Mrs. Heisenberg

WEARING: FOREVER 21 DENIM DISTRESSED JACKET | FOREVER 21 GRAPHIC TOP | 
YOSHOP V NECK TANK TAP W A LINE SKIRT | STELLA MCCARTNEY OVERSIZED AVIATOR GLASSES | 
PAUL SMITH WATERMELON SOCKS | GIGI NEW YORK CARLO FILE FOLDER | ADIDAS NEO CLOUDFOAM

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When I think of Mrs. Walter White, or Skyler, from Breaking Bad, she wasn't exactly at first, or if ever, a complete and total badass. But the latest trend, oversized aviator glasses – has always reminded me of Mr. Heisenberg (aside from his famous hat and whitey tighties.) So when I finally got myself a pair of the retro glasses, I wanted to maintain Mr. White's style but also keeping it contemporary with L.A. street & hip-hop vibes. And with a feminine twist!

I've been really digging this v neck tank top with an a-line skirt by Yoshop. The suede material and green color is a cool transitional piece as you can layer it up or keep it as is for when the temps start to rise. Since we're pre-spring and are still having some chilly days, I styled the two piece with some layered tops from Forever 21. The 'Out of Service' graphic top screams L.A. street style and the oversized orange denim distressed jacket is killer! Fun little accident while picking up this vibrant jacket: I had no intention of doing so but this is denim jacket is for men! Happenstance as such, since I'm a huge fan of anything oversized.

South of my ankles are the new Adidas Neo Cloudfoam High Top Sneakers, my new favorite kicks. You can wear them with just about anything, two-piece included! I love the little details such as the lace-ups as well as the subtle rose-gold logos. It adds a nice touch to the completely white shoe. And they are super comfy! I accessorized with an adorable pair of Paul Smith watermelon socks to balance the green and orange outfit. Lastly, the Carlo File Folder in British Tan embossed in python leather by Gigi New York is my idea of a handbag for this look. Because Mrs. Heisenberg isn't going shopping, she's taking care of business. 

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T3 Micro – New Favorite Blow Dryer & Hair Straightener

T3 MICRO COLLECTION: T3 FEATHERWEIGHT LUXE 2I DRYER | T3 SINGLEPASS LUXE 1" STRAIGHTENING AND STYLE IRON

AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY COLLECTION: AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY RESTRUCTURING SHAMPOO | AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY RESTRUCTURING CONDITIONER | AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY SPLIT END REPAIR

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Happy Monday, guys! In today's post I wanted to share with you my new favorite hair tools from T3 Micro as well as my new favorite haircare line, the 'Damage Remedy' collection from Aveda. Since I've been coloring my hair lighter and lighter, the damage has been done and my thick, coarse Asian/Eastern European hair tends to dry out. But these products are all in it to REPAIR your hair NOT DAMAGE it!  

1. T3 FEATHERWEIGHT LUXE 2I DRYER

This is the ultimate blow dryer! Other dryers use a hurricane-like wind flow and high heat that can damage the cuticle and cause split ends, frizz, and flyaways. T3 Featherweight Dryers work differently. A specially engineered fan generates a high volume of air and weaves it through the dryer at a soft, gentle speed, enriching it with negative ions and far infrared heat. The enriched airflow exits the dryer in a wide cone shape that dries large sections of hair quickly. Negative ions in the airflow cancel static and quickly seal the cuticle to retain hair's natural moisture, reduce frizz, and enhance shine. 

This dryer features two speeds and three heat settings to provide greater styling versatility for all hair types. The cool shot button provides a burst of cool air that locks in any style for a smooth, sleek finish. The long life motor ensures a reliable performance and the professional-length, nine-foot cord makes styling feel effortless. This product comes with a two-year warranty with comprehensive coverage and support options.

2. T3 SINGLEPASS LUXE 1" STRAIGHTENING AND STYLE IRON

Enhanced with intelligent T3 digital SinglePass® technology, the SinglePass Luxe is designed to work in just one pass. An internal microchip controls temperature fluctuation and maintains even heat for optimal styling. Signature T3 Tourmaline® plus ceramic plates deliver a shiny, frizz-free, silky finish, while StyleEdge design features flexible beveled plates and a contoured body that glide smoothly, creating versatile styles from sleek looks to soft waves and curls. Digital SinglePass technology maintains consistent, even heating along the plates, which is the secret to one-pass styling and long-lasting results without exposing hair to unnecessary heat. When heated, the unique T3 Tourmaline plus ceramic styling surface emits negative ions that seal the cuticle, eliminate frizz, and deliver shiny, long-lasting results. Key benefits using this straightener are frizz elimination, voluminous creation all the while straightening and smoothing your hair. 

3. AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY™ RESTRUCTURING SHAMPOO

Gentle shampoo with quinoa protein helps repair and strengthen damaged and chemically-treated hair. Aveda's own pure-fume™ aroma with certified organic bergamot, mandarin, ylang ylang and other pure flower and plant essences maintain a delightful fragrance and at the same time keeping my hair frizz-free and super silky smooth.

4. AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY™ RESTRUCTURING CONDITIONER

Conditioner with quinoa protein helps repair and strengthen damaged hair, while naturally derived conditioners help provide intense detangling and leave it smooth and soft. My hair has never been healthier since using Aveda 'Damage Remedy™' hair products!

5. AVEDA DAMAGE REMEDY™ SPLIT END REPAIR

Leave-in treatment instantly repairs split ends, and helps prevent future splits from forming. Formulated with nangai oil, this powerful treatment attracts the separated ends back together, helping to smooth and seal hair fibers. Repair lasts through your next wash and helps prevent future split ends from forming. 

If you're looking for haircare products & tools that are not only efficient for everyday styling but also help repair your hair rather than damaging it, then look no further. T3 Micro & Aveda 'Damage Remedy'™ are perfect for you! You can shop the products down below or through the links from this post. Stay tuned for a fun new look coming very soon. Think LA Streets mixed with Breaking Bad... !

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NYFW AW17 – Events

Last NYFW post! I'm sharing with you guys some highlights from the many events I attended last week. Let's start with one of my favorite annual New York Fashion Week events with ShopStyle, a super fun social event for bloggers and influencers where you can borrow great pieces, we're talking designer-label clothes, shoes, bags, and more accessories, to style as you wish or just to wear around town during fashion week! Check out my picks from H&M and French Connection I chose to style in this post HERE.

On top of this, there was also an illustrator who did sketches of many fashionistas (I opted out as the line was too long for my liking) a Gigi New York pop up where you could get a monogrammed envelope and even a photo session with a photographer out on the terrace with the NYC skyline as a background.

Now, let's discuss the 'REAL' highlight of my time at NYFW last week. You see, I'm normally quite self-conscious when it comes to meeting those I admire. But my new career in the world of blogging has greatly helped me build the courage to always just GO FOR IT. If you truly want to meet someone, my belief is mind over matter. It'll happen if that's what you want, deep down. Call it fate, but I don't think we are all just floating around waiting to bump into each other. I feel you meet people for a reason.  

I met a few famous bloggers, such as Heidi Nazarudin (@theambitionista) and Jiawa Liu (@beigerenegade) pictured above, and both were incredibly kind and down-to-earth! But the one blogger I literally lost my sh*t over, was the one and only, Chriselle Lim. She is my idol and has made such a tremendous impact on my life. I heard about a pop-up she was doing with Thakoon and even though I really wanted to meet her, I was too chicken to go alone. So after filming a YouTube segment at a nearby hotel for a new up-and-coming app, my new friends encouraged me to go, giving me the moral support that I needed, they joined forces with me! I was so nervous and kept trying to remain cool, calm and collected but the moment we met, tears started to come down in buckets! I apologized profusely trying to gain my composure but it was too much for me. Chriselle has helped me through very difficult times in my life most have no idea about, and for that, I'm eternally grateful for her. I could go on and on about how amazing she is, but she is such a true inspiration and just being able to tell her face-to-face what she has done for me will mean more to me than anyone could ever imagine. AND she was SO genuine - nothing about her is fake! It was such a heartfelt moment, I will never forget this meeting! 

