Something so simple yet so chic! The classic sweater dress with a side slit. Layered for winter and also can be a great addition all year round.
I rarely wear midi or ankle length dresses, because I find it shortens my frame. Even when I bought this one, I wasn’t sure how it would turn out. Surprisedly, it’s a keeper! I love it as a day piece with tall boots and a coat. If you’re in warmer weather, it’s easy to pair it with classic pumps or strappy sandals. For this look today, I added a turtleneck sleeve scarf over the knit dress and paired it with a wool handmade coat .
I ended up loving this sweater-dress-slit look so much that I wanted to try it in black. With the Fore side slit dress , I can’t wait to style it with a pop of color next.
Before we end, I wanted to share some beautiful yet practical home decor pieces. Just in case you’re looking for holiday gifts, these are some items I love and use at home. Colin and I make tea almost everyday, so this Menu tea pot and tea heater stand are staple pieces in our kitchen. It’s so peaceful and beautiful that it makes you look forward to having tea everyday.
Both the resin box and marble planter are in our bedroom and they’re such unique pieces. The box is perfect as a jewelry box or a place for keys and essentials near the door. And since I have so many plants, I’m always looking for interesting vases and planters.
I hope you enjoy the styling and home post today! Happy holidays everyone!
Back to one of my favorite ways to add more interest and depth to winter looks – mixing prints!
I think winter dressing can be very challenging. To top it off, New York winters are brutal. Keeping warm and stylish is truly a balancing act. I find that layering and mixing prints can simplify this process while striking the delicate balance of warmth and style. Pulling out my houndstooth coat from years ago and creating a companion piece to the houndstooth midi dress – currently 50% off + 10% off with code ‘MYSTERY’ – I find that mixing similar styles of print (in this case houndstooth) in different sizes can create a much more interesting look.
Just like the coat and dress, I also ended up doubling the belts as well. Adding a thin belt over a thicker wider belt almost creates a corset-like look. This belt trick works best when the bottom belt does not have a buckle.
I hope you enjoy the styling and location today! Thank you so much for reading!
– OUTFIT – Dress | Ann Taylor houndstooth dress Coat | Burberry coat Shoes | Jimmy Choo boots Accessories | Ann Taylor thin belt & Ann Taylor houndstooth blanket scarf
Watch out Batman! There’s a new masked crusader in town! Fighting crime and rescuing kitties in pink and brown.
One of the most rewarding things about street style photography is landing at unexpected places. My photographer, Allie and I were scheduled at our usual spot in Central Park. On our way there, we saw this steam tunnel. We looked at each other, didn’t say a word, and went straight to the steam cloud. We just knew it was going to be so much fun! And it was. SO. MUCH. FUN!
Just in case you’re wondering… it’s clean vapor, doesn’t smell at all, and super warm. It was actually really cold that day and the steam cloud gave us much needed warmth. This might be my default location when the weather gets too cold!
Gotham-like and mysterious, I felt that burst of joy while shooting again. Unplanned, but this color story of pink and brown works so well against this backdrop. In all of my favorites – pink coat (also seen here with a pink suit), super soft pink sweater, chestnut leather pants, and suede pumps.
I hope you enjoy this post and thank you so much for reading!
Spring colors to uplift winter moods. It’s cold and dark too early now, but this mint and lavender pairing makes the days brighter.
I’m a huge fan of this particular color combination. It’s nostalgic (kind of reminds me of sorbet colors), delicate, and soft. When the weather is cold and dreary, I love adding gentle colors to winter outfits.
I can’t wait to share with you another outfit featuring this cocoon coat! Earth tones, such as chestnut and amber, pair well with purple hues. As for the mint sweater and midi skirt, the ribbed balloon sleeves add so much interest to the classic sweater silhouette and the faux suede elevates the wrap skirt, emphasizing its rich texture and feel. Not to mention, it has pockets!
