Minimal White Out

Photographed by

Marcus Annable

// Kerry Park

TOP :: c/o ShopRoxx turtleneck, c/o Now I Style coat (similar here & here)

BOTTOM :: TOPSHOP

SHOES :: Zara (old, adore this & this)

BAG :: Bellevue Collection (gifted, similar here)

ACCESSORIES :: ASOS sunglasses

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Hi LOVEs!!

One of the street trends that has caught my eyes these days is wearing all white ensembles with winter layers. People are inclined to wear dark colors during this season, and I am definitely one of them. It's bold and sophisticated and I don't think it never goes wrong with it however you style in. Nonetheless, it's fresh and fun to switch up your mind, playing with colors once in a while, and we also need to brighten up the darkest days of the year! Whites are definitely great color option to choose from! I adore the sleekness and crispness of the hue, and it will surely freshen up your mind once you put on because I actually felt revitalizing while wearing this look!

I've tried several times all white styles for the last few years over the summer, but never done in winter. So why not challenge myself to give it a try? It's a new year, and it's all about trying new things without fear, right? Right on time, I got this

slick white turtleneck from

ShopRoxx

, and I simply paired it with my white wardrobe. Super effortless coordinating ever! Normally I add accessories or mix with vivid color items as I go for head-to-toe all white look, but this time I kept the whole look as simple as possible. Yet I couldn't help myself tying it with a snakeskin clutch for a bit of eye candy.

Do you like all-white fashions in winter? Hope you enjoy today's winter white look!

    TGIF sweeties! ♥

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Black Wang.

Photographed by Marcus Annable // Georgetown

TOP :: Alexander Wang x H&M t-shirt dress, c/o Charlotte Russe top (option here or here)
BAG :: ALDO (oldie, adore this or this)
SHOES :: ShoeDazzle (similar here or here)
ACCESSORIES :: Alexander Wang x H&M sunglasses, Aritzia baseball hat, ASOS earrings, c/o Charlotte Russe necklaces 

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Hi LOVEs! Happy Monday :) Did you have a wonderful weekend?
In my previous post, I gave a teaser of another outfit by Wang, and here is the look that I styled up with #AlexanderWangxH&M pieces! I love this all black ensemble as much as the other AW white look. I am seriously obsessed with this oversized t-shirt because it's super comfy and soft while staying edgy, and I am literary wearing it right now as room wear! I've also worn this as a top with a pair of jeans or leggings and booties for an easy-going and laid-back style. Even though I brought a size small, the length is a bit long for a girl whose height is 5 feet, so I had to adjust it by tucking the waist part into a skirt I wore underneath. I could alternatively make a knot as another styling option.

It's been awfully cold in Seattle lately, and there is no way I would wear this t-shirt without layering up. Luckily I have a peplum top with sheer sleeves, and it was a perfect match for the t-shirt. Then, I wore these killer over-the-knee boots (similar here or here) to keep my feet warm! Adding a fur clutch or bag is one of the absolutely chic ways to elevate any look for fall and winter. Moreover, it instantly gives a look "bundled-up" vibe.
These WANG sunglasses actually came with two removable straps printed 'WANG' in black and white. I thought I should try them with the strap and kind of liked it, especially in this look. It empathizes the street and sporty feel, which is why I added a baseball cap instead of a beanie.

Which look is your favorite, WHITE WANG or BLACK WANG?
Here's wishing you a fabulous kick off to the new week, dolls! ♥

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Grid Over White Out

Photographed by Benjamin Widdowson // Alley Near Dotty + Associates

RETRO SUNGLASSES (Similar Here or Here):  Free People

GRID PRINT SHIRT (Similar Here or Here): Forever 21

ORIGAMI SKORT & POINTY PUMPS (Similar Here or Here) : ZARA

DROP EARRINGS: Charming Charlie

TOTE BAG: JustFab

NECKLACE: From My MOM

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Hi LOVEs!

It's finally the weekend! I hope you have made fun plans!

I beleive that you have seen a lot of previous looks that feature "ALL-WHITE" over the last few months, and yes the strenth of that awesome ensemble has never diminished for me. It actually gets greater and greater. And here you go, another one again. I think all-white looks are definitely the new black, but this time I added a little twists into it: Wearing the grid print shirt.

