Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

It's that time of the year again where bloggers, vloggers, your mom/friend/cousin/co-worker whoever it is, talk about what they bought and how much they saved at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. If you don't know, now you know! Here's a recap of some of my favorite finds:

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Elegant Black Maxi at Eiffel Tower

Happy first day of Autumn! With the transition into Fall, it got a little bit colder these past couple couple of days around San Francisco and I definitely felt the cool Autumn breeze. It's supposed to get warm again this weekend though, so I hope everyone avoids getting sick with the sudden temperature fluctuation!

In continuation of my trip to France, I wanted to let everyone know that the black maxi dress I wore to the Eiffel Tower is now on sale at Banana Republic with extra 40% off (here)! Also, the Rebecca Minkoff sandals I wore are now on sale, although in a different color (the color I'm wearing is butterscotch). For those who are traveling to warmer places in the winter, these are very comfy and stylish sandals to walk in. They'll also come in handy when Summer rolls around next year!

Outfit: Banana Republic Petite black maxi dress on sale extra 40% off! (here), Rebecca Minkoff gladiator sandals now on sale! (here), Brixton hat (here)

Chic Romper at Palace of Versailles

Outfit: LOFT off the shoulder black Romper ( here), Soludos Espadrille flats ( here), Brixton Joanna hat ( here), Street Style Shoulder Bag ( here)

Welcome to French royalty! Originally built by Louis XIII as a hunting lodge (as mentioned before, the French LOVE their hunting), it was later enlarged by Louis XIV into a royal palace to be a "showcase" of France. The magnificent garden was my favorite as it was beautifully maintained and I was glad there weren't any restrictions in roaming around because that's exactly what I did! I wore my Soludos espadrille flats again (I wore it on heavy rotation throughout my trip) and a chic modern black romper to offset the French classic architecture. It was a really sunny day and as there were a lot of grounds to cover, so my Brixton Joanna hat came handy to keep my face protected.

Fairytale Loire Valley - Baby Blue Midi Skirt

Outfit: Topshop Midi Skirt (here), Soludos Sandals (here), Ann Taylor cardigan (similar here, extra 40% off), H&M T-shirt (here), Street Level Beige Tote (here)

When I think of fairytales, castles definitely come to mind. A couple weeks ago we went to the Loire Valley, located in central France, and toured Chateau de Chambord and Chateau de Cheverny. They were both breathtaking and felt like I was in a fairytale myself! To dress the part, I wanted something flowy and pastel and this baby blue midi skirt did just the trick (I think I was trying to go for a modern day Cinderella). My princess sandals gave a feminine touch as it wrapped around my ankles, and it was also very comfortable to walk in!

Beating the Miami Heat

How is everyone?? These past couple of weeks have been quite busy with work and travel. We just came back from our Europe trip which I can't wait to show all our amazing pictures! Before our Europe trip we went on a short weekend trip to Miami. Couple years ago when I went, I also brought the same hat with me. I guess this hat is just so chic yet suitable for a city by the beach like Miami.

Outfit: BCBG Maxazria hat (similar  here), Wilfred Shield Skirt ( here), Topshop OTS blouse ( here)

Petite Friendly Maxi Dresses

Outfit: Cotton On Maxi (different designs here), Sam Edelman sandals (Sold out, but similar ones here only $29.99!)

I've been asked a few times where I get my maxi dresses that fit a petite frame, and actually Cotton On has been my go-to for most of them. Their maxi dresses don't sweep the floor, they're durable, and it's effortless chic. The length is perfect for my 5'2" frame - it shows off my sandals and I don't have to worry about the ends getting dirty since it doesn't touch the floor. It's also an amazing value for only $34.95, and with some designs going for as low as $15! It's a great staple for your wardrobe especially for the summer months. I also found a petite friendly maxi from Abercrombie that I wore to my trip to Napa in this post.

Summer Espadrille Flats

Tory Burch - Tivoli (sold out at Tory Burch but still 30% off), Color Block and Positano Lace-up, Vince Camuto - Delina

Extra 30% on sale items at Tory Burch with code EXTRA30! Lately I've been obsessed with espadrille flats - it's the it-shoe of the summer that gives a tomboy chic look. The jute material is very breathable and helps keep your feet cool. I purchased the Tory Burch Tivoli flat (upper left corner) and it's been my daily go-to for most of my outfits lately. I also purchased the Tory Burch Color Block flats and can't wait to play up my summer outfits with them. The Tory Burch flats ran a bit wide on the sides, but generally are quite true to size (I went with a 5.5 and they fit perfectly).

Another one of my favorites is the Vince Camuto Delina, the laser cut leather gives it a unique texture while it's simple yet chic. The current price is a steal at Neiman Marcus Last Call! 

Off the shoulder top with distressed shorts

Outfit: J. Crew Off the shoulder top ( here), Balenciaga shoulder bag, Topshop distressed jean shorts (similar  here)

Summer is finally here! Our trip to Singapore was nothing short of amazing food and plenty of sunshine. It was pretty humid and we got lucky we didn't get any rain while we visited. I couldn't wait to finally wear summer clothes, especially my off the shoulder top which is a popular summer favorite for everyone. I paired it with a pair of distressed jeans to offset the feminine top for a pop of edge.

Cropped White Blouse + Long Skirt

Cropped blouses and off the shoulder tops are really popular around this season. It's definitely a staple for any girl's wardrobe. I'm usually shy about showing too much skin especially my stomach, but this long skirt has such a beautiful silhouette with an elegant drape and flattering stretch, it paired well with my cropped top for a flirty and fun look. I really like the slit up the side, which ramps up the sex appeal. Summer's just around the corner and can't wait to soak up the sun and bring out the dresses!