I hope you enjoy this styling and a glimpse of Central Park in the wintertime. thank you so much for reading!
– OUTFIT – Coat | Ann Taylor lavender cocoon coat Sweater | Ann Taylor balloon sleeve sweater Skirt | Ann Taylor faux suede midi skirt Shoes | Old, more boot options: Marc Fisher knee high boots (just ordered these, love the Woodsmoke color!), Charles David beige boots, Aquazzura beige suede tall boots Accessories | Ann Taylor heart lock necklace made into a brooch
I posted this fiddle leaf fig tree on my IG Stories and got a lot of DMs from people asking if it’s real. Actually, one of my close friends texted me and asked the same thing. They are reaaallll! As you can see, since the pandemic I find joy and self-worth by keeping plants and cats alive. This new hobby became a real obsession. I’d bounce back and forth between working on Artemis and reading about plants. A lot of reading. Forums, garden clubs, books, YouTube videos, blogs… you name it, I was knee deep in it.
I’m a plant enthusiast, and by no means an expect. But if you’re interested, I can create a plant care post specifically about the Fiddle Leaf Fig tree. From my personal experience and what I’ve read online and in books, there are many schools of thought in regards to care for this particular tree.
I know it’s a little strange to talk about plants and not touch on plant care. But in this post, I just want to introduce you to my new green space. It’s actually my therapy space. I sit in that chair everyday with my kittie Sam, and it’s incredibly calming.
I learned a lot in the pass few months about designing with plants, and would love to share some of my thoughts with you.
Designing a Modern Green Space
1.When creating a green space, the more plants the better. When you look at that IG pic and go… whoa, that looks amazing. Usually more often, that image transports you to another place. To create that feeling, you have to see and be surrounded by greenery. Grouping plants together (which can also help increase the humidity which is beneficial for your plants) can create that transformative experience. When my fiddle leaf fig tree was there by itself, it was ok. But the space felt decorative. When I added more plants around it, the space came to life.
2.Consider vertical space. Plants that come down from above, like my philodendrons on the shelf, can help create that majestic and immersive feeling. Whenever you see a waterfall, it feels grand. It feels pulled in and as though you are part of that story. Also with vertical space, consider plants at different heights to create a canopy look.
3.Design the space around a statement piece. An accent chair, a dreamy bed, a statement table… whatever works for you. This not only is functional (a place to relax and sit, a place to find peace and sleep, a place of serenity while working), it also gives you more opportunities to interact with the plants. Because I sit in this space everyday, I observe and actively monitor my plants. I can see how wet the soil is, if new spots are developing, any bugs appearing, etc. The care becomes more interactive and meaningful.
4.Design with personal items. Instead of a plant stand, consider using a stack of books and/or boxes. Instead of using a planter, consider using a candle vessel. With my jewel orchid above, it’s in a 2.5 inch grow pot that fits nicely inside the candle vessel.
5.Don’t be afraid to mix faux with real. When lighting conditions are not ideal, consider mixing faux with real. For example in the case of my heart vase, the area is too dark and there’s really no plants that I can put in it. I still wanted to continue the theme of green in that area, so I added faux ferns. Consider experimenting and playing around with small accents of faux plants before moving into bigger items.
Please keep in mind that these design tips will be more fruitful if your place has the lighting conditions suitable for the plants you want. For example, if I move my fiddle leaf fig tree to the other side of the shelf, a few feet away from the window, it will most likely not do as well.
I hope you enjoy this post. If you have any questions about plant care or design elements, please let me know. And as always, thank you so much for reading!
Playing with new looks and autumn colors today! A palette of amber, chestnut, and golden hues.
Switching it up and taking in a full breath of autumn, both in beauty colors and style. Pulling out my rust brown blazer and shorts, and pairing them with orange creme lips and soft bronze eyes. A slight departure from my minimalistic makeup looks, I really wanted to step out of my routine and embrace fall. Not only that, I haven’t worn full makeup colors in a long time so it was refreshing and fun to play with lip colors and eyeshadow again!