I haven't worn a shirt for a long time, and now the weather is shifting to more chilled temperature. It's time to cover up with your favorite shirt and be ready to rock in the fall. I got this cool shirt last year from 

Forever 21

, and it didn't take any time at al to fall in love with it. I think you know why. Of course I like a plain shirt, and this shirt is more like something else. It's a versatile piece, and as the weather gets colder, I love layering it with a bright sweater. Once you put it on, you instantly have a playful look. I actually styled up with a plain white shirt first, but I felt like it was missing something. Then, I changed it into this grid print shirt, and boom! It got me to the next level of a 'white-out' ensemble.

I kept the white and black hue going by wearing my favorite black sunglasses and white pointy pumps as well as drop earring with some gold jewelry, which I am currently in love with over silver accessories. To make the look pop, I accessorized myself by adding a red lipstick as a final touch.

I am so thrilled to welcome fall soon and the enjoyment that comes with wearing layers and rocking my adoring boot collections!! I am debating whether to buy a pair of knee-high boots already! What do ya think? My brain is totally filled with tons of fall inspirations of what I will be wearing these coming months!! Are you guys ready?

Thank you so much for using your time to read my blog! Hopefully I can entertain you through my "unique" looks and that will be enough to support and follow

AikA's Love Closet

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Floral in Spring Colors

 Photographed by Justin Swain

RED OVERSIZED COAT: Thrifted
PINK SWEATER TOP (similar HERE): H&M
FLORA PRINT SHIRT: Forever 21
PURUPLE COLLEEN PANTS: c/o ZAMRIE
CROSS-BODY BAG: JustFab.com
FLORAL STATEMENT NECKLACE: Buffalo Exchange
FLOWER EARRINGS: Japan
CAT EYE SUNGLASSES (similar HERE) & WATCH: ALDO
BRACELET: Charming Charlie
RINGS: ALDO, Urban Outfitters, H&M


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Hi LOVEs!!! Happy weekends! :)

Here in Seattle, we finally have amazingly beautiful weather that makes us feel like "spring is just around the corner!!" While I love winter's snow, bundling up with layers and layers, and wrapping in blankets,  I also love the colors of spring, feeling the summer sunshine, and waking up with the beautiful sunlight. Compared to Japanese weather during spring and summer, Seattle is just insanely AMAZING... To me it's breathtaking.... The clear blue sky continuously spreads out so beautifully, the winds are so fresh and clear, and I can literally "smell' the summer breeze... Ummmmm picturing them in my head is just as thrilling, and I can't wait for that!!!

Today's outfit is all about the spring colors! How lovely are these floral purple pants? They are from ZAMRIE, who has launched a brand new website along with a brand new collection for 2014! I teamed up with them to showcase their collection and I picked these fabulous pants! Not only are the colors are great for spring, they are also really comfortable fitting. Because of my height, I am not a big fan of a wide-length pant, yet these are surprisingly good for petite people with platform shoes! So if you have been looking for perfect wide pants for spring and summer and haven't spotted them yet, these are what you should go for! It's also available in two different colors: Peach & Blue.
The brand creator, Ashley Zygmunt, decided to introduce a season-less approach to design and abandon the status quo "SS/FW" norm. She wants women to experiment with new fashion finds without discarding staid classics and have the flexibility to wear them year round.
I really appreciate her will because these pants are definitely wearable for girls of  any height, like I mentioned earlier and proved by how I styled them as a petite. They absolutely could be worn during the fall and winter time with knits and layers for outerwear!!

Besides the spring colors, floral prints are also big trend for SS. So I wanted to mix up more floral items to nicely go with the pants. I decided to team with a bright pink top and flower print shirt underneath. Then I picked my new statement crystal flower motif necklace that I got from Buffalo Exchange and a pair of pretty flower earrings as if they are matching pieces. It was still chilly without a jacket or coat so I threw on a brilliant red colored coat (It was only$4 at a thrift store, btw! What a score!) to add extra color hues. I haven't worn color-blocking outfits in a long time, and I really love how I achieved it with my spring-inspired look. This black cross-body bag is my current favorite of all my bag collections. I found it at JustFab.com, and it's perfect for any occasion. Plus, you can use it in multiple ways - obviously as a cross-body bag, a shoulder bag, a handbag by taking off the strap, and a clutch. I love a bag with an affordable price, that doesn't look cheap or poor quality, and can be enjoyed because of its versatility!

