I’ve been ill all year, my doctor says it’s longterm Covid, meaning a flare up of an existing autoimmune disease has roared it’s ugly head. My body is achy, my muscles hurt and my hands and feet get swolled beyound recognition. I’ve been on steriods and am now on a protocol to get off ofContinue reading “Getting Healthy”
Author Archives: Anita Rivas
Beauty Replenishment
Honestly I don’t use enough beauty products to have to replenish, but in this instance I did. I re-added to my beauty arsenal the Oribe Serene Scalp Thickening Treatment Spray, it thickens your hair whether you blowdry it or not and thickens your hair over time. I also recently discovered a new way to blowdry,Continue reading “Beauty Replenishment”
Additions
Lately I’ve been hankering for silver jewlery. So many women are wearing it stylishly and it has me intrigued. I tend to only wear it when traveling to Mexico, it’s low-key and versatile. My question is, how do you choose what jewelry to wear in the mornings? I love Kumi’s style, and how she isContinue reading “Additions”
Transitioning into Spring
It’s not easy getting into Spring, the weather in SF is still windy, verging on cold. Just the other day I skipped wearing a sweater and coat and regretted it when I saw a lovely woman wearing a camel turtleneck and long coat. I lamented my wardrobe choice, as usual I did get a bitContinue reading “Transitioning into Spring”
Can’t Get Into Spring
I know it’s Spring, but I can’t seem to get into it. California has experienced lot’s of rain and extreme colder conditions. I literally just pulled out my vintage YSL Patent leather tote, it wears well in the rain. I have been buying coats. Oversized coats to wear over all of my sweaters and sweats.Continue reading “Can’t Get Into Spring”
Reproductions
Leave it to Zara to pay homage to an iconic piece of jewelry . Maria Felix, Mexico’s most iconic actress walked into Cartier and pulled out of her bag her pet baby crocodile and asked Cartier to make her a necklace, brooch, bracelet, etc. Which has become coveted like the iconic Verdura cuffs worn byContinue reading “Reproductions”
Paris Dispatch
Birkenstocks have been around for decades, popular among the surfers, skaters and deadheads. I personally associated them with the Haight Ashbury, a part of SF I hardly visited. Mind you not because I didn’t want to, just the places I frequented were in South Beach, the Mission, Soma, and the Marina. I finally made myContinue reading “Paris Dispatch”
Preparing for Summer Vacation
I know I said I didn’t need anything for summer vacation, it’s more like a three-day weekend in Mexico City. We are going to my cousins wedding at the end of October and the weather is supposed to be just like summer. So, I am calling it summer vacation. Since I collect kaftans and dresses,Continue reading “Preparing for Summer Vacation”
Health and Wellness
I haven’t been feeling well lately, too many issues to count. There are a few things I have control over at the moment and that’s what I choose to put into my body. I’ve been taking so many vitamins on an empty stomach for better absorption, that my body is starting to hate me. IContinue reading “Health and Wellness”
Affordable Summer Kaftans & Dresses
Most people who know me know that I’ve never been into wearing dresses or kaftans. But something happened to me last September on my trip to Maui. I think because it was so hot that I finally bought kaftan’s from BlueGinger. They are under $200 and colorful, one reason why I hesitated was the colorfulContinue reading “Affordable Summer Kaftans & Dresses”
Summer In Europe
I’m wistful for being able to sit out on a patio sipping an Aperol Spritz. Wearing a summer dress and comfortable shoes, without a care in the world. Alas, nothing is planned yet, perhaps a trip into Santa Cruz would help, they do have wine tasting and whiskey tasting venues. I could order a sparklingContinue reading “Summer In Europe”
What’s New in Beauty Now
I am so tempted to make additional beauty purchases, but they say that if you buy things, you don’t need that you are stealing from yourself. However, the temptation is great. I love In Your Face Skincare; the ingredients are the finest natural ingredients and botanical oils anyone can use to create healthy skincare. TheyContinue reading “What’s New in Beauty Now”
Replenishing The Beauty Cabinet
I honestly wasn’t planning on purchasing more Caudalie, until I saw the email for the new summer canvas tote. I immediately placed an order and secured the tote. I bought another larger bottle of the Beauty Elixer, I started using my travel bottles and decided that wasn’t a good idea. Especially since it seems thatContinue reading “Replenishing The Beauty Cabinet”
Style Inspiration
Never has there been an Instagram account I’ve enjoyed so much; I literally love every photo and get inspired every day to plan my next ensemble for the next outing. Tamera @feelingfrench is a woman after my own heart, she’s not afraid to mix high-and-low and makes everything look très chic. I plan on wearingContinue reading “Style Inspiration”
The Tried & True
I recently discovered a little dark spot on the side of my left temple and it scared me. I know I’m older, but come on, I’ve been taking care of my skin since I was 15 years old. I decided to change my routine and began using my Caudalie again. Sometimes it pays to goContinue reading “The Tried & True”
Run Around Chic 