I love India! This place has my heart for sure!! I just arrive, and I actually feel home. I lived in Bombay for five years–that was the longest I had lived anywhere since I had lived with my parents for 18 years in Spokane, Washington. The people of India are so amazingly kind that theirContinue reading Indian Street Style
Snake Camo
As stated before, Stanley has no shortage of photo ops! Recently, on a beautiful sunny day, right when the glow was just right, Gigi and I headed to these rocks. We can see these rocks nestled in the sea just to the left from our apartment window. I was like, “Come on Gigi! Let’s go!”Continue reading Snake Camo
Second Hand in HK
Second hand shopping is a must for me. Sometimes I want a tulle skirt, or a denim skirt to cut off. Well, slowly as I continue to inhabitant this city and increase my love affair with Hong Kong, I am learning about neat and new-to-me shopping destinations. Recently, with the encouragement of Redress Hong Kong accompaniedContinue reading Second Hand in HK
Packing 101: Adventure Travel
I’ll be in India all this week touring around the northern Ganges river with 20 students from HKIS. During the trip we will experience the culture with train trips and market visits. We’ll attempt some adventure with hikes up mountains and rafting trips down the Ganges. Finally, will offer some service to the local inhabitantsContinue reading Packing 101: Adventure Travel
I’ve Been Doeyfa’d!
There’s this fashion illustrator that I so admire! I first found her from IFB’s Links å la Mode where she illustrated Hong Kong DIY blogger, Geneva Vanderzeil of A Pair and Spare. From this find, I starting visiting her blog weekly to see if she had any new illustrated fashion looks. I also began following herContinue reading I’ve Been Doeyfa’d!
Mademoiselle Chic
We have a very special boutique in Stanley called Mademoiselle Chic, and the lady running it is exactly that–trés chic! Héloîse Mendes’ concept from two years ago has turned into a successful shop for locals looking for luxurious yet slightly used items for their wardrobes. By special appointment or on Monday and Thursday afternoon, HéloîseContinue reading Mademoiselle Chic
Ballet Beautiful
While Elle visited for the month of January, I was very influenced by ballet. Ironically during her stay I found a fitness program called Ballet Beautiful created by Mary Helen Bowers. Mary Helen creates completely doable ballet routines (even for klutzes like myself) that are short and sweet–you just stream the videos. I’ve always dreamedContinue reading Ballet Beautiful
Date Night: Café Gray Deluxe & Posto Pubblico
Last week, Kevin took me out to dinner–on a date! It was such fun that I’ve decided it’s something for us to do at least once a month. And to get us to really actually commit to going out on a date night, I plan to blog about it. In this way I’ll be bothContinue reading Date Night: Café Gray Deluxe & Posto Pubblico
Makeup Memories and VDL
I woke up the other morning in a dreamy makeup memory. It was so wonderful. It was that time in the morning between the wakeup and going back to sleep when I half dream, half think. Anyway, I was having thoughts of being a little girl and wanting to play in my mom’s makeup whichContinue reading Makeup Memories and VDL
42 Facts
1. It’s true: 42 years ago today I was born! This is also what happened on February 21st, 1972. 2. I’m the oldest of five siblings: me, then Julie, Adrian, Mary, then Nicholas. 3. I can touch my nose with my tongue! 4. I’m a pisces plus a rat. 5. I’ve lived in 8 countries:Continue reading 42 Facts
Keeping Warm with Double Tights
Black Leggings Under with Cream Tights Over At the onset of Chinese New Year, Hong Kong had amazing, sunny weather that brought us to the beach. Then, all of a sudden, it all changed. Granted, we don’t have much to complain about in terms of weather, but for all of us used to Hong Kong’sContinue reading Keeping Warm with Double Tights
Summer Fun in Winter
One thing is for sure about Hong Kong winters: they are totally unpredictable! One moment you’re enjoying some summer fun in winter with the sun on the beach, and the next your bundled up with multiple layers. These pics were taken during the beginning of Chinese New Year when the weather was absolutely glorious. AllContinue reading Summer Fun in Winter