tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post7474116911866186820..comments2024-03-28T14:06:02.880-04:00Comments on Garnerstyle: Maxin & RelaxinGarnerstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01452138147241481457noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-87320914424342568832013-05-13T18:10:38.632-04:002013-05-13T18:10:38.632-04:00This dress is summertime gorgeous! It looks great ...This dress is summertime gorgeous! It looks great on you! I can't wait to get the style and wear it myself!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07541130306814247231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-12820667868487766922013-05-02T01:32:12.754-04:002013-05-02T01:32:12.754-04:00Sorry I missed you before you left Dallas. Other t...Sorry I missed you before you left Dallas. Other then the cost of living and it being chilly in June it's beautiful there. you think your slimming down now wait until you start walking those heels. Oakland and San Francisco has great history and so much to do any explore. I can imagine home much more your brand is going to elevate! Then there is Napa ahhhhh I think I might come back! enjoy !!!!<br /><br />@thecurvypioneerCurvy Girls Do Workouthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18389099443286752395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-87538409142582508522013-05-01T23:17:37.351-04:002013-05-01T23:17:37.351-04:00It's probably pure luck in terms of what makes...It's probably pure luck in terms of what makes for a good moving experience. It's always hard. I didn't chuck b/c if you move and have to replace everything you still have to deal with the issue of waiting for delivery.<br />At this point in life, I'm not dealing with sleeping or sitting on floors, so I stayed in an Extended Stay until my things arrived (and in fact didn't sign a lease until my things were in California.<br />Of course, distance, how much you invested in your belongings, etc. are all good reasons to opt to dump and re-buy. But for me, the stuff that is the hardest to deal with are the little things, odds and ends, and clothes. So I'm not dumping my clothings, shoes, makeup, perfumes, books, and all that b/c if you pay someone, large furniture and other items aren't hard to pack and ship (YMMV on that though). And I think the smaller stuff was the most painful to deal with and will continue to be the most painful (although I do try to purge if I have time before I move).Nicthommihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09196181170562342657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-48019455566196747732013-05-01T23:12:32.882-04:002013-05-01T23:12:32.882-04:00It's not just Safeway that is more expensive. ...It's not just Safeway that is more expensive. Walmart will hit your wallet harder too. When I moved, I had items purchased in my previous state that had the price tag still attached. Everything costs more.<br />Gas is more, rent is out of control, are are sales tax and state income tax. So a lot more of your money is claimed before you ever get your hands on it.<br />On top of Fresh and Easy (which is a good way to save on staples but which won't have the selection of Safeway), I'd say check out the ethnic grocery stores. So there are large Chinese and Mexican grocery store chains, and there are many items that are cheaper there.<br />Essentially, I find shopping to require a bit more work to get both good quality and good deals.<br />I'd also recommend Sprouts for produce and vegetables. <br />There will be foods that you won't find, or have to search harder for, or that are made with different flavors than what you are used to (esp. if you are a Southern girl). <br />People here are very outdoorsy and athletic, so if you want to become a nature girl and go on hikes, go camping, climbing, etc., there are LOTS of organized groups you can join.Nicthommihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09196181170562342657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-86425131052946651312013-05-01T13:33:03.431-04:002013-05-01T13:33:03.431-04:00Rachel Pally seems to be the designer du jour on ...Rachel Pally seems to be the designer du jour on the plus size circuit, and her dresses are GORGEOUS. I just wish I could afford one, they are hella expensive. Oh well, back to Old Navy for me ...Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07593975340372561874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-37366263006987137702013-05-01T05:54:56.602-04:002013-05-01T05:54:56.602-04:00really pretty dress and the color is just gorgeous...really pretty dress and the color is just gorgeous! i cant wait to visit cali! but darn do i hate mosquitos...but they seem to love me :D<br />cookieschaosncestlavie.blogspot.com/Cookies, Chaos & C'est la Viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562463725390746551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-51323978800948818042013-04-30T23:58:10.839-04:002013-04-30T23:58:10.839-04:00Yeah me and my hubby tried out a trail today. They...Yeah me and my hubby tried out a trail today. They's gnat are terrible little buggers. Sure! I def. plan on getting out way more than I did in DallasGarnerstylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01452138147241481457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-69204236402684542282013-04-30T22:55:38.272-04:002013-04-30T22:55:38.272-04:00hey chasity! I walk on a trail in santa clara and ...hey chasity! I walk on a trail in santa clara and yes, gnats are everywhere! gross!! you will get used to the bay once you venture out. and like someone said, you ma will serve you well. you just happen to live in a waaay more techy space! when you are settled, let's connect.<br />Juvellajyonesehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08792408430287776995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-63948784935540042922013-04-30T15:07:06.726-04:002013-04-30T15:07:06.726-04:00Very nice dress. The addition of the belt was a gr...Very nice dress. The addition of the belt was a great idea. I am finally hopping on the maxi dress trend. I thought they would be too long for me (I'm 5'2) but lo and behold some of them aren't. Plus Asos has come out with some maxi dresses in their petite line, which is awesome.<br /><br />I'd love to move to Cali, but the cost of living is the biggest impediment.<br />That swimming is cold weather is interesting. I won't get in an outdoor pool untilt eh temp is AT LEAST 80. Maybe it's the Arkansan in me.PensiveFashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11336102105425606108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-58527043341697399792013-04-30T14:07:09.269-04:002013-04-30T14:07:09.269-04:00I love visiting San Fran/Oakland area. In fact, I&...I love visiting San Fran/Oakland area. In fact, I'm heading out there again this summer for a wedding. I did notice that they LOVE to walk. And coming from DC area where either you can drive or take the metro or cab, I stay side-eyeing everyone. My favorite experience there is definitely thrifting/consignment shopping. It's a bit more expensive but I've found some great items. <br /><br />Meanwhile, I do agree with the maxi theory. It can definitely look a bit dressed up on its on but wearing a denim jacket tones it down. I do both. Vivi N.https://www.blogger.com/profile/06521810093109835760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-85125614606068428302013-04-30T13:33:52.640-04:002013-04-30T13:33:52.640-04:00Welcome to the Bay! I have been following your bl...Welcome to the Bay! I have been following your blog for some time now. I laughed out loud reading your post about CA. Totally agree with everything! You'll probably find how different every city is as you start exploring. I grew up in SF but went to school in San Jose. They couldn't be any different but both have great qualities. <br />Love your style, thanks for inspiring me to embrace my own body and to dress to impress myself!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15265981063753860103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-63979906622227382742013-04-30T12:44:04.910-04:002013-04-30T12:44:04.910-04:00I remember softball days and the gnats, but I thou...I remember softball days and the gnats, but I thought I left those in GA...sigh!Garnerstylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01452138147241481457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-83553084448421095652013-04-30T12:43:31.576-04:002013-04-30T12:43:31.576-04:00I had one dress from Rachel Pally I did that for. ...I had one dress from Rachel Pally I did that for. This was actually the perfect length (if not standing in grass) for me. I do agree that the dresses are long, but I think she does that so a various height can wear them. The hems are unfinished so you can either cut the dress at the bottom or have it hemmed. Garnerstylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01452138147241481457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-76262593651052508582013-04-30T12:03:28.459-04:002013-04-30T12:03:28.459-04:00This is your color! Did you cut the bottowm of the...This is your color! Did you cut the bottowm of the dress? I always find Rachel Pally runs too long on me.