2.5 days in oahu, hawaii!!

2.5 days in oahu, hawaii!!

I had the most amazing weekend in Oahu over Labor Day weekend. In just 2.5 days, my friend David and I 1) did two hikes 2) chilled at two beaches 3) jumped out of a plane and 3) ate a ton of good food. From LA, Hawaii is ~5 hours away by plane so weekend … Continue reading

skydiving in the north shore

skydiving in the north shore

First order of business – TGIF! Second order of business – I went skydiving in Hawaii last weekend!!!! I had always been afraid of heights. Actually, scratch that. When I was a kid, I loved climbing trees, testing gravity on swings and jumping on monkey bars (yes jumping). Then one day I woke up and … Continue reading

colorado springs

colorado springs

I have always wanted to go to Colorado Springs. I have this idyllic image of CO in my head – hot springs and pretty mountains. Well, May was a bit too hot for hot springs but definitely not for pretty mountains. And so, my good friend and I flew from opposite coasts and spent an amazing Memorial … Continue reading

NOLA

NOLA

Wow, it’s been forever since my last post. Work has been incredibly busy during the last few months. I was looking through my pictures today and realized I managed to sneak in a few trips here and there so it’s only fair that I share the experiences with the world. Here goes catch-up post #1 – … Continue reading

weekend getaway – san fran

weekend getaway – san fran

Happy Hump Day all! Stopping by for a quick post on my weekend in SF. That’s the Bay Bridge … I think…right? Beautiful view from the top of my big bro’s apartment! Probably not safe for anyone to be up there but shhhhh 😛 I got super lucky with the weather. Just look at that … Continue reading

a yellow brick wall

a yellow brick wall

Happy Hump Day all! I have been looking for more colorful backgrounds for my outfit posts and came across this yellow brick wall. I think burgundy actually blends in quite nicely, yes? Although harem pants are not always flattering for petite girls, I still love them. The right pair will give you the perfect hour-glass … Continue reading

electric hues & eclectic shoes

electric hues & eclectic shoes

Happy Monday all! Work’s gotten incredibly busy all of a sudden so dropping in for a quick outfit post from this past weekend. Enjoy! I have been trying to use my Celine Trapeze more often. I absolutely love the rich maroon leather and it matches with almost everything! I’m wearing my favorite “kangaroo” leggings. Back … Continue reading

white shirt and oxfords

white shirt and oxfords

I usually stay away from the “preppy” look but I do love soft white shirts. Splendid makes wonderful cotton/jersey shirts like the one I’m wearing. I’ve another in blue. Love them. \\ Outfit // Top: Splendid (short sleeve version here) Bottom: Forever21 (similar here) Shoes: Alexander Wang (similar here) Accessories: Chloe sunglasses (similar here), Chanel bag, … Continue reading

mixed textiles

mixed textiles

Happy Thursday all! Quick outfit post from this past weekend…Enjoy! These JCREW mirror pumps are my current favorite…they spice up otherwise plain outfits and are blindingly comfortable! This is the first top I bought in a brick and mortar store in months. It’s a lacy, hi-low sweatshirt with a see-through back. Kind of a hodge … Continue reading

rustic brunch – the ramos house cafe

rustic brunch – the ramos house cafe

Picking up from where I left off in autumn hues, I ventured out to San Juan Capistrano this past weekend for some rustic brunch. I absolutely love the decor. From the potted plants to the sack table cloth, this little cafe is a true rustic/shabby gem. The cafe offers a pre fixe brunch menu for … Continue reading