I’ve always wanted to cut my hair short and entertained the thought of adding bangs. A day later, I’ll change my mind. And then… a few weeks later, maybe? No, no. This internal dialog plays out for months. Finally, the answer was experimenting with a hair piece! Now, the question is to cut or not to cut!
Just like fashion, when it comes to makeup I love mixing high and low, and greatly appreciate the range of offerings Walmart has. I’ve posted about this liquid eyeliner for years now and it’s still one of my favorites – the Stila ‘Stay All Day’ liquid eyeliner (I wear Intense Black). I’m also a fan of this Revlon ‘Photoready’ stick! I love the Nude Kiss color, and wear it as a nighttime blush color, daytime soft contour shade, and even as a lip color. This Julep palette embraces fall wholeheartedly! From beautiful copper shades to neutral colorways, this eyeshadow palette is a lovely all around versatile beauty piece.
And last but not least for fall beauty, this L’Oreal lip color in Volcanic! It’s a rich creme texture in a beautiful orange shade. To deepen the color, I layered a nude-brown lipliner underneath and added two swipes of Volcanic (blotting in between application).
The beauty of autumn comes in forms of golden leaves, cozy sweaters, and bronze orange beauty looks. A perfect blend that feels peaceful, comforting, and oh so chic! For a wide breath of autumn beauty favorites, stop by the Walmart fall beauty collection. It’s a great way to create surprise and delight moments by discovering unexpected shades and colors (like this orange one!). And I do appreciate the next day/2 day delivery option!
I hope you enjoy this beauty look and post. Thank you so much for reading and special thanks to Walmart for partnering on this post!
– BEAUTY COLLECTION –
Lips & Cheeks | L’Oreal ‘Volcanic’ & Revlon ‘Photoready 330 Nude Kiss’ Eyes | Julep ‘Grand Illusions Palette’ & Stila ‘Stay All Day Eyeliner’ Nails | Habit ’15 Santa Sangre’ & ’04 Tabou’
The magic of Central Park. This time of the year is truly indescribable. Being the best painter, Mother Nature colors the sky with gold and red tones.
We might have a few more weeks (if we’re lucky) where the foliage stays jewel tone and the weather is perfect sans coats. Comfortable cool temperatures while enjoying paint-brushed skies call for one of my favorite pairings – sweaters with boots! An easy, relaxed combo that embraces fall. Adding rose and merlot against marigold and copper colored leaves, I love how the soft pink sweater and red bag and boots gently complements Central Park’s magnificent color story.
For this look, I’m also double bagging =) I actually really enjoy this trend. Seen on Fendi and Louis Vuitton’s runway, it’s a micro bag paired with a normal sized bag. In this case, it is one that doesn’t necessarily break the bank. I love that the Milli Maestra bag looks exactly like the bigger sister version, the Mini Maestra in the same color. It’s perfect for keys, AirPods, or mini hand sanitizers. It’s just super adorable, charming, and convenient for those easy-to-reach everyday essentials.
And just in case you’re hunting for boots, I picked up these boots from the Stuart Weitzman sale. Some of their classic shoes are also part of the sale – 40% off brown suede classic pumps (these are similar to the Manolo Blahnik suede pumps), 30% off brown or nude over-the-knees boots (these are super comfortable with the lower heel), mine are 30% off sculptural mid heel red boots, and more. I can’t wait to restyle these red boots with long dresses and coats for winter, and tights with oversized sweaters for casual looks.
I hope you enjoy Central Park and today’s styling. Thank you so much for reading!
– OUTFIT – Top | Zara sweater, similar H&M ruffle blouse Bottom | Storets white flare shorts Bag | Senreve Mini Maestra, color Merlot Shoes | Stuart Weitzman croc boots Accessories | Senreve Milli Maestra, color Merlot
Today’s post is one that I’m super excited about! I love being introduced to new brands and love it even more when it comes from another perspective from the other side of the world.