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01591939692003581014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-1042644275982280902013-04-30T11:35:41.527-04:002013-04-30T11:35:41.527-04:00I love this dress with the jacket! Very cute. I love this dress with the jacket! Very cute. FabEllishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06273918650819949995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-55235375680115946862013-04-30T10:02:09.945-04:002013-04-30T10:02:09.945-04:00You look so cute! I'm sorry that the move star...You look so cute! I'm sorry that the move started off on the wrong foot (read your last post). YEP! Everything you listed is signature west coast! The vibe is very very relaxed and my co-workers used to ask me all the time why am I so dressed up. I seriously think if my CEO could, he would have worn shorts, a polo shirt and flip flops to work every day! lol Safeway is a great store as far as quality but yes, very expensive. Back home (in AZ) we had a place called AJs Fine Foods that had absolutely RIDICULOUS good food but the prices would kill ya!! Cold Stone is the DEVIL!! Don't do it! I'm pretty sure I've swallowed a few gnats in my life time especially during softball season...ewww! lol Umm Humm..Engineers, Accountants and Lawyers rule the west coast! lol I miss you! Nekiah Torreshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09348517354078629236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-46418090454702630582013-04-30T09:54:02.736-04:002013-04-30T09:54:02.736-04:00These maxi dresses are so fab! I can't imagine...These maxi dresses are so fab! I can't imagine getting used to the price increase on the West Coast! Just thinking about it makes me cringe! yet and still, what an exciting move! <br /><br />And aren't you living closer to one of your sisters now that you are in Cali?GFShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16782985585288418099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-37000052306789453732013-04-30T09:33:47.455-04:002013-04-30T09:33:47.455-04:00Love it! You look so cute!Love it! You look so cute!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10887162028949764499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-86409431699717365562013-04-30T01:43:12.393-04:002013-04-30T01:43:12.393-04:00babe, you look gorgeous! either the colour and the...babe, you look gorgeous! either the colour and the dress are amazing on you!!!<br />I am coming to California in 1 month, I cannot wait!!<br /><br />Love, Ylenia from <a href="http://longuette.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow"><strong>Longuette</strong></a><br /><br />Longuettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10763502611276173511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-7817051502365230872013-04-29T23:59:34.396-04:002013-04-29T23:59:34.396-04:00I'm not a fan of this listing calories on ever...I'm not a fan of this listing calories on everything in restaurants now. I'm starting to see it more and more in Chicago. Especially Cold Stone!... I think it's safe to say it's a lot, can we just leave it at that?MaggleBishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13184116728566243694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-4468580850489752712013-04-29T22:32:16.332-04:002013-04-29T22:32:16.332-04:00I think next move Ill just chuck all the stuff...t...I think next move Ill just chuck all the stuff...that's what folks told me to do. Garnerstylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01452138147241481457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-5209947198845890252013-04-29T21:32:28.837-04:002013-04-29T21:32:28.837-04:00Glad that you're settling in - change is not e...Glad that you're settling in - change is not easy, it's true. Along with Fresh and Easy, I suggest Trader Joes, and farmers markets are also a good option. I will say that the South Bay is a bit more casual than San Francisco/Oakland/Napa but Cali in general tends to be pretty relaxed. People used to ask me all the time why I was so "dressed up" but now I think they're used to it. Sorry that the move has been so tough (although I've always thought that the only way to move is to just walk off, leave everything and buy all new stuff. If only one could!) but I love reading the updates as you get settled. And you do look lovely, as usual.juliettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12733255480143901161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-2426603919764195362013-04-29T21:00:43.757-04:002013-04-29T21:00:43.757-04:00Welcome to the Bay Area! If you can find a Fresh &...Welcome to the Bay Area! If you can find a Fresh & Easy near you, it's cheaper than Safeway. Also farmer's markets are a good bet for excellent produce! The calorie thing takes some getting used to, that's for sure. Steer clear of the Cheesecake Factory! :)ThatBeeGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13462548437869526278noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-15779455550015954572013-04-29T20:44:04.168-04:002013-04-29T20:44:04.168-04:00I love that color on you!!
http://soworkweekchic....I love that color on you!!<br /><br />http://soworkweekchic.blogspot.comSo Work Week Chichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02879648666269612577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268200533467086358.post-50707996934755407442013-04-29T19:30:30.839-04:002013-04-29T19:30:30.839-04:00No, I added it in. No, I added it in. Garnerstylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01452138147241481457noreply@blogger.com