Cannes Film Festival

Jessica Biel was GORGEOUS for the Cannes Film Festival this year, in a Marchesa gown. The feathers at the bottom hem are so ethereal. I will forever dream of this gown. I also love her outfit because of her necklace because I have a really similar one in gold .....

The necklace is really versatile; it can be worn as a necklace, belt, or bracelet. I found it at this vintage bazaar hosted by my school.

Then my 2nd favorite look of the night:


Cara Delevingne is the hottest person on Earth, I'm fairly certain. I could find heaven in those perfect eyebrows.

what i want for summer

Warmer weather has been frequenting Boston more consistently these past few days (aside from torrential downpours, but it wouldn't be Boston otherwise). With summer in mind, there are two fads that have been on my mind: Hawaiian palm tree prints & jean overalls. Set aside your misgivings about the combination of the two and be inspired..

The palm tree print adds a bright pop of color and is a fresh sight for sore-eyes from the onslaught of floral patterns that frequent the summer scene. Also, palm trees are synonymous with paradise and relaxation aka summer time. 

The jean overall represents comfort and durability with its jean texture. Perfect when pairing a baggy overall with fitted crop tops or lacy bandeaus. It's no-hassle but adds a breathe of fresh air to an outfit. It's basically a jumper, but now you have the endless options of choosing the tops you can pair with the jean material (which is anything because jeans match everything!) I plan on finding my dream overall in the bins of Good Will. 

May you find yourself on the road towards the prefect summer outfit. 

XXOO 

hint of summer

I recently went to Washington, D.C. for the weekend because yknow, I finally make more than minimal wage so these things can happen. Since I was only there for two days and one night, I tried to pack minimally, but still stay fashionably cute and what-not. Here's what I packed: two body suits, one sheer top, cropped leather jacket, fitted black skirt, white tennis skirt, cropped white jeans, pair of ballet flats, and pair of wedges. (Now in retrospect, that list looks rather long, but I swear it all fit in my backpack!). I left for D.C. after work on Friday, so essentially what I wore to work on Friday also had to work with what I packed. Then I continued to stay into Boston until Tuesday. So I essentially wasn't home Friday to Tuesday - my packed items lasted me 5 days! It was crazy, but it worked out. Here's what I wore one of those days:

I really liked wearing the floral bodysuit under the sheer top. 

I found the really awesome necklace I'm wearing in the top two photos at a flea market in D.C. (called Eastern Market). I also found these hand-made earrings, too! I don't buy jewelry often since I hardly wear jewelry on a daily basis (rather spend my paycheck on shoes/clothes), but I felt persuaded by all these people in my face, selling me their over-priced artisan crafts. Also found this huge jar of fig preserves for SIX BUCKS. Oh god, I'm going to have a charcuterie party soon....

Outfit Details: Bodysuit Top AA//Flats H&M//Tennis Skirt Goodwill//Necklace Flea Market

XXOO 

seeing double

My main focus while shopping for this year's summer wardrobe has been finding: comfortable wedges, uncomfortable stilettos, and maxi-skirts with as many slits in it before it becomes "fringe". I was in luck this weekend when I found these leather, minimalist, neutral-colored wedges by Dolce Vita. Let me show you a photo:

DV by Dolce Vita Janna Black Leather Wedge Sandals $89.99

I am not knowledge about the quality of DV or how they stand in the shoe community, but I LOVE THIS BRAND. They just fulfill my fancy of STRAPS STRAP STRAPS (not only for your bras). I already own a pair of strappy, black sandals by them. So I was so happy to find these babies at TJMaxx for $50. But that's not the whole story. I went to Target afterwards and guess what I found:

Women's Mossimo Patricia Fabric Covered Wedge Sandal - Cognac $29.99

Target must've hauled butt to immediately copy DV's sandal wedge. And you're asking yourself, "oh well, the DV originals must be better quality, yada yada" but I held them both in my shaking hands and I could see no difference. Also, as a bargain princess, I found these babies on sale for $20 so without a hesitation I bought these babies and returned the other pair. 

That was my outstanding weekend, finding my dream summer wedges at a notable price and being the happiest girl there ever was. Here is a photo of said happy girl:

Boston Waterfront 

Outfit details: Pants&top American Apparel//Cropped leather jacket American Rag//Leather fringe purse Sister's closet//Sandal wedges Target

XXOO

coveting some toronto cuties

Most of the fashion bloggers I follow are these long-legged, tan babes from California. I love them, but one of my biggest criticisms about their style is that they have few hurdles when deciding on their outfits. You can wear anything in warm, temperate weather--no worries about the inevitably cold evenings, slipping on ice in your heels, salt staining your shoes (why do I live in the northeast again?). How about a challenge like "oh it's -30 degrees ... can't wear a skirt today I guess". I recently discovered a fashion blog that hits the spot for me. Two petite, Asian college ladies from TORONTO. Their style is over the top, eccentric and feminine. I find them overwhelmingly inspiring too. They're only in college, but they have collaborated their skills (from design, photography, and digital arts) to create their own fashion line. 

Kastor and Pollux

They are my favorite. 

what does kate wear?

This is my first personal outfit post! This will not be a normal thing because I never have a willing person available to take my photos (also I'm a little shy in front of the camera). This past week, my friend asked to take photos of my outfit for her online magazine Mochi Magazine. These photos were taken in Copley Square while it was snowing. I normally wear this type of outfit in the winter time (high-waisted skirt, tights, thigh-high socks and a cropped jacket/top plus hat for warmth). Enjoy!

Outfit details:

Shoes Aldo//Skirt&Hat H&M//Sheer tights Target//Belt Bldg 19//Velour Cropped Sleeveless Turtleneck & Locket Necklace Buffalo Exchange//Jacket Vintage//Purse Second Time Around

XXOO

cheap thrills

I hope you know that I am more than just a fashion blog. There is a petite Asian woman behind these entries, who not only dreams about being trapped in Erin Wasson's closet, but enjoys many other things! You know those sublime moments of happiness you get from listening to a particular song or the cozy mood you're in after watching a fantastic film or the thoroughly cleansing feeling after reading a great novel? Those are cheap thrills--William James also called them good moral feelings (side note: WJ thought reading was bad because these good moral feelings stop you from doing good actions in the real world since you're receiving good morality on the cheap through books ... but he's long dead so who cares...). Well I want you to feel what I feel, so please take my word of advice and experience my recommended cheap thrills (because even though I know a long-winded career in a high-profile job will be rewarding, I want to get that shiny feeling NOW + QUICK).

Book

If you love thorough, clear characterization, an exploration of the meaning behind man's moral decision between good and evil, and Christian allusion then you have to read this.

Film

I hardly enjoy action movies because I've been scarred by The Expendables and new James Bond movies to really believe that these movies can be anything more than thinly veiled car advertisements. But I was really astounded by this 2011 British-German action thriller film. If you enjoy young kickass heroines (e.g. Kickass, Leon:The Professional, Persepolis), dark fantasy elements (specifically Grimm Brothers) and Eric Bana (who doesn't????), then hopefully you'll love this too.

Music

Been my current listen this past week. Enjoy!

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I hope these cheap thrills energize you to look at the world through happier eyes.

XXOO