Living far away from home means I'm constantly craving for some quality time with my family. That explains why whenever my parents visit Singapore, I'll try my best to create and capture as many memories with them as possible. The last two weekends, we visited Gardens by the Bay, Universal Studio Singapore, Singapore Zoo, Marina Bay Sands. We had endless fun and laughter which are priceless to me. 

While my Dad loves having profound conversations with me while having a cup of tea at home, my Mom enjoys some outdoor activities otherwise. On last Saturday, I brought her out for shopping and had her join me in my quick photo shoot (she loves doing these activities as much as I do). Not only did we have a great time shooting some photos together, but we also scored some great deals (Thanks to the Black Friday!). 

Speaking of Black Friday, I hope you managed to grab some great items on REVOLVE that I shared in the last blog post. But if you didn't, not to worry because CYBER MONDAY is here and it's even sweeter. 

From November 29th to November 30th, REVOLVE is having ADDITIONAL 20% OFF sale items plus FREE SHIPPING. All you need is this code: CYBER20. 

Hope this will brighten your blue Monday! Thank you so much for reading and good luck with your Cyber Monday hunting!  

Photos by: Zoey Bui

::Outfit::

NBD Eva dress- Thanks to REVOLVE! Also love these NBD dresses here

Giuseppe Zanotti heels

Salvatore Ferragamo embellished 'Ginny' Crossbody bag

DW watch (Thanks to Daniel Wellington)

Lovisa jewelry- Similar here

Carolina Herrera gold bracelet- Similar here

Photos by: Jan Marie Rico

::Outfit::

Bardot top via REVOLVE. 
In case you don't know, REVOLVE is having an awesome BLACK FRIDAY SALES from November 25th to November 28th. Up to 65% OFF with FREE SHIPPING and no promo code required.

FORWARD BY ELYSE WALKER is having a great BLACK FRIDAY SALES too. Check them out! 

Chloe Drew handbag-

Rene Caovilla shoes (sold out)- More choices here

Alexander McQueen sunglasses

Michael Kors watch

Thank you so much for reading!

Photos by: Jan Marie Rico

::Outfit::
Sheinside Ruffle Sleeve Off-shoulder Top

Preen & proper pants & crop top

Valentino Handbag

Alexander McQueen sunglasses

Asos choker

Sergio Rossi heels 

While some people in the US are celebrating their new president of the United States, others are protesting Donald Trump's victory in many cities (hope everyone is safe), I'm sitting here writing about my New York trip two months ago. And guess where I have left off? These photos from day 5 of New York Fashion Week, taken right next to the Trump Towers. It wasn't my intention to publish this post at this sensitive period of time. I hope the street could turn back to its peaceful scene like when I was standing there. The latest news that I read 15 minutes ago on NYTimes, the protest is still going strong and there are some people get hurt. That's not what we want to happen to people regardless if they are Republican or Democrats, do we? 

Anyway, put political issue aside, this black and white outfit received so many "Love" on social media every time I posted it. It was my last-minute-put-together outfit when I packed for fashion week. I usually categorize my outfits into 3 types: most favorite, favorite, and least favorite one. This outfit happens to be in the third category simply because it's nothing fancy or new. Just a black ordinal wide-leg pants paired with a white asymmetrical chiffon top (Thanks to Revolve!). To make the look more interesting, I decided to use a black chiffon ribbon (from the other pants) to wrap around the top and secured it with the black flower hair clip and safety pins. 

There you have it! My secret of this look to make up for a long-overdue post. Don't say I never share. 

Thank you so much for reading!

Photos by: Jan Marie Rico Photography

::Outfit::

Acler top (old)- Thanks to Revolve! 

Forever21 wide-leg pants- Similar here

Black flower hair clip- Similar here and here

Valentino handbag

Alexander McQueen sunglasses- More choices here

Michael Kors watch

Sergio Rossi heels

The weather in New York during September can be unpredictable sometimes. One day you saw me decked in a jumpsuit over a turtleneck sweater. The next day, I was in a crop top and a midi skirt. It's confusing, I know, but it's interesting.  It gave me many chances to try out different styles, especially during fashion week. 

Unless I am at the beach, you won't see me walking on the street in a deep V-neck dress or a crop top that shows my entire waist. The last time I wore a crop top to work was 3 years ago (God! I looked so young here) and I wore a blazer on top, so it was a safe business. 

Anyway, cut a long story short, I find myself uncomfortable to show too much skin in public. Not that I don't love my body, but I don't see the joy in showing my belly fat to the world, especially when I sit down. Insecurity, that's what you call it. But when I saw this adorable ribbon crop top on Zalora, I thought it would be perfect to wear it with my pink ombre midi skirt. I couldn't help thinking about breaking the rule. Besides, the blue hue on the skirt matches my hair color completely. It made me excited. 

Despite many good reasons why I should wear this outfit, my mind kept saying "No you shouldn't wear it. Your waist is exposed. It shows too much skin". I put the clothes on then I took them off. In the end, I asked myself "What if I could just forget about my imperfection, care less about what people think of me, and enjoy dressing up in my favorite outfit for once?".  I took the risk and the result is what you are seeing here. Good or bad, it doesn't matter as long as it makes me happy. 

Do you feel comfortable in your own skin?  

Thank you so much for reading! 

Photos: Jan Marie Rico Photography

::Outfit::

LASH wrap top (currently on sales)- More crop tops here

Asos midi peplum skirt (sold out)- Similar here

Fendi Double Micro Baguette cross-body bag

Charles & Keith pointy pumps- Similar here

Alexander McQueen sunglasses- More choices here

Michael Kors watch