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28 Nov 2020

The Closet: November 2020

[Topshop Clara Shirt Jacket] – $140

As always, the theme is cozy here. Never have I ever leaned into the lounge wear trend more than I have now, but I know someday, I’ll be able to mix and match these pieces for more acceptable outfits in the outside world. In addition to comfortability, now is the best time to stock up on basics. I’ve come to the realization that that is truly something you can never have enough of. Until now, it’s also not something that I prioritized. We are getting a head start on posting this now so that we can begin an earlier release date for our holiday gift guide. Enjoy!

[Free People We the Free Be Free Tunic] – $38

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28 Aug 2020

The Closet: August 2020

[Society6 Whimsical Sky Face Mask] – $16.99 – $13.59

This is quite possibly the bulkiest Closet post we’ve created in awhile! The good thing though is the pieces are all at the intersection of summer and fall. I’m also convinced that there’s something in here for everyone and at varying price points. Even a lot of the summer-y pieces can be transformed for fall wear. For example, the jumpsuit below? Pop a chunky sweater over it and you’ve got a look. We’ve been doing a lot of shopping lately ourselves so even though I’ve shared all of these here with you, I personally need to refrain from buying these myself. Enjoy!

[Abercrombie & Fitch Tie-Front Jumpsuit] – $79 – $47.40

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15 Aug 2020

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: What We Actually Bought

Prior to the sale, quite a few people mentioned to me that they didn’t think the selection was great. In my opinion, that’s a good thing because then you get to focus on the few gems that are there and you don’t over shop. Ahead of the sale, I also posted some of my picks and at the time, I didn’t even know if or how I would participate. This past Thursday, I was lucky to have the day off and decided to shop in-person and online. There’s a reason for that, I promise! This was my first experience shopping in stores since the pandemic and admittedly, I was a bit nervous. I’m the kind of shopper that needs to see and feel the clothes and try them on in a dressing room. Pick-up just wasn’t going to be an option. To minimize some risk, I decided to go right when the store opened. Since it was a morning weekday, it wasn’t crowded at all and I was able to maintain distance. Here’s all that we purchased… and then some!

[Zella High Waist Studio Pocket 7/8 Leggings] – Originally: $65 // Sale Price: $42.90

Even though I made several different purchases within the store that day in different departments, I had forgotten to use my $20 note! To my surprise, no one even asked me for it. I ended up buying these leggings once I got home with the note and though I didn’t try them on, I figured there’s no way I wouldn’t like them or find a use for them.

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30 May 2020

The Closet: May 2020

[Matteau Tiered Paisley-Print Cotton Maxi Dress] – $540

It’s official! We’ve made it to summer. It’s the end of the month so like clockwork, we always write one of these posts. It has been many many days at home and we’ve reached the point where I have caved. I made my first online shopping purchase just a couple of weeks ago to allow myself to have more flexibility in my rotation of leggings. It’s not lost on me that if I continue to shop more that I still won’t have a place to where these new pieces out to. However, with that thinking in mind, the leggings seem like they will serve a good purpose. Whether you’re shopping right now or not, may these pieces below provide you with some inspiration for whenever you’re ready.

[Free People Luna Mini Block Sandals] – $98

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09 Feb 2020

Chinatown’s Golden Hour

Cardigan – Topshop / Dress – Nordstrom / Shoes – Mom’s

I will never pass up an opportunity for a photo moment in Chinatown! Every so often, Angel and I will impromptu dinners and 75% of the time, our craving is always Asian food. Chinatown is just a quick walk from our office and on this particular day, the light around sunset was spectacular. In general though, this is my favorite neighborhood to shoot in because of the colors and the chaos. There is so much going on at all times and it feels like this part of the city never stops. In the fall, we didn’t really need our jackets so I was taking advantage of light layers and pulled a chunky cardigan over a dress that I never stopped wearing this summer.

