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”
Author Archives: Anita Rivas
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”
The Straw Bag
I haven’t purchased a straw bag yet. I can’t decide on a shoulder bag or a hand carry. The photos motivate me to get a shoulder bag, but the handle version is cute too. I also marvel at these women, who manage to always look chic and pulled together, I wonder sometimes if I lookContinue reading “The Straw Bag”
It’s All About The Skin
I’ve been obsessed with my skin lately. I’ve been using my Vichy Peptide Ampoules, my Medik8 Peptide Oil, and I recently bought Skinceuticals’ Glycolic Cleanser. I tried my new Jet Lag Mask by Summer Fridays last night and love it. My skin woke up glowing, hydrated and I swear firmer too. However, I splashed coldContinue reading “It’s All About The Skin”
The Striped Sweater – Part 2
Looks like the striped sweater is here to stay, it has become a wardrobe staple for all seasons. I just found one that I feel I can wear without looking too commercial. I kind of want the Navy and white striped sweater too, but I don’t have anything that would really go with it andContinue reading “The Striped Sweater – Part 2”
What Women Are Wearing Now
All of these women are stylish, inspiration for the rest of us. Ladies, it’s time to shop my closet. I’ve spent the last two years updating myself, and I start going back into the office on May 3rd. Grant it I’ll only be going in two days a week, for starters, then after August toContinue reading “What Women Are Wearing Now”
It’s All About The Hair
I love Amyris by Francis Kurkdjian. I always receive compliments, especially in elevators when wearing the fragrance. I decided to invest in the scented hair mist, a lovely way to budget in fragrance without breaking the bank. I also suffer from fine and thinning hair. I purchased the David Mallett Volume Powder and decided toContinue reading “It’s All About The Hair”
Summer Fridays
I have been preparing to work from the office since the pandemic began. For now it will be two days a week and lately the focus has shifted to my skin, especially since I haven’t been wearing a lot of makeup. It’s all about healthier skin these days. I discovered this new skincare brand, SummerContinue reading “Summer Fridays”
Run Around Chic 