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Shining for me, Majestically

There’s a saying I saw somewhere that somewhat goes “When a woman says she can’t decide what to wear, she really means she can’t decide who to be that day.” Well, this past weekend, I decided to be everything. I wore this while running errands with my husband and son, and I completely felt like this was a combination of dressy, yet casual and edgy. Wearing flats with a plain white t-shirt and long skirt felt comfortable, so I put on a classic black cardigan with shiny silver accessories to bring a dressier edge.

Outfit: Cotton On cardigan; Bitten t-shirt (old); unknown brand skirt from Shimmer; Tieks California Navy ballet flats; Rebecca Minkoff Jody “C” leather pouch; Suki Bijoux rings; London Tube Metro cuff c/o Designhype; Blue Triangle necklace and earrings c/o Majestical Jewelry; Timex Originals Classic Round watch c/o Timex; Eva glasses in Sepia Kiss c/o BonLook

Post title is a lyric from the song “The Darkest Star” by Depeche Mode.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. (Majestical Jewelry)

(I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.)

Weekend in Pictures: Bellus Academy Presents Come2gether

Last Saturday, I was invited to attend an exciting and inspirational charity event presented by Bellus Academy (where I met up with quite a few San Diego Style Bloggers). Come2gether was held at the Moniker Warehouse in Downtown San Diego and benefitted Beauty Changes Lives, “a non-profit initiative designed to raise awareness of how careers in the hair, beauty and wellness industry transform lives both personally and professionally.” It started off with the media portion, where bloggers, photographers and journalists could interview, photograph and visit with the artists who would be presenting that evening. Bellus Academy president, Lynelle Lynch, and Cosmetology Educator, Manny SanMartin, chatted with us briefly about their career paths and the importance of the Beauty Changes Lives Foundation. The keynote speaker was Stacey Broughton, a former Senior Art Director for the Vidal Sassoon Academy. Special guests that night included Mike Varela, Nina Kovner, D.J. Muldoon, Douglas McCoy, Nicole Brown, Omar Antonio, Carrera Bailey and Diego Raviglione. The main portion of this fun event included dynamic visual styling presentations set to music. Thank you Christina of Alternative Strategies for inviting me to this fantastic event!

Early in the evening for the media portion, just before the main event.

Lynelle Lynch and Manny SanMartin took time to chat with us about the importance of the Beauty Changes Lives Foundation.

The Moniker Warehouse beginning to fill up for the main event.

Lynelle Lynch sharing the message of Beauty Changes Lives to a captive audience.

Artistry in action!

Artistic Director and Wella Top Stylist, Diego Raviglione, working his magic (in a Joy Division shirt!)

SD Style Bloggers: Bianca V. of The In-Between Girls; Ashley of Array of Style; Heidi of A Fashion Statement; Lindsay of Elle Web Style

Lindsay, Ashley, Heidi and I, with Bellus Academy’s Terrell Mitchell, who won Project Runway’s Photo Challenge (he gave tips for winter hair care here). And YES, I finally got my Bodhi Safety Pin clutch in Electric Purple (original “Wanted” post here).

With Heidi, Bianca of Just Ask B, Amber of King & Kind, Ashley and Bianca V. (photo courtesy of Bianca V.).

Simply Red

These pictures were taken last November in Las Vegas outside of the famous Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, at the Fremont Street Experience. Believe it or not, although my husband was born and raised in Las Vegas, this was the first time he had ever been to the Fremont Street Experience (more pictures to come). We were able to snap some pictures of my comfy yet pulled together outfit, amidst all of the craziness of the evening. I’ve always wanted a simple red coat, and I was so excited to have the opportunity to own this one, courtesy of J.Jill from their grand opening at Fashion Valley (post here).

I think seeing Spider-Man (in the mirror above) inspired my boys to strike some hero poses.

Photo bombing is always going to be a hazard when taking pictures in a busy area.

Outfit: Cross-Town coat in Perfect Red (c/o), Double-Faced plaid shirt & necklace from J.Jill; H&M mini-skirt; Target tights; Hue knee-high socks; Unknown brand ring from Nordstrom; Rampage boots (old); Wilson’s Leather Flap-over Backpack; BonLook Cavalier glasses in burgundy

A Sea of Chanel: Designer Vault’s Vintage Designer Trunk Show

Picture #2 on the right was a display made of real shoes that was later auctioned during the public sale.

A couple of Saturdays ago, I was invited to attend a VIP viewing of Designer Vault’s Vintage Designer Trunk Show, prior to opening to the public (Designer Vault is a luxury consignment e-boutique). The event took place at The Headquarters at Seaport District (right next to Seaport Village on the waterfront in Downtown San Diego), in a creative meeting space called preFAB. I have never been surrounded by so much Chanel in my entire life, except for maybe visiting the Chanel store at the Wynn hotel in Las Vegas. Celebrity stylists Daniel Musto and local stylist Dean Hall (of Hall & Saks) were on hand to help create the perfect look for patrons, and a percentage of the sales went towards Promises2Kids. I had a great time window shopping all of the beautiful designer treasures, as well as hanging out with stylists, fashionistas and fellow San Diego Style Bloggers. One of the highlights of the day was finally meeting Cindy Matalucci of The Pulse, her “interview style” marketing company. Thank you to Andrea Landis with Designer Vault for the invite! There are quite a few pictures to get through, but it is SO worth it because Chanel is so lovely to behold. Enjoy!

