May 2013
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*a night out on the towne*
i’m still reminiscing over photos of my very good friends during their epic visit to boston last week :) after a harried start to the weekend with their long flight delay & then his graduation, *finally* it was time to hit the city streets for plenty of food & FUN!
we went to have dinner & a night out on the towne (as in towne stove & spirits) ^_^ it was an evening...
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*what i wore to a graduation in wellesley*
i had friends from oregon visiting over the weekend for the babson business school commencement. i oddly love yet loathe this time of year in boston where *all* the colleges & universities in the area commence (see how i did that? like that? ok, i’ll stop now) with their graduation ceremonies. it’s the usual shitshow with increased traffic around boston, but also cool to see...
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*a day at the MFA boston part 3: the samurai...
the last part of my day at the museum of fine arts in boston involved touring their new samurai armor collection. needless to say, the exhibition was quite spectacular & breathtaking in real life. if you are a fan of anything japanese culture, past or present, this is definitely the collection to see this summer. i’ll just let the photos speak for themselves :)
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*a day at the MFA boston part 2: stan sakai*
here it is! the main reason for my trip to the museum of fine arts last weekend…stan sakai! i’ve mentioned before that my husband is a huge comic book geek & *by osmosis* i’ve become one too. the story of usagi yojimbo, a ronin (or masterless samurai) rabbit who roams feudal japan during the edo period, is one that quickly became my favorite over the years. since mr....
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*a day at the MFA boston part I: the outfit*
i spent an amazing saturday just recently courtesy of the museum of fine arts boston. so much so that i’ll actually have to break that day up into several posts. first up, my outfit. a simple & easy dress for an afternoon of museum meandering :)
wearing: akira chicago red label dress || target tan heels || gifted DIY duct tape bracelet || dooney & bourke clear lunch tote...
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*neon abstract floral print for a rainy day*
i wanted to wear something fun, flirty & BRIGHT to the marshalls spring #fabfound event the other night. easily done with another PBxT dress in striking neon colors & abstract “kaleidoscope” type print.
however, the rains we recently had in boston also put a damper on an *almost* carefree evening. don’t i always have a clothing item to the rescue though? hahaha!...
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*#fabfound event at the fenway marshalls with...
i was really missing my fashion blogger friends whom i have not seen in a while so i was *very* happy when this event popped up…co-hosted by the very lovely & 5 months pregnant, lani of mon petit chou chou!
i had not been to the new marshalls in the fenway area of boston & was all too eager to see the new spring items that were in store for me :) i was even joking with another...
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*the easiest DIY ever - the floral hat*
i was perusing online for a hat to buy for this kentucky derby party MDH & i had to go to, but really wasn’t wanting to spend mucho $$$ for something ridiculous that i’ll only wear once. DIY skills to the rescue! so easy. took a wide-brimmed hat i already had…found a ribbon that was already conveniently connected & fit around the crown of the hat…found all...
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*black & white kentucky derby party outfit*
truth…i’ve never attended a kentucky derby party. i know right? i loves me any excuse to wear decorative headgear, but it was just never anything i really got into. my husband had a work-related party though, so i was happy to oblige. as i recall, the way MDH RSVP’d for us was…”oh don’t worry! any excuse for my wife to wear a big ass hat, we’ll be...
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*scenes from full moon resort in big indian, NY*
“oh give me a home…where the dharma neckplates roam. where the kids & the unicorns plaaaaaay….”
i have a sorta busy weekend coming up, so i leave you with photos from last week…when i was more relaxed & life was at a more leisurely pace. have a great weekend everyone ^_^
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*spring fashion staples ~ the denim jacket &...
who *doesn’t* have a jean jacket? it’s the best spring staple…easy, classic & that perfect layer for warmer weather when coats can be closeted, yet too soon for sleeveless. i’ve had this one for-rev-ver (as evidenced by i can no longer button it closed) but it has still retained it’s dark indigo color which i favor over lighter denim shades.
wearing: guess...
April 2013
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*what i wore for a wedding in the woods*
you know me…i wouldn’t go off “glamping” in the woods for no other reason than just to relax & get away from it all, right? you’re correct! actually, MDH & i attended a wedding that was the epitome of romantic country nuptials :) it was very rustic & down to earth with the ceremony in a moss-lined glade, yet elegant with a reception in a barn...
