spring 2023


BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: black shoulder bag / star necklace (use code CathyO-20 to save 20%) / Chanel nail polish / Spring Dior nail polish / green handbag / silver bar bracelet (use code CathyO-20 to save 20%) / silver station bracelet (use code CathyO-20 to save 20%) / straight leg jeans / black M Frame handbag / ivory moon shaped bag / denim joggers /

Shoulder bags, investment jewelry, spring nail polish, and jeans that aren’t skinny; this is what everyone is buying for spring! This week, classic, staple wardrobe pieces have been hot on the blog.

Small to medium sized shoulder bags are also on fire for 2023. Look for fun shapes such as this M Frame bag or this moon shaped handbag. Also look for classic and anonymous bags such as this black shoulder bag and this timeless green bag. Love!

Spring nail polish is here! My reivews for the Dior, Gucci, and Chanel collections are all live on the blog. If you have not read them yet, check them out now!

I am in with Lois Hill Jewelry. Have you seen my post about thier timeless pieces? If not, you can read it here.

Stay tuned for more spring coverage!

XOXO
Cathy


Chanel nail polish spring 2023 review

chanel spring 2023 nail polish review

Chanel nail polish spring 2023 from left: Chanel Rouge Cuir nail polish / Chanel Watermelon nail polish /

The spring 2023 nail polish collection from Chanel is finally here! This year, Chanel has given us two colors for the spring season with one classic hue, and one fun color. Love that!

The classic hue is Chanel Rouge Cuir, which is a timeless berry shade that can be worn during any season of the year. I see this as an expansion of the neutral hues Chanel released last fall. If you are looking for an updated neutral, this is your spring nail polish color.

If you are looking for something a little bit more fun, Chanel Watermelon nail polish is a shiny, sheer, sugary orange. This nail polish applies with a sheer, jelly-like look which is high on shine. I used two coats of color in my photos, and as you can see, the polish doesn’t completely saturate the nail. with three coats, you can recreate the color you see in the bottle.

So, without further ado, here are the two spring nail polish hues from Chanel.

Chanel nail polish spring 2023 | Chanel Watermelon

chanel watermelon spring 2023 nail polish

Chanel Watermelon nail polish is a jelly-like polish which does not offer a lot of color saturation. If you want the color in the bottle, it will require three coats. If you prefer the avant-garde look of the shiny and jelly-like consistency of this polish, one or two coats will achieve your goal. Photo taken with one base coat, two coats of color; no top coat.

Chanel nail polish spring 2023 | Chanel Rouge Cuir

chanel rouge cuir nail polish spring 2023

How pretty is Chanel Rouge Cuir nail polish for spring! I love it! This is a fabulous, updated neutral hue which can be worn to the office, daily, and also in the evening. It is the ideal polish to put on and leave on until it chips, or your nails grow. Tested with one base coat, two coats of color, and no top coat.

There you have it! The two nail polish colors from Chanel for the spring 2023 season. What do you think? Which nail polish is your favorite?

Shop the Chanel nail polish spring 2023 collection online:

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


Top spring 2023 trends

Spring 2023 trends from top left: caramel hobo bag / star necklace (under $100, use code CathyO-20 to save 20% off) / layered necklace (use code CathyO-20 to save 20% off) / green handbag / straight leg jeans (under $100) / black handbag / black slides / straw bag /

Spring 2023 is just about here! The blossoms are blooming, the weather is hot, cold, warm, cool, wet, dry, and icy, and the sun will sometimes say hi. When you walk into a store, the colors are bright, and the spring cheer is everywhere. Love that!

There are a few trends from last year we are seeing continue into this year, while a few new trends are emerging for spring 2023. Here are the top trends for spring 2023 we all need in our wardrobe.

Interesting Shoulders: This means shoulders with a little somethin’ somethin’. Look for puff sleeves, one-shoulder looks, and cut-outs.

Small handbags: Despite the oversize bags on the runways, the streets still prefer smaller bags. Look for small and medium sized hobo bags, moon shaped bags, interesting and non-traditional shaped bags, small one handle satchels or lady bags, straw and natural fiber bags, the baguette, and plastic or jelly bags are hotter than hot. Look for handbags in classic neutrals, or happy colors.

Square Toes: The square toe is making a comeback, and as we move through the year you will see it more and more. Look for square toes and enjoy them! Square toes allow your toes room to wiggle. Love that!

Layered jewelry: For the spring 2023 season, look for layered necklaces, layered bracelets, and classic pieces; that can be layered! Layer-up your baubles!

No Skinny Jeans: There is one denim rule this spring 2023 season, no skinny jeans! Look for straight leg jeans, flare jeans, and wide leg styles. Your jeans can be traditional blue, or a color from the rainbow; as long as they are not skinny. The hemline can drape over your shoe, be jogger-style, ankle length, or cropped. Anything goes, as long as your jeans are not skinny.

Cut outs: This trend is going to last well into 2024, so get into it! Cut outs on your shoulder, at your waist, on your back, or anywhere; cut outs on your clothing is hotter than hot.

Vintage inspiration: Look for 1960s and 1970s hemlines, meaning mini and maxi. Designers took a lot of inspiration from the 1960s through the 1980s. Hemlines are from the 1960s and 1970s, while colors and sleeves are from the 1980s. You might still see some 1990s in there, but the ’60’s through to the ’80’s are where spring 2023 is at. Groovy.

Stay anonymous: Shove those loud logos to the back of your closet. Your handbags and belts should be anonymous. If people can tell the brand or designer of anything you are wearing from a mile away, it’s so last year. Look for, and wear, quiet luxury.

Well, there you go! The top spring 2023 trends which made it from the runways to the streets for the spring 2023 season. Love!

Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for more spring coverage.

XOXO

Cathy