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SWEATSHIRTS

2014-01-20T18:02:00.000Z

What top should I wear today? Sweatshirt. No brainer.

I own all kind of sweatshirt: Thick and warm, thin and cosy, navy and grey, slogan and plain. It's suitable for almost all occasions, either dress-up or dress-down.

Not sure how? Watch this video by Topshop.

SEE! It's dead easy! And the following are my favourite pairings:

get the looks here

BYREDO

2014-01-20T01:17:00.003Z

I did a post way back expressing my love towards the Byredo perfumes. As a loyal Diptyque candles fan, maybe it's time to try other brands as well :P don't think I can really called myself a loyal fan if I had only used Diptyque before, oh and also Compagnie de Provence (I've only used Rose, safe choice of purchasing online).

After smelling all the scented candles one by one in store, Fleur Fantome is my favourite among all. And now, I can even get them on Net-a-Porter which means my list of reasons of not going out can add this on. Then I can sit home, light the scented candle, be the laziest person on earth.....for awhile.

grab yours for £50.

Or get what I got here for £60.

THE RETURN OF STAN SMITH

2014-01-19T21:05:00.000Z

I'm sure each of you have had a big crush on Adidas at some point. Well, I did. When I was still in Hong Kong doing secondary school. I remember I was so desperate about the stan smith. I stepped into the one and only Adidas Original store in Hong Kong (there was only one in HK at the time, I think a few more opened in recent years) with my mum, rushed to the second floor and scanned the whole room with that pair of stan smith. 'It's sold out.' The sales lady said. I was let down. I should have known it would be sold out so quickly. I should have come earlier. Countless phrases started with 'I should have...' echoed in my head. 'But we have this style.' The sales woke me up while I was still blaming myself. It's the one with magic tape fastening. I quickly tried it on and I ended up carrying it home. (picture below.) BUT, moving houses a few times in the past years lead to wardrobe cleaning, and am not sure whether this beauty is still resting in my wardrobe safe and sound. Finger crossed!

Fortunately, the stan smith return! HOORAY! But I'm unfortunate enough to miss it again! I was so happy after placing my stan smith order online, expecting to put it on my feet the next day. 2 days later, I was told they actually don't have it for me after they have shipped my order (I ordered 2 pairs, one for me and one for Anthony). Now, I'm hoping miracle will happen that I could find one in my size :'(

ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE SPRING-SUMMER 2014 LOOKBOOK

2014-01-18T22:20:00.000Z

Made my first visit to the Isabel Marant store in London in 2014 yesterday and I wish I can take everything home!

Here are my favourites from the lookbook:

Photos via Isabel Marant website by Scott Trindle

IT'S DARIA WERBOWY AGAIN

2014-01-16T22:52:00.001Z

From Celine to Isabel Marant, Mango to Isabel Marant pour H&M, you can spot Daria everywhere.

For 2014 Spring /Summer, you can find the campaign star in Balenciaga, Celine and Mango.

I'm loving the minimalism of this Balenciaga campaign, once again proved that black and white never fault it. My wish list? The heel on the second photo and the bag on the third photo!

DARIA WERBOWY FOR MANGO SPRING 2014

2014-01-13T01:41:00.001Z

Every pieces just look perfect on Daria! Can't wait to see the lookbook.

SNEAKER WEATHER

2014-01-06T17:03:00.004Z

This pair of New Balance is my go-to shoe, I wear them almost everyday (you can see they are quite worn-out). They are so versatile and the navy colour just goes with everything! However, I think this good pair of sneaker deserve some kind of rest, I just can't bear seeing them 'aged'. I need a new pair of sneaker, I've been looking for it quite a while now, although I already have 3 pairs of super light Nike Free Run, I think it's kind of too sporty for every day shoe. Was thinking of getting Adidas or another pair of Nike (not free run), but I just can't find a better pair to replace my New Balance yet. Any recommendation people?

Mango coat, Zara knit and skirt, New Balance sneaker

NEW YEAR, NEW START?

2014-01-02T20:33:00.000Z

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!! How did you guys spend NYE? Did you set any goals for the upcoming year? Well, I did. One of them is to update my blog regularly and share my interests to you all (e.g. travel, beauty, fashion.....). And I hope they will relate to your interests too.

