How to dress for fall...

I would like to welcome FALL, my favorite season.  The Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong is what marks the beginning of autumn for me.  Aside from enjoying the full moon while eating moon cakes and other moon cake-shaped desserts, I look forward to the weather finally cooling down.  The best part about weather change is fashion change, and fall clothing is definitely my favorite. It's comfortable, cozy and stylish! I no longer have to freeze when I go indoors and over heat when I walk outside.  Hong Kong'ers can all finally wear one outfit and stick with that look throughout the day :) I think every HK female knows what's I'm talking about.  Let's see what's trending on pinterest this autumn season.

Loose-fitted comfy tops
Hint of plaid
Floral tops and floral pants
Fitted ankle-length pants
Pointy pumps and ankle boots (even for kids!)
(Rose) gold bangles and watches
Denim button downs


- photos from staybeautifulam -

Cookie Science

As a "baking enthusiast" (or, I should say, "once a baking enthusiast"… before the kids came along!), I found this article quite interesting, especially the TED talk on cookie science. Tempted to try it out next time I find a moment to bake - my favorite type of chocolate chip cookie is probably a chewy, tanned version, paired with a tall glass of cold milk! What's your perfect cookie?

 check out the full article here the perfect cookie

 speaking of cookies.. here are some great cookie recipes. enjoy!
almond chocolate chip
the kitchn

peanut butter oatmeal chocolate chip
hey yeh

smoky cardamom ginger-molasses
reclaiming provincial

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Tee

I've been obsessed with these Urban tees! They're great fit and very comfortable. They fit loosely and run a little bit big. I'm wearing an XS in this and usually wear an S. And these shoes? They're a collaboration between Superga and Man Repeller. The satin material makes the green really pop out. You just can't wear it out on rainy days! Love love love! Although Supergas' are a little heavy, I personally like the thickness of the sole - I can walk in these for days!

Lace Shorts - ANGL (similar here, here)
Sneakers - Superga
Watch - Komono
Ring - Knobbly
Sunnies - Ray Ban
photos by Ryan Feng

Flower Market

Woke up super early to hit the downtown flower market with my friend last Saturday. It was a struggle to get up at 7am after a long time, and be bombarded by vibrant colors and smells with no breakfast in my tummy. But I must say, it was a great way to start the day! I felt super productive afterwards, getting an early start to my day.

Just a few tips if you are planning to go - parking is kind of difficult. There are several open parking lots around the block but they're not the best walk over. We were able to snag a spot on the street one block away. I would suggest going with a friend... If it's your first time around that area, it can be a little bit intimidating. Its $1 admission and flowers are crazy cheap! We got there around 8 and there were still a lot of options to choose from. When we were leaving, they were setting up a farmer's market right outside with food and drinks, but we were in a hurry to leave before our meter was up! 
funfetti flowers?
Don't these roses look like brussel sprouts and cabbages?

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