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Transitioning with Eclection

 in Bay Area Fashion / Eco Chic / General Fashion / Jewelry / Local Designers  tagged fall 2013 / necklaces / outfits / twisted silver by

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There is something about the month of August which always makes me want to ditch my summer wardrobe and move right into fall. Unfortunately, this is a little difficult to do in the San Francisco Bay Area. After all, our summer weather continues into late October; and sometimes early November! To solve this wardrobe dilemma, I look for color combinations which evoke an autumn feel yet can still pass for “normal” in August.

I was really excited when I first saw the new “Eclection” collection from Twisted Silver for late summer. The necklace and earrings offer the current trend towards smaller jewelry for fall 2013 in a transitional color palette! It is like Twisted Silver read my mind! Love them!

The beautiful “Eclection” collection from Twisted Silver features an eclectic combination of vintage crystal, glass pearls and brass. The colors on the “Eclection” collection include pale blue, pale amber, pearl and a pop of fall 2013’s hottest hue; red! Love that!

Twisted Silver’s new “Eclection” collection completes my transitional look from summer into fall through both colors and scale. I cannot wait to wear this collection through fall!

The new “Eclection” collection from Twisted Silver is online now at Twisted-Silver.com. Use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

Outfit details:
Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver
Sweater: Hinge (past season) similar here
Necklace: c/o Twisted Silver
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabanna “Gentle Monica”
Belt: Gap
Jeans: Gap (on sale!)
Bracelets: JCrew and Tory Burch
Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi
Shoes: Cole Haan (past season) similar here
Handbag: Chanel, similar here

Photos: Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Retro inspired black and gold

 in Bay Area Fashion  tagged asos / evening attire / outfits / summer 2013 / vintage styles by

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I absolutely adore black and gold together. Not only is this combination classic, it is currently on-trend for summer 2013 and moving into fall 2013. When I saw this top from ASOS, I fell in love with it. The print and cut offered retro flair; and the fact that it is also a jacket (there is a zipper in the back) made it even more fun.

I decided to wear the top over a dress as a cover-up for an evening out recently. I love how it looked over this asymmetrical dress from Ann Taylor I purchased last fall. This top will also work well with black skirts and pants. Can’t wait to mix it up!

Do you have a fun, retro-style top you enjoy styling? If so, join me on Facebook and share!

Outfit details:
Top: ASOS
Dress: Ann Taylor (fall 2012-current style here)
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica”
Necklace: St. Chris Holiday Boutique 2006-for similar style, see shopping widget below
Bracelets: Kate Young for Target and Tory Burch
Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi
Clutch: Chanel (not online) similar styles here and here.
Shoes: Prada

Photos: Rob/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Perfect white blouse

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged casual style / outfits / summer 2013 / wallis / white by

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We have been having warm and sunny weather this summer here in the San Francisco Bay Area. One of my favorite ways to stay cool in the heat is with lightweight fabric in a light color. This blouse, sent to me by Wallis, fits the bill perfectly. The fabric is lightweight; and white happens to be the coolest color in warm weather! Love that!

This Wallis blouse offers a loose silhouette and a flattering drape. The 3/4 sleeves protect me from the sun, yet keep me cool at the same; and of course allow me to show off some arm candy! I also adore the silver studded design around the split-neck which adds interest to the front of the blouse.

Of course, anything white is versatile! The quiet silver studs combined with the flattering fit of this Wallis blouse make it easy to wear with shorts, pants, slim skirts or as a swimsuit cover-up.

In the photos above I am showing my two favorite ways to wear this blouse. To learn more about Wallis, one of my favorite new ways to shop online, please visit Wallis.com.

Outfit details:

Outfit #1
Top: c/o Wallis
Shorts: Gap (on sale!!!)
Lipstick: “60’s Pink” c/o Laura Mercier
Earrings: Stella & Dot
Handbag: Chanel, similar here.
Silver bangles: c/o Twisted Silver
Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi
Rings: John Hardy
Silver Cuff: Beau Bijou Santana Row, similar here.
Leather wrap bracelet: Tory Burch
Shoes: Michael Kors (on sale!!!)
Toe nail polish: Chanel Delicatesse

Outfit #2
Top: c/o Wallis
Earrings: Stella & Dot
Jeans: Gap, no longer available. Also love this pair.
Tote: Coach
Lipstick: “60’s Pink” c/o Laura Mercier
Silver link bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver
Leather wrap bracelet: Tory Burch, similar here.
Nail Polish: Chanel Paparazzi
Shoes: Michael Kors (on sale!!!)
Toe nail polish: Chanel Delicatesse

What you cannot see-both outfits:
Fragrance: Bond No.9

Photos: Bay Area Fashionista 2013©