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April Update

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Hello Friends!

Sorry I have been absent for most of this month. Things were moving along fine and life happened as it has a way of doing. I found out I needed a surgery for a fibroid at the beginning of the month. All went fine thankfully and then a week later my dear Grandma Jody passed away.

Grandma was almost 101 and so precious to me. We were lucky to spend every Thursday together. She got the flu however in December and never really walked again or ate after that. Though it was expected, it has still felt so final as I have always had her in  my life.  I never expected to have my grandmother still at age 52, and my dad still have his mother at 78. While I know were lucky, I still wish we had more time. We are planning her memorial and I think I am going to encourage everyone to wear pink, her favorite color and have pink fuchsias in the church that she loved. We have been reminiscing this week with all the stories she told about her life. More about my grandma on this post about her long life. I know a lot of you have followed my posts about her and were so kind. She loved to hear the comments.

Before all this Max and I had a four day trip to Hawaii planned. I wasn’t sure we were going to make it with everything that happened, but we did.  My youngest son Griffin was with his school music group on a trip to Spain and Jackson was back at college. It was the first time Max and I did a real vacation -not just a weekend, without the kids for almost 20 years! It was relaxing and low-key, which was just what I needed.

Some snaps from The Big Island. More about our trip on an upcoming post…

When I got back I took my dad for Moh’s surgery all day on Saturday. Fortunately he is doing okay, but what an ordeal for all the people doing it and boy seeing that will make you commit to regular sunscreen! Most of the patients were men with spots on their scalps or faces or ears, though a woman had hers on the front of her leg. It’s an all day thing and I got to know everyone else in the waiting room pretty well!

After returning from our mini-break (that’s a cute Brit word), I wanted to share about this week’s Trina Turk event in Burlingame. Last month’s had to be postponed as both Suzanne and myself were under the weather. Please come this Thursday if you live in the area. I absolutely love this beautiful boutique. Trina is my favorite California designer and I always find something special there.

During the event where you can get 20% off your items! Suzanne, who writes Ask Suzanne Bell and is so stylish and fun, and will be my partner to help anyone who wants pull together some looks for spring events or just wants to find a few things to update the spring and summer wardrobe. As I’ve said before, downtown Burlingame is my favorite little downtown to shop in the whole Bay Area. There are rows of outdoor restaurants for an alfresco lunch with a friend and a large mix of unique boutiques and shops. Last month Suzanne and I went up there to preview what is in store for spring which you can read about here. Since then they have gotten even more in store, so pop by and check out the Trina Turk website to get a look. The store though has more than the website, including some lovely shoes and bags and resort wear, so it’s worth a trip.

Hope to see some of you there. It is the most fun time.  I adore the clothes and I always like to support California girl Trina who is originally  from San Jose and designs and makes almost all her clothes in our state. Gotta love that.

Kim

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Trina Turk’s Fall Collection & Our Event Saturday !

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I am so fortunate to be doing a shopping day with Trina Turk this weekend. My friend April of Ms B in the Bay Area and I spent a few hours up at the Burlingame store yesterday and got to preview the fall looks and I have to honestly say it is her prettiest fall collection ever.

I’m especially in love with the beautiful deep florals and pretty shapes of the dresses and tops.

This pink shirtdress might be my very favorite with its easy feel, pockets and zipper front. It has luxe cuffs with the nicest gold button detail too. I could wear casual or dressed up with heels like these Sunset Blvd pumps- also part of her fall collection.

Trina’s handbags are super cool this season…


This mauve color is very hot and I like the tassel it comes with.


This tote and clutches are all great fall pieces! I’m contemplating this leopard Raquel Clutch which is a perfect size for daytime as well as nights.

Loving the boots and how cute is this box bag?

These luxe boots also grabbed my eye as they are different by Pour La Victoire and the box bag is also a way cute for a special event with a fall dress.

More pretty boots and standout bags! Kind of in love with this bucket bag and these Frye boots (marked down) in this color!!

This Merge clutch is also modern and fun.

