Where to Shop...

In Bangkok

Bangkok is sometimes called the "Shopper's Paradise" due to its abundance of fashionable clothing at super low costs. If you happen to be in Thailand, jump by these malls!

CENTRAL WORLD
Homesick? Miss the brands from the States? No problem! Head over to Central World, the third largest shopping complex in the world. This has boutiques from our favorite designers like Miss Selfridge, Kate Spade, and French Connection, but also has more affordable options like Topshop, Forever 21, and Zara.

PLATINUM FASHION MALL
Specializing in wholesale (discounted prices for two or more pieces from one store), the Platinum Fashion Mall has two six-story buildings. Each has several hundred if not thousands of small stores, but be warned: it is quite difficult to navigate!

TERMINAL 21
Located on Soi 21, this is a fun themed mall. The entrance has a costumed gentleman standing by an airport security-esque walk-through metal detector (don't worry, it doesn't matter if it beeps) and the ladies at the information desk are costumed as flight attendants. Each of the 9 floors represents a major world city (i.e. Paris, Tokyo, Rome) and the prices are great!

Love from Bangkok!
Bisous,
Irene

What's the Word?

Peplum

The hottest new trend of 2012, the peplum is a must-know. It is a ruffle that encircles the wearer's waist and flairs out to give definition to/create that much wanted hourglass figure. They are found attached to the bottom of shirts/jackets, top of skirts, or on the waist of a dress.

The origin: First created in ancient Greece, the word "peplum" came from the word for "tunic." Its popularity soared in the 19th century when women's fashion aimed to make the body look better for bearing children.

Works best for: Ladies with ruler-bodies (straight with less curves) or anyone looking to enhance her hips.

Crochet Peplum Dress (Nasty Gal)

Peplum Ponte Tank (Anthropologie)

Floral Peplum Mini Skirt (Topshop)

Love that peplum! Would you wear it?

Bisous,
Irene

What to Wear...

At the Airport
Sitting in one place for several hours means staying away from stilettos and movement restricting clothing. Opt for something easy to wear and gets you through security without looking like you rolled out of bed.
Look One: Jeggings

Swarovski Crystal Earrings (Neiman Marcus)

Jeggings have a bad reputation, but they are the fashionable alternative to sweatpants! Wear the right one, and no one will be able to tell you feel like you're in pajamas.

Perforated Oxfords (Fendi)

Skinny Jean in Jersey (7 For All Mankind)

Braided Tote (Stella McCartney)

Balloon-Sleeve Tie-Neck Top (DVF)

Look Two: The Maxidress

Mischa Maxi Dress (CALYPSO St. Barth)

Wear a dress you can sleep in but still feel like ultra chic boarding the plane. A nice jacket will keep you warm but can be used as a blanket in a pinch!

"Desert Stone" Cluster Earrings (Kate Spade)

Sequined Loafer (Marc Jacobs)

Cobble Hill Andee (Kate Spade)

Tube Scarf (H&M)

Faded Floral Cropped Jacket (Paul Smith)

Tell me what you think! Would you wear these outfits or use them as inspiration?

Bisous,

Irene

Chambray

I have noticed that chambray has become quite popular lately. For me, it is definitely one of my go to pieces if I am leaving the house to meet up with friends for coffee or just running errands. Its basic material and style allow it to go with practically everything.

The light tones and thin material of the top and the skirt are practical for the summer months.The chiffon material of the skirt is a breathable material for the dreaded summer heat and gives an illusion of elongated legs. The use of black and metallic accents are used throughout the outfit with the clutch, the flats, and the jewelry. It is important to be consistent with the metals. The mixing of, for example, steel and bronze becomes messy. There is a fine line between grungy and tacky . If you plan on buttoning the chambray top, tuck the necklace underneath the collar, if not, having the necklace just lay on th collar bone overpowers the collar detail. Finally, the flats give that effortless look and are not too formal for a lunch date with the girl friends.

From left to right:
Chambray Light-Wash Boyfriend Shirt - Madewell
Sparkle and Fade Nude Maxi Pleated Skirt - Urban Outfitters
Black Triple Wrap Belt - Free People
Black Clutch - Nasty Gal
Geometric Necklace (House of Harlow Necklace) - Polyvore
Ludlow Cuff Bracelet - Urban Outfitters
Kimchi Black Patent Leather Flats - Urban Outfitters


Bisous,
Bethany

Hello Darlings,

I want to apologize for the street style picture delay. The weather is absolute crap right now. Also, I believe Irene is in Bangladesh for a few weeks, so its just going to be me writing to you.

Hello lovelies,

Sadly, the entire Hong Kong has been under typhoon warning for the past few days and its currently up to typhoon warning 3. This means everyone is racing out of the streets and to their homes then racing to their closets and into the streets. These street style pictures will have to wait until this downpour subsides.
So sorry about this!

Bisous,
Bethany

Greetings from Hong Kong!

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer! I have a bit of good news and bad news. Bad news: Irene and I are currently on opposite ends of the world. Good news: I am surrounded by wonderful clothes and style just about everywhere I go. I just wanted to let you guys know that street style photos will be uploaded soon. And in case anyone is interested in any particular piece of clothing found in the pictures, I will be writing up pieces that match the ones on the photos and where to find them.

Bisous,
Bethany