First Day of Fall

 

Photography by the Dapper Albert Park

Saturday was the first day of fall so I wanted to show off the skirt that I will be rocking all of fall. Even though the sun still shines between the grey clouds and the showers, nothing says fall more like the dropping temperature and the dropping leaves. I got this skirt in the mid 2000's when the layered bottom was still popular. However the asymmetrical cut was really odd back then but now I feel like it fits in well with the high-low trend.

I'm Wearing:
Top: ASOS (similar)
Earrings: H&M (similar)
Skirt: Twin-Set by Simona Barbieri
Leggings: Uniqlo
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell

In the Mood for the Last Leaves of Autumn

Photography by the Humpy Irene Tran

One of the few things I miss about living in the U-District is the walkable (or bike-able) distance it is to the arboretum, a perfect place where urban intertwines with nature. Granted this place looks spectacular all year round, fall is when you can see how different trees from around the world shed their green.

What I'm Wearing

Sweater: Chicwish
Shirt: H&M (similar)
Skirt: Club Monaco
Shoes: Aldo
Leggings: American Apparel
Lipstick: Make Up Forever Color #42

In the Mood for Hearts, Dots and Bows, Oh My!

The heart print blouse is lots of fun to wear. I match it with black leggings; I layer on a jacket or like this time, i pair it with this equally funky colored skirt. When I saw this skirt with the cute bow in the front and bold salmon color polka dots, I could not put it down. I've already owned a blue skirt with white polka dots print, but I am such a sucker for polka dots, so I had to get this skirt :P. The skirt's waistline with the shirt tucked in with helps create a playful and flirty style.

This is the third pair of Seychelles shoes I own.  I am definitely a fan of their vintage inspired style

with a modern twist. These shoes are also fairly easy to walk in, also easy to dress up or down depending on the clothing you choose. 

Thanks for our friend Irene for taking these photos!

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What I'm Wearing

Shirt: H&M (similar long sleeves in white or similar cardigan in coral)
Skirt: October Sky (similar seen here)
Jacket: K.A.K.O (similar)
Earrings: Carolina Herrera
Shoes: Seychelles

In the Mood for Polka Dots

Remember the Alameda Vintage Fair post back in February? I got a pair of 70's frames at the fair and I recently had real lenses added to them. Lately I've also been very keen on polka dots.

I saw this vintage blouse at a boutique store while I was visiting Chicago. I love the subtleties in the design: puff sleeves, unique neckline and the dots are of various sizes & colors but the colors are slightly faded.





What I'm Wearing

Blouse: Vintage (similar)
Skirt: (similar)
Socks: H&M
Shoes: from Modcloth

Special thanks goes to our friend Rasmus for being the photographer for this post.

In the Mood for a Dream in Creamsicle

 This skirt is simply elegant and moves like a dream. I first fell in love with it when I saw how completely simple yet unique the shape was. The asymmetrical cut gives the skirt a unique view from each side yet the slit balances out the extra length to make a short girl, like me, look taller.

I found out today that my partner, Xiang, will be visiting Seattle next month which is super exciting because we rarely get a chance to see each other. I'm excited for all the blog photo shoots to come!

What I'm Wearing

Blouse: Broadway & Bloom Silk Blouse
Skirt: The Addison Story Asymmetrical Skirt 
Earrings: T+J Designs Gold Tassels
Necklace: Forever 21 Leaf Tiered Necklace
Shoes: Vince Camuto Vickiy Pump (4" Version)

In the Mood for a Lovely View

After this shoot I think I found at least 32 bobbing pins in my hair. I loved how regal this bun looked but it's way too complicated for me to do on my own! This is one of my many outfits for a cold rainy day where I will be spending much of my time indoors. It's really obvious I got the inspiration for the color palette from the grey Seattle weather.  However grey the outfit though, having a skirt with pockets is the most convenient thing in the world! This wool mini and thigh high sock combination overall is a great outfit for staying in but warm enough to run around in the rain in. 

What I'm Wearing

Blouse: Broadway & Bloom Silk Blouse
Skirt: H&M Wool Skirt (similar)
Tights: H&M Sheer Black Tights (similar)
Socks: UO Thigh High Socks (similar)
Necklace: T+J Designs Sleek Link Necklace
Shoes: Forever 21 Victorian Boots (seen here)

In the Mood for Cherry Blossoms

I bought this skirt closer to the middle of winter and have been waiting for a sunny weekend to finally break it out. The UW Quad is one of the most beautiful places in Seattle during the spring and I thought the colors of the cherry blossoms matched perfectly with this spring outfit. All the chiffon skirts at American Apparel are made beautifully however they are incredibly sheer so I recommend wearing them with tights. Apparently their ash rose color tights are basically as pale as my complexion.

