Tattered

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Turtleneck-J.Crew

Jeans-Blank NYC

Tweed jacket-Zara

Sunglasses-Karen Walker

Ring-David Yurman

One of the things I love about fashion is that even when you bring unconventional styles together, it can still work. Clothes don't always have to match in print or be in the same color family and can still look cohesive, if that makes sense. I love mixing casual clothes with a bit of prim and proper like ripped jeans and a tweed jacket. Kind of cheeky, no?

Hope you're having a great week. Xo.

Winter Grid

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Sweater-Theory

Scarf-Zara (similar options here and here)

Jeans-Rag & Bone

Hat-H&M (old, similar style here)

Sunglasses-Celine

Watch-Michele

Happy Friday! Some of the most worn winter accessories for me thus far have been wool/knit hats and cozy blanket scarves. I've accumulated quite a bit of scarves since last winter (my loving sis calls me the crazy scarf lady) but they've each been on heavy rotation, which in my mind justifies the purchases;)

Have a great weekend. Xo.

Prowl

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Coat-Zara

Chambray shirt-H&M (old, similar here)

Jeans-AE

Hat-H&M (old, similar here)

Sunglasses-Karen Walker

Say hello to this new addition to my outwear family! I had my eyes on this Zara jacket when I first saw it in store about a month ago but walked away empty handed because my coat collection is already quite...abundant. A couple of weeks later I stopped by the store again to return a purchase and saw that the jacket got marked down! I basically took that as a sign, considering my size was also in stock (can you tell I was finding reasons to justify this purchase?) Anyway, it's one of my new favorite pieces I've been wearing consistently especially since it can instantly lift a plain outfit into something else. As Jenna Lyons states, "...as far as I'm concerned, leopard is a neutral."

Have a great week. Xo.

Toggle Coat

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Coat-Uniqlo (smilar here and here)

Scarf-Zara (from last year, similar option here)

Skirt-F21

Sunglasses-Karen Walker

One of my favorite places to shop when in NYC is Uniqlo--word on the streets is that they are opening a store in Virginia!! The quality of their clothes and price point can't be beat (highly recommend their warm ultra thin down coats for the winter) so when I was visiting my sister in the city a month ago, I had to stop by. While browsing through the store, I immediately gravitated towards this coat because of the vibrant color red color and the toggle buttons. Pairing the red coat with my favorite tartan print scarf puts me in the holiday mood and excited for what December has to offer:)

Have a great week. Xo.

Checked

Photos courtesy of Sung Shin

Shirt-Ann Taylor

Scarf-Zara

Faux leather jogger pants-F21(similar style here)

Sunglasses-Fendi

Shoes-KORS Michael Kors

Hi everyone! It's been awhile since I've done an outfit post which has partly been because I've been feeling uninspired and a bit burnt out with blogging. I wanted to detach myself from blogging to focus more on my personal life with out having to feel the pressure of trying to have posts ready for the week. The mini break is just what I needed to feel refreshed to blog again (with new ideas) and am looking forward to sharing regular outfit and food posts again with you. 

Have a great week. Xo.

As of Late

Took a silks class for the first time which made me realize how weak my upper body is but was fun, nonetheless.

Finally dined at Peter Luger Steakhouse in Brooklyn. This restaurant has been on my restaurant bucket list forever and I finally made it out to this Michelin rated steakhouse. The steak definitely lives up to the hype but I still think the best steak I ever had was in Argentina and Japan (Peter Luger comes next). I found it hilarious and awesome that they had bacon as an appetizer…just pure, unadulterated slabs of glorious bacon. Naturally, I had to order it. After cleaning our plates like the true gluttons we are (waiter was impressed), I noticed that several people were ordering dessert. At this point my jean buttons were about to pop but I ordered one anyway and let me tell you about this whipped cream that came out with the key lime pie. It was the BEST WHIPPED CREAM I EVER HAD. I don't even like whipped cream but I couldn't stop eating this by the spoonful and when I asked the waiter what was in it, he said it was a secret and that they had a designated person in charge of making it!! WHAT?! I asked twice for the recipe and was denied both times. Persistence didn't work that night. Oh and we saw Kate Upton and her bf dining a couple tables away from us that night!