April and I had fun trying on some of our favorite looks. It’s nice to see how things fit and some items look so different on. We wanted to be prepared to help anyone who comes to see us Saturday.

 

This lace Dreamland dress was one of the very best, so flattering with the bell sleeve and lace neckline. Wouldn’t it be the perfect dress for Thanksgiving or a special fall dinner with these deep colors?

An elegant dress with gold details and the most sublime green.

 

How cool is the Jones patented tweed coat? Even cuter on. And yes it is water-repellant, so you can just wipe it dry. Lightweight too and doesn’t wrinkle so it may be the perfect travel piece in fall.

I have to say right here that items like this coat are what makes her collections so neat. One of a kind pieces that become even cooler as you keep them over the years are what I love about shopping at Trina and looking back on all her different collections, I wish I had bought a few more of them as they get better with time!

  Always love the Trina jewelry.

 A cute ladybug sweater.

 

This leopard vest, tweed jacket and sporty flowered bomber were just a few of the jackets.

This dress is a great pick for upcoming parties. April in the black version below…

 The Panache dress is another fun cocktail dress.
Also this Splendid dress!
April looking graceful in the navy version of the Panache dress.
For daytime and more casual wear this Jaxson dress was adorable on April.

 

The Keleigh is another shirtdress with cute contrasting cuffs and belt.

 

The Opulent jacket in a tattersall check has a very cute back detail …

 

This jacket is beautifully made with a deep red lining with navy polka dots and the darling buttons. I’m kind of a jacket junkie. I think nothing looks more polished than a little jacket. The picture doesn’t do it justice and the special details in her clothes them even cooler.

 

 

 So many beautiful items. I’m just showing a fraction.

April loved this chambray dress, a fall version of the blue one she owns. This has a grayish wash on it and we agreed this is the perfect throw on dress that felt great.

Below is the black version of the zip up shirtdress I wore in pink at the top of the post.

Simple and yet so chic! Hard to decide what I like more black or the pink Darya dress, but it is something everyone would love to have in the closet.

More snazzy accessories…

Lots to love at the beautiful Trina Turk Burlingame store. I didn’t even show swim, coverups, sunglasses and so much more.

Downtown Burlingame is a cute spot and a great chance to enjoy a day out with a friend and have lunch.

The team who work at this Trina store are very cool ladies and know what looks great. If you can’t make my event, visit them sometime. The store itself is a modern gem- beautifully designed and always a joy to see what they have from this California designer. You can find more of her fall collection on the Trina Turk site.

Want to know more about Trina who is a San Jose native and California designer? Read my previous post here.

See you Saturday!

Kim and April

Trina Turk Burlingame Store
1223 Burlingame Avenue
Burlingame, CA
(650) 340-8540

Join Me and Ms B at Trina Turk this Saturday!

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If you read this blog you know I’m a huge fan of California designer Trina Turk and her beautiful clothing. I’ve feel so lucky to have collaborated with my friends at the Trina Turk Burlingame store on some fun events and I’m happy to share we have another coming up this Saturday, March 11. Trina makes beautiful clothes and accessories and our event is a perfect time to get a special item for upcoming getaways, holidays or to just add something unique to your wardrobe to cherish. After doing these shopping days a few years now, I have to say my Trina pieces are my go-tos that I love wearing. The idea of collecting special items over time makes so much sense and I like being able to shop my own closet when an social occasion happens, and also be able to throw the cutest vacation items in my bag and go!

This shopping day is going to be even more fun as I am doing this in conjunction with my dear friend April, of Ms Bin the Bay Area. April, who lives up the peninsula from me, also blogs about travel, fashion, lifestyle and things Northern California related. I think we are very similar!  Both of us will be there to help you shop and pull together pretty looks for anyone who stops in.

April above, and I have scoped out all the greatest pieces and accessories from this new collection when we previewed it last week in Burlingame. We had an absolute blast trying things on and got a feel for who would look great in each item. I have to tell you it was really hard for us to decide what we each wanted to wear for the event.

