{ :Today I am Loving: }

Do you have a blog crush? I recently came across JooJoo's blog and fell in love with her drawings and jewelry making. I spent countless hours looking through her blog and was at aweeee with everything. She is such an amazing artist and I am a bit jealous of her creativity! Follow her blog here! and love her interview with etsy

Using watercolor porcelain to hold all her jewelry, brilliant idea!


Mommy and baby Koala, made with polymer clay and acrylic colors for paint.


Last week I came across these handmade amigurumi and miniature teddy bears and plush toys as I was looking through google images for teddy bear photoshoot ideas. Cute overload all in one day! Check out her Etsy shop for more of her work.

Happy Tuesday!

Lookbook } Banana Jacket

Banana jacket from Hubby 8 years ago when we dated. Black jacket is simply just elegant and classic in my book. Still loving it today. 
I don't think these boots goes well with this outfit, oh well, nothing wrong with experimenting ;)

When Kaylee was about 5-6 Months, I lost a lot of hair! I was shredding so much I thought something was wrong me, to find out that it's normal to shred after having a baby. Whew! In need to find a stylish by the end of this month! Look to those baby hair!

jacket::Banana Republic purse::MK :glasses::MK dress::HM shoes:: Report

One thing I love about blogging is that when your a mother and have a newborn baby, you tend to let yourself go and forget to take care of yourself. Having this blog, not only I met a lot of wonderful people from all over the world, but I also get to experiment with my clothes, old and new. Who say affordable clothes can't be stylish? Thank you everyone for stopping by, hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Let Me Put a Bow On You, Doggie

I have the sweetest dogs ever! (2 long coat chihuahuas, 1 yorkie) Meet this little guy Jet, short for Jet Li (no he doesnt know kung fu..yet) yes he has a bow on his hair and he's ok with it because it makes his human sister happy. Cutest thing ever. Happy Tuesday!

Oh and check out this post of Kaylee with her sister Yorkie Coco when Kaylee was just few months!

Happy Lunar New Year

For those who do celebrate the Chinese/Vietnamese New Year, Happy New Year (Chúc Mừng Năm Mới, Kung Hei Fat Choy) I have been cleaning for the past few days so that we will have good fortune and health for the upcoming year! We are not allow to clean or do laundry on the day of or else the whole year will come with misfortunes and hardships. Asians are so superstitious, we try to avoid things so badluck does not find us and we follow it greatly around the Lunar New Year. :D

Over the weekend, we welcome the year of the Dragon with good tradition food and surrounded ourselves with close friends.









Here are some interesting Lunar New Year superstitions I gather online:

Stay positive and do not wish ill on others. We should welcome the Lunar New Year with positive energy.

Many people believe that on New Year's Day washing hair is not allowed because it would have washed away good luck for the New Year. Wearing new clothes represent the new that you want to be bringing into your life. Put on something red for an extra boost! Don't wear white or black clothing, since they are the traditional colours of mourning.

Do not sweep or clean your house on the day of new year, you certainly do not want to sweep away all your wealth and good fortune, an disorganized home means an empty pocket or a loss of promotion.

Avoid breaking things, crying and wailing on the first day of the year, if you don't want to continue the pattern for the entire year.

Pay your bills and loans before New Year, so you don't have any debt left for New Year.

It is considered unlucky to greet anyone in their bedroom so that is why everyone, even the sick, should get dressed and sit in the living room.

Chinese believe it’s bad to start the New Year by swearing, yelling at the kids, or getting angry or upset. Bad mood is taboo. Watching funny movies or interesting programs is a good idea.Everyone should refrain from using foul language and bad or unlucky words. Don't quarrel!

Clean the car! This is what gets you around during the year.
Interesting facts: Buddha called called all animals to come to him before departing earth but only 12 animals came. As a reward he named a lunar new year after each according to the arrival of the animal.

First Birthday Party Ideas

sources from my pinterest

It's crazy that I am already planning Kaylee's first birthday party! Felt like just yesterday I was 40 pounds heavier! Planning her first birthday has been so much fun and can't wait to see what we will come up with at the end.

Happy Friday everyone and Happy early Chinese/Vietnamese New Year!!!

Lookbook::Dreaming of Spring

{dress: eSkakti blazer: HM: Necklace: Amrita Singh: belt: HM }

Words can not express how much I love my new chevron dress from eShakti! I was so impressed with the quality of the fabric and the sewing when I first received it last week in the mail. The cool colors is making me dream of spring already! If you have not heard of eSkakti, it is an online store that offers a lot of vintage and modern dresses for under $100. You can buy the dress as is on the site or you can add customization option so that it will fit you like a glove. Call me silly but this dress remind me of the pink dress on t-mobile 4G girl which I also love! 
They were also featured on Glamour.com. Right now you can save $20 on your first order! From the site "At eShakti, we know that all sizes are not created equal. You no longer have to conform to standard measurements that don't flatter your shape. You can shop for exactly what you want without compromising fit or style. Take advantage of our custom capabilities and let us provide you with a product that was truly made for you!"
{ Btw I am not getting paid for this, just want to share with my readers this new online store I came across} 
"the true beauty of a woman is reflected in her soul."

Photography } Maternity Photoshoot

“Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever... it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.”aaron siskind

A maternity photoshoot that I had the honor to shoot few weeks ago. Such a fun and happy couple, can't wait to meet their little girl! I am guest blogging over at Sandy's blog on tips on photographing your baby! Come say hi! Sandy is the sweetest!

Lookbook: Keeping it simple

{Blazer: HM Sweater: AE Jeans: F21 purse: COACH Shoes: GIANNI BINI Necklace: FRANCESCA'S COLLECTIONS bracelets: FRANCESCA'S COLLECTIONS & F21}

Stole this over at IHOD blog:
"The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It's the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows & the beauty of a woman only grows with passing years."
~ Audrey Hepburn

This is what I have been sporting to work lately, statement necklace, blazer and assortment of bracelets. This year I am hoping to wear more heels, every since I had Kaylee I have been wearing a lot of flats. Need to "learn" how to walk in heels all over again, Cheers to walking tall this year!

Random fact of the day: The last time I got a cut was back in fall 2010! I have been growing out my hair for the past 2 years! I think it's time for a cut soon. ha! Happy Wednesday!

Thrifted

I am not much of a thrifter simply because I never have much luck finding anything unique or cool there. Hubby and I decided to go on Saturday and it was such a fun experience looking through all the vintage and decorations. I love browsing through the accessories and ended up buying couple necklaces that I am now swoon over! We went to CHKD and I love the thought of giving back to the kids as we buy second hand items. Do you thrift?
Kaylee first time thrifting



Black pearl necklace I found at the thrift store, the quality of the black pearl is really nice


Love her shoes leggings!


{dress: Old Navy cardigan: LOFT purse: Michael Kors Boots: Steve Madden Necklace: Thrifted bracelets: Francesca's Collections &F21 }


"the true beauty of a woman is reflected in her soul."


Ended the day with a good friend, catching up at a restaurant by the bay. Hope your weekend was wonderful and thanks for stopping by!