Sparkle

Monday, September 12, 2011

A beaded chevron clutch, the loveliest pair of crystal earrings and a breathtakingly simple set of rings-I love the sophisticated sparkle!

This weekend was as jam-packed as it was delightful; John and I left school and the office at normal hours on Friday afternoon so we could enjoy our guests, tacos and each other. I made the trek down to Mountain View with him bright and early Saturday morning for a lesson which we wisely followed up with a long lunch at John's favorite spot, Hayes and Kebab. We learned to shuck our own oysters on Saturday night; they were the perfect appetizer, along with a plate of cheeses and soppressata, for a gorgeous paella full of chorizo, bay scallops, shrimp and squid.

After more Mediterranean food for brunch on Sunday, my dear friend Becky, who's staying with us while she house hunts in San Francisco, and I caught up and enjoyed the gorgeous San Francisco weather while John logged hours in the practice room. A simple supper and an early bedtime was just what we needed to tackle Monday morning!

What were you up to this weekend–late dinners, afternoon cocktails or finding a new favorite neighborhood?


Photo by Karen Wise.
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42 comments:

  1. ChelseaSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Oh, that clutch is killing me. Killing me...Well, it sounds like you had a lovely weekend, and I am so glad! xoxo

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  2. LisaSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    I'm pretty sure everything should have either chevron or some sparkle, so this clutch is kind of overwhelming in how perfect it is! :) Your weekend sounds like it was wonderful, and I hope the week ahead is just as good!
    Lisa xoxo

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Sounds like a great weekend :)

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  4. a little black cloud in a dressSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    I'm not usually one to swoon over purses, but that clutch is so cute.

    Your weekends are always so delicious sounding. :]

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  5. Anastasia SchembriSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Wow, that clutch is beyond fabulous!!
    As always, your weekend sounds like it was absolutely delighful!
    Mine was spent driving my kiddies to 5 different birthday parties (yes, that's right, I said 5!) but I still got a chance to sink my teeth into a new book called "Flapper' that delves into the Jazz Age, a little Fitzgerald, the roaring 20's and the women who epitomized the flapper. Really fascinating stuff!!

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    That purse is amazing! I have such a thing for chevron at the moment!

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  7. postcards and prettiesSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    you had me at beaded chevron clutch

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  8. LucindaSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Soppressata & Cheese makes me weak in the knees!!!LOve Love that fab sparkly clutch!!

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  9. Mary ShouvlinSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    yum- love mediterranean food! sounds like a wonderful weekend!!

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  10. AlexaSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Relaxing with my parents in Marin! Drinking wine, eating pasta and dealing with an extremely fussy baby who is teething. So not sure how relaxing exactly...but it's nice to have help! Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend! :)

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  11. Ana DegenaarSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    What a gorg clutch, I am smitten!

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  12. Spun Sugar Suite ~ NeallieSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    What a beautiful photo you found! I spent the weekend catching up with my mom with a glass of wine and a sunny dinner :)

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  13. Tiffany KadaniSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    We seriously need to get together and just eat. I cannot believe you always eat so well! Have you been to Mediterranie? There's a few of them but the best one is in Castro. It's my favorite place to go in the city.

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  14. Haley{PairsandPours}September 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    that dinner sounds amazing! love oysters :)

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  15. jillian :: cornflake dreams.September 12, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    im so glad you had fun with your guests! sounds like lots of tasty treats :) i am a sucker for mediterranean food. as for the sparkle?! love it! i am on the hunt for some rose-gold deco pieces for the wedding. xo

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  16. JohannaSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Wow...that clutch! Your meals sound amazing!

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  17. Claire @ The Realistic WeddingSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    That picture is a DREAM!! What a fun weekend you had! I was at a wedding in Ohio and it was amazing. Lots of drinks, though, which are really hindering my Monday haha.

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  18. Something Old, Something NewSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    oooh I just love that clutch!!

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  19. this free birdSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Girl I'm horrified to admit I spent Friday night in the Chef's lounge where 3 female strippers showed up late, kinda tossed up, and tried to get me to go for a night on the town with them. Have you ever tried to keep a look of horror off your face?? HALP!

    I would have loved to hide behind that chevron clutch.

    xo,
    C

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  20. AmberSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I agree with Dancing Branflake, you two eat like kings. :)

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  21. VictoriaSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Wow, I am pretty much in love with that clutch!!

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  22. AprilSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    I seriously need to make more time for reading, that's not school related reading. Your weekend sounds so nice!! Mine was pretty okay - spent some time by the pool with friends, late drinks and watching karaoke at a local Mexican restaurant. Pretty okay. :)

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  23. Proper PaigeSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    What a great weekend! We took it easy, ate pho, took naps, and enjoyed the Little Dude. Glad you had a good one, too!

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  24. GloriaSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    What a fabulous clutch! Any weekend that involves delicious paella is a success in my book :-)

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  25. ashSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    simple and effective accessories! looks perfect!!

    http://memyclothesni.blogspot.com

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  26. SigneSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Very pretty :)
    And glad to hear you had a lovely weekend!

    Hugs,
    Signe

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  27. Mighty BurnsSeptember 12, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    your weekend sounds delish!
    i love the clutch my goodness! I went window shopping this weekend which both inspired and depressed me lol

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  28. Stephanie Elizabeth {Fab You Bliss}September 12, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Sounds like you had a lovely weekend! PS..the clutch, rings and earrings are gorg!

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  29. Aleah + Nick ValleySeptember 12, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Lovely, indeed! What a sweet little collection! Our weekend was great - Friday was our Thanksgiving shoot so the rest was spent catching up on work and relaxing!

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  30. Sarah is here for the sandwichesSeptember 12, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Simple and glamorous is best, and I adore (adore adore) that chevron clutch. Your weekend sounds delightful! Tacos for all!

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  31. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsSeptember 12, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Oh my- that paella sounds amazing.

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  32. Gorgeous GlamSeptember 12, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    your weekends always sounds so fabulous! All that food sounds heavenly!! xo -Taj

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  33. Alicia@CharityWeddingSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    I'm loving that clutch! I'm glad your weekend was filled with fun and food!

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  34. christine, just bellaSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Sounds like such a great weekend! And that purse?! Wow.

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  35. Kayla PooleSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    oysters? cocktails? paella? you're the fanciest and awesomest person ever.

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  36. lizzieSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    that clutch is seriously freaking me out with how pretty it is.

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  37. jamesSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    ahhh! i need that clutch in my life!!

    xx

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  38. Soulful MamaSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    You always have such sumptuous meals! Love hearing about them :-)

    ~ Clare x

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  39. Rhiannon BosseSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    That clutch! Is Perfection.

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  40. Veronika Novotny September 13, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Yay for tacos, sounds like you had a delightful weekend. And oh my goodness, that chevron clutch is amazing!! Ah, want it. Hope your week is a fabulous one. xo veronika

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  41. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Your weekend was packed with great activities!!! Happy to hear you enjoyed it!! wish you a glittering Wednesday sweetie

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  42. PalomaSeptember 18, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    that clutch needs to be mine.

    and you had me at paella..

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