Cupcakes and Cashmere

Downtown Discoveries

July 25th, 2011

Madewell Dress, Cuff made by my mom, Chanel Heels

I tend to be pretty stubborn when it comes to trying new things – especially when those things include driving downtown. I’d heard nothing but rave reviews about Bottega Louie, but I was discouraged by the idea of maneuvering around one-way streets and finding a decent parking spot. That all changed this past weekend, when we got dressed up for Sunday brunch and made the fifteen minute trek downtown. It’s good to change up your routine every now and again – especially if the reward for stepping outside of your comfort zone includes a spicy bloody mary and killer egg sandwich.

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  • http://www.justagirlandherlittledog.blogspot.com Kristen

    I was with you on that for a while, but downtown has really gotten some pretty amazing spots as of late. Bottega Louie is my fav!

  • http://www.kalevblack.blogspot.com kalevblack

    mmmh those colourful french yummy thing (forgot the name) look delicious! u look stunning as always :) X

  • http://mademoiselledaisy.blogspot.com/ Charline

    Macarons yay!! You look gorgeous of course :)

  • http://thehippinista.blogspot.com/ Hilary Hinrichs

    The black dress is very cute. I love the mock top on it! Have a great day!

    XO Hilary Nicole
    http://thehippinista.blogspot.com/

  • http://herumbrella.com Grace

    Love the black dress….all those macaroons looked delicious!

    -GraceLynne

    http://herumbrella.com

  • http://headtotoewithemyandpo.blogspot.com/ Polly

    I love this whole post! Macaroons are my absolute favorite and those are gorgeous. I did a whole post on Paris after my last trip there and about 50% of it ended up being about macaroons.

    Anyway, this week we are all about hot day hair styles. Your hair is gorgeous and would look amazing in this messy, braided up-do.

    http://headtotoewithemyandpo.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.sugarcubephotography.com Erin O’Brien

    Emily, you’re looking fabulous as always! As somebody who lives in LA, I love that you uncover many hidden gems. Though, I suppose Bottega Louie is no secret… but I’ve heard great things about it and your post has put me over the edge… I must go!

  • http://principessagabriella.blogspot.com Gabriella

    I love your shoes! Ooohh, and those macaroons look adorable and tasty! :)

    ♥ Check out my blog: Principessa Gabriella

  • http://www.simplyjustlovelyblog.com/ Erin

    I really love your dress!

    Erin
    http://www.simplyjustlovelyblog.com

  • http://akstylemyway.blogspot.com Andrea

    Love the shoes! I am a shoe freak and need those for my collection!

  • http://craftanista.blogspot.com/ Lyndsay

    Madewell is getting ridiculously cute : )

    http://craftanista.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.pinqueblog.com Michelle

    Those heels are ah-mazing! Love the whole look!

    Michelle
    http://www.pinqueblog.com

  • http://oveloves.blogspot.com Natasha (OveLoves)

    I don’t know which I adore more – your shoes or the macaroons.

    OveLoves

  • http://wardrobeblock.wordpress.com Emily @ Wardrobe Block

    all those macarons! so pretty

  • http://quiescentshimmers.com Andrea

    Love everything about it!

    http://quiescentshimmers.com

  • http://Www.tiffanyphipps.blogspot.com Tiffany

    You look great here!! Will have to make the trek downtown next time I’m in LA to try those macaroons!

    http://www.tiffanyphipps.blogspot.com

  • http://www.dutyofstyle.blogspot.com Duty of Style

    You look so good in black!!! Love this dress!!! <3

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  • Stephanie

    I loveee bodega louie soo yummyy! pastries are to die for and the restaurant is beautiful!

  • http://currentobsession-sophie.blogspot.com SophieG

    I LOVE Bottega Louie!! You have to get the french toast next time! so worth the wait :)

    http://currentobsession-sophie.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.sarahwillowhere.blogspot.com Sarah Willow

    LOVE your heels! Especially paired with that dress! Gorgeous ensemble.

