I need coffee in my life, so during the weekend I always try to scour places in Malaysia that has great coffee. It was a hot scorching day in Malaysia and I needed my caffeine fix and as you can tell I’m quite enjoying my iced Americano. I was content for the day now that I had my fix and it was time for me to enjoy the sunny warm weather that Malaysia has to offer. It’s a far cry from the current weather in Malaysia, which is hazey due to the old farming techniques of burning the fields in Indonesia. If only I was able to rewind back to this day where I was able to enjoy the bright sun and crystal blue sky. Hence why my outfit is basically blue on blue as well as my YSL jewelry of Turquoise blue to normal blue. (Jumper: Ever, Denim Shirt: J-Crew, Bag: Alexander Wang, Shoes: Joie, Jewelry: Ring and Bracelet- YSL, Armor Ring: Low Luv x Erin Wasson, Sunglasses: Tom Ford)
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Lovers + Friends
I was one unhappy camper when I attempted to check out a new restaurant for brunch. It was closed for Sunday! *haha* Can you tell by my expression, how unhappy I was? I was really craving some sort of american breakfast food and brunch is my all time favorite meal when I was living in Chicago. So I was really looking forward to checking out the place since it was a westernized restaurant that also serves bloody marys. Epic fail. Thank goodness it was Hubby to the rescue and we found a great Dim Sum place. The next best thing I enjoy for brunch is Dim Sum so back to a happy wife. However, I surprised myself by not getting my dress dirty during my meal. *woo hoo* If anyone knows me, some parts of my meal usually ends up in my hair or on my clothes by the time I’m finished eating. So you can imagine how surprised I was when I came out undamaged. Plus, I would have been heart broken if I got the Lovers + Friends dress dirty. Can I just tell you I love this dress! I found this great dress again at my friends store Moonvoyage! This dress had me at Hello when I found out it had pockets. I love dresses that has pockets hence why I had to get it. If only it came in other colors. I would definitely get a black one in a heartbeat. Hey… If anyone knows a place that sells this Lovers + Friends dress in black please let me know. =) (Dress: Lovers + Friends Jacket: Bar III Bag: Givenchy Large Pandora Sandals: Unknown Jewelry: Rings: Unknown Bracelet: Vintage & Vita Fede, Necklace: Ambush
Happy Chinese New Years!
So in Malaysia Chinese New Years is a big festive season. From what I’ve been told by other people, Chinese New Years is a big holiday in Malaysia because of the mass population of Chinese that resides in Malaysia, which is a melting pot of other asian ethnicities. The celebration is almost a week long of eating, celebrating and spending time with friends and family. Bright pink flowers and red lanterns are adorn everywhere we go. I never knew that Chinese New Years was such a big festive season in Asia. Hey I wouldn’t have minded celebrating New Years twice if they celebrated it this big in the States. Hubby and I decided to go shopping in downtown KL at Pavillion to do a little shopping but I was far too fascinated by all the pretty decorations in and outside the mall. This year 0f 2014 is the year of the horse which hopefully will bring those good luck =) Happy Chinese New Years! Do you like my Fob Pose? *haha* Happy Chinese New Years!
(Tank:Wilt Harem Pants: Silence + Noise Bag: Givenchy Sandals: Target x Parubal Gurung Rings: Asos Bracelet: Vintage finds.
OC – Opening Ceremony and a pop of Green
When I was in NYC I found this dress at Opening Ceremony and I immediately fell in love. The dress was a past season of Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony. The dress drew me in because of the cutout pattern on top but also because it could be worn as a shirt. With a quick turn of the zipper the dress turns into a top, voila! It was a no brainer for me to purchase this because I knew how versatile it was. Now if only I could transport myself back to NYC so I could find some other good finds at Opening Ceremony. I never come home empty handed when I go in. I’m just grateful that they have a store in Japan since I’m living in Asia now. Next on my bucket list is to check out Japan. Hopefully it will happen soon, so I gotta cross my fingers. (Dress: Opening Ceremony x Chloe Sevigny Bag: Givenchy Large Pandora Earrings: Givenchy Boots: Rachel Zoe Jewelry: Pamela Love Bracelets
Hat kind of day
So I had one of those days where I felt lazy and didn’t want to do anything. I just wanted to eat and be a bum. Who doesn’t have those days right? The only problem is I want to do that everyday. Lately, all I could think about is food. What is wrong with me? So I dragged my lazy a** up and convinced my hubby that I needed to get some dessert. I especially wanted Pot Bing Soo (korean shaved ice) and a green tea latte. Crazy as it sounds I needed to fufill my craving for Pot Bing Soo before eating lunch. Not only did I just want to eat everything but my laziness did not want to get ready to go out and get it. If only I could snap my fingers and have the food appear in front of me to my disposal *sigh* So the next best thing to do is to put on comfy clothes, throw on some shades and put on a hat. That’s how lazy I got =) However in the end I was one happy camper. My cravings were fully satisfied… Mission accomplished. (Jeans: Genetic Denim, Tank top: Wilt, Belt: Uniqlo , Hat: Unknown, Bag: Cole Haan, Sunglasses: Tom Ford, Jewelry: Pamela Love, Vintage, Shoes: 80%20
