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the San Francisco lifestyle blog by JENNIFER HENRY-NOVICH

April 25, 2017 / FASHION, LIFESTYLE

San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers Picnic

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I’ve been telling Matt for the longest time it seems that I want to pack up a picnic and play hooky from work and responsibilities and go for a picnic.  Well…I decided to do it!  It all triggered with a trip to Target actually–let me explain.

I recently was in Target (as I always am, let’s be real) picking up a few things and I noticed they had a display of outdoor glasses, plates, and a picnic basket!  It was really cute and kind of reminded me of something from the Wizard of Oz, but I remember being surprised at the price tag for how big it was.  I ended up finding this one online and loved the shape and blue gingham napkins.  With my new picnic basket en route to my house, time to plan the picnic!

Living in San Francisco, I’ve always loved the Conservatory of Flowers and knew that would be a gorgeous location to pack up a bottle of wine and a picnic basket and spend an afternoon.  It cracks me up that this picnic basket has salt and pepper shakers in it because it seems like so much effort to pack a picnic that needs salt and pepper added–haha, so I decided this particular spring Thursday needed a picnic of simple essentials.  I packed up a bottle of AVA Grace Wine–nothing like a crisp glass of wine on a hot day!–, juicy strawberries, truffle cheese I picked up from Trader Joe’s, and a crunchy baguette to round it all out. Yum!

I’m glad that winter has passed us because as much as I love a cozy over-sized sweater, I much prefer flowy dresses and bohemian details!  Dresses like this one make me swoon–and I love the super affordable price of this one too!  And how cute are these handmade sandals from Nemesis Sandals? I can’t wait to watch the leather naturally patina over a summer of wearing them.

If you don’t have a picnic planned for yourself soon, I highly recommend it! This afternoon with no laptop and no phone was so good for my soul!

What I’m wearing: Outfit Essentials

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  1. robin rue says

    April 25, 2017 at 1:38 pm

    What a lovely place for a picnic. I love picnics in areas with lots of flowers like this.

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  2. Maureen says

    April 25, 2017 at 1:57 pm

    That is one fabulous looking picnic. Love that you were able to pack up and enjoy yourself. Beautiful photos with a beautiful background. I am sure the San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers is gorgeous!

    Reply
  3. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    April 25, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    You look so beautiful! I love that dress. It’s got such a lovely pattern and color scheme.

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  4. Colleen Lanin says

    April 25, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    It is SO pretty there! I could go for an afternoon out among the flowers and sunshine.

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  5. Jen Rattie says

    April 25, 2017 at 2:14 pm

    That looks like an awesome day to me. I love getting outside on a nice, sunny day.

    Reply
  6. Pam Wattenbarger says

    April 25, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    There’s nothing like a good picnic in the summer! This looks like a beautiful location for a picnic.

    Reply
  7. Adiel says

    April 25, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    Why are you so gorg!? Love those sunnies on you!

    Reply
  8. Meagan says

    April 25, 2017 at 5:19 pm

    That is a gorgeous place for a picnic. I love the outfit you picked as well.

    Reply
  9. Liz Mays says

    April 25, 2017 at 5:29 pm

    Great photos! This looked like such a nice day and your outfit rocked! I love the pretty flowers in the background too.

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  10. Dale Janée (@Savvy_Spice) says

    April 25, 2017 at 6:44 pm

    Love this post! Gorgeous pics Jennifer and that picnic basket and the whole spread is so perfect (just like the sun in SF that day. 🙂

    xoDale

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  11. Theresa says

    April 25, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    Conservatory of Flowers looks like an awesome place for a picnic. And, shopping Target always seems to inspire new adventures for me too.

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  12. Toni Dash says

    April 26, 2017 at 4:49 am

    That’s a perfect spot for a picnic! You look gorgeous, and I love your dress!! 😀

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  13. Seattle Travel Blogger says

    April 26, 2017 at 7:40 am

    Target definitely has some great deals and I love to shop there.
    You look SO relaxed in your pictures! …good for you to get out from work and find some time to kick back!

    Reply
  14. Our Family World says

    April 26, 2017 at 8:35 am

    I love those shoes! They are just so cute and so spring! Your dress is gorgeous too. I need to take our picnic stuff out of storage. Pretty soon, we too will be wanting to go on a picnic!

    Reply
  15. KIm Croisant says

    April 26, 2017 at 11:33 am

    What gorgeous photos you have here. OH my – I love the color of your dress too. Looks very nice on you as does those awesome shoes…..I would love a pair!!

    Reply
  16. Brianne says

    April 26, 2017 at 12:56 pm

    Love it all! This picnic looks amazing! I am going to try to do one for Mother’s Day like this!

    Reply
  17. Adrianne Betz says

    April 26, 2017 at 1:26 pm

    You’re much braver than me! I would never play hooky but it looks like you really enjoyed yourself!

    Reply
  18. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    April 26, 2017 at 11:17 pm

    I wish I could do what you did! A weekday spent relaxing like that, a simple picnic in a place surrounded by lovely flowers would be a dream come true for me.! BTW, I love your Bohemian style dress!

    Reply
  19. Inklocita says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:59 am

    uuu so lovely

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  20. AhmedsweAhmedsweed says

    April 28, 2017 at 4:07 am

    Very nice and beautiful

    Reply
  21. Barb says

    May 1, 2017 at 8:23 am

    We’ve been thinking of having a picnic as well because the weather has been so nice lately! Never been to the conservatory of flowers but always wanted to. Looks so gorgeous there! Have a great week!

    xoxo Barb
    http://www.flashesofdelight.com

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  22. Shannon Gurnee says

    May 1, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    These are super cute pics! I love your outfit and the picnic basket looks super cute!

    Reply
  23. Tami says

    May 3, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    I love your dress

    Reply

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