Trying the lox and cream cheese on an everything bagel at Ess-A-Bagel. There really isn't anything I can say bad about this dreamy sandwich--a generous spread of cream cheese and velvety slices of lox in between a perfectly chewy, soft bagel with a slightly crispy coating. Next time I'm in the city I want to try the famous bagels from Russ and Daughters. I also couldn't leave with out a stop by Levain Bakery who makes the best oatmeal raisin cookies. Ever. Some people swear by their famous chocolate chip walnut cookie but I personally think their oatmeal raisin cookie tops it. I also got lucky and picked up the last sticky bun they had for the weekend (they're only made on the weekends) for my sister since she likes morning buns. She seemed to enjoy it although I felt indifferent about them. I'm not impressed with them as I am with their cookies. Ugh so good.

Temperatures are dropping which means sweater weather and wearing warm accessories such as cozy, blanket scarves. Both are recent (within a month) purchases from Zara.

Recently colored my hair a medium to dark brown shade. No more ombre...for now. But now that my hair has been colored and processed I am paranoid that it's damaged to the point where it will break off. My colorist swears by this nourishing oil by Kerastase and recommended it to me so I've been using it recently and have noticed that it definitely has helped put moisture back to my strands. I've always been a huge fan of Kerastase products...just not the price.

Still trying to organize all my travel photos from my DSLR camera and camera phone. This iPhone picture was taken from The Peak, the highest point on Hong Kong island. My selfie stick would've come in handy while I was up here but I bought it the day after!! This view though...

Recently bought this shift dress from Ann Taylor and it has been a favorite Fall layering piece. I wear it with a button down or a fitted 3/4 sleeve underneath and is a great work appropriate piece or to wear for a night out. Love the faux leather pocket panels and it's currently on sale for an additional 60% off right now.

All Year Round

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Shirt-Ann Taylor (currently on sale)

Jeans-Zara (old but similar style HERE)

Shoes-Pour La Victoire

Cuff-Hermes

Hat-H&M (old)

Clutch-Saint Laurent
Sunglasses-Karen Walker

The outdated notion of not wearing white after labor day is exactly that--outdated. White is chic all year round and doesn't have to be seasonal;)

Have a great week. Xo.

Double Double

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Blazer-Ann Taylor (old, similar version HERE)

Shorts-Zara

Chambray top-Express 

Shoes-KORS Michael Kors

Purse-Proenza Schouler

Sunglasses-Karen Walker

Hi everyone! Sorry for the lack of posts lately--it's been a mixture of busyness as well as laziness contributing to the radio silence. Since it's been awhile since I've posted an outfit post, I thought I'd start off with one of my favorite go to looks that's always reliable: double denim. I wear my chambray shirt frequently during the fall/winter season so I've been on the hunt for a sleeveless version for summer and finally found one randomly hidden in the sales rack at Express last week. The store only had one left in stock so I took that as a sign;) (Still available online). 

I also love wearing white blazers during the summer because it looks fresh, crisp, and simply chic. Next time you find yourself reaching for your classic black blazer, try swapping it for a white one. 

Wishing you a wonderful rest of the week. Xo.

Anorak

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Blouse-Joie

Jeans-Zara

Jacket-Uniqlo (similar style here)

Pendant-David Yurman

Sunglasses-Celine

Shoes-Pour La Victoire

I picked up this Anorak jacket at the Uniqlo store in NYC while I was visiting my sister this past February and thought it would be perfect for Spring (I encouraged her to buy the military green version of it ha!) It's lightweight, hooded, water repellant (kept me dry when I wore it a couple of rainy weekends ago), and the price point was reasonable ($79). I've always been a huge fan of this store to shop for high quality basics with an affordable price tag and am happy to include this great transitional piece into my closet for Spring. Now if they would only open up a store in the DMV....

Have a great weekend. Xo.

