to the minimum.

 

zara coat, thrifted silk tank top, sam edelman sandals & forever21 jeans 

 

for the last year or so i've kept a really simple (and greyscale) wardrobe with the exception of denim, camel, a tiny bit of color here and there and even sequins.  it makes dressing up easy but building it, knowing essential pieces is key.  this post features some; a masculine camel coat, a silk tank top and ripped & relaxed denim.  and depending on the occasion or event, i like to make sure it doesn't look overly "comfortable" by adding a sexy and chic pair of shoes.  



still shopping.

zara camel coat, zara knit, zara knit & forever 21 jacket

happy new year, everyone!  yes, my first post of the year but so far I've been at home helping my kids complete a couple of projects and sorting through my house reorganizing and getting rid of things we no longer need.  Something I do every year so we don't accumulate too much.  In between projects I've been  browsing all the sales going on.  Going through Zara's sales is dangerous.  I've found so much for myself and the kids that I really need to stop but  I think it is safe to say I am done.  I scored this camel coat that sold out back in September, this Céline copy-cat knit in gray which  I already have in black and this angora crop sweater which I was swooning for in cream when it first came out but black is great too. I hadn't gone to forever21 in a while before I visited the store earlier this week when I  found this Isabel Marant copy-cat jacket.  All they had was black so I ordered the cream from the website.  Curious to see how it will look in person.  

Anyway, wishing you all more blessings this year!! Xo

on the first day.

 

 

Yumi Kim Rachel dress c/o, Zara blazer, Dolce Vita boots & vintage clutch

 

Yumi Kim is kicking off the Holidays with "12 Days of Yumi Kim" which features a piece a day with a special price.  This dress is normally $304 but today only it's $152 with the code YKDAY1.  Get it here.

It's perfect for the holidays!!  It's such a statement piece on its own all you need are stockings, pumps and a gold clutch.  Add beachy waves and smokey eyes for a Kate Moss, glamorous kind of feel or keep it fun and casual with mid-shaft booties like how I did.  Use a blazer as a cape and it is completely chic.

Remember, the code is only valid today!!   

 



whether the weather.

old coat, yumi kim alyssa dress c/o & dolce vita talullah boots

this year i felt surfing through crowds and waiting in line for hours on zombie mode for black friday was not going to be worth it.  i was able to complete all of my holiday shopping each time i went but i forgot how it felt to just go home after thanksgiving dinner with my family and just go to bed.  i appreciated how i was able to just wake up and lay comfy and cozy on my couch with my laptop and shop from here.  and some online black friday sales last throught the weekend...no brainer!

currently i have been enjoying the nostalgia of the 90's from everything i've been into lately (fashion-wise).  i feel like it's almost too easy that it's borderline costumey.  you have to make sure to add a modern touch.  this floral print maxi dress from Yumi Kim paired with a wool coat is just that. 



summer's end.

 

 

photos by ryan chua

 

zara blouse, urban outfitter shorts, watch c/o charlotte russe & h&m sandals

 

my favorite combination amped up a little.  some crossover and suede action to make it a little more fun :)  happy friday to everyone and have a fun and safe holiday! 

 

 



suede and studded.

photography by Ryan Chua

zara top, forever21 shorts that i DYIed myself, zara heels similar pair here, celine sunglasses another cute pair here

i finally had the chance to do a shoot with ryan so of course i had to bring out these suedette shorts i got from f21 that i added studs to.  i promised on my IG that i'd do a tutorial but i totally failed.  i might just give written instructions.  i was inspired by isabel marant fw '13's stud trimmed scallops.  one of my most worn items this summer is this crew neck blouse.  i have a similar one from last year but i'm really into its curved hems.  i'm so sad i got rid of a bunch from several years back.  a lot of people are asking where i found my celine sunglasses.  i got them at nordstrom but the girl who helped me locate them said they were hard to find and almost sold out and that was back in april.  so if you're looking for some alternatives which are a lot cheaper, i found a lot of cute oversized cat-eye frames here. 

it's been a long week and i'm so excited it's finally friday.  i'll be enjoying my 'me time' in the city with my sister later :)

enjoy your weekend everyone!! <3 nbsp="" p="">

bright shot.

 

blouse c/o yumi kim, forever21 shorts, free people sandals, zara bag & amy jungwa (from etsy) necklaces

 

one of my favorite summer outfits easily because it has that bright shot of color that my wardrobe needs sometimes and it's so comfy.  when chosing the right bottoms for this top, i don't even have to think about it.  these pale denim shorts were meant to be paired with color and tan accessories like my lunchbag clutch and studded sandals compliment everything perfectly.