I have a thing for pants. I would choose a pair of funky trousers over a skirt or dress any day! It’s probably because I’m so active and they’re easier to move around in. Anyway, this pair reminds me of my favorite televisions series, Dancing With the Stars. I have been a fan of frilly costumes since season one so you can imagine my excitement when I discovered this pair. Despite my admiration for the show, you’ll never catch me on the dance floor. Sadly, I have no rhythm (insert laughing emoji). We’ll call these pants my “everyday pair” instead!

Frilly pants are awesome for many reasons…do I even need to explain?! The high waist, however, is at the top of the list! High rise garments give you options. Dress them with a crop top for a playful ensemble or not for a classic one. But aside from outfit options, they give shorties like me long legs effortlessly (after the tailor chops six inches off, of course! #shortpeopleproblems). For today’s look, I styled these suckers with a long sleeve crop top of a similar tiered design. It is a lot of fabric but I love how the ruffles create movement on the upper and lower half of the ensemble. Sometimes less is not more. In true “over-doer” spirit, I polished off the look with pearl embellished sandals, shoulder dusters, and a chunky side braid.

Where will you spend your Cinco de Mayo? I’ll probably go to Tia Margarita again. Shop the post:

Top | Frilly Pants | Shoes (look for less here) | Purse | Lip Stain – Always Red

A special thanks to Kristin for styling my hair and to Shandru Photography for capturing the moment.

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After living in Louisiana for half a decade I became a food snob. “The Boot” is highly regarded for its seafood and cajun cuisine, but the truth is, all food prepared there is absolutely divine. This is especially true with Mexican food. Confession: I dream about El Gato Negro at least once a month. To me, there are certain criteria that make an ok Mexican restaurant a great one. Sounds ridiculous, and my hubby rolls his eyes at me, but it must be something in my hispanic blood (at least I have that!) because, “great” Mexican food is the only thing that San Francisco is lacking. So what takes Mexican food to another level!?

Margaritas

Right now you are either confused or rolling your eyes at me too. I kid you not, in the Mission, where “all of the best Mexican food is,” 95% of the joints do not serve margaritas. I am sorry, but there is nothing more satisfying than washing down your chips and guacamole with a marg.

Burritos/Enchiladas

Aside from the chips and salsa, what is the next most common item you would expect to find at a Mexican restaurant? Burritos and enchiladas…that is what I thought. Again, unless you are at a taqueria, sippin’ on a diet coke, you will not find them on a dinner menu at SF establishments. Thank you Tia Margarita!

Queso Fundido

There is a difference between liquid ballpark nacho cheese and queso fundido. Queso fundido or flameado is a baked cheese dish that is broiled with vegetables and often times Chorizo, the Spanish sausage. To date, the only San Fran restaurant with queso fundido is Colibri. It is delicious, if you are willing to settle for a taco, burrito, and enchilada-less dinner.

Corn tortillas

I do not maintain a gluten free diet. In fact, I do not think that I could because I love bread, and pasta. However, to me, corn tortillas are not only tastier than flour, but they are lighter and often handmade. Think of them as the Mexican version of a pancake. Luckily Colibri and Tia Margarita offer them.

Moral of the story…if you live in SF and want queso fundido and a margarita for dinner, go to Colibri. If you can do without the extra cheese, but you are craving burritos and enchiladas with your margs, go to Tia Margarita. Considering we got our fundido fix earlier this week, we indulged at TM for Cinco de Mayo. Now do you see why my husband cuts me off when someone asks us about Mexican Cuisine in the Bay Area?!

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