summer 2012

Style it with Naya contest

 in Eco Chic / Shoes  tagged naya shoes / outfits / spring 2012 / summer 2012 by

Naya Shoes is is a fabulous and eco-chic footwear brand which is well-loved here at Bay Area Fashionista. Not only are the shoes incredibly comfortable, fashionable and moderately priced, the entire line is made with eco-conscious materials in an eco-friendly factory. Love that!

Starting today, and running through April 10, 2012, Naya Shoes chose five bloggers to style their “Eternal” wedge for the chance to win a pair of shoes! I was extremely grateful when Naya Shoes asked me to style the “Eternal” wedge in yellow for the contest. I photographed two outfits, one with cobalt skinnies and one with a tangerine striped dress. The dress made the cut!
On Naya Shoes Facebook page there is a link to the “Style it with Naya” contest where you can “like Naya Shoes on Facebook and vote for your favorite blogger in Naya’s “Eternal” wedges! Ah-hem, please vote for me! (Not that I am begging, OK maybe I am!)
If I win this contest, we will be able to giveaway a pair of Naya Shoes! In addition to the shot at winning the chance to hold a giveaway, every person who votes in the contest is automatically entered to win a pair of Naya Shoes! Fabulous!
Please visit Facebook.com/NayaShoes and vote for “Cathy OBrien-Bay Area Fashionista! (Or your favorite look-please be me!)
Thank you so much for your support!
From Naya Shoes:
Spring is all about COLOR! Naya shoes’ Spring 2012 Collection is all about choosing bright hues this season and launched the “Style it With Naya” Facebook contest to give you some color inspiration! Naya asked 5 of their favorite fashion and style bloggers to style a bold look using the 5 hues of the Eternal wedge! Check out Naya’s Facebook page to vote for me [or: your favorite look] for a chance to win a free pair of Naya shoes! Just by voting, you’ll be entered to win! They’ll pick 5 random fans on April 10. Good luck!
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We received a pair of Naya Shoes “Eternal” wedges in yellow in order to participate in this contest. We were already fans of Naya Shoes and have purchased their products in the past. To learn more, please visit our disclaimer. 

Metallic touches for the spring season

 in General Fashion / Trends  tagged metallics / spring 2012 / summer 2012 by

Metallic touches are being found everywhere for the spring 2012 season. Shimmering fabrics are being found on dresses, skirts, pants, denim and tops; showing the world that sparkle is for more than just evening occasions. Metallics have been an important trend over the past few seasons, but for spring 2012 they have taken store shelves, and streets, by storm. 

Metallic fabrics, sequins, crystal encrusted jewelry, glitter pumps, metallic touches on shoes, metallic leathers and more are being spotted everywhere. They key to wearing this trend is to pick one apparel piece either made from metallic fabric or adorned with a shimmering embellishment or embroidery which shines. Metallic touches for spring are exactly that; touches. Leave the head to toe metallics for formal affairs and clubs 
One of the great things about the metallic trend is that is has already been spotted on the fall runways. The most prominent metallic touch on the fall runway was gold embroidery; especially yellow gold paired with black. This is definitely one trend to watch and invest in for 2012. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 
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Chunky necklaces spring into fall

 in General Fashion / Jewelry / Trends  tagged necklaces / spring 2012 / summer 2012 by
One of the hottest spring 2012 trends from the runway is the chunky necklace. This fabulous jewelry trend was also spotted on the fall 2012 runways last month, showing the fashion world that the chunky necklace trend is showing no sign of slowing down when the seasons change later this year.
Chunky necklaces for spring 2012 are being shown in bright colors as well as traditional metals. There are chunky necklaces in every category from resin beads to tumbled semi-precious stones to highly polished gemstones.  When it comes to stones and metal; anything goes for the spring 2012 season. 
The fall 2012 runways boasted the same materials from spring when it came to chunky necklaces. The overall color palette was slightly darker as designers opted for blue, orange, brown and especially black when it came to bold jewelry. 
Chunky necklaces are a great way to add color to any ensemble as well as the perfect way to spice up a tank top or tee-shirt on a hot summer’s day. Love that! 
Since the chunky jewelry trend is staying put for fall 2012, we think this is one trend worth investing in for the spring 2012 season. We scoured the web and assembled a few fabulous styles which can easily spring into fall; and we assembled them into the Polyvore set below. Hope you love it!
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