Travel Style: Look 1
I packed extremely light for this trip. All my essentials fit inside my carry-on — with a little extra room to spare. Traveling with few yet thoughtful pieces makes dressing effortless and enjoyable....
View ArticleStatement Sleeves
The one clothing type (aside from denim) that dominates my closet are crisp white shirts. I can't get enough of this classic — often hunting down modern iterations with unique details in either the...
View ArticleCasual Classics
Growing up in the 90's during the peak of fashion minimalism greatly influenced my personal style. I've been drawn to classic staples all my life — favoring simplicity and comfort over anything. The...
View Article2018 | Lake Tahoe
Happy New Year! Finally interrupting the radio silence over here to say hello, and hope you're all having a wonderful start to 2018. I began the year with a long and thoughtful pause that I felt was...
View ArticlePlaid Blazer
Catching up on a backlog of outfit posts! Last year's hero pieces? A plaid blazer, sock boots and original high-rise denim. Target Blazer (Similar) / REDONE Jeans / ZARA Boots (Similar) / LE...
View ArticleFaux Shearling
Kicking myself over the fact I had to return this jacket because I discovered a tear and it was no longer available in my size. The good news? I found something similar that I love even more!This...
View ArticleBelt Bag
City strollin' with my little lady. Gone are the days I would lug around my entire life in an oversized tote. There's a sense of freedom and ease with belt bags — it's refreshing to be able to tackle...
View ArticleSpring Showers
Dressing for the rain is always such a challenge. I want to be dry and comfortable in weather-appropriate outerwear, and safety is a priority so I make sure to slip on boots that can handle a storm....
View ArticleEasy Layers
On days I feel like I need to be extra comfortable yet still polished, I turn to my tried-and-true formula of mixing up casual athleisure pieces with a few elevated items. A favorite combo of mine is...
View ArticleTeddy Coat
One of the biggest trends I gravitated towards this past winter was teddy coats. The ultimate option? MaxMara's perfectly oversized version. While my heart was set on this cozy piece, my wallet was...
View ArticleModern Details
Lately I've been drawn to bags with special architectural details — clean, simple lines with timeless ease and a unique twist. This Johnny Bag by Danse Lente is the perfect mix of functional and cool....
View ArticleNYC: Public Hotel
Every February Jeremy and I take a trip to celebrate my birthday. For the second year in a row, we travelled to NYC. No matter how many times I visit New York, it still feels like the first. Each time...
View ArticleNYC: Soho
It seems that each time we visit NYC, we bring (some of) the Cali weather with us! While it was still chilly and an umbrella was necessary, we were able to avoid any snow storms — pretty lucky if you...
View ArticleSheer
One clothing item I always keep an eye out for is a dressy top that blends comfort and style — preferably at an affordable price point (when it comes to items that I don't wear too often, I prefer not...
View ArticleBalenciaga Speed Trainers
I recently splurged on a few pairs of shoes I've had on my wish list. First up, these Balenciaga Speed Trainers! A little unexpected yes, but actually not — I'm quite the sneakerhead. I've come to...
View ArticleDaily Beauty
I've shared a few snippets of my beauty routine on my IG stories and received a lot of requests to write a dedicated post. Below, I'm outlining the products and steps I take on a daily basis to keep my...
View ArticleSheer Robe
Can you tell I'm really loving this sheer trend? Obsessed. Recently scored this vintage robe at the new Intentionally Blank shop in San Francisco. I know, I was expecting to leave with pairs of shoes —...
View ArticleOn-The-Go Essentials
I talk a lot about comfort and how it reigns supreme in my wardrobe. That goes hand-in-hand with polish and practicality. It's not enough for something to be comfortable — I'm drawn to pieces that...
View ArticleEverlane: The Summer Jean
Each time I'm asked what clothing item I can't get enough of, without fail my answer is always denim. Jeans are my weakness and the hunt for the perfect pair never ends — I've tried them all (I'm a...
View ArticleDining In With Crate and Barrel
Hi friends! I hope you’re all doing well. It’s been a while since my last blog post and WOW have things changed so much since then. We have a lot to catch up on, so I’ll be easing my way back into this...
View ArticleSwim
Swimwear was never a huge priority in my closet (I know, the irony especially since I grew up in the islands!). The only times I gave it more thought was right before beach trips. I’d rummage through...
View ArticleLuxury for Less with The Outnet
I’ve enjoyed sharing more insight into how I curate a conscious closet through smart investments over on IG these past few weeks. Decided to do more of that here in blog form so it doesn’t get buried...
View ArticleSoft Spaces With Armadillo
How we move between spaces is an important factor to consider when designing a new floor plan or decorating. The experience of transitioning from one area to another is prime opportunity to create...
View ArticleSnowflake Sugar Cookies
Baking snowflake sugar cookies this time of year has been a family tradition for over a decade. I’ve previously shared the recipe here and you’ve seen them also here, but it’s been a while and decided...
View ArticleStyle Study: Notes on Taste
Feeling a little rebellious to be putting this out on blog format since the content du juor is anything that rides the algorithm or is behind a Substack paywall. After focusing solely on Instagram,...
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