Had my first proper breakfast to start off the first sunny day in 2014. Weather here in London was horrible, non-stop rainning+wind since last year (well, 31st dec 2013 til 1st Jan 2014 so it has been raining for a year! LOL) Also, this lovely weather means that I could finally take pictures of my outfit outdoor!

I opted for minimal make-up and a relaxed outfit this morning. Reasons are 1.) I'm going home after breakfast 2.) For me, wear what I feel most comfortable is my priority when dressing myself 3.) breakfast time was almost over

Wildfox sweater, Minusey jacket, Vans slip-on, Isabel Marant clutch

LAST BIT OF 2013

2013-12-31T02:03:00.000Z

Putting on my new and comfy T by Alexander Wang sweater I got from net-a-porter sale today to brave the wet and windy weather here in London (I extremely love the ribbed trims detail - edgier than your normal sweater), together with an old plaid scarf to brighten my outfit and, of course to brighten up the dull weather.

sweater T by Alexander Wang (get it here) // jean Frame denim // scarf Tommy Hilfigar // slipper Miu Miu // bag Celine

SALE: THE SHOES EDIT

2013-12-29T01:08:00.001Z

From top to bottom,

Alexander Wang heel

Saint Laurent Ankle Boot

Charlotte Olympia Slipper

Stella McCartney Slipper

Gianvito Rossi Pump

FROM PRAGUE WITH LOVE

2013-12-20T02:42:00.002Z

More pictures coming up xx

DARK AND BLURRY

2013-12-14T00:55:00.001Z

Sorry for the blurry and dark photos but there you go, an outfit post finally.

Coat Ducie, knit and trouser Isabel Marant Etoile, white t-shirt Isabel Marant pour H&M, shoe Vans, bag Celine

IT DOES RING THE BELL

2013-12-11T03:45:00.000Z

While I was doing a mandatory routine of checking new arrivals on zara.com, some items does remind me of other designer pieces.

This lace up trouser, I think I saw this on the popular collaboration of Isabel Marant pour H&M. Oh, not exactly, this is no leather.

Don't tell me this doesn't ring the bell! Just look exactly the same with the twist dress by T by Alexander Wang.

How about this? That oversized Acne sweater you remember?

You can find them all on zara.com and you're very welcome :)

LUXURIOUS LEATHER

2013-12-10T00:08:00.002Z

Pair this luxurious birks look-a-like in leather with all your outfits this spring and summer. Trust me, it won't go wrong.

Get yours here now.

DENIM ON DENIM

2013-12-08T19:58:00.001Z

My obsession at the moment - denim on denim. the 3rd and last look are my favourites! What's yours?

photos via justjared // french voguettes

ISABEL MARANT ETOILE SPRING/SUMMER 2014

2013-12-07T23:11:00.001Z

My favourite looks from the Isabel Marant SS2014 lookbook. All about denims, checks...and more checks! Can't wait!!

Which are your favourites?

CELINE MUCH?

2013-12-06T23:29:00.000Z

Thanks to Celine, plaid is definitely in this season. No offences, but the pattern of those coats and turtlenecks by Celine, and the bag I saw on a blogger today remind me of those nylon bags I owned, great for moving houses and storage because its material durability. It's light, strong, and most importantly, it's economically affordable! They also come in different sizes that there must be one fits your needs.

Those plaid patterns came with various shape and are everywhere in my hometown, take a look:

A little bit of background on the origin of this Red, While Blue bag (That's exactly how we called it in Hong Kong): Red, white and blue canvas existed back in the 1950s, main purposes are to protect large squatter area residents as a barrier by wind and rain. Until the early 1960s, the canvas then transformed into red, white and blue plastic bags, it is widely used in daily life. Hong Kong's economy boosted in the 70s and 80s, but economy was relatively backward in China. Lots of people started using these bags, loaded with goods to bring it to relatives in China. At that time, red, white and blue bags were linked with relatives. The bag soon developed into more patterns in the 90s.

This also reminds me that Louis Vuitton made an exact same one few seasons ago

If you are into the plaid but couldn't afford Celine nor Louis Vuitton to stay in trend, I can sell you the authentic red, white, blue bag with a very good deal! They are great for travels, schools, markets and work!