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*what i wore for a walk in the woods*
this past weekend, the hubs & spent a really nice quick weekend getaway at a resort in the catskills mountain area of NY state. i’ll be honest, i was leery at first. sounded too much like glorified camping to me…log cabin rooms, nowhere else to eat for miles, NO CELL PHONE SERVICE! *gasp*…can a city girl like me who is so “plugged” in all the time actually...
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*a different kind of animal print & denim*
going kind of overboard with this elephant print dress by pairing it with my elephant chain belt, don’t cha think? hey, why not? if you’re gonna go with a theme, just GO FOR IT right? hahaha! *another* kind of animal print overload :)
i first wore this dress for my father-in-law’s & sister-in-law’s dual exhibit art show back in february. it’s one of my...
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*favorite spring outfit ~ black & white striped...
ever since i saw *that* oscar de la renta striped ballgown, i had been goo-ga-ga for a similar outfit. granted, floor-length, full skirted gorgeousness is not practical for *everyday* wear, so, i’m glad i found this little swishy, bubble skirted lovely to tide me over :)
accessories: hello kitty ring (SF flagship store) || h&m black flower ring || swapped silver filigree bracelet...
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*black & blue*
as a kung fu instructor, i typically have bruises *somewhere* on my body at any given time…either from training with the students or admittedly self-inflicted with weapons work. wearing black & blue today then would probably be a more *accurate* representation of my true personal style…bwahaha!
wearing: zac posen for target snaps dress || vintage brocade jacket via oona’s...
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*for the love of watertown*
“nothing ever happens in watertown.” that was mine & my husband’s mantra over the 13 years that we’ve lived here. we leave our doors unlocked. once we even left our car doors & trunk wide open at night after bringing in groceries & forgot to go down & close them all. a neighbor shut them & called us that he did…not wanting our car battery to...
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*for the love of boston*
what can i say? it’s been a very difficult week for boston & will continue to be for a long time. my heart breaks for this city that i love so much. aurora…tucson…newtown…us. we’re now a part of the current landscape of national tragedies. never thought it would happen. however, to reiterate the sentiment, we’re boston, we’re strong,...
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*a pop of color*
the most overused terms in fashion blogging (in my opinion) are “obsessed, chic, stylish, pop of color & date night.” with that being said, on this most rainy, windy & dreariest of days, here’s my outfit featuring “a pop of color.” hypocrite much? hahaha!
wearing: michael kors fishermen net sweater || wet seal bodycon black dress || target neon pink...
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*style crush ~ tabatha coffey*
i spent the easter holiday weekend in florida with my family. i have a 2-month old niece & i’m *perfectly* content to sit, hold, feed & coo her all day while my sister-in-law showers, naps or just does what she needs to get done. one of those days, i spent watching a mega all-day marathon of tabatha’s salon takeover and tabatha takes over. i vaguely remember her from that...
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*blogger day at wrentham village premium outlets -...
it was blogger day at wrentham village premium outlets once more! we loved our first trip in the fall & when are kristen, sami & i *not* always up for hanging out together?!?! of course we went! this time, najeema of a stylized hysteria & kara aka the bostonista also tagged along for a super fun girls’ day out :)
this fine sunday morning, we started our shopping...
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*working it with roxy's grilled cheese at wine...
quick outfit post from friday night at boston’s wine riot. i helped out my friend, james, owner of the roxy’s grilled cheese truck, for the event & learned a lot about something i know *nothing* about…food vending! i took orders & collected money from the wine-drunk masses while james & my hubby churned out the hot & cheesy goodness. it was nonstop for 4...
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*family fun day at the zoo*
i’m back in boston from the fun time i had with my family in florida. i’m reminiscing already over the day spent at the zoo with my brother, sister-in-law & 2 nieces. i hadn’t been to the jacksonville zoo in forever & was really impressed with how much it has grown. we actually spent 6 hours there & didn’t see *every* single exhibit! plus feeding...
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*arm party - easter weekend & zoo edition*
i’m in florida for a slightly longer than long weekend with the family :) what do you expect *your* arm party would look like after spending time with the kids for the easter holiday & a day at the zoo? hahaha!
wearing: duct tape “spike” bracelet made by a friend’s daughter || bracelets via the butterfly, stingray & dino trek exhibits at the zoo :)
March 2013
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*the new colorblocking*
i was a big fan of colorblocking waaaaay back in the day…like 2012! hahaha! then, it was all about pairing big blocks of color…your blouse, your skirt & your shoes. i think the spring mix of colors will be like this dress, more a play on form with interesting lines, shapes & patterns instead, but still keeping to a more solid color scheme. also, it seems *bright*, like...
