Unique dress

This is a BCBG dress from their runway collection about 2 years ago. I love the uniqueness of the cut. It looks different from every angle because of the diagonal panels. BCBG always has unique looks. Some of them, I hate. But, when they get it right- it's really right. I'm enjoying their current collection this season as well.

Dress: BCBG, runway collection from 2 years ago
Shoes: Coach (a few years ago)

Bows!

I love a feminine, classy outfit. I found this bow blouse at JCrew. I couldn't resist pairing it with bow pearl earrings and a Kate Spade handbag (with a bow). Since the blouse is full, I matched it with this red pencil skirt from Ann Taylor. It is Christmas time after all. Merry Christmas everyone!

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Blouse: JCrew Bow neck top in bow print
Skirt: Ann Taylor, purchased a year ago
Earrings: Kate Spade, here's a similar pair
Handbag: Kate Spade, purchased a few years ago
Bracelet: Ann Taylor, purchased a few years ago
Shoes: Christian Louboutin Simple Pump

Mistletoe and holiday parties

I love this time of year- with all the holiday spirit, Christmas parties, delicious food, beautiful music, and great reasons to dress up. I got this tulle skirt from Anthropologie and wore it to a Christmas party this weekend. They had a photo booth at the party, so we took some great shots. :) Merry Christmas everyone!

So many parties......so little time.......

Skirt: Anthropologie Karinska Tulle Skirt in Ivory
Top: Asos Blouse with diagonal pleats, shown in this post
Shoes: Kate Spade Krysta
Belt: Tarnish skinny sparkle bow belt
Earrings: Kate Spade skinny mini bow drop earrings

Floral Dress

I know it's not very wintery, but I love this floral dress from JCrew. It's actually a blouse and skirt (in the same pattern- hothouse floral). It's a light chiffon print and so beautiful. Hey, I live in sunny California, so I get to wear these kinds of things in the winter :)

Dress: JCrew Collection Skirt in Hothouse Floral. I also bought the blouse in the same pattern.
Shoes: Christian Louboutin Simple Pump 100 (These shoes were one of my birthday presents to myself :)

Kimono style dress

It seems rare that I find a dress I can wear without any modifications. This is a great one from Anthropologie. It has a bit of a kimono flare- which I love. It's a relaxed fit, but with a great belt to accentuate the waist. And, the peacock feathers in the print are fantastic. Love it.

Dress: Anthropologie Plumes Kimono Midi Dress
Shoes: Coach, purchased a few years ago
Necklace: Ann Taylor, purchased a few years ago

Christmas Creche Exhibit

I love the holiday season. Every year, my church puts on this Christmas Creche Exhibit. They display nativities from all over the world. There are musical performances throughout the day and they try to make it kid-friendly (with puppet shows, etc.). I'm playing in a bell choir this year, which will be an adventure. :) If you're in the bay area the first weekend of December, come check it out.

Go to this website for more details.

Who wants to see beautiful shoes?

Happy Thanksgiving! I bought these shoes as part of my birthday shopping spree in October. I planned this entire outfit around these shoes because I think they're just adorable! They're from Kate Spade, of course :)

Shoes: Kate Spade Krysta
Skirt: Kate Spade Jill Skirt in Yarrow, also shown here
Shirt: Asos blouse with diagonal pleats, also shown here
Sweater: Boden Sweater, purchased a few years ago

Birthday Shoes

Here's another beautiful pair of shoes that I bought as a birthday present for myself. Who knew that cobalt blue, turquoise, and chartreuse would look so great together. I wore these to church with the skirt in this post, a white blouse, and a turquoise sweater.

Shoes: Kate Spade Krysta Pumps

Birthday shopping

My birthday was 2 weeks ago and I celebrated with some shopping in San Francisco.  I turned 38 this year, which seems crazy.  I feel so young, so it's strange to associate myself with being mid to late 30's.  So, I decided to treat myself with some retail therapy and bought a gorgeous pair of Christian Louboutin shoes and great dress from JCrew.  Happy birthday to me!

First, the shoes......

Shoes: Christian Louboutin Simple Pump 100

The dress....

Dress: Jcrew Skirt and Blouse in Hothouse Floral

I'm back!

Sorry all for my absence the past few weeks- I went on vacation and then took a break for my birthday. Now I'm back and have lots to share. I'll start with this last summer look- I wore this on my Hawaiian vacation and it was comfortable and easy to pack. I love these shoes- they are so patriotic!

T-shirt: Ann Taylor (had for a few years)
Capri Pant: Ann Taylor Loft (had for a few years)
Shoes: Sperry Top-Sider Women's Authentic 2-eye Boat Shoe
Handbag: Kate Spade, purchased during sample sale