In a nutshell

Better late than never right?! I've been neglecting this blog and tbh it is kind of weird to be back, BUT I'M BACK! I miss just vomiting out random thoughts and writing out my feelings that don't make sense. Really trying to divert this blog from purely style to more of a personal diary, and document my growth as an individual. So much, and I mean so much, has happened since I last posted on here.

Here are some of the big moments that happened in the meantime:

1. Joined a fraternity.

2. Celebrated my birthday, Christmas, and New Years with my best friend and family in Taiwan.

3. Went to Philly for the first time and had a philly cheese steak while I was there.

4. Saw Kygo in concert.

5. Saw Chance the Rapper perform.

6. Saw Lana in concert.

7. Started my first official internship, two actually, IN NYC!

8. Went to the Sesame Street set for the first time and met Elmo and Cookie Monster in person.

9. Went to my first Mermaid Parade in Coney Island.

10. Met someone that I really really like hehe.

There you go! Some updates in my life and so far, life is good! I am living in New York City for the summer for two internships that I am doing, and it is everything I've dreamed of. I have been dreaming about living in the big apple since I was little, and now I am finally here. It's kind of depressing actually living in the city because at the end of the night, you are alone in your apartment eating shitty Chinese takeout watching some romantic chick flick (literally sipping wine watching The Good Guy atm). But you know what, I feel accomplished, alive, and a grownup. Waking up every morning and going to work makes me feel like I am doing something with my life and that I am working toward my goals. There are so many things I want to do with my life and so many places I want to go. Hopefully I can document all of that with this blog and keep asking myself the question: "When was the last time you did something for the first time?" I think it is extremely important to ask questions like this constantly because you can only further yourself by trying new things.

UC Santa Barbara

Pismo Beach, CA

West Village, Downtown Manhattan

Coney Island, Brooklyn

Sesame Street Internship

Love Always,

Eric

We don't sleep when the sun goes down ☾

I feel like Aladdin lol

This outfit is kind of ridiculously weird, but I actually really like it LOL. It is the perfect summer outfit for a casual day out or for going to the beach. The graphic tank is very on trend for the summer and gives off a very California-esque vibe. The turban was a last minute add-on, and I'm glad I incorporated it into this outfit. I like to put my own unique twist on something that is generally ordinary and simple. It's weird to realize that I have had this blog for almost 5 months now. That may not be a long time to some people, but for me, the 5 months I have dedicated to this blog has been a truly refreshing and rewarding experience. Being able to connect with others who share common interests with me through fashion and my personal style has been a pleasure. So thank you guys so much for supporting and reading!
Make sure to take a minute to go to my Lookbook page and fan me/ hype my looks!
Though the summer is about to come to an end, remember never let the positive vibes end and be sure to carry them on with you to wherever you will go.

Love always,
Eric

Outfit Details

Top: c/o PacSun

Flannel: Express

Jeans: thrifted

Turban: DIY

Palm Trees and Sunset Blvd

Hey guys! I hope summer is treating everyone well so far because I am definitely enjoying the sun. Having been in L.A. for the past few days, I have been so inspired by the artistic aura this city oozes. I also hiked up a trial that overlooked the whole city, located right behind the famous HOLLYWOOD sign!

After our hike, we stopped by MILK to get some ice cream because the heat was actually unbearable. The line was extremely long, but the ice cream was definitely worth the wait!

 The Blu Jam Cafe is located on Melrose Avenue, where you can shop at a lot of vintage thrift stores and other interesting things like that! The graffiti along the streets of Melrose were also very refreshing.

 This was my first time eating at the Boiling Crab! I can't believe I waited this long to try it, but I am so glad I did because I am absolutely in love with that place! Since the long was extremely long as always, we decided to get take-out, which was a much faster alternative. We watched a movie and just relaxed at home after being out all day.

L.A. is definitely the city of hopes and ambition, a place where dreamers gather to achieve their goals. It gives off such a different vibe from NorCal and it is just really nice to switch it up sometimes and experience something new. This makes me wonder whether I will be able to adapt to New York, where everything and everyone is much more fast-paced than it is here in California. I just think that it is time for me to stand on my own and explore. I came across a quote from a book I have been reading, and it was "Be a traveler, not a tourist." I hope to accomplish my goal of backpacking in Europe soon! I'm excited for what the future holds for me :) L.A, I will be back!