DIY Project Zebra Clutch
This was one of my last DIY projects in 2012, but the zebra clutch conception began earlier this year when I pulled out a copy of Japanese magazine "Cotton Friend" Winter edition 2009 - 2010 vol. 33. There's a how-to guide for a silk/linen purse with peacock feather...
Fafafoom 2012 in Review
On the other side of the world, the fireworks and parties for 2013 celebration have already started (and some have dwindled down to "business as usual"). But on this side, the fireworks are yet to start in a little less than 5 hours, and I'm running out of time to...
Product Review: Necklace Saver
I don't consider myself an owner of many necklaces, but having half dozen of necklaces or more can easily form necklaces storage problem. Whether you keep them in a box, drawers, jewelry trees, those necklaces always find various ways to tangle themselves to form...
Everyday French Chic with Cop Copine
Cop Copine opens its first US store in San Francisco in 2009, yet after 3 years it is still yearning for brand exposure and awareness in the city. I have been a fan of Cop Copine since I first stumbled upon the brand when I was in Paris 5 years ago. And having the...
MUJI San Francisco Finally Arrives!
Words cannot explain how happy I am that MUJI San Francisco is finally here. The store, that is located just across the Nordstrom Rack / Trader Joe's shopping block had a store opening party on a rainy Friday morning, November 30, 2012. The first MUJI store on the...
Musank Styles: 2009 – 2012
W has just celebrated 40 years of style (dubbed "W - The First 40 Years"), so I'm following suit with my own 5 years worth of personal styles. Just kidding :) As we're approaching the end of 2012 (my gosh, it's so fast!), I'm rounding up my fall and holiday gifts...
One Hour at Ruti Boutique
When I first stumbled upon Ruti Boutiqueseveral months ago at 2119 Fillmore St. and came out with a pair of Alembika pants with oversized pockets near the bottom sides, I knew that I’m going to love this boutique so much. Finally on Sunday, November 11, the plan was realized. Thanks to Camila Casanas (Ruti Boutique’s brand ambassador), I got to chat with the owner Ruti Zisser one day after she touched down from her latest trip to Israel.
Inside the Secret Sexy Dark Garden Photoshoot
When I first saw Dark Garden corsets at Fashion On The Square (FOTS) fashion show, I was in love. Where all of the other designers showcased their garments with boom-boom-boom music, Dark Garden segment was shown within the melodies of a string quartet and models that...
A Man’s Story Screening at AAU
After watching A Man's Story screening at Academy of Art University on Friday, November 2, 2012, there is no doubt in my mind that Ozwald Boateng is a very accomplished British menswear designer armed with impeccable sense of style, masterful classic tailoring...