Weekend Comfort

 

Photos courtesy of Sung Shin

Leather jacket-Theory (old, this years version here)

Gingham shirt-J.Crew

Leather (faux) pants-BlankNYC

Scarf-Zara

Sunglasses-Karen Walker

Purse-Celine

Beanie-Uniqlo

Ring-David Yurman

Hi everyone! Hope you had a nice and relaxing holiday surrounded by loved ones. This weekend is all about family time, hanging out with my sister who's visiting from NYC, and getting errands done before welcoming the new year.

Cheers to the last weekend of 2013! Xo. 

Leather and Lace

 

 Photos courtesy of Sung Shin

Lace shirt-H&M (old)

Boyfriend jeans-Zara

Belt-J.Crew

Moto jacket-Free People

Shoes-Pour La Victoire

Sunnies-Karen Walker (use code INTHEFAMILY25 for 25% off)

Moto jackets are huge this season and pairing it with something feminine like a lace shirt or a dress downplays the toughness of the jacket. Sweet yet tough;)

Have a great week. Xo.

Think Pink

Photos courtesy of Sung Shin

Sweater, necklace, belt-J.Crew

Jeans-Zara
Baseball cap-Express

Purse-Celine

Sunnies-Karen Walker

Shoes-Pour La Victoire

Not only is the month of October American Pharmacist month (kinda geeky but whatever!) it is also Breast Cancer Awareness month. Working as a health professional in the industry, there are certain diseases that cloud my thoughts a bit more as a female. I can't stress enough the importance of simply being aware of this disease and the steps you can do to detect breast cancer early on.

Knowledge is power, ladies. Xo.

Double Denim

Photos courtesy of Sung Shin

Chambray shirt-H&M

Jeans-Zara

Belt-J.Crew

Purse-Chanel

Ring-David Yurman

Sunnies-Karen Walker

Hi everyone! The past couple of days that I've been off from work have been dedicated to getting my errands done and doing some major cleaning around the house since both have been neglected due to recent travels. I'm a fan of the laid back double denim look and it's one of those easy casual looks to put together. I wanted to break up the denim with a leopard belt so there's a small bit of print mixed in, but another option could be to add a colorful or printed scarf. A simple yet chic look that will take you from your errands to lunch/dinner with friends;) 

Have a great rest of the week! Xo. 

Merci

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Sweater-Banana Republic

Denim shorts-Zara

Shoes-DKNY (old)

Purse-Chanel

Sunnies-Karen Walker

Ring-David Yurman

Hi everyone! There's only a couple of days left in August and pretty soon the temperatures will be much cooler and the air much crisper. Before Fall comes at us full force, I'm still going to be wearing shorts and summer clothing (weather permitting, obviously). This past weekend was the perfect opportunity to wear shorts and a sweater which is one of my favorite things to wear when I want to keep my outfit low key.

Hope you guys have a great rest of the week. As you read this, I'll most likely be on the plane to Cancun, Mexico so I am signing off for a week! Vacation mode is on. Xo.

Summer Leopard

 

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Top-French Connection (old)

Jeans-Zara (love these too)

Clutch-Marc Jacobs

Hat-F21 (old)

Cuff-Hermes

Sunnies-Karen Walker

Thank goodness it's Friday! Couldn't be more happier that this week is over, especially because my 10 day staycation starts on Monday. I'll most likely be sleeping in, reading for fun, bikram yoga-ing, visiting NYC, catching up with friends, and just relaxing. Totally need this after a rough couple of weeks. 

Have a great weekend. Xo.

  

Black and Blue Summer

Photos courtesy of Sung Shin

Shirt-Gap (recent and on sale)

Denim shorts-Zara

Shoes-KORS Micahel Kors

Purse-Chanel

Ring-Maison Martin Margiela

Sunnies-Karen Walker

Cuff-John Hardy

Happy Friday! One of the colors schemes I fell in love with over fall/winter was pairing black and blue together which is something I will carry through all seasons. I wanted to have pops of black show up from accessories in my outfit while paired against this super comfy and simple navy sweatshirt I bought last week. Comfy top, cut offs, and Chanel? This is basically my summer uniform;)

Have a great weekend. Xo.