Stylish with a Budget

2014.7.27

2014-07-27T15:46:00.001-04:00

For sale: Isabel Marant Blackson boots, Sz 37

2013-10-05T12:39:00.002-04:00

Up for sale is the IM blackson boots...I wore them last fall / winter.
I am asking for $700 or OBO....
Size 37, US7...but please be sure of your sizing in IM
No return/refund.....

IRO Daithy Cone heel booties

2013-09-25T20:30:00.002-04:00

This IRO Daithy Cone Heel Booties are so so versatile and easy to match with almost anything. They remind me of the Tabitha Simmons boots but more comfy to walk around in the city.

IM bobby sneakers....

2013-09-17T20:18:00.003-04:00

Isabel Marant Etoile lexy jacket (old), similar here or here

Zara faux leather panel top (old), similar here

Uniqlo jeans (old)

Isabel Marant bobby sneakers (old), black here, camel here

I was spending some quality time with my sister and she was helping me to take some photos to update my blog. And I have to say those sneakers really helped me a lot to walk comfortably in the city though towards the end of the day my feet were hurting....

It was a nice weekend...^_^

photos by my sister

blazer + sneakers

2013-08-14T20:28:00.002-04:00

Isabel Marant lace top (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant zilah jeans (old), similer here or here

Isabel Marant sneakers (old), black here or camel here

Bop Basice blazer, here

Dannijo necklace (old)

I have always thought when guys wearing blazer with a pair of sneaker looks pretty cool and today I gave it a try....actually I've tried it a few times and I really love the look. I am a huge heels fan but sometimes I have to go to construction job sites and it's just more professional to wear flats or sneaker (with hardhat).
But I added the necklace and the lace top to make it more feminine and me.

photos by KJY

sale

2013-08-10T14:01:00.001-04:00

Hello all, I have a few things for sale...please check these out.....

i like it simple......

2013-08-06T22:43:00.000-04:00

Vince sheer pocket tee, here

Isabel Marant patchwork denim (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant pumps (old)

Bop basic blazer, here

Dannijo necklace (old), similar here

I just can't have enough of this Vince sheer tee, it's just so versatile. Though I am a big fan of a good quality blazer/jacket and I have to say this Bop Basic blazer really worth every single penny and it's not that expensive. And autumn is coming, get it before it's old out.

photos by KJY

Vince sheer tee

2013-07-26T23:13:00.001-04:00

Vince sheer pocket tee, here

Isabel Marant skirt (old), similar here, here or here

Isabel Marant dana boots (old)

Club Monaco vest (old)

Givenchy pandora (M), here or here

Bought this Vince sheer tee on sale, the fit is very flattering much better than I expected. It goes with everything in my closet. I highly recommend it. I got the size M instead of S because I think it will still fit nicely after I hand wash it.

photos by KJY

blazer + shorts

2013-07-25T21:53:00.002-04:00

Zara tank top (old), similar here or here

French Connection shorts (old), similar here or here

Bop Basic blazer, here

Vince sandals, similar here

Last week was very brutal, it's so hot on the streets but so cold in the indoor space. So it's safe to have a cardi or a jacket handy. I have always wanted to pair this pair of sandals with shorts and blazer, finally I got to do it...hahaha...

photos by KJY

Isabel Marant volga satin skirt

2013-07-17T21:14:00.002-04:00

Isabel Marant

crochet tee (old), similar here

volga satin skirt, get it here or red here

gwen pumps (old)

Just bought this skirt, I was struggling if I should get it or not but a simple black skirt is simply irresistible. I can see myself wearing it a lot in both warm and cold days.

I am wearing size 38, I think it runs TTS. I like the option to have it sit lower to seem longer.

photos by KJY

black & white -- stripes

2013-07-11T21:36:00.002-04:00

Zara top, get it here

Etoile Isabel Marant skirt, similar here or here

Isabel Marant gwen pumps (old)

Isabel Marant necklace (old)

Well....it's been a long time to update my blog. Life is pretty hectic plus the unstable weather, I am glad to finally update my blog :)

I just love striped tops, they give a simple outfit a happy lift.

photos by KJY

black/white + dash of red

2013-06-15T11:04:00.000-04:00

Isabel Marant top, (sold out)

French Connection shorts (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant gatsy pumps (old), similar here or here

Fernado Frisoni blazer, similar here or here

This morning when I got up, I just wanted something so simple to match with this white blazer. All black was just so appropriate to go with with white blazer.
I think white blazer is a must for the warmer days, especially when we need to go to a meeting or just going out after work. A simple blazer can pull the whole look together and make us look so polished.

photos by KJY

ruffle skirt

2013-06-13T10:19:00.003-04:00

Zara tee (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant Etoile skirt, get it here

Isabel Marant gwen pumps (old)

Club Monaco vest (old), similar here

I was thinking back and forth if I should keep this skirt which been sitting in my apartment for a while and I decided to keep it. I think it can work in both summer and fall, gives a little bit color to the cold dark days.

photos by KJY

summer skirt

2013-06-04T22:24:00.002-04:00

Zara tee (old)

Isabel Marant salome shorts (old)

Isabel Marant gwen pumps (old)

Club Monaco vest (old), similar here

It's been a while to update my blog....sorry, been a little busy plus the awful weather.

Really enjoy the weather today, wearing the vest to make myself look more formal since the shorts are bit short.

The salome shorts are so airy and comfy, I can see myself wearing it a lot in the hot summer days.

photos by KJY

white jeans

2013-05-21T21:16:00.002-04:00

Isabel Marant felina top (old), similar here

Isabel Marant patchwork white jeans (sold out), pink here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old)

Club Monaco vest (old), similar here or here

After shingles, I decided to treat myself when I saw the IM patchwork jeans on Yoox. They run kind of odd, the legs are very tight and the butt area is kind of loose but I did lose some weight due to the illness.
This is my new hair cut and apparently everyone loves it...yay!!

photos by KY

wine + studs

2013-05-14T21:47:00.004-04:00

Zara tank top (old)

Club Monaco cardigan (old), similar here or here

Rag & Bone galaxy jeans (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old)

IRO jacket (old), similar here or here

Chan Luu zebra scarf, here

The weather has been quite beautiful lately though still bit chilly, and it's great for layering. Like usual, I layered the CM cardigan under a jacket to keep me warm during the morning and evening. A light cardigan is really great for layering, not just keeping me warm but with the bottom sneaking out creates an interesting layering from the back. I remembered I bought this cardigan on sale and it's such a great piece to be worn over and over.

photos by KY

metallic on all black

2013-05-08T20:02:00.001-04:00

Isabel Marant lurex top (old), similar here or here fun here

Isabel Marant zilah jeans (old)

IRO pheobe jacket (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old)

Sorry I don't feel too inspired lately...probably b/c I am still trying to recover from shingles or probably I don't feel 100% myself. The pain is going away slowly but the numbness is still there and now I feel my left upper face is itchy as well. I really hope all this will go away soon....sigh..

photos by KY

black + navy

2013-05-06T20:08:00.000-04:00

Isabel Marant shirt (altered, old)

J Brand jeans, here or here

Isabel Marant gatsy pumps (old), similar here or here

Bop Basic blazer, here

Isabel Marant runway necklace (sold out)

I finally took the courage to alter the IM dress into a shirt. I felt bad but I just didn't like the fabric, it's sort of hard and didn't drape well so I realized I hardly wore it but I love the collar and frontal design. It's such a pity to not wear it. And now it's a shirt I can pair it so many different ways, it'll be perfect with shorts.

photos by KY

sunglasses are my friend

2013-05-02T21:10:00.001-04:00

Prada sunglasses, black here or havana here

Isabel Marant firenze shirt (old)

J Brand wax-coated jeans, here or similar here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old)

Isabel Marant sumac jacket (sold out)

Isabel Marant runway necklace (sold out)

My camera was broken (the images quality was so bad) so instead of fixing it, I bought a new one a Nikon D90....very happy. I got it at Adorama where really offers the best price in the US.
Since my face is still has some scar from the shingles and my left eye is super sensitive, I found my new best friend -- sunglasses. It covers the scars so I don't get that many stares. Some people even thought I was hit or got an accident...lol...