During our Saturday event all the new collection and regular priced merchandise will be 25% off! There will be refreshments as well, so pop in by and see what is happening.

Trina took inspiration for this collection from a recent trip to Cuba. 

Below some snaps of our most wanted from the Burlingame boutique and even more items are arriving before Saturday’s event which will be 10-1. You can make a day of it if you bring and friend and have lunch afterwards on one of my favorite shopping streets in all of California, Burlingame Avenue, where the Trina boutique is located.

We can’t wait to see you all this Saturday!

Kim & April!

P.S. LOVE this little clip of Havana made by Trina Turk. It shows the darling ice cream parlour, Coppelia, which is vintage 1960’s that inspired the colors and looks of this collection.

Why I ♥ Trina Turk

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There are a lot of choices in this world, especially when it comes to clothes. That’s why I appreciate designers like California’s Trina Turk. As I try to buy less in this world, I want to buy unique and special as well as good quality. That is the hallmark of a Trina Turk garment- beautiful details you won’t find in mass produced clothes, unique colors and fabrics, and above all- superior workmanship. That is why I loved our event on Thursday. It made me proud to partner with such a wonderful company. It didn’t hurt that the clothing was beyond gorgeous!

Thursday I spent the day helping customers find and mix many looks with the Spring II Collection at the Burlingame Trina Turk store. We had the best time and many just stopped in to check it out and try a few things on. After four hours in the store I decided that I loved the clothes and much more. Trina Turk comes out with 11 new collections a year, so the Burlingame location is always fresh with new items and their customers love. The clothes tend to move pretty fast here.
Above I am wearing the Patsy dress I chose and it’s also in the center window display.
Something about the very cool fabric and the darling ball trim on the bottom made it so whimsical. I just love it!
Planning what I was going to wear with my dress..You can see the neat fabric design.

 It flatters, and my friend and blogger Jennifer of A Well Styled Life looked great in it too…

I love that most of the dresses are lined which makes them feel and look great.

 Elizabeth of The Vintage Contessa came by and also tried on some new things from the collection. Elizabeth looks amazing in vibrant colors.
She knows her unique look and bought these Viva la Vida pants and also got this great Anissa  dress below, which she plans on wearing as a top piece. Love Elizabeth’s style! She adds her own special twist to everything with great accessories and pieces like these.
  Jennifer looks terrific in the classics like the chicest black pantsuit which everyone should have for a dressy evening.
Just add champagne!  SO cute. 
Yet she does color well and this Maize maxi dress was very pretty on her too.
With all the activity happening during the event, we had the pleasure of meeting Trina’s sweet sister when she stopped by. She’s local and we grew up in the same neighborhood and attended the same junior high … Small world! 
Here she is with two of the terrific ladies, Betsey and Dana, who work at the Burlingame store. The staff at this store have a loyal following. They know the clothes and what looks great together as well as what flatters certain bodies. It’s amazing how spot on their suggestions were for some customers.
This cute customer paired this great fringe jacket with a silky strapless top and pencil skirt. Loved this look for it’s day to evening functionality! Wonderful too for a wedding and the reception after! Again a cute mod necklace really completed this.
 Maybe it’s spring fever, but I am ready for more color and some brights in my wardrobe. I found these cute shorts and top that I didn’t notice before. (Confession- I found a ton of things in my four hours as expected.)  I adore the fringe and the wonderful fabric. Those little details are what sets her clothes apart. The back has a deep V, but you can still wear a bra. 
 These kind of shorts are what one used to call ‘hot pants’ in the 70s when I was a girl and my mom shopped at the very chic Joseph Magnin for such things. Trina Turk reminds me a lot of that store and it’s hip vibe, which is still embedded in my brain!
This outfit is perfect with a long gold necklace and some pretty jeweled sandals for a night out.
On the subject of sandals, Trina’s shoes were the other thing we discovered Thursday. They are fabulous, comfortable and looked good with so much. These suede wrap sandals, which Jennifer modeled and bought, felt terrific on and were perfect with all the dresses and clothes. Jennifer ended up purchasing the soft metallic gold tone they come in. I love this blue too. Aren’t they modern? They have a kitten heel.
I’m also thinking these Catalina flats with rubber sole for running about this summer…Just add pretty bright toe color!
The Bellota sandal though, would dress up jeans and a blouse in a Palm Springs way!
So many floaty and feminine little tops too.
I spent time with the home goods. I’m always torn between home and clothing purchases! The pillows are gorgeous and I am planning to add some to my white couch and brighten up the house for Spring. 
Just a few… There are rugs as well.
How awesome are these ice buckets? I see a poolside bar in my future.
Lovely, lovely things!
I do hope we get to do another event again because I think so many of you Northern Cal gals are just learning about the Burlingame location. The entire Trina Turk clothing collection is there and if you want clothes that are uniquely Californian you need to see it. 
Thanks everyone at Trina Turk for the wonderful afternoon and my beautiful dress.
Hope you get to experience a little Trina soon. It will brighten your day for sure.
Kim

