Fall Finds with SFGoodwill

This post was sponsored by Goodwill. All opinions are our own.

On Whit: Oak + Fort Grid Print Shift Dress via Goodwill (West Portal Location)
On Mal: Self Portrait Asymmetrical Top via Goodwill (West Portal Location, designer section)

Those who have been following us for a long time will remember the days when we would wear outfits that were exclusively thrifted. The thrill of finding something and figuring out how to make it work has always been a fun challenge.

Now that we are older, we don't have the time to go sifting through the racks at giant shops like Thrift Town (RIP), which is why it is nice to have Goodwill boutiques in San Francisco. With a more curated selection (including some designer stuff), it is actually easy to find can't-believe-this-is-here pieces.

Case in point -- this dress from Oak + Fort literally still had tags on it in the Goodwill store....so for $20 this was a huge steal. Also THE Self Portrait top. Bless the SF lady who decided to give this up to Goodwill...we still can't believe we found it! Other finds included matching cashmere tops for $20 (stay tuned, they will probably show up in our feed soon), and a button silk top (also still with tags). We also found some great Zara, Madewell and J.Crew stuff for super cheap.

When we posted our finds on our insta stories, someone immediately responded with "I feel like I never find anything!" and if you feel that way, we say check out Goodwill in SF (especially the West Portal location) because you will be surprised!

Beret in Monterey

On Mal: Beret via Amazon, H&M Blazer, Theory Coat (via outlet, similar),  Levi's Ribcage Cropped Flare,  Aritzia Babaton Knit Crop Top (sold out, similar), Marni bag via TheRealReal, Everlane The Boss Mule

Photos by Tyler

Whoops -- long time, no post. Life has been moving fast for the both of us...between work, weddings, and new nieces and nephews, it has been hard to keep up with posting.We are ~slightly~ more active on Instagram, but want to get back to posting soon (or at least after Whitney's wedding...she has lot's of planning to do, and I still have a speech to write).

At any rate, the most important thing I have been up to is becoming that girl who wears berets. I wore it to work a couple times, and of course got teased by my coworkers -- one told me I just need to start carrying around an artist's palette. But I am not deterred...I like my outfits to be one accessory away from a halloween costume.

Rooftop Views

 On Whit: Madewell polka dot tank via Nordstrom Rack, Levi's ribcage straight ankle jeans via outlets ($40!), Arno Cooperative star mules, San Diego Hat Company hat

On Mal: Lucky Brand Bridgette Crop Jean (size down), Anthropologie Camisole (old), All Saints Balfern Leather jacket (color sold out, Suede version here), Marc Fisher boots (old, similar below)

If you haven't already noticed our obsession with wide leg denim recently, here are a couple more styles that we've found to be flattering. The Levi's ribicage fit is super high waisted without looking too mom jean-like and Whit looks taller! The non stretchy material and raw hem gives it a more vintage look. But if you go for a more stretchy fit, Lucky has some cute styles on sale, like the pair Mal is wearing (size down, Mal's pair has stretched out a little too much).

On Whit:

On Mal:

Carmen Miranda

On Mal: Collusion Ruched Off the Shoulder Top, Levis Wedgie Straight Jean, My Accessories London Headband, Zara Flats (old, similar below)


I was going for Chiquita banana, but I got the reaction that I looked like Jim Carrey in The Mask -__-

Shopping // Chunky Hoop Earrings

In case you haven't noticed, we're all about statement earrings (see here, and here). Good thing they are back in a good way....love the matte option from Madewell, but shop all our picks below:

Slightly Steampunk

On Mal: Krewe Orleans Blinker, Wilfred Ecoulement Jumpsuit (old, similar), Lucky Oversize Trucker Jacket, AndSeeYou Cylinder Bag (from Korea), Zara Leather Boots (old)

Somewhere between witch (pointy boots) and steampunk (goggle-y glasses) is this outfit.

Shopping // Wide Leg Crops

 

Wide leg pants are one of our wardrobe essentials. And if you get a cropped pair, it even works for petites (like us). The Madewell Emmett is one of our favorites, but we've been toying with trying out the Everlane pair as well! 

