I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas - even if that meant spending time with loved ones virtually. It's been one hectic year and we all seek comfort in gathering with each other over the holidays but this year was just one where we had to opt out. I'm hoping that this time next year, we'll be able to gather without masks!...

I wore a good deal of skorts as a kid and it just made sense. The ability to pull off that feminine look while preventing any indecent exposure as you're running around. Two birds with one stone, right? Well, as an adult woman in the corporate science world, skorts, unfortunately, do not comply with dress codes. I never thought I would be able...

Everything laid out here is based on my personal experience with navigating receptions at ASHP Midyear 2019 - Las Vegas. With the pandemic continuing its fury, ASHP Midyear 2020 has gone virtual. I was unsure whether or not there would be receptions this year but my friends who are going through the process said that these Zoom sessions are a blast! This post...

When you simply have nothing to wear, a black lace dress may be the perfect choice. Lace is subject to interpretation and I love how it can exude a delicate innocence or a sexy femme fatale persona. I own quite a few articles of clothing with lace fit for all sorts of occasions. I seldom wear body-conscious clothing and I often gravitate towards...

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I gained a couple of pounds since I stuffed my face with pie and cake all weekend long... it's 2020 and I'm getting my Winter body ready 😝! Anyways, even though I live close to the beach, I've been avoiding it like the plague. The lack of social distancing and the rising number of COVID-19...

The pandemic has really changed my spending habits! I typically prefer physically shopping in stores so I can try, touch and see things on myself. Do you ever feel like some things look better on the hanger? 😩Anyways, I cannot recall the last time I was able to peruse clothes in any brick and motor store... it's not like I have anywhere to...

Bonjour mes amis! Comment ça va? It's been quite some time since I've written anything in French but I'm currently trying to improve my accent! What else would you do in a pandemic, right? I can still read and write proficiently but my accent... ce n'est pas très bon. I'm sure most of us have binged watched Emily in Paris by now so I...

I hope you all had a wonderful Halloween! I opted to staying indoors this year because nothing's spookier than the raging pandemic 👻I did not create a costume for Halloween 2020 but I realized that I never documented my prescription bottle costume from 2019! I was in the midst of my APPE community rotation at Walgreens so I thought it would be fitting...

I know it's the end of October but it's still quite warm in Southern California! I had a big trip planned for August - September where I would venture off to the Greek Islands as a gift to myself for obtaining my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from UCSD - Class of 2020, represent! However, with the pandemic roaring on and a travel ban...

Spooky season is here as well as my favorite time of year - the HOLIDAYS! Whenever temperatures start taking a dip, I know that it is finally time to pile on the clothes, stuff my face with food and start decorating the house. Even with all these impending celebrations, 2020 has been a real testament to my perception on life. I started the year...

Looking back at past Ready to Wear shows allows me to see how my style has drastically changed. I used to put a tremendous amount of time and effort into my outfits however, I would say that my style has taken a turn towards the more casual side. I just hate wasting a perfectly good outfit for an uneventful day and to be frank,...

Can you believe summer is over? The sun has been setting much earlier and mornings are gloomy - just the way I like it! Gloomy days conjure up wishful desires of rainy days in Paris, London or New York. For the past few days, many of the interior accounts I am following on Instagram posted bedroom pictures with large windows overlooking a very...

Oh, how the times have changed. Having an in-person interview in 2020 seems like a figment of my imagination. As someone who transitioned from having in-person fellowship interviews in December 2019 to virtual on-sites and job interviews early 2020, I wanted to share some tips on how to be prepared and stand out amongst your competition. ...

Considering everything that's happening this year, I think posting a more casual look is appropriate. If COVID wasn't around, this basic t-shirt and jeans outfit would be perfect for sight-seeing around town! I digress but I do love the feel of this Banana Republic Slub Scoop Neck Tee. I am wearing an XS yet it was roomy enough for me to hide my belly fat as...

I received this cubic zirconia ring from Berricle a few days ago and I was astonished. Unlike other cubic zirconia rings that possess an opaque tint, this ring is able to refract light and produce that blinding rainbow pattern (similar to an authentic diamond ring) from every angle. I must admit that when I first viewed their website, I was afraid that the...

Do you guys miss working in the office? I honestly miss dressing up! I feel like I just roll out of bed and stare at my laptop screen for hours on end. Sure, I take breaks and fit in my daily yoga and cardio while reading articles but I miss human interaction. I'm reposting this old outfit because working from home sure has...

