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Metallics, printed jeans and studs

May 3, 2013 in Bay Area Fashion / Handbags / Shopping tagged circle and square sf / dareen hakim / outfits / spring 2013 / totes by Bay Area Fashionista

Photos: Top; Royal Underground (past season), Jeans; 7 for all Mankind (past season), Handbag; Dareen Hakim c/o Circle and Square SF, Earrings; David Yurman similar here, Bracelet with watch; David Yurman similar here, Silver Bangles; c/o Twisted Silver (Code INSIDERS for 15% off), Leather wrap bracelet; Tory Burch, Shoes; Valentino

Photo credit: Rob/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Metallics have been huge for the past few seasons and are showing no sign of slowing down as we head into summer, fall and winter. Printed jeans and studs are also two trends which were hot on the fall/winter 2013/2014 runways. With all of these runway trends popular on the street, it is fun to mix and match them together for a personal touch!

I especially love this edgy tote bag by Dareen Hakim from Circle & Square SF. It has a pewter, metallic finish which works well both during the day and for evening occasions. The tote bag is roomy yet lightweight which is always a plus! Since pewter is darker than silver, this tote bag will work well as we move into the fall/winter season. Love that! I am all about investment dressing

Florals and emerald green

April 30, 2013 in General Fashion / Shoes tagged casual style / flats / florals / naya shoes / outfits / sandals / spring 2013 by Bay Area Fashionista

Photos from top: Blouse: Ted Baker, Jeans: Gap, Earrings: c/o Twisted Silver, Handbag: Elaine Turner (past season), Brass Bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver, Leather Wrap Bracelet: Tory Burch, Shoes: c/o Naya Shoes Helena.

*For Twisted Silver, use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount!

Photo credit: Rob/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

It is no secret that floral prints, bright colors and emerald green are hot for spring/summer 2013. While an easy way to wear florals is on a dress, and an easy way to wear bright colors is with neutrals, sometimes it is fun to pair the two together and create a bright, floral ensemble!

I love Naya Shoes. This short wedge sandal from the eco-chic company’s spring/summer 2013 collection is easy to wear with lightweight fabric dresses, jeans, skinnies and of course, summer shorts! Every shoe made by Naya Shoes is Eco Chic and made from eco-conconscious materials in an eco-consciouc fashion. Love that!

The “Helena,” pictured here in Taupe/Coffee, is a classic sandal with just enough of a wedge to add a little bit of height to my 5’4″ frame. They are also very comfortable

Cross Body bags for summer 2013

April 23, 2013 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion / Handbags tagged clutches / cross body bags / madewell / outfits / spring 2013 by Bay Area Fashionista

Summer is fast approaching and this means Fashionistas everywhere will be on the go for the warm weather season. When you are on the go, the last thing you want to fiddle with is a clunky handbag! This means the best option for hitting amusement parks, county fairs, local zoos and more is the cross body handbag.

Cross body handbags come is many shapes and sizes according to what you need. If you need to carry a water bottle, snacks for the kids and more, then a large cross body bag is the way to go. If all you need is cash, credit cards, keys and your mobile device, then you can get away with a small and petite cross body bag. If you are planning a vacation and need the ease of a cross body bag for daytime yet the sophistication of a clutch for evening, then a convertible cross body is the best option.

The cross body bag has gained in popularity over the past few seasons and is showing no sign of slowing down. This versatile handbag style can be spotted every season on both the runways and the street. Look for a fun color to add pop to a neutral outfit or sass to an already color filled ensemble. For more practical use, opt for a neutral color such as black, brown or cream. (Hint) A neutral cross body bag will be easy to use for traveling and offers cross-season appeal.

We included a few fabulous cross body bags around the web and included them in this article. To shop this trend, click on the photos of the items you love in the shopping widget at the top of the article, and you will be redirected to the online shop where you can find them! Love that! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous

Photos: Example of a convertible cross body bag shown as a cross body bag(top photo), shoulder bag (bottom photo) and clutch (middle photo). Handbag C/O Madewell.

Outfit Details: Madewell cross body bag/clutch shown with a Gap dress, Chie Mihara wedges (past season), Love Hurts green bead bracelet (past season), Tory Burch leather wrap bracelet and C/O Twisted Silver 80’s bracelet. Chanel Taboo on nails. Stella & Dot (past season) earrings.

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