NYE in the Silicon Valley

If you live in my area and are not heading to San Francisco or Tahoe... Here are some New Year’s Eve events happening in your area. 

Fahrenheit Lounge 8pm 

Downtown San Jose

Tickets

The Menu Restaurant 8:30pm

Mountain View

Tickets

SP2 Communal Bar San Pedro Square,  9:00pm

San Jose

Tickets 

San Pedro Square Market 8:00pm

San Jose

80's theme

Bamboo Lounge Japantown,   9:30pm

San Jose

No tickets needed- must wear ALL WHITE

Pagoda at the Fairmont Hotel 9:00pm

San Jose

NYE [look your best]

Trying to put together an amazing New Years Eve outfit can be tough and frustrating with all the trends out there right now. However, I feel like if you choose something short and sparkly, you can't go wrong.

an eye catching top 

party ready pants

swoon worthy satchel

hawt heels 

glam earrings

my NYE outfit

wishlist II The Manly Man

1. // lantern chandelier $ varies on style
2. // beer making kit $50
3. // cocktail shaker $28
4. // globe bar $200
5. // go pro camera $400
6. // jacket $149
7. // GPS watch $400
8. // verticle turntable $60
9. // 14 in 1 hammer tool $13
10. // bike helmet $40
11. // star spangled spatula $48
12. // man cave book $10
13. // eat like a man book $22
14. // grilling salts $10
15. // zombie print 
16. // black watch $95
17. // raybans $120

wishlist II The Environmentalist

herb garden $40
recycled wood air plant frame $25
spoon notes $15
om yoga tank $28
sparitual nail set $23
glass water bottle $20
loofah $4
eco smart yoga mat $16
cardboard lamp  $prices range on design
newspaper shoes $75
reusable utensils $12
banana paper journal $7
origins gift set $25
duct tape wallet $22

wishlist II The Gadget Guy

1. // camera lens mug $16
2. // jawbone mini jam box $180

3. // Google Chromecast $35

4. // leather cord wrapper $40

5. // ninja sphere $ 200

6. // Looper voice recorder $48

7. // urbanears slussen $15

8. // iPhone 5s $200

9. // aframe art speakers $650
10. // sky wifi smartpen $122
11. // autographer camera $650
12. // lightning bolt power strip $20

get your {{Holiday Shopping}} weekend on

One thing I love about gift giving is the homemade treats you make for others. Or when you can find that really cool unique gift, that isn't sold at the mall like 100 others. I love that personal touch.

Enter this weekend

Because the Bay Area is filled with great stops for all the ones you still need to shop... for

[sorry I tried to make it rhyme]

SJ Made Holiday Pop Up Shop
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd Santa Clara Ca

Get your friends and family something local. They have clothing, accessories, bags and hats- all branded with the West Coast Bay Area feel. Your friend in Ohio will thank you.

Japantown
Jackson street from 2nd to 7th. San Jose Ca

You know I have to pay homage to my favorite little downtown spot. This street has blossomed over the last few months and it just keeps getting better and better. If you need to find something for the guy on your list, I would head here first. From Cukui to 2twenty5 and Holloway to Clout and Aristocrats you really cant go wrong. Guys drool over these designs.

Downtown Campbell 2nd Saturday
December 14th
East Campbell and Central Ave Campbell Ca

Artists' in wood working, metal, jewelery, art, and a ton of other artisans will will showcasing their wares in downtown. Perfect for grandparents, extended families and your girlfriend's Mom.

Ibiss
1100 Lincoln Ave Willow Glen Ca 95125

A great inexpensive shop where you can shop for every female on your list. I don't think you can go wrong with any item from this store. Everything is very trendy, fun and a great price point. They have small gifts, like rings and perfume.. all the way to big items like purses and dresses.. plus everything in between.


German Holiday Market
December 14th
500 Castro Street Mountain View Ca

Come shop all the international delights of all things euro. I have a soft spot in my heart for this country. Food items, art and other collectibles will be available for purchase at this festival. So if you know someone on your wishlist with a taste for flair, it might be worth your wild to check out this event.

Shop, Enjoy and Give Event and Wine Walk
December 17th
Santana Row
3055 Olin Ave San Jose Ca 95128
$10 admission

All the popular shops are there so you are sure to find something for everyone of your shopping list. Plus, this benefits the Second Harvest Food Bank.. why not do something good for your community?
Enjoy a sweet sip of wine while you shop my favorites; including, Anthropologie, Madewell and Free People.

baby it's cold outside

Have you been to the new store in San Jose- BrandyMelville??It’s pretty amazing. I would say that the style strives to be a little hippie//urban.. and I like it! I picked up a few things the other night and am loving every piece. The beanie I am wearing is from there and it is unbelievably soft and cozy. I want to wear it everyday! They have a bunch of cute tops, jackets and accessories too. I will for sure be stopping by this little local gem more often. I love the price point and looks that they offer. 

