環保時尚——讓穿衣也慢下來吧
想環保，除了日常減少外帶、自備水瓶購物袋之外… 穿在身上的，也可以有環保意識嗎？
Eco-conscious ideas are not limited to bring your own water bottle… Dress sustainably is a trend!
Early Summer Romance
Artwork by MakeYour Choicesss Flora Lab
I guess Hong Kong is a place you could rarely find the feeling of Spring.
However, I love to bring back the romantic feeling of the season by what I wear. Not having to wear too many layers of bulky clothes like in the cold days, and not socked with sweat like in the humid summer, but just put on a knit sweater. A soft, high-quality knit sweater can keep you warm when it is cold while it maintains you cool when it is hot.
Here I styled two early summer looks in BLUE, a colour which I love wearing all year around!
香港跟春天，大概是很難相提並論的兩字。天氣總由最寒冷的冬天一下子跳到盛夏，總捉不住春天的感覺。
可是，春末夏至的浪漫感，我卻非常響往。不需要再像嚴冬中穿笨重的大衣，也並沒有汗流浹背的煩惱，套著一件薄薄的一個毛衫，冬暖夏涼，也非常舒服。 我會以兩個Head to Bottom的全藍造型，把春末夏至的感覺穿出來！
- LOOK: 1 -
Gradient of Lavender from Top to Down
Outfits:
(Knit Sweater) Vitos
(Vest) Grana
(Skirt) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Sneakers) Pairs in Paris
When wearing top to bottom the same colour, I always try to mix and match items with different texture and volume. The gradient blue of the cashmere sweater is the key item of the look, so as to continue and extend the gradient, I paired with a wrap skirt in deep blue. The hand-spray dye technique on the extra-light cashmere makes the over-sized sweater feeling so airy and beautiful. And it even looks good too when it is on shoulders!
- LOOK: 2 -
Special Texture & Layering
Outfits:
(Knit Sweater) Vitos
(Dress) Zara
(Sneakers) Pairs in Paris
A navy knit sweater is always my one of top items in my wardrobe. Basically, it goes well with everything: jeans, high-waisted pants, A-line skirt or even with a one piece. And for this summer, a camisole dress is my must-have item - if wearing a one piece alone is too sexy for you, try to wear with a tee, a shirt or even a sweater inside would give your look a totally different feeling.
Vitos 1925 - the most famous French knitwear brand during the post-war boom, is now bringing back its finest quality of clothes with a fresh and creative style. Aiming to make clothes for contemporary women, the new collection is timeless, elegant and truly comfortable. Be a "Parisienne" by dressing in one of the most historical clothing brand in France!
PS: Please follow my Instagram for an exciting Give-Away with Vitos!
LOVE,
CHARLOTTE
New York Date Night
Have been thinking how it feels like to be in the states for quite a while (after watching so many Hollywood movies). And finally I am here visiting the vibrant New York City.
從小到大，多得看過無但數荷里活電影，一直在想如何美國是什麼感覺。 紐約市，像是世界上的一個聚焦點，城市上精采的五光十色，早已聽說過。
A beautiful bar corner inside Vin et Fleurs.
The first night I spent in this place. We had a nice dinner in a beautiful French restaurant named Vin et Fleurs in Soho area. Everything about french seems to be delicate and romantic. Even the lights in the front door of the restaurant could tell.
And the famous spot - Times Square. We arrived a little bit late on a Monday night. Less crowded as usual, but everything is still really lively. So much my imagination of American-Manhanttan vibes.
Outfits:
(Coat) Sandro
(Pants) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Boots) Marks & Spencer
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
I am a Gentle-Woman
"When I was a kid, my dad liked to dress me like a boy - I never have had a pair of little girls' shoes - those cute and pretty one. But instead, I am always being dressed in a boyish and decent style, like a little Gentle-Girl." Because of this memory, the designer - Yaya (the designer behind if&n, want to convert that memory into the collection of this season.
Here I want to share my two outfits, both wearing dress or skirt: a feminine and a boyish style. Being polite, well-mannered, like a gentleman, but the term "gentleman" shouldn't be limited to men only, right?
