Mani(c) Monday - July 29, 2013

I'm disappointed by the fact that I haven't been keeping up with posting these...but what can I say, I was busy.  Anyway, here's another summer color that I've worn recently that I have been incredibly in love with.  This time I wore Coy Coral by CoverGirl, a generally toned down coral shade that is on the deeper end of the color spectrum, which is noticeably darker than Tart Deco by Essie that I did a post on over a month ago.  This is the first time I've tried out the CoverGirl line of polishes, and I have to say I am very impressed with the overall quality and how opaque they are, so I'll definitely look into picking up more of the color varieties in the near future.  Since summer is kinda winding down, I'm gonna make a conscious effort to utilize my summer polish shades.  All photos taken by me.  =]

Coy Coral by CoverGirl

Bit of Bright

Been so caught up in being busy lately, so I haven't been too active in posting outfits here.  However, after this week I should have a bit more time freed up to post on a more frequent basis *fingers crossed*.  Anyway, I have been very captured by the elements and trends of the summer, and have been trying to utilize them as best as I can with my personal style.  In this outfit, I'm pairing my black and white striped tee with a black pair of shorts, though I used accessories such as my bright socks, bag, and bracelet to add an electric pop of color to the look.  I'm not typically one to gravitate towards bright colors, but I've been incredibly attracted to them recently.  Hopefully I'll be able to post more colorful summer outfits before the season is through.  All photos taken by Zeric Villanueva.  =]

Outfit Details: Black and white striped pocket t-shirt by Ralph Lauren, black cotton shorts by Banana Republic, Shoes: Italian leather ankle boots by Bruno Magli, chartreuse ankle length socks by Style & Co.  See other photos for accessory details.

Electric yellow faux patent leather satchel from Forever 21 (fur keychain added on from my collection), triangle pendant necklace from Forever 21, silver stainless steel mesh band watch by Skagen, electric yellow hinged cuff by Vince Camuto.

Mani(c) Monday - July 8, 2013

It's been such a long time since I've posted one of these...and I honestly have no excuse but outright neglect.  Nonetheless, here is the last shade I had on my nails, a bit seasonally appropriate though generally toned down.  This time, I was wearing I Don't Give A Rotterdam! by OPI, a bluish grey shade with silver glitter running through it.  I find it to be the most subtle blue polish in my collection, but I find that it wears beautifully, and is very easy to pair with summer outfits.  I really wanna dip into my bright shades for summer, but they'll have to wait for days when I'm not working.  All photos taken by me.  =]

I Don't Give A Rotterdam! by OPI

Nautical by Nature

It is very much summer time here in Hawaii, and needless to say, going to the beach is definitely a summer staple.  Therefore, I made a trip out to the beach, but instead of swimming, I wandered about exploring the shoreline (just wasn't in a swimming mood that day).  Even though it was hot out, I managed to be perfectly comfortable in the tan jeans I wore, mostly because I paired it with a tank...so it was definitely nice and breezy.  I was going for a pretty nautical look, with the thick blue and white stripes, along with the accents of tan/camel, and tried to keep my accessories true to the look as well.  I personally love nautical elements, and it's very exciting bringing them out to use for the warmer months, so I'll definitely be making lots of use of them, especially the silver seahorse necklace I'm wearing in this look...I'm absolutely in love with it.  I'm hoping to have more summer outfits, as well as beauty things to share very soon both posted here and in videos on my YouTube channel.  All photos taken by Reisha.  =]

Outfit Details: navy and white striped tank top by Ralph Lauren, tan skinny denim jeans by RRL by Ralph Lauren, brown leather belt by the Gap, Bag (better shots below): pinstripe and navy color blocked doctor's bag with crossbody strap by Rugby by Ralph Lauren, Shoes: tan moccasin-like leather sandals by MIA.  See other photos for accessory details.

Silver seahorse necklace by Lucky Brand, blue plastic with gunmetal stud ring by Marc by Marc Jacobs, off white knotted rope bracelet from the swap meet (borrowed from my sister), gunmetal cone spike wrap around bracelet from Brandy Melville.

