Finally got a haircut last Friday so I believe this is the last batch of photos you shall see of me pre-cut. I have been wanting to get a haircut because my hair has been getting too thick and heavy. I did not have it cut short. Just thinning and a quick trim. My hair feels so light and thin now when I put it up in a ponytail. Forgot to add some layers but it will grow and I will get another cut again.
For today's outfit, I style a look with earthy tones. I have been into beige tones, which has influenced my wardrobe. It may not look like it, but the skirt felt more revealing than I expected despite it being a maxi skirt. However, it could also be because I happen to wear this skirt on the windiest day of the week. The skirt has slits that are very high and accentuates the curves. I admit I was pretty cold. I think I am still in denial that the cool weather is sticking around. By the time you read this, I have probably just arrived in Florida as our arrival time is midnight. Will be sharing some photos if you follow me on Instagram @aetherlily! Hope you enjoy your Halloween and get to enjoy some candy and costume fun!
FEATURING
ADIDAS LEATHER JACKET
ZARA STRIPED TURTLENECK
DRESSIN SLIT MAXI SKIRT (C/O)
STEVE MADDEN SUEDE ANKLE BOOTS
Photography by Dillon Lee.
So I spent the past weekend recovering from being sick but that did not stop me from attending BeautyCon! I am so happy I was able to go with my sister because it was our first time attending and we just took turns with each other waiting in lines while checking out other booths for all the free products being given away. I am feeling much better now too. I think BeautyCon also helped me de-stress, haha. I honestly can not afford to be sick because I have been so busy the past few weeks with school and interviews. I know I always say this but time flies way too quickly. There are so many things I want to accomplish still before this year ends.
Speaking of time flying, fall is coming and going very soon too.
Fashion designers are always coming up with new trends, and one of my continuing favorites are maxis. I love wearing maxi skirts during the fall because the weather is not too cold for a long skirt and not too warm for you to get sweaty in one. This one is a sheer polka-dot print from
Dressin paired with my favorite plaid top and a statement necklace from
Yoins. I went for a more grunge look and found a quaint alley to shoot at.
Shop maxi dresses too other than maxi skirts if you are looking for an easy, comfortable yet stylish look.
FEATURING
PLAID TOP (OLD)
SNAKE CHAIN CHOKER NECKLACE (C/O)
DRESSIN POLKADOT SKIRT (C/O)
CARLO PAZOLINI ANKLE HEEL BOOTS
Photography by Dillon Lee.
Hello everyone! How are you all doing? I am back with another review today, and this is definitely a phone case you should hear about if you have not already and if you have a phone that is constantly being drained of battery life! Just read more below. It is totally worth it as I constantly use it now whenever I go on holiday trips.
REVIEW
1BYONE BATTERY CHARGER CASE FOR iPhone 6/6S (C/O) - This phone case has honestly become my go-to phone charger when I am out and about. I was extremely excited to receive my battery phone case because I have wanted one for quite some time now. I decided to get this one from 1byone because I am familiar with their products. The product came with the battery case with 2 front cases to choose from (gold and clear), a USB cord, and an audio extension cord. The USB cord is given in order to charge the phone case and the audio extension cord allows you to hook your headphones through the battery phone case because the case is thick. The buttons (volume control and power button) are easy to press with the case on, which I am happy about because my previous case from another company was difficult to press the buttons. There is a button on the back of the battery phone case to turn the charger on and off. This is a great feature because it allows me to either just use my phone's battery or use the battery charger. This case is slightly on the heavier side compared to a regular phone case but that is because of the battery. However, it is definitely a much lighter and convenient option than carrying a power bank around. I have not completely used up the battery yet but so far it has given me at least 2 complete charges when my phone battery life was less than 10%. The only other feature I wish the phone had was a screen protector because I am always afraid I may break the screen if I drop it. Otherwise, I am in love this product! It is so useful when I am out late or traveling! The product is also available for the
iPhone 6s/Plus.
Overall Rating: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
I seriously love flowy blouses like this one from
CNDirect! They are loose-fitting and comfortable to wear on an everyday basis. I paired the blouse with checkered pants because you can never have enough prints. Last but not least, suede ankle boots from
Skechers that are perfect for the fall. Skechers is really keeping on trend and I love that their non-sneakers are just as comfortable! I can not wait to share my workout look with their sneakers too. Back to the topic of this outfit, I like how small touches of black can give such contrast to a look.
