With outfitting Gigi in a white dress for her First Holy Communion, it meant I had my eyes peeled for the perfect white dress each time I went out. It’s only predictable that I found one a sundress version for myself; I liked the bohemian flow to this one. Paired with my little brown bootiesContinue reading White Sundress
Thank You J.Crew!
J.Crew is now in Hong Kong! We have all been able to purchase J.Crew online since they will ship to Hong Kong, and we’ve all been able to visit the small little section at Lane Crawford, but now we can go to two very distinct J.Crew stores. The woman’s store is in the IFC MallContinue reading Thank You J.Crew!
Saturday’s Best
This past Saturday was a very special day. Both Gigi and Vincent received their First Holy Communion. One neat aspect of living in Hong Kong has been able to join a parish again. Both Kevin and I were raised Catholic, went to parochial schools and Jesuit high schools. Since leaving our hometowns and setting outContinue reading Saturday’s Best
Date Night: 001 and Souvla
The end of the school year is always so busy, and unfortunately our Date Nights have been a bit neglected. Granted, Prom from last Friday night could almost count as a date night–almost. A few weeks ago though we did manage to treat ourselves to a night out: we went to a secret, somewhat undergroundContinue reading Date Night: 001 and Souvla
Fashion Fixation: Slip-ons
It’s been awhile since I’ve been completely fixated on a fashion items, but I want more slip-ons! I already own and frequently wear three pairs of slip-ons: I’ve got my black and white checkered Vans, my leopard skin, and my perforated white ones. Yet, I’m already on the hunt for more. They are the mostContinue reading Fashion Fixation: Slip-ons
Culottes
Culottes have made a comeback. Or did they ever leave? I have had these ones forever! I can’t even remember the year I got them, but it must have been in the India year. There are two embarrassing facts about my black culottes pictured in this outfit posts: first, they are so old I’ve evenContinue reading Culottes
Prom Queen {Just Kidding!}
Prom 2014 at HKIS is over! We did it!! And it was a total success!!! I’m really proud of all the girls and young man I worked with all year long to create a memorable night for the graduating senior class at HKIS. They are truly amazing. When I came across this “Prom Queen” croppedContinue reading Prom Queen {Just Kidding!}
Prom Makeup
When it comes to your prom makeup, choose either the eyes or the mouth to accentuate. For example, if you go with a heavy, smokey eye, then go easy on the lips with a nice nude yet glossy lip. On the other hand if you decide to go with a perfect red lipped pout, moreContinue reading Prom Makeup
Prom Hairstyles
For the tutorial for this Messy French Twist, visit Irrelephant. How does one choose a hairdo for Prom?! There are so many options out there!! First and foremost however, I think whatever is decided should fit into one’s comfort zone. The last thing you want to have happen on your Prom night is to be fidgetingContinue reading Prom Hairstyles
Prom Dresses {More from Fame & Partners}
All year long, with a group of stellar students at HKIS, I’ve been working on the Prom for 2014. It’s this Friday, and we’re just about set. I feel inspired to make all my posts this week about Prom, so the first one is of course about the dress! I wrote in the fall aboutContinue reading Prom Dresses {More from Fame & Partners}
Spring Formula
With the change in the season, I will sometimes notice that I have a similar outfit going on day after day. During the winter months, it was wearing double tights to keep me warm. Recently, when I’m getting dressed for work, I have noticed another routine happening. I’ve definitely embraced a spring formula: patterned fittedContinue reading Spring Formula
Lippies for Monica
During the most recent giveaway, one of my readers and I got to talking about lipstick–of course! It is one of my favorite accessories–as if I actually feel naked without any on. As I got into recommending some colors for Monica, I thought all of my readers might appreciate this breakdown. Now, I know IContinue reading Lippies for Monica