My day in pictures – G and I stopped by Urth Cafe for a quick lunch, and then headed over to Diamond Bar to see what it’s all about. With some helpful recommendations from a friend, I checked out some Asian-style clothing and cosmetics stores, and then had dinner at a Japanese curry restaurant … Continue Reading
Here it is! My first cooking post. Tonight, I made basil chicken breast & a vegetable medley, paired with a parmesan-asiago rosemary roll from Trader Joe’s. Both were really easy to make. For the vegetables, I used olive oil, minced garlic, salt and pepper to sautee the yellow & red bell peppers, green beans, carrots, … Continue Reading
Growing up, I would always be confused whenever I had to check a box to describe my ethnicity- Asian or white/ Caucasian. That’s why I love the hapa shirt my guy gave me for Christmas. It’s the only box I should be checking now 😉 You can view more hapa shirts here. I had received these earrings … Continue Reading
Happy New Year everyone! I kick-started my year with runway shows and performances in Little Tokyo for A Japanese New Year’s Celebration. It was so warm today but I had a great time 🙂 The runway show was for the boutique 2WJD, and I sang two songs, an original called “Miss you” and a … Continue Reading
I can’t believe that 2011 is finally coming to a close. This year was a very exciting year for me – many new experiences, people and places. Some memorable moments: 1. My first piano recital at UCLA 2. My first kimono fashion show at LACMA 3. Dying my hair for the first time ever 4. … Continue Reading
Day two of my SF trip, downtown! I love the huge Christmas trees 🙂 (sweater: Madewell; purse: Gap; boots: Dolce Vita for Target) It was a perfect day to wear my new sweater from Madewell – it’s so warm & cozy I could probably curl up in it. Luckily, an oversized men’s collared shirt paired … Continue Reading
I am so happy to be in San Francisco again! It’s a lot sunnier than it was in the summer- a pleasant surprise. A few things I did today: (Knit shirt: Nordstrom; scarf: Rimo; purse: Gap) My first time going to Haight Street! So many vintage stores and boutiques that I couldn’t even get … Continue Reading
Some unedited shots from a photo shoot I did in San Gabriel last weekend. The location was so gorgeous and I had a great time doing this shoot! I was trying to go for the 40s glam look..Who would have thought the fur wrap would come in handy again. On a different note, I … Continue Reading
I wanted to avoid posting 2 beauty/makeup posts in a row, but I really want to show all of you some of the early Christmas gifts I received. With compact-size beauty items, I think I’m ready to travel 🙂 “Lola” by Marc Jaocbs solid perfume (doesn’t it make a cute ring?) Shea cashmere hand cream … Continue Reading
Ever since I started using liquid eyeliner, I’ve never really found the right kind until now. Maybelline Line Stiletto Ultimate Precision Liquid Eyeliner is true to its name. It’s so easy to apply and it comes in 3 different shades. I chose the brownish black so I can wear it for everyday since it isn’t … Continue Reading
