Category Archives: Life

where in the world?

No, I haven’t disappeared off the face of the planet, but my blog has definitely been neglected in my absence.  It’s been long overdue, but I’m back and so is the blog!  A two-month hiatus is a little OOC, so I thought I’d rekindle things by sharing with you where I went before school started back up.

I visited my favorite city in the whole world: NYC!  This view is from Brooklyn.

I made my first visit to Topshop — a U.K. based store that crossed the pond in recent years.

I went to the Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty exhibit at the Met four days before it closed.  I waited three hours in line, but it was SO worth it!

Afterwards, I headed south to Miami to bask in the warm Atlantic waters.

I frolicked up and down Collins Ave. and Ocean Dr. like a huge tourist.

And I got cozy with the alligators in the Everglades.

After that epic vacay, I jumped right back into school and it’s been nonstop ever since.  I can’t say that’s a good excuse, but I promise I’m here to stay and I hope you’ll stick with me!

In the mean time, follow me on Twitter and like me on Facebook to keep up with me on a more frequent basis! 🙂

time flies.

My bf’s gift to me: a Michael Kors watch!

Today, I hit the quarter century mark and I can’t believe how much time has flown by!  It only seems appropriate that my boyfriend got me my very first watch (at least since my Mickey Mouse wearing days).  Even though I’m still getting used to the extra weight on my wrist, I officially feel like a grown up.

I’m so lucky to have such amazingly supportive and loving friends and family in my life.  Thanks to all who have made turning 25 as fabulous (and painless) as possible!

“Happy birthday” in Vietnamese.

spirit of spring.

If I had to pick a favorite season, it would definitely be spring. Besides the return of pastels and Peeps, this season is marked by gorgeous flowers, breezy weather (sometimes interrupted by unexpected showers), and outdoor festivities. All the while, I can’t help but get inspired by the vibrant colors that define this time of year.

Here are a few of my favorite pics. Enjoy!

Cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Japan from April 2009 (photo credit: my dad).

Essie Secret Stash, Not Just a Pretty Face, Lapis of Luxury, One of a Kind, Watermelon, and Mint Candy Apple

Color-blocked Bakers heels in the perfect shade of coral.

A visit from Hiro the Easter Bunny!