Miu Miu Event
Woo Hoo!!! I was so excited when I got an invitation to the Miu Miu Event at the Pavillion. My friend was sweet and thoughtful and got me invited to this event. I’m impressed with simplicity so I loved that the invitation was handwritten on the envelope. It’s just little things that make a difference. The event was filled with free flow of Champagne and a beautiful DJ/host spinning throughout the night to keep all the patrons happy and bubbly. I met some great people including well known make-up artists as well as Malaysian designers. The event was filled with beautiful people from the fashion industry, Miu Miu clients, bloggers, PR’s and celebrities. Since I’m still fairly new to the country, I was very excited to meet some of these people. Miu Miu’s beautiful clothes, bags and shoes were elegantly displayed throughout the store for everyone to marvel at. Who wouldn’t want to wear the beautiful crystal heels sandals or the drop dead gorgeous heels with notes splattered everywhere. I loved that each guest was given a goodie bag that included a cupcake shaped as one of Miu Miu’s new Spring/Summer bag. Mmmmm… let me just tell you the cupcake was yummy. Even though I had some reservations eating such a cute cupcake.
Patricia (DJ/Host/Model/Radio DJ), Aina – Curated Editions KL
Rick, Shermaine – Harper Bazaar Malaysia, Megat – PR for Malaysian Designer Syaiful Baharim, Alia Bastamam – Malaysian Designer, Izran
Megat – PR for Syaiful Baharim, Shah – Creative advisor for Alia Bastamam, Ian – Writer and Stylist for Esquire
Black – My Staple Piece
So my favorite staple piece is anything that is black. When the hubby informed me that we had to attend a Christmas Party at his co-worker’s place I wore what I normally wear. Anything black!!!! I decided that I needed to add a hint of color to the outfit since it was a festive party and not a funeral so I used my jewelry and shoes to add some contrast. I’ve tried to add colors to my wardrobe but it’s a hard habit to kick.
(top: All Saints pants: Zara Necklace: Rosary from Notre Dame France Rings: NYC Bracelets: Pamela Love and vintage Clutch: Givenchy Shoes: Stuart Weitzman)
Tree T-Shirt? Why not….
I love wearing t-shirts, especially if they’re soft and comfy. I’m a sucker for comfy wear, but who isn’t? However, since moving to Malaysia I’ve been more casual then I was before. It might be the constant warm weather and also just being lazy since I’m usually cooped up at home. I fell in love with this t-shirt when I found it out at my friend’s store Moon Voyage. If by any chance you’re in Chicago, this definitely is a place to stop by for great finds. I love this t-shirt because not only can I wear it as a dress but I could pair it with shorts/pants. I love anything that is versatile.
(T-shirt: Mary Meyer or Moon Voyage, Rings: YSL, vintage, armor ring Bracelets: Vintage and Pamela Love Bag: YSL Muse Shoes: Isabel Marant )
Staple black wax pants
If anyone were to ask me what my favorite staple pieces are, my answer would be anything black, fur or leather. However, since moving to Malaysia, I would look insane wearing my big faux fur coat since it’s tropical weather year round. It was quite an adjustment for me since I love fall/winter clothes. I’m slowly trying to accept the idea that I can’t wear leather and fur but I will find a way to wear it here and for it to be acceptable. However I am grateful that I did not have to give up my black waxed jeans. Woo Hoo!!!! The wax jeans look as though I’m wearing leather without the side effect trapping my body heat that comes with actually wearing one. I’ve slowly adjusted to the sunny warm weather and I can comfortably wear pants without feeling like I’m melting. It also helps that many of the indoor places blast their AC so it’s convenient when I wear jeans or pants.
Bye Bye Singapore. See you soon.
I had an amazing weekend in Singapore and I can’t wait to come back. It’s crazy that pretty soon hubby and I will be moving here within the year. Well thank goodness Malaysia is only a 45min flight to Singapore so the plane ride won’t be that bad. At least I was prepared for the Airport because it’s always cold in there. I always need to make sure prior to traveling that I have a jacket (check) a big purse (check) and comfy clothes (check). Good bye Singapore but I shall be back soon. Can’t wait to explore the country’s history, culture and food… and also to explore all the shopping options (Necklace: Zara – Similar Necklace at Zara, Boots and Tank: HM pour Isabel Marant, Bag: Givenchy Nightingale, Jeans: All Saints, )