Isabel Marant runway necklace

2013-04-29T18:32:00.003-04:00

Zara striped top, here

Isabel Marant zilah jeans (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old)

IRO pheobe jacket (old), similar here or white here

Isabel Marant runway necklace, sold out

I got this beautiful Isabel Marant necklace on Moda Operandi with $100 coupon...I believe this is the best deal ever to be able to purchase a runway piece. It's very elegant and easy to wear, not over powering.
Two weeks I got really sick and it's shingles, right at my left eye area. I had to visit three doctors to find out what it was that made my eye hurt so much. I felt my life was put to a stop and I had to look at my life in a very analytical and detailed point of view to see what could I do to improve my health and never have it ever again. Though I felt I wanted to much more in my life but at the same time nothing is more valuable than my health, without it, I can't even appreciate and enjoy a nice sunny day.

photos by KY

Bop Basic jacket

2013-04-08T20:10:00.000-04:00

Bop Basic jacket, here

Isabel Marant burnout tee (old), similar here or here

JBrand leather pants, here or here

Isabel Marant gatsy pumps (old), size 11 here

Just got this Bop Basic jacket, I love the cut not too tight and not too lose, just the way I like for a casual work jacket. The price point is inexpensive and the quality is better than Zara so I think I can wear this for a few seasons. I am just not the type to keep hunting for a basic black work blazer.

The blazer comes in white as well but not all sizes are in stock and black on the other hand is still well stocked.

photos by KY

black & white

2013-04-01T20:41:00.002-04:00

Zara silk-like top (old), similar here or here

IRO pheobe jacket (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant cord jeans (old), similar here, cool here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant rivera scarf (old)

Dannijo lilith necklace

Finally the weather is warm enough without wearing a thick coat but I did wear a coat over in the morning and night during commute but this is so far good enough for me.
I've been longing to do a post about this light greenish beige corduroy jeans, I wore them a few times but never got a chance to take the photos and finally today I did it. I just love classic black and white combo, and the extra bling on the pumps just make the whole look so chic.

photos by KY

sweater + shorts

2013-03-29T19:05:00.000-04:00

Isabel Marant crochet sweater (old)

Muubaa leather shorts (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant anthracite dicker boots (old), black here, taupe here

Helmut Lang fur/denim vest (old)

Isabel Marant paco coat (old)

Isabel Marant rivera scarf

Sorry about the bad quality of my photos today....it was cloudy and the sun just coming in and out and I couldn't control the shutter speed b/c my friend wasn't too familiar with my camera.
Though it's spring but it's still cold but I do love the sun shine.
I was wearing something very simple, a sweater and a pair of leather shorts and my comfy dicker boots.

photos by KY

distressed zilah jeans

2013-03-26T20:45:00.001-04:00

See by Chloe shirt (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant zilah jeans (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant stanley pumps (old), similar here or here

Isabel Marant sumac jacket, here or here

Isabel Marant rivera scarf (old)

Isabel Marant paco coat (old)

These are one of my favorite jeans, the fit is perfect and the distressed details are very subtle and delicate at the same time. Not very stretchy which is perfect for me.
I was thinking either wear a black jacket or this red sumac jacket and decided to wear the red fun one instead. I just wanted to cheer myself up in this cold weather.

photos by LA

Vince Lana colorblock sandals

2013-03-24T15:36:00.002-04:00

Vince Lana color block sandals, also here or here

These sandals reminded me of the Zara colorblock sandals. I didn't buy them last season but I did try them and the heels were a little too high for my day to day life and this Vince pair is actually a lot more comfortable and loving the beige instead of brown. Second picture is more true to life of the color beige.

They run TTS...I got the US7 and interesting the EU sizing (of US7) is 37.5

The heels are 4-inch and surprisingly very comfortable especially with the chunky heels.

I like the fact that they are comfy and the color ways is very classic. I have narrow feet so buying sandals can be very annoying because my feet would just push forward. I do want this pair to last a couple of summers.