Fashion advice, travel tips + shopping recommendations from San Diego's #1 Personal Stylist, Vanessa Valiente.

The Best of Farm Rio – What is Farm Rio?!
Filed Under: Vanessa's Style
Farm Rio is a Brazilian clothing line that is so darn delightful I had to do a post on it. This brand is colorful and creative and all about tropical […]

Best of Bloomingdale’s Buy More, Save More
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Bloomingdales has noticed how much I love them and reached out to sponsor a post — swoon! Bloomingdale’s has always been a vital shopping resource for me when it comes […]

Vegan Leather Versus Real Leather + Best Faux Leather Dresses
Filed Under: Vanessa's Style
I love a leather dress. It is so timelessly sexy and edgy. A leather dress can be for work or play, and always feels empowering. Now the question is: do […]

How To Wear Pearls In A Modern Way
Filed Under: Accessories, How To's, Vanessa's Style
I have become obsessed with pearls: pearl necklaces, pearl earrings, pearl bracelets — the whole shebang. Just yesterday I created what I call a “pearl cluster” for a client. Whenever […]
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The Colossal Volum’ Express By Maybelline NY
Yes, this is a fashion blog, but as you may have noticed I have addressed many various beauty topics. Today is the Colossal Volum’ Express by Maybelline. Dreadful indeed. I […]
Some may call it trashy, some may call it trendy, but I call thigh high boots divine. It’s like wearing pants, but instead of pants they are shoes that Julia […]
How To Wear Color Block Heels
The color block heels are one of the many interesting choices in shoes this year. I must say I am so pleased with these spotlight shoes that are prancing out […]
Best Dressed at 2009’s Golden Globes
I was not in awe by the attire at this event, but I my choices for 2009’s Golden Globe Awards for Best Dressed are in. My top three looks for […]
The Perfect Wedding Gift For Your Husband: Boudoir Photography
It is my firm belief that every woman should have the experience of being desired for her sex appeal as well as being respected for her brain. Which is why […]
The Champagne Facial by Adriana Spa
Last Saturday I had the pleasure of experiencing Adriana skin care. Located near my apartment in San Diego’s Bankers Hill, I was able to walk to their establishment and enjoy […]