27 Dec 2019

The Closet: December 2019

[Callahan Hannah Skirt] – $88

Okay, so I know Christmas just passed and all and maybe we have everything we need. But isn’t the new year, even a new decade, just the perfect reason to refresh your wardrobe? This post, combined with our gift guide and what to ring in the New Year with may seem like overkill, but I promise it’s not. Sometimes, we just want and need things that don’t fall into either of those categories.

Whether you received some wearable pieces this holiday or took advantage of the after Christmas sales, I hope you have in possession something that makes you feel good. You deserve it.

[Free People Easy Street Tunic] – $128

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24 Dec 2019

What To Wear: Ringing In A New Decade

[Zara Sequined Velvet Dress] – $89.90

Left and right, friends of mine are messaging regarding our New Year’s Eve plans. What I’m coming to find is that as we get older, there is less and less excitement revolving around this holiday. One day, I really hope one of my friends decides to get married on this day because I think that’s ultimately the best way to celebrate this evening. As of right now the number one plan in the running is a lovely dinner with my girlfriends and then after that, a quiet night in. We are graduating to grandma status over here.

For those of you who still have the energy to get out there on New Year’s Eve, I wish you the best and that you look great doing it!

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15 Nov 2019

Holiday Party Wear 2019

Gift of Love Black Backless Long Sleeve Bodycon Dress – $46

I did a first pass at the mall last week for holiday party dresses and while I wasn’t looking too hard, nothing called out to me. That’s never a good sign. I also realized that for the first time this year, I’m not looking forward to holiday party dress shopping. Mainly, that might be because I realized that whenever you’re hunting for something specific or under a timeline, you’ll never find it. Hence the reason why I found a dress a couple years ago over the summer months.

That only works maybe 50% of the time. Retailers prepare for holiday party season and create collections that come out right about now. The positive is that you’ll have a lot to choose from, but run the risk of having wearing the same outfit as another attendee. This year, I decided to try something I’ve never done before. Before writing this post every year, I always look at last year’s. There happened to be a dress from my guide in 2018 that is still available that I decided to purchase. Sure, it’s last season or last year whatever. It is, however, on sale and still something I’m interested in. Here’s to hoping it fits and that it has a generous return policy if needed. If all else fails, at least we have this guide.

Wilfred Ophelia Dress – $178

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24 Aug 2019

Winter Red White and Blues

Jacket – Topshop / Turtleneck – Mom’s / Skirt – Aritzia / Boots – Something Navy

A San Francisco winter won’t stop be from bare legs during this season. The thing that will though is rain. No one wants to walk into a place dripping water everywhere. However, if it’s even just a little bit brisk outside, there are so many fall and winter skirts that just won’t bode well for the summertime. One of those is my red corduroy skirt from Aritzia which pairs well with my Something Navy white boots (my favorite purchase of 2018!) and my mother’s turtleneck.

While the skirt does wrinkle easily and it’s tough to prevent when I’m sitting at my desk for 50% of my day, I don’t have time to care. Is there any other way to prevent this other than just having a constant steamer going at my desk throughout the day?

12 Jul 2019

2019 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Halogen Wool & Cashmere Long Cardigan$199 – $132.90

If you’re from Seattle, you grew up knowing the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale to be close to a national holiday. Angel and I have had this on our calendar for weeks and knew that we’d be at day one of Early Access. I wish I had known ahead of time how big today was going to be in San Francisco. Do people not work?! By the time we arrived at the mall after work at 5:30 PM so much of everything was picked over! While the Nordstrom in Westfield is fairly large and five floors, it doesn’t boast the same selection as you would have online. However, I’ve never been much of an online shopper. For me, the tough calls get made when in the dressing room.

That being said, I look forward to this sale every year. It’s my version of a pre-back to school back to fall shopping. We scoured every floor not missing a single section. At the end of it, I walked away with a tank top I wanted and saw online beforehand and a classic striped top. I thought I’d be leaving the store with more, but my bank account is grateful that I didn’t. That being said, here are some of my favorite picks from the sale!

BP Heath Bootie$109.95 – $69.90

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