summer time is here again

Peach blazer and green polka dot dress. 

dress, c/o Oasap.com____Blazer, Korea____Bag, my mom's____shoes, Tj Maxx____Watch, Chanel____rings, DIY

SCHOOL'S OUT!!!

I want to do a quick reflection on this past school year. I moved across the country last summer, and was the new girl once again. I remember my first day of school like it was yesterday: my hands were slightly shaking from nerves, I kept thinking of the worst scenarios, and I felt like a fish out of water when I was trying to find my classes in an unfamiliar building. This year was a big change for me, and quite frankly, I hated it at first. All I could think about was my old school and my friends that I missed so much! The first few weeks of school, I was so focused on making as many new friends as possible and making sure I "fit in." But that fake-ness can only go for so long, as it made me really unhappy and even more lost. So as the year went by, I matured a lot and realized it was my attitude that needed to be fixed. Instead of being so negative, I tried to focus on what I do have and what makes me happy. This made me grow into a much more independent person, and I think I truly know who I am and what I stand for. I am now very thankful for this experience. A person can only grow if they are placed outside of their comfort zone! 

Just when I started to get adjusted to my new school, I made the decision to move again this summer. It's kind of hard and long to explain, but basically I am going to college a year early. So again, I will have to pick up where I left off and start over. Well, actually not start over, but it is just another chapter of life! Although I dreaded moving last year, I can't wait to start my own life in college. I am sure that it will take time for me to adapt again, but the experiences I got this past year will help me have a positive attitude about it! Honestly, now that I have moved around so much, I think I would get really bored after living in one place for more than five years. 

Change can be scary and it is definitely harder to take the road less traveled. But if there is one thing this year taught me, it is that change should be embraced because you never know what opportunities lay ahead unless you take a chance!

Thank you all so much for reading, and here's to a summer full of memories!

xo, Dahye

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no such thing as too girly

DIY Flower crown

Blazer, Korea____Top and skirt, Abercrombie&Fitch____Purse, Kate Spade____Watch, Target____DIY Flower Crown

Just a super quick outfit post. Hope you are all having a good week!

xo Dahye

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Valentine's Day Hair + Makeup

Valentine's day hair and makeup by Dahye

Hey everyone!

Since Valentine's Day is coming up soon, I thought it would be fun to do a hair/makeup post. This day is all about flowers, chocolate, and love. So bring out that girly side, and enjoy this post!

1. Start with clean, brushed hair and spray heat protectant. Here I am using CHI 44 Iron Guard. I use about 3 squirts on each side. 

2. Secure your hair with a large clip, and take 2 inch sections of your hair to curl. To make your hair have a more wavy look, make the sections big! 

3. Curl and hold for about 10 seconds.

4. Release the clamp, and hold the curl in your palm for a few seconds. This makes the curls a little bouncier. 

5. Repeat until you are done. Tip: make the curl around your face tighter, so that it will make a nice frame!

6. Here is my hair after curling. 

7. Use a wide-tooth comb, and brush through the curls gently. 

Brushing through the curls creates a more natural and effortless look. 

8. Pull back two strands of hair from the front, and secure it with a girly bow!

Sweep some light pink blush on the apples of your cheeks. This blush is from the Face Shop, in Korea. The heart shapes are so very festive!

Add some glitter liner or white eyeliner to the teardrop area of your eyes. This instantly makes your eyes pop!

Of course, don't forget your lips! I'm wearing my favorite lipstick, "91 Seduisante" by Chanel.

And voila, you are ready for Valentine's Day! 

xo, Dahye

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{Outfit Details}

(Top, H&M)

(Skirt, made by myself)

(Belt, Forever21)

(Shoes, Gap)

(Purse, Kate Spade)

Kate Spade "Southport Avenue" cross body. New carry-it-everywhere-everyday item. 

Woohoo! This is my 100th post on this blog.

I am color blocking with very bright colors in this outfit. I spotted these heels for the first time at Gap last fall, and I actually took a picture of them because I loved them so much. But it wasn't at a price I was willing to pay for at that time, but earlier this spring, I found these shoes again for a bargain!! It was one of those shopping moments when you know it's meant to be. The Tiffany blue skirt was made by myself in my fashion design class in school. I am obsessed with this color. I am wearing a small petticoat under the skirt to make it extra poofy! This outfit is so dang girly. :)

xoxoDahye

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