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San Jose winter street style

January 20, 2022 in General Fashion tagged casual style / outfits / street style trends / winter 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

Wearing: sunglasses / earrings / puffer jacket (almost sold out, also love this one) / long sleeve collared tee shirt / G buckle belt / red slouchy hobo / dark wash jeans / spring nail polish / faux fur boots (on major sale!) /

It’s that chilly time of year when everyone in the south bay is bundling up in faux fur boots, jeans, and a puffer jacket or coat. This year, puffer jackets are everywhere. Not that they aren’t normally around, they are a winter staple, but this year they seem a little bit more popular.

I love this puffer jacket because it has a dramatic collar, and it is both comfortable and cozy. It’s no wonder almost all the sizes are sold out! There is a similar version of this jacket, which is made from fabric instead of vegan leather, it is equally fabulous and available in tons of colors. I might have to snap up a fun color for the rest of the season! I wear this jacket almost everyday!

My mom snapped these photos for me while we were walking to the new Dumpling Time restaurant at Santana Row in San Jose. This is a famed restaurant from the city which is known for their xlb dumplings. We were quite hungry when we arrived, and if you look at the photos below, you can see the two of us ordered a lot of food! haha

We ordered the pork xlb dumpling, spring rolls, pork dumplings, gyoza, har gow, lobster shu mai, and pork buns. It was a lot of food and we ended up taking roughly 1/3 of it home. My kids ended up eating the leftovers, and they loved them! Next time I go, I will take my whole family. My mom and I really enjoyed the food, and the service was very attentive and friendly. We loved it!

It’s always fun to add a new restaurant to the rotation. So, if you are local, be sure to check out the new Dumpling Time at Santana Row!

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Also, these faux fur boots are on sale! They come in several colors and they are very comfortable. I get a lot of arch pain, but these boots support my arches and I am pain free walking around in them. Love!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

BAF IT List 2021

December 24, 2021 in General Fashion / Shopping tagged 2021 year in review / baf weekly it list / street style trends by Bay Area Fashionista

most popular fashion 2021 boots handbags beauty jewelry clothing denim

BAF IT List 2021 from top left: classic IT bag / large hoop earrings / foundation powder / fall nail polish / charcoal denim / lug sole boots (water resistant) / small black convertible handbag / grey satchel /

This is IT! The hottest items from 2021 in one list. Notice something in common? The hottest fashion items from 2021 are basics which can be worn everyday.

2021 was all about getting back to life after being locked down for a whole year. As people slowly transitioned back to their pre-pandemic lives, they reached for basic items which can be used everyday. In addition to basics, people looked for simplicity.

What is more simple than this foundation powder? It’s foundation and setting powder in one. Plus, it does not clog your pores. Love that! I have been using this foundation powder in lieu of foundation plus setting powder for about a decade now, and I can never go back to the multi-step foundation process. This powder is super easy, doesn’t make me break out, and works like a charm. I have a Mediterranean complexion and wear color number 5, for reference.

Classic hoops have been hotter than hot this year! I find myself reaching for mine on an almost-daily basis; and many of you have been buying hoops like crazy too! As we move into the new year, I hope to add a rose gold pair, and a silver pair to my collection. Which color hoops have you been rocking this past year?

Neutral nail polish is hot, and as we move into 2022, designers are still opting for neutral or soft tones when it comes to nails. We will be wearing more color, so keeping our nails understated will be a must! This neutral from Chanel’s fall nail polish collection has turned into everybody’s must-have in 2021. It is also a great color for 2022 since it is basic, neutral, and plays well with any color palette. Love that!

No fuss IT bags were hot in 2021, and they will continue to be hot in 2022. These classic IT bags from Chloe and Coach were hot in 2021 and will continue to be sought after in 2022. They are great everyday bags. Nothing like a practical bag which also offers some IT status! Also, this grey satchel has turned out to be a huge IT bag! It’s a great bag for car travel, an airplane carry-on, overnight getaways, or anytime you need to carry a lot of items. The small size is perfect for daily wear as it fits everyday essentials, plus a few extras. I linked up the medium size, but it also comes in small and large. All sizes are popular!

Jeans and practical footwear have been hot in 2021! While square toes, mules, and strappy sandals all had a moment in 2021, people reached for shoes they can walk in. These lug soles boots are very popular since they are comfortable, durable, and water resistant. Plus, they offer a hefty lug sole which is very on trend. In addition to lug sole boots, classic cut jeans have been very popular. While wide leg pants are the big trend, people have been opting for classic cut and skinny jeans when they shop. Unless you are really tall, wide leg pants are hard to wear and shoppers have realized that; opting for classic cuts which flatter any figure.

Shop the BAF IT List 2021 online:

It will be interesting to what becomes popular in the new year. These classic items will all continue into 2022, but I am sure more basics, and trendy items will get added to the IT list! What was your favorite fashion item in 2021?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Top 5 winter 2022 handbag trends

December 15, 2021 in General Fashion / Handbags / Trends tagged street style trends / winter 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

Winter 2022 handbag trends from top left: bucket bags / structured hobo bags / slouchy hobo bag / mini bag / mini gold bag / black pouch bag /

The new year is bringing us updated handbag trends to look forward to! We have a few new trends, as well as a few continuing handbag trends to enjoy. Love! Without further ado, here are the top five winter 2022 handbag trends to look forward to!

1. Bucket Bags

Buckets bags are back! If you invested in a fabulous Mansur Gavriel bucket bag, then you are all set! Or, you might want to add to your collection. Bucket bags for winter 2022 include small versions of the handbag style, as well as round, pot-like versions. Look for the size and silhouette which suits your style and lifestyle. You can’t go wrong with a bucket bag!

2. Hobo Bags

This continuing trend from 2021 has been tweaked! Winter 2022 will offer both structured and slouchy hobo bags. Any shape of a hobo bag is hotter than hot for the winter 2022 season, as well as into the new year. Look for small, medium, and large versions of hobo bags. You cannot go wrong with any hobo bag. Choose the silhouette and size that makes sense for your lifestyle and personal style. This is a great everyday bag you will find yourself reaching for all the time. It’s about time the hobo bag came back to the handbag throne!

3. Micro mini bags

Micro-mini bags are back in style, and the trend is huge! Unfortunately, the size is not. If you like to carry a lot of items around, you know, things such as a phone, wallet, etc., you might be out of luck. This trend works when you only carry lipstick, one credit card, and a housekey. Hey, I can do this for a formal event when my husband has roomy pockets in his suit. Otherwise, I choose a larger bag; but that’s just me. You do you.

4. Metallic Bags

Metallic bags are hot right now. While gold bags are the current trend, the rest of 2022 will bring more metallic hues to choose from, and to covet. Pick a metallic hue that works for you, and you’ll be hotter than hot as you move through the 2022 year.

5. Pouch Bags

Pouch bags are still here! While this handbag trend has matured, pouch bags are still hot on the street, and flying off store shelves. They are turning into a great daytime or evening bag since pouch bags are roomy and chic. Love this trend! You might already own one, so you’re all set for 2022! If not, pick one up in a neutral color so it has staying power.

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There you have it! The top 5 handbag trends for winter 2022. Which one if your favorite?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

1. Bucket Bags

2. Hobo Bags

3. Micro mini bags

4. Metallic Bags

5. Pouch Bags

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