Welcome to the neighborhood Brandy <3

jacket- old, sweater- Jcrew, pants- Target, boots- Sam Eddelman, hat-Brandy Melville

woof

Miss Payge and I- walking Mia (the cute white tail) and Maddie

A day with friends is a day well spent in good company, laughs and random adventures. This day was no different. We all went to the Bark in the Park event held in downtown San Jose a few weekends ago. The day started out perfect, but was cut short when a torrential downpour came from outta nowhere. Everyone was huddled under the vendor tents in an effort to stay dry. Well, most people lost hope of getting to their cars without soaking themselves after about 15 minutes of  the storm. I hope it brings lots of snow to Tahoe this season. And I like getting to wear my beanies now that the weather is getting chillier. 

On Me: shoes- Vans, jeans- Current Elliot, top- Lucky Brand, jacket- thrift store, hat- Aritzia, glasses- Electrics

Lou with Cookie, Jude with Chanel, Payge with Mia, and Me with Miss Maddie

steal or splurge

Cable Knit Sweater  steal $98  splurge $ 355

Tortoise Sunglasses  steal $40  splurge $280

wishlist II World Traveler

1. // chalkboard globe $100
2. // St Judes charity ornament $15
3. // eiffel tower bookends $30
4. // travel kit $19
5. // travel journal $19
6. // gentleman's grooming kit $49
7. // Jo Malone travel candle kit $100
8. // travel wallet $250
9. // dress shirt//pant travel bags $15 each
10. // Lumix GF5 $399
11. // pack this notepad $8
12. // the big travel book $30

wishlist II Mr. Metro

1. // whiskey stones $21
2. // shoe shine kit $13
3. // exposed clock $140
4. // Human's of New York book $18
5. // art cube $23
6. // briefcase $325
7. // beats by dr. dre headphones $250
8. // leather longwing shoes $90
9. // card holder $50
10. //denim skinny neck tie $38
11. // whiskey soap $12
12. //hooded jacket $54
13. // iPad air $499

wishlist II The Entertainer

1. // knife set $42
2. // elephant pillow $198
3. // chandelier $3300
4. // watercolor lamp shade $98
5. // glitter servingwear $34- $78
6. // owl wine opener $28
7. // west coasters $36
8. // paper straws $8
9. // ecosphere $58
10. // firepit $69
11. // S'mores Kit $13
12. // stainless steel cocktail glasses $15
13. // deer head $60
14. // shot glasses $13

The Holiday Wishlist

For the second year in a row… my blog will be featuring, all December long- 

The Holiday Wishlist.

It is a collection of various gift ideas for that tricky person on your shopping list.

For Women // The Girly Girl // Miss Casual Chic // The Environmentalist

For Men // The Manly Man // Mr. Metro // The Gadget Guy

For Both // The Entertainer // The World Traveler //

And of course--Your Mom (the hardest!!)

Check back all month long for your ultimate shopping list filled with ideas for that special someone.

xo

Cyber Monday- Tomboy Tools

If you are looking for the perfect gift, stop!! You found it. Tomboy Tools is a great company that specializes in tools for women. They come in the cutest colors and are ergonomically correct to fit in a smaller hand. Plus the balance on all the larger items (drills, sanders, hammers..etc.) has been adjusted to fit as well- making it easier to use the tools for all your DIY projects. You can see all the fun I had here, playing with all the items when my cousins came to visit. 

Some of my favorites are the Roadside Assistance Kit, the Staple Gun and the Safety Glasses.

Happy Shopping!!

When you shop my website between Friday, November 29th and Monday, December 2nd, you'll receive FREE shipping* on any order! 

Plus, as a Special "Thank You"  for subscribing to our newsletters,

we're offering you a special gift! 

Enter the word "GOBBLE" at Checkout, and

receive a FREE 3' Mini Tape Measure Keychain!

And if that's not enough, 

our December Customer Special has been released early

and is available to order this weekend, too.  

Check out the attached November and December Specials,

and SAVE EVEN MORE!

* Valid on all orders placed on www.tomboytools.info/michelle, shipping to the continental US. Orders shipping to Alaska and Hawaii and Canada are subject to a $14.95 USD shipping fee. Orders must be placed on www.tomboytools.info/michelle between 12:00 AM MST on Friday, November 29th, and11:59 PM MST on Monday, December 2nd.

Tomboy

This past weekend my adorable cousins came to visit and we had the best time. I Showed them around town, got delicious tacos, and got to enjoy some quality time with them. I got to learn all about my cousin's company Tomboy Tools- which is seriously a great concept. (Check Them Out!!) All the traditional tools (screwdrivers, hammers, drills..) have been redesigned ergonomically to fit a smaller hand, a.k.a. a woman's! Plus, they have a wide range of tools available and they all come in cute colors. After my teaching lesson, we went downtown Japantown and grabbed Mochi ice cream, because they had never had it before. Savannah loved it!! I hope they had just as much fun as I did. I love you both xo