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Aquamarine

November 3, 2014

Sweater Charter Club/ Tights Wraphilosophy / Necklace AnaInspirations

One of my favorite shopping moments is as follows… I am scrolling through clothing when all of a sudden my eye catches something new. It is the standout clothing piece that brings a burst of new outfit ideas to my mind. These embellished tights from Wraphilosphy is one of those awesome statement pieces. When I saw it, an old aquamarine dress that’s been retiring in my closet came immediately to mind. I just love the flirty tutu-style skirt!

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Tips to any DIY Costume (on a budget!)

October 30, 2014

We’ve arrived at the end of a week of high spirits!

I had to pull together a variety of costumes in the past few days, and I compiled a few pieces of advice amidst the process of dressing up. Since I love DIY and putting things together on my own, costumes are fun to come up with-no matter how busy or broke I might be! I see it as a chance to buy new things for my closet, not as a command to spend money on a prepackaged costume that I’ll only wear for the dress-up occasion.

If you don’t have the cash this season to spend on an amazing costume–that unfortunately you’ll wear only once or twice, here are some of my tried and true suggestions…

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A Different View

October 28, 2014

Bag LV Neverfull MM / Glasses Armani Exchange / Cardigan CHOIES

I enjoy some quiet self-company in the fall, when the colors of the leaves change and the blanket of night falls early. We all love our alone time, whether we use it to organize, think, dream, or just silently observe and admire surroundings. Since no one really knows I wear glasses, I always feel distanced or aloof when wearing them (even though I look a bit dorky). I know it throws people off, and changes my appearance and the image I give. I think my glasses serve as a good shield for when I want a personal bubble around me. They give the look a touch of impartiality.

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Sunday in Paradise

October 26, 2014

I love food, and the cuter and prettier the food, the more I love it! That is probably why beautifully made sweets are one of my favorite things on this world. I treat myself to sweets when I want a “sweet” experience. I just love sitting down in an adorable cafe and enjoying amazing food. Half of the time I can’t even bring myself to start cakes sometimes because they look too perfect! Sitting at this cafe-Sakura Cakes- with my best friend Tiffany made me miss Shanghai so much! I ate at cute little cafes in Shanghai so often, and they are abundant among the streets and malls. Thankfully, there are some awesome ones around Palo Alto too! 🙂 I loved seeing all the fall and Halloween decorations and paintings all over the windows of stores in Los Altos downtown-absolutely lovely!

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