Christmas must come cozily...

I picked this lenses-free toy glasses from a local thrift store, I never imagined that they could be so versatile. They can complete change a look.
The only Christmas set I bought this year is Origins skincare, I love how natural the ingredients are, and they are mosturizing enough surprisingly for my skin in drought.
Shame that I didnt find Rilakkuma products in Japan, its my favorite cartoon character, he knows how to relax and not take things too seriously, I love his 'I dont care' attitude while he's being lectured, so much fun. (Seriously I'm reading his book series!)

Wish you all a Merry Christmas, to experience love inside out.

I was wearing... Deko'z snitwear, Fabio Fusconi pumps, Tiffany & Co. necklace, Prada bag and M.A.C brave red lipstick.

You are the Apple of my eye

It just happened I had 2 apples with me to adorn this very festive outfit (red against the green background, jingle bell!) A season for faux fur and a lovely vest, never never wear real fur, you don't want me to show you the brutal video, do you? I havent bought much recently, surely I realized my wardrode is cramped, and I love my items and styling experience more than craving for new trends.

faux fur vest ZARA// black sweater H&M// booties ALEXANDER McQUEEN// hat H&M// bag MIU MIU// bangle FENDI// ring YSL//

I'd like to bring your attention to the Indian movie "Three Idiots", perfectly written to evoke discussion on education, life values and friendship. Very funny and international, I feel a warmth of empathy and self-consciousness living in this world being too "worldly" forgetting our natural urge. A good grip on entertainment and emotions. Find my feature here on flingy online magazine.

Mini Hat Etiquette

I have this idea to style my old items to a new combination - I used the ribbon from my DVF heels as a little bowtie, to show that styling doesnt necessarily do with buying new items. and I love love love this little hair piece, it is kinda whimsy, don't you think? Let's not forget the royal-hat etiquette, very noble. Im starting to collect hair pieces like peacock feather inspired clips and bunny rabbit ears. More to come.

hair piece H&M// ribbon from DVF heels// blouse and leather jacket ZARA// blazer SIMPLE// faux fur vest ZARA// heels ROGER VIVIER// bag PRADA// ring YSL// lip colour YSL No. 31 Provocative Pink//

Winter Basic

Simplicity really takes over, and it explains a good figure (aka spider legs and proportional figures) can carry the most basic combinations and look so effortless. I begin to wonder, where can I find my dream white blouse and navy blue coat that I can wear for years and years? I'm excited to wear some basic colours, black, blue, grey...I guess it's time take a break from colourblocks to normality.

Image courtesy of
1. Elle 2. the-northerlights 3. fashionvibe
4. Preppyfashionist 5. Fish'n'chips 6. bypierina

I ♥ my scarf!

I love love love this scarf, the quality and colour are just WONDERFUL.
Is it the weather, or my faith, or the meditation that calms my mood swings a lot during the last few weeks, I hardly felt worried or anxious in the midst of the busiest season for HK teachers. Thank GOD Speech Festival, Open Day, Mid-term test, Parents Day, By level camping and books inspection will be all completed by the end of November.
My inner health is simply lovely, hope you all people are enjoying the same x

Scarf VERSACE// trench SIMPLE// purse MIU MIU// booties MAX & CO.// sunnies RALPH LAUREN// necklace TIFFANY & CO.//

Dress to impress

Don't laugh at me because I watch Gossip Girl, and I adore Blair Waldorf's ladylike polished style. Always wear a dress with a special scarf, English-style hat and an exquisite handmade handbag - she's ready to be the Monaco princess in the next episode. I wear a Blair's ensemble today with a one piece and front-strap heels (80% off!). Btw, I trained my students for Inter-school choral speaking poem competition mixed voice and we came the 3rd in it!

red dress and black jacket SIMPLE// scarf VERSACE// heels DOLCE & GABBANA// belt ZARA// bag HERMES//

An exquisite wedding place

I was invited to an exquisite wedding this weekend and it was quite extraordinary in HK as usually HK couples organize a feast in an indoor space like a hotel or restaurant. But this is something different, with a outdoor space and huge tent built next to the harbour front. Very romantic in purple, isn't it? I am not a big fan of "a million bucks wedding" for not liking the feeling of holding a show and changing 10 dresses per night that I won't remember any of them but this place is so beautiful that is worth taking some pictures.

