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How a Disney Movie Helped Me Understand Moving to Silicon Valley

Posted on July 27, 2015 1 Comment

“I miss Minnesota.” Those words uttered by the main character during the climax of the Inside Out movie resonated with me as the pending tears dripped down my face, and likely into my last handfuls of popcorn. A huge animation fan and even bigger supporter of Disney, the storyline, message, and character development of Inside […]

Bring Out the Bright

Posted on April 9, 2014 1 Comment

It’s topping out here around 80 + degrees in the Valley and I’m so ready for it! Not that I can complain, “winter” here is made up of a few passing sprinkles and clouds. Though it still feels good to have a warm breeze. Banana Republic has come out with these fabulous bright prints that are just […]

Geocaching is My Thrift Shop

Posted on April 6, 2014 3 Comments

Have you ever been Geocaching before? Brice and I recently started searching for “treasure” everywhere from a stop signs to picnic benches. People all over the world hide these small containers with “treasures” in secret locations located by GPS coordinates. It’s easy to get involved and a fun way to get outside. You’ll never guess […]

Año Nuevo State Park: Elephant Seals + Pups!

Posted on March 30, 2014 Leave a Comment

Last weekend, my sister-in-law visited us in the Bay Area and we took her to Año Nuevo State Park, which has been on our bucket list since we moved here. Brice and I being big animal-lovers, this is the ideal weekend spot for us. It’s important you purchase tickets ahead of time if you are planning to […]

Friday OOTD: Spring Consigment Fashion

Posted on March 14, 2014 Leave a Comment

Had a meeting with some of my work leadership today and wanted to keep things professional and fun. Paired a Banana Republic shift with a white seersucker blazer. The BR shift I got from Crossroads Trading Co. in San Jose for $6! Of course, some of my favorite Chloe and Isabel pieces are the square […]

Polyvore Meetup: Recap

Posted on March 13, 2014 Leave a Comment

We had a fantastic Polyvore Meetup this last saturday! Met some really talented bloggers and was able to connect with some down-to-earth shopkeepers at the Snake & Butterfly in downtown Campbell. It was a very successful event and can’t wait to plan our next Polyvore Meetup! My cute Francesca’s skirt, Gap flats and Polyvore t-shirt […]

This Saturday: Polyvore Meetup Boutique Crawl and Jewelry Pop-up

Posted on March 7, 2014 Leave a Comment

Join the third largest Polyvore Meetup this Saturday, March 7, 2014 in Downtown Campbell for a jewelry pop-up shop at the Snake & Butterfly and a boutique crawl through the many adorable Campbell Ave. boutiques! What is Polyvore? “Polyvore is a new way to discover and shop for things you love. Polyvore’s global community has created […]

Bay Area Fashion Week Oscars Party Recap

Posted on March 3, 2014 1 Comment

Finally! A fashion event in the South Bay. An organization, Bay Area Fashion Week, held an Oscars party and fashion show last evening at the Sheraton Four Points Mosaic Bar. It was fun to get together with another blogger, LooksILove (Deanna) and talk fashion during the show. Check out the video of the fashion show […]

“Givin’ Him the Business” [Men’s Style]

Posted on February 27, 2014 2 Comments

My husband needs a wardrobe update. He’s a pretty basic guy, mostly jeans and a button up are his #OOTD style. And style for guys doesn’t turnover much- but there’s a point where there just needs to be some change. To help him weed through the #NYFW S/S 14 craziness of oiled up dudes wearing […]

OOTD: Lola Dress and Camp Lamp Earrings

Posted on February 26, 2014 Leave a Comment

It’s early in the morning. Yikes! Last week I wore one of my favorite “business casual” aka super comfy outfits to work. I found this Lola dress at TJ Maxx and decided to pair it with my favorite Ruby Ribbon leggings. If you haven’t gotten your pair of RR leggings- do not pass go do […]

Goodbye, Chloe and Isabel!

