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Why Did You Wear That: Soak It In

By Kirsten|August 25th, 2011|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

A month or so ago, I had the pleasure of staying at the Napa River Inn and while the entire place was quite magical, one of my favorite parts was the beautiful claw foot bathtub. To be honest, the only thing better than soaking all your troubles away in a beautiful big tub with fizzy bath salts is doing so with a big fizzy glass of sparkling wine. While I couldn’t document said activities on WhyDid without getting a stern email from my father, I couldn’t pass up the chance to snap some photos of this beautiful (and my dream) bathroom.

Lace pants and a silky top were perfectly sexy and sophisticated for a romantic Saturday night dinner in Napa (not so much for a bath). Accessorized with shiny metallic sandals and my go to bangles for just the right amount of sparkle.

1. Leyendecker Chopper Blouse, $231, 2. Love Moschino Black Cropped Lace Trousers, $376.20, 3. MAC Lipstick in Russian Red, $14.50, 4. Alex & Ani Set of 7 Gold Dimpled Bangles, $74.99, 5. Jimmy Choo Buzz Platform Sandals, $628

That’s the only time Smitty has been anxious to hop in the tub, FYI.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Black or White

By Kirsten|August 25th, 2011|Setting the Mood|

I always say that most things in life are incredibly black and white. I don’t really like dancing around in the grey area. In my experience, that leads to nothing but trouble. There’s something so magical about black and white photos. The playing of shadows against the subject. The contrast. Sucking out the colors to nothing but black and white can take your average photo from amateur to amazing. The same can be said about your clothing as well. While some might associate black and white with waiter wear, I think wearing something so simple conveys confidence and understated glamour.

Just a perfect examples of how opposites complement each other.

xx,

WhyDid

Lingerie: Agent Provocateur Sidonie Floral Lace Briefs, $170

Blouse: Joseph Peter Silk Crepe de Chine Blouse, $395

Shoes: Brian Atwood Lolita Ankle Strap Sandals, $1,165

Bracelet: Diane Kordas 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Bangle, $1,910

Shorts: Rag & Bone Crawford Hight Waisted Stretch Shorts, $275

Why Did You Eat That: Mamacita

By admin|August 25th, 2011|San Francisco (The Bay), Why Did You Eat That?|

I know I give San Francisco a bad rap, but I guess it’s not all bad. The do have delightful Mexican food, afterall (and I love some good Mexican food). A friend suggested we try out Mamacita in the Marina, so we obliged and were happy we did so. The place is a bit crowded on a weekend and you will probably have to wait if you don’t have a reservation. So, you’re probably going to want to go ahead and get the party started with a pitcher of pomegranate margaritas (made with pomegranate infused tequila) and a bit of the guacamole while you wait for a table. I’ve had a lot of good guacamole in my day, but never have I had any so creamy. I would love to know what they put in there to get that smooth consistency. So far, so good.

We actually didn’t have to wait as long as we’d thought and started things off with Tamales de Elote (sweet corn tamales) and Crudo de Atun (tuna tartar). Both were out. of. this. world. After gorging ourselves on appetizers , we each opted to try a different type of taco- Chuleta de Borrego (lamb), Callos de Mula (scallops), and Carnitas Cerditas (pulled pork). I would say I was the “loser” of the bunch with the pork tacos. They weren’t awful, but compared to the rest, they fell a bit flat. The word that kept coming up when testing out the other tacos was “smooth.” We were so happy with our meals that we had no room for dessert and I would absolutely head back here for my next taco fix.

So what does one wear when munching on Mexican in the Marina? This area is a bit “preppy” or maybe even “yuppy” so, most of the patrons were pretty conservatively dressed. But when’s the last time you felt the need to fit in? Keep it casual with a bit of a twist with a silky blouse, skinny jeans, and funky accessories. You’ll stand out without looking like a total outcast.

1. Ya Ya Fisher Nom De Plume Blouse, $69, 2. 7 For All Mankind Gwenevere Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans, $170, 3. Jimmy Choo Peep Toe Patent Platform Pump, $695, 4. House of Harlow Val Studded Clutch, $195, 5. Kendra Scott Nasha Necklace, $145

Bonita mamacita!

xx,

WhyDid

Look for Less: There’s A Blouse In The House

By admin|August 25th, 2011|Look for Less, Why Did You Wear That?|

A piece that all women would be wise to incorporate into their wardrobe is a feminine button down blouse. I tend to be a little “bottom” heavy – aka lots of pants and bottoms and not a top to go with ’em. A beautiful blouse can be very versatile depending on how you style it. From a casual outing (Rachel Bilson) to a very important meeting (Duchess Kate) a blouse can be worn for almost any and all occasions. Once you come to terms with the fact that titty tops are no longer appropriate, you too will be embracing the ladylike blouse.

1. Equipment Vintage Washed Blouse, $196, 2.Genetic Denim Corbin Short, $132, 3.Sam Edelman Wilma Suede Wedge Bootie, $150, 4. Ray-Ban Rounded Wayfarer Sunglasses, $103

1. Lovers & Friends Printed Boyfriend Blouse, $106, 2. Bullhead Black Vintage Flare Bright Eye Jeans, $49.50, 3. Steve Madden Westii Platform Wedge Sandals, $99.99, 4. Calvin Klein Leather Tote, $148

1. Equipment Brett Colorblock Tuxedo Blouse, $208, 2. Milly Black Button Front Skirt, $365, 3. Jimmy Choo Black Patent Leather Agnes Pump, $396

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: The Bride Wore White

By Kirsten|August 20th, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|

It should be clear by now that I’m not a huge fan of Kim Kardashian. �I am, however, a huge fan of Vera Wang. �In case you’ve been living under a rock (or you happen to spend your time bettering your mind by reading books rather than watching E! News), you are well aware that Kim will be donning Vera for her big day. �You would also know that a custom Vera Wang gown would set you back at least a cool $10K. �Luckily, when your wedding budget is a mere $29 million, ten grand is nothing!

But for the rest of us, a ten thousand dollar dress might hurt our wallets. �No need to worry though. �Earlier this year, Vera Wang partnered with David’s Bridal to create a more affordable option for blushing brides everywhere. �White by Vera Wang ranges from $600-$1400 and looks like it could sit on the rack right next to her luxury bridal line. �So, if you’re in the market for a beautiful bridal gown, or you just like to look, check out White by Vera Wang for David’s Bridal: