I’m so happy to be back in SF, especially since I happened to arrive during Pride where festivities were in full swing. There was so much to do and see near City Hall: food stands, free concerts, street vendors, and artwork like the huge inflated lotus flower above. I also got my first ever … Continue Reading
Yesterday, my friend and I decided to drive up to the Griffith Observatory in LA to see what it was all about. We didn’t realize we parked my car at the bottom of the hill and that we had an approximately 3 mile hike ahead of us. It was tiring, but the view from above was … Continue Reading
Photos from my brief trip to San Diego yesterday. My friend took me around to all the hot spots in the area – Balboa Park, the Salk Institute, Hillcrest, and “the Cliffs.” An abundance of breathtaking views, delicious food, and phenomenal architecture. I had a lovely time. Hoping I can go back before … Continue Reading
Today, I had the pleasure of working with Japanese model Melody Yoko. She is visiting LA to shoot a TV show episode that airs in Japan to promote a boutique called Beckley. Apparently, she produced a watch that is supposed to be sold there. (from left to right: Alissa, Mizuki, Melody, and me) She’s one … 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
I didn’t think I would return to Abbot Kinney so soon, but I was eager to see what Abbot Kinney First Fridays was all about. One shop that caught my eye: Zingara. They sell handcrafted and authentic pieces. The interior atmosphere was so cozy – I loved it! In the back of the boutique, we … Continue Reading
From a photo shoot in Fullerton: (top:Brandy & Melville; skirt: needsupply.com; platforms:Blackmarket) Relocating to Downtown Fullerton for some night life: (dress:needsupply.com; shoes:Jeffrey Campbells) Many thanks to amazing photographers John and Tweedy Cudal, and make-up artist Rosie Chhun. And congrats to Gabe on his modeling debut 🙂 Hope you all had a good weekend and … Continue Reading
I spent a lovely Sunday morning at Redondo Beach Pier. (top:needsupply.com; pants:zara; sunglasses:rimo) There was a beautiful jewelry shop in Fisherman’s Wharf called Mie Pearl. The Japanese owner and his wife were so kind. They let me pick out an oyster and mounted my pearl on a ring. I love it! To finish it off sweetly, … Continue Reading
