OUTFIT | Fall basics

Some of my fall basics featuring these must-have Bershka jeans. Just the right amount of slashed detail that they’re still classy, and oh so comfortable. 今期のベーシックを1コーデに揃えました。このBershkaのストレッチデニムはスラッシュディテールにも関わらず、クラシックな感じに着こなせます。 top: Topshop, jeans: Bershka, coat: Uniqlo, shoes: Vans, tote: Zara, sunglasses: Free People, watch: Fossil All photos by Paint with Stars Photography

OUTFIT | NOT INTERESTED

Japanese lesson: 興味ない (Kyoumi  nai) means NOT INTERESTED. This Salz-Tokyo T-shirt says it all. Also available in beanie and sweatshirt form. T-shirt: Salz-Tokyo, beanie: Salz-Tokyo, jacket: Forever 21, pants: Le Ciel Bleu, shoes: Adidas, clutch: GUM via Farfetch All photos by Viktor Farkas

OUTFIT | Faux fur, leather and minimal accessories

Wit the change of season, I thought it would be a good time to upgrade some of my accessories. One Little Forest sent me some handmade cases for my iPhone, which was perfect to refresh some of my daily items. I love the minimal design of this henna-inspired iPhone wallet, and the fact that it … Continue Reading

OUTFIT | UNEDITED

During my two days in Seoul, I was mostly the one behind the camera, taking photos at Fashion Week and during there rest of my stay. My blogger friend Yagiza was a good sport about taking these for me while we were waiting for the Metrocity show. This bright yellow wall was perfect for my … Continue Reading

Romanticism in the city pt. II featuring Free People

“Romantic” is the best word to describe how I feel when I wear this New Romantics Beloved Floral dress from Free People. I rarely wear floral prints, but something subtle and deep in color like this is fine by me. The ribbon and the neckline are my favorite details – probably one of the most … Continue Reading

Romanticism in the city – pt. I featuring Free People

I don’t know anyone around me that doesn’t like Free People, and if I could, I would wear everything on their website. This airy, black lace blouse is a new favorite of mine – I just love how it moves in the wind, and the beautiful lace detail across the shoulders. I wanted to contrast … Continue Reading

OUTFIT | Blue on gray denim

  It’s the first day of October and we’re back with more Paint with Stars Photography! After savoring some delicious french toast at Aaliyah cafe in Shinjuku, we snapped these shots in the middle of the streets. Sometimes the streets are blocked off for pedestrians in certain parts of Tokyo, and Ginza is also an … Continue Reading

OUTFIT | Reflections in the rain with Jason Mordeno Photography

My photographer friend Jason Mordeno was visiting Tokyo again, and of course we decided to do a photo shoot, this time in the rain. Rain means umbrellas, but I didn’t want one to get in our way. And shooting like this made me realize how beautifully glossy the streets look when wet, and how much … Continue Reading

Exploring Asakusa with Sarah Ching Photography

Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan, photographed by the amazing Sarah Ching Photography, modeled by Samantha Mariko. Sorry for the bajillion photos, but it was so hard to narrow down the over 100 photos she took during this session. Sarah was visiting from northern California, and she happened to come across my Instagram page. And so we met. … Continue Reading

VOGUE girl Japan x Forever 21 fashion snap

Forever 21 has been one of my favorite places to shop since high school, and many years later I’m still shopping there for must-haves and style inspiration. This time, in collaboration with Forever 21 and VOGUE girl Japan online, I’ll be introducing my favorite item from the fall collection, which is this gray fitted knit … Continue Reading