Designer Vault Owner Christina Samoylov, with celebrity stylist, Daniel Musto.

Although there were many other designers to choose from to fit your haute couture needs, my senses were working overtime because of all of the Chanel. The following pictures are of my favorite pieces.

The purses above are all mini, and completely adorable.

This patterned houndstooth Chanel in tweed was so incredibly stunning up close.

I could not stop coming back to this beautiful vintage tote in navy blue caviar leather. Someday!

Another lovely, but this time in navy patent leather with silver hardware…

I had to carry it because it was just too beautiful (and it matched my outfit)!

Maria of Savvynista looking absolutely fabulous in a gorgeous Chanel coat.

With the lovely Cindy of The Pulse. I was so excited to finally meet her!

Maria, Cindy, Daniel with Vanessa of Vanessa Balli.

With local stylist Dean Hall of Hall & Saks. So awesome to meet him as well!

With Abigail of The Fabulous Life of a Natural Disaster. Between myself, Abigail and Cindy, it truly was a furry vest kind of day!

This Chanel burlap briefcase goes wonderfully with Abigail’s outfit!

With Heidi of A Fashion Statement.

My poor boys! We planned to spend the day together after the trunk show, and I ended up staying the entire length of the VIP showing. They were troopers waiting for me to finish up, and we finally headed out for lunch and some fun at Seaport Village next door. I love them!

My outfit details: Aqua vest (Bloomingdale’s, but similar here); The Limited Perfect Tee (currently only $10!); Buffalo Jeans from JC Penney; unknown brand suede over the knee boots (from eBay, only $40!); Topshop purse; Suki Bijoux necklace; London Underground cuff c/o Designhype; Eva glasses in Sepia Kiss c/o BonLook

Shall We Shop at Madewell? Bien Sûr!

Last Thursday, a few San Diego Style Bloggers were invited to preview Madewell’s new collection at their University Town Center location in La Jolla. In addition to shopping, we were treated to sweet treats and drinks while we put together holiday looks. I arrived right at 6pm, which allowed me to take a few pictures before meeting up with some of my fellow #SDStyleBloggers. I shopped just a little, grabbing some good deals on a little bit of bling. After the holiday, I’ll be sure to indulge a bit more, and that Bien Sûr sweater is at the top of my list. Thanks to Joseph and Lauren at Madewell UTC for a wonderful night!

Adorable gift ideas on their “Gift Well” table!

My favorite sweater (Bien Sûr is French for “of course!”)

With Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic, Lisa of Mona Lisa Marie and Laura of Laura Neuzeth (Vanessa of Fashion Mixtape and Tuyaymya of White Tee Black Dress arrived after I left). I’m wearing the Skinny Skinny pants in Stitchdot by Madewell (still available on sale!).

A close up of my Madewell pants, and my little bag filled with the new goodies I bought. Contents below!

Love my dainty new bling: matching necklace and bracelet, the Glider Ring (sold out online), and the Mini-bow ring.

The Ideal Blogging Community: San Diego Style Bloggers

I can’t say enough about what a wonderful community we have in the San Diego Style Bloggers. Not only do we see each other at events, but we stay connected with each other through social media and even in our personal lives. Because of these new friendships, we’ve now started to attend events to support our fellow local fashion and style bloggers, as I did right after my day at Flower Hill Promenade. I took my sister to Shimmer at Plaza Bonita Mall to get her Christmas present, specifically in support of the Mingle & Jingle Holiday Shopping Event hosted by Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez and Tuyaymya of White Tee Black Dress. Also in show of support was Laura of Laura Neuzeth. If you are a San Diego style/fashion/lifestyle blogger, or know someone who is, please be sure to join the San Diego Style Bloggers network/community!

Alessandra and Tuyaymya showing their holiday looks. Black and sparkly? Yes!

Tuyaymya, Laura and Alessandra

With Laura and Tuyaymya (photo taken by Alessandra)

(Black) Friday, I’m in Love

I have been waiting to wear this lovely sweater coat I purchased on Etsy earlier this year, and Black Friday was the perfect day to wear it since the weather was sunny but very brisk. These pictures were taken right after our excursion, and my sole acquisition of the day was that beautiful leather and suede purse from Topshop. Being married to someone born and raised in Las Vegas allows me to see so many things outside of The Strip. This is Charlie Frias Park (located on Tropicana Avenue and Decatur Boulevard), which is en route to The Strip, as is seen in the background of the pictures below. Although we did visit The Strip to go Black Friday shopping at Fashion Show Mall, and to visit my cousin for her husband’s birthday, we primarily stay away from The Strip. Las Vegas is quite lovely as a city, and I want my pictures on our frequent trips there to showcase what else Sin City has to offer. My next outfit post and photos of Las Vegas will feature places even my husband never experienced, and it was fun for the entire family!

