Last week I guided Insiders through a graceful 44K shopping spree at Fashion Valley Mall.
True locals will tell you, before the Fashion Valley hype, the must-hit San Diego shopping destination was Westfield UTC La Jolla. So this week I will instruct the well-to-do shopper on dropping a (more) reasonable amount of money at UTC. From new upscale shops to the picturesque setting, spending $4,327 at UTC is a walk on the beach.
Guess: Every man that enjoys a night out needs a modern blazer that walks the line between trendy wannabe and out-of-date divorce. Fortunately, Guess has the Duran Blazer. The contemporary cut, lack of flashy graphics and stylish texture combined with the hint of satin on the lapel and pockets is the perfect outerwear for a hip date or club outing. $148 (pictured)
Coach: Finding a shoulder bag that can incorporate quality and discretion with on-point trends can be quite the task. That is why I am so excited about the Madison metallic leather sac in rose gold at Coach. $598
Anthropologie: Orange can be a tricky tint to pull off, but for those with the coloring and confidence, the Final Note Dress is a must-own piece. The combination of the sweetheart neckline and lustrous taffeta will wow everyone at your next dinner party. Style hint: To avoid the retro prom look, pair it with edgy shoes and a cropped structured jacket. $298 (pictured left)
Sunglass Hut: Summer means glaring sun, so men need to look into Prada’s new classic metal "aviator" style shades with drop-shaped lenses and double-bridge. $290
Solstice Sunglass Boutique: For the lady’s eye protection look into Oliver People's Sabina. Sabina is a unique blend of metal and color with beautiful enamel-lacquer detailing on these elegant, oversized feminine sunglasses. $375
Charles David: To get the height you want without awkward tottering side effects, indulge in Charles David’s Rikki platform heels. These modern kicks with silver square detailing down the center front with deep turquoise and black straps make disco a 2009 affair. $199.96 (pictured)
Banana Republic: The BR makes an incredible chino suit, perfect for dressy summer events and standing out in a crowd of black. The stone two-button suit is also fabulous to use as separates. $380
My Bike Commute: Ready for a new toy? Check out the L1 Urban Cruiser Electric Bikes. $995
Nordstrom: The summer is the perfect time to have fun with the cowboy inspired Carson boot in baby blue by Frye. Pair them with dresses, fancy shorts, skinny jeans or leggings. $347.95
Ben Bridge Jeweler: Besides the fact that gold is more reliable than the dollar bill, gold is gorgeous! Ben Bridge’s Toscano collection ring in 18k yellow gold is fabulously in vogue and works for day and night with its bold presence and concave style stain finish. Diamonds are terrific, but a giant gold ring is more now. $695 (pictured below)
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Westfield UTC La Jolla
4545 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA 92122
Westfield.com/UTC
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