EVER DREAMED ABOUT GOING TO NYFW? I was ecstatic when I received an email from Fashiolista stating I was chosen as one of the 30 up and coming bloggers in the running for a chance to attend NYFW! I could not believe that I was chosen as a contestant! I am running against some of my favorite bloggers with enormous followings so it is such an...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! I hope everyone enjoyed their Christmas and/or Boxing Day! When I think about this particular holiday, I always imagine snow that would allow me to build snowmen or make snow angels, the aroma of a real pine tree sitting in the living room, kids caroling door to door with multiple layers of clothing, the thrill of making gingerbread houses/men, singing along...

Even though I love the year-round warm weather in California, I crave changing seasons. Watching the snow collect on the ground during winter, seeing the flowers bloom during spring, seeing the leaves change at the first glimpse of autumn but not so much of the melting during those humid summers. I've been dancing around the idea of moving to New York City since...

Sleep, sleep and more sleep! I'm so happy I can sleep in during winter break... though my idea of sleeping in is waking up at 9 AM. It's been one full week of break and I've already been back and forth from San Diego to Orange County twice! The drive past the San Onofre plants to Camp Pendleton is quite a drag and...

SLIGHT HEAT WAVE. Even though it is the middle of December, California is experiencing a slight increase in temperature! I know that Christmas is in ten days however, this year just seems different - not just due to the weather. I'm not getting the same holiday feel as I did in previous years... Maybe it's because I have quarantined myself in my room......

I cannot believe I'm officially done with my first quarter of Pharmacy School! I must say that I procrastinated / crammed like a mad woman the week before finals. I ended up studying for some classes just 1 or 2 days before the actual exam - I really don't recommend it since it involves lots of late nights and heightened anxiety levels. Anyways,...

A TRIP TO NEW YORK along with a photo shoot for... wait for it... BLOOMINGDALE'S?!?! That's right. In early September, I was fortunate enough to fly to New York and participate in what I would call a once in a life time opportunity. I flew in the day before the shoot and I quickly adapted to the time zone - no jet lag...

How do you guys feel about the 90's making an epic comeback this season? I remember collecting a bunch of chokers in elementary and middle school but they were more on the bohemian side since they were in desert shades and beaded. I am pro-choker but a little bit indifferent about velvet.  When I received this velvet cami from Banana Republic, I was...

Anyways, my mom and I went out for lunch yesterday and this is the outfit I wore! My mom made the dress featured in this post and I received so many compliments! Don't forget to follow me on instagram/twitter @adriennenguyenn ...

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Are you guys excited? I wanted to find some autumn inspired accents for my room but each time I enter a home decor store, I am bombarded with Christmas shenanigans. Don't get me wrong though. Christmas is a lovely holiday that I both celebrate and enjoy but I wanted to find some rustic decorations that could serve...

PATTERN OF THE SEASON :: TARTAN. This criss -cross pattern of alternating band size seems to endure the test of time. It is extremely versatile in the sense that anyone can pull off this plaid pattern from those who love the 90's grunge trend to girls in their school uniforms. These Oxblood Tartan pants from ZARA exude a sense of rebellion while maintaining...

I finished all my midterms last week and took my first final yesterday! I honestly cannot believe how fast this quarter is going - looking back at my workload and weekly schedule, I have no idea how I managed everything. Comparing my situation as a pharmacy student compared to my undergraduate years is a bit disheartening. When I was an undergrad, I thought...

ON THE RUN in an attempt to make it to work promptly. My tendency to arrive "fashionably-late" to practically everything developed during my freshman year in high school. Although I am altering certain things to make myself punctual, choosing my attire drains a significant amount of time. I can clearly recall the time when I was able to sit down, enjoy my breakfast...

JACK O' LANTERN. Oh, how I miss carving pumpkins in Elementary school as class projects! I'm glad kids still get to enjoy the "art" of carving today! Although the place I went to did not have a large selection of pumpkins, it was extremely kid friendly! Kids were running all over the place however, the adults were gravitating toward the shady areas to...

I've been M.I.A. lately since school and life have been taking up a lot of my time. I still have a ton of outfit pictures to post but I no longer have the luxury of time to sit down to filter and edit my pictures.   I just finished my 5th week of school and survived this past week with the least amount...

SUBCONSCIOUS BELIEF that I should begin telling my story through text and photographs on my blog. I was once accustomed to documenting every miniscule detail of my life in countless journals until I began college. Though I had many reasons that led to the termination of jotting my daily thoughts onto paper, I suddenly feel the urge to write again...When I began pursuing...

Neoprene, neoprene, neoprene! This is the first neoprene item in my closet and I adore the fit - I love how it "poofs" out in all the right places. Plus, it's extremely lightweight! I kept this outfit simple by pairing this dress with black accessories (3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli and Baldinini Heels). As a side note, it has been quite some time since...

 TRANSITIONING TO AUTUMN WEATHER which means the holiday season is looming amongst us. Pumpkins of all shapes and colors, potpourri pine-cones emitting a spicy cinnamon aroma, foiled chocolate bars and scarecrows producing their best grin can be found in every market. The thrill of finding or creating the perfect costume to impersonate someone, or thing, you love or aspire to be is enticing....

With the increasing number of shopping apps on the market, it's hard to know which ones are safe, user friendly and let's face it... many do not have the best selection of clothing. If you guys want to find trendy and current items at affordable prices, check out Mallzee's revamped personal shopping app. Download it HERE - it's free! My favorite brands on...

European aesthetic at Old World Village in Huntington Beach, CA. ...

SOMBER OCTOBER BREEZE dissipating over Orange County. Even though Autumn recently began, this cold air is moving over Southern California rapidly. Afternoons are still terribly humid however, coats are definitely a must for evening outings or classes. Autumn brings about my favorite weather which is perfect for dressing up! I love gloomy, rainy days and it feels more magical with the holiday season...

When I visit various other blogs, I develop a sense of distaste if it is not regularly updated, the composition is poor or the website itself is not appealing. In no way am I stating that my blog is top tier with excellent photography or page design but I was getting quite bored with my "usual" outfit shoot locations. After passing by my...

Hello everyone! I just finished orientation at UCSD and yesterday was my first official day of school! Looking at my course schedule is a bit overwhelming but I am beyond ecstatic to be a full time student again! There are multiple potential outfit post locations around campus so you might see some UCSD backgrounds in the future! Onwards to fashion: Banana Republic generously...

THE UNEXPLAINABLE CHARM of New York City has an enormous hold over me. Immersing myself into the culture, people and stores gave me better insight toward the fast paced life in the city. For those who have been reading my blog, I went to New York in collaboration with Bloomingdales x Free People and it was an unforgettable experience. I do not have...

MODERN HIPPIE. What Southern Californian girl would I be if I didn't include a picture of the beach on my blog?! It would be nice to take pictures on the beach during the peak of summer but the it was just too sunny and there were just too many people. Of course, I chose to go to the beach when it was sprinkling!...