TRANSPARENCY

wearing: BDG tank top, Derek Cardigan frames from Coastal Glasses

Onto newer and clearer things, my new Derek Cardigan frames came in from Coastal Glasses. If you know me, you know that I'm practically blind -- like actually blind as a bat, I can't see sheeeeeep kind of blind (if you get that reference, I love you)! I started wearing glasses in the fourth grade and kids would always make fun of them so naturally I grew to hate them. I never felt like myself in them; I got contacts the first chance I could and never looked back. I rarely, if ever, wear glasses in public. 

But recently, I've been coming into myself -- I have been making adjustments to parts of me that I never particularly liked. Like my nose, I haaaaaaaated my nose for the longest time -- for what feels like ever really. Ever since I got my septum ring, I've been in love with it; that little glimmer of gold has made a big difference in my confidence.

So I got new glasses to do the same, I wanted something I wouldn't be self conscious to wear in public. And these are it. The simplicity, the minimalistic design are exactly what I was looking for. Isn't it funny how we can dress up parts and pieces of ourselves and how that can make all the difference?

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MAKING WORK WEEK WERK: BLAZER & FLATS {DAY 4 OF 5}

wearing: Berkeley tank, Forever 21 flannel, high waisted denim from Crossroads Trading Co.

Okay if you couldn't tell by now, I'm in neither a blazer nor flats. I'm a cheater cheater pumpkin eater. Did you really expect me to get dressed up when I have the luxury of working from my bed? Exactly. 

So I defaulted, I went right back to my nasty old habits; I told you I live in my high waisted shorts. It's funny, those Guess shorts I found for $7 my freshmen year (as seen here, here & here), the ones that abused and loved to pieces, ripped right below my right cheek last weekend -- It's the end of an era. But thankfully, I found this pair at Crossroads and I hope they'll last just as long, if not longer. It seems that I make the best memories when I'm in cut offs, figures.

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MAKING WORK WEEK WERK: BLAZER & FLATS {DAY 3 OF 5}

wearing: gifted LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's {similar}, Report d'orsay bow flats from Macys {similar}, Zara dress from Crossroads Trading Co., Opening Ceremony x Chloe Sevigny sunnies from Poshmark

I spend most of my day in my car; that commute struggle is my biggest struggle, emphasize on the BIGGEST. I can deal with one hour of traffic fine, that's a piece of cake. I was okay with 1.5 hours and was even able to stomach 2 hours of traffic with minimal complaints, but 2.5 hours of bumper-to-bumper can make anyone a little crazy. It has been a looooong day to say the least. The good news is that I get to work from home for the rest of the week so I don't have to deal with all that craziness until Monday morning. This little nugget is beyond thankful.

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MAKING WORK WEEK WERK: BLAZER & FLATS {DAY 2 OF 5}

wearing: gifted LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's {similar}, Report d'orsay bow flats from Macys {similar}, Zara 'simplicity' tee, BDG high waisted black skinnies, Forever 21 sunnies

I have a confession to make...I'm obsessed with Grey's Anatomy. I stayed up way too late because I just HAD to find out what happened to the bomb in the hospital, I mean who could walk away from something like that?!

So I kept things super easy because I was ready to gauge my eyes out when my alarm went off this morning. A knotted tee and high waisted jeans are my go-tos for a semi-put together yet secretly lazy outfit. The blazer is the perfect finishing touch; if you throw a blazer on, it automatically looks like you tried.

Come to think of it, most outfits are lazy outfits: my socks never match, I'd rather wear shorts or skirts over jeans and pants, and if I can get away with not wearing a bra, I will. I'm probably the laziest human being alive. I know that I was a panda in my past life, I can just feel it in my bones.

Check out day 1 below & be sure to see day 3 tomorrow!

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MAKING WORK WEEK WERK: BLAZER & FLATS {DAY 1 OF 5}

wearing: gifted LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's {similar}, starry button up from Seoul {a great summer version here} , BDG ankle grazers, Report d'orsay bow flats from Macys {similar}, Forever 21 sunnies, gifted Anthropologie bracelet

If you know me, you know that I'm as far from office appropriate as a person can possibly be. The checklist that runs through my head when I go shopping goes something like, "Can I wear this without a bra? Is it cropped? Does it cover my butt? Yes? Sweeeet." 

A big reason why I can't do hardcore corporate world is because of this; I like dressing the way I dress and it's hard for me to change that. Luckily for me, I work at a start-up and we emphasize the casual in business casual. 

In an attempt to be savvy with my money since real life costs so damn much (LIKE WHY DOES IT COST SO MUCH TO BE ALIVE?!), I've decided that I'm going to challenge myself to re-wear this blazer -- that was gifted to me from a previous internship -- and these $20 Report flats that I found at Macys for the rest of this work week. Re-wearing is the new black, right? 

Since it's Monday and I worked all day yesterday at my other job, getting up was more difficult than it was getting into these jeans. This was about as much effort as I could summon for the day. So I kept it super simple, with my favorite Alexa Chung-inspired button up and sunnies to cover up those sleep-deprived circles. Completely office appropro, even I was surprised to see myself in jeans when the sun's out. Check back to see how the rest of the week goes!

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POST-GRAD

photos by Brittany Curran

I graduated! The two months of radio silence can be attributed to me trying to get through my last finals week EVER, spending lots and lots of time with my friends, and getting through the craziness that is commencement. Oh and starting a new full-time position. Life is moving pretty damn fast.

Grateful, I truly am, but I'm also a little lost in all of the hustle and bustle. Scared shitless and just trying to focus on the right now and todays, it's been a hard change for someone like me who is obsessed with planning out the future. Still realizing that I'm now a "grown up" and no longer have time for day drinking or netflix binges (during the week days anyways), it's been a tough adjustment. But if those are the biggest troubles in my life than I guess it ain't so bad after all ;)

A big congrats to all of my fellow 2014 graduates! Real life is harsh, ain't it? I finally understand the beauty (and necessity) of happy hour.

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I SEE LDN, I SEE FR

photos taken by Jennie Vu

wearing: LDN top c/o Sammy Dress, thrifted cut offs, white Converse high tops, gifted leather bag, gray Forever 21 sunnies

Yes, you may see London on my shirt (and it's only $7 from Sammy Dress!!!), and we may have seen France on our plates (Café Clem, just go), but thankfully my shorts aren't cheeky enough for you to see my underpants (see what I did there...). Every once in a while you just have to double up on the denims and whites and call it a day. It is okay to break all the rules and just go with it.

And every once in a while you just have to jump on a bus post-brunch and hang out in the Haight like all the cool kids. Spontaneity creates the best memories and decisions apparently. These are the best kinds of days.

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SPORTY SPICE

Wearing: velvet Primark crop top, burgundy Forever 21 skirt, LA Hearts daisy sweater c/o Pacsun, thrifted leather flats, gifted leather bag

Crop tops are literally my favorite things at the moment. They're basically the only things I even pick up when I go shopping nowadays. In neutral colors, they're so easy to match and they're just inappropriate enough for my liking. Also, they're a great motivator for me to hit the gym and werk for those abs. If you want it, you gotta work, bitch. 

P.S. You know why I tied that sweater around my waist? Because panty lines. A clever way to shield your behind, no?

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JUST LIKE CHUNG

{photos by Youri Park}

wearing: F21 blue sweater, thrifted denim button up, BDG ankle skimmers, Kelsi Dagger flats, gifted leather bag

Alexa Chung: I love her, I met her, I fawn overher all day, everyday. It's as if her coolness has the same posh accent that she does, oh how I love it so. One of my biggest style icons, I can't get over how awkwardly put together she is at all times; it's whimsical.

And like, she wears jeans, button ups and sweaters, and, like, I too wear jeans, button ups and sweaters. We're basically sisters from another mister...and mother.

Thus, here's a little tribute to my favorite Chung.

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SUNDAZED

If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter, you know how sun-obsessed I am as of late. I know I should be used to this since I grew up in California, but after spending a few weeks in the snow, I feel blessed to live somewhere where the sun shines almost 365 days a year. So naturally, sunglasses are a big part of my daily life, I never leave home without a pair. I just never know when the sun will shine too bright or when I need to discreetly check out the butt on that cutie getting a mint mojito at Philz.


I've been a huge fan of Warby Parker and they're launching their new Spectrum Sun collection. I already have my eye on a few pairs, to spice up my eye game. I'm kind of a basic bitch, I always resort to black because it matches everything. But everyone needs a little color in their life, right? I'm really into the various tortoise shades since they're fun, yet classic and still matches everything in my closet!


Priced around $95 a pair, you can look stylish without breaking the bank. And, as if Warby Parker isn't amazing enough, every pair you buy, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need.

Check out the collection here and let me know which pairs you're digging!

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HIKING IN $400 BOOTS

wearing: American Apparel shawl & crop button up, F21 black skirt, Jeffrey Campbell for Free People boots via Poshmark

Dating is hard. You never really know what you're getting yourself into. And that's how I ended up climbing up Bernal Heights in the world's most inappropriate hiking outfit. Everyone was decked out in workout attire, and there I was, in my miniskirt and $400 boots (that I only paid 1/4 of retail for! Thanks Poshmark!). Classic Anisa moment.

First dates are funny like that. You make some loose plans, like grabbing coffee or drinks, and see where it goes from there. And sometimes you end up catching the most beautiful sunset overlooking the city you've grown to love so much. And sometimes that date ends up taking your outfit photos for your blog. You never know what will come from a date, you just never know.

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TURN UP, TURNIP

{photos by Janne Rivera}

wearing: Zara "simplicity" tee, DIY'd BDG skinnies, thrifted shoes, gifted leather purse

There are few things better than bottomless mimosas and a sunny San Francisco. I was blessed with both this Saturday, making it one of the best weekends I've had in a while! Catching up with the baddest bish I know, Janne, on everything from post-grad struggles to our shared wanderlust to the usual topics of boys, tattoos and piercings.

We took these AFTER 4 or 5 mimosas...how we were able to keep a straight face and a stable hand baffles me. Afterwards, we thrifted me a pirate costume and then walked 6 blocks to get some crazy good cookies. Crazy laughter and hilarity ensued, like always. There is never a dull moment with this girl. Never. And thank god for that!

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