Enters The Handsome. Korea’s No. 1 fashion destination, The Handsome carries 40 brands with most being elite Korean brands (SYSTEM, SJSJ, TIME, MINE just to name a few) and a curated selection of international brands (like Lanvin, Bally, and Rochas). Just like the name, The Handsome captures a sense of sharp masculine shapes mixed with distinctive feminine designs. And more importantly, all of the pieces are rooted in timeless styles and are fashion forward yet super wearable.
Today, we’re going to focus on SYSTEM, a luxury brand that understands and appreciates layering (which is perfect for fall and winter!). First up is this houndstooth coat. Long, super warm, and great attention to details, this coat is made for chic cold weather wear. I really love the pin tucked front panels. It elevates it from a standard houndstooth coat to a thoughtful tailored outerwear piece.
Adding a feminine touch to the menswear feel of the coat, I layered a buttoned turtleneck and flare dress under it. In addition to pairing well with dresses, it also works over a suit for the office and great with jeans and a sweater for the weekends.
If a bomber jacket and a wool coat had a baby, it would be this layered boucle coat. It’s so unique! A mix of super warmth and fun details, this coat can be dressed up or down. Dressing up by combining it with a lace skirt and boots or down with a comfy hoodie and sneakers. After snapping these photos, I went straight to work in this outfit and got so many complements on this look!
Both The Handsome and SYSTEM makes winter dressing so much fun. Elevated classics to chic edgy designs, I especially love their outerwear pieces! And now the best part –I hope you enjoy these two looks and thank you so much for reading!
– OUTFITS – Outfit 1 | Camel houndstooth coat, tan flare dress, beige buttoned turtleneck Outfit 2 | Black layered boucle coat, black lace skirt
My love for blazers is never-ending. I wear them with shorts, belted as dresses, layered underneath coats, and so much more. They make me feel alive, strong, and confident.
Blazers – in all shapes, prints, and colors – are great investments because they’re truly transeasonal. They serve as great layering pieces in the winter and spring under coats and trenches. On cooler summer nights and onto autumn, they’re the perfect statement piece. And nowadays with Zoom meetings, they’re the ultimate professional piece on top with pajama shorts!
From sophisticated plaid to classic white to sleek pink, these are some of my favorite cuts and style. Some have strong shapes (like this H&M checked beige blazer) that work so well for that boy-meets-girl look, while others are sleek (like this L’AGENCE cutaway blazer) with a natural contour shape for that soft feminine touch.
Happy Friday everyone and thank you so much for reading! Have a great weekend and talk to you soon!
– OUTFITS – Blazer | Blazé Milano blazer Top | Zara bow top Bottoms | Marissa Webb shorts Shoes | Francesco Russo lace-up mules Accessories | Vivian Chan face mask & BYCHARI rings
Freshness captured in an outfit! Fresh mint from bag to coat, I love this color story! It’s so chic, incredibly uplifting, and a great color to add to any wardrobe.
Oh my mint! Piggybacking from soft shades like rose colors in the last blog post, mint is an equally soft yet striking color. Mint tones come with a quiet sense of confidence and sophistication. It’s a color that whispers and not screams, works well at the office and also on the weekends, and is one that you can turn to in need of a mood lifter.
Another color edit for your shopping and viewing pleasure. If you’re looking at this page from your laptop/computer, I love the color story of this carousel! It’s so pretty with all of the shades of mint! This blue-green tone mix is a delightful color to combat the winter blues. The coats are impactful, the dresses are delicate , and the accessories are so much fun.
Happy November and thank you so much for reading!
– OUTFIT – Coat | Halogen mint coat Sweater & Bottoms | Tibi mint sweater & About Us flare shorts Bag | Senreve Mini Maestra spearmint bag Shoes | Stuart Weitzman boots
