athleisure

Grey Scale

Feeling refreshed in my casuals on this post- can you believe it's already September? I swear summer just started yesterday. Honestly, these past two months have been the craziest for me. Lots of ups and downs (finally way up!) in my work life and thankfully, only ups in my social life. :-) I am so fortunate to have some of the best girlfriends here in LA to blog together and shoot. I feel like I'm finally in the right place.

Published on 01 September

Serengtee

Representing Serengetee's California pocket tank today on the blog. I felt like I was back in school again when I browsed through their catalog. The founders of Serengetee had a mission to collect different fabrics around the countries they visited in order to help support the artisans and their families. 10% of your purchases will be given back to those communities. I personally find that thought fulfilling and wish I had started something similar when I was a college student!

Published on 21 August

Alfred's

Ever feel thirsty while you're roaming the streets of WeHo? Alfred's Tea is always a good idea to grab some delicious and simple boba. Of course, being in Alfred's is basically the same as being in one of LA's most well-known photo ops.

Published on 09 July

Risk Taker

Published on 18 June

Ivy Park I

First of my two Ivy Park series is finally here! Following my warehouse photoshoot from my previous post, I am excited to share my next athleisure look. My photographer Chase, and I definitely utilize all parts and corners of the warehouse to make sure we grab every decent shot possible.



Representing some of the local Los Angeles brands on this post, I am wearing Daily Cap Shop's navy city cap to go along with my Ivy top and bottom. Be sure to check their site out for other colors and city cap shoutouts.

When I was back in Hong Kong in early May this year, I noticed that Ivy Park was a huge sensation among the fashion brands in Causeway Bay. Stepping into Topshop, I was not too impressed with Beyonce's hyped brand since the only differentiation with other clothing line was the logo itself. When I returned to the states, I decided to check out the line one more time and see if it had any redeeming factors. Well, it did. I actually thought Bey's pieces were well designed and extremely comfortable to wear both leisurely and of course, while playing sports or working out.

I do want to point out that, given the recent allegations in regards to Ivy Park's sweatshop scandal in Sri Lanka, I was not surprised that Bey decided to manufacture her brand there. Actually, Highsnobiety is letting us know that Ivy Park is refuting all claims and states that it holds a "rigorous ethical trading program." Which obviously, may or may not be bulls*. From further inspecting each Ivy piece I tried on, I sincerely thought they were decent quality and well made for what it's worth. I would have best guessed that Bey got a great deal for cheaper labor and also having it made to the standard she wanted. But then again, it is Beyonce. There wouldn't be a decline of sales in any way of this scandal because who would reject such a ground-breaking or rather, "internet-breaking" celebrity?

Photos by Chase Shi

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Always,
Cece

Published on 06 June

Cap Shop


Published on 22 May

Necessary x Qupid

While being the first photoshoot after Hong Kong, we grabbed this spot to shoot in Monrovia, a neighborhood that's super close to me!

Published on 17 May

Golden Hour

Published on 12 May

Minnie

Published on 05 May

Et Blanc

Published on 30 April

XCV

Recently I started getting back into posting about athleisure wear on the blog. I found Topshop's latest Spring/Summer collection closer to my taste and easier to wear for everyday.

Interestingly enough, this jersey with roman numerals caught my eye when I usually skip over any type of text printed on a shirt. Written with the letters "XCV," the jersey fits perfectly snug from one shoulder to another and ends right above my thighs. I grabbed my favorite cap from Civil Regime and paired the look with black ripped denim and open toe booties by Vince Camuto. I would admit that the athletic style was never my go-to look but merging athleisure and feminine sophistication together make it edgy.

Also special thanks to Nouvel Heritage, I now have my very own engraved necklace with my nickname on it! It is the prettiest white gold necklace I own. Be sure to check out their page and you can also request your initials or nickname up to four letters! ;-)

Photos by Alver Terenso

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As always,
Cece

Published on 23 April

Reminders

Published on 19 April

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