i walked across an empty land, i knew the pathway like the back of my hand

Keane - Somewhere Only We Know

I needed a new shoe storage/organization ASAP. The shoe boxes were stacking, shoes were missing and dust was everywhere! So IKEA here I come! I got this inspiration after staring at dream closets on Pinterest. Shoes were lined up on shelves so why not just purchase a bookshelf and add additional shelves? I also added doors to it to keep the dust out! I am just sad that this doesn't hold all my shoes, so  I now need to find another solution for the other shoes that do not fit

I'mma do it for the Bay, okay -- YOLO

We headed to the city recently. I tried learn how to utilize my camera (Canon S95) before upgrading to a Canon Mark 5D, my dream camera. I told a friend about this camera and even HE ended up getting it before me. SADFACE. I am sure he'll allow me to borrow it sometimes ;] First stop was Treasure Island with it's breathtaking view of San Francisco and the Bay Bridge. Here's what I wore! Excuse the clarity of the images, there was a slight fog. What's new right?

H&M blazer, Free People Lovely Blooms Vest, F21 striped shirt, Joe's denim, ShoeMint Jolly
Jewel Mint Poseidon necklace & Zip bracelet, Nordstroms leaf bracelet, Michael Kors watch

take a shot for me-- goodbye 2011

It's been relatively busy. Family and friends visited during the holidays, thank goodness I was able to take some days off to keep them company. My New Year's was completely unplanned. We did not purchase tickets anywhere, and those places free were ridiculously crowded. Somehow after our dinner at Wine Cellar in Los Gatos and our FAILED attempt to bar hop, we ended up at my house for some drinks and countdown. Here's what I wore for New Year's Eve. I would've taken pictures at home, but per usual, I got ready too late and rushed out of the house to make it in time for our reservations.

Aritzia lace tank, Free People eyelet shorts, BCBGeneration 'Helara' pump, Baublebar bracelet

For some odd reason the flash would not turn on automatically during my solo pic and coat on during the picture below, it was FREEZING.

Express tights

I'll have a blue blue Christmas

It's that time of year when everything is hectic and you feel like you just never have enough time! I've been super busy with work since everyone is trying to squeeze in their PTO. Not to mention I finished all my Christmas shopping TODAY! Well, minus the White Elephant gifts for my family's annual Christmas dinner. Talk about procrastination. The shopping gods must have been on my side today because I found parking right at the entrance of the mall as soon as I drove up the parking garage. EXCITE. Anyhow, since it was my day off, I went to the store to purchase what I needed to bake my team some cookies, ingredients for my dish I am bringing to my family's Christmas dinner then to the mall. So here is my outfit post!

Francesca top, Joe's jeggings, Steve Madden boots
Left hand: Michael Kors rose gold watch, Brandy Pham bracelet

Jewelmint Poseidon necklace, Bauble Bar bracelets

H&M blazer

December Wedding Bells

This Saturday was my cousin's wedding day. I was only able to take pictures of what I chose to wear in the evening. Not that many photos either, I always underestimate the time I need to get ready in time, I even forgot to put on earrings. -___- It's alright because it is not my day, it is the bride's day. Anyhow, I love weddings, they bring everyone together!

BCBG dress, Sam Edelman Lorna pumps, Brandy Pham Charlotte bracelet and Jewelmint Birdcage Bangle

Our place settings (my Vietnamese name is Thy)

I love the meaning behind the cranes on each person's place setting. According to Japanese tradition, senbazuru is folding one thousand cranes. By completing this act before the wedding, the couple will ensure a blissful marriage. My cousin and her now husband must've spent hours folding these! Weddings that incorporate two different cultures, in this case Vietnamese and Japanese are always a learning and interesting experience.

Photos starring....

I haven't had time to coordinate my outfits, plus I haven't gone anywhere that requires much dressing up. Here's another laid back 'fit. No need to see the front of the outfit since it's just a plain white tee. Not to mention, my shih tzu Keno would not leave me be!

We the Free sweater, White tee, Citizen of Humanity denim, Francesca flats

TOMS Gandhi Shoes

I am extremely sad that I missed out when TOMS released these canvas flats filled with Gandhi quotes.