SCARVES FOR LIFE

2013-12-06T01:47:00.000Z

I always wear a scarf! I just can't bear the cold when I do not have a scarf wrap around my neck, or do I just feel uncomfortable without a scarf? Keeping your neck warm does make you feel warmer!! What's more important is that it's so versatile. Transforming it into a blanket when the thin cloth provided by airlines don't do their job (they are never thick enough unless you're in business class or first class), covering your month and ears while braving the storm.....

Because of that, I only wear big and thick scarves, which I found difficult to find one. (I have been sticking with my comfy huge scarf that my mum bought be from Japan for more than 3 years now, I just can't live without it. I got new ones but it's not as good and doesn't wrap quite right.)

It's time to hunt for a new love. And I came across these blankets when I was casually browsing Zara Home. length - check, width - check, material - check and now it's just my bank account.......

These are my favourites:

Find them here, here, here and here.

DINNER BY HESTON BLUMENTHAL

2013-12-04T01:05:00.001Z

Anthony always wanted to try The Fat Duck but of course we are put off by the price, and want to save to save it to a special occasion. So, we went to Dinner by Heston Blumenthal instead. (both restaurant are owned by Heston Blumenthal so it will be the same right?)

''A trip to Dinner by Heston Blumenthal won't be complete without trying the meat fruit." AND I TRULY THINK THAT'S RIGHT! With its appearance of a mandarin, it's filled with chicken liver and foie gras parfait, and grilled bread of the side. I wasn't a big fan of that, and expected it to be like those I tried before. But I was so wrong. The bread itself is so soft and crispy at the same time, topped with the meat fruit, it's simply heavenly, no jokes!

Another highlight of the meal is the liquid nitrogen ice-cream made right next to your table. It's not my first time to see the making of liquid nitrogen ice-cream but the whole experience is just magical, like it's dedicated to you! There are 4 different toppings, and we chose apple popping candy and dried cranberries. Also, the ice-cream cone taste so good, it's different from the normal cones trust me (though I forgot what's it made of :P sorry).

Maybe I should stop...it's making me hungry......xx

FROM WHERE I STAND

2013-12-02T02:56:00.000Z

This was taken back in summer.

pant Isabel Marant Etoile, sandal Birkenstock

PARIS PHOTO DIARY 2

2013-11-30T00:40:00.000Z

knit Isabel Marant Etoile, jean Frame Denim, sneaker Superga

WHO NEEDS A PHOTOGRAPHER

2013-11-28T22:34:00.003Z

shirt Equipment, knit Isabel Marant Etoile, trouser Isabel Marant, flat MIU MIU, bag Celine

BARRAFINA

2013-11-27T18:57:00.000Z

Ranked #14 on tripadvisor, Barrafina is definitely one of the best tapas bar in town; fresh ingredients cooked in the simplest way. The best tortilla I've ever had (yet). Highlight of the night, surprisingly it's the dessert recommended by one of the chef: conference pears in red wine sauce.

*Tip: Remember to arrive early to avoid the long queue*

PARIS PHOTO DIARY 1

2013-11-27T02:05:00.002Z

My 2nd visit to Paris and it changed my first impression of this place! It was February when I first visited, too cold to go out to be honest and I actually kind of dislike Paris. The time of visiting a place does alter the impression of it. Not packed with tourists and the weather was nice and warm enough to wander around comfortably.

Viewing the Eiffel Tower from Trocadero, one word - SPEECHLESS. I couldn't stop taking pictures of it that Anthony started to complain! So glad I came here again because admiring the Eiffel Tower here is totally different from looking at it closely.

wearing Isabel Marant top, Frame Denim, Superga sneaker

SALZBURG PHOTO DIARY

2013-11-24T23:57:00.001Z

We did a 1 day trip to Salzburg since it's so close to Munich, just 2 hrs train journey apart. We were lucky enough to catch our train after all the rushes. However, we soon realised that the train we were on does not go directly to Salzburg because of the engineering work took place during weekend. Downsides is we can't sit back and relax for 2 hours. But the upside is we got to see more places while inter-changing buses and trains.

Luckily, the weather was so nice when we were there, it felt like summer! Salzburg is a small place which could be explored within a day. Almost everything are packed inside the Old Town. Since I was so eager to visit Berchtesgaden, we all took the bus from Salzburg to Berchesgaden. Sadly, all the attractions there are closed and we just took the train there headed back to Munich. Because of this, Berchtesgaden ranks high on my wish list and I'm definitely coming back!