Happy Monday! We are less than 2 weeks away from Valentine’s Day, so I thought I would show you another Valentine's Day look.
This one’s more daring: deep-v cuts, side cutouts, and high slits! Channeling the old hollywood gal in me – a glamorous look for a romantic night out. I can imagine myself in this outfit at a nice dinner, eating a juicy steak and drinking a rosé.
2020ave Bodysuit / Spoildy Pants / Simmi Heels / 2 Bandits Cuff / Forever 21 Belt
Photography by Mark Nguyen
Sparkly with a dark twist.
December is coming to an end, which means that the new year is vastly approaching (time flew fast didn't it?!). We have about a week to prepare ourselves for 2016. As we plan our NYE shindigs, party looks come into play.
The new year is your time to shine, so I believe that sequins couldn't be a more perfect fit for a NYE look.
Last year I wore a gold romper to match my blonde hair, but this year I know for sure I wanted to wear silver to match my new 'do.
Glam up the look by adding a faux fur coat and suede booties—effortlessly elegant and luxurious.
“Never let the fear of falling keep you from reaching the top.”
I’ve always been afraid of heights—the thought of falling and the possibility of hurting myself scared the crap out of me. As I grew older, I learned that it was just all in my head. Although I still get that eerie feeling when I look down from a high angle, the satisfaction of overcoming that fear grew greater and greater. Just like anything I’m scared of or makes me feel uncomfortable, I perceive it as my motivation—a goal—to overcome it and not let it hold me down.
Going on a rooftop of an unfamiliar building and getting a 360 view of LA is something I don’t do everyday. It was breathtaking and I cherished every second. The perfect moment for my white kimono, where it stood out from the buildings and architecture. I polished the look with patent booties along with my favorite bodysuit and distressed jeans to give my laid back LA-look a city vibe to it.
Kimono + Boots by Boohoo / Bodysuit by Pylo / Jeans by Shop Civilized
What I’m wearing affects my mood, and this whole outfit makes me feel powerful like the boss lady I am. Let me introduce to you—Executive Ponies: Showpo’s work-wear range made for the girl bosses that needs office friendly attire without taking away style. The collection is polished and sophisticated that can even be taken from desk to night!
Here's 3 things to carry with you, girl boss. Short and sweet.
Dream big.
Work hard.
Stay focused.
So dream on, dreamer. :)
Trench Vest + Overlap Skirt by Executive Ponies / Lace-ups by Simmi Shoes
Photography by Alec Dibel
October is breast cancer awareness month! In honor of the annual campaign to increase awareness, I’m sporting the color pink for this look. I rarely wear color but this blush moto jacket has stolen my heart. It’s the perfect mix of feminine and badass—just like all the women out there that has fought or is continuing to fight breast cancer. Click here to get informed.
I wanted my moto jacket to completely stand out so I wore black head-to-toe. The lace top keeps the look more feminine, while the pants is more badass (which by the way fits amazing) with rips just right on the knees for style!
Jacket by Charlotte Russe / Top + Shoes by Make Me Chic / Jeans by Articles of Society
We’re still slowly transitioning into the fall weather here in southern California, which makes it hard to keep my boho pieces tucked away!
I love my stripes, and this maxi skirt just does it so well. It’s placed both vertically and horizontally with cuts and slits that result to a playful look! To keep the outfit more fall appropriate, I added dark pieces to finish—like a wide brim hat and chunky boots. I’m also obsessed with the style and low cut on the bodysuit; it would definitely be a perfect layering piece when the weather gets colder.
Hat by Forever 21 / Top + Skirt by Verge Girl / Boots by 2020ave
Photography by Virisa Yong
Reminding myself from time to time that less is more. I love accessorizing so much that sometimes I forget to appreciate a beautiful piece. For this outfit, I wanted all the focus on the shirt dress. I kept it minimal so that the smallest of details are highlighted: the flowy sheer material, the long slits and the silver rings on the sleeve. Simple, but sophisticated.