By the way, I went to BeautyCon this weekend for the first time and looking forward to sharing my experience and some of the products I received! Did any of you go?
FEATURING
CNDIRECT DRAGONFLY PRINT BLOUSE (C/O)
FOREVER 21 NECKLACE
MARC BY MARC JACOBS CROSSBODY BAG
SKECHERS SUEDE ANKLE BOOTS (C/O)
Photography by Dillon Lee.
Hi guys! So every once in a while, I like to do these technology reviews because I am always amazed by the rate of which our technology is advancing and creative gadgets people invent. Today, I present to you a product by 1byone, which is a brand I have worked with before. You can find their products on Amazon and they have great ratings. For this review, I will do my best to give you a condensed but detailed evaluation of what I think of their wireless Bluetooth speaker LED light bulb.
REVIEW
1BYONE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER LED LIGHT BULB (C/O) - The 1byone bluetooth speaker LED light bulb is literally a bulb that lights up when you power it with electricity, but it has the ability to light up in different colors while playing music. I have to admit that this bulb exceeded my expectations! I was hesitant at first but I am confident with my decision now. I love that it is LED and only 6 watts with a working voltage of AC 100V-240V because it can get pretty bright. You can screw the bulb into ceiling lights, lamp, anything! In order to control the light bulb, you need a smart phone (you can also use a laptop, iPad, or iPhone) that allows you to download apps. I downloaded the TecPowerBulb app (I believe you can use other bulb apps too, not just this one) and the first thing I did was try the light (there is a tab at the bottom to select it). There are two options in the app when using the light: manual or auto. The manual option allows you to choose any color you like (red, blue, green, purple, etc) and you can change the contrast/saturation. The auto option allows the light to change colors while playing music; I noticed the light flashes different color more when the volume is louder or the music is more upbeat. The quality of the music sounds just as great as other portable speakers. In addition, you can play music through other apps such as your Music library, Youtube, Pandora, etc. There is another tab for music so you can select a song, play or pause it. There is also a tab for turning the light on or off with your phone, instead of physically pressing the light switch. Last, there is a tab that allows you to set a timer for the light. I love that the bulb can be controlled with a phone. Anyone can download the app but only one person can control the bulb at a time because the connection is through Bluetooth. This is great for parties, house decor, and even as a Christmas gift.
If you are interested in this item, I have the code 'K3LG6QUA' for my readers to get $2.00 off!
Overall Rating: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
Watches are not only stylish pieces, but memorable pieces that may be passed on for generations. I learned this from my mother as her father, my grandfather, passed it on to her sibling. She told me that living in a family of five children, my grandfather worked hard to support everyone. One day, he saved enough money to treat himself and bought a watch that remains a classic 'til this day. It is ironic that a watch can be timeless yet can tell us time simultaneously. Watches hold value greater than what the watch is worth. If it is taken care of, watches can hold memories of the past, tell us how much we have grown, and connect us to the ones we love.
Louis Moinet is a watch brand named after the watchmaker who was an inventor of his time. Moinet was a modest man who was passionate about his work and shared his knowledge with others. During the 19th century, Moinet came up with a brilliant idea which turned out to be the first time a watch was created to not only tell time but also record time; similar to a stopwatch. This invention is known as a chronograph. The chronograph will be celebrating its 200th anniversary, which is why I wanted to share this post with you all. Shown above is Memoris, the first chronograph-watch. Its beautiful design and function are unique to
Louis Moinet and is made available in 18k pink gold. The Memoris features a monopusher chronograph with column wheel and chronograph mechanism visible on the dial, along with a 60-second chronograph and 30-minute chronograph counter.
As much as I enjoy style and fashion as a hobby, I realize how important it is to have some background knowledge in the pieces we wear. It is essential to understand how different inventions or pieces came to existence just as how my grandfather's watch had a story behind it. Fashion is not just about the aesthetics, it is also about what each individual pieces means to you. Do you own a watch with sentimental value?
FEATURING:
LOUIS MOINET MEMORIS CHRONOGRAPH WATCH