spring 2017

Donald J Pliner spring 2017 at Santana Row

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Pictured: mules / espadrilles

Shoes, shoes, glorious shoes! There are so many fabulous shoes at Donald J Pliner for spring 2017! Over the weekend I met up with a few fabulous local bloggers to preview and shop the new spring 2017 collection from Donald J Pliner. Can I just tell you, it is so amazing!!!

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Pictured: booties (fall 2016) / clutch (spring 2017) (in store only) / mules (spring 2017) (in store only)

I fell in love with the entire collection which not only fits in with the current shoe trends from the runways for spring 2017, but also stays true to everything we love about Donald J Pliner; fit, fashion, comfort, quality, luxury, and fun! Love!

How fabulous are the three piece above! Although the booties are from fall, they are still perfect for early spring when the weather isn’t always warm. I love how all three of these pieces sparkle and shine. They are fabulous! I am eyeing those mules for spring. Love!

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Pictured:  high heel caged sandals

Donald J Pliner has amazing styles for every occasion. These beautiful sandals are so perfect for a warm evening, or to spice up a daytime outfit. I really want a pair in black for spring. They are so amazing!

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Pictured: clutch / metallic mules / cork mules

I love these classic and chic mules! How cute is the clutch too! Metallic hues are hotter than hot for spring 2017. Love!

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Pictured: platform sandals / clutch / belt (in store only)

Neutrals are the new black for spring, and these three pieces deliver on spring’s hottest color trend. Aren’t they fabulous! Those sandals are amazing, and they are so comfortable! Also on my spring 2017 wish list. Love!

From left: Erica Luo / myself (outfit details here) / Rommelyn- The Stunning Post / Dawn- Fashion Should Be Fun

The Donald J Pliner spring 2017 launch event at Santana Row was so much fun! The shop offered yummy bites, Pliner Punch, and live music. We also got a in-depth tour of the spring 2017 collection; which is fabulous of course!

It was really fun to meet up with my friends Dawn and Rommelyn. I also loved meeting local blogger Erica Luo, she was so nice! Be sure to check out all of their blogs too! They all embody our local style here in the Bay Area.

Now you might be wondering, with all these fabulous shoes I keep talking about, which pair came home with me? Well. . .

There is definitely a really cute pair of shoes in this box. If you follow me on Instagram or Snapchat, you might already know what is inside. I can’t wait to show you the pretty pair I picked out for my spring wardrobe!

No peeking by scrolling!! I see you scrolling. . .OK, go ahead and scroll 😉

Voila! Aren’t they fabulous! I love these mules because they are a neutral color and simple, chic design; yet the heel offers something fresh and fabulous to the overall style. I also love the height provided by the heel. Love!

You can find my new pair of Donald J Pliner shoes online here. You can also find them in black online here.

You know, Donald J Pliner also has fabulous shoes and belts for men too! I already spotted a few styles I belive my husband needs in his closet for spring. Keep scrolling, these are so amazing!

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Pictured: neutral slip-on sneaker (in store only) / cobalt slip-on sneaker (in store only)

There is something for every male taste for spring at Donald J Pliner. If your man likes to have fun with his shoes, there are many styles he will find in this collection to suit his taste. There also happen to be classic styles, which is more my husband’s speed.

donald j pliner spring 2017

Pictured: lace up sneakers (in store only) / loafers (in store only) / high top sneakers (in store only)

The embellishments, the ombre, and the luxurious details make Donald J Pliner’s spring 2017 men’s collection something amazing. I love the subtle details in his shoes. Of course, all of his shoes are extremely comfortable; and men demand comfort and quality; something Donald J Pliner provides.

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Pictured: navy tie shoes / brown tie shoes

Again, look at the details! Love all of these men’s shoes for spring. Which pair is your favorite?

All in all, the spring 2017 collection from Donald J Pliner is nothing short of amazing. If you are local to the San Francisco Bay Area, definitely stop by their shop at Santana Row and check out the whole collection in person. If you are not local, you can view the collection online here.

Which pairs are your favorites?

*I received a pair of shoes in exchange for this post. All thought and opinions are my own.

Chadwicks of Boston spring for everyone

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged chadwicks of boston / dresses / outfits / petite / plus size style / spring 2017 by

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Dress c/o of Chadwicks of Boston. Can be found online here use coupon code CH75247 to save 20% off your purchase now through April 30, 2017.

Spring is here! The weather here in the San Francisco Bay Area has reached the 70’s and it is absolutely beautiful! I was thrilled to be able to wear this beautiful spring dress by Chadwicks of Boston over the weekend for a lovely day with my friends outside, enjoying this fabulous weather!

