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Fall on Instagram

Fall on Instagram has been filled with transitional outfits, sweet treats, a little playtime, and of course-sushi! September until now, has been a mix of soaring, summer-like temperatures, as well as fall-like days dipping into 50-degree territory. I have been reaching for summer favorites, and also pulling from the back of my closet for fall, and winter favorites. This has been an interesting weather season for sure!

laser cut midi skirt

I find myself reaching for this laser cut skirt often. It is one of my favorite fall pieces! You can see it in an outfit post here. On this particular fall day, I wore it with these shoes, this bracelet, this bag, and this tee.

snake and butterfly

One of my favorite places to grab a hot cocoa is Snake & Butterfly in Downtown Campbell. They have a wide array of chocolate, gelato, and more! The decor is pretty fabulous too. I usually stop in with my kids, and relax with a good book. Handbag online here.

mansur gavriel lady bag casual look

Here in the San Francisco Bay Area, our fall temperatures can mimic summer. On this casual day, I paired my favorite tee with these comfy boyfriend jeans (old, similar here). These flats (color sold out, other colors here) are incredibly comfortable too. This Mansur Gavriel Lady Bag is a new favorite, and this bracelet is too!

blue angels san francisco

Fall in the Bay Area cannot happen without the Blue Angels! I always watched them when they came into town as a child. I remember them loudly soaring overhead during rehearsals when I worked in the financial district, and I remember watching them through my adulthood. My husband and I are keeping the tradition alive by bringing our kids to the show when they come to the city. I trust they are the most amazingly talented pilots on Earth. Love!
frost cupcakes on halloween

If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, and you love cupcakes, you MUST go to Frost in Downtown Campbell! They have the best cupcakes on Earth. These are the cupcakes I picked up from Frost for Halloween. My kids were in heaven eating them. Oh yes, I do not exaggerate; best.cupcakes.on.Earth!

workout nike id

In case you didn’t know. I am a bit of workout junkie. I have to be with my sweet tooth! Ha! In this photo, I was on my way to one of my favorite classes; BodyCombat. If you have not tried it, it is a fabulous cardio kickboxing class which targets the whole body. I love it! It also burns 600+ calories, which is key after eating cupcakes 😉 I wore my favorite pair of Nike ID’s (similar here), which you can see styled here, these comfortable workout pants (old, similar here), and I carried this cute little blue bag.
kiku sushi

If you follow my on Instagram, you might be aware of my love for sushi. One of my favorite sushi places in the south bay is Kiku Sushi. They are on the border of Cupertino and Saratoga, tucked behind a gas station, and a small medical building. The food is amazing. If you are local, you must try it!

The weather is finally moving in a winter-like direction, so my Instagram posts should start to get cozier, and more holiday inspired!

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Thank you for following along, and stay fabulous!


Threads 4 Thought sustainable apparel

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Pictured: Hat: c/o Threads 4 Thought / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Sunglasses: Chanel / Lipstick: Christian Louboutin / Scarf: c/o Threads 4 Thought / Tee-Shirt: Gap / Knit Jacket: Karen Kane (past season, also love this one) / Jeans: Current Elliot (last seen here) / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel / Ring: Kendra Scott / Nail Polish: Chanel Vert Obscur / Boots: Rag & Bone

Threads 4 Thought is an amazing apparel company which creates clothing made from sustainable materials. The line is also manufactured in a factory which respects its’ employees, and treats them fairly. Love that!

In addition to being eco-chic in both manufacturing and creation, Threads 4 Thought also gives back to the community! When you spend over $100 on Threads 4 Thought’s website, 10% of your purchase goes directly to the New Roots Campaign. This amazing campaign supports nutrition education programs in 22 American cities, 38 community gardens with New Roots growers, 60 New Roots entrepreneurs, and 850 New Roots growers from more than 30 nations. Love!

Threads 4 Thought makes a fabulous line of clothing and accessories which are perfect for everyday life. I am in love with the hat and scarf combination featured in the photos above. They are warm and cozy! I also love the blue tweed pattern of the knit. I cannot wait to wear these pieces both together, and by themselves, during the cold winter months.

It always feels good to find sustainable, eco-chic products to add to my wardrobe. I wish more brands and designers would follow suit and contribute both to the community, and the health of the globe as a whole.

To learn more about Threads 4 Thought, and to shop their fabulous collection, please visit threads4thought.com.


H & M topper for fall

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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!