I am totally obsessed with floral print trend. It's pretty and feminine, so you can never go wrong with floral!  You will be seeing me a lot in the trend this spring and summer, so hopefully you can get some inspiration from whatever I wear as I show you how you can rock the trend!

Have a wonderful and stylish weekend sweeties! ♥

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SEE Eyewear Grand Opening Party!!!!

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Hi LOVEs!
About two weeks ago, I was so lucky to be invited to celebrate a launch party of a fabulous & stylish eyewear company called SEE Eyewear, voted "Best Eyewear" in several major publications. It officially opened in Downtown Seattle. I am a girl who finds a lot of excitement in collecting fashionable sunglasses and lovely glasses. Now that I can shop for amazingly cool, stylish, and innovative eyewear in person, this store open is quite exciting for me. I was always looking for a high-quality, fashion-forward, and one-of-a-kind eyewear store with decent price ranges in Seattle, and I finally found the BEST place for myself whose style is unique and versatile. 

With an innovative retailing concept and sleek store design, the SEE boutique offers a fresh outlook on eyewear. "we set out to develop a gouge free environment for people who appreciate trendy luxury eyewear without the ridiculously absurd price tag. By sourcing SEE's exclusive collection directly from the world's foremost designers, SEE is able to bring true value to the customer, thus SEE's slogan, "Hip withouht the Rip."
SEE has been featured in Vogue, InStyle, GQ, Marie Claire, Elle, WWD and countless others both nationally and internationally. 

I was totally blown away by the versatility of their products, and I couldn't stop trying them on. I kept finding awesome frames all over the shop. The store is very sleek with huge storefront window that lets a lot of light inside. The vintage pictures are beautifully decorated on the wall, and the sales reps are super lovely and inviting! Each frame is absolutely bad-ass and inspiring such that you can totally upgrade your style by simply putting them on.
Of all their wonderful collections at the store, my top collection was the Mondo frames. I've seen him on Project Runway, and I really admire his uniqueness. His collection is just WOW, and I wanna give him kudos for making a collection that totally reflects his characteristic style. The collection carries a lot of variety of designs from chic to rock. As a blogger who strives for  uniqueness and versatility of styles, there is no freaking way that I couldn't fall in love with his collection as well as this store. They rank as one of my top fashion stores in Seattle now!
The found/CEO, Richard Golden, is such an amazing and cheerful guy, and I was having a fun light conversation during the party. I took a few selfies with him and we both looked so stylish in SEE glasses! lol
If you haven't yet, please checked them out because I can guarantee that you will definitely enjoy the store as much as I do!

I really can't wait to go back again and shop their awesome pieces using my gift cards! You see, I won their Instagram contest for a free pair of frames yesterday!! Woo-hoo!!!!! 

SEE Eyewhere | www.seeeyewear.com
1429 Fifth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101

Hours:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 11-7
Thurs & Sat: 10 -7
Sunday: 12 - 5 

Please check more photos HERE | HERE | HERE

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Galaxy and Patent Leather

GALAXY PRINT BOMBER JACKET: H&M
CROP TOP & PATENT LEATHER PENCIL SKIT with SLIT: River Island via ASOS
NECKLACE & PUMPS WITH LEOPARD DETAILS: Charlotte Russe
WATCH: ASOS
BRACELETS: Forever 21, H&M
RINGS: H&M  |  DOUBLE RINGS WITH CHAIN: Urban Outfitters
ROUND SUNGLASSES: ALDO
MINI BAG: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

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It's been forever since I last wore an ALL BLACK outfit, but it always ends up with me loving it so much! If you follow me on my Instagram, you may have noticed that lately I am super obsessed with pencil skirts, so I bought this patent-front slip pencil skirt from ASOS a week ago or so. My size was sold out but I got it anyway... And I am soooo in love with it, and I managed to wear it even though it's a bit big on me!! <3

When I tried the skirt on, immediately the idea of this outfit came to mind.
Since the skirt brand is River Island, I styled it up with a River Island crop top as well. Then, I mixed it in gold accessories because the combination of black and gold is always a perfect match. I intentionally paired my necklace with my pumps because they both have cool leopard details! It's hard to see, but the watch has leopard details, too!