Photography by Alec Dibell
"To all my ladies in the place with style (and nails!)" ♫
If you’re looking for a place to get pampered during your “me time,” you should definitely check out Black File located in Fountain Valley, CA.
Black File prides itself as a “nail social”—a place where you can bring the girls and have a fun time. It’s definitely not your typical nail salon. Right when you walk in, you’re greeted with a friendly staff and incredibly chic interior.
There's a small boutique by the entrance where you can shop (yes, you heard that right!), which makes the experience more delightful. Where else can you get your nails done and shop at the same time?! You can spoil yourself two ways in one place!
There’s also a lounge area in case you brought your boyfriend with you ;)
When it came to my nails, Jordan always kept them looking flawless. For my previous visits I’ve gotten my nails done with her, I had broken nails left and right. However, she managed to fix them up no matter what state they were in and I never have to worry! She was extremely delicate with my hands compared to the past salons I’ve been to. She’s also very meticulous on getting the design right. And being the perfectionist that I am, I loved that about her.
The boss lady, Laurie, always checked in on her clients and offered drinks like water, juice or coffee. She’s also very helpful when it came to nail designs, etc. at the times I was being indecisive.
Pictured below (dress + top) are a couple of items I snagged at their boutique!
Body Chain by Stinnys
I don’t think I’m going anywhere else for the main reason that my experience was nothing short of amazing. They’re currently only taking appointments so go to their website here and book yours today!
Words to live by: “when in doubt, wear black.”
I attended an influencer brunch last Saturday hosted by Amika at ediBOL in DTLA, and I went for a “relaxed but still dressed up” look. I simply put a few of my favorite pieces together, in all-black of course! First thing I thought when dressing for brunch: I have to be comfortable. So I chose to wear a palazzo pants a got a few years back. It has an elastic waist so that it can stretch out after getting that food baby, hah. Then I paired it with a dressy crop top and a hat to accessorize (and to hide that messy hair after straight rolling out of bed!).
Photography by Gabriel Montero
Summer, I bid you adieu in this beautiful embroidered set. The lace detail is absolutely amazing and gives off a very romantic and feminine vibe. Goodbye to all the tropical vacations, pool parties and summer flings; I’m ready to fall in love with fall.
We all know that a good first impression is very important, since you only get one chance in making one! It says a lot about you. Not only you make an impression in your words and actions, but also how you dress. So here's my first-day-of-school outfit tip: dress cute but conservative. You want your presence to be known, but you don't have to wear something skimpy. You also want people to take you seriously, but you don't have to be boring at it! For this post, I'm wearing a button-up top with boxy sleeves for that extra attitude, and a skort (meaning, a skirt and shorts combined) to keep the look fun, but still reserved. Dress it up with heels or dress it down with your favorite pair of sneakers!
This LBD number will turn heads while you’re out painting the town red.
I’m completely obsessed with the back lace-up detail. I’ve always fancied anything lace-up and you can totally tell by looking at my shoe collection-I own too many! But it doesn’t hurt to keep the collection growing, right? These platform lace-ups have answered my “the higher the heel, the closer to heaven” lace-up DREAM. They add a few inches to this petite body of mine.
Side note: I’ve been totally lacking on my posts because life is getting in the way (aka work, events, and so many upcoming projects!). But no need to be alarmed, I’m slowly (but surely) getting back into it! So watch out for some cool projects coming your way :)
Dress by Stelly / Clutch by Like Dreams / Shoes by Lamoda
Photography by @marklashark
Here’s a quick post featuring my favorites as of late! Slip dresses are so comfy, and can also be sophisticated. The weather is getting hotter and sometimes, tight clothes aren’t going to cut it anymore! For shoes, I went for my strappy heels instead of the usual lace-up booties—it definitely dresses up the look.
