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How to Throw a Hot Tub Party

Kelsey K. — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 16:55:40 +0000

It is always hot tub weather in San Francisco, and entertaining friends and family is one of my favorite pastimes! I’m finally checking hot tub party off of my summer bucket list and spilling the deets with you. Here is how I transformed #ClubKaplan into a tropical oasis.

The Theme

Always begin with a theme. The theme is the “glue” that holds the party together. Next, make a list of the decor and food items that remind you of the subject. I chose a tropical theme, and when I dream of the tropics, I fantasize about Hawaii! Now do you see where I am going with this?! The “Aloha” balloon banner, tiki umbrella, and palm print seat cushions totally set the scene. For an even beachier feel, I attached fishnet to the facade of the hot tub and hung artificial flowers from it. I am extra and I’m proud of it!

Good Company and Good Food

Once you have your party people are in order, plan your drink list and food menu. I wanted to serve something that was refreshing and delicious, and easy to drink in the hot tub! ButterCans are all of those things and they fit perfectly into inflatable drink holders. Score! There is nothing better than a buttery chard and a side of pasta, am I right?! I served up colorful bowtie pasta salad in gold glitter champagne flutes – a simple way to elevate your table scape. Tip: choose plastic over glass to avoid messy backyard accidents. Finally, I completed the spread with a giant maple glazed donut cake. It is as divine as it sounds!

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This post is brought to you by JaM Cellars – all opinions are my own. Find Butter Chardonnay in the wine aisle at your local grocery store!

A special thanks to Jax, Elise, and Kelly for attending and to Bailey Luna Photo for documenting the evening!

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All Gray Outfit

Kelsey K. — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 14:00:48 +0000

In my world, gray goes unnoticed. As a lover of all things color I often gravitate towards bright hues and blacks when I’m toning things down. Apparently I’ve been missing out because not only is the color gray simply chic, but it is also a great neutral. Here is how to wear an all gray outfit without looking washed out.

Monochromatic looks are very easy to style. Simply pick a color and accessorize in the same or slightly different tone of the chosen hue. When dressing in a bright color, it’s safe to stick with the same tone (as seen here). With gray, however, it is wise to switch between light and dark. I accomplished this with a stone top, a slate bottom, and dual-tone shoes. I just so happened to have a gray manicure (and need a fresh one tomorrow), but nail polish and lip color is a nice way to offset the uniform color scheme.

Now let’s talk outfit details… the Velvet Bud Skirt is full of personality. The fabric is luxurious, and the tassel trim is extraordinary! Speaking of “basics with a twist,” this ribbed sweater qualifies as one. Score! I found the Mary Jane shoes for about $30 on Amazon and I really like how they pulled together the contrasting gray tones. Earlier I mentioned accenting your look with your makeup. If you dare to be bare, a fashionable cellphone case can have the same effect. I found this rustic floral one at Incipio – they always have the best iPhone covers. P.S. If you are wondering how my hair grew inches overnight, stay tuned for a post devoted to Irresistible Me clip-in extensions!

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Thank you to Chicwish for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

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Plaid Button Down Shirt

Kelsey K. — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 14:00:33 +0000

Plaid: The pattern that keeps on giving. Hold on to all of your plaid pieces. The older they get, the better they get! A broken in plaid flannel top is so cozy, and it will forever remain stylish. After the wet weather in San Francisco finally cleared up, there was no better way to ring in the weekend than with the flannel top I ordered on Amazon Prime. That’s right – the Prime member benefits you depend on for all of your paper goods, and miscellaneous household items include ladies fashions. I ordered this Plaid Button Down Shirt by JOLLYCHIC on the 11th, and it arrived exactly two days later on the 14th. It was my first time shopping for apparel on Amazon, but I was confident with my purchase thanks to all of the product reviews.

I am happy to report the quality and fit exceeded my expectations. Flannel shirts often fit me like a boyfriend top – long and boxy. This plaid button down shirt is just the opposite. It fits like a glove and is the perfect length. For your reference, I am 5 feet tall and ordered a size 2 – if you have long arms or a long torso, size up. Anyway, with last minute plans to dine at the bar at Dosa, I paired this top with flare jeans and platform clogs. I chose white denim to dress things up a smidge, and accessorized with a wooden necklace and a fringe hand bag. Believe it or not, this fringey little thing is also from Amazon and makes a great boho statement piece.

The verdict is in – I give Amazon Fashion two thumbs up!

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