Straw Hat, Summer Grass

On Mal: H&M Knit Dress, Lucky Brand Oversized Denim Trucker Jacket, Staw Hat (similar), Vintage Basket bag

Photos by Tyler

The weather has been so hot and cold lately, that of course when we shot these photos the wind starte blowing. Peanut wanted to go find the source of the rustling in the grass (ground squirrel) but was generally pretty good at sitting still for some photos.

Styling Drapey Pants

I found these tie waist pants at Anthro on sale for $25 a few months ago and couldn't resist. I have been going through a loose-pants phase, and not only because I put on a few lbs after starting my new job lol.  Even though they feel like pajamas, draped pants look fancier than denim.

I've found these to pair well with both fitted tops for a formal look, and loose tops like the one I'm wearing if you're feeling more casual (or bloated).

On Mal: Anthropologie Tie Waist Jacquard Ankle Trousers (old, similar),  H&M Ribbed Sweatshirt (old), Forever 21 Ball Hoop Earrings (old), Zara slides (old, similar), JW Anderson Medium Pierce Bag

Clarins Joli Rouge Review

Color (Cinnamon) swatch from L to R: 
Classic Joli Rouge for Satin finish; Joli Rouge Brilliant for Shiny & Sheer finish; Joli Rouge Velvet for Matte

On Whit: Clarins Joli Rouge for Satin Finish in Cinnamon

Clarins recently launched 20 new shades and 3 finishes of their Joli Rouge lippies! How exciting --we've already been long time fans of Clarins Joli Rouge. As you can tell from the swatch, the finishes are very appropriately named!

What we love about them:
1) they're long-lasting (up to 6 hrs!)
2) they're very moisturizing

Moisturizing lipsticks are a must because I'm prone to having chapped lips. On application, they feel like chapstick. Just like butter!

Summer in Pleated Midi Skirt

 
On Whit: J.Crew Button Front Ruffle top (old), Uniqlo midi skirt (old) similar here, Superga sneakers, c/o Tenth Street Marseille Hat, J.Crew rhinestone earrings, Chloe Mini Kurtis

It's been a while and it feels so good to be blogging again! After committing to a career change about a year ago, my life is finally "normal again".  I'm getting back into the routine of things with my new job and new dog. I'm a dog mom! You're never going to guess what dog I adopted...

Ruffled Sleeves

On Mallory: Club Monaco Sancerie Sweater - on sale for $30 (!!) when you get extra 40% off, Chloé Nile Minaudiere in Airy Gray (color sold out), Levi's Wedgie Jean (hate the name tbh),  ShopAkira Satin Bow Flats (old, similar linked below)

True story: Whitney and I ordered this same sweater, but Whit said it was too crazy for her lol. Me, I have already worn it several times 🤷🏻‍♀️.  Plus, you can't beat Club Monaco for $30!

In other life news, it has been hard to keep the blog up with work. It still is hard to adjust to that start-up life I guess. That, and I have been lucky to be able to be traveling a lot this summer! I'll be posting about my Japan trip shortly :)

The Perfect Linen Dress

On Mal: Lack Of Color Ivory Rancher Hat, Karen Walker Harvest Sunglasses, Gap Denim Jacket, Urban Outfitters UO Amber Button-Down Linen Midi Dress, vintage basket, Zara Gold Strap Sandals (old)

I impulse-bought this dress when Urban had sale on dresses, and I am so glad I did. I love the buttons, the shape is flattering, and the back is elastic so you can have a hefty lunch and not feel pinched!

Dressed up Denim at Hall Wines

A couple weeks ago, we got invited by Hall Wines to celebrate the launch of their new brand, BACA zinfandel. We are never ones to turn down the chance to eat and drink, but having been to Hall before on our own, we knew we def wanted to go back. Gotta love that light saber bunny. And we actually liked all the wines we tried (but Cat's Cradle is the best).

We also used the event as an excuse to celebrate our new jobs! We have both been busy getting up to speed in our new roles (Whit is now a software engineer, and I'm now a product designer) so haven't had as much time to hang out, or blog for that matter.  We are hoping to fix that soon, though! We also post much more often on Insta and on Insta stories if you are ever curious what we are up to.