+ May Netflix Favs

Sunday, June 04, 2017



I just spent 7hrs of my Saturday watching the docu-series on Netflix called The Keepers. Let's just say it's some heavy sh*t. Throughout every episode I felt angry, sad, and even sometimes hopeful at some parts. You start to realize that a lot of people turn a blind eye due to corruption and fear and throughout each show it brings to light what I believe to be true in this case is the failure in both church and state to bring justice to these women. It really is heartbreaking. You grow up thinking the government and the law enforcement are out there to protect the people, but in reality there are the ones who are being deceptive and this cannot be more relevant than right now.

These women endured so much. Words cannot really describe how I felt after watching this, but I think everyone should see this docu-series.


Also, another Netflix fave is Hasan Minhaj's stand-up, Homecoming King. For those who are first-generation American, this bit is so real that it's kind of scary...Watching this brought up some of the memories of me growing up as an Korean American with immigrant parents.



20-something

+ Adulting

Tuesday, May 30, 2017



I'm back at it again. Going to start logging my thoughts, feelings, wishes, and my inspirations because I simply need an outlet.

To be quite honest, I've been feeling discouraged about everything lately. I think most people think I have my sh*t together (or maybe not) but I'm so so far from it. Hoping to be super candid and honest here because I'm tired of seeing all these 20-somethings who seem to have it all figured out. Like-- I'm just trying to make sure I have enough money for dinner next week (just kidding, but for reals).

Moving out to LA from Duluth, Georgia has probably been the scariest but also the best decision I've ever made in my life. I've been out here for over two years now and I don't think I've really taken advantage of all this city has to offer. I get the privilege of being surrounded by so many creative and inspiring individuals and I'm ready...ready to make things happen, create things, and just start doing me.

art

+ Artist Muse - Kei Meguro

Monday, August 04, 2014

I'm in awe of Kei Maguro's work.  Each illustration is so captivating, brilliant, and detailed. I love how she uses a pop of color in her illustrations. It's absolute perfection. 






film

+ The Spectacular Now

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

The Spectacular Now is a coming-of-age story about two high school kids named Sutter and Aimee. No it's not one of those cliche teen movies but rather a raw depiction of two teens crossing into adulthood and dealing with the realities of life.

Last summer I had the opportunity to be part of this film as an art department assistant. (Even got my name in the creds I'm totally legit now).  I got to help out here and there on various sets. My biggest contribution were the stars in a big prom scene which I handmade.

I don't think people realize how many people are involved in this storytelling process we call filmmaking. It's a beautiful thing to be able to tell a story and is an experience I will never forget.

Everyone should go see this...because it's a beautiful film with a talented cast and amazing crew! 



Canada

+ O Canada!

Thursday, September 05, 2013

For Labor Day Weekend my parents decided to drive to Rochester, NY to visit my sister. I honestly thought the 13-14 hour drive would be hell but it wasn't too bad. The route we took was very scenic with a lasting view of mountains and trees.

My mom had never been to Niagara Falls so we decided to go take a day trip to Canada. It's truly breathtaking in person and the boat ride on the Maid of Mist was wonderful. There was this moment on the boat when we were surrounded by the raging falls. We were immersed by the waterfall as if it were going to take us down under.


nature

+ Tallulah Falls

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

In hopes of getting a good dose of Vitamin D, I decided to take a day trip this past weekend to Tallulah Gorge in North Georgia with some friends. The hike was about 3.5 miles and over 300 steps. Those steps only re-confirmed what I already knew-- I'm so out of shape. With a lot of sweat and maybe a tear or two, I was able to finish the hike with a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. The best part was lunch with a breathtaking view overlooking the gorge. 



Dresses

+ Gazing Fashion

Sunday, June 23, 2013

fashion + technology = (no)where (now)here

I came across this on The Creators Project's blog and have to say this is one of the coolest things I've seen. In the video below you'll see two models wearing dresses by designer Ying Gao. These dresses are made of "photoluminescent thread and embedded with eye-tracking technology" or in simpler terms they move--activated by the human gaze. The movements of the dresses are like jellyfish colonies drifting in the sea.

"Inspired by Paul Virilio's essay Esthétique de la disparition (The Aesthetic of Disappearance), the dresses were created by designer Ying Gao and are part of a new series (No)where (Now)here which explores the idea of absence."




+Flower Power

Thursday, April 11, 2013



The Earth laughs in flowers.
                                          - Ralph Waldo Emerson

+ Uncertainty

Monday, March 25, 2013




A feeling of uncertainty.

I'll be graduating from college this year like many of my friends and peers. We'll go through a stage of doubt, anxiety, depression, or excitement about what's to come ahead. We'll be applying to plethora of jobs hoping to get at least one response or an interview.

I don't know how to describe what I feel. I have my fears about the future, but also knowing that I have other options makes me somewhat optimistic. 


This feeling of uncertainty has been the most certain thing in my life right now at this very moment. 

fashion

+ Mara Hoffman

Sunday, February 10, 2013


Even though my style doesn't incorporate bright colors or any cool patterns (mostly because I don't think I can get away with it) I've come to love Mara Hoffman's use of colors and patterns in her Fall 2013 collection. I wish I could rock those pants from the 2nd look.





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Marina and the Diamonds

+ "At Least I Think I Do"

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

I'll tell myself I'm going to stick with my blog and then two days into it I get busy with work and school or simply lazy, but this time (hopefully) it's going to be different.


I'm in the process of finding myself and discovering what I want to do and where I want to go. I look back on my short life and have so many regrets or ask myself a lot of whys? Why didn't I do this? Why didn't I do that? But I'm done with that. I just want to live a full-filled life of love, adventure, passion, and happiness, and I know I can get there. It's just going to take some time and effort.

In the mean time, I'm going to dance to this....


 How to be a Heartbreaker - Marina and the Diamonds

Fall

+ Hiking in North GA

Monday, October 29, 2012




This past weekend I went hiking on the Panther Creek trail for the first time with my roommate, Sophia. I also got to use my new birthday present to take these photos (totes excited). We got up bright and early and drove about an hour and half up north. I must say it's been a while since I've really spent some time outside totally immersed in nature. What was supposed to be a 5.5 mile hike ended up being about 8-10 miles because we got lost in the woods for a good bit, and even though I was out of breath with knees shaking towards the end of the hike, it was all worth it because the end-view was quite breathtaking. We had lunch by the waterfall, soaked our feet in the icy water, and took ridiculous amounts of pictures with my new DSLR :)


+ Tory Burch - Resort 2013

Wednesday, June 20, 2012




photos found here

I must say that I am absolutely in awe of Tory Burch's Resort 2013 collection. I never really had an inkling for mixed patterns but these looks are so vivacious and feminine. I know she gets a lot of her inspirations from afar and the influence and inspirations from her trips are very obvious in these looks. Her use of rich fabrics and contemporary cuts make a true lifestyle brand. I just love it all!

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