OUTFIT | First signs of spring in Hibiya Park

  It’s been a long, cold winter in Tokyo, but Hibiya Park hinted at the first signs of spring. There were even some adorable ume blossoms, and others about to blossom. This past week was unusually hectic for me, running around to my various gigs, and rain in between doesn’t help with that either. That’s … Continue Reading

John Lennon-inspired

I picked up these round-frame sunglasses at Free People this past weekend for a really good deal (I <3 sales), and even though the lenses are larger, they do remind me of John Lennon’s. I used to think a lot of different frames weren’t fit for my face shape, but I realized maybe it was … Continue Reading

California dreamin’ with Snapmade

I’ve always wanted to make a customized iPhone case, and Snapmade offered the perfect opportunity for me to do so. You can actually customize many different kinds of items, including T-shirts, mugs, mouse pads, etc., but I decided to do an iPhone case since I use it 24/7 and a case is the one accessory … Continue Reading

Joyrich 2015 AW Showroom

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting the Joyrich 2015 AW Showroom in Harajuku with my friend Rinrindoll. I remember shopping at the Joyrich store on Melrose when I was in university, and also the Shinjuku store in Lumine est. I don’t usually wear hip-hop inspired items, but Joyrich is an exception! I especially adore … Continue Reading

OUTFIT | Minimalist sorcery

Photo-shooting with Nahoko, round 2. It was Monday, I didn’t know what to wear on this chilly February day, so I threw together some of my favorite items at the moment. Sort of resembling a sorceress… not intentionally though. I almost wore my plaid scarf from Uniqlo until I realized it looked hideous with the … Continue Reading

Regimental stripes and fur

Just a few days ago, I experienced the first snow of the year in the Tokyo area. Even though the snow has melted already and the weather has improved, the winds are chilly and it’s hard to avoid a little red nose. Lisa of Paint with Stars was such a good sport this time around … Continue Reading

Morning sunlight in an urban playground

  When my photographer, Nahoko, brought me to this lifting outing in the somewhat discreet area of Nogizaka, my first thought was, “What the hell is this place?” A playground for adults, perhaps, I have no clue. This is definitely not a place for children (ha!). These wooden structures were so interesting, so modern, and … Continue Reading

A little black dress at the Imperial Hotel

Sometimes, even a girl like me enjoys getting dolled-up in a little black dress. Sheinside was kind enough to send me a LBD of my choice from my wishlist a little while back, and here it is. I thought this little dress would look better in a more refined setting, and the Imperial Hotel in Hibiya … Continue Reading

Modern and vintage vibes in Ochanomizu

I hope the weather stays this nice in Tokyo for the rest of winter. No matter how cold it gets, the sunlight always makes a difference. Even in pictures, it makes a huge difference. Lisa from Paint with Stars sure knows how to use the natural light to her advantage! This time, we trekked over … Continue Reading

black & gold details

Black & gold is my favorite combination, whether they be the colors of my accessories or the items I keep on my bedside table. MARC BY MARC JACOBS ‘Amy’ leather strap watch Gucci Guilty Intense VOLUSPA Makassar Ebony & Peach candle Good After Nine Gold Triangle Pyramid ring Round-eye sunglasses (similar here) Do you have … Continue Reading