New Kicks...Nike 'Dunk Sky Hi' Sneakers

Another pair of shoes! I seriously have a shoe problem, I probably average a new pair of shoes per week but who doesn't love shoes?! I have been coveting these shoes for a while and as I began my hopeless search around Asia from Hong Kong to Taiwan, I could not find a pair of black Nike 'Dunk Sky Hi' sneakers! They were either sold out or unavailable in any style I was looking for. I even came across the city-dedicated versions that were named after New York, London, Paris, Tokyo and Milan. However those ones were at a steeper price and I just wanted a pair of simple black dunks to wear around HK. FINALLY I came across a pair in my size and they were the LAST pair in this one store. Talk about luck. If you are in HK go to D2r in Pacific Place, they have many colors including the solid and Liberty printed versions.
  - K

Lanvin ♥ Hong Kong

Yesterday evening was a celebration to be remembered! Alber Elbaz was in Hong Kong for the grand opening of the beautifully extravagant flagship Lanvin store in Central. The store was covered in a blanket of cut-out butterflies that were sprinkled around the entire store and even pinned on people's outfits. Snacking on macarons and champagne, the store had a surreal feel to it that evening. The most exciting part of the night was when I bumped into Alber Elbaz himself outside his party. Taking a break from the crowds, he was kind enough to take a photo with me! Such a sweet man, and remarkably gifted, I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet such a fashion inspiration and genius in today's fashion world. 

  - K

Chanel Numéros Privés Hong Kong

Hello! I'm back, and blogging from Hong Kong! I moved here about a month ago for an exciting career change and have finally settled into my new country. I had the great opportunity of attending Chanel's Numéros Privés event here in Hong Kong last week. I have to share pictures with you all because it was such an amazing exhibit! The event was like a Chanel fun-house, absolutely amazing and quirky at the same time. Each room was totally different from the last and displayed some of Chanel's finest things from the classic jacket, the 2.55 bag, to the classic No.5 perfume. The event was attended by well-known asian celebrities (I definitely need to get on this), and fashion muses such as Mira Duma and Alice Dellal. Did I mention we got Chanel gifts to take home?! 

- K

Entrance into the event - a starry, greenery-covered ceiling of twinkling lights as guests enter

Lagerfeld Dolls

Amazing clothes 

Chanel games which were tricky to win!

Black out room full of unique 2.55 bags

Chanel Doll room 

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Thailand Photo Diary

Here are a few shots from my time in Thailand while I was in Asia. I had the great opportunity to visit both Railay Bay and Phuket. I wish I had more time to explore the beautiful country and the rest of Southeast Asia! 

Longtail boats parked on Railay Bay

Amazing limestone rock formations

Lanterns lining the streets of Ao Nang

Railay Bay sunset

Thai Pancakes...SO GOOD! This one is Nutella/Banana

Longtail boat tour around the many islands surrounding Krabi

Managed to capture a snapshot of thunder one evening outside our hotel

The beautiful Anantara villa I stayed at in Phuket with a private pool and outdoor shower

Morning swim

Nothing beats fresh coconut water right out of the coconut

Biking around the Anantara Resort

Villa in the evening

Our elephant Mahout taking us for a ride on the back of an elephant

Elephant handshake with Noi-Na! 

- K

Deep Freeze

Jasmine and I decided to check out the skating rink by City Hall the other week...it was beautiful and crisp outside but absolutely FREEZING. This week's temperature is no exception. I'm going to try and enjoy this last month of freezing cold weather before I make my big move to Hong Kong! Definitely no snow there...

- K & J

Outfit Details:

On Kaila: Blanket (worn as scarf): Hudson's Bay Company / Top: Zara / Jeans: Scotch & Soda / Boots: Vintage / Leather Mitts: Danier / 

On Jasmine: Parka: Canada Goose / Camo Top: Nordstroms / Tank: Zara / Jeans: Victoria Beckham / Necklace: J Crew / Fur Gloves: Jocelyn (from Intermix) / Shoes: Steve Madden /

Asia Photo Diary

This fall I had an experience of a lifetime on an unforgettable trip to Asia. I have been to Japan before but being half Chinese it was great to finally see China, Hong Kong and Thailand. One of the main reasons for my trip was my cousin's wedding in Chongqing (crazy city - 33 million people in ONE city O_O). I just have to say that it was the most extraordinary wedding I have ever been to and the only way I can think of describing it is by calling it "Kardashian-Style" (note: photo 2 is the lovely bride dressed in Vera Wang with her father). If you ever get the opportunity to go to Asia - GO! Amazing shopping, interesting but good food, and sights that you won't see anywhere else but in Asia. 

Sheraton Chongqing in the evening along the Yangtze River (wedding location)

The Bride in Vera Wang

Red ribbons along a bridge

Me on the steps of a temple in Chongqing

Spicy street noodles

Sugar dragon

Tigers and lions at the Chongqing Zoo

Feeding a giraffe at the Chongqing Zoo

BEARS!!! At the Chongqing Zoo

Rock Carving

Hiking along the rivers and valleys in the Black Mountain National Park

Neatest rice pot

The Great Wall of China

Ceiling of the longest corridor 

Peking Duck in Beijing

The Forbidden City

Talented artist in the Forbidden City

Suzhou

Me on an island in Wuxi

Some communist soldiers (so in-sync) 

Yang's Dumplings in Shanghai (crispy xiao long bao amazingness)

Nanjing Road, Shanghai

My fave chicken dish from Yardbird in Hong Kong (must go!)

Another must eat in HK...Cong Sao Dessert with amazing shaved ice! Delish! 

Hong Kong view from the Peak

-K