ChasingKendall

From cracking a beer while behind the boat wake-surfing, to really “just” surfing…🚤🌊🍺🏄
From 2 piña coladas a day, everyday, to 2 mai tais at night, every night…😆💫🍹
From one private beach moment to one sunset kiss…🏖🌅

And of course, a lovely Hawaiian Thanksgiving dinner with the fam🍴🦃🍸 to then later being 86’d from a bar, 😳 I’d say Hawaii turned out to be a pretty damn good week, don’t you think? Made even better when wearing the perfect resort wear look! 💁👒👙

But really though… Finally being able to bust out that favorite swimsuit and cute coverup already stored away for winter is a V satisfying moment. Actually, putting on the BIGGEST straw hat and sunglasses one owns. 😍👒 But what really sealed the deal – this Kayu Straw beach bag – carried it everyyyywhere.🙌 The big size was excellent for all day activity. I carried change of clothes, my camera, towel, mags, sunscreen etc, lovedddd it!

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Wearing // Shoes: Sandro Paris (similar: here, here)/ Swimsuit: Onia (similar: here, here) / Romper: Missoni (similar: here, here) / Sunglasses: Amazon / Hat: Gigi Burris (similar) / / Bag: Kayu / Lipstick: Bite //

Colors (left to right) // Pantone Black 4C / Pantone 628C (70%) / Pantone 7711C / Pantone 7729C / Pantone 168C //

Discover Stuff

Time to Entertain Pt. 2

Posted on November 18, 2016

It’s that CRAZYYY time of year again, when you’re overbooked, overworked and ready to EAT & DRINK with friends! 🍷🍽👭 From friendsgivings to holiday parties, I know how stressful this time of year can be for all you festive party throwers! 👏🏼👏🏼🎉🍁🎄 So I wanted to make yours easier by gathering all my favorite “hosting essentials” to make your fall/winter parties simply fabbbulousss. 💁🏼✨

Last week, I put together my top barware essentials, 🍸 but this week I wanted to focus more on creating an inviting (and lets be honest, “instagrammable” 😜) space for you and your guests! While it’s V important to serve drinks in the proper glassware, it’s probbb more important that you have a gorgeous looking (and smelling 😉🕯) home to have everyone over in. Time to host like a rockstar!!💃🏼🌟

Day Style

“Professional” Days

Posted on November 16, 2016

When I feel thirsty, I drink wine!…and lots of it 😜🍷

When I feel happy, I go dance under the disco ball…ANY disco ball.💫✨🙌✨💫

And when I wanna feel professional, I wear pinstripes!🤓 …Pinstripe trousers to be exact 😉 👖

Usually I gravitate towards a more laid-back style (guess its the Californian in me) but sometimes you just wake up and wanna kick some ass in very “work appropriate” attire, am I right?!💥💃 Funny that term, “work appropriate” …Gone are the days when you had to be so fancy at work. Although if it justifies a Coach bag purchase then let’s pretend they aren’t.😉👜

Anyway, nothing like a wintery monochrome look with some pinstripes to class up the work day (or hide a hangover at your desk😎😏). Ooo and lately I’ve been seriously diggin’ the half tuck!👇 (Style tip!) I loveee to tuck in the front of my sweater and let the back hang outtt! Or for a button up shirt, just tuck in one half. 👌👌👌

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Pantones of the Post

Wearing // Shoes: Prada (similar) / Skirt: Pants (vintage from Helpers House of Couture) similar: here, here / Turtleneck: Paychi Guh (similar: here, here) / Coat: Oak+Fort (similar: here, here) / Belt: Forever21 / Sunglasses: Nastygal / Purse: Coach / Lipstick: MAC //

Colors (left to right) // Pantone 649U / Pantone 427U / Pantone 7690U / Pantone Black 6 C / Pantone 4695C //