The same night I met Chriselle I also attended the photo exhibition party of Luka Sabbat's 'Hot Mess' at Milk Studios, an intimate but POPPIN' event and that basically culminated into a rager that night. It was one of the dopest parties I've been to in a while. The young creatives' endeavor drew A-list guests like Kendall Jenner, Hailey Baldwin, Pusha T, A$AP Rocky, A$AP Ferg, AlunaGeorge, Tyler the Creator, Cardi B, Mickey Boardman, Virgil Abloh, Heron Preston, Larsen Thompson, JunglePussy and Kerwin Frost among others. 

I also attended Stylinity's event at Lulu Frost, which showcases GORGEOUS, decadent jewelry and vintage clothing. Veronica Webb, famous model & actress (who's 50 WHOA & from Detroit like myself) made an appearance to talk about her experiences and advice in the realm of blogging, which was insightful, funny and fresh. I learned a lot from listening to others and she was full of wisdom, humor, and strength. Number one lesson? Always keep it real and remain true to yourself. 

Which brings us to our last event with Lifetime's, 'Women Behind the Seams' at Milk Studios. Photographer, Christelle de Castro's portraits of many women behind the scenes during fashion week, such as Tziporah Salamon, who was one of Bill Cunningham's favorite muse, showcased the faces behind many doers, muses and makers that don't get as much recognition as other may get in the fashion world. And I thought this to be wonderful. I hope you guys enjoyed all my NYFW content! Would love to hear from you and what you'd like to see more of next season! And stay tuned for more upcoming fashion & beauty posts this week! Have a lovely weekend. :)  

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NYFW Outfits

DAY 1

WEARING: ASSEMBLY NEW YORK STANDARD BLACK BELT COAT | 
ZAFUL LACE PANEL CUT OUT KNITTING DRESS | AE DISTRESSED DENIM | 
DRESS LILY FRUIT SHAPED ZIP AROUND CROSSBODY BAG | 
STEVE MADDEN BLACK ANKLE BOOTS

Photo: Andrew Morales for WWD Street Style NYFW AW17 Roundup // SHOP THE LOOK HERE

DAY 2

WEARING: ZAFUL WOOL BLEND MASCULINE ARMY GREEN COAT | 
GENUINE PEOPLE HIGH SLIT WOOL SHIRT SWEATER | BDG JEANS
VVA CARLINA YELLOW LEATHER HANDBAG | MORROCAN STATMENT BELT | 
STEVE MADDEN BLACK ANKLE BOOTS

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DAY 3

WEARING: DRESS LILY LEATHER BIKER JACKET | FOREVER 21 FUZZY SWEATER | 
JOES FADED BLACK RIPPED SKINNY JEANS | MAUMERO HANNAH ANKLE BOOTS

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DAY 4

WEARING: ZAFUL STRIPED TRENCH | MEDUSA PARIS BUCKET BAG |
WOMEN'S WOOL-LINED LAMBSKIN GLOVES W FOX FUR TRIM | STEVE MADDEN BLACK ANKLE BOOTS

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DAY 5

WEARING: CHICO'S DENIM TRENCH | H&M WIDE LEG PANTS W/ SUSPENDERS | 
CLOSET ACCESS MINI ARIA SADDLE BAG | MAUMERO HANNAH ANKLE BOOTS

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DAY 6

WEARING: VIP ME RED COAT | SPARK PRETTY RED VELVET SLIP DRESS | 
LEVI'S MEN'S DENIM SHIRT | CLOSET ACCESS MINI ARIA SADDLE BAG |
EGO OFFICIAL VELVET BOOTS

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DAY 7

WEARING: H&M METALLIC BOMBER | FRENCH CONNECTION 3D FLORAL LACE PENCIL SKIRT | 
HALOGEN V NECK NAVY BLUE SWEATER | MEDUSA SOFI CROSSBODY BAG | 
EGO OFFICIAL VELVET BOOTS | VINTAGE BLUE NECKLACE 

Photo: Gilles Decamps for ShopStyle // SHOP THE LOOK HERE 

Hey, everyone! In today's post, I'm featuring all my looks from NYFW! A total of 7 different outfits, you can shop similar pieces from each day by following the links through text and/or image. This season I went with a lot of different accessories from bags to shoes, to trendsetting wear, but I think the biggest challenge during fashion week in February is the art of layering. You don't want to be too cold outside yet you also don't want to be sweating your mind off inside either! And yes, there's the task of limited space where you sit, watch and work, so bringing too much of a bulky coat can definitely get in the way. Lastly, Mother Nature did not want to cooperate with us fashionistas, lol. Yes, it may not have been super cold, but the snow, rain, wind, and then some definitely presented a few setbacks when it came to making outfit decisions, ideal transportation settings, and more. What's your favorite outfit out of the bunch? Stay tuned for one last post covering NYFW, this one will be on events and all the amazing people I met last week! :) 