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*goodwill south boston store grand reopening*
if you’ve read my blog for any length of time, you’ve come to find that i’m a big goodwill fan. not just of shopping their stores to find that *one* (or 2 or 10) unique item(s), but also of their mission statement of helping individuals achieve independence & dignity through work.
i attended the grand reopening of their renovated south boston store yesterday (thanks...
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*oona's $5 fill a bag sale...rounds 2 & 3*
oona’s experienced clothing $5 a bag sale was too good…i had to go back the next day! i stopped by on the way to the neiman marcus event. as many disappointed shoppers who came to the sale too late found, all that were left were piles of plaid shirts. nevertheless, i found some cute fitted ones, plus some other items, including even an XL men’s navy shirt for MDH! when i was...
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*navy & mint chevron*
this is what i wore to attend the neiman marcus spring trends presentation the other day. i thought it was the perfect opportunity to finally bring out this navy with white piping blazer that i got from the neiman marcus x target holiday collaboration….when it was 70% off ^_^
not *quite* warmer weather yet but decided to dress nice & spring-like between snowstorms while i had the...
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*the neiman marcus spring trends 2013 fashion...
my good photographer friend, smita, invited me to the neiman marcus boston presentation of spring fashion trends yesterday morning, hosted by anamaria pImental, nm accessories fashion director. i was only there for a brief time, but got the whole spring story targeting the following upcoming trends :)
1. BLUE - one of the hit colors for the spring is blue…not just cobalt, but...
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*oona's experienced clothing $5 fill a bag sale*
having an unexpected morning free, i decided to check out the $5 all-you-can-fit-in-a-bag sale that was going on at the most well-loved & well-established vintage clothing store in harvard square, oona’s. i decided to go right when they open at 11 am & good thing! the line was already 10-15 deep when i got there! luckily, the wait wasn’t too long & we went right on in....
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*the h&m dolce & gabbana style dress*
even with fresh snow still here on the ground in new england, happy first day of spring! h&m is having a great clearance sale right now…half off already reduced items. this originally $25 dress i snagged for $5! however, it wasn’t the incredibly low price point that got me…but rather the design reminded me of the 2012 collection from my favorite designers…dolce...
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*the powerful ladies of game of thrones*
i’m sure you’re like me & salivating for the season 3 premiere of game of thrones! as much as i love the fur & leather fashions on the fantastical show, it’s also amazing to see the characters “out of character”, especially all gussied up for a red carpet! i love these 2 dresses from my 2 favorite “blonde” characters on the show…daenerys...
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*clarks sportswear collection party at concepts in...
the fine folks with clarks, the famous UK footwear giant, invited me to their new spring/summer collection at concepts in harvard square. i only know about clarks because my husband (who will readily admit he has no fashion sense) loves the quality of his own rugged pair of clarks.
it was a rocking party that night with plenty of beer, appetizers & DJ action going on. the new collection...
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*crocheted baby bunny hat & diaper cover - a...
i love to knit & crochet. usually, it’s stuff for me, but now that i have a 1-month-old niece, all my attention has gone towards making the most nauseatingly cutesy baby stuff i can find. not a mommy blogger, but i’m becoming an AUNTIE BLOGGER! hahaha! i’m not innovative enough with my knitting to have created this cute bunny suit, but used repeat crafter me’s...
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*clarks limited edition edition collection at...
where i’mma be tonight. hashtag can ya dig it?
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* of dark lace, hearts & sunbeams*
ironically, whenever spring rolls around here in new england & my other blogger pals are relishing being able to finally bring out their colorful clothing, i draw back somewhat.
as much as i love color myself, i also do like dressing for winter — furs, leather, wool coats, thigh high boots, etc. it’s like i know with spring & more sunny days just around the corner, i...
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*the evolution of ombre hair*
it was almost a year ago that i decided to ombre/bayalage/two tone my hair. i’ve really loved the results & still get tons of compliments on it. i actually can’t believe the lighter color used to be so high up & now it’s really only my ends that are blonde now. i’ve maintained my tips with this great lightening spray (much better than old school sun-in & you...