女生天生優雅，卻跟男生的帥氣互相配合。
「小時候爸爸很喜歡把我當成男生，會穿得正正經經，從沒有一雙小女生的鞋子。是穿得很帥氣的感覺 - 是很一個很Gentle的小女生。」因為這段回憶，她想把那段記憶用設計衣服記下，所以有了這個collection。
這次想試一試有質感的配搭。純白大衣、簡黑裙子、深藍套裝、鮮紅包包。穿衣服，跟當自己一樣重要 - 讓自己感覺更自主、更強、更美吧。
- feminine -
The Gentle Woman
Outfits:
(Jacket) if&n
(Dress) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Shoes) Camper
(Purse) Vintage
GENTAL, YET POWERFUL
Calm White with Strong Silhouette
The statement piece I am wearing is the big white coat. The right kinds of silhouettes empower you instantly. Wearing a V-neck suede dress with the coat, two different fabric makes the whole outfit more.
- Boyish -
like a gentleman
NEW ATTITUDE IN THE SUIT
Calm White with Strong SilhouettE
A new wardrobe in the new year means something much more than just some new outfits. Dressing in a brand new style, having a fresh hair-do, allow me to have a brand new start.
Wearing the same coat, but a totally different style with the blazer & skirt set. A simple, yet powerful combination.
Pacific ocean in Tou-cheng, Yi Lan, Taiwan.
Linmei Shipan Trail in Jiaoxi, Yi Lan, Taiwan. (Took this picture during my trip.)
A new year start with a new attitude. A new wardrobe, a new thinking, and a list of new year resolution. It is time to write another year review, look into what can we achieve in the next year.
WISH YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR,
CHARLOTTE
What to Wear in 24 Hours [Christmas]
It is the most wonderful time of the year again! There are three festivals that I like a lot - Chinese New Year, Mid-autumn Festival and Christmas. These festivals are the time for us to gather with our family and friends, to spend precious time together. Here I want to show you some ideas of what to wear in Christmas; and as a minimalist, how to dress up myself to achieve a festive look without getting too many items!
This styling lookbook has featured one of my favourite Taiwan brands - if&n. The details, the texture and feelings of their clothes are unique and special. I've also visited their work studio and talked with designer Yaya, and that was truly inspiring. I will share more of the visit in the next blog post!
聖誕節！一年最美妙的時刻... 我最喜歡三個節日？中國新年，中秋節和聖誕節。這些節日的共通點，是讓我們可以與家人朋友好好聚一聚，共同度過一段段美好的時光。無論你聖誕節的計劃是什麼（是派對？是與心愛的人好好吃一個浪漫的晚餐？還是簡單的會家人聚會？），我也想分享我在聖誕節的穿搭。像我這樣喜歡極簡主義的人，可以如何打扮自己，又比可以平時更特別、更「聖誕」一點呢？
這次在台北拍的穿搭，也特別穿了我很欣賞的品牌 - if&n 2017 FW的衣服。他們家的衣服，很有質感 - 既優雅，而每一季也有不同的靈感慨念。我特地和他們團隊的設計師Yaya和Neko談過，也到過他們的工作室，我稍後一點會再寫到訪的文章喔！
[21:00]
24th DEC/
SILENT NIGHT
Outfits:
(Jacket) if&n
(Dress) mukmuk: wardrobe
SEXY YET CLASSIC
The little black dress with a petite jacket
This navy, petite jacket with ribbon details is a good item to go with a simple one piece. You can either wear it tighten up with a "Ribbon" (wrap yourself like an X'mas Gift!) or just wear it as it is, and show a little skin. Here I am wearing a V-neck little black dress, the suede fabric adds more texture to the whole look. Over 90% of time I would choose to wear a little black dress in parties. Why? Because it is simple, classic and effortless. You can never go wrong with it.
[13:00]
25th DEC/
CHRISTMAS DAY
FESTIVE AND STYLISH
Red Dress AND White Culottes
It's finally the Christmas Day - the most wonderful time of the year! I like to spend the day with friends and family - Having Christmas lunch and having barbeque party are the most fun thing to do! Meanwhile I like to wear the most festive colour "Red". This is an overall dress I got last year (I wore it on the last CNY, too), and I style it with a pair of culottes for an extra layer, also to keep me warm even it is cold outside. Trust me, wearing a pair of pants underneath a dress is the trend that you must try in this season!
