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All white with a touch of black for summer 2014

 in General Fashion  tagged asos / chanel / gap / john hardy / outfits / summer 2014 / valentino / white by

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Pictured: Earrings: John Hardy / Necklace: local artist-St Chris Boutique (also love SAVE or SPLURGE) / Lipstick: c/o Laura Mercier “Temptation” / Blouse: Gap / Tank Top: Mossimo / Skirt: ASOS / Handbag: Chanel (also love SAVE or SPLURGE) / Nail Polish: Chanel Tutti Frutti / Rings: John Hardy /  Shoes: Valentino

One of the big trends I noticed on the New York runways last September was the all-white trend. So many designers favored pairing white with white and then adding either neutral or brightly colored accessories. As a Mother of three, the thought of wearing all white is a bit daunting; but I loved how the all-white ensembles looked as they graced the runways, so I thought I would give it a whirl!

I love white shirts for the summer, so this blouse from Gap seemed perfect for creating an all-white look; and wearing on casual days with jeans! I also love midi skirts right now, so of course I chose this inexpensive white skirt from ASOS. (one of my favorite online destinations with affordable and on-trend clothing!)

I wore this outfit for half a day and managed to keep it pristine! I have decided that is a win 🙂 I will definitely be wearing my all-white ensemble again this season, maybe next time with a bright color instead of black.

Have you tried the all-white trend this year? If so, did you use neutral or colorful accessories?

Jill Milan fall 2014 collection

 in Bay Area Fashion / Eco Chic / General Fashion / Handbags / Local Designers  tagged casual fashion / casual style / drawstring bag / fall 2014 / jill milan / metallics / san francisco designers / vegan style by

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Pictured: c/o Jill Milan SoMa Punching Bag in Anthracite

Jill Milan has started to release handbags from their fall 2014 collection; and they are nothing short of fabulous! Metallic handbags and shoes, as well as drawstring bags, are hot for fall 2014. Jill Milan has combined these trends from the runways into beautiful drawstring handbags in metallic hues. Love them!

Drawstring handbags and metallic hues are classic in their own right. In addition to being timeless, metallic hues and drawstring bucket bags are highly sought after for the fall 2014 season; as well as right now! They are the perfect handbag for everyday use, and in a metallic hue, drawstring bags look glam, polished and very of-the-moment. Love that!

Jill Milan handbags are beautiful, luxurious handbags which are handmade by the world’s top artisans in Italy. Every detail from the stitching to the hardware to the proportion is beyond perfection. Executives from Jill Milan test the quality of their handbags before selling them by using them in everyday life; ensuring they are of the highest quality possible. This makes Jill Milan’s handbags heirloom quality.

Another note about Jill Milan, all of their handbags are 100% vegan! They are made from the highest quality vegan materials by the finest artisans in the business. This is why Jill Milan handbags are so special. 

Jill Milan’s fall 2014 drawstring handbag collection is available now; meaning you can rock the hottest tend for fall 2014 before summer gets rolling! Now that’s being ahead of the trends 😉 Jill Milan handbags can be found online at JillMilan.com.

Here is a peek at a few of the fall 2014 pieces:

B1402GM99 Tiburon Tote gold metallic FRONT B1403ATH99 SoMa Punching Bag anthracite FRONT B1403GAN99 SoMa Punching Bag gold and anthracite FRONT B1403GAQ99 SoMa Punching Bag gold and antique FRONT B1403PTR99 SoMa Punching Bag pewter FRONT

Chunky heeled sandals for summer 2014

 in General Fashion / Shoes / Trends  tagged sandals / street style trends / summer 2014 by

Summer 2014 is almost here, and that means we all need at least one pair of fabulous, thick heeled sandals for the hot weather season! Skinny heels can move aside this summer; chunky heels are all the rage for casual looks this season! Chunky heeled sandals float in and out of fashion, so if you have a pair from a past season hiding in storage, bring them out this summer! If not, here are a few things to look for when seeking out your perfect pair of thick, stacked heeled sandals this summer.

1) Look for a thick design. What does that mean? Look for chunky heels which offer a large piece of fabric holding your foot to the sole of the shoe. One thin strap at the ankle and one thin strap at the toes will look proportional to the chunky heel under your foot. Look for proportion and balance when shopping for a stacked heel. Think, “almost bootie” when looking for a chunky heeled sandal.

2) Don’t go too high. Chunky heels are heavier by nature, this can add a dimension to walking many Fashionistas are not used too. If the heel is 5″ tall, it might be too high and too heavy to walk in. Look for a 4″ heel or lower. In fact, 2″ heels are the current “IT” heel height when it comes to a chunky or stacked heel. Love that!

3) Look for a neutral. Since this is a new trend, you may not have a full, chunky heeled wardrobe in your closet. Rather than blowing your last paycheck on ten pairs of thick heeled sandals in every color of the rainbow, look for neutral hues which can carry you into fall. This heel is staying around, so if you start with neutrals this season, next season you can add a trendy color to your shoe closet! For now, stick with shades of tan, beige, grey or black.

4) This chunky heel is a great alternative to the bootie. Wear them with midi skirt, maxi skirts, jeans and shorts! You will love the stable base you have for standing and walking, plus they add a little “funk ” to your overall look. Love that!

To see how I have styled my favorite pair of SixtySeven chunky heeled sandals, click here, here and here.

I found a fwe fabulous pairs of chunky heeled sandals around the web. They are perfect to wear now and into the warm autumn months we enjoy here on the West Coast. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