spring 2022

Spring street sneakers and colored denim

 in General Fashion  tagged casual style / outfits / spring 2022 by
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Wearing: sunglasses / green and gold earrings (sold out, similar here) / stripe tee / gemstone bracelets (local designer, under $50) / spring nail polish / structured hobo bag / G buckle belt / colored denim, classic cut / street sneakers /

The puff sleeve trend is giving me life! I absolutely love finding cute tee’s which are comfortable and fashionable to pair with jeans and shorts. This trend has been going on for a few years now, as you know, and I love how it turns a basic tee into an interesting top which helps make an outfit go from a basic tee and jeans to actual street style. Love!

Since I am still taking care of my foot injury, sneakers are my go-to shoe of the moment. If puff sleeves weren’t a thing right now, I would have a much harder time creating outfits paired with sneakers. The puff sleeves on this tee elevate my outfit so that it isn’t just a boring tee and a pair of jeans, it’s an actual lewk! haha

The colored denim trend is also adding some spice this year since it is a fun way to move away from a regular pair of jeans. While jeans are a mainstay in everyone’s wardrobe, it is nice to have a casual alternative which is comfortable and durable, and on trend! Have you delved into the colored denim trend this year?

I wore this look to go shopping the other day at Santana Row and enjoy lunch at The Yard House. It was comfortable and my foot was happy being in a shoe with proper arch support. I am getting used to wearing sneakers and arch support all the time now, it might be hard to go back to other types of shoes when I am healed! Perhaps I should just live in sneakers now . . .

Which spring trends are you loving right now? Are you loving the puff sleeve trend, or the colored denim trend as much as I am?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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BAF Weekly IT List

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BAF Weekly IT List from top left: gemstone bracelets (local designer, under $50) / late spring nail polish / spring nail polish / bright blue double-breasted blazer / chain pouch in chocolate brown / G buckle belt / green tote bag / slingback heels / structured hobo bag /

It was the week of accessories! Everyone is snapping up handbags, shoes, and nail polish as we move deeper into the spring season.

Nail polish for spring is in a variety of fun colors this year. There are vivid pastels, daring rose hues, and playful pops of pastel yellow. Whether you prefer classic nail polish hues, or avant-garde mani’s, there is a spring nail color for you!

Tote bags, hobo bags, pouch bags, and small top handle bags are hot this spring season, and they are selling like hotcakes! Which spring handbag trend is your favorite? This work tote, chain pouch, and structured hobo were quite popular this week.

Slingbacks are everywhere, and this pair is both on trend and comfortable. Love that! Slingbacks are great because you can wear them through the summer season, and into the warm, first half of the fall season.

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What are you loving for spring right now?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Graduation gift ideas 2022

 in General Fashion / Shopping  tagged graduation / holiday gift guide 2022 / holiday gift ideas / spring 2022 by
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Graduation gift ideas from top left: bead gemstone bracelets (local designer, under $50) / classic, convertible handbag / classic pearl earrings / classic pearl ring / fun work tote / classic scarf / solid color work tote /

Can you believe graduation season is upon us? I feel like this year has gone by so quickly! I have several grad’s to buy something special for this spring, so I put together a graduation gift guide filled with gift ideas which will work for many grad’s this year.

Is your grad heading off to a fabulous new job? Why not gift her a practical yet fabulous work tote! I chose work totes from designers which are sturdy, long-lasting, and can handle a ton of wear and tear. Plus, they have “name status” without breaking the bank. Love that! Choose from a fun tote for a creative work environment or a solid color tote for a more conservative and professional work environment.

Everyone needs a scarf. A scarf is a classic accessory which she can keep for decades. I have several which I purchased in the 1990s and I still pull them out of my drawer and wear them often. Scarves are great because they take the place of a necklace, and when you are a new grad starting out, you don’t have the money to buy necklaces for every office outfit. A scarf can also add personal style to any look. Scarves work well in both creative and conservative work environments. Love that!

She worked hard to earn her degree, why not gift her with beautiful jewelry? Even a high school grad can receive a beautiful piece of grown-up jewelry for graduation. You cannot go wrong with gemstone bracelets, or classic pearls. They can be worn to the office, on weekends, and for dressy occasions. She will love them!

Not sure what to get? Every girl needs a practical yet on-trend handbag! This convertible handbag comes with a cross body strap and a short, trendy strap. She will love a new bag which offers classic style, and a bit of practicality. Love that!

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I hope you love these graduation gift ideas for 2022! Hopefully the grad’s on my list won’t see this post, haha, then they will have a hint as to what I bought for them! Ooops! haha

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy