On Saturday morning, Kiet and I woke up bright and early and took the train up to Harlem to meet my godsister Sarah. Sarah is the coolest- she’s a producer for a major TV network, she’s filmed her own documentaries, and now she’s starting a new show which she invited us to be a part of. The show is called Sunday Brunch and features a small panel of guests discussing a different topic over brunch each episode.
This is not normally the kind of thing I’d sign up to do- I can be shy sometimes when meeting new groups of people and discussing my thoughts in front of a bunch of strangers sounds intimidating to me. However, Sarah is family and I knew Kiet would also be there, so I decided to just give it a try. I’m not going to lie- brunch food was also a big incentive! The segment is still being edited, but I’ll make sure to share it once it’s ready (providing that I don’t sound like a total idiot).
I like to keep it easy and casual on the weekends, so I went for a simple jeans + tee shirt combo and also slipped on my new oxfords. I’ve worn them twice now and I continue to be very happy with my decision to purchase these. I thought they’d be really stiff at first, but they’re surprisingly comfortable and I like the pizzaz they add to this simple outfit.
Since I knew we’d be on camera from the chest up, I accessorized my outfit with this new statement necklace. I like that the stones are black and that it’s thankfully much lighter than it looks. The spiky studs are a nice touch too- I like the hint of edginess.
Outfit Details: Trench Coat and Jeans- Target // Tee- Forever 21 // Oxfords– Joe Fresh // Purse- Erin Satchel via Macy’s // Necklace c/o Aeropostale // Lips- NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Dragon Girl // photos of me- my roomie Kiet
![It's a very belated book haul! These are the four books I picked up on my trip to Australia back in May. Of course I had to check out some bookstores on my first trip to Sydney and I think I ended up visiting 9 in total (check out my stories to see the mini bookstore vlog I made)!
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It was so fun book shopping over there since majority of the covers are different from our US covers. I couldn't resist this pretty edition of PACHINKO, which I've already read. And when I picked up this copy of PEOPLE PERSON, I was so excited to see it because it wasn't out yet in the US at that time. I also bought two books that I hadn't heard of before I discovered them in the bookstore: IDOL and LOVE AND OTHER PUZZLES.
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Do you tend to prefer US or UK book covers?
[P.S. This is an old photo that includes a HarperCollins UK title, but please note that I support the HarperCollins Union.]
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[ID: A stack of the following books sits on top of white bedding in front of a white wall (from top to bottom): PACHINKO, IDOL, LOVE AND OTHER PUZZLES, PEOPLE PERSON.]
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adorable dots, nnenna!
Thanks Elle! :)
Love the casual look. Also, Harlem, heeeey! :)
Thank you Hope! I thought about texting you but it would have been such short notice! We should get together soon though- maybe next weekend?
love your jeans!
Thank you Jane :)
I can’t wait to see the segment – I’m sure you did great! You look cute without bangs, are you growing them out? I love the necklace too, it’s gorg!
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Thanks Jenmarie! These are extensions, so last time I had a hair appointment I decided to try a different style. I kinda miss my bangs though, I might go back to them!
Cute outfit! I’m loving your necklace!! Historical Harlem has the prettiest buildings!
~Sara
Thank you Sara! I don’t get around in Harlem enough!
That sounds like a fun experience! Those oxfords look cute with your trench and polka dot jeans.
Thank you Shenneth! I did end up having fun, even though I was nervous at first :)
That sounds like a lot of fun, and I’m sure you wont regret having done it! The new oxfords are so shiny! Looking forward to future stylings, and also seeing your segment!
Haha, yes, my roommate said they look like tap shoes! Thanks Lydia- I’m curious to see how the segment turned out too! :)
Awesome! Can’t wait to see the episode!
P.S. I don’t think I’ve ever seen you without bangs lol Loving those Joe Fresh oxfords :)
Thanks Kim! Haha, yep, this is the first time I’ve not had bangs since April 2012, I think. I kind of miss my bangs though!