Blair in Kate Spade (LOVE)

I met Blair while on my recent business trip to Charlotte, NC. It turns out that she and I went to neighboring high schools in Chesapeake, VA, and we graduated the same year. Small, small world.

I had to put her on the blog...she looks SO CUTE, and are you ready for this?!?!? She just had a baby less than 6 months ago. She's going to be my inspiration post baby! I love how she paired the chunky necklace with her girly ruffled Kate Spade dress. Adorable.

 

 

Just a Girl From San Francisco: Patty

You know how you always have that one friend who always manages to wear a cooler outfit than you? Well that friend for me is Patty. But I love her anyway. For more Patty photos, check out my last post with her.

Here's the Givenchy necklace she's wearing--it's covered by her hair, but I wanted you to see it!



Just a Girl from Portland: Kaitlyn

You'll probably notice that everyone I post on my blog always looks effortlessly put together. I think I'm just drawn to that "Oh I just threw something together" look, something that probably came together organically but ends up looking well thought out. Kaitlyn's outfit is no exception. This will be a great look to transition you into spring. I like her simple black shoes here, but you could add a pop of color in your shoes too, depending on your mood. Enjoy!

 

On the Street: Marissa (Fabulous!)

What I love about Marissa's outfit is how casual it looks despite how cute it is! This would be an easy look to recreate. You could even through a long-sleeved button down blouse underneath the sweater to give it one more layer of interest.

Enjoy, and have a fabulous weekend!







On Marissa:
Sweater: Forever 21
Scarf: From Ross
Skirt: Thrifted
Shoes: From Urban Outfitters

Here are a couple of similar pairs of shoes:

Nine West Grates

Seychelles Hawk Bootie

On the Street: Vanessa & the Art of Layering

Oy vey! I first need to apologize for my ridiculously long absence. I have no excuse, save that I have been coming home from work exhausted and have been terribly unmotivated. Bad, bad blogger! 

That said, I'd like to introduce Vanessa. You'll probably see more of her here in the future (assuming she's willing!). I've seen her from time to time on the way to work (we take the same bus) and finally decided to ask her to be on my blog. She always looks adorable! I totally covet the jacket she's always wearing (see below). I particularly like her look here because she's got the quintessential San Francisco winter layers on. 

I hope you are all enjoying this wonderful holiday season! 

Katie & the Fortuitous Boot Encounter

I was in line for the loo at LAX behind Katie, who was dressed so fabulously that I had to ask her if she'd model for the blog (after we left the bathrooms, of course!). She was wearing her brand new Madewell booties (see below), so we inevitably starting talking about the newly opened Madewell store in San Francisco. I was telling her about the Madewell boots I had recently seen and desperately wanted, and lo and behold, Katie informs me that there's a 30% off all boots at Madewell that weekend. As soon as I got home from the airport, I was on the computer frantically trying to purchase those boots before the 12pm EST deadline (despite that fact that I missed the "deadline," I was still able to purchase at the discounted price!). My lovely boots are on back order, so I have to wait until Oct. to get them. Rest assured they'll make a blog debut faster than you can say "Madewell Boot Sale!" 

Here's Katie, looking beautiful in an LA-based brand and a little Austin vintage. 

On Katie: 

Booties: Madwell * Top: Creatures of Comfort * Pants: vintage from Austin * Belt: Vintage (her mother's)

On the Street: Molly in Dr Martens

Just on the heels of my reading an article about the comeback of Docs, I run into Molly down on Haight Street, wearing a vintage midi skirt and Dr Martens. I adore everything about her look--her hair, outfit, shoes, tats. 


Time to tap into your inner punk! 

 

A couple of looks to get you started...

Aryn K Scarlett Halter

Danielle

 

 

Mink Pink Tribal Dress

White Docs

On the Street: Raina

Simple. Adorable. A perfect work outfit for San Francisco summer (aka winter). Enjoy!

TOMS Eyewear

You all know my love affair with TOMS, so I wanted to dedicate a post to their newest philanthropic venture: eyewear! Here's how it works: you buy a pair of their (very cool) sunglasses, and they'll provide someone in need with one (or more) of the following:

1. Medical Treatment
2. Prescription Glasses
3. Sight-saving Surgery

They're starting off in Cambodia, Nepal, and Tibet, with ambition to expand soon.


They have some really cute styles, and they even have a "Virtual Try On" on their website. You can upload your photo and "try on" different pairs. They have aviators, tortoise shell, and my personal favorite, matte frames! 

Matte Olive / Orange

Gold/Dusty Rose Aviators

And now, in going with the TOMS theme, check out Wendy, whom I stopped on the street a few days ago because she looked so effortlessly chic in her TOMS wedges.

Does anyone own TOMS glasses yet? I'd love to see a picture if you do!