The silk blouse is a favorite piece of mine that I will probably wear for many many outfits to come. I also feel the same way about the necklace which was designed by another local fashion blogger.


What I'm Wearing

Blouse: Broadway & Bloom Silk Blouse
Skirt: American Apparel Double Layered Chiffon Skirt in Grenadine
Tights: American Apparel Ash Rose Sheer Tights
Necklace: T+J Designs Silver Luxe Braided Necklace 
Shoes: Vince Camuto Vickiy Pump (4" Version)
Clutch: Nine West Perforated Clutch (similar)

In the Mood for the Highs and Lows

Photography by Rishi Sanyal

Only in Seattle can you find yourself amidst perfectly beautiful weather one day and using every speed your windshield wipers have to offer the next. The surprise bursts of sun always make me excited for the coming spring and summer and I've been looking for the perfect high low skirt to flaunt for quite a while now. The one that Forever 21 has to offer is light enough to trail behind you, bright enough to turn heads, and honestly it's something anyone can afford which is probably why it's sold out. Fortunately the high low trend has gotten big enough to find this skirt in any style and any color. I'm not a big fan of animal print but these snake skin wedges go with everything and I love how the print contrasts with the leather.

What I'm Wearing

Jacket: Sparkle & Fade Leather and Wool Mix Jacket (similar)
Blouse: H&M Button-up Blouse (similar) (similar from H&M)
Skirt: Forever 21 High Low Chiffon Skirt (similar)
Tights: UO Cross Tights (similar from ASOS)
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell Vargas Wedge

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In the Mood for a Stroll in the Park

I'm not the biggest fan of Valentine's Day and even though the whole holiday is all about flowers, chocolate, and desserts, it could never hold a candle to the likes of Christmas and Chinese New Year. Although I love dining out, there's nothing remotely romantic about a crowded restaurant. So instead of deciding to sit by candlelight, we sat by the first light of the morning for an early breakfast.

We met bright and early at an empty french cafe for a delightful meal before we headed to our respective offices. So I picked an outfit that could work for a breakfast/brunch date that you can also wear to work right after. The red trench coat might be a little cheesy for Valentine's Day but it stands out every other day of the year in the gloomy Seattle weather and the skirt is cut in quite a lovely shape. You may realize down the line that I have a love obsession with Jeffrey Campbell shoes. These are especially worth obsessing over and although there are a ton of bow pumps out there, there aren't quite any in the same color nor quite any for the amazing price of $50.

What I'm Wearing

Coat: H&M Red Trench Coat 
Blouse: American Apparel Chiffon Secretary Blouse
Skirt: H&M Color Block Skirt (similar) (in dress form)
Tights: Club Monaco Polka Dot Tights (Still in stock in stores but not online - similar)
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell Situation (You may still be able to find these at Nordstrom's Rack however, here are a couple of similar styles - J. Crew, Kate Spade)

In the Mood for Something Cutesy

Maybe I have a specific style, but in general, I love pretty much every thing as long as they are matched with the right stuff :) and I always think there is going to be a time in my life that I would not pull off certain outfits.

For example: denim mini skirts → loved it in high school, but after 2nd yr college I became self-conscious about wearing them.

Now I love bright colors and patterns and mix match them. One day I would not be able to pull off an outfit with so much pink and red, so now I am trying to appreciate them as much as I can :D

What I'm Wearing


Wide Brimmed Wool Felt Hat: BCBG Max Azria (similar)
Dusty Pink Coat: american appeal
Black bow tie sweater: vintage, got it at American Appeal's warehouse sale in sf (similar)
Red Skirt: Forever 21. ps. my definition of the color red is not that strict :p (somewhat similar)
Red Patterned Tights: Not sure... my mom got this for me from China when she visited during x'mas. My mom always cuts the tags off. But it is super soft and pretty warm :) (similar)
Red Purse: Fossil
Shoes: Vainer (similar shoes from Zara)
Classy Red Sunglasses: Super
Scruchie: from my mom (similar)