Had this been any other year, this purple ensemble would have made it's way into my work wardrobe. However, 2020 is sure going to be one for the books. Even though the entire country has been in a back and forth tug of war of opening and closing, I honestly feel that I've been presented with many great opportunities for professional growth. For...

Hello again! I thought it would help to include all the questions I was asked during my PPS interviews at ASHP Midyear. Make sure to draft your answers beforehand and rehearse in front of a mirror - I went over my interview etiquette in a previous post and all the same rules apply - check it out here. I rehearsed my answers to the questions...

Cue Nutcracker music! I remember playing this piece and numerous other soundtracks in orchestra... oh, memories. I enjoyed performing each score then (re)watching the movie to pick up all the details *music nerd*! Nevertheless, I came up with this title, SugarPLUM Fairy, because of this adorable cape top! I'm a bit indifferent to purple... I don't own many items in this color scheme...

Oh, how time flies! Midyear was the most intense 96 hours of my life. I definitely did not expect it to get so hectic and packed. There were some things I forgot at home and I wish I found updated blog posts or guidance as to what to bring. Here are some things I brought and WISHED I REMEMBERED! ...

The perpetual state of summer in California is something I take for granted. Working from home definitely has it's perks because I can quite literally roll out of bed stay in bed and look like a hot mess all day. HOWEVER, I'm the type of person who likes to separate my "work life" from "my home life." Granted, the pandemic makes it hard to...

With most summer events cancelled this year, I thought I'd repost this oldie but goodie outfit. As you might be able to see, this dress came with detachable straps. I bent down to sit on the ledge  and one of the straps popped! The dress ended up looking better strapless so it all worked out for the best! I do hope you and...

Do you ever feel like there's just nothing to wear? I often find myself blankly gazing at my closet... not really ideal since I end up running out the door like a maniac. Whilst staring into the depths of my closet, I noticed that I've accumulated a lot of black clothing. This is pretty odd for me since I typically migrate towards vibrant...

Here are my interview prep recommendations: ...

Fashion is a form of art that allows anyone to express themselves without having to say a word. I love experimenting with patterns, fabrics, colors, and mixing high/low pieces together. When I'm in the mood to dress up, my bedroom turns into a hot mess. I know the location of approximately 98% of my clothes but sometimes the outfits I create in my...

Never in my wildest dreams did I believe the world would be impacted by an invisible yet common enemy that disregards age, gender, race and political affiliations. The economic turmoil, the pain and suffering so many have faced in just a couple of months is inconceivable. This virus stripped the Class of 2020's ability to celebrate our biggest achievement to date - obtaining the...

It's always nice to have a sweater on hand for those cool summer nights. I don't know if my fellow Californians can attest to this but I believe the weather is a bit unusual. There is an extreme dichotomy between the scorching heat of the day and the chilly breezes of the evening. Who am I to complain though... I'm thankful I can...

Though it's been raining on and off in Southern California, it is still warm enough to wear skirts without pantyhose! I took advantage of the weather by wearing one of my most coveted items in my closet - my Dolce & Gabbana Tweed Floral Pencil Skirt. I fell in love with this piece the moment I laid my eyes on it. Better yet? If...

Midyear feels like it happened  such a long time ago! I have a tremendous amount of unpublished content and I cannot wait to share all my pictures and tips on the blog! Get ready for numerous posts on interview prep, what to bring, outfits, receptions and anything else associated with the madness of PPS at ASHP Midyear! These posts will be sprinkled throughout...

Your girl is back! This is an ensemble I'd wear to school when the temperature takes a dip. It's a simple, comfortable outfit with a splash of color and prints! You may notice that I'm in Balboa Park, San Diego for these pictures. These were taken quite some time ago as I would not venture to such a crowded area today... It's been...

For those of you following me on instagram, @adriennenguyenn, you may have already seen my black and white post in Wolford's Velvet de Luxe 50 Stay Up Tights. This is my second look paired with these luxury tights and they are worth it. Not only do they stay up on your legs, it's as if you're getting a soft hug! This isn't your typical...

A simple little accessory... along with keeping you warm and toasty, this stole is a versatile piece that can be layered on top of coats, sweaters and anything else that may come to mind. I treated this as if it were a scarf so instead of leaving this stole hanging around my neck, I decided to belt it up! I've been very fond...

A sudden rush of cold air left a lingering chill as winter break reaches its untimely end. Though I prefer warmer temperatures, piling on layers always makes for better outfits. Anyways, one of my favorite pastimes was creating looks that appear much more exuberant and lavish than on the hanger. The Très Chic on my sweater was a bit plain so to create more...