my style, press

outfit: topshop x nordstrom

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i just got back from a very quick weekend trip to san francisco and probably the last trip i will take for some months now that the baby is so close to being here! it was a nice opportunity to visit with a few of my bay area friends and of course, i had a blast hosting an event to celebrate the launch of topshop x nordstrom at the san francisco center. i’ve long been a fan of topshop and have spent many hours browsing through their online shop admiring their cool uk offerings, but i’d never had an opportunity to actually see the clothes in real life here on the west coast, so it’s pretty exciting to see that the retailer has finally expanded into the u.s. market with these cool shop-in-shops as a new permanent fixture in nordstrom department stores and online. and i finally got to try on a few pieces for size, and am drooling over their fall offerings, lots of fuzzy sweaters and soft oversized coats!

wearing: dot jacquard pinafore, floral check mix print shirt, jensen faux fur collar biker jacket, maple mid heel court pump all courtesy of topshop x nordstrom.



press, shopping

meet me at madewell sf!

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oh bay area, how i’ve missed you! i’m going to be in town on saturday and sunday and i’d love to see you guys! and , of course, what better way to celebrate than with a private event at madewell san francisco centre? hope you can make it out!

sunday, october 27
6 – 8pm
madewell san francisco centre

enjoy champagne cocktails + sips and snacks while you shop some of my fall picks, and enter to win a $50 gift card!

r.s.v.p. to store.253@madewell.com

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fashion, collections, spring 2014

lauren moffatt spring 2014

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this past september, i was kinda bummed that lauren moffatt didn’t have a presentation during new york fashion week, but i still had a chance to peek at her new spring 2014 collection! this season, she was inspired by a family trip to the monterey bay aquarium and created beautiful silk prints fashioned after starfish and seahorses and pretty aquatic patterns that caught her eye. as always, her eye for color is impeccable and she’s created plenty of wearable separates to easily combine with your wardrobe. i’ve long been a fan of her classic snapback tops, so it’s fun to see her introduce so many easy and wearable tops to pair with jeans and clogs on casual days.

photos courtesy of lauren moffatt.

 



























my style, press, maternity

maternity style

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i suppose every outfit that i wear now that i’m pregnant can be filed under “maternity style,” but today i’m sharing three looks i put together for my latest post up on refinery29 my stylist sharing a few of the tips i’ve learned about dressing my bump so far. these were all taken at roughly around six months, which is crazy to imagine considering i am now nearing the seven month mark! i try not to talk too much about my pregnancy on here, mostly because it’s a pretty personal experience and things are overwhelming enough without sharing something so private in a public space. and i also doubt anyone wants to hear an expectant mother talk about all of her annoying aches and pains, especially when it is obviously a very exciting time. but let me tell you, the cliches are true, and it is not as easy as it looks! i haven’t even gone through labor yet and i am already pretty impressed with how much of an impact it has had on my mind and body!

for me, one of the things that really helps me to feel good is getting dressed. whenever i feel kinda crappy, whether i’m sick or blue or otherwise feeling low, i always feel the best when i take the time to pamper myself a little bit. throw on a nice red lipstick, play with a new hairstyle, or put on something that gives me a little confidence boost. it kinda helps me to feel better facing the world and dealing with whatever other little annoyances might get in my way. so during this pregnancy, even when my ribs feel like they’re about to crack, or my hips are aching and i feel like i can barely walk, or i’m feeling super self-conscious about how much my body has changed, it’s made a huge difference to just feel pulled together and polished.

wearing: a.p.c. dress, palette red vegan leather handbag courtesy of alice & roi, vintage shoes from pretty penny, nars lipstick in jungle red



wearing: vintage maternity top from the loved one, j brand jeans, swedish hasbeens peep toe super high, j.w. hulme mini legacy bag, tom ford nikita sunglasses, nars lipstick in jungle red



wearing: lauren moffatt crochet top and striped skirt, rachel comey mars boots, orla kiely handbag, michael kors tortoise watch, ray-ban clubmaster sunglasses, nars lipstick in jungle red

fashion, collections, fall 2013

ilana kohn fall 2013

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since i’m on a bit of a cool basics kick, today i thought i would share the new ilana kohn fall 2013 collection. i don’t think i’ve ever written about her before, but i have recently become pretty smitten with this nyc-based designer and her very laid-back vibes. this season, you’ll find a set of cool silhouettes in beautiful graphic prints all constructed of soft and sturdy cotton, silk, and modal right in nyc. i am particularly in love with the cute pant sets and jumpsuits with their effortless ease. and lately, i’ve been a sucker for midi lengths. i mean, i know it’s a new york brand, but i feel like these looks would work so well in la. just throw on a pair of ankle boots and sunglasses and you’re good to go.

