Women Up

The Hundreds Hat - Persona | Jacket - H&M | Flannel - Forever 21 | HUF Socks - Persona | Herschel Supply Co. Backpack - Karma loop | Watch - Marc Jacob | Boots - Steve Madden

Loads of homework lately, and I need to catch up. I was in need of a back pack to fit my tomboy mood days. Lately, I have been really attached to this back pack ever since class has been back in session.  I really enjoy the simplicity of this Herschel Supply Co. bag from Karma loop. Layering my faux leather jacket over a flannel to give a less causal look. The Hundreds boom print hat & HUF socks are both from Persona. The Steve Madden combat boots are from Nordstrom,these boots are a bit versatile with a zipper on the side but the laces can still be loosen up for thicker socks or a more laid back look. 

Photo By : Theara Var

Photos By : Stephanie Chang

Strawberry Fields Forever

Shorts - DIY high waisted denim | Boots - Steve Madden | Bag - Urban Outfitters | Rings - Forever 21 |  Lace crop top - Forever 21 | Sunglasses - Le Specs | Hat - Brixton

I'm a huge fan of The Beatles, the John Lennon inspired glasses always seem to make a look a bit more retro. I usually like to thrift plenty, so when I came upon some old school mom jeans I had to cut them up into shorts, washing them a few times made a more worn in look. This fringe bag really caught my eye when a good friend of mine was getting rid of bunch of handbags. It can add a more causal yet fun 70's vibe. Topping off with lace floral  cut up top & of course my love for hats.

Photos by: Tommy Vo

Beach Cruising

Swimwear - Karmaloop | Kimono - Shopubb | Boots - Steve Madden | Sunglasses - Le Specs | Longboard - Arbor | Hat - Brixton

I barely get a chance to go the beach but once a year isn't a bad idea. Anything high waisted is my go to outfit, especially with this high waisted bathing suit. Caged or cut out tops seem to give an extra edgy look to a simple swimwear. I'm not much of a swimmer, so I spend most of my time enjoying the scenery and cruising the paved part of the broad walk or parking area. I topped off my look with instead of a cover up; I wore a Kimono with foral prints from Shop ubb, they have a large selection of bohemian style looks. I also custom made my pin tail long board to best fit my riding style. 

Photos by : Tommy Vo

Yin & Yang

Crop Top - Forever21 | Skort - Zara | Fame Hat - Persona | Necklace - NastyGal | Sunglasses - LeSpecs | Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

Happy Birthday to my darling Stephanie Tep! Thank you for being apart of our adventurous friendship, and I wish for only more wonderful days filled of excitement to come. We can count on each other for comfort and advice without judgement, with an open mind. 

This is the same outfit I wore on my recent blog post. Stephanie thought of concept where she would have photos taken with her friends showing a combination that meshes with each and everyone of us. The lovely photographer Nancy Ho took the photos for this Birthday project of Stephanie's'. I enjoyed being a part of this project.

For more info on Stephanie Tep's Outfit and Nancy Ho's work

(Name is link to their blog)

Model : Stepahine Tep

Photos By : Nancy Ho

 

Snapback To Summer

Crop Top - Forever21 | Skort - Zara | Fame Hat - Persona | Necklace - NastyGal | Sunglasses - LeSpecs | Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

If I could wear black everyday, I wouldn't mind..even in summer. I balanced my crop top with ankle boots and more than a hint of sock. Ironically, I like Huf socks, the prints are so fun and come in so many colors, can't get enough of them. I haven't worn a trucker hat since high school; they were my go to head gear for on the go. Oh man, do girls ever love stealing hats from guys. The first hat I wore was a trucker hat from a guy friend I stole off his head, decided to wear it all day. I stopped by Persona I came upon this black trucker Fame snap back, to add to any future look for a more casual look. I'm always finding a reason to wear this skirt/shorts. Zara single-highhandedly resurrected the hybrid garment with a cool origami-style wrap. Adding a bit of the gold chain necklace for a statement piece. &On my feet I have my Jefferey Campbell Floral Lita's.

Photos by: Nancy Ho

Behind The Ink

Sweater - Forever 21| Dress - H&M

Artwork by: Audrey Kawasaki | Tattoos by: Karrie Lynne Whitfield at Devotion Ink  

My little snippet in the article in April's issue of "Howl In Lowell Magazine"

"Swallow tattoos have always been popular, but they started with sailors traveling far from home. Swallows are known for returning home to the same location every year to nest. My first swallow represents the time I lived in California  and the second represents home to my friends and family in  Lowell. For me, those will always be about travel, returning home, and the sense of loyalty to the people who you love and always come back to. The artwork on my arm is inspired by Audrey Kawasaki painting called "The First Time." Her work is simple but captivating, and it really speaks to me. I get a lot of positive responses to my tattoo but my older family members, being very traditional, had a hard time understanding why I did it. But they are just for me and I enjoy them. Every time I look at them, I think, this is who I am and it keeps me grounded." 

Photo by: Tory Germann