fall 2015

Late summer flare denim outfit

August 14, 2015 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion tagged casual style / denim / fall 2015 / outfits / summer 2015 by Bay Area Fashionista

Pictured: Earrings: Kendra Scott / Lipstick: Chanel Amorosa / Top: Lush / Bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver / Nail Polish: Chanel Vert Obscur / Flare Jeans: Citizens of Humanity (petite) / Handbag: Givenchy / Shoes: Prada (old, also love this pair)

Last week I met my fabulous friend Laura from Have-Need-Want for happy hour at Cin Cin in Los Gatos. I was coming off a stressful few days after my car was rear-ended, and it started to have mechanical problems after the body work was completed. Nothing makes problems seem small like a fun conversation, and the most amazing truffle fries on Earth! Yes, I said truffle fries. Can we say a-ma-zing!!!

I was excited to have an excuse to wear my new blouse from Lush which I purchased for fall, and a pair of flare jeans. The blouse is almost as long as a dress! The length makes the blouse really fun and versatile. So far, I have worn it with flare jeans, as in the photos above, but I also found a great way to wear it in colder weather.

When late fall, and early winter approaches, this blouse by Lush looks amazing with a wool scarf, worn over leggings or skinny jeans, with flare jeans (of course), and paired with cozy boots. Throw a coat on top and it is a casual-yet-put-together look. Love that! I might be addicted to this shirt 😉

I have to rave about these photos too. Laura did a great job! Make sure you check out her website at have-need-want.com.

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Boxy handbags for fall 2015

August 13, 2015 in General Fashion / Handbags / Trends tagged fall 2015 / office attire / runway trends / satchels / shoulder bags / street style trends / winter 2016 by Bay Area Fashionista

Pictured from top left: black box bag (under $300!)/ lips box bag / green box bag / burgundy boxy satchel / black boxy satchel / pink bag inside a black boxy satchel

Fall 2015 has an answer to those who are not really into the bucket bag trend; the boxy satchel trend. Box bags and boxy satchels are a hot trend for the fall 2015 season. They are the alter ego to the relaxed, slouchy, drawstring bag trend which has reigned supreme over the past few seasons.

While a drawstring bucket bag looks fabulous with a casual ensemble on Saturday afternoon, it does not compliment a structured look during the week, when dressed for the office, the theater, or dinner. Fall 2015 has brought us the perfect answer to this handbag dilemma; the boxy satchel.

Box-like bags for fall 2015 are being shown in two distinct forms; the medium satchel, and the small boxy bag.

Medium boxy satchels, in rectangular and square forms, are ideal for the office, and daytime events. They have a wide width, allowing them to be stuffed to the brim with everything plus the kitchen sink. Boxy satchels offer two top handles, a roomy interior, oftentimes they offer multiple sections, and a neat, structured look for structured attire. Love that!

Fall 2015’s box bags are smaller in stature than their boxy satchels sisters, and beg to be carried to fundraisers, dinners, and more formal affairs. Box bags can be found in small, or mini sizes, in both casual, and formal forms. These smaller box bags tend to offer one top handle, and sometimes will feature a detachable shoulder strap. They can be found in one color, bi-color, decorated with kitschy words or pictures, or embellished with jewels, beadwork, and more! The embellished versions are like boho-chic meets uptown flair. Love it!

Boxy satchels and box bags offer a vintage vibe for fall 2015, reminiscent of the 1950’s and 1960’s. They transcend decades when paired with this season’s 1970’s styles, or an a-line miniskirt or flippy skirt.

What do you think of this emerging trend in handbags? Will you seek one out to use as your alternative this fall to your beloved bucket bag?

Box bags and boxy satchels for fall 2015:

Patchwork for fall 2015

August 12, 2015 in General Fashion / Trends tagged 1970s / fall 2015 / vintage styles / winter 2016 by Bay Area Fashionista

From left: denim dress / boots / dress / shawl / pumps

Let’s get patchy for fall! That’s right! The 1970’s trend is back. This means patchwork apparel, and accessories, are hotter than hot for the fall 2015 season. Love that!

Patches are a fun trend for the fall season. They allow you mix and match patterns, colors, and textures you normally would not put together. This trend is not for the matchy-matchy girl!

You can find patches on everything imaginable for fall; or, you can head down to the fabric store, buy a few scraps or remnants, and put a few patches on an old pair of boyfriend jeans, a denim jacket. . .the possibilities are endless! Patches = fun!

Some designers are showing haphazard patches for fall, while others are showing more organized patchwork; such as the dress in the middle of the graphic above. Organized patchwork is fabulous for a casual office atmosphere, or night on the town. Haphazard patchwork is ideal for weekends, and every fun activity you can think of!

I have a vintage blouse from the 1970’s which is patchwork; you can read the story behind it here. I would also love to add one or two denim patchwork pieces to my autumn wardrobe. What do you think of the patchwork trend for fall? Will you patch up?

Patchwork pieces for fall:

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