Dress from Lex & Mila | Necklace from Stinnys | Shoes from L&K Footwear
Photography by Virisa Yong
I either have two moods, and it’s either white or black, and for today’s post I’m wearing an all black ensemble. If you refer back to my winter outfits, I wore black almost every time. Now that it’s spring (and almost summer) I’ve been rocking white outfits lately, but it’s back to black with the gloomy cali weather we’re having. The lovely succulents give off that perfect summer vibe that it makes me want to go back to the desert!
Romper from Flourish Boutique | T.U.K. Platform Booties from Zooshoo | Choker from Maison De Morgana
Photography by Virisa Yong
All dressed up on today's post.
Prepare to be glammed out by NBD, a collection full of eveningwear that’s here to stay. Weather it’s a fancy dinner, partying at the best nightclub, or even the red carpet, NBD has the perfect pieces to seize the night. I fell in love with this romper because of the cut and fit, and well, rompers have always been my preferred suit. It’s a match made in heaven with my gladiator lace up heels, as it accentuates the cuts on my romper and glams it up even more.
Romper by NBD | Heels by Public Desire
Photography by Daniel Nguyen
Geometrical cuts on your basics are a total win. My white v-neck is the ultimate upgrade with its fresh cutouts on the shoulders, while my skirt keeps it sexy cool with an asymmetrical slit. Since we’re talking about basics here, I wanted to stay with the casual vibe by wearing my sandals – It kept my feet happy for sure.
Chaser Tee from Dietch PR | Skirt from Fevrie | Shoes from Circus by Sam Edelman | Backpack from Salsit | Sunnies from zeroUV
Photography by Daniel Nguyen
Stripes: probably the only pattern out there that I don't mind wearing countless times. It’s simple, yet versatile. Keepin' it edgy and cool with black accessories and silver jewelry, then gave it a boho feel with my fringe backpack. This tee is so soft and comfy that it makes me not want to take it off!
Shirt from Just Kingsley | Backpack from Goldsoul | Watch from MVMT Watches Women | Boots from Lamoda | Sunnies from zeroUV
Photography by Daniel Nguyen
I do wear a lot of black colors so I like to switch it up from time to time. I added my vintage denim jacket to this look on my attempt to dress for spring. I don’t think I can stay away from the color no matter what season, so I like to play it cool and add some pieces that will go for a “spring” look. The sultry feel of the lace details and asymmetrical cut makes the outfit suitable for a night out, just skip the jacket and it’s like a totally different fit!
Skirt from Azkara Clothing | Top & Shoes form 2020ave | Jewelry from Stinnys
Photography by Ryan Chua
This jumpsuit is going to be my best pal when it comes to those days where I wanna feel dressed up but stay comfy at the same time. It's loose & flowy, which I think goes well with my petite body. You can go day to night with this one- and can probably get away with in the office then straight to a fun night with the gals. Don't forget to pair with your stilettos and you’re ready to paint the town red.
Fluid Fashion Donna Harlem Knit Jumper | Cici Hot Ankle Booties | zeroUV 8765 sunnies
Photography by Virisa Yong
Dark Secrets Bodycon Dress / Madden Girl Westmont Bootie from Zooshoo / Moto Jacket from Forever 21
Fashion is constantly changing, and us fashion-lovers are always on the look out for the hottest trends every season. With that, it is inevitable that our style evolves with time. That’s why I teamed up with Tobi to reinvent my style for the new year, while still staying true to my style. I came up with 5 different styles that makes up my personal style and I will focus on each one, each day this week! You will exclusively get the first look on my blog and Instagram. At the end of the week, I will ask my readers and followers which style they liked me in best!
Today I’m bringing out the grunge gal in me with the Dark Secrets Bodycon Dress. It’s daring with the see-through cutouts, and comfy with the stretchy material. Nothing else says grunge like layers and leather, so I paired the dress with my favorite moto jacket. I can run around town all night long with this outfit in my combat boots and slouchy knit beanie, to keep my head warm in this weather (and to hide my messy hair, of course!).
Stay tuned for more!
xo, Pau
Photography by Le Chan Nhu (@le.vec)
