A richer alternative to beige and more in line with the resurgence of 70s bohemian luxe than our fallback basic black, toffee was all the rage on the fall runways. Shop the look locally with these chic goods from San Francisco Bay Area designers.
Suede and fringe are both majorly in for fall. Get with the program and step into Freda Salvador's Blaze mid-heel chelsea boot. Designed in Sausalito and handcrafted in Spain, these kicks feel both vintage and modern with just a touch of the Southwest. // $625 from Freda Salvador, 2416 Fillmore St. (Lower Pac Heights), fredasalvador.com
(Courtesy of Rukaa)
This handmade color-block cowl, in shades of caramel, toffee, and brown, has Love Story written all over it. Click over to Etsy and embrace your inner Ali MacGraw. // $34 from Rukaa (SF), etsy.com
A roomy, slouchy tote is a necessity for city girls on the run. This leather carryall is an elevated, on-trend way to tote all your junk in style. // $209 from The Artists Sack (SF), etsy.com
Pockets, dolman sleeves, and easy care (read: machine washable!) make this looks-like-silk Etta dress a no-brainer for fall. Treat the hue like a sophisticated neutral, and make each wear feel fresh with different belts, scarves, jewelry, and outerwear for new looks yearround. // $170 from Curator (SF), curatorsf.com
(Courtesy of Future Glory)
Not your ordinary backpack, Future Glory's Moto Rolltop is handcrafted from deeply hued top grain and veg tan leather and brass hardware with a cotton twill lining. Pick one up and automatically donate a portion of your purchase to nonprofits that support victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. // $325 from Future Glory (SF), futureglory.co
(Courtesy of La Luna Jewelry Studio)
Sometimes a dainty statement is the best kind. November babies will especially love this faceted Swarovski teardrop crystal charm, suspended in 14-karat gold-filled wire, for its citrine hue. // $24 from La Luna Jewelry Studio, etsy.com