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*prabal gurung for target sweatshirt*
i am in love, LOVE with this sweatshirt from the prabal gurung x target collab. it’s just so bright & FUN! in fact, i also like the proenza schouler one from a few months ago as well. these are such easy pieces to wear…the comfort of sweats, yet not too casual or boring or covered with some high school/university logo :) plus, more groundbreaking news…i wore pants! i...
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*the gilt city boston warehouse sale*
the fine folks at gilt city invited me to the first peek night of their famous warehouse sale. i had been to the last one & it is phenomenal! basically, for 2 days, gilt city offers up their designers fashions for up to 90% off! my white winter kate silk kimono jacket is my most favorite layering piece & i scored it at the last warehouse event :) i’m looking forward to finding...
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*museum of moving image costume design display*
my travels from 2 weekends ago brought me to the museum of moving image in astoria, queens, NY. before the event i was attending started, i had time to wander the museum which is dedicated to all things moving & in motion…not only film & television, but special effects, toys, comics, even video games! i was also impressed with their very small display of costume design.
to be...
February 2013
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*wearing rodarte gold in NYC*
i’m traveling again & it’s crazy how i’ve already shifted from one phase of my trip to another. i was in NYC for a crazy weekend filled with kung fu, fun, friends…and of course, FOOD! now, i’m in florida visiting my 2-week old niece & enjoying a lot of leisure fun time with my family. still taking a lot of outfit photos…but only of my cutie patootie...
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*DIY trio zip clutch*
i’m a big fan of luxirare & coveted her iphone 5 cases for a long time. i never pressed ‘purchase’ however due to me being an android girl & worried my phone would never fit the case. still, i was in love with the triple compartment design.
then, i saw a pair & a spare’s easy DIY of the similar (and bigger) celine trio bag & immediately wanted to try...
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*3 favorite trends for spring 2013*
i was perusing glamour’s top 10 most wearable trends for spring since having lived through 2 snowstorms in just the past one week, i needed a bit of warm weather inspiration! i was thrilled to see that a few of my favorite trends are featured & some of my outfits have already gotten a head start…even though the weather has not ;)
1. bold stripes: stripes for spring is always...
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*my indian valentine*
last year for valentine’s day, i went for that more va-va-voom bold look in red chiffon & black leather. this year, i wanted to go more demure & had some pink pieces all set aside. unfortunately, the perfect pink outfit i had envisioned (to put it in project runway terms) did not translate well once i had put it on. hence this last minute outfit which i must say, would have been...
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*happy valentine's day!*
*not* that i’m the kind of blogger who would opportunistically turn a valentine’s day gift into a gratuitous blog post, but hey…when you’ve been together as long as MDH & i have been (20 years in sept), the annual ritual of valentine’s day flowers & jewelry & chocolates went away a loooong time ago. not that i mind. that way, when i unexpectedly get a...
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*coolidge corner library movie night event with...
who else was getting crazy cabin fever from being all cooped up due to winter storm nemo? *raises hand* so, when the invite went out from one of my BBBs (best blogger buddies) for a fun event at the coolidge corner library (conveniently near my home & work), i was so there!
the event was a really interactive kind of trivia night in line with movies & the oscars. a constantly...
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*happy chinese new year 2013 ~ year of the snake!
unfortunately, winter storm nemo put a damper on a few chinese new year performances that we had scheduled this weekend. oh well :( still doing some small things though to ring in the new year, like:
1. surrounding myself with the lucky color, red
2. having lucky foods like oranges & candy (for a sweet year)
3. didn’t wash my hair (so all my luck doesn’t drain away)
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*all that glitters is not gold*
i was cleaning up/putting away clothes in my closet & this sweater happened to fall against this dress. i can’t believe i never thought to combine them before with all the glittery gloriousness! admittedly, it was a little much for treating clients in my office, but my regulars are used to (& dare i even say appreciate) my extravagant wear sometimes :) i wanted to look nice for...
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*lei ann...ON DUTY ~ getting ready for year of the...
in five days, it’ll be chinese new year…lunar year of the black water snake 4711! from this week on for about a month, the above lion dance costume is pretty much the outfit i will be wearing most of the time…hahaha! most of our lion dance & kung fu demonstrations are private events, but we (me & other performance team members of my kung fu school) will be doing the...
