summer 2013

Laura Mercier Bare Rose nail polish for summer 2013 review

June 6, 2013 in Beauty / Nail Polish tagged laura mercier / pink / reviews / summer 2013 by Bay Area Fashionista

One of the biggest trends in nail polish for the summer 2013 season, and moving into the fall 2013 season, is the nude nail. Laura Mercier’s new summer 2013 nail polish hue, “Bare Rose,” fits perfectly into the nude nail trend this season while offering a splash of sweet color.

The nude nail look this season is a bare hue with a slight splash of color. Instead of traditional beige, summer 2013 is bringing us nude nail polish hues which offer pink or coffee colors infused into the polish. “Bare Rose” by Laura Mercier is the perfect pinkish-nude hue for the summer of 2013 as it offers the on-trend color as well as high quality saturation.

I tested out Laura Mercier’s “Bare Rose” nail polish with one base coat and two coats of color. The polish went on smooth without streaking; a huge feat when it comes to pale polishes! As with all of Laura Mercier’s nail polishes, “Bare Rose” is long-lasting and does not chip easily. The polish lasted a full week without chipping. Love that!

“Bare Rose” by Laura Mercier is a sophisticated nude pink which acts as the perfect background for summer 2013’s bright color palette and colorful prints. Laura Mercier’s “Bare Rose” nail polish for summer 2013 is also easy to wear with both daytime and evening attire.

Laura Mercier “Bare Rose” nail polish is limited edition and priced at $18. “Bare Rose” by Laura Mercier can be found online here.

Photo: “Bare Rose” c/o Laura Mercier photographed in the shade.

Photo: “Bare Rose” c/o Laura Mercier photographed in direct sunlight.

Photos: Cathy/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Santana Row spring fashion show: wearing Calypso St. Barth

June 4, 2013 in Bay Area Fashion / Events tagged calypso st barth / outfits / santana row / summer 2013 by Bay Area Fashionista

The Santana Row fashion show took place on June 1, 2013 and I was honored to wear a gifted outfit from the Row’s newest, chicest retailer, Calypso St. Barth. This amazing shop features clothing and accessories which take their inspiration from the island paradise. Coincidentally, we have such warm weather here in the San Francisco Bay Area, the clothing and accessories from Calypso St. Barth work perfectly with our climate and “California Casual” style. They even feature lightweight cashmere cardigans which are chic and perfect for when the fog rolls in! I have my eye on this one.

The clothing is made from lightweight, high quality and breathable materials including silk, linen and cotton. There are also items from local designers and products with a charitable cause.

I have already washed the skirt and top and they held up well. Both pieces look brand new; as if they had never been washed! Love that! As someone who values high quality fabrics and construction, I am thrilled to have Calypso St. Barth so close to my house. I have also purchased a few pieces from the store and cannot wait to wear them! If you are local to the San Francisco Bay Area, there is a Calypso St. Bath store at Larkspur Landing, Stanford Shopping Center and of course, Santana Row! If you are not local, please visit CalypsoStBarth.com and you can either shop online or find a store in your area. You will love their boutique!

Outfit details:

Top: c/o Calypso St. Barth. (currently on sale + 50%!!!)
Skirt: c/o Calypso St. Barth in “coal”
Shoes: Valentino. Color not available, similar here.
Bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver (use code INSIDERS for 15% off)
Rings: John Hardy and Tiffany.
Necklace: Ippolita Mint green not online, similar here.
Earrings: Ippolita. Mint green not online, similar here.
Nail Polish: Chanel Bel-Argus
Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Gentle Monica”

What you cannot see:

Fragrance: Bond No. 9 “Chinatown”
Handbag: Chanel Grand ShoppingTote “GST” black with silver hardware. Past season. Similar here.

Santana Row spring fashion show 2013

June 3, 2013 in Bay Area Fashion / Events / General Fashion / Men's Fashion / Shopping tagged runway / santana row / summer 2013 by Bay Area Fashionista

Santana Row held their annual spring fashion show on June 1, 2013 and the show was amazing! The runway wrapped around the residential swimming pool with a pass through over the middle of the pool. Models walked around the pool, over the pool and one was even pushed in the pool! Due to the 90+ degree weather, I am quite certain he was happy about being pushed overboard Of course, the models who pushed him in the pool, wearing Oakley, helped him dry off when he climbed out.

The annual fashion show featured looks from many retailers on the Row. In addition to the runway, the 2013 show offered a pre-party packed with wine, champagne, delicious appetizers and mini-spa treatments. After the event, ticket holders were treated to generous discounts at participating retailers at Santana Row as well as additional appetizers and wine tasting.

The highlight of the runway show was when San Francisco 49ers legend Vernon Davis walked the runway and was dancing with the models over the pool. The crowd went wild! The sold-out show must have been music to his ears since ticket sales benefitted his charity, the Vernon Davis Foundation. No wonder he was dancing!

Here are a few of my favorite looks from the runway. If you would like to see the complete slideshow, please visit our Facebook page. To learn more about Santana Row, please visit SantanaRow.com.

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