In the Now

Sometimes I wonder if I’m “doing” San Francisco right. My leisure trips there always turn into aimless wandering, eating, and drinking. The city makes me feel present. I am so satisfied with each moment that I fail to have any sort of direction to my day. When it’s over, I have a hard time remembering what I did; my recollection is a blur of sights and tastes and smells. As a usually very productive person, I have a hard time justifying an entire day given over to the senses. But I think that’s just the sort of reset I need, especially as I spent the next two days preparing for an important presentation.


Jacket, BCBG Max Azria (consignment). Sweater, Charlotte Russe. Skirt, Chaus Jeanswear (consignment). Boots, Style & Co (thrifted). Scarf, gift. Backpack, Toms (gift). Gloves, gift.

Occupied

On Tuesday evening, I checked into the Marriott and entered room 711, to find it was already occupied! I opened the door, saw someone else’s bag parked at the end of the bed, and beat a hasty retreat to the front desk. After an apology, I was upgraded to a balcony room. Of course, I was thrilled, because balconies are great for outfit photos!

My Wednesday pics were taken at noon (during our lunch break) on my private patio, overlooking the pool. Thursday morning, I was looking forward to a repeat photo session, but the balcony next to mine was occupied and I was too shy to brazenly pose six feet from my rumpled, coffee-sipping, cigarette-smoking, male neighbor.


Sweater, thrifted. Dress, Parker (consignment). Tights, gift. Boots, Sofft (consignment). Earrings, Cuffs. Scarf, Canvas Boutique. Bag, Mondani.


After a long day of meetings and waiting for an 8:50 pm flight home, I had an entirely different level of “give a fuck” going on:

Stripes and Zigzags

I’ve heard that circle scarves are “out.” I’ll keep wearing this apparently outdated scarf because I love the Missoni-like pattern and colors. Especially paired with black and white stripes!


Blazer, Diane von Furstenberg (consignment). Turtleneck, Gap (swap). Skirt, Bass (thrifted). Shoes, Chelsea Crew. Earrings, street vendor. Scarf, Canvas Boutique.



When I travel, I try to always bring a scarf (especially for meetings in cold ballrooms) and a swimsuit. I LOVE hot tubs!

Delta Delta Delta

I don’t do the dress over jeans look often, but it was perfect for a stormy day in Sacramento and then a flight to LA.


Blazer, Diane von Furstenberg (consignment). Dress, Parker (consignment). Jeans, Old Navy. Boots, Sofft (consignment). Earrings, Rose Bowl flea market. Sunglasses, Toms. Scarf, Canvas Boutique. Bag, Mondani.



Old dress over jeans looks (feel free to LOL):


. . . and 365 catchup:


I operated a motorcycle for the first time this weekend! By Sunday afternoon, I had progressed enough to pass the California Motorcycle Safety Program. Then, I retreated to bed and books. But had to hit the road (air) again on Tuesday (with the help of a little wine).

1 Flannel 3 Ways: pattern mixed with a bright scarf

Plaid is one of my favorite patterns to mix with other prints. I topped my plaid flannel shirt with a striped scarf. Underneath, I wore a printed tee. And I carried a striped basket to shop the Rose Bowl Flea Market. Pattern and color explosion!


Shirt, Passport. Tee and skirt, Mossimo. Leggings, Express. Boots, Matisse. Sunglasses and earrings, Charming Charlie. Scarf, consignment. Bag, vintage.