photos courtesy of ilana kohn.

























fashion, collections, fall 2013

tradlands fall 2013

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since i shared a little discount with you yesterday, i thought i might as well show you the new tradlands fall 2013 lookbook. this sf-based shirting company was created by sadie roberts with the goal of creating well-constructed shirts using quality fabrics and tailoring them for a woman’s body. and i can attest to the fact that they really do fit! i also love that everything is done in san francisco, from the design to the manufacturing, so when you purchase one of these shirts, you are buying a truly american made piece that you’ll keep in your closet for years to come.

get 15% off your order at tradlands using code “calivintage15” now through october 22!
















my style

maternity style: tradlands

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if you haven’t seen it yet, i recently published a quick interview on refinery29 with sadie roberts, the sf-based designer behind the new womenswear clothing line tradlands. and to celebrate the occasion, i styled up my very own jones st. buttondown. what i love so much about her collection is that each shirt is carefully constructed with quality materials, just like you would find in some of your favorite menswear shirting, but she has really taken the time to make sure that the cut is made for a woman. and as someone with a small ribcage and large bust, this is always a challenge since i’ll find a shirt that fits every part of my body, but it will still be gaping at the bust! but such is not the case with shirts from tradlands. now that i have one, i kind of wish i could just have a closet full to wear with jeans and cardigans for a very casual sf style. what’s more is that sadie is generously offering 15% off all orders for the next week!

get 15% off your order at tradlands using code “calivintage15” now through october 22!

wearing: jones st. buttondown courtesy of tradlands , james jeans twiggy maternity jeans, bass wayfarer loafers in karicole, vintage scarf, fieldguided endless summer tote, flowers by alex knost sunglasses courtesy of raen optics, nars jungle red lipstick


my style, giveaways

GIVEAWAY ENDED: enter to win $100 from lulu*s!

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today i’m excited to announce my latest giveaway courtesy of lulu*s! i’m sure you’re already familiar with this online destination, but just in case you aren’t, then you’ll be happy to know that you can find everything i’m wearing currently on their site. i’m especially pleased with this suede leather jacket because i’ve been wanting one for years, but have never really found an affordable option that i liked until now. it’s such a perfect basic that i’m sure i’ll be wearing it throughout the season and even for years to come. for this look, i opted to go with a simple plaid dress. and even though i’m already six months pregnant, i still haven’t picked up anything specifically “maternity.” i just size up and i’m good to go… for now!

to enter: simply visit lulu*s and tell us what you would buy if you were the winner!

bonus: follow @lulus on instagram and for an additional entry! simply leave an additional comment in this post once you’ve followed!

the fine print: up to two entries per person. this giveaway is open to international readers, so anyone can enter. winner will be randomly selected and contacted via email after monday, october 21.

wearing: ark & co plaid dress, obey suede leather motorcycle jacket, chelsea crew mary jane heels all courtesy of lulu*s, and a vintage ascot tie.




fashion, travel

a visit with rungolee

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on our first day in saint louis, we were invited to visit with anjali kamra, the designer behind local brand rungolee. she hosted an incredible brunch, studio tour, and presentation in her beautifully decorated home to share her latest collection. before sitting down to a lovely meal, i got to shake hands with fern mallis, a very important guest at saint louis fashion week, and awkwardly attempt conversation before being whisked upstairs to tour anjali’s amazing home studio. we got to ooh and ahh at all of the racks of brightly colored and intricately detailed garments inspired by her world travels, and i immediately fell in love with a few beautifully embroidered tops that are oh-so-perfect for the southern california weather. and then, the finale: a cute and playful presentation in the living room that made me want to join right in and play dress up!