Recently Seattle's weather has changed into chilly fall weather, so I layered the outfit with this AWESOME galaxy bomber jacket I picked up from H&M last year. This jacket can make a statement all by itself, and I like how it adds some pizazz to the ensemble.

Although it is not like summer anymore, I always love having sunglasses in my purse. Putting on a pair of sunglasses is akin to wearing earrings and necklaces; I feel like it completes the outfit by adding them. So whenever I happen upon some awesome sunglasses that really catch my eye, I can't resist buying them. These round glasses from ALDO are one of my current favorites!!!

Also, perhaps you've noticed this cute mini cross-body bag on womens' arms around town? It's from "3.1 phillip Lim for Target" collection! I was super lucky to get this because it was the last one when I bought it! I am really glad to have it now because it can adapt to any kind of style! Come to think of it, I've been using this bag several days in a row now! haha  What piece did you guys get from the collection?

Hope you like/love today's look and consider it as a suggestion of how you can style up a pencil skirt! <3 

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Sweetness and Camouflage

 Photographed by Justin Swain 

CROP TOP - Let's Get Twisted Crop Top: TOBI

CAMO PRINT SKIRT - Camo Print Cotton Mini Skirt: C/O Charlotte Russe
MIRRORED ROUND SUNGLSSES - Goodnight Moon Sunglasses: Free People
BABY PINK DOLMAN CARDIGAN: Bebe
EARRINGS & BRACELETS: H&M
GOLD CUFF: Forever 21
WATCH: ALDO
WHITE SANDALS - CHAFSIYA: ALDO

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Hi LOVEly readers! It's been a while huh? I am very sorry! I took an awesome trip to LA and Las Vegas for a few days last week! It's been almost 3 years since I last visited LA, and it was my first time to go to Vegas!!!! I had a very memorable and enjoyable trip! I met up for the first time with a few sweet girls from IG (btw, follow my IG @aikaslovecloset, if you haven't yet!), and I was finally able to visit my friend's store in LA, called Moods of Norway!!!! I hope to write a future blog about this adventure because I'd like to share my awesome trip with you! :) 

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This look is DEFINITELY one of my favorites from this summer's looks! This camo print skirt is one of the pleasant pieces that I received in my recent Charlotte Russe care package, and I just fell in love with this skirt. How could I not? Camo prints are still hot right now, and I really love how cute this skirt is!!!! I might have bought camo print pants or tops, but I never thought of a skirt! Camo prints tend to create more of an edgy or funky vibe, but this skirt doesn't lose its sweet and endearing style! So, I decided to style it up with a lovely crop top and a baby pink cardigan to accentuate the sweetness even more. I believe that this outfit looks great with OR without the cardigan! As I found out before in my precious other camo look, the combination of red with camo prints is such a great match. Without a doubt, this crop top and camo skirt  go perfectly together!  

To top if off, I mixed it up with studded detail sandals from ALDO (I love them so much!), black folded clutch, and the round mirrored sunglasses from Free People. By adding these three items, I toned things down and infused a touch of sassy without taking away from the overall sweetness of the outfit. 

You can still get this camo skirt at the Charlotte Russe online store!
Now you can buy it at $4.49; original price was $10.99! What a deal!!!!
Don't miss it! You'll love it! 

Thank you very much for the awesome camo skirt, CR!!!! I am in love with it so much! <3

Hope you like/love this sweet camo look! 

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Monochromatic Diamond Plaid

 Photographed by Justin Swain

BLACK WHITE DIAMOND PLAID DRESS (similar here) : SheInside

CHANDELIER EARRINGS: Urban Outfitters

MISS BROOKS SUNGLASSES: Free People

GOLD CHAIN WHITE HANDBAG: Japan

RINGS: Forever 21

LACE-UP HEELS: Windsor

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As you have seen from a lot of bloggers and celebrity looks, monochrome styles are definitely one of the popular trends this season. 

When I found this dress, I thought this would be a perfect eye-catchy yet unique item I should try... What a pleasant surprise to see how successfully it turned out! I certainly love this look!!!!!  Not only does it all come together really well, it really has a very elegant and sophisticated feel about it. Despite being monochrome (which sometimes runs the risk of being boring), today's look has a fun and playful aspect thanks to the dress' design and the cut out lace-up heels. 