Posted on February 17, 2014 3 Comments

Unfortunately, this weekend I made the difficult choice to end my partnership with Chloe and Isabel. A few things changed within the company and it became a conflict of interest with my current work. Thank you all so very much for your support, patronage, and encouragement YOU all made this adventure possible. I love Chloe […]

Valentine’s Day: Chloe and Isabel Treasures

Posted on February 3, 2014 Leave a Comment

Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day, I pulled together a few top picks for that special someone. I also created a section of my shop dedicated to the best pieces for your loved ones. Petite Marquise Crystal Collar Necklace + Petite Baguette + Chain Bracelet: This is a great alternative Valentine’s Day […]

Rings and Redwoods Style: Friday Fashion

Posted on November 8, 2013 Leave a Comment

Rings and Redwoods Style: Friday Fashion by ringsandredwood featuring a long sleeve cardigan Long sleeve cardigantarget.com Banana republic pantsbananarepublic.gap.com Gray knee high socks$72 – black.co.uk Frye knee high bootsheels.com Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Printed Denim Top – Graytarget.com chloe + isabelchloeandisabel.com chloe + isabel CLASSIC PEARL STUD EARRINGSchloeandisabel.com Aveda ‘Comforting’ Tea Bagsnordstrom.com

Chloe + Isabel Behind the Scenes

Posted on November 8, 2013 Leave a Comment

Behind the Scenes: From Chloe + Isabel Design Director, Casey Driskill, on the Sacarab Statment Necklace: “The Egyptian revival jewelry of the 1920s was our main source of inspiration here. The scarab beetle is an ancient good luck charm; we upped the glamour by adding in Deco details.”

Rings and Redwoods Style: Today’s Outfit

Posted on November 6, 2013 Leave a Comment

Rings and Redwoods Style: Today’s Outfit by ringsandredwood featuring ceramic mugs Banana Republic v neck topbananarepublic.gap.com Banana Republic pantsbananarepublic.gap.com Naturalizer flat shoesamazon.com Classic Coffee Tea by Yedi ceramic mugbloomingdales.com chloe + isabelchloeandisabel.com Still Life Photography, Vintage Books Photo, Home Decor, Bedroom,…etsy.com chloe + isabelchloeandisabel.com

Rings and Redwoods Style: Today’s Outfit

Posted on November 5, 2013 Leave a Comment

Rings and Redwoods Style: Today’s Outfit by ringsandredwood featuring black tops Banana Republic black topbananarepublic.gap.com Petite pantstarget.com Sam Edelman flatnordstrom.com Fossil purse$205 – johnlewis.com Chloé earringschloeandisabel.com Lip treatmenttarget.com Home decordesigndarling.com Twin Pen Set design by Wild & Wolfburkedecor.com chloe + isabel PETITE CRYSTAL STATION + CHAIN BRACELETchloeandisabel.com chloe + isabelchloeandisabel.com

Brooke’s Chloe + Isabel Pinterest Party Pop-Up Shop

Posted on October 16, 2013 Leave a Comment

I am so excited that my good friend, Brooke Gulbrandson is hosting a Chloe + Isabel Pinterest Party Pop-Up Shop TONIGHT! It is very exciting that my Chloe + Isabel business is growing and my good friends are getting involved. I would love your support and please check out Brooke’s online pop-up shop. Post by Rings […]

Fall Fashion: The Golden Honeycomb Ring

Posted on October 8, 2013 Leave a Comment

This is one of my favorite Chloe + Isabel pieces for fall, the Golden Honeycomb Ring! It is so simple, and easy to wear. Check out my boutique online and order yours today.

Polyvore Meetup San Jose Short Film Festival: Comedy Night

Posted on October 3, 2013 Leave a Comment

Polyvore Meetup San Jose Short Film Festival: Comedy Night by ringsandredwood featuring a chunky heel bootie Proenza Schouler abstract shirtmytheresa.com Ralph Lauren Black Label pants$730 – harrods.com Jessica Simpson chunky heel bootienordstrom.com Diane Von Furstenberg colorful clutchstylebop.com J Crew lip makeupjcrew.com Christian dior nail polishcusp.com Design 55 tripod floor lamp$590 – design55online.co.uk chloe + isabelchloeandisabel.com chloe + isabelchloeandisabel.com

Fall Fashion: The Pantone Color Report

Posted on September 24, 2013 Leave a Comment

Pantone Fall 2013 Color Report by ringsandredwood featuring bracelets chloe + isabel chloeandisabel.com chloe + isabel chloeandisabel.com chloe + isabel chloeandisabel.com chloe + isabel chloeandisabel.com chloe + isabel chloeandisabel.com

Fall Fashion: Navy Wedding

Posted on September 19, 2013 Leave a Comment

Fall Fashion: Weddings by ringsandredwood featuring Manolo Blahnik pumps Manolo Blahnik pumps barneys.com Bracelet chloeandisabel.com chloe + isabel chloeandisabel.com