Biking with Ms. Chanel + Mr. Balenciaga

So we decided to be ambitious and bike up and down hilly pavements and scary traffic to get to the most gorgeous park I've ever seen. We found ourselves 4 hours later exhausted and sprawled across the green grass with the new allure and some lemonade. Tiresome yes. Worth it? Every second of it!

Map quest route:

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?1s=MA&1a=1530+Beacon+Street&1z=02446&2s=MA&2pn=Larz+Anderson+Park#a/maps/l::1530+Beacon+St:Brookline:MA:02446-2630:US:42.33986:-71.130979:address:Norfolk+County:1/l:Larz+Anderson+Auto+Museum:15+Newton+St:Brookline:MA:02445:US:42.309321:-71.134949:address::1/m::10:42.324609:-71.141114:0:::::/io:1:::::f:EN:M:/e

It's further and way more challenging than it looks!

Yes, this was my biking outfit. F21 silk tank + H&M faded denim leggings + Flats from payless + Balenciaga with gold studs bag + Marc Jacobs Aviators

Sophia with her awesome bike and perfectly chic outfit + Chanels.:)

I had fun Soph! Next trip, 13 miles! HAHAHAHA

The Day I Cycled for 6 hours

At the end of the biking trip,I didn't feel any pain. But I probably just jinxed it cos the next morning I felt like just staying in bed the whole day. It was worth it though. The sun was gorgeous, the air fresh and allergy free. What an accomplishment I had. Can't wait to go for another biking trip next week with Soph. I'll try to dress more cute. Kinda hard since my bike is so sporty. Hmmm...Oooh! Surprisingly there's quite a few blogs that feature cyclers and looking chic while doing so. I can't pull that off quiteyet until I get a nice girly bike, but this site is worth checking out: http://www.copenhagencyclechic.com/ so cute.

Forever 21 Silk Tank + Old Navy White shorts + Prada Messenger Bag + BCBG Jelly Flower Sandals + Ray Ban Aviators

I hate the helmet urgh.

The reservoir at Chestnut Hill

10 Tables

Ten Tables at Jamaica Plain, MA, is the coziest little restaurant I've ever been to. Literally, the restaurant only consists of 10 tables. Although making sudden movements during dinner was not advisable; the food was wonderful. However, the menu is pretty limited. But for any foodies out there, this place is worth a try. RESERVATION IS A MUST!

Compliments from the chef. A tasty spoonful of delight
Seared baby octopus as appetizer
Hake fish. Sauteed and complimented with parsley flavored crumbs. Amazingly fresh and the dressing was perfect with the fish.

Thai Basil ice cream with Chocolate Terrine. Loved the chocolate but not a big fan of the basil ice cream. Weird combo. The basil was way too strong.

My outfit tonight rotated around my 2 key items. The amazing rhinestone necklace that a dear friend gave me ( Thank you again Sophia! I love it!) and my wonderful lace up Stuart Weitzman. Sophia made this by combining 3 different necklaces together. The pins held it together and the ribbons was a beautiful, elegant touch.

I just realized these are probably my highest heels. 5 inches. ( aside from my other 5inches Loubies) Surprisingly though, it's also one of my most comfortable heels EVER.

American Apparel T-shirt + Sophia's Necklace + Gretta Cardigan + Ksubi Black Jeans + Stuart Weitzman + Bottega bag

Sunshine

The weather was too good to be true today. Spent 4 hours in the early afternoon at Newbury and spent the next 4 hours in the other side of town in Natick Mall. Wish everyday was like today. :)Diane Von Fursternberg Flower Maxi Dress + Random Black Cardigan from Singapore + Urban Outfitters Wayfarer + Balenciaga Work Bag + Nine West Jewelled Sandals

My favorite Grey Balenciaga Work Bag from Fall 2006

Nine West Jewelled Sandals bought on sale last summer

Rain, rain... go away...