Don't be afraid of festive colour! Believe in the colour therapy, and sometimes wearing bright colour will instantly brighten up yours, and your friends' mood, too!
WISH YOU A MERRY MERRY CHRISTMAS,
CHARLOTTE
Do Your Hair!
Most girls under-estimate the importance of hairstyle. (I found it even more common in Hong Kong!) We spent a lot investing in clothing or makeup, we always go shopping, looking at mix & match and make-up video online... But how about your hair, girls? Are you still keeping a long, straight hair? Or thinking to have a change, and have a fresh haircut like I do? To me, a total look couldn't be completed without good hair.
我發現，大多數女生也低估了髮型的重要性。（尤其是在香港！）
我們一般都花很多時間和金錢投資在服裝或化妝品上，無論是去購物、還是在網上看穿搭和化妝教學... 但是，頭髮呢？你還留著清湯掛臉的長頭髮嗎？還是想改變一下，換個新形像？對我來說，假如早上沒時間好好弄頭髮，整個造型就不以完整了，然後全天也會沒自信的在亂撥頭髮。
I keep my hair maintained by visiting the hair stylist once every month (sometimes, I do visit him more often when I am having a super short pixie style hair). Find your stylist, and discuss with him/her, ask for advices... It seems to be a simple cut or trim, but surely it would make a different.
剪短髮以來，基本上我每個月去拜訪髮型師一次，因為要保持短髮的狀態...（以前，我還束著超短的短髮時，兩、三個星期便要修剪一次）。找到一個合適的專業造型師，並與他討論、徵求意見... 看似是簡單的修剪，但在細節上看，是肯定有不同的。
Outfits:
(Jacket) Uniqlo
(Top) Grana
(Pants) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Shoes) Anthology Paris
(Headpiece) Karin Cogen Millinery
And these are some pictures I took when I was visiting the weekend market in Le Marais, Paris. And it was my pleasure to know Karin - the designer behind the brand!
這是我在巴黎Le Marais逛週末市場時拍的一些照片；那天更認識了Karin，頭飾的設計師交流呢。
So, spend an extra 5-10 minutes to do your hair in the morning - if you really don't have the time... Maybe investing in some head pieces or hats would help!
所以，無論是男生還是女生，早上請再多花5-10分鐘弄好頭髮才出門吧！假苦真的沒有時間... 也許投資一頂帽子或頭飾也會有幫助呢！這也解釋了為什麼我是個「頭飾控」吧...
Love,
Charlotte
To: The 90s "KID"
To: the 90s "kid"
You are no more a kid. Yes, you're no more a kid. You have lived for 27 years - you graduated from university, you have been focussing on work for 5-6 years, and now you go into another stage of your life.
You have also learned some important lessons in life.
You might have distance away from some friends, but it's okay - you understand that only the real friends who understand and support you matters. You might have several relationships, and you haven't keep in touch with most of them (most of the ex-es), but it's okay - you understand you have to let people go in order to meet the one who meant to be in your life. You might have lost an important people in your life, but it's okay - as the pain helps you grow and now you understand how important it is to treasure every moment as it only happens once in your life. You might have made some mistakes or you hurt people, but it's okay - now you know how to avoid doing it again and most importantly, you now have the power to forgive as you understand the intentions of other people when they did something wrong.
致：90後的你
不再是很年輕的妳，已經過了二十加七個年頭。
畢業以後，這六年間，我們本著青春、空間和機會，工作了好幾年。轉眼九十後也廿七歲。雖然沒了十六、七歲的青春和十八、九歲的無盡體力；卻少了廿一、二歲的驚驚青青，和幼嫩的處事，換來是開始有想法、和一點點的成熟起來。
在這些年，你也許跟部分的朋友走遠了；但不要緊，你知道最重要的是那些明白你的、支持你的朋友還在身邊。也許愛過幾個人、談過幾場戀愛、也許沒有再跟他們有聯繫；但不要緊，你明白有時你需要放手，才會真正擁有。也許你失去了一個對你很重要的人；但不要緊，那些痛苦讓你成長，和教曉你現在珍惜當下的每一刻，把每次，也當作最後一次。也許你犯過一些錯、傷害了一些人；但不要緊，現在的你可以避免犯同一的錯誤。最重要的是，當你看見別人犯錯的同時，你會明白他背後的原因，從而，你擁有了原諒別人的能力。
I do not regret what I've done in this 27 years. I am thankful for a happy childhood. I am thankful I've met a lot of amazing people in my life. They make me - "me". Apart from experiences you have gained in the past; just remember, that who you are today, it’s not who you have to be tomorrow.
