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Getting back into boot cut

 in General Fashion  tagged casual style / denim / outfits / resort 2015 / spring 2015 / street style trends / winter 2015 by

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Pictured: Lipstick: Chanel “Confident” (I am in LOVE with this color!!) / Earrings: Alexis Bittar (on sale!) / Jacket: Rebecca Minkoff / Blouse: Express (on sale!) / Handbag: Chanel (Similar SAVE or SPLURGE) / Ring: Kathy Kamei / Nail Polish: Christian Louboutin “Batignolles” / Jeans: Gap / Shoes: Joie

The past several years have been all about skinny jeans, but as we move into 2015, boot cut and flare jeans are gaining momentum. This means the formally “so three years ago” style is acceptable again; and may soon take over the number one denim style spot from the skinnies!

Since boot cut and flare jeans are making a comeback, I thought I would wear this pair of boot cut jeans to get myself back into the silhouette. Although I feel like skinny jeans make me look thinner, the boot cut jean is more comfortable. I also like the 1970’s retro vibe of boot cut jeans.

I am not ready to ditch my skinnies, they really do take about ten pounds off my 5’4″ frame, but a little bit of comfort and vintage flair mixed in never hurt anyone 😉 After all, I am a little bored of my skinnies, despite their slimming properties. What do you think of boot cut or flare jeans? Are you ready to rock the style or do you want to stick with your skinnies?

Aquazurra blue suede shoes

 in General Fashion / Shoes  tagged express / fall 2014 / mansur gavriel / outfits / samantha willis / splendid / winter 2015 by

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Pictured: Earrings: Bauble Bar / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Amaryllis” / Necklace: Bauble Bar  (similar here) / Blouse: Express / Pants: Splendid (also seen here) / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel (full shopping guide here) / Bracelets: Samantha Willis / Nail Polish: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Lover” / Shoes: Aquazurra (incredibly comfortable!)

The rain has finally stopped, at least for a few days, which means I get to wear my new blue suede shoes! Yay! I had been eyeing these shoes by Aquazurra for several months, but I was waiting for the right color to come along. When I spotted them in this pretty blue hue at ShopBop, I knew it was time to pull the trigger. I am so happy I did!

One of the hardest things to find is a comfortable pair of high heels; especially a pair which is 4″ high. There are a few brands or designers which I find comfortable, but unfortunately, they are far and few between. I heard through the grapevine that Aquazurra’s high heels are incredibly comfortable, so I knew I needed a pair! I am glad I found this pair in blue because they are both comfy and cute. Love that!

From now on, I am going to keep my eye on Aquazurra for new colors and styles. Since this pair is comfortable, I know more styles from the brand will be too. Three cheers for adding a comfy brand to my approved list of shoes!

A few of my favorite high heels brands, which are both beautiful and comfortable, are Manolo Blahnik, Joie, Aquazurra and Valentino. Which shoe brands do you find make comfortable high heels?

Tracy Reese fall 2014 dress two ways

 in General Fashion  tagged fall 2014 / nyfw outfits / outfits / rebecca minkoff / tracy reese by

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Pictured: Look 1: Earrings: Nordstrom / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Petal” / Dress: Tracy Reese / Handbag: Marc Jacobs / Nail Polish: Chanel Orage / Boots: Prada (old, also love SAVE or SPLURGE)

Look 2:  Earrings: Bauble Bar / Jacket: Rebecca Minkoff / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Petal” / Dress: Tracy Reese / Cuff: Vince Camuto (sold out, similar here) / Nail Polish: Nars Alogonquin / Handbag: Chanel / Shoes: Sam Edelman

I am a sucker for a dress which can be worn in both warm and cold weather. Here in the San Francisco Bay Area, our weather changes so much; sometimes in the middle of the day! It is important to have a wardrobe which can easily flow from warm to cold and back to warm temperatures. 

This dress from Tracy Reese is perfect for our Bay Area micro-climates. I originally purchased it to wear at New York Fashion Week last September. It was ideal in the 90 degree heat and humidity. The natural fabric breathed and managed to keep me cool. My feet were killing me after a long day of on and off site shows, so I ended up pairing my comfortable moto boots with the dress and throwing my hair into a ponytail. It was hot and I needed to be comfortable!

Fast forward to our recent winter temperatures and the dress is still working for me! I have been wearing it with high heels and my favorite jacket of the season; my Rebecca Minkoff pink moto jacket. This dress is so comfortable and versatile; I am glad I invested in it for fashion week and the fall season! It has become my go-to dress this season. It can also be dressed up with pointed toe heels and a faux fur jacket. Love it!

What is your favorite, versatile piece this fall/winter season?