3.1 Phillip Lim x Zara

 Happy Sunday! The summer season is coming to an end, but mother nature sure knows how to make an impression with the heat. To contrast with the heat, it's always best to wear light colors, other than black (I know I'm sad inside because I always wear black). However, I cannot escape from wearing boots!

My post consists of a grey wrap skirt from Zara and a sleeveless, fish printed, jeweled tank by Phillip Lim. The statement piece is the top itself which has bold spring/summer colors, but to elevate the tank from any ordinary tank, there are clear jewels around the neckline. Makes it easy without having to accessorize much. Another feature of the tank is a contrasting sheer fabric on the back, making it a bit sexy.

On a side note, I have become more of a fan of Phillip Lim's collection because of how amazing his clothes fits me. From having a more block style dress to a dress that gives you a fit and flare to show your physique. If you haven't checked out his F/W 14 collection, go check it out! Great fabric, great prints, and simplicity.

Get this look:
 3.1 Phillip Lim Fish Crystal Tank

#InMyJBrand

 Summer is coming to a close, but the heat continues to shine down! Featured in this post is a white sleeveless jbrand blouse. With a pocket on one side and a flap on the other side, a simple sleeveless piece is elevated to add a bit more sophistication to a casual look.

I styled this top in two ways, one with a skinny boyfriend and with distressed shorts. The boyfriend jeans are by Joes Jeans which I sized down to create a skinnier fit. It's a great pair of jeans to have as they are more true denim compared to other brands that have a lot of stretch quality these days.

The super distressed shorts are from Topshop and are meant to be boyfriend shorts, but I sized down in them as well for a tighter fit. To add a more carefree feel to the outfit with shorts, I put on a fedora from Topman, which is nice to block the sun from my face.

Lately, I have been admiring jbrand's ready to wear collection from being around them at work. In an easy phrase, it's casual sophistication.

Shop my look:
Joe's Boyfriend Jeans
Topshop Distressed Shorts (similar)
Topman Fedora (similar)

Minimalistic

 Happy Sunday! The best day of the week for me because it means relaxation, good food, and good company. What I am bringing to my blog today is my love for a minimalistic look. The fact that I have recently been purchasing lots of black pieces is influenced from work, and the fact that black just easily elevates any look any time.

My look for the day is this slip-like dress from Elie Tahari. The key point on this dress is the lace panel on the top of the dress, and at the bottom hem. With a more classy silky look in the front contrasted by a knit fabric on the back of the dress allows for a light weight dress great for the humidity. However, I can see this with an oversized coat for the upcoming season.

 Paired with my Balenciaga boots with a cork heel to add a bit of edge to the whole outfit. Gold hardware from my shoes bring together the same look by matching my rose gold watch, and silver rings.

Shop my look:
Elie Tahari Lace Dress

Split Back Tank

 

Today's post features this purpled hued split back tank from Rag & Bone. In light of this humid LA weather we're having, showing some skin doesn't hurt. What I love about this tank is how versatile this top can be. It's a perfect day to night top, just gotta change the bottoms. 

Speaking of bottoms, I paired this chic heathered tank with distressed boyfriend shorts from Madewell. To have a more higher fitted look, I belted the shorts to get a higher rise but to keep in tact the slouchy look the "boyfriend" style should have.

Lastly, in light of the summer season, I am still sporting my ultra comfortable Chanel espadrilles. I wish they didn't sell out so fast so I could get my hands on another pair!

 Find similar pieces:
Rag & Bone Split Back Tank
Madewell Boyshorts
Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

The Simpson Sundays

 Sundays for me are casual and relaxing. I always go back to dressing down for the weekends since I have to dress up all week for work. I love this simple tee I got from Uniqlo in NY. This Moma special edition tee from Uniqlo brings out my childhood and current favorite cartoon, The Simpsons. I paired it back to a high waisted, cuff shorts from Topshop.

For the rest of the pieces I'm wearing, my Tabitha Simmons ankle boots are finally broken into. After a week or two of painful toes....they are now comfortable to wear. My sunglasses are Oliver Peoples and are a round frame. They're super light weight and polarized.

Thanks for reading! Hopefully my future posts will be a bit more inspirational :)

Topshop's Floral Romper

 

I hope you all have had a happy 4th of July! Finally, we can start to feel the summer heat creeping on. What's more perfect to wear than a romper? A complete outfit to show some skin, but to still keep some coverage. Topshop has really great pieces this summer that gives a pop of color. My romper is actually from Topshop, but I got it a while ago. Don't forget to use your student discount there if you have a student id! 

 Lately, I have been keeping my looks very minimalistic. Staying classic with neutral colors in black, white, and grays. I guess my job has influenced my more colorful wardrobe choices to become more subtle, but still stylish (I hope...hehe).

 

As you all can see, I cannot steer away from my obsession of boots. I can wear these in any weather, no matter how hot it gets. These Balenciaga boots are unique and edgy, and it was screaming at me when I first saw them at Barneys New York in New York City. All the perks of these boots starts from the perfect heel height, to the unique cork made heel, to its clean, shiny, black leather exterior. Go check out Barney's midsummer sale if you ever have the chance! You can find some really great pieces to add to your wardrobe.

Thanks for reading and stay tuned for more posts from me. I guess you can join my journey as my hair gets longer and longer :)

Homage to Black & White

 

I'm back! It's definitely been a while but summer has been keeping me busy with work and interning. Plus...I went to New York for the first time ever which was rather exciting! City of lights and busy bodies. If you take a look at my instagram, you'll see all the places I've been and some of the foods I ate. 

My look for this post was definitely inspired by the city. Apart from the fact that I wear a lot of black lately, the rustic history of New York is definitely captured in my desire to post in black and white. The skirt by DKNY is like graffiti that I saw in areas around Soho. I also saw a painting at MOMA which is so similar to the print on this skirt. 

Staying true to my love of boots, these Tabitha Simmons boots is great for all occasions. It is perfect for both the LA/NY kind of girl. 

 

A side bit of info about me, when I was in high school I took photography for two years, and everything was captured on a film camera. I love how you can capture a photo in its true form, being black and white. I love taking photos in black and white, and now I get to be in front of the camera for a change :)