The most important thing I've learned in these 27 years. And how about you?
我不害怕一步步變老啊。反而時間，讓我更清楚自己想要什麼、想成為怎樣的人、做更好的選擇。
你呢？
Start now by asking yourself: “What’s the one thing I can do today to be a better person?”
Ask yourself the same question tomorrow. And the day after that. And so forth.
現在就問自己，有什麼我可以做，讓自己成為一個更好的人？
然後明天再問自己一樣的問題，然後後日再問、後後後日也問。直至永遠。
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
Photographer : Edmond Ho
Outfits : Vintage Collection
What I Wear in Taipei
Other than the signature neutral tone in B&W that everyone knows I love (Playing with Black & White), there are days I can’t help but to be a little more colourful, especially when the sky of a sunny day just tells you to do so!
Here are four colourful jolly outfits I put on in my visit in Taipei last month.
跟很多人一樣，我的衣櫃中的顏色大多充滿著藍、白、黑和灰。 除了這些基本、「不會出事」的配搭，有時我喜歡找一些比較色彩繽紛的衣服，穿上去不只讓人、也可以讓自己有眼前一亮的感覺。怕穿得太大膽有反效果嗎？其實只要著重色彩的搭配，任何衣物穿在身上都會非常和諧，看上去讓人亦有舒適的感覺。
這次我特地準備了4套不同顏色的衣服去台灣旅遊時穿，看看下面我的色彩配搭小貼士和旅遊時的 #OOTD。
Top: mukmuk: wardrobe
DAY 1 : MELLOW YELLOW
Off-shoulder Top with Light Blue Denim Skirt
What I love most about this top is the cherry stitched pattern on the linen fabric. It reminds me of my childhood, like the little pattern on the cloth napkins my mum used to give me every day. I styled with a basic light blue high-waist denim skirt. As we all know, blue and yellow are contrasting colours - which may look bold and it's a tricky to wear them together. But when it works, it’s shockingly chic!
Tips #1
Pick The Pastel Tone
By choosing the pastel version of two colours, it instantly lessens the divergence of the two. You can see that they go pretty well together, and the look gives a sense of serenity and surprise.
DAY 2 : PASTEL BLUE
Palette Pattern Top & Skirt Set
As most of you may know, I love wearing a matching set. You will be amazed by the possibilities that you wear with the set, no matter it is to wear together or separately.
Tips #2
No more than 3 colours
Most people find it difficult to handle when it shows more than 3 colours (even for me!) With less colours, you can play with shades and saturation of them. When in doubt, 1-2 colours are the safest.
DAY 3 : COTTON CANDY PINK
Umbrella Stripe top with Skinny Jeans
To go with the eye-catching colours of an unique design, like the umbrella shape tank top here, I tend to keep other items basic and simple. Basics like jeans, or white/plain t-shirts works really well - they are like good friends who everyone enjoys their company.
Tips #3
Similar Colours are Good Friends
Different shades of the same colour or similar colours almost always look good together. Like Red & Pink, Pink & Purple, Blue & Green... Just experiment putting them together, and see which combination is the best for your skin tone!
DAY 4 : BEAUTIFUL PATTERNS
Statement Pattern Piece
Let the pattern dominate your total look! The statement piece I am wearing is the Chiffon printed shirt, with lots of small details, leafs, feathers, birds... It is also very light-weighted which is good for playing with layers in the fall.
Tips #4
Stick with the colours in the pattern
This is one of my favourite tricks - I always stick with the colour scheme I found in the pattern. Take this look as an example, there are pink, blue, beige and white in the pattern of the shirt, so I chose a white top and a navy pants to finish the look. It is the easiest way to find perfect colours to match, meanwhile you will never looked colourfully comical. (or is it comically colourful?)
Do you find these tips of wearing colours useful? Girls, do not be afraid of playing with colours. You have to experiment with different colours in order to find the best combination with your skin tone! I have never liked wearing eye-catching colours in my high school years. But once I tried, I can never go back!
Have fun playing with colours.
Loves,