Jonathan and I had the pleasure of attending the opening of the Cary Leibowitz exhibit Wednesday night at the Contemporary Jewish Museum. The “ Jewseum ” (I am not being derogatory) sure knows how to throw a party. After indulging in hot dogs and brews, we made our way into the auditorium for a drag show (I kid you not!) followed by more knosh. I had an epiphany. It is so much fun eating hot dogs when someone else dresses them for you! We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the exhibit, admiring the artist’s use of color and quirky humor. If you watch my Instagram stories, then you were lucky enough to catch a glimpse inside of the gallery. But if you didn’t, no worries. The exhibit is open until June 25th – check it out!

Do these Pants Make me Look Jewish?

The second I accept an iCal invite, my mind races with outfit ideas. The last time I wore palazzo pants I dressed them for a Great Gatsby themed party. Today I’m demonstrating how to style them with a sheer black top appropriate for a night at the Jewseum. There is a big difference between sheer elegance and sheer trash. When shopping for a see through garment, consider modest styles. Under no circumstance would a traditional long sleeve turtleneck be considered racy! Less is more when working with sheer garments. This is especially true when it comes to the undergarments you pair with them. This very plain brassiere from Gap Body is my go-to for all things sheer. I polished off the look with pearl embellished booties and decade old statement earrings from Rodeo Boutique.

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Top | Bra | Pants (similar here and here) | Booties | Purse | Lip Stain in Always Red.

A special thanks to Kristin of Monument Salon for the ultra sleet hairdo. Art by Cary Leibowitz.

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If you were “blessed” with a petite frame, palazzo pants will do you wonders. They have the same affect as stilts! I never pass up a well fitting pair. It is your lucky day because Current Clothing (415-400-5517) has them in stock and they’re FABULOUS! For a day at the office, I paired them with the crop top from yesterday’s post, and topped it with a short cape blazer. Fast forward to the weekend…

We were invited to a Great Gatsby themed housewarming party. While it would have been the appropriate time to break out the fringe and pearls, I just wasn’t feelin’ it. A cold front moved through the Bay Area and a dress was out of the question. Thanks to Marina William’s Etsy shop, I was able to get another use out of this two-piece pants suit!

Now do you see what a little sparkle can do?! This 1920’s beaded headpiece transformed my two-piece pants suit from work to play. I felt so glamorous I am already looking for an excuse to wear it again! Speaking of sparkles…dazzle at your holiday soirre with a makeover from La Mienne – beauty on demand. Bay area folks, Use code “Kelsey15” and save 15% at time of booking!

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Top c/o (similar here and here) | Pants c/o (similar here and here) | Shoes | Headpiece | Lipstick | Watch c/o get the details here /

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Just in time for the holidays, introducing the Casio Vintage Collection, available for purchase exclusively at Bloomingdale’s Union Square. These classic timepieces make the perfect gift for the fashionista in your life that appreciates style and function. This arm candy features a digital display, stop watch, alarm, and LED backlight. Who knew that sporty could be so chic?! I must say, it is pretty nice just looking down at my watch and not being distracted by an analog display.

I am a sucker for all things vintage, but especially those that are vintage gold. The idea of owning a watch that is suitable for working out (thanks to the water resistant design!), and going out behooves me. It is one less item to coordinate. I am already looking forward to using the stopwatch mechanism on my weekly jogs and daily visits to the Bar Method.

One of the easiest ways to draw attention to your newest accessory is to dress in all black! As you can see from today’s featured look, I did just that. Black and gold is edgy, so I pieced together the edgiest items I could find in my wardrobe. A chocker, a black cold shoulder blouse, frayed black denim, and embroidered booties. Undoubtedly the watch pops against this ensemble! Now that you have seen my Vintage Casio Watch styled for everyday wear, how would you like to see me style this timepiece the next time?! You have heard enough from me and about my style preferences, so I’d love to hear some of yours. Do yourself a favor and go see the dazzling collection in person at Bloomingdale’s Union Square, San Francisco or get product updates on Facebook here.

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Top (c/o similar here) | Pants c/o (similar here) | Booties | Watch c/o | Lipstick

Thank you to Single Edition Media on behalf of Casio for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

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When we finally arrived at Castello Di Verrazzano (a 1000 year old castle) we were hungry and thirsty. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here – the staff was so friendly and hospitable! Both the sips and bites exceeded our expectations. Don’t you love when that happens?! Also known for their production of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, we purchased a couple of bottles for tonight’s big dinner. Tip: When choosing a Chianti Classico, look for the black rooster label. Think of it as a “good housekeeping” seal of approval.

Two bowls of pasta, and a wine tasting later, we hit the road stopping for photos before sunset. I happened to wear an outfit from Tobi that matched the fall leaves perfectly. Photos do not do this place justice, but we tried our best to capture the scenery for y’all! I dressed this two-piece set with over the knee boots for added warmth and a black overcoat to tone down the bold print. Speaking of, this stunner is 40% off at Lord & Taylor and would make a great Hanukkah or Christmas gift. Just sayin’…

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Top c/o | Skirt c/o | Jacket | Boots | Purse

Thanks to Tobi for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

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Drama comes in many forms. Maybe it is the bright red lipstick you’re rocking, or the Swarovski crystals around your neck. No matter what you call it, the more drama the better, especially when you’re dealing with black on black! This fab tube top is from Current Clothing (surprise, surprise), and I knew it was going to take a special pair of pants to do it justice. Can you imagine my excitement when I found these faux leather culottes from Zara?! Although the over-sized bow is loud enough, I was able to create more drama by mixing medias i.e., a faux leather textile. Thanks to The Red Chair Salon, I was able to take my bow-tiful ensemble one step further. Who knew a bow bun would only take a few squirts of hairspray, a couple of hair ties, and a handful of bobby pins?!

What can I say, I like big bows and I cannot lie…

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Top (call 415-400-5517 to order) | Culottes | Shoes | Earrings | Bracelet

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