2016. Look for tie-up flats, heels, and wedges. If you already have a neutral pair in your closet, look for a candy colored pair for the new year to spice up your resort wardrobe; and your spring wardrobe too!

Florals: Groundbreaking, I know. Look for large, artistic florals on every type of shoe imaginable. It’s original, I swear 😉

Street Sneakers: Get your flat cardboard box, your boom box, and your moves sharpened! Sneakers reminiscent of the break-dancing days of the 1980s are hot to trot this resort season. They will be hot in the spring season too. Invest! Then bust a move.

Fringe and tassels: Keep on, shaking on! Boho-chic fringe is still du rigueur for the resort season. It will be hot this spring too. Ensure your shoe collection has some movement, look for fringe shoes in candy colors, or sensible neutrals.

Block heels: Who needs stilettos when sturdy block heels are all the rage? Need I say more?

Pink: Think pink. Look for blush or pale pink, as well as candy pink. These two hues are hot for the resort 2016 season; they will be cool in the spring too.

There you have it! The resort 2016 shoe trends to wet your appetite for the upcoming spring season. Which trend is your favorite?

Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish holidays 2015 review

Pictured: Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish from the Holiday 2015 collection, “Vamp Attitude”

Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish is a fabulous new color from Chanel’s holiday 2015 beauty collection, Vamp Attitude. The “Vamp Attitude” collection features three nail polish hues for the holiday 2015 season; Rose Fusion, Vamp, and Le Top Coat Lame Rouge Noir Gold Sparkle. (Look for my review next week!)

Rose Fusion is a beautiful cool, dark beige hue with sparkling undertones. The sparkles appear tonal in daylight, and natural light. In artificial light, the sparkles in Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish catch the light in a rainbow of colors. It is quite remarkable. I wish I was able to catch it in a photograph!

I am in love with Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish for the holiday 2015 season. It is a fabulous alternative to red, and it is a neutral, which makes it easy to wear with any color palette. Love that!

I tested out Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish with one base coat, two coats of color, and one top coat. The nail polish was extremely sturdy and took eight days to chip! I have to give a lot of credit to this fabulous top coat. My review can be found here.

After several seasons of bright colors, and dark, vampy tones, Rose Fusion is a nice break from the recently popular nail polish tones. Although it is a neutral hue, it is not your average, basic neutral. The beige has an edgy look due to it’s cold undertones, and sparkles! Who doesn’t love sparkles?

I am looking forward to wearing Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish for the holiday 2015 season, and beyond! It is a great addition to any nail polish wardrobe; and can easily be worn throughout the year. Seasonless nail polish is always a winner!

The Chanel Vamp Attitude beauty collection for the Holiday 2015 season can be found online here. Chanel Rose Fusion nail polish ca be found online here.

H & M topper for fall

Pictured: Earrings: Ippolita / Lipstick: Chanel Melancholie / Necklace: c/o Kendra Scott / Tee-Shirt: James Perse / Topper: H & M (under $50) (Also love this one for under $70) / Nail Polish: Christian Louboutin / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel (larger version online here) / Bracelet: Kendra Scott (obsessed! I’ve been wearing it everyday!)/ Cuff paired with watch: c/o Kendra Scott / Jeans: COH / Boots: Tory Burch (super comfortable!)

One of my favorite fall fabrications is suede. Of course, suede can be hard to care for, and expensive! So when I spotted this faux suede topper at H & M at Santana Row, I had to have it!

This H & M topper for fall is perfect for our autumn weather here in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is medium weight; making it easy to wear during foggy mornings, and during sunny afternoons. The three-quarter length sleeves offer the perfect balance between long and short sleeves when the weather changes drastically throughout the day. I also love 1970’s styling!

Right now, I have been pairing this H & M topper with short sleeve tees. When the weather cools down in November, and December, it will be easy to pair my H & M topper with long sleeve tees, and lightweight sweaters, to keep cozy during the cold months.

I can also picture this H & M topper with wide leg trousers for a dressier look during the week, or at the office. It can also be a great alternative to a heavy coat over a boho-chic dress. So many possibilities!

Do you have any great finds for fall under $50? If so, please share in the comments below!

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