Outfit: Sparrow sweater coat (purchased on Etsy from Fuzzybellas as “vintage from the 80’s”); Red Engine jeans; Lucky Brand shirt; unknown brand ring from Nordstrom; Suki Bijoux necklace; Michael Antonio “Adan” wedges (full shoe seen here); Topshop leather and suede plated tote (was £85/$140, but I paid only $56 on Black Friday!); Eva glasses in Sepia Kiss c/o BonLook

Weekend in Pictures: SD Style Bloggers Glam Meet up at emma jane

This past Friday, I attended a lovely little event at emma jane in La Jolla. It was a Glam Meet Up with all of my favorite San Diego Style Bloggers, and some new bloggers as well! Here are just a few pictures of the evening, and check the official San Diego Style Bloggers site and contributors more for posts and pictures. Thanks to Stephanie and Holly of Vertical PR, Jenn & Jess of emma jane, and San Diego Style Bloggers contributors for an evening of fashionable fun. Hope you had a great weekend!

Carrie Bradshaw: Fashionably wise.

SD Style Bloggers Contributors: Tuyaymya of White Tee Black Dress, Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic, and Lisa of Mona Lisa Marie.

Vloggers extraordinaire: Laura of Laura Neuzeth, Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez, and Monserrat of MonserratHermosillo

A selfie with Laura. As you can tell, we love glasses! She’s wearing Warby Parker and I’m wearing Eva by Bonlook in Sepia Kiss (c/o).

IMG_0213 (2) (1280x1280) A chic SD Style Bloggers group shot. Such beautiful ladies!

Topshop x Nordstrom Launches at Fashion Valley

Last Saturday, I attended the launch of Topshop x Nordstrom at the Fashion Valley Mall. As you can imagine, I was beyond excited when I learned that this fantastic collaboration would be right in my hometown because I have been a longtime fan of Topshop. I’ve been to two locations in London, the one in New York and the one in Las Vegas, and I plan to go to the Los Angeles location on my next trip there. The event was hosted by the uber-stylish Jennifer Grace of the blog, The Native Fox. San Diego Style Bloggers were also in attendance: Eva of It’s A Fashion Fairy Tale, designer Lucia Mouet of Around Lucia, and stylist Maria of Savvynista. I snapped quite a few pictures, and I even bought a new skirt…to start! My best friend Janice couldn’t attend the event with me, but we vowed to shop there together to relive our days in London. If you can’t make it out to one of the larger stores, make sure you head out to Topshop x Nordstrom at Fashion Valley. Cheers!

I love that faux leather skirt (left) and the little polka dot top (right).

These mannequins were styled by Jennifer Grace of The Native Fox.

With Maria of Savvynista. Loved her look!

TOPMAN is on the first floor of Nordstrom. Definitely bringing my hubby next time.

Fashion Week San Diego: The Trunk Show

Here is the final post of my Fashion Week San Diego experience, the trunk show. I really had a great time because it was a very relaxed vibe, and we got to meet many of the designers. They announced the winning designers of #FWSD, and we got to partake in the celebration with several champagne toasts. I also met up with a few of my blogger buddies at the show, and not only left with goodies courtesy of the #FWSD VIP gift bag, but I also made a purchase from Dexter Simmons, who will appear in the reality show Styled to Rock later this week. I took pictures galore, but here are the highlights. Hope you had a great weekend!

Hats and shirts by Dexter Simmons, including the one I purchased (photo courtesy of Dexter’s Instagram).

The man himself, Dexter Simmons! He is such a nice guy, and it was nice to know he is definitely influenced by music in his designs. I wish I could have met Cecilia Aragon and Andre Soriano (who is from San Diego). I will definitely be watching them this Friday on “Styled to Rock“!

Designer Lauren Cram of Victrola Designs; designers Otilia Mendez and Denise Munoz of Diestra Brand and a beautiful gown from Ashley Raymond.

FWSD Trunk Show Collage 4

Pieces from WM Couture Designs and Noia by Evelyne. So pretty up close!

Gorgeous jewelry by Yuwei Designs.

Runway models from A’doreus

Vanessa of Fashion Mixtape and I with A’doreus designer Sharlene Estrella Borromeo. In front of us is a table with wrapping paper made in the same print as that on the dresses in her runway show. Quite lovely up close!

The #FWSD Advisory Panel, including announcer Jeff Krapf.

Toasting the winners of #FWSD: 3rd place, Greenpacha; 2nd Place, WishNow; 1st place, RHCreation. They are seen with sales and marketing director of #FWSD Rhiannon Marquis and Allison Andrews, director and founder of #FWSD.

Cheers! Celebrating with Laura of Laura Neuzeth and Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez. Photobomb by the Peroni Italy poster gal!

Greenpacha, Hats for a Better World

Dresses from WishNow Designs. The detailing was exquisite!

Richard Henderson and Timothy McGee of RHCREATION.

The Naughty Monkey Shoes display. I had no idea they were based in San Diego! I would love to tour their facility someday. They provided shoes for the runway shows, and designers even got to design their own shoes!