...don't come again for the rest of May...The Prudential Tower covered by clouds and mist
H&M beanie + Zara Grey Oversized Tee + Fred Perry Sports Jacket + J Brand Skinny Jeans + Forever 21 Grey Suede Peep Toe Booties + Bottega Bag

Was having a bad hair day and decided to hide it under my beanie in which I bought 2 years ago but never wore.

Onyx Sterling Silver Ring from Bali

Restaurant Reviews

Giacomo’s Restaurant
431 Columbus Ave Boston
AWESOME place for pasta! However, they're only open for dinner. It is recommended that you call in to reserve or it'll be an hour wait even if it's only the 2 of you. Although the parking is seemingly impossible, the valet is super nice and the food is incredibly amazing. Have to order menu: fried calamari for appetizer, and the pasta with the mixture of lobster and uhmm diavlo( sounds like that) as the sauce. But don't expect to have a serious conversation in this place. I always find myself screaming trying to talk with my company. This place is purely for great staff and heavenly italian food.

The Buttery
314 Shawmut Ave
Boston
(617) 482-1015
A super cute coffee shop in the South End. It was 11am and the place was packed with people. They have always been famous for their cupcakes but surprisingly it wasn't much of a selection that day. Regardless however, this is the perfect place to experience true boston. FYI: Not a great place if you're not a dog lover. I on the other hand was happy with all the little cuties. Oh I was surprised to also see Alexis Blendel from Gilmore Girls trying to hide behind her celebrity shades. Although I was the only one who noticed her. haha.

Morton's Steakhouse
699 Boylston St
Boston
(617) 266-5858
Morton's is well known both within the states and internationally. So I was expecting alot when we went there for dinner. Much to my dissapointment, it did not look like the $$$$ restaurant open table described it as but looks very much like a sports bar. The waiter showed us the meat and fish options to choose from and I'm sure they had a good marketing strategy behind it, it didn't really work on me. I chose the sesame crusted tuna. I requested for half raw and was annoyed when it came fully cooked. The dressing was mediocre and I didn't finish it and had it packed for lunch the next day. I guess I shouldn't go to a steakhouse for fish in the first place. But from what I heard, the others were OK with their steak selection. We all agreed though that it didn't bring up to its name.

Oga's Sushi

915 Worcester Rd Natick

(508) 653-4338
The exterior of this place does not do justice to the restaurant. Although it's right next to a highway, I never ever even thought of dropping by to have some sushi for the 5 years I've been in Boston. It looks sketchy and would honestly be the last place I would consider consuming raw fish. But a friend suggested to go and I was pleasantly pleased by the ambience of it as you enter. One tip however, DO NOT order the teppanyaki meal. The sauce is bland, the chicken and shrimp over cooked. Not to mention it's pretty expensive. However, the sushi was satisfying and the contents incredibly fresh. Especially the Spicy Scallop.

Designer Profile- Yigal Azrouel

Yigal Azrouel is a relatively new designer yet an incredibly talented one I say. I recall my first day at work during one of his shows in Boston, MA. He was this good looking guy, very calm and cool and yet friendly to all his models and helpers ( AKA me) Honestly speaking, before that day, I had heard of him before. He was not as commercialized as many other designers who I can say that are much less talented than he is. But that's just what makes Azrouel's garments such art and worth every penny. The drappery, the fitting, material, and little touches, is a great compliment to the woman figure. His famous jersey dresses are worn by an array of celebrities including Katie Lee Joel, Gabriell Union, Jessica Alba, and many others.

Here's some of my own personal collection. Each piece is an investment but they're such great staples for the wardrobe and all the compliments I get for them makes every penny oh so worth it!

News Worthy: Ebay will launch an online charity sale June 4 along side with Yigal Azrouel to benefit The Natural Resources Defense Council -- Bazaar Magazine June 2009

Stores ( Boston): Gretta Luxe and Intermix