Booze Stuff

Time to Entertain

Posted on November 9, 2016

✨ ‘Tis the season!✨ Well, technically I I guess you cant really say that until after Thanksgiving?🦃🔚🙄 Is that right?? Meh.. I say, Halloween is over and fall is well underway so we ALL know what that means… Hellaaaa fall partiesss!🎉🔥🍾🍃🍷🍂 Friendsgivings, game nights, potlucks, fireside gatherings, unexpected family dinners, etc etc. Basically a slew of hosting situations that I, for one, need to get my sh*t together for! 😄

But please, it’s me, the planner freak…so I do have about 75% of my sh*t together already😜😏 (exhibit A: 👆👇 bar cart purchased at Treasure Island Flea Market last month #epicfind #thriftingFTW). It’s time for us to kick it into gear, making sure to host the CUTEST, most instagrammabley festive, seasonally appropriate party EVER! So I’ve gathered all the barware essentials for making your’s rule. 👊🍸

Or maybe you just need to mix yourself a HUGE cocktail🍸 to cope with the terrible tragedy of our new president. I know this cause I slammed some old fashioneds last night during the events – and yes, made them right off that damn sexy bar cart! 👇😍👌 But alas, not even a cocktail will help. 😭😭😭😭

First and foremost you need the vehicle for the booze (and no, not the cups…but those are the MOST important, and we’ll get to that 😝👇) What I mean is… the bar cart!! Very important to find one that suits your style and your space so I’ve linked a variety of super attractive looking bar carts. Go nuts!! 💃

The best part – the bar cart essentials!!!

And, if you know anything about me at this point, it’s that I am VERY picky about my drinks and their proper cups.😬💁 So I’m first to make sure I have the best glassware on hand for any desired cocktail. 🍹🍸🍹🍸😏

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Stuff // Bart Cart: Thrifted (similar: here, here) / Gold Shaker: Cocktail Kingdom (similar) / Jigger: Cocktail Kingdom (similar) / Rocks Glass: Bloomingdales / Martini Glasses: CB2 / Moscow Mule Glasses: Cocktail Kingdom (similar) / Bar Spoon: Crate & Barrel / Book: Tequila Mockingbird / Book: The Classic Cocktail Bible //

Colors (left to right) // Pantone 439C / Pantone 1815C / Pantone 3165C / Pantone 546C / Pantone 7505C //

Beer Booze

Cider Rec: Reef Points’ Ramblings

Posted on November 6, 2016

The Facts
Style: Hard Cider
ABV: 8.1%
Brewer: Reef Points
Location: Paso Robles, CA

My eye’s just about doubled in size 👀 when I spotted this NEW bottle from one of my favorite cider houses, Reef Points. I’ve loved every bottle these guys put out! (and they put out 😉💯 )

I’ve said it before but ciders are really making a splash these days with all the emerging craft companies and their dedication to making dry, refreshing ciders (completely opposite of those Safeway sweet ones). SO it’s time for you to get on board! Change up the game and bring this hard cider to your next fall party 🎉🍁, sunny Sunday picnic🌤🍽, or just enjoy at home by the fire. 🤓🔥🏠

TASTE TEST: Pours a very light golden yellow, small head, great carbonation quality. Super light. Almost tasted like wine on the first sip (you know those sort of apply tasting wines?). Smells like apples (go figure 😝). Really not much other than apples haha. Granny smith and red apples, that is.🍏 🍎 Extremely dry and refreshing – not sweet at all, in fact even a little bitter bite. 👅🍺 🍻

Visions of bright sunshine pop into my head… beaming through skinny trees branches, reflecting off the apples, super crispy air with a just slight bite of cold… yes not kidding, 100% the image that fills my brain when I take a sip and close my eyes. 😌🍃 🍂

Just a f*cking delicious cider! Hey guess what Reef Points?!? YA NAILED IT – not much else to say. 😄🙋❤️🍺🍎 Well… besides, Happy Sippin’ Sunday! 😋

Pantones of the Post

Stuff // Cider: Reef Points’ Ramblings sparkling cider (found at Gus’s Market, or buy online here) / Glasses: Crate & Barrel (similar) //

Colors (left to right) // Pantone 430C / Pantone 320C / Pantone 3115C / Pantone 7484C / Pantone 126C //

Stuff

Surprise Shopbop Sale!

