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Mountain Winery concert outfit

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged chloe / outfits / saint laurent / summer 2016 by

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Rosa / Tee: Bobeau / Skirt: H & M (under $25!!!) / Handbag: Chloe (on major sale!) / Cuff: H & M (under $5!!!) / Nail Polish: Chanel / Shoes: Saint Laurent

Over the 4th of July weekend, my husband and I went to The Mountain Winery in Saratoga, California, to see Foreigner perform. They were so amazing!

We started the evening with dinner. Our table was perfect. We sat on the Chateau deck overlooking the valley at The Mountain Winery. The view was amazing! After dinner, we watched the opening band, The Bad Jones, perform. They were so awesome! I have a new band to add to my list of favorites!

The highlight of the night was Foreigner’s performance. Although none of the original members were on stage, the current line-up is incredibly talented; and they put on a great show! It was fun to see them moving around the stage; and the lead singer went into the audience several times! It was such a great performance!

The Mountain Winery is one of my favorite places to go for a date night with my husband. We usually get the “Ultimate Night Out Package” which includes VIP parking, a three course dinner, and close-to-the-stage seats. It really is the ultimate night out! Love!

The summer concert series at The Mountain Winery is held in the summer months when the weather is perfect. We only had a rain incident once, and that was last year when we saw Huey Lewis and the News.

When it comes to my Mountain Winery Concert outfit I always put something together which is comfortable, lightweight, and easy to move to the music in. This outfit was perfect! We snapped these pictures at home before heading out to the concert. I didn’t want to lug my big ‘ol DSLR to the concert.

If you are local to the Bay Area, or traveling to the area, definitely check out The Mountin Winery for a fun concert this summer. You can learn more about them at MountainWinery.com.

If Foreigner was before your time, and you like rock ‘n roll, check them out on iTunes. You might fall in love! Also check out The Bad Jones, they are an amazing rock group too! Love them!

Lastly, if you are Chloe fan like me, my favorite little going-out-at-night bag is on sale! You can find it online here.

Thanks for stopping by

XOXO

Cathy

Printed skirt with a painted story

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged alice + olivia / givenchy / outfits / prada by

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Rosa / Tee shirt: Halogen (old, also love this one) / Cuff: H & M (under $5!) / Handbag: Givenchy (similar under $400 here) / Skirt: Alice + Olivia / Nail Polish: Chanel Canotier / Shoes: Prada (similar under $300 here, and under $100 here)

I usually shy away from non-traditional prints, but when I saw this printed skirt by Alice + Olivia which appears to have a colorful painting on it, I decided I needed it in my life. The scene on the skirt appears to be vintage architecture in colorful Havana.  The only sign of humans are wall paintings which also exude a vintage vibe. There is one sign of life; a lonely kitten on a balcony.

The colors are vibrant, and modern; ideal for the summer months. There is something about the print which draws me into a colorful, vintage Havana where I can escape for at least one moment. It’s as if I am the missing human; and I need to pick up the kitten, and bring her inside for safety.

After I received the skirt, and began to style it, I found if I picked up any of the colors, it took away from the skirt itself. This led me to pair it with black in order to allow the skirt to be the centerpiece of the outfit. I paired my printed skirt with a basic tee because it has been over ninety degrees here, and tee shirts are incredibly comfortable in this extreme heat.

Fashion is a form of art, so why not find something artistic which reflects your personal style? I love this printed skirt. It is a classic full, knee length skirt (on me because I am 5’4″ on someone taller it will hit higher on the thigh)  which can be styled conservatively, as I styled it, or with more va-va-voom. For example, it can be paired with a crop top and strappy sandals for more of party-ready look.

Have you ever found an artistic accessory, or article of clothing, which spoke to you? If so, please share in the comments below!

Thank you for stopping by,

XOXO

Cathy

Baggy jeans and Valentino Tango pumps

 in General Fashion  tagged banana republic / casual style / denim / hm / mansur gavriel / outfits / summer 2016 / valentino by

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Rosa / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Top: H & M / Necklace: Jennifer Zeuner / Bracelet: H & M (on sale under $5!) / Nail Polish: Chanel Canotier / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel / Jeans: Banana Republic / Shoes: Valentino Tango pumps

I fell in love with the Valentino Tango pumps last year. I was on the hunt for a pair of black pumps last year, and when I saw the Valentino Tango pumps, I knew I needed a pair, in black, in my life! Unfortunately, black was no-where to be found. These pumps were, and still are, quite popular!

When the fall season was approaching, I decided a pair of Valentino Tango pumps would be perfect for the autumn season, as well as my fashion week wardrobe. I was unable to find a black pair, so last year I opted for a red pair with the short, 1″ heel. I felt like the shorter heel would be ideal for fashion week since there is a lot of standing, and walking, involved. The shorter heel worked out perfectly; and the Valentino Tango pumps in red were easy to wear with different outfits, as well as walk, and stand in line.

The black pair still haunts me. I have been keeping my eyes open for a pair, in the higher heel, since last year. I cannot seem to get my hands on a pair! In my last search, I came across a new, light slate blue color Valentino has released for pre-fall. I instantly feel in love! If I cannot have a black pair, this color surely satisfies me!

As with the shorter heel, the higher heel Valentino Tango pump is comfortable, and easy to walk in. I feel like I could actually run in these shoes. They fit extremely well, and hug your foot. I have found with Valentino shoes in general, they are made so well that every pair is comfortable and easy to wear all day long. Love that!

I still would love a black pair for my wardrobe, but if I end up choosing a different pair of black pumps as my go-to heels for fall, I will not be sad. Owning this pair of light, slate blue Valentino Tango pumps with the higher heel has satisfied me. I am in love!

Is there a pair of shoes out there you are in love with, and finding yourself hunting down? If so, which pair are they?

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