Memo 169: Bundled Up

To: All

From: Me

Date: January 14, 2015

Subject: Hayes Valley
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On my recent visit to San Francisco, I read a list online about all the things that you should not do while you're visiting. Of course, I wanted to window shop but the list told me NOT to go to Union Square. Instead, it said to browse the boutiques in Hayes Valley and that's just what I did!

Albeit, the boutiques were super cute and unique, I was, however, in San Fran right after Christmas and the person that I was with (read: my mom) wanted to experience a little bit more holiday cheer. Do you know where they had the holiday cheer? At Union Square. I will definitely return to Hayes Valley hopefully during an end of the season sale and a warmer less breezy day. Count on that!

Yeah, so about that breeze. I wasn't ready for it.  I hear 56 degrees Fahrenheit and it really doesn't translate. Living in Arizona has completely thrown off my weather barometer. I thought that this look would be appropriate for 56 degrees of coolness and I would have been right if not for the wind. See, that wind is a completely different beast.

Note to self: Stay Inside.

Get the look:

Zara Faux Fur Vest - Similar here and here

Zara Turtleneck - Similar here and here

ASOS Jacquard T-Shirt Dress - Similar here

Zara Scarf - Similar here

Leather Gloves - Similar here

Sam Edelman Boots - No Longer Available

Saks Jefferson Backpack - Sold here

The North Face Hat - Similar here and here

Memo 161: Sky High, Thigh Highs

To: All

From: Me

Date: November 18, 2014

Subject: Over-The-Knee Boots
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Looks like it's about that time for me to pull out my trusty Sam Edelman over-the-knee boots. 

I am a huge fan of the over-the-knee situation. If done right, they give just the right amount of sexiness. Often times, showing a little peak of something is even sexier than showing a whole lot of everything.

However, it all depends on where you're going and what you're going to do when you get there. This look is good for cooler weather and just about any situation; shopping, dinner, drinks….dessert ;)

And the backpack is good for conveniently carrying everything that you think you'll ever need to be successful in life; shoes, books, water bottles, make-up, and even overnight clothes. Everything. 

Look Ma, No Hands!

Get the look:

Zara Coat - Similar here

Zara Turtleneck - Similar here

Chelsea Flower Dress - Similar here

Sam Edelman Boots - Similar here

Sak Fifth Avenue Backpack - Sold here

Leather Gloves - Similar here

Memo 158: Backpacking Through U Street

To: All

From: Me

Date: November 7, 2014

Subject: DC Street Art 
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So, about this backpack trend. Yeah, I'm definitely a fan. 

When I saw this Jefferson Faux Leather backpack at Saks Off Fifth, I was instantly drawn to her. She didn't look immature like some of the others. She was very grown up; sexy, even.

Although, I mostly carried this backpack like it was a hand bag, the OPTION to strap it on was there! In life, you've got to appreciate having options.

Photography by: Amir Lowery

Website: amirlowery.com

Instagram: @princelowery

Get the look:

3.1 Phillip Lim Blazer - Sold on eBay here or similar here

Fraiche by J Crop Top - Similar here

Zara Trousers - Similar here

 ASOS Turban - Similar here 

Pour La Victoire Oxfords - Similar here

Saks Fifth Avenue Backpack - Sold here

Marc Jacobs Sunglasses - Similar here