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NYFW AW17 – THE REST OF THE SHOWS

DAN LIU

I was surprised by the absence of florals and prints, unlike last season's show. Talented designer Dan Liu kept with warmer colors, including makeup and hair, while still maintaining a light, whimsical-like fairytale amongst his collection. I appreciate the focus on winter wear. My favorite? The half up half down look with soft ringlet curls to fit the theme. And also Mr. Liu's singing abilities. Yes, he performed live singing a beautiful melody! 

HAKAN AKKAYA

I have to say, this was was my utmost pleasant surprise of the week! Going in I wasn't at all familiar with Turkish designer, Hakan Akkaya, but be sure about this – you'll be seeing a lot more of him in the future! His entire collection was all about freedom and the art of sporty couture. He played only in black and white with tons of strappy belts, ruffles, and patent leather. I loved how several designers this season, including Akkaya, embodied their feelings on the current times. The political landscape is a vast one so it is completely refreshing to see that come through in the light of fashion. It isn't only about clothes, and this collection proved just that. (Even though I want EVERYTHING from this collection, regardless if it's for men or women!) 

LEANNE MARSHALL

What can I say about this amazing designer? Project Runway winner from Season 5, Leanne Marshall never disappoints with her ethereal collections. Effortless flow with a touch of contemporary this season, I loved the cream lace tops and skirts that mixed in beautifully with monochromatic, old world glam gowns. And I couldn't take my eyes off the earrings (Hello tassels) and the pop of red from the lips of the models! Lastly, silk has made numerous appearances in several collections. Major trend alert. Just breathtaking. Always such a gorgeous show.

ANNIESA HASIBUAN

An Indonesian-inspired D'Jakarta collection, models wore hijabs for each look, clearly demonstrating uniqueness and the freedom in expressing other forms of style & beauty. Each detail is rich in culture. I especially loved the glittering silvers and sparkling golds, the fierce, energetic music and knockout pieces such a ball gown composed of rose gold tulle made in the shape of roses paired with bronze and black, and the closing piece, an all black gown and cape stitched with Hasibuan’s signature “A” in gold. The perfect collection for any Super Woman! The show was completely filled with passion and empowerment. 

VIVIENNE TAM

Bright and eclectic, Tam's collection was inspired by the electrifying energy of Hong Kong nightlife, with bursts of neon fuschias, greens, purples and midnight blues inspired from omnipresent neon signs and grids that light the skyscrapers. Iconic signage, traffic lights, and contrasting dark tunnels are translated into neon prints, alluding to modern city life. I adored the evening bags that doubled as travel kits (how cute is the airplane one?!) Such an amazing collection for the cultural explorer! I may need a piece (or two) for my upcoming travels... ;)

MIMI PROBER

First time seeing Mimi Prober and 'Hallelujah'! The models walked down the runway as the familiar tune played in the background. What was interesting was the play on lights. Each step further led to the room becoming brighter and brighter. And with a limited play on color, only using off-white, black, grays and beige, this collection was all about sustainable luxury and growing maturity. I loved the stress on lace and crochet, but more so, the small touch of details, such as the last look with emerald and gold embellishments. Absolutely spectacular! And don't even get me started on the coats! 

THE NOLCHA SHOWS

The Nolcha Shows at New York Fashion Week just wrapped the Fall/Winter 2017 season at Artbeam Studios, featuring 9 runway shows.  The platform for indie brands remains the go-to downtown destination for discovering fresh designs during fashion week. I attended the “Ones To Watch” show which kicked off spotlighting emerging brands including: Mariana Valentina (Arabian Architecture-inspired statement dresses), Son Collection (Vietnamese womenswear), Just In Case (men’s and women’s streetwear from Taiwan), Chèlbè (made especially for tall women 5ft11+), and Stevenson University (a collective of students debuting their take on the little black dress).  

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