  • http://thesignaturebow.blogspot.com/ Leonie

    This is one of the nicest outfits I have seen lately! It looks great on you and I seriously LOVE those shoes.

    http://thesignaturebow.blogspot.com/

  • http://rockandglamour.blogspot.com/ PATI

    I loved your dress! so cute!
    http://rockandglamour.blogspot.com/

  • http://adventuresofoldandnew.blogspot.com Leslie
  • http://www.VisforOlive.blogspot.com Olive

    I LOVE Bottega Louie – their salads are to die for too!

    Olive

    http://www.VisforOlive.blogspot.com

  • http://my-newlywedlife.blogspot.com Ana F.

    The picture of macaroons is making me drool all over the computer and I love your shoes! STUNNING!

  • http://www.newlymeds.com Kelly

    Wow! You look beautiful!

  • http://www.bucketsandbunches.com Chelsea

    Ok, I love the dress and the macaroons are just gratuitous!

  • http://www.pure2raw.com Pure2raw Twins

    Love the dress and your shoes!

  • http://glamagram.blogspot.com/ Anita

    Love the pic of the macarons! And those Chanel heels…amazing!
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  • http://glamagram.blogspot.com/ Anita

    Love the pic of the macarons! And those Chanel heels…amazing!

  • http://www.thebeautyfile.com Lisi

    Hahaha, I crack up at the 15 minute schlepp for brunch! Everywhere I go is at least 15 minutes away!! Also when you said your shoes were Chanel I had a distinct image of what they were before I even scrolled. That’s how much I love your blog. And now I’m craving an egg sandwich.

  • http://chiccoastalliving.blospot.com Desiree {CHIC COASTAL LIVING}

    Lovely dress!!

  • http://mochaandmoccasins.blogspot.com Monica

    Stepping out of your comfort zone is usually a good idea, especially if it involves looking at those delicious pastries! Those Chanel heels are killer. Show stoppers.

    M.

  • http://coffeeandcolor.blogspot.com/ Lauren

    I’ve been wanting to go there! The macaroons look delicious :)

    http://coffeeandcolor.blogspot.com/

  • http://ordinary-tales-by-c.blogspot.com/ Colleen

    anything is worth a good bloody mary! and i loooooove those chanel heels and when you feature them. so pretty.

  • http://redcarpetcloset.tv/ RedCarpetCloset

    Killer outfit for brunch.
    KB

    http://redcarpetcloset.tv/

  • http://www.houseofmodernvintage.com margo

    I LOVE Bottega Louie, it’s one of my fave downtown spots!

  • http://bohobagel.tumblr.com/ BohoBagel

    They also have delicious pizza, if you ever go back!

  • http://www.cigarsandcupcakes.com Allycin

    I was just there last week…luckily I don’t have to park, I can just walk! Glad you had a good time.

  • http://www.aspoonfulofchic.blogspot.com/ A Spoonful of Chic

    Mmm, pastries look delish! Looove the shoes! The white heel is adorable! The cuff is super cute, too!

  • http://www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com Little Red Book

    Welcome to the world of Bottega Louie! Glad you liked it. That cuff is amazing, your mom is very talented.

    http://www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com

  • http://pinkandpolos.blogspot.com Erin

    aw love the outfit!
    and the fare looks delicious.

    xo
    Erin

    pinkandpolos.blogspot.com

  • http://www.honeywhatscooking.com/ Honey @ Honey, What’s Cooking

    omg, you look stunning in that last picture with the heels and all. gorgeous pics! You are gorgeous!

  • http://GourmetStyleGirl.wordpress.com GourmetStyleGirl

    Downtown SF can sometimes be a bit scary too, but those macarons and bloody marys just might make it worth it :)

    GourmetStyleGirl.wordpress.com

  • http://www.evolvmag.com evolV Magazine

    Cute Dress!

  • http://www.evolvmag.com evolV Magazine

    Oh, and the bloody mary looks pretty awesome too!!!

    http://www.evolvmag.com

  • http://sequinsandponies.com Danielle

    Downtown is THE BEST! So many great spots to eat, drink, and look fabulous:)

    http://sequinsandponies.com

  • http://chicgeek.blog.com/ Kiara

    killer shoes, ADORE<3

  • http://Bluejasminevodka.blogspot.com Miss Vodka

    You look gorgeous. The dress is fantastic xo

  • http://frocksandheels.blogspot.com/ Brandi

    I love Bottega. If you go back for dinner you have to try their portobello fries. YumQ