Shopping Fever

This past week, I braved the crazy traffic and tourists for a major shopping trip to Union Square, in San Francisco.  I've been on a craze to get more clothes and especially shoes that are work appropriate as 90% of my shoes are definitley NOT.  I think it is safe to assume I had a successful trip if you see some of the photos below.  I also can not believe August is almost over!

 The damage from the first day of shopping this past week.

Some of my latest shoe buys which are "work" appropriate.

OBSESSED with this necklace from J. Crew.  

M.

Fireworks Finale

I've been quite busy the past few weeks with different events and activities that seem to have finally culminated last week with the 4th of July.

One of my favorite things that I was dedicating the majority of my time to was my friend's wedding. The whole thing was very bittersweet because, although I'm so excited and happy for her to start on this new journey in life, I'm sad to see her leave as she is moving from California to New York to be with her husband. But taking a cue from M, I've now come to realize that having a friend move away isn't all bad, as it makes for a great opportunity to travel and visit them!

[Clockwise far left] Submerged floral centerpiece for the reception; 

Arrangements from bridal shower I hosted; my glittery Vince Camuto's for a glitzy pre-wedding girls night

I hope everyone had a sparkling 4th of July!

I love these weeping willow type fireworks. July 4th; San Francisco, California.

-Z

Gorgeous Day in California

The Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco, CA

San Francisco may not epitomize the quintessential California image, but it really does have a charm of its own. The Palace of Fine Arts is one of my favorite spots in the city, perfect for a picnic or nice stroll, the structure takes obvious inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman architecture and I fall more in love with it every time I visit.

Its a nice place to get away from the usual city surroundings and experience a sense of escape. Sometimes a casual catch up with a friend is made more charming in unique places like this. Do you have an oasis that you just love to go to get away from it all?

~Z