Cuckoo for Koko Head

Hiking Koko Head with May. Good vibes shirt form Brandy Melville, sunglass from a boutique downtown, and american eagle stud earrings. 

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Grad Parties Galore

Tis the season for graduation parties - congrats to all the 2013 graduates!!

Tiffany customized necklace, american eagle aquarius charm necklace, american eagle denim tank, brandy melville bralette, nordstrom paisley skirt

Beachin' It

I can't believe I am now one week into summer and it's the first time I've been to the beach! Me and Claire decided to hang out at Kahala Beach which turned out to be a disaster when the winds picked up. Little bits of sand attacked us all over until we were forced to put up our white towels. 

Victoria's secret bikini top, loli'i bottoms, and printed hat I bought at the Kaka'ako Night Market.

Late Lunch at Taormina

Waikiki Beach Walk

oysho cardi, hollister tank, brandy melville skirt, sa-che beige purse, and ozzy osbourne shades from a secret market in shanghai

I think this salmone con panna took all awards for best pasta. Despite the creamy alfredo, the salmon was done perfectly, not to be too fishy. My only complaint would be the gigantesque menu that required both hands to handle. I think my grandma or a small child would have appreciated the large text but neither would be able to lift up the thing. It's certainly beautiful to look at though...

Just a typical plumeria van photobombing my picture in the middle of Hawai'i. 

I'm Back! To Basics That is...

Friends! It's been a while. I've been inspired to get back to blogging, I've missed you all too much.

A lot has happened since I last posted, mostly for the better. For example, I am now an adult, which definitely gives an interesting perspective to life. I've also learned a wee bit of Chinese which presumably aided me with my acceptance to New York University both in NY and Shanghai. I have committed to NYUSH (shanghai). Hip-hip-hooray! It will be a very exciting next few months or years, I should say.

New York University t-shirt from NYU bookstore, black festival shorts from American Eagle

Whale season

I went whale watching for extra credit in my Marine Bio class. I am surprised I learned a lot, considering the dreadful windy and rainy weather (although I did come well prepared with my portable chair and rain coat.)

8 AM did not go down too well for me, but the view eased my puffy eyes - still beautiful, despite the gloom.

My tallying chart

Also, I saw Big Miracle and if that is still playing in theaters near you, I highly recommend it. It was so touching and adorable...go green peace!

the jazz age

I went Club Puna Jazz last Saturday to support my talented friends playing instruments. Our school cafeteria transformed into a classy night club. I love that everyone was dressed up, and could strut their dance moves for the occasion.

This is my favorite dress in my closet right now, but I could never find an appropriate occasion for it. I thought it was perfect for the night, no?

I love the black!

UH Jazz Band

Dress forever 21, heels Vince Camuto.

I found this ticket in my bag from the AVANTI concert from two summers ago in Finland! My uncle played piano, but I can't believe it's still in my bag.

french tips on kombucha

I got my nails done for free at the nailery in Honolulu. This was for a fashion show promoting goods for prom. It was a lot of fun and more pics to come.

 So good! Kombucha is a fad that has discontinued. I try to drink it when I can, it's really healthy and good for you. I had to sweeten it a little bit but my mom loved it.

I had to walk a million blocks (about 45 minutes) to get to the salon because I was on foot and thought I knew where it was but didn't. I got there 15 min late :( but it was fine. I was really hot and uncomfortable, and thought I needed a reward for the stressful hour that had just passed. 

Blood Bank

I know this is vulgar and the polar opposite of fashion, but I had to share a very memorable moment in my life. My first donation of blood! I signed up thinking it'd be fun and a pretty cool experience, but I didn't realize that I had to answer question after question! Finally, when they settled me in a seat the nerves kicked in. I was shaking all over! Before I knew it the needle was in and I was pumping out a quart of blood!

They told me to squeeze this every 5 seconds

My blood in a baggy!

30 minutes later....

La mode

One of my favorite outfits, including my favorite sparkly bandeau! Pictures taken after dinner at Chibo at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.

White lace shoulder cardigan from Earth, Music, Ecology, Sparkly pink gold bandeau from forever 21, black skirt from american apparel, and pink purse from sa-che.

All Tatted up

For my friend Graces bday, she did hennas at her house! We went a little crazy with it, but it won't last forever. 

My favorite animal, the giraffe!

I told Grace (who is a fantastic artist) that she could do whatever she wanted on my back. She drew scenery of the beach - so pretty! I loved it.

MacMakeUp

Did some fantastic shopping at Mac.

Some of the things I bought....

My favorite eyeshadow, I use it almost everyday!

Beach Cleanup!

A beautiful Sunday morning for a beach clean up! This was for the Environmental Surf Club at Punahou. This is one of the prettiest beaches i've seen in Hawaii, and I am glad we could preserve it. Although it wasn't too littered, it was a lot of fun!

It's A Wrap!

The end of the carnival pictures...boy was it a ride!

The reason I've been so busy...me and my friend Pi'ikea made a video to promote our Beverage booth! 

Me being a bad ass pre-carnival. Such a beautiful day...

Face painting. Taking a rocket ship to carnival and beyond!

The night scene.

Me and Paulina going on a lame kiddie ride that was actually really fun.