Posted on November 2, 2016

What’s better than a surprise?! A surprise sale, DUHHHH! 💸💕🛍 Yesterday, one of my favorite retailers, Shopbop, announced a surprise mid-season sale lasting just 3 days!! 🙀🙀 So hop on it now l…or you’ll be regretting not pulling that trigger for all this killer designer wear (🔙 a frequent regret of mine 😤🙄😖)

I put together 3 “looks” from all my top picks of the sale annnnnd guess what!?! Pretty much everything you see is under $200 and has plenty of stock/sizing! Yeah that’s right, I got your back babe! More bang for your buck eh? 👊🏼💥💵 So which look are you? Or are you ALL of them, like moi? Sale lasts through tomorrow so hop on ASAP.

The sophisticated tomgirl, with her casual cool style

My Instagram audience has been drooling over these 3.1 Philip Lim frayed hem jeans and now they’re 30% off! 🙌🏼 Pair with some classic Superga high tops and statement sunglasses for the ultimate cool girl laid back look. 😎👌🏼✨

The 90s minimalist babe, with a chic twist

There’s tons of chic minimalist dressers out there, but let’s differentiate from the crowd slightly with an unexpected 90’s twist – v trendy🌟😆🌟 Swap the typical black tones for a 90s grunge denim skirt paired with an oversized DKNY sweater (easily the best 80s-90s brand 🙌💯) If your heading to work? Finish off the look with these classy Open Ceremony mules. Running errands? These seriously tight Tory Burch slip on sneaks. ⚡️👍⚡️

The badass chick, with an effortless edge

Quite possibly my favorite of the bunch, this soft rocker look is the kind that fuels my confidence fires when I leave the house. 🔥🔥 Plaid is hittin’ harder this FW amongst top street style fashionistas…(I for one have always been a seasonal fan of the print 😏) aka rock this yellow Anaheim Coat like nobody’s biz-nassss. I love an unusual graphic tee, and this tight Victoria Beckham retro tee is amaze, especially tucked into some wide leg denim. Wait…what did you say?! This Rebecca Minkoff saddle bag is the best balance of classy and edgy?? YES! A total win, a bag for any outfit…SLAY! 💃

REMEMBER THE SALE ENDS TOMORROW 11/3 SO GET TO SHOPPING NOW!!🤑🤑 And if you can’t pull the trigger just yet, then pull it tomorrow … but then you’re seriouslyyyy out of time. 😜

Beer Booze

Beer Rec: Smashed Pumpkin Ale

Posted on October 30, 2016

The Facts
Style: Pumpkin Ale
ABV: 9%
Brewer: Shipyard Brewing Co
Location: Portland, ME

🎃 Happy (almost) HALLOWEEN! 🎃 In true Kendall form, I have a fabulous pumpkin beer for ya this Sippin’ Sunday.🙌🍺 Anyone else still recovering from Halloween festivities? On both nights?! Well time to hair of the dog it with this DE-lishhhhh pumpkin brewwwwww 😋

TASTE TEST: Pours very carbonated, big head (not v carbonated on taste tho). Rich brown, darker than I expected (cause it’s an ale). Actually though, when held up to the light its brighter/golden…some sediment there too. Smells sweetish, like flowers, cooked pear, pumpkin pie, nutmeg…sweet taste, caramel, vanilla, burnt vanilla. Like cooked sugar, brown sugar, candied yams, pumpkin spice bread, def sweeter/sweetness dominating.

So the moral of the story!? YES you can actually taste the pumpkin in this beer!💯🎃👍 but its more of a pumpkin pie, pumpkin desert… #PSL if you will 😜😆 Smashing pumpkin is sugar spice and everything nice!🍻🍬 ~~Trick or~~ Treat yourself, grab this pumpkin beer and celebrate!