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Spring Cleaning

Kelsey K. — Mon, 04 Apr 2016 14:00:15 +0000

I have a love/hate relationship with spring cleaning. It is so refreshing to walk into a well-organized closet, yet the act of folding clothes is mind numbing. While you get ready to pack away your heavy sweaters and over the knee boots, here are a few items you should add to your spring “it” list: high-waisted shorts, fringe vests, lace-up shoes, and floppy hats.

High-waisted shorts are a great versatile item to have on hand. You can wear them with crop tops or with your go-to blouses, and they pair nicely with jean jackets, blazers, and vests. Depending on the material or pattern, you can get away with wearing them during the day or night, with stockings or bare legs. In the featured outfit I styled this striped pair for daytime wear.

The options are endless when you are working with a fringe vest. You may recall this Valentine’s Day look. Think of a vest as the spring version of a blazer – it’ll add just enough pop to a basic ensemble. This boho version is fabulous, and the perfect topper for your high-waisted shorts. Choose a “neutral” and you’ll be pleasantly surprised how often you wear it. Burgundy is one of those in my book, as it matches with black or brown ensembles.

Lace-up shoes are all the talk and chances are high that you’ve noticed a pair or two on the shelves among your favorite retailers. To all of my high-heel loving short legged friends, if you are going to give in to a pair of flats, this is how to do it! These sexy little things add a nice kick to your casual weekend wear and a playful touch to your business attire. Stick to a nude hue – it will elongate the appearance of your legs.

Floppy hats are IN and the good news is that they are suitable for wear all year round. Whether you are wine tasting, jammin’ at an outdoor concert, or brunching with your gal pals, an attractive hat can go a long way. Not to mention they instantly take the tragedy out of a bad hair day! My color choices are: navy, camel, and black this season.

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A special thanks to Elle Rae Boutique for bringing you this post and to Ava Trimble for capturing the moment.

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Napa Valley Valentine’s Day

Kelsey K. — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:00:20 +0000

Over the weekend we had the pleasure of experiencing a Napa Valley Valentine’s Day with some of our closest friends in the Bay Area. Wine country during the month of February is heavenly. From the weather to the lush terrain, there is no better month to visit if you ask me! We started off at Clos Du Val, our favorite winery in the valley. Not only is Clos Du Val dog-friendly, but there is always a place to sit and you can even enjoy a bottle of wine while you picnic. Believe it or not, these three things are hard to come by. After cooling down with some Sauvignon Blanc, we switched to a bottle of fruity Cabernet Sauvignon – equally as tasty. Moral of the story: whether you’re a lover of red or white, on a date with Fido or your boyfriend, fancy or cas, Clos Du Val will not disappoint.

With the temperature topping off at about 80 degrees, the fitted two-piece dress I had planned to wear was out of the question. Instead I decked out in a chic boho look that could have passed as Free People, yet it was a fraction of the cost. Cut off shorts are my favorite. They are sort of like the summer version of distressed denim. When I came across this floral embroidered pair at Forever 21, I scooped them up with our Hawaiian getaway in mind. For this occasion I styled them with a 3/4 length lace shirt topped with a blush fringe vest. Now do you understand the Free People reference?! Anyway, I polished off the look with gold jewelry, my go-to party shoes, and a glass of wine. No wonder I was so relaxed during our photoshoot!

From there we took Yountville Cross Road to the ever popular restaurant, Brix. This gem sits on a beautiful piece of property overlooking the mustard weed. We dined alfresco, on the back patio, and had a wonderful experience. Our server was very conscientious and knowledgeable about the menu. He even greeted our dog by name! We started out with tempura green beans and mushroom cigars – both delicious. For an entree I indulged in truffle roast chicken on top of spinach and mushroom risotto. It was as decadent as it sounds. It would not be Valentine’s Day without a sweet treat, so my hubby and I shared a fudge brownie with peanut butter ice cream for dessert. It was worth the extra calories.

Whether you are already planning next year’s Napa Valley Valentine’s Day or your next weekend escape, add Clos Du Val and Brix to your itinerary! On the other hand, shop this post below:

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Get Your Fest On

Kelsey K. — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 14:00:24 +0000

Festival season is quickly approaching and there is no better time to start collecting your festival must-haves. This week as I played around with the latest inventory at Liv Fashion Boutique, a pair of wide leg pants caught my eye. If you’ve signed yourself up to stand around all day in the sun, then you might as well be comfortable and cool while you’re doing it! Invest in a pair of light weight wide-leg pants. There is nothing worse than a pair of shorts that ride up every step you take. A well-fitting pair of pants will stay in place, and if they are palazzos, they won’t stick to you either. In the ensemble below, I styled these pants with a black racerback tank and an open front chiffon cardigan. I always like to have a little something over my shoulders in case it is breezy. I accessorized with a mini cognac purse (who wants to schlep around with a large bag when you can squeeze your essentials into a smaller one) and a matching orange and navy pendant necklace. The second look is my favorite. Up until now, this burnt orange fringe vest hung in my closet, with the tags still attached, for at least two years. I got really excited when I realized it would match these pants. Anyway, rather than throwing on a simple v-neck t-shirt to go with it, I wanted to try something different. At first contemplating over a chambray or white button up, I decided on a sleeveless tuxedo shirt – also several years old. Boy am I glad I held onto these pieces for so long. By incorporating the collared shirt and a straw hat I was able to add a touch of sophistication to this bohemian look.

This look is GG approved

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Pants (Liv Fashion Boutique – $5 nationwide shipping), Chiffon Cardigan (Liv Fashion Boutique), Purse (Liv Fashion Boutique), Tuxedo shirt (similar), Fringe Vest (similar), Hat (Jest Jewels SF – your accessory haven – purchase here) , Sunnies. If you’re reading the email version of this post, click here to read the full version as well as many other posts on KKandGG.com.

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