I really adore the statement that the necklace and crystal earrings make. 

The necklace is a very versatile piece since it can go well with a casual style all the way to a dressy style like today's look. 

Chunky, big, and bold earrings are a must-have item for this summer and fall. Adding fabulous jewelry can instantly refine your outfit and make your face shine! 

Hope you like/love my monochromatic look <3 

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80's Double Neon

 Photographed by Robin Osgood

NEON TOP: Nordstrom Rack

NEON SKIRT, DISCO BALL EARRINGS, ROUND BAG(similar here), SPIKED BRACELET: H&M

NECKLACE: EXPRESS

BELT: Japan

WATCH: ASOS

BOW HAIR CLIP: American Apparel

CLEAR HEEL LACE-UP BOOTS(similar here): Chalotte Russe

WHITE FRAME SUNGLASSES(similar here): Forever 21

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Ever since neon has become a trendy color motif, I've been totally fascinated with it...
Once you add some neon to your regular look, you can create a totally different style out of it, and all of a sudden you are on trend. On top of that, neon is such an energetic color filled with vitality that it lends it energy to me, and makes me happier whenever I wear it! I really appreciate its strong but fun he...

With the in mind, I decided to combine two neon colors in different textures for today's outfit. I absolutely love how fun and pretty the look came together because I had reservations about how well combining two strong in a single outfit might turn out.
The outfit is definitely stand-out, but it has a playful, retro look to it! I love that this look has an 80's touch, which I've never attempted to achieve previously. I believe that the white framed sunglasses, disco ball earrings, hologram round bag, and clear heel lace-up booties are the pieces really create that 80's vibe.

Beyond clothing, I really love collecting hair accessories, and this bow hair clip from American Apparel has been one of my most favorites in my collection. Why? My answer is pretty obvious! It's amazingly cute and versatile while staying simple! In a previous post, I styled it up differently. For this look, after I made a messy bun, I just clipped it on the side. It's a super effortless way to form a lovely hairstyle when you think your hair needs something extra!

Hope you like/love my neon look!
What's your favorite look that combines a neon color? 

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Striped Shirt Ⅲ ~Snazzy 90's~

 STRIPED SHIRT: Forever 21
NEON SKY-BLUE TULIP SKIT: H&M
SILVER LEAF EARRINGS & OFF-GOLD PUMPS: ALDO
ROUNDED RING: Charlotte Russe
INITIAL WATCH: Nordstrom
BLACK MISS BROOKS SUNGLASSES (Also available in PEACH & GREEN): Free People (HERE)

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Hi lovely readers!
I hope you guys have enjoyed the last two striped shirt looks showcased on my blog previously! Today's is the last one in the series, and it is still hard for me to chose which look is my favorite... Can you? lol

Well, there is definitely one thing I can confidently say, though:
 "Striped items are very fun to style up and super trendy. 
On top of that, they make absolutely versatile piece as well!!!" 

This time around, I tried to achieve a modern 90's formal look. I paired the shirt up with a neon sky-blue tulip skirt because you need a dash of conspicuous color to pull off a 90's vibe. Then, I tucked the shirt in so that it adds that air of sophistication. To enhance the look further, I mixed up with some ankle socks (Actually these socks are knee-length, but I pushed them down to the ankle.) and wore a pair of refined off-gold pumps.
If you have rounded sunglasses, simply put them on to make a easy 90's or retro look! You see from the photos that when I am wearing my BLACK MISS BROOKS SUNGLASSES from Free People, it totally completes my 90's outfit. Don't you agree?
When it came to styling my hair, I slightly curled it (including my bangs) and brought it to the side. Then I covered the hair tie by winding with a small bundle of my hair around it.

I completely DIG these sunglasses because I looooooooooove over-sized sunnies. There are so many varieties in Japan, but not so many in here in Seattle unfortunately... The roundness of these sunglasses really complements my face since I consider myself to have a pretty large face, and they really help my face to appear smaller (which is very important to me!) I also think that hese types of sunglasses can fit any type of faces, so I should say these are a MUST-HAVE!

Hopefully, you've enjoyed ALL three striped shirt looks (The first look HERE & the second look HERE), and please comment below to tell me which one of the 3 is your favorite! :)

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