Hi Beauty!
I am Vanessa Valiente, wardrobe stylist extraordinaire. I have been a dresser at The Old Globe, styled many a commercial, and been a costumer for TV shows.
But my real claim to fame is as San Diegoβs #1 personal stylist. As a personal stylist, I am a maniac for practical glamour and functional fabulosity. I have dressed over 500 clients, working with every body type and personal style you can imagine.
Each week I find items that are just too yummy to keep between my clients and me. This fashion blog is my way of sharing those amazing goodies with all the over-scheduled women of the world who would love to delegate their personal shopping.
so letβs get to it...
tell me
Whatβs missing from your wardrobe?
the clothes
Dresses, and pants, and tops β oh, my! Find all my clothing recommendations and outfit ideas here.
Best of the Best
Ready for quick and easy shopping? Only the absolute MOST beloved items I am putting on my clients are listed here.
Best Fall Jogger
These joggers by Softies are my favorite joggers for fall. The cut is flattering, and the material is soft and sturdy. They’re sold as a set with the sweatshirt, but I wear the joggers on their own every week. Plus, they come in SO many yummy colors. Obsessed!
Material: 81% Rayon, 14% Nylon, 5% Spandex
Sizing: XS – 2X/3X, Regular & Tall Β
Available at Softies, Nordstrom, Amazon ($170)Β
Explore!Β For more stylish loungewear options, check out my post on Cute Loungewear You Can Actually Wear Outside Your Home.
Best Fall Jogger
Best Sun Hat This Summer
This straw sun hat is flattering and comfortable with a flexible fit β it’s not stiff at all, but also not flimsy. This is ideal because stiff sun hats can be uncomfortable and a nuisance to carry around, while overly flexible hats can be droopy and unflattering. It also has an open weave at the top, which is great for added ventilation on hot days.
Material: 100% straw
Available at Nordstrom, O’Neill ($50)
Explore!Β Not sure when you’d wear a sun hat? Check out my post on When To Wear A Straw Hat for 12 ideas…
Best Block Heel Dressy Sandals For Summer
These Marc Fisher block heel sandals are super comfortable, inexpensive, and come in a ton of needed colors from navy blue and tan to a bold green and metallics. They’re perfect for all your dressy summer events.
Material: Synthetic upper, lining, and sole
Heel Height: 2.25″
Sizing: 5 – 11 (Medium Width)
Available at DSW, Macy’s, Amazon ($89 $59.99)
Explore! For more summer sandal inspiration, check out the post Best White & Off-White Sandals For SummerΒ
the accoutrements
Complete your look with the best shoes, bags, jewelry, undergarments, and beauty products.
My daily looks
See (and shop) what I wear on a daily basis to work with clients and meet up with friends and family. Please excuse my messy office!
White Cardigan Outfit
cardigan: Paige, Revolve (S). jeans: Paige. heels: Margaux (38M). bag: Cuyana. bracelet: Monica Vinader. bracelet coin pendant: Monica Vinader. necklace: Monica Vinader. stacking rings: Monica Vinader. earrings:Β similar atΒ Neiman Marcus
Explore! For tips on wearing a cardigan as a top, check out my post on How To Wear A Cardigan As A Shirt.
White Cardigan Outfit
Good American Summer Short Set
top: Good American, Revolve (S). shorts: Good American, Revolve (S). sandals: Journee Collection, Target, Kohl’s, JCPenney. bracelet: Monica Vinader. bracelet coin pendant: Monica Vinader. necklace: Monica Vinader. mixed metal stacking rings: Monica Vinader. gold ring: Mejuri. earrings:Β similar at Neiman Marcus
Explore! For more great shorts this summer, check out my blog post Most Flattering Women’s Shorts.
Red Striped Shirt Dress Outfit
dress: Nordstrom, SIMONMILLER (S), sandals: TKEES, Nordstrom (8), bag: Apatchy London, necklace: similar here, bracelet:Β Monica Vinader,Β Nordstrom, earrings: similar here
Explore! For more of my favorite warm-weather dresses, check out my post 30 Client Favorite Dresses.
how-to's
Styling tips and guides, organizational advice, and care instructions for your clothes and accessories.
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travel
As a personal stylist, packing my clients for travel is a major part of my service. Read up on my extensive experience curating travel wardrobes for any destination.
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features
Designer spotlights, product reviews, gift guides and more.