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Soft structure

 in Bay Area Fashion  tagged asos / dresses / fall 2013 / outfits / summer 2013 by

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The best thing about transitional attire is that it reflects the trends of the new season yet offers lightweight construction. This makes transitional clothing better for the Bay Area than traditional fall attire which tends to be too heavy to wear in 60 and 70 degree weather.

I love this new dress from ASOS which is made from a lightweight, airy fabric and is perfect for transitioning from summer into fall. The black and white design is on-trend and the silhouette offers an airy feel which is perfect for 70 degree temperatures. In the morning when the fog is still in, a black motorcycle jacket or denim jacket is the perfect topper to keep warm.

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Outfit details:
Dress: ASOS
Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver (use code INSIDERS for 15% off)
Lipstick: c/o Laura Mercier “60’s Pink”
Tote: Alexander Wang
Chain bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver
Leather wrap bracelet: Ralph Lauren
Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi
Shoes: Camilla Skovgaard (similar here and here)

Photos: Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Kao Pao Shu pop of red

 in Bay Area Fashion / Eco Chic / Handbags  tagged clutches / fall 2013 / kao pao shu / outfits / red / vegan style by

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Outfit details: Earrings: Kathy Kamai / Tee-shirt: Gap / Sweater vest: c/o Calypso St. Barth / Clutch: c/o Kao Pao Shu / Jeans: Gap / Bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver / Rings: John Hardy / Leather wrap bracelet: Tory Burch / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica” / Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi / Shoes: Valentino (past season-current versions here and here)

In today’s society, it is a chore to try and find goods sold in the United States which are also made in the United States. When it comes to handbags, the majority of manufacturers are located in China, while a few remain in Italy, the majority are in China. And as for the United States? Good luck finding a handbag made here!

I was thrilled when Los Angeles based handbag company Kao Pao Shu contacted me about their products. Not only are their handbags designed and made in the United States, they are from California! Love that! These beautiful handbags, which are non-leather and perfect for vegetarian and vegan Fashionistas, are from right here in the Golden State.

I am in love with this beautiful red clutch from Kao Pao Shu which offers an asymmetrical silhouette and edgy vibe. The clutch easily fits my wallet, iPhone, car keys and lipstick. The fabrication allows the clutch to be worn with jeans, as I styled it above, during the day, or paired with a dress for a night on the town. Day into evening = love!

Kap Pao Shu offers a full line of handbags for both men and women. The color palette is classic allowing Kao Pao Shu handbags to easily be worn during any season for years to come. To view Kao Pao Shu’s collection online, please visit kaopaoshu.com.

Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

Photos: Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Meow! A little Marissa Del Rosario love

 in Bay Area Fashion / Jewelry / Local Designers  tagged bracelets / fall 2013 / leopard / marissa del rosario / outfits by

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I am a huge fan of anything born in the Bay Area. But in the case of San Jose based designer Marissa Del Rosario, she could be based anywhere in the universe and I would still be a huge fan. This fabulous Bay Area designer has created an amazing line of accessories which are chic and timeless. Love that!

I was thrilled when Marissa Del Rosario sent me the beautiful bracelet featured in these photos. The strong, edgy chain combined with the classic leopard print details caught my eye immediately and I knew this bracelet would be in my wardrobe forever. The bracelet is extremely high quality, and knowing it was designed by a local designer makes me crave even more pieces from Marissa Del Rosario’s line. I cannot wait to wear this bracelet with more outfits in the months to come!

Please take some time to check out her website at MarissaDelRosario.com and view her collection. I am currently coveting her belts; and more of her bracelets! What is your favorite piece from the line?

Outfit details:
Top: Piperlime
Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica”
Belt: Prada
Bracelet (right arm): c/o Marissa Del Rosario
Bracelets (left arm): Tory Burch, JCrew
Handbag: Chloe
Jeans: Gap
Shoes: Manolo Blahnik (not online) similar style here.
Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi

Photos: Rob/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©