Join Me for a Style Event at Trina Turk!

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Today I got the opportunity to see the gorgeous Spring II collection from Trina Turk at the beautiful Northern California flagship store in Burlingame. Next Thursday I’m hosting a special style event there from 1-4. You can see the new collection and get 20% off any full priced items in store, including swim!  It’s a perfect time to get a frock for that special event coming up or just see what Trina’s clothes are all about and try on a few looks.

The Peggy dress has the loveliest fabric and embellishments!

I have written previously about Trina, who is from San Jose and a native California girl. I love that her clothes embody the California lifestyle and really are made in California. The quality of the clothes and fabrics is fantastic. They have a uniqueness to them that gives them an enduring appeal. I could imagine collecting these pretty pieces to wear over a lifetime. It’s rare to see garments made so well in today’s world.

Here’s a little peek at what is in the store right now. Burlingame is the only Northern Cal location, but it’s a good one. It’s right in the middle of Burlingame Avenue, which has been recently renovated and is a charming downtown with many bakeries, restaurants, and terrific shopping. 


 I’m crazy for all the details at this store even the fabric on the dressing room walls….

So many stunning dresses! Yet there’s much more than dresses…

There are versatile tops like this Coddington sweater. Love the necklace!

There are cool bags and shoes and many kinds of shorts, pants, skirts and jumpsuits!

This Sunset maxi dress reminded me of the late 70s. 
This print is so fun and it comes in a sweater version as well.
 I loved this jacket too and shorts that went with it. I’m a sucker for anything with fringe.
This is only a small bit of this store that filled with beautiful things!
I choose a dress from the Spring II collection which just arrived in store.
(Okay bear with my selfies, but I wanted to show a few of these.)

Adored the Museum dress which also comes in white and has the cutest ball tassels on the hem.

Then there was the Clair, a quintessential California cotton lace dress. So comfy and flattering with a bell sleeve. Could you just see Linda Ronstadt in this circa 1974 or something? LOVE!

I was drawn to this pretty jacquard fabric on the Patsy dress which had the cute trim!
This floaty Nancey top and khakis with jewel trim was more casual still pretty.
Other reasons to love Trina…her fabulous jewelry…
 Just the thing to compliment her modern designs.
 There is also a new activewear line with terrific jackets, leggings and even tennis skirts!!

Don’t forget the famous swim section… All you need is here to make your vacation dreams a reality including the cute ice buckets.

Rompers and coverups!

I really want one of these fab wrap one pieces.
There is home decor too…


There are vibrant pillows and rugs and if you cannot live in Palm Springs your home can still have that happy California vibe!

Please come see me next week and even make a day of it and have lunch on the avenue or come later and do dinner.  We will have a fun afternoon with light refreshments and I look forward to showing all the new pretty looks and how you can style them. I will be wearing my new dress. Can you guess what I chose? It wasn’t easy. I will share it next week at the event!

I looking forward to meeting some of you and seeing you there!
Kim
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