When I was walking around, I received so many compliments on this dress! I loved being able to tell people it was from Chadwicks of Boston and they have the best prices in the world! Not only does Chadwicks of Boston have amazing price points, they offer fabulous on trend clothing in petite sizes, tall sizes, and plus sizes. Love that!

Since I am regular sized on top, and petite sized on the bottom, Chadwicks of Boston is perfect for me. I can find a regular size top, and pair it with the perfect petite bottom, for a complete outfit, at a great price, all from one place! For these photos, I am showing you a regular size dress which is perfect for spring. Can I tell you how much I LOVE this dress!!!

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This dress from Chadwicks of Boston can be worn with the shoulders down, like I have done in the photos, or with one shoulder up, or both shoulders up. I also wore it to church over the weekend and put both shoulders up, and switched to flats. It was perfect for a modest look for church; yet with wedges and the shoulders down, it made for a sassy look with my girlfriends. Love the versatility!!!

The belt is detachable too, so if I want to wear it with black accessories, I can switch out the belt easily. I love this dress so much!!!

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Chadwicks of Boston is such a great place to find clothing for spring! I love how they have a variety of sizes, making it the ultimate destination for all body types, and all women. Plus, can we talk about the fabulous prices!!! The clothing is great quality, fits well, is comfortable, and offered at such good prices! I have to pinch myself to believe it!!

Before internet shopping became so common, I remember receiving the Chadwicks of Boston catalog in the mail. They always had such cute clothing at great prices! This is still the same Chadwicks of Boston from the catalog, only much easier to access from anywhere because, as you know, the Internet is everywhere! Chadwicks of Boston also has easy to follow “Fit Guidelines” which makes ordering the right size super easy. Love that!

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I am so happy to have received this beautiful dress for spring from Chadwicks of Boston. They have so many amazing styles for every body type, and every woman; I cannot wait to find more styles for my wardrobe! You can find my fabulous ruffle dress online here, you can use coupon code CH75247 to save 20% off your purchase now through April 30, 2017.

This dress hits every button for spring. Bare shoulder trend; check! Ruffle trend; check! Stripes trend; check! Denim trends; check! That’s four trend in one dress! Love that! The sidewalk is my runway, and I’m walking it this spring in this fabulous dress, at a great price, by Chadwicks of Boston.

For more fabulous styles and sizes from Chadwicks of Boston, please visit their website at Chadwicks.com and use coupon code CH75247 now through April 30, 2017 to save 20% off your purchase!!!

Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

*DISCLOSURE:  I AM PARTICIPATING IN A COMPENSATED CAMPAIGN WITH THIS BRAND.  THE STYLING AND THE WRITTEN WORDS ARE MY OWN. #AD

*Photo credit: Dawn/Fashion Should Be Fun

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For those about to rock

 in General Fashion  tagged bridge & boro / casual style / gucci / jw anderson / outfits / spring 2017 / vintage styles by

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Wearing: Gorjana earrings (sold out, also love this pair) / Chanel spring lipstick / vintage AC/DC tee, here is a cute one, more choices below / Kendra Scott ring / Gucci belt / JW Anderson Pierce bag / jeans c/o Bridge & Boro (last seen here) / Chanel spring nail polish / Valentino heels (old, also love this pair and this pair under $150)

One of my favorite activities with my friends in the 1990s was attending concerts. I loved seeing live music, and being able to hear the musicians play in person; without any studio enhancements. This was before modern artists lip-synced on stage and used other “helpers” to perform. Bands used to play raw. If the singer had a strained voice, you could hear it, if someone hit a wrong note, you heard that too. It was fun and made the music real; it all came to life.

If I had some extra cash, I would purchase a tee-shirt from the concert as a memento. I always wore my shirt proudly to school the Monday after a concert, and I would integrate it into my wardrobe. Once I got to college, band tee’s were not really “cool” anymore, so I folded mine up and stored them; after all, they were my mementos.

Fast forward to 2017 and I see people wearing band tee’s again! Love it! So I found two in my coffers and decided to re-integrate them into my wardrobe for the spring season. I love vintage pieces with meaning, as well as sharing my music taste!

AC/DC was one of my favorite groups when I was in high school. I saw them in concert twice! Once at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, and once in Oakland; The Razor’s Edge tour and also the Money Talks tour. My love for the band’s music has never wavered, and I will always enjoy listening to their albums. My eight-year-old son has also taken a liking to AC/DC and he loves “Back in Black.” It is fun to be able to share my favorite music with my kids. I hope they enjoy music from my generation, as well as their own.

There is so much good music from all periods in time. I enjoy everything from Opera to classic pop to classic rock to modern music. Every musical genre has it’s own special flavor; music makes the world go round!

What is your favorite type of music? Do you have any favorite music groups that have withstood time?

AC/DC tee’s in stock around the web:

My outfit details:

Thanks for stopping by and rock on!

XOXO

Cathy

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