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A Day in Black and White

March 1, 2013
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A Day in Black and White

Often, an image is planted in the head… an image of me in an outfit… sometimes it’s very specific, sometimes nebulous. The former was the case this time, though the black tights didn’t come into the equation until last minute when I realized how chilly it was. On that note, what I noticed on my trip to California this time around is how difficult it is to dress weather-appropriately. As nonsensical as that sounds, California sun can be deceiving, making you think that it’s warmer than it actually is. It’s different from the winter chill in Seoul- at least in Seoul, I know it’s freezing and can dress accordingly. In LA, the bright sunlight and the peaceful sky make you believe that it’s summer all year long- the minute you enter your car, you feel the unbearable heat that makes it impossible to drive without the A/C on no matter...

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Seven Grand

February 26, 2012
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Seven Grand

“There is definitely a bookish, masculine vibe to the place… the kind of joint you’d find in Fitzgerald, Hemingway or Miller (Henry, not Arthur)… a great place to drink bourbon, puff on a cigar and pretend to be in an imaginary boys club. Even if you’re a girl.” – LA WEEKLY “Boys Club” is probably the most accurate way to describe this place, though all I had was a glass of ice water in place of a cigar and scotch. Great music & art, funky crowd, and lots of heads…

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City of Angels

December 18, 2010
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City of Angels

I am so excited about next week I’m having a hard time sitting still. hohoho 겨울은 제가 가장 좋아하는 계절이랍니다. 추운 날씨가 좋아서라기 보다 참 단순하게도 크리스마스와 제 생일이 있기 때문이죠~ ^^ Every time I get in the car, Christmas music is playing, and everywhere I go, I see green and red lights just the way I like it. It is indeed a joyful season and I can’t thank God enough for everything he’s blessed me with this year. 어릴때부터 크리스마스의 의미도 모르면서 얼마나 방방뛰며 좋아라했었는지… 아버지가 25일 아침이 되면 머리맡에 커다란 선물을 놓아주시곤 했거든요. 이브가 생일인 저는 항상 남들 두번받는 선물을 한번에 정리하는 아픔이 있음에도 불구하고 12/20 부터 1/1까지를 너무 너무 좋아한답니다. 그래서인지 신이 나서 잠도 않올 정도죠.ㅋㅋ Yes, it is true that this year has been the most difficult year for me and the family but in the midst of the hardships, I know God was working....

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Making a Difference One Life at a Time

November 16, 2010
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Making a Difference One Life at a Time

Call it ambitious, but we dared to make a difference by taking small steps (perhaps not so small in this case) by holding a charity event which turned out to be a success thanks to all the helping hands. Here is a brief photographic recap of the event last Saturday: the venue beautiful jewelry by Sil two artistically gifted ladies: Jessica Kim, graphic designer & Julie Kim, jewelry designer partner in crime getting ready for the big event Shop to make a difference! My cousin who is a creative genius and her little one. I couldn’t have pulled it off without her help. Thanks for everything! My little sister who managed the merchandise display. Another key person who made the event possible. Seriously, without her, it would have been a disaster. Thank you! :D the grand entrance… lol Bool makes the best tacos, period. try their Spicy Pork Tacos!...

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Love is all you need.

November 13, 2010
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Love is all you need.

As some of you know, tomorrow is the day! My friends and I are holding a charity event in Korea Town tomorrow at the Madang Courtyard at CGV Cinema starting at 11AM. A percentage of proceeds from the sale of the Tomimito products will go to Rainbow Family Women and Children Shelter in Pasadena, which is a 12-month residential rehabilitation program providing restoration for abused women and children. There will be a raffle drawing, tacos by my favorite taco truck, a free makeup session by ROSEinthePARK, a live DJ along with a live singing performance, but more importantly, a shopping extravaganza featuring handmade jewelry, vintage clothing, and leopard print stuff and more by Tomimito! Have fun while doing good! If you haven’t heard, we were in today’s paper: Ok, I know I look hideous but it’s the thought that counts, or the cause that counts, not the way I...

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Art & Taco

October 24, 2010
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Art & Taco

visited art studios in Santa Monica, thanks to Bool BBQ Truck (btw they make the most amazing beef tacos!) a pleasantly surprising discovery which rekindled my interest in fine art 18th Street Art Center: 1639 18th Street, Santa Monica Red cotton tights & Gray wool leg warmers from H&M

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When Art Met Fashion

October 12, 2010
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When Art Met Fashion

“It is so nice when you can sit with someone and not have to talk.” – from When Harry Met Sally Attended a charity event consisting of live paintings, art/photography exhibitions and a fashion show which turned out to be an interesting combination. Really liked the outdoor venue at J Lounge. The model with the cool hair My girl Lina- please check out her website Amused.. ‘Woah, He gotz skillz!’ Thanks to the Blended Group for customized T-Shirts! Artist Jason Lee- His works reminded me of Lichtenstein, a popular American Pop Artist (one of my favorites). What’s most impressive about him is that the only tool he uses is a black marker. That’s what I call a talent. Playing with magic bracelets that gave us a VIP treatment I don’t know if you can tell but I learned that I actually lost weight over the 3-4 months that I...

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Hatfield’s: a Gastronomic Expedition

October 12, 2010
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Hatfield’s: a Gastronomic Expedition

Situated on a quieter side of Melrose, Hatfield’s is one of the 10 best restaurants in America 2010 by Bon Appetit. Every dish is impeccably executed both presentation and taste wise- a must try! Can’t remember the exact name but it had cous cous and crab meat. I liked.. not only because it was on the house but it was just so precious. Croque Madame: Yellowtail sashimi, prosciutto, quail egg, grilled brioche. Perhaps my expectation was too high but I honestly wasn’t too impressed with this. I’m just not so sure about the sashimi+bread combo. I’ll stick with the traditional french toast. Squid Ink Garganelle: Dungeness crab, English peas, Lobster butter- as strange as it looks, this dish was one of my favorites. The chewiness of the pasta was flawless and it was so flavorful I could almost smell the ocean. Chocolate tarte with smoked vanilla bean ice cream...

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Exit Strategy

October 11, 2010
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Exit Strategy

Melrose can present quite a mysterious, if not strange shopping experience. Not only will you find unusually provocative outfits or boutique owners dressed in Halloween costumes in the middle of summer, you immediately become a target the minute you walk into a store. You are basically trapped unless you come up with a strategic plan to escape. Such was the case for me at a shoe store that I decided to stop by on a whim. The guy wouldn’t leave me alone even for a minute. He kept asking questions and following me around. I eventually had to tell him that I was looking for a specific design that they didn’t carry but he still wouldn’t stop. *sigh* By the time I walked out, he seemed upset and didn’t even say the usual “thank you” or “bye”… I just don’t understand how people expect to do business without a...

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