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Oversize velvet blazer and boyfriend jeans

 in General Fashion  tagged casual style / fall 2016 / outfits / proenza schouler by

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Wearing: gold sculptured earrings / Chanel sunglasses / MAC lipstick / black and gold choker c/o Ettika / gold y-necklace (old, similar here) / black tee (old, similar here) / navy oversize velvet blazer / gold sculptured ring / Chanel Emeraude nail polish / Proenza Schouler Hava satchel in black / distressed boyfriend jeans (on major sale!) / black velvet Mary Janes

Velvet is one of my favorite fabrics. I love anything soft, and luxurious. Velvet is both of those things. With so many velvet choices out there for the fall season, I decided to go for a comfortable, oversize velvet blazer which can be worn casually.

When the velvet blazer trend starting taking the streets by storm in September, I was excited knowing I could pull my grey velvet jacket out of the closet which I purchased about fifteen years ago. I love how a velvet blazer or jacket can elevate a pair of jeans, and make an otherwise casual outfit look refined, and put together; yet velvet blazers are so effortless! Not to mention cozy. 😉

I dress casually most days, so investing in pieces which can be worn often are key when I look to make a purchase. Nothing irks me more than buying something which ends up sitting in my closet. Since I already own a more fitted, velvet jacket, I decided to go with an oversize velvet jacket for the fall 2016, and winter 2017, seasons.

This outfit took me from day into evening last Friday. I wore this outfit during the day, then for the evening, I met up with a few of my friends for dinner at Steamers in Los Gatos; if you go, be sure to have Tiramisu for dessert! It’s to-die-for!

In order to go from day into evening, I switched from my Proenza Schouler Hava satchel pictured above, to my classic black Chanel Boy Bag. Voila! Day into evening, love that!

Oversize velvet blazers can be worn so many different ways this fall season! I was in the mood to wear loose clothing on Friday, so I paired my oversize velvet blazer with baggy boyfriend jeans. For a more structured, yet still casual look, this velvet blazer can be worn with skinny jeans and heels or booties. It can also be thrown over a casual dress, or black dress. For a more “street” look, this velvet blazer can be worn with cut-off denim shorts, biker/moto boots or creepers, and a concert tee.

Thanks for stopping by,

XOXO

Cathy

Fall faux fur vest on sale

 in General Fashion  tagged bottega veneta / casual style / chloe / fall 2016 / faux fur / gap / outfits by

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Pictured: Chanel sunglasses / Kendra Scott earrings / MAC lipstick / Gap tee / faux fur vest on major sale! / Bold gold ring / NARS nail polish / Gap charcoal jeans / Chloe handbag / Bottega Veneta booties

One of my favorite things to wear on cold fall, or winter days, is faux fur. It is soft, cozy, and adds a little bit of spice to an otherwise bundled up ensemble. I originally purchased this vest during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It went back up to regular price, and now it is on an even bigger discount than during the first sale! If you are looking for a fun, faux fur vest, this one is fabulous; and it is 40% off! Love that!

A faux fur vest is a great item to own for the fall season. It keeps you cozy without being too warm; like a coat, jacket, or sweater. It is also a great way to elevate a casual outfit. I love the black and white fibers on this faux fur vest. It adds dimension to the overall look of the vest.

This faux fur vest not only elevates casual looks, it can be dressed up too! Picture it with an all-black outfit based by a pencil skirt, or black slim-fit trousers. It will be the centerpiece or the outfit. Love!

I’m looking forward to wear this faux fur vest more often when the weather gets cooler. So far, I have only been able to wear it while the fog is still in; as soon as it recedes back over the Santa Cruz Mountains, I have to change. Here’s to looking forward to cooler, autumn temperatures!

Fall berry hues

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged casual style / donald j pliner / fall 2016 / gap / outfits / proenza schouler / shein by

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Pictured: gold sculptured earrings / Chanel sunglasses / MAC Frost Lipstick in Fabby / choker c/o Ettika / three tired gold necklace / top c/o SheIn / black tank top / black top handle satchel / gold sculptured ring / Dior Steel Grey nail polish / two tone fall jeans / pewter metallic booties for fall

One of the big trends for the fall 2016 season is berry hues. Although this color trend pops up almost every autumn, it is a beautiful color palette to incorporate into one’s fall wardrobe; making it a great trend to follow this season no mater how predictable!

Since the weather here in the San Francisco Bay Area does not cool off until the end of October, it can be difficult to incorporate fall pieces into our wardrobes. That is why I love finding lightweight tee’s I can pair with jeans, or midi skirts, which reflect the fall trends, yet are weather-appropriate.

I love this cold shoulder tee from SheIn. Not only is it nicely priced way under $50, it is lightweight, washable, and totally on trend for fall. The cold shoulder trend is continuing into the new season, and the burgundy hue fits perfectly into the berry color trend. I also love the long length of the tee since it adds a little bit more style to jeans than a regular tee-shirt.

The deep v-neck on this top also adds a little bit of sass to the tee which enables it to be dressed up for evenings and parties. I wear a tank top underneath for the daytime, but if you leave out the tank, and pair this top with jeans and heels, or a black pencil skirt and heels, then you have a season, and weather appropriate party outfit. Love it!

I also need to give a shout-out to these booties. They are super comfortable and fit into fall’s metallic trend. I know I will be wearing them often this autumn season!

To shop this top, and other nicely priced fall items from SheIn, please click here.