Strawberry Loves to Dance....

The weather definitely crisps up these days in San Francisco. I was out and about doing chores and realized that a tank and a hoodie are not going to keep me warm enough anymore. For some reason, when I was walking on the street, someone's waft of perfume instantly reminded me a holidays' coming.  Not sure if it is an ordinary scent that I sniffed all the time when walking by cosmetics counter in the mall. ha~ Holidays, hum,... I know some friends are doing their Christmas shopping already. Well, yes, you hear me right: Christmas. I think I might start looking just to get a head start. Other than gifts preparation, holiday's cooking is another big task. Now is definitely the time to horn my holiday cooking skills.  Today I am going to share the easiest recipe I found online with my personal twist to make the perfect succulent BBQ Garlic chili Ribs and BBQ honey chicken drumlets and wings with you.  Ingredients: 1 medium sliced onions 1 cup of ketchup   1/

So I talked about one of the decadent classic looks in my humble opinions is white shirt paired with slightly drop-waist pants. What about those who are up for more feminine but in pants?? Ah ha, I got you covered again. A pencil skirt!!  A reason that the pencil skirt is a solid wardrobe choice is it flatters all types of body shapes. Different length gives you multiple choices; such as length hits around the knee, below the knee, or mini pencil skirt. Try on the ones that is not clinging but tight  enough around the waist and butt, less wrinkle-ish while sitting in your skirt. Once you got those things checked, you will look both smart and sexy in a pencil skirt.  Didn't I mention that leopard prints is everything and classic!? I have the one and the only leopard halter top which I never store it away from my sight. Why?  You know why!! ha~  me and my BFF Pei.  pic. luisaviarom.com Pei is wearing Shui Chen crawl neck sweaters and you know we are going to have

Shopping at Men's department is not new thing, but It might become a trend. I already have a pair of trousers which I bought from Men's department like 15 years ago. The style doesn't change much (now you know how slowly Man's fashion evolving. lol) except I tailored it as tapered and shorter to ankle length. It is still being loved by me as its unique fabric has a beautiful gray and blue sheen on it.  Now I have another pair of man's wool, gray trousers. Gray, such a classic color. I love how it sits on my lower waist and drop-crotch look. Just slightly slouchy which gives a laid-back but not an impression that I am wearing an ill-fitted pants.  As I get witted while I am getting older, I found myself enjoy a classic decadent style more. Such as simple black and white outfit with intricate prints peeking out from the lining, all black outfit with leopard patterns sparingly on either top or bottom.  Or like today's outfit, a nice silk shirt paired with man

Yes, that's right. We are planning a trunk show with dear friend aka fashion designer, Shui Chen, in mid. Nov. I will have invitation out by this weekend for you. We are going to meet Shui Chen in person in California and showcase her Fall/Winter collection 2013. There is going to be so much fun, so much food and so much wine and best yet, you get to try her whole collection. Before it goes official, let's make that our little secret.  Shui Chen crawlneck sweater, Demuleumeester lace-up flat, Suzuki Takayuki organic cotton pleated pants, Hermes Herbag, and lots bangles.  Have a little fun.  xoxo Rachel 

When I was much younger, I didn't like GOLD jewelry. They seem to be a statement for much older women to me.   But somehow, I am attracted to things in gold shades nowadays.  As a matter of fact, the purer the gold is, the better!! I always love the idea of  wearing one kind of earrings at one side and different on the other. Maybe it is a statement of saying that I just want to be a rebel sometimes !!? Okay, I should stop the  self-analyzing and simply enjoy myself! gold-casted coil ring, pixiemarket.com ear cuff /earrings

I am not a minimalist but guess it is just the trend that drives me wearing less layers! With this season's burgundy and gray pieces on me, sure I still look fashionable.  Shui Chen New York FW 2013 burgundy leather top with silk peplum at bottom back, Chanel 2013 scarf, Monolo Blahnik sandal, leather bag, Prada sunglasses. 

I can't seem to get enough of Christian Lacroix, their decorative pillow is so intricate that I feel like I almost get lost in its beautiful embroidery, printed pic. sequined details. I cannot believe that the one with "Paris" embroidery pillow is not be able to ship to USA so I only acquired two with "London", "Madrid" and that pretty butterfly one!! This morning, I feel like charging myself with high protein so I pan-fried 3 egg-scrambles, melted some gouda cheese and tossed over green salad with grilled shrimp and asparagus on top of it.  Yum!!! Like I said, style is never stopping evolving so is our taste buds. Make a nutritious breakfast for you and love of your life.  Bon Appetite! xoxo Rachel 

Driving to Napa is the easiest thing if you wish to get out of your daily routine and enjoy a one day getaway. I have yet been to Castello de Amorosa in Napa, so I thought it might be worth the trip. And, I was RIGHT!!!! A whole case of varies wines went home with me last week.  Cheers! Shui Chen New York leather/polyester top, Mother Jeans, Pierre Hardy sandal, Hermes large bangle.  Napa is the best! xoxo Rachel 

Just a selfie moment at home with my new Maison Scotch leopard sweater! Love~ Love fall to come 2013 xoxo Rachel