dress forgotten// belt ZARA// pumps COACH// tights H&M// bga CHANEL//

Down to earth colours

Parents Day today so I dress in mature clothing and combine the two of the seaonsal items knitwear and leather to create an earth tone look. Knitwear can be quite "grandma", in a sense that it looks countrylike and dull. Yet a frock of lighter colours and matching with other fabric offer a more subtle renditions of the trend.

yellow knitwear and leather skirt ZARA// grey knitwear DEKO'Z// pumps from Causeway Bay Hong Kong// bag HERMES// necklace MUSE and TIFFANY & CO.// ring YSL and MASSIMO DUTTI// lip colour YSL No. 10 Provocative Pink//

My Lace Story

Delicate lace details definitely bring out a uniqueness and craftmanship of a dress, especially a little black dress that is so wearable in every occasion. I tend to carry colourful accessories to brighten the look.

My hair is less frizzy and dry now after using the Rainforest hair butter and Grapeseed glossing serum from The Body Shop and I promise that they are worth it. Compare to the quality before, I can leave my home with more volumized wavy locks now with a refreshing sweet smell.

dress unknownbrand// pumps PRADA// bag LOUIS VUITTON// necklace TIFFANY & CO.//lip colour YSL No.10 Provocative Pink//

Minimalist

Less is more, yet it's no simple task to look good with simplicity. A sense of simplicity oozes confidence because you manage to go out with the minimal, and a lot more is in the detail. That said, texture and cutting take a more important role.
Victoria Beckham is always in minimal looks in her signature classy one pieces and killing heels. Wearing everything in just the right amount gives such a tranquil feeling of balance. Never overdoing things is a kind of class.

Image courtesy of Salonsense and Zimbio.

The "tights" issue

Dotted tights are my choice to injecting a little 50s glamour to my autumn outfit while its opaque quality at the back with a panel of a spot print pattern at front give a twist. No every tights colour works on me, to summerize:

sheer semi opaque black: sexy, elegant, right for every occasion. checked and dotted patterns add some uniqueness.
opaque black: too thick to look like a grandma.
opaque grey: Oh no, it looks like what my 3-year-old niece would be wearing at home with a thick pampers inside.
subtle transparent purple: special, depends on how you match it.
transparent white: glamourous against a light tone outfit, especially with tiny golden threads and sparkling elements on them.
opaque white: I'm not a ballet dancer.
black laced up-to-the-thighs and fishnets: Are you over 18? keep them strictly in your bedroom.
red transparent: too radical even for a feminist.

It's no doubt a difficult job hunting a pair of tights with good quality without spending a few hundred bucks, espeically with less threads which are more transparent. My tips would be going to Japanese department stores that guarantee that if even the tights are scratched, they won't end up being torn off. It helps avoid embarrassing moments.

top 2%// skirt H&M// laced u sandals DVF// bag LOUIS VUITTON// necklace TIFFANY & CO.// tights from a local mall//

Essentials

Hong Kong is too busy, so busy that there's something going on every moment. Quality time and quietness is quite rare almost luxurious here. Everyday essentials to keep me in routine and grounded - something not too strong, pracitcal, meaningful and nourishing, just like my Chanel rouge allure No.4 imgaination which is a medium baby pink colourgiving a satiny effect, my cross + key silver necklace reminding me of God's love and the key to feel it is awareness (it's always there everywhere but you still need to do your part by unlocking it) and daily skincare from eyes, face to body, plus some books for spiritual development and healing.

I have always loved Peony Lim and Olivia Palermo's abilities to put an outfit together and I know you enjoy their blogs as much as I do. It's not surprising that they wow me everytime they post something new with Peony always being a kind of creation standing out of the crowd and Olivia mixing high street and high end with accessories to finish a look. Perhaps the exuding of confidence and master of creativity is the key. I wonder if it's in the moments of shopping, or mixing matching, maybe both.
Image courtesy of Peony Lim and Olivia Palermo.