Outfit: Topshop cropped blouse (similar one here), Aritzia Long Skirt (similar here), Tory Burch Kira Quilted Clutch (here)

Black Striped Dress in Meadowood

A couple of weekends ago, we went to wine country and indulged our inner foodies at The Restaurant at Meadowood. We expected nothing short of culinary amazingness and were surely blown away!

It was chilly and gloomy that evening with a light drizzle, but I ended up wearing a striped midi dress that was perfect for this elegant restaurant. The length of the dress was just right and I didn't feel cold wearing it, despite the chilly weather. I also brought along my all time favorite - my black curly wool jacket from Banana Republic. It never fails me if I want to add a pop and timeless style to any outfit. I also wore it in this post to dress up my plaid shirt. I've also wore this striped skirt from Modcloth to my trip to New York when we went to Per Se.

Outfit: YSL Medium Cabas Tote (here),  Modcloth Stripe It Lucky Skirt (here), ASOS Lace up heels (similar here), Banana Republic Wool Jacket (sold out but I really like this similar Grey boucle Moto Jacket from Forever 21 here)

Cozy Stroll

These couple of weeks have been hectic with moving and work. I'm really sad to be moving out of the city, away from the beautiful view of the bay bridge, will miss the scenic walks along the Embarcadero and being where all the action is. However, I'll be closer to work and maybe we'll move back to the city in the near future, who knows :) 

Spring is officially here! I love pastel colors and florals, it's my all time favorite design pattern that will never go out of style. Unfortunately, I've been behind on the floral trend that's been popping up everywhere. It's still quite cold to me and haven't had the chance to bring my floral rompers and dresses out. I've been wearing this cozy flurry Uniqlo jacket I bought awhile back on heavy rotation. It gives a playful look which I pair with high knee boots for some sophistication.

Outfit: Uniqlo Jacket (similar here), Corso Como Laura Boots ( here), HUE leggings (similar  here), YSL Cabas Tote ( here)

Sophisticated Plaid

Outfit: Abercrombie Plaid Shirt (similar here), Saint Laurent Cabas Medium Tote (here), Zara Distressed jeans (similar here), Vince Camuto Kain Pumps (here) and Accessory Concierge bracelet (current one sold out but I really like their selections here)

Burgundy Floral Maxi and Napa

I wanted to do an early birthday celebration in Napa this weekend since next weekend overlaps with Halloween. Lucky for me, the weather was perfect. Forever a Thomas Keller fan, we had brunch at Bouchon and everything was delicious!

Outfit: Hinge Floppy Hat ( here), Abercrombie Maxi Dress, Bauble Bar Pearl Bracelet (similar  here) and B.P heels (I like this  color)

Favorite Fall Outfits

Fall has arrived but San Francisco has been surprisingly warm these couple of days. I'm a big fan of neutral colors since it pairs easily with almost everything. Just throw on a scarf with a pair of printed heels and you have a simple and chic look. Here are my current favorites!

Outfit: BP heels (similar  here), Loft Lace tee ( here), Aritzia Talula cardigan sweater, Banana Republic ankle jeans ( here)

Beautiful Australia

Happy Thursday everyone! The weekend is almost here. I want to share my trip to Australia back in December for this week's throwback Thursday. We stayed in Sydney which reminded me like Asia, the sense that there was always something thrilling going on somewhere and if you turned the corner, you could be part of it. I love the wide array of diversity of modern and old architecture from Jorn Utzon’s Expressionist Sydney Opera House to the large amount of Victorian buildings such as the Queen Victoria Building with British Colonial influence. Not to mention the lively food scene, the charm of a coastal setting with endless days at the beach and so much more. I miss the land down under!

Favorite outfit - Floral top and Lace skirt

I've always had an infatuation with florals and lace. Never thought I would find the perfect outfit a couple hours before a friend's wedding. It was very rushed and was worried I wouldn't find the right look but it worked out beautifully! Summer is definitely still in full swing in Santa Rosa and it felt hotter than NYC when we were there couple weeks ago.

Outfit: Bebe eyelet skirt (30% off  here), J. Crew necklace ( here), Aritzia Wilfred floral camisole (similar  here) and BP heels (similar  here) and Chanel Mini '2.55' flap bag ( here)

TBT - Panther Beach Photoshoot

Happy Thursday! This is one of my favorite photoshoot with my best friend at Panther Beach. The floral strapless dress from GUESS (I haven't shopped there in so long!) in my opinion is still in style and goes really well with my black sandals that I bought a couple years back at Ambiance, San Francisco. The sandals are Seychelles and I even hiked Stone Mountain (Atlanta) in them! They're still in great shape and proves to be durable. Probably not going to have a chance to do a photoshoot at the beach anytime soon with Fall coming and the weather cooling down. Reminiscing the warm sunny days!

I Love New York

Over the labor day weekend I finally made my first trip to the Big Apple! I missed New York Fashion Week by two days but it was already a packed weekend, there's so much to soak in. We were so fortunate to able to get reservations at Per Se for brunch when we first arrived. It was the most exquisite dining experience I've ever had. It was hard enough to get reservations at French Laundry in Napa so I was very excited to be able to dine at Thomas Keller's other 3 michelin star restaurant.

Strapless Eyelet Dress

Outfit: Ann Taylor Eyelet Dress (Petite 00), J.Crew Necklace and B.P open peep toe heels. Marc Jacobs Shoulder Bag

We stayed at the Palazzo during our Vegas weekend getaway and was lucky to be on the upper floors with a lot of natural sunlight.

Perfect Outfit to a Dinner Night Out