Mani(c) Monday - June 3, 2013

I feel like it has seriously been an entire month since I've done by nails...since I've been incredibly caught up in things and either too lazy or exhausted to do em.  Nonetheless, here's a new nail post for you all.  This time I have on Tart Deco by Essie, an electric neon coral shade, that can look quite pinky in some lighting.  I am absolutely in love with this shade, particularly since it is transitioning from spring to summer.  At first, I was a little hesitant to wear such a bright color on my nails, but I fell absolutely in love with it, and would highly recommend this shade.  I also featured this polish in my spring essentials, so you can check that out (here) if you haven't already.  Hoping to be more consistent in getting these nail posts up, so look out for more very soon.  All photos taken by me.  =]

Tart Deco by Essie

Wood to Wear

It has surely been some time since I have put up any outfit posts here, mostly contributed to my hectic work schedule...and the fact that it has been increasingly hot, so I've been dressing breezily and comfortably recently.  Aside from that, I managed to get to get back in the swing of things in terms of busting out my wardrobe elements for the spring transitioning into summer.  For this look, I used an old chambray shirt that I removed the sleeves from, and paired it with some corduroy jodhpurs along with my wooden printed Litas by Jeffrey Campbell, which matches my Givenchy Pandora wallet perfectly.  I tried to portray a washed out kind of look, sticking with the hues of blue, beige, and tan, while also complimenting them subtly with silver accessories.  Even though it has been getting hot, this look wears comfortably since it is sleeveless and can easily be paired with shorts for a prolonged day out.  All photos taken by Zeric Villanueva.  =]

Outfit Details: reworked chambray shirt by Ralph Lauren, beige corduroy jodhpurs by Rugby by Ralph Lauren, Wallet (Clutch): pandora wallet in tan by Givenchy, Shoes: Lita shoe in wooden print by Jeffrey Campbell.  See other photos for accessory details.

Thick silver chain necklace by Mixe Medium, silver spiked stretch bracelet by Kara New York, silver stainless steel mesh band watch by Skagen, silver stainless steel armor ring by L'mond.

Mini for Me

Being that it was my birthday this past Saturday, I wanted to get myself something...since I usually do that sort of thing (is that weird?).  Anyway, I didn't hesitate one bit to pick something out for myself.  This year, I wanted to get something small, that I definitely knew I would be utilizing a lot.  I put a lot of thought into it, and finally came to the conclusion that I wanted to get the Louis Vuitton mini pochette in the Damier Ebene print.  Therefore, a few days before my birthday, I stopped by at the Louis Vuitton store at Ala Moana center to pick up my birthday gift to myself.  Needless to say, I fell instantly in love with it, and have been using it nearly every day since.  I got the mini pochette particularly to use as a mini clutch or wristlet type of bag, that would be handy for running errands and such (so I don't have to lug around my incredibly heavy Alexander Wang Rocco bag).  It is the perfect size to fit all my essentials, even though I feel like I don't have EVERYTHING with me...like I usually do.  Below are varied shots of the mini pochette, as well as all of the packaging it came with, just to showcase all of the details.  I also filmed an unboxing video on my YouTube channel, which should be up within the next couple of days, so be sure to check that out as well.  All photos taken by me.  =]

Overview of mini pochette along with the box, dust bag, and shopping bag.

Shopping bag.

Box it came in.

Box opened with dust bag inside.

Front shot of the mini pochette.

Slightly closer shot from the front.

...and another one.

Close up of the Damier Ebene canvas print.

Zipper pull.

Leather stamped label.

Gold LV imprinted hinged clasp.

View of the inside.

Date code on inside (SF0133).

Item number/code card, and material content card.

Receipt holder.

Inside view of the receipt holder.

Back of the receipt (folded).

View of the receipt with personal info folded over.

For more details and product specifications, check out:

Louis Vuitton