If you can remember when I had these photos taken, you are truly one of my most loyal follower. I wore these outfits to attend Vietnam International Fashion Week in Ho Chi Minh in 2017. It's been a long time, I know. But these outfits are so stunning, they deserve to be seen on my blog. Besides, the first two outfits were styled by my dear friend, who is also a fashion designer, Betty Tran, I had no reason not to give her a shoutout. 

I had the best time shooting these photos with talented Vietnamese photographers. I admit it was a little dangerous walking on the main road full of traffic, but I had a few people watching the oncoming vehicles from behind to make sure I didn't get hit by motorbikes. But that's what fashion week is all about. It's crazy, adventurous, rushing, and sometimes dangerous, but always exciting. 

Walking along the busiest street in Ho Chi Minh City in this gorgeous Betty Tran outfit made me feel like Carrie Bradshaw from Sex in the city in my country. Carrie said "As we drive along this road called life, occasionally a gal will find herself a little lost. And when that happens, I guess she has to let go of the coulda, shoulda, woulda, buckle up and just keep going."    

That sounds pretty much like me! I just keep going.

(Watch my video at the end of this post) 

Outfit 1 & 2: Dresses by Betty Tran

Shoes: Christian Louboutin 

Sunglasses: Linda Farrow

Outfit 3: Zara boyfriend white shirt (More styles here)

Iris & Ink beaded dress 

Christian Dior handbag

Nasty gal pvc boots

Linda Farrow sunglasses

Outfit 4: MSGM top and skirt

Playnomore handbag (Thanks to Playnomore)

Sophia Webster candy heels

Alexander McQueen sunglasses 

Carolina Herrera bracelet & Michael Kors watch (more choices here)

Outfit 5: Bardot blouse (Similar here)

Vintage denim midi skirt (similar here)

Christian Louboutin gladiators

Christian Dior handbag

Valentino sunglasses

Outfit 6: Nicholas top and pants

Christian Louboutin gladiators

Christian Dior handbag

Valentino sunglasses

As I am writing this blog post, I'm actually craving for some vitamin-sea at the moment. I miss the crystal-clear beach with mild waves and a stunning mountain view of My Khe Beach Da Nang. No wonder it was named as "one of the most attractive beaches on the planet" by Forbes magazine. 

I knew about Da Nang before, but I never made an effort to visit. Perhaps, it's the thought "It's in Vietnam. It's at home. I can go there anytime" that stopped me from going. But when I was standing on that fine sand beach, I started questioning myself: "What have I been doing? I traveled to many countries to see their beautiful beaches, not knowing that I have a breathtaking one in my motherland."

We get so busy with our everyday life that we often neglect things around us. Once in a while, a trip to the beach helps to clear my mind and reminds me of what I have been missing. 

Thank you so much for reading! 

::Outfit::

Privacy Please maxi dress- (Thanks to REVOLVE)

Tom Ford sunglasses- Other choices here

Michael Kors watch

After many years, I finally visited Da Nang, a coastal city in central Vietnam well-known for its sandy beaches and rich history. As a first-timer, I didn't know what to expect, but as far as I was told by the non-Vietnamese travelers, this place would take your heart away. So I packed my back, booked a flight, reserved a hotel and started counting down to the trip. 

After a two-hour flight from Singapore, I was here. What greeted me was this stunning mountain range and an endless ocean view. The seagulls came in the picture as a bonus. Just walking around the Pham Van Dong Park, watching the seagulls while listening to the sound of waves was so relaxing. I thought I was daydreaming. 

If you plan to visit Da Nang, I highly recommend you to put this place on your to-visit list. 

Thank you so much for reading! 

::Shop my outfit here::

Privacy Please maxi dress- Thanks to Revolve 

Miu Miu slingback pumps- Similar here

Valentino handbag- More affordable choices here

Tom Ford sunglasses- Similar here

Some time in mid of 2016, I made a short trip back to Taiwan. It has been 3 years since my first visit. The first trip to this beautiful country was in 2013. It was also the last time that I went on a holiday with a bunch of people (15 of them probably). It was fun, but it was also tiring as we were constantly on the go from one place to another. If you are like me, afraid of burning yourself out with a full itinerary "recommended" by a tour agency from the early morning to the late evening, you'd be better off planning your own trip. 

When my boyfriend and I travel, we are very laid back. We will pick one or two places to visit or things to do in a day and as soon as we cross that item off our to-do list, we pretty much go with the flow. That's what happened when we visited Taiwan. I'll share more details on what we did and where we went in another travel post. For now, here are just some photos of me, wandering the streets in Xi Men Ting at the end of our trip. 

No particular destination in mind. Just walked and enjoyed Taipei as much as I could. It's so incredible to see the familiar places with fresh eyes. 

Thank you so much for reading! 

::Outfit::

Cropped denim jacket- Thanks to Esprit

Mugler sunglasses- Similar here

Forever New culottes- Similar here

Chloe drew handbag

Jeffrey Campbell gladiator sandals

Vintage deep V-neck top- Similar here