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The key to a casual summer

 in Eco Chic / General Fashion / Jewelry / Local Designers  tagged casual style / coach / necklaces / outfits / summer 2013 / twisted silver by

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July is always an interesting month. The weather hovers in the 80’s and 90’s while stores begin to stock fall merchandise designed to keep you warm when temperatures fall below 50 degrees. As my eyes grow accustomed to a fall color palette due to my line of work, I start looking for warm weather clothing in colors which blend well with fall. This dress caught my eye at Target. For only $29.99 I could have a lightweight summer dress in a beautiful fall hue. Love! I also knew right away it would be perfect to pair with Twisted Silver’s new “Key” necklace.

Twisted Silver’s new “Key” necklace is a long, casual necklace which features an authentic vintage skeleton key. I love long necklaces in the summer because they spice up warm weather, casual ensembles. Summer is always a difficult season for dressing since the weather is so hot! Twisted Silver’s new “Key” necklace is the ultimate key to adding style during the summer when wearing lightweight, warm weather clothing. Love!

Since we have fog in the morning here in the San Francisco Bay Area, this denim jacket topped off the casual look. Of course, the jacket comes off as soon as the fog burns off and temperatures soar past 80 degrees!

Twisted Silver’s “Key” necklace is online at Twisted-Silver.com. Use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

Outfit details:
Jacket: AG Jeans
Dress: Converse
Earrings: John Hardy
Necklace: c/o Twisted Silver “Key” necklace
Lipstick: c/o Laura Mercier “Girly”
Handbag: Coach fall 2013 color “gunmetal” Summer sale colors here.
Nail Polish: Chanel Azure
Bracelets: c/o Twisted Silver
Leather wrap bracelet: Tory Burch (not online) similar here.
Shoes: Michael Kors (on sale!!!)
Toe nail polish: Chanel Fracas

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Fragrance: c/o Seth Kornegay “Petra”

Photos: Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Edgy casual

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged bracha / chloe / outfits / prada / rose royce / summer 2013 by

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Bracha Boutique in San Carlos, Ca. has so many hidden treasures in store! This bright blue blouse with golden-tone grommets screamed my name when I noticed it at Bracha. The grommets, front zipper and slightly puffy sleeves evoke a 1980’s vibe and rocker chic look; both of which are hot off the runway and very me!

I paired the blouse with my new favorite denim, Rose Royce. To play off of the rocker chic touches on the blouse I wore my studded Prada wedges and Tory Burch leather wrap bracelets to complete the look.

If you haven’t had a chance to check out Bracha Boutique, please pay them a visit at 654 Lauren Street, San Carlos, Ca. or online at VictoriaBracha.com. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

Outfit Details:
Blouse: c/o Bracha
Jeans: c/o Rose Royce
Gold bangles: JCrew
Leather Wrap Bracelets: Tory Burch
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica”
Shoes: Prada (on sale!!)
Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver (use coupon code INSIDERS for 15% off)
Nail Polish: Chanel Azure
Handbag: Chloe
Toe Nail Polish: Chanel Fracas

What you cannot see:
Fragrance: Creed

Photos: Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Victoria Bracha, florals and berry hues

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged bracha / jill milan / outfits / summer 2013 / valentino by

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One of the big trends from summer 2013, which is continuing into fall 2013, is the floral trend. In addition to floral prints, berry hues ranging from bright summer fuchsia through to deep, dark burgundy are among the hottest colors for fall 2013. Since I love to incorporate runway trends into my own personal style, this floral top from local designer Victoria Bracha is the perfect answer to both the continuing floral trend and the berry hued trend.

Victoria Bracha is a Bay Area based designer who owns Bracha Boutique in downtown San Carlos, California. Bracha carries Victoria’s line as well as additional brands and designers who are both niche and popular. The entire store is a fabulous mix of apparel and accessories which are hard to find in other shops. Love that!

This top by Victoria Bracha is made from a cool, mesh fabric which is layered and not see through. (As one would assume it would be when the word “mesh” is mentioned!) The mesh fabric is surprisingly cool and allows the wind to breeze in and out; making this a fabulous top for spring and fall! Of course, it is also perfect for foggy, summer days too. Victoria Bracha also uses this fabric for dresses and other pieces which can be mixed and matched together. She also has additional colors and prints which are easy to wear in any season.

I paired my Victoria Bracha top with an A-line leather skirt. This works perfectly for going out in the evening. The top can also be paired with trousers for the office or jeans for casual days. I love versatility!

For more information about Bay Area designer Victoria Bracha, please visit her shop located at 654 Laurel Street, San Carlos, Ca. or her website at VictoriaBracha.com. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

Outfit Details:
Top: c/o Victoria Bracha
Skirt: Parker (past season-see shopping widget below for similar styles at various price points)
Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver (use coupon code INSIDERS for 15% off)
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica”
Rings: John Hardy and Tiffany
Nail Polish: Chanel Bel-Argus
Handbag: c/o Jill Milan available at Circle & Square SF
Shoes: Valentino (past season) current season here

What you cannot see:
Fragrance: c/o Seth Kornegay

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