I'm pretty sure I'm obsessed with these jodhpurs. I've been on the hunt for them forever and finally, after going to LF, I found the perfect pair. I love the detailing, the pleats on hip, the accordion pleats on the band, and the way it contoured around my waist. I've also been obsessing over fuchsia-y red lipstick and finally found the perfect shade. I'm pretty much in love except for the fact that I'm literally an infant putting on "fancy makeup".

Since I no longer have a "photographer", Jennie has been gracious enough to be my photographer, and lucky for me, she's got a killer camera. We went down to this awesome industrial park where it really helped contrast my black ensemble. It was amazing too, with the sun hitting in the perfect spot.

I was so excited the train was coming!!  had to salute the….Amtrak? LOL.

if that title doesn't say a mouth full, i don't know what does. he leaves in two days. i'm a nervous wreck.

xx.

7×7 is having a new event in the city called Happier Hour and to kick off this series, we were the 'guests of honor' so to speak. It was held at the Infusion Lounge in downtown San Francisco. The venue was amazing, the food & drinks were fantastic, and two amazingly stylish people won the contest judged by us to be featured in the magazine. :)

My outfit was thrown together in 5 minutes due to a very eventful morning full of running around to thrift & consignment shops trying to find the perfect dress, discovering that my credit card was stolen and they blocked me from using it, going to the bank to fix the dilemma, then finding out I couldn't get a card, and ending with me going home, running into my closet and pulled out this. It was easy-peasy I tell ya. I work so much better under pressure than I do when I've got many hours to put something together. I was obsessed with this look because I love tutus, tulle and anything fem that could add to my ultra dark and rock & roll tone that I always seem to acquire…even when it's Spring. Those shoes are pretty much obsessive except for the fact that I just got them, wore them out today, and the entire shoe came off the heel….needless to say, I'm a little upset. Brand new shoes people!

Not only was the event a success but I'm dying for the next one, hopefully next month. Cross your fingers SF because we definitely need a scene here. I had so much fun mingling with the stylish people of the bay area. Dancing and drinking with them topped the night off. 

images via Jennie from Going West

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image by Jennie from Going West

Preview from the 7×7 Happier Hour. Stay tuned for more amazing photos<3.

A while back, I was asked by 7×7 to be featured in their March Fashion Issue. I was more than ecstatic and found out that JT, from SF Style, was going to be the one shooting us bloggers & entrepreneurs. We shot down at the Embarcadero at night, which was gorgeous by the way. I'm sad though, that they didn't use the photos of me wearing my ggmomma's fox fur coat. Hopefully, I'll get to show you those photos soon.

If you've never heard of 7×7, it's a San Francisco Bay Area magazine; name branching from the fact that San Francisco is 7 miles across, 7 miles wide. :) Check out the article here!

In celebration of being featured, I decided we must all get together to toast to such an event. I arranged our dinner at Americano, located in one of the Embarcadero's hotel, Hotel Vitale. It was great to see everyone and enjoy great company.

Also, for any bay area folks, 7×7 is throwing a happy hour where all the bloggers & entrepreneurs will be. Come!

xx.

Forever 21 floral blouse | H&M cap-sleeve tunic dress | Falke sweater-ribbed tights | vintage cowboy boots | Ralph Lauren tan leather belt | H&M mint green infinity scarf | elephant tusk bracelets from Sankofa | Forever 21 earrrings | the usual rings | Monserat de Lucca bag

On my days off, I've been really busy scouting so I decided what better place to do that than College Ave-Elmwood District in Berkeley. Everything about this street is adorable; the storefronts, the babies, the tree-lined streets & cafes. I send myself exploring to see what I'd discover on this food & shop haven. I opted out of my mega-high heels on this venture simply because I didn't want to look like an "industry-folk" & because I was going to be walking up and down the street all day. Those boots are my favorite, seriously. They even say, Hecho in Mexico, inside. :) As you all know I'm an obsessive layer'er and I am tight on my budget. Therefore, layering gives me new looks constantly without me having to drop CHED aka $$$ on anything not investment-like.

The atmosphere on College was great at first glance. The food selections are wide spread, catering to different taste buds. Waitstaff in some cafes & restaurants were somewhat friendly but a majority were quite slow to function.  The demographic ranged from college kids scouring at Jeremy's for deeply discounted pieces to yoga-loving moms, getting the latest perspiration-prevention tank top at Lululemon. Let's just say my first walk-through was a bit confusing.

Favorites of the street:

Filippo's

I met up with my friend Alexia to have an early dinner at one of the many restaurants on College. We decided on Filippo's due to their delicious-sounding menu posted outside.

The food was amazing. We were served garlic-infused olive oil with basil and warm sourdough bread. For our entrees, I had a pancetta & artichoke pizza while Alexia had a shrimp & potato pizza. The staff was slow during early dinner but later, we had a more competent wait staffer.

ICI

This was an adorable & quaint ice cream parlor, with a consistent line down the street. They offer a unique variety of ice cream , similar to Bi-Rite. They also had yummy homemade treats like peppermint marshmallows, vanilla bean shortbread, and coconut covered macaroons. I tried the meyer lemon ice cream in their homemade cones, lined inside with dark chocolate. By far, ICI will be my destination shop for incoming visitors!

Here are my other reviews of my favorite places, although I didn't get pictures of them. My apologies.

Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore

I enjoyed this bookstore so much. I as in there far longer than anywhere else. The selection of books were definitely tailored down to the best. I read a book on Los Angeles from 1900-NOW for a good 30 minutes. The staff was a collection of elderly men and women, eager to help. So cute!

Summer Kitchen

This adorable, french kitchen set-up with a wood-burning over was the perfect setting on this street. The atmosphere said, "summer in the Hamptons" for sure. There were decadent sweets & treats along with a take-home selection of orzo salad & chicken tenders. The chef, Paul, was originally the head chef at Americano, in Hotel Vitale, a boutique hotel on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. He has created a unique and delicious sounding menu that I'll be back to enjoy.

Jeremy's Accessories & Mens Store

I was thoroughly disappointed with the womens' section in Jeremy's but their selection down one store, of accessories & men's was fantastic. Despite the store being fairly filthy, I was sidetracked by the amazing selection of consigned shoes, all waiting for me to try on. I eyed booties from Frye, summer wedges from Proenza Schouler, black bondage Tori Burch booties, Nina Ricci marigold-dusted pumps, Manolo Blahnik galore and bright yellow Christian Dior peep-toes all under $150! Yes, going back to make some purchases.

xx.