summer 2023


Affordable summer dress and a Mulberry bag

san jose street style
affordable summer dress
mulberry amberley handbag

wearing: sunglasses / statement earrings / blue dress (under $50, avl in several colors) / silver bracelet / summer nail polish / black handbag / ankle bracelet / espadrilles /

Well, June Gloom is over! As soon as July hit, temperatures started soaring to heat wave levels. We never really got any in-between weather. Ah!! Thankfully, I have this comfy summer dress I purchased last year, which is classic, machine washable, and perfect for a warm summer day. Love that!

This classic tee-shirt dress has a ruched waist on the right-side of the dress. The fabric is cool and keeps its’ shape after washing. I cannot believe how inexpensive this dress was, and I am on my second summer wearing it! What a great investment! I might pick it up in another color. I currently own it in blue, and black/white stripe. I might add a shade of green or brown to my wardrobe. Love it!

I met up with my friend Dawn from Fashion Should Be Fun for lunch at The Yard House located at Santana Row. Before we headed over to the restaurant, we had to snap a few photos in front of the newest wall at Santana Row. Isn’t the neon sign fun? It created the perfect lighting for taking photos. Santana Row knew what they were doing when they installed this wall! Next time you visit, be sure to snap a few pictures in front of it, it is super fun!

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Isn’t it fun to find a great, affordable piece you can wear over and over again? Love!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

yard house san jose santana row

BAF Weekly IT List

summer street style

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: blue tee (avl in more colors) / large hoop earrings (under $100) / silver bracelet / Chanel nail polish green, blue / black shoulder bag / green shoulder bag / black belt / candle / espadrilles / basket tote /

The summer is going strong! Everyone is all about beautiful, high-quality handbags and summer essentials such as espadrilles, tees, and outdoor living.

This Citronella candle is both chic and practical. I love that it repels bugs while I am enjoying a meal outside. It also has a sweet scent which makes it a citrus floral. Love that!

These espadrilles are super comfy and have a little bit of a wedge heel. If you have Planter Fasciitis like me, I wear an arch support band with them and I can walk pain-free. Love that! If you have haven’t read it yet, check out my post about relieving Planter Fasciitis pain.

If you are not a Nordstrom cardholder, you might not be aware that the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is starting next week. You may also hear this sale referred to by its nickname online, which is the NSALE. I will post about it early next week detailing my favorites from the sale. It is a great time to stock up on basics. Save shopping the fall trends for when fall actually hits the stores, this sale is all about workout clothing, pajamas, basics, and essentials. I usually fall for a sweater or two too. haha

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Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for sale information next week!

XOXO
Cathy


BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: soft tee (avl in several colors, under $50) / Chanel nail polish blue, green / golden hoops (under $100) / silver bracelet / silver star necklace (under $100) / black handbag / green woven handbag / black belt / light turquoise tote / espadrilles / straw tote /

Is everyone in a beach mood? I know I am! Shades of blue and green are hot right now, as well as this straw tote and these comfy espadrilles which evoke a seaside vibe. Love that!

This summer is also all about investment dressing and building a timeless wardrobe with pieces which transcend fleeting trends. I am loving luxurious materials and impeccable craftsmanship. If you missed it earlier this week, I reviewed my new Mulberry Amberley and have fallen in love with the Mulberry brand. They offer timeless styles, exceptionable materials and craftsmanship while being eco-conscious. Love that! Check out my review here.

If you have some time off next week consider shopping your closet and finding items to either donate, sell, or move to the front of your closet. After you organize what you have, make a shopping list for fall. The Nordstrom sale is coming up in July and you’ll be able to snap up a handful of items for your wardrobe at a discount. Love discounts! I am researching what is on sale as we speak, so stay tuned for my curated Nordstrom Anniversary Sale shopping list!

As you shop your closet, take a peek at the fall color trends here to help you decide what to store or move to the front of your closet. Also remember to continue storing logo-wear. They will eventually be trendy again, just be patient if you are a logo-fan.

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Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy