SLEEVELESS IN CHICAGO

It was almost too good to be true!  Sleeveless in Chicago became the theme this past Saturday as temperatures soared past the 60s and into the 70s.  The city was alive and people were out and about soaking up some much needed sun and fun.  I was no exception.  I was all too happy to get out of the house and stroll around Oak Street.  And who better to roam the streets with than my second fave photog (first is the hubs duh), Chris Kim (aka Tum Tum)  We had ourselves quite a fun morning.  I am undertaking in a fun project with him and the glam squad Izha and Ann, which involved me pulling some amazing gowns from Ultimate Bride.  I felt like a kid in a candy store.  Tulle, ruffles, satin, lace, sparkles, beading... oh my.  I am so excited for this shoot because I get to play stylist a little bit and drape some exquisite dresses on gorgeous models.  Not going to lie, I'm probably going to sneak into this Jenny Packham gown that makes me swoon every time I see it.  I wish I had some sort of fancy ball to go to so I can wear it.  I can't wait to show you guys the images from the shoot!  Definitely going to blog it so be excited!

I had so much fun shooting outside with Tum Tum this day.  It worked out so well because I really wanted to show you guys this outfit.  I am obsessed with sleeveless trenches right now.  It's so rare that it makes sense here in Chicago but Saturday was perfect!  Nothing feels cooler than having a sleeveless trench on you on a slightly windy day and feeling the panels flap around as you walk.  And by walk, I mean STRUT, because trust me, it makes you want to STRUT YO STUFF!  It's so easy to throw on and can completely dress up a simple tank and track pant style denim outfit.  Which, by the way, is the other thing I am obsessed with.  These pants which have a jean feel and look, but the material is so light weight and soft.  I could wear these every day!  I love how comfortable they are and the elastic on the bottom keeps the hem in place so you can move it up or down as you please.  They can be dressed down with sneakers or dressed up with pumps.  I am so obsessed with them that I bought a second pair in a different color.  Hehehe.  I love pieces that require very little thought but are still stylish and can go with lots of different looks.  I hope you guys enjoy the look and the photos!  Thanks again to Tums for the shots.  It was fun actually having some direction and feedback during these blog shoots.  Let's do it again soon!  Hehehe...

//  top - vince  //  jacket - h&m  //  jeans - rag & bone  //  bag - chloe marcie large  //  shoes - christian louboutin so kate  //  sunnies - prada  //  bracelets - edith hart  //   necklaces - maya brenner, the JASA necklace  //

//  photography by Chris Kim Photography  //

xoxo,

DOS

CHINOS

So I kind of have this obsession with chinos right now.  I don't know how it started but I have been loving them so much.  Probably because I can get away with them for work and I can make them casual if I want to.  Also... they are comfy as all hell!  Why have I never played around with chinos?!  I feel so late in the game.  But now that I found my love for them, I can't get enough!  I feel like even more of a winner because these were from H&M and were only $20!  Woot!  By the way I got them in every color they had.  I said they were only $20 right?  My babe Grace is probably so proud of me right now since she's been rocking chinos for years!  Lol... hi boo!  Let's also say helloOoOoOOooooOoOOo nurse (animaniacs reference) to my new sunnies.  Uh yea, I too am on the "My Love from Another Star" show and fashion bandwagon.  Beep beep!  If you don't know... #GTS (Google That Shit).  The lead female character Cheon Song Yi wears the sickest sunnies throughout this show and even miss Wendy has taken notice.  We are so so so obsessed with this show!  And the fashion is insane.  There is one scene where she is just eating and chillin on the floor wearing what looks like pajamas.  Turns out it's a Gucci jumpsuit.  Sniggity snap!  Anyhoo... Miss Wendy went and got the same actual version of these sunnies that Cheon Song Yi is rocking on the show.  I got the more rounded version since it fit my face better and I got them in a brown color scheme.  I lalalalalalaLAAAAAAAAAAAAHVE them!  Thanks to my chuchurooo LC for doing the work and grabbing them for me.  Her new job and I have a love hate relationship.  I love it because she does the leg work for me in hunting down things I want, charges my card, then sends it on over.  I hate it because I never see her!  As I will elaborate below.

We are feeling super lucky in Chicago right now because finally, we are starting to get the hint that we have passed that 30 degree mark.  It's been consistently around 40s and 50s here which is such a welcome change, and this past weekend the sun was shining brightly, which just automatically brightens my mood.  I had myself a pretty eventful weekend which started on Thursday with my honeychuchu LC and myself at our favorite place, Underground.  I love going there on Thursdays because it's usually the kind of music I like, it's less crowded, and our fave gal Izha is there working.  Since LC started her new job, our schedules have been off.  She works them retail hours and I work them corporate hours.  We have only about 30 minutes to chat these days .  It makes me super sad because she was my Gchat break during my work day and now she's never around.  Or she can't respond to anything until way later and it no longer makes sense.  You know how it is.  You find something funny and want to share it with someone right away because you are still laughing.  So you send it.  They don't see it until hours later and by that point, it stopped being that funny.  Is this generation just spoiled with instant gratification?  I literally get frustrated when people don't respond right away.  Like helloOoOoOoOoooooOoOooo, what could be more important than my message?!  LOL.  Just kidding.  Okay maybe just a little NOT kidding.

Friday was also a big day as one of our friends got engaged.  It was so great seeing them so happy and excited.  The ring was GORGY!  He did a good job.  He had set up a little surprise engagement party for her Friday night after he proposed to her privately.  We were elated to have shared in their moment.  Saturday was spent shopping and attending a couple day time events and at night it was off to meet a few of my girlies for some cocktails and nom noms.  We discussed the ever important subjects of business and boys.  It was a much needed little lady pow wow.  Sunday I had an amazing lunch with a lady I have come to really respect through creeping on her Facebook and Tumblr.  It's funny how I felt like I knew so much about her but still needed her to fill in the gaps that I was just trying to fill in with my own imagination.  LOL.  This is why actual human contact on top of Facebook creeping is so important.  I thought we shared such an amazing conversation and hit pretty much every subject under the sun!  Looking forward to doing it again J!  =D  

After that I went to Target which I HATE!  Only because I feel like my credit card is in major trouble trouble trouble...  Do you know how much random cute shit is at Target?  Roaming the aisles with a cup of coffee and all the time in the world is the WORST!  Which is why whenever I go, I have a list with me and I make sure that I have something to do after that I have to get to at a certain time.  Yep that is the key to NOT spending $1000 at Target.  A list and a time limit.  It totally worked.  I left there with what I really needed.  Toothpaste, dryer sheets, and Cascade dishwasher liquid.  No time to look at washi tape or cute stickers or fun markers.  Though I did pick up another little makeup pouch but that was it!  Total win for me.  Anyway thanks for reading my babble!  I hope you all had a great weekend and a fabulous rest of your week.  Meow meow byeeeeeeeeeeee!

//  top - aritzia  //  chinos - h&m  //  booties - nastygal shoe cult  //  bag - louis vuitton  //  sunnies - prada  //  necklace - thanks to sparkle and sophistication  //  bracelets - house of harlow, giles and brother  //

xoxo,

DOS

TURTLENECKING

I feel like I keep apologizing for the lack of posts.  So I'm gunna stop saying sorry because it's just starting to sound fake.  LOL.  The fact of the matter is, I have a corporate job and it's not an easy one and lately it's taking up most of my time.   The tax field is volatile in that you always have to keep up to date to legislative changes and there will never really be a time where there isn't any work that needs to be done.  It's more like, can I push this off knowing I'm only screwing myself over next week?  Add to that the pressure of wanting to transition to the next step of my career.  If I want some sort of level up, then I have to prove I deserve it.  So the work and the responsibilities pile on.  Perceptions start to matter more and yes, I gotta really start to care about putting on my eyeliner, a tad bit of makeup in the morning, and actually brush my hair once in a while before I fly out the door.  Believe it or not, the polished chick you see on this blog, is more often NOT what my co-workers see.  Just think Clark Kent versus Superman.  Except that Clark Kent is a short Asian girl who looks like she just rolled out of bed, with her hair whipped up into some sort of ponytail/bun combination with pieces sticking out every which way, wearing just different variations of a sweater and slacks combo with zero makeup and barely looking awake.  So what's got me caring about my career all of a sudden?  Who the hell knows.  

I swear you turn 30 and you start thinking about shit.  Like I should be aiming for higher things.  Though I don't have kids and don't plan to have any, so really my responsibilities are to not lose my house, feed my husband and my dog, there is a go-getter side of me that craves challenges.  Maybe that's why I think I can handle being a career woman chasing her next promotion, fashionista wanna-be blogger, once in a blue moon youtube-r, wedding coordinator, photographer, super wife, party gal... the list kind of just trails off.  And really I don't want to give any of it up.  I like to say that I am just in this corporate life because it pays my bills and fills my closet, but if I'm really honest, I love the challenge and the grind.  Not to mention I've got a Masters degree in Tax that I don't want to waste because one, it comes from a great school, and two, it was daaaaaaamn expensive (at least that's what my mom and dad always said).  I also enjoy being surrounded by intelligent people who can mentor me and guide me career wise.  My dad always told me, if YOU are the smartest person in the room, then you are in the wrong room.  Some people like to feel like they know more than anyone else because let's be honest, that feels good.  That room seems pretty nice when everyone thinks you are the best.  But I always try to keep those words in mind and try to go into the room where maybe I am the dumb one.  Because only then will I keep learning and growing.  Smart people are sexy as hell y'all.  

So even though I'm going through all these intense emo thoughts about where my life is going, I still want to keep this blog alive and strong and hopefully keep giving you guys your dose of DOS.  Whether it's through my rants of pure nonsense or through photos and style advice, I will still be around.  So thanks to everyone who still pops in once in a while and for those that actually READ this... you get ALL the virtual hugs and kisses!  Once my life settles and the weather along with it, I'll come correct with the posts and be more consistent.  =D   I love you guys!

Coat - Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent  |  Turtleneck - H&M  |  Jeans - Page Denim  |  Shoes - YSL  |  Bag - Chloe Marcie Large  |  Sunnies - Oliver Peoples

xoxo,

DOS

ON THE VARSITY TEAM

And I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaack.. wsup wsup wsuuuuuuup!  I had an amaaaajjjing time in Dallas and am having a hard time adjusting back to normal life.  Why can't I just be a professional traveler?  I'd be so good at it!  A big thanks to Snuggie for showing us around Dallas and being my chauffeur when The Hubster was at his business meetings.  Sorry I dragged you to all the crazy stores.  But hey, I taught you some DSLR basics so it's an even trade.  The Hubster and I fell so in love with Dallas.  But it could have been because of the sunny weather and the oooober amazing treatment we received at Hotel ZaZa.  The staff there really know how to make you feel like a VIP.  Little do they know.. I'm just a P.  Shout out to my girl Chelsea for taking care of me all weekend.  You are a friggin' rockstar badass and I love you to death!  See you at Lolla?!?!  I am still reeling from all the amazing memories and meeting so many insanely amazing people.  Shout out to my UK peepz and one very bad ass guy reppin' Amsterdam.  You all are a flippin' blast!

This was day one in Dallas right outside Snuggie's place.  He sure got an inside look to how oober glamorous my photo shoots are.  Hell yea, I worked this parking lot like a runway y'all.  LOL.  It was actually super awkward with him watching.  I had to tell him to go away.  I've known him for over 13 years and I'm sure he was standing there rolling his eyes.  Whatever.  I had to shoot my new favorite jacket.  I made The Hubster buy a varsity jacket for himself months ago and ever since I've been wanting my own.  I've seen a few here and there and most were way over my price range for something I wasn't exactly sure I could pull off.  Thank the heavens for Top Shop.  They released a set of cute ass varsity jackets for women and I had to get my hands on one.  I absolutely love this color scheme since to me it really screams varsity team high school.  It's actually the colors of my own high school so it's also nostalgic.  The shape is so perfect for what I wanted and it has become my new favorite item to throw on.  I feel instantly cool and it turns any frumpy day into a somewhat hip look. Then again, it could all be in my head but who currrs.

Varsity Jacket - Top Shop  |  Tee - Wilfred  |  Jeans - Paige  |  Shoes - Rebecca Minkoff  |  Belt - H&M  |  Watch - Chanel  |  Accessories - Stella and Dot, F21, David Yurman

Thanks so much for reading and for your continued support.  Please "Like" my Facebook pagey page and follow me on Instagram and Twitter for a much more consistent dose of DOS.  MWAH!

xoxo,

DOS