MISSED CONNECTIONS 1

“You had jet black hair, an olive fur scarf, a matching vest and black leather boots. Your bag was red – like your lips. You sat there with a sort of melancholy I could almost touch…

I missed an opportunity to introduce myself. I wonder if we would meet again”

MISSED CONNECTIONS 2

“I waited for you to look back at me hoping we would make eye contact, hoping I would smile at you and that you would smile back.”

MISSED CONNECTIONS 3

“I saw you from the platform.

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People living in New York all know how important time is and how important budgeting is. There is also an emphasis on the importance of coming up with new things and consistently reinventing yourself. This is when versatile fashion items become crucial.

I was gifted this coat from my beloved mother (Hi mum! – Yes, she reads my blog and keeps it open as a tab on her phone so she can keep updated with my new posts).

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Back in late October I had the opportunity to travel back home – to Taiwan. It was a short trip but fun-filled and packed with laughter and good times with family and friends. One of the best things about being back in Taiwan though, is that I get to chill out with my mum while I raid her closet. Surprisingly enough, she is my size (actually.. *couch* a tad smaller than I am) and she has pretty good taste (no mum jeans here).

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I love wearing tassels, embroidery and lace together – a glorious combination of beauty, femininity and delicacy. These three decorative elements work together perfectly to pull together this all black look and give it a touch of femininity and galmour. 

The bra underneath my bodysuit is the Agent Provocateur Robyn Bra. It can be styled as part of your outfit when wearing a plunging neckline or sheer fabric.

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As you can probably guess from my blog name, I love lace. To me, lace is feminine, soft, romantic and versatile. Particularly for dates, you simply can’t go wrong with lace. This Sandro lace dress is perfect for an upscale dinner date in Manhattan or for attending a performance at Lincoln Center. Pair it with delicate earrings, a small evening bag, high heels and red lips and voila – the perfect date outfit!

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