Monday April 25, 2011

on the outskirts of a forbidden past

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so week one has come to a close here in Beijing. One quasi meltdown later and i’m starting to settle into this strange land. The outrageous becoming common and the unfamiliar, familiar.

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i think it’s an extraordinary human experiment when you move half way across the world to a completely alien country. i initially thought that moving here was going to put me in touch more with my asian heritage, but instead it’s shown me how Canadian I am. it also has given me a new perspective on how challenging it must be for new immigrants. new language. new food. new culture. new mores. it’s not easy, and I have to admit before coming here i used to be very judgmental–’why don’t they just mix in with the rest of us?’. Because it’s easier said than done. i thought i was mentally prepared for this trip….but couldn’t have been more ill-equipped.

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peter took these pictures of me on the small streets leading up to one of the entrances to the forbidden palace. it’s mainly a tourist destination (not only for westerners, but people all over china). some old buildings from the original dynasties still exist, while others are just rubble. around every corner there are small restaurants boasting the best peking duck in beijing or mom and pops brewing delicious smelling soup and other country-side delicacies.

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things are looking up. i’m meeting more people. there are things to do every day and night. never enough new restuarants to try out. i’m still easing into this city, but we’ll talk again in one week and see where i’m at. haha

wearing Zara blazer; lululemon Y sports bra; vintage DIY leather shorts; Same Edelman boots; Alexander Wang leopard diego

LEAVE YOUR COMMENTS!
  1. by Fashion gossip

    On April 25, 2011 at 5:53 am

    Wow! Your pics are amazing, and so is your outfit!! Love it!!
    Xoxo, K.

  2. by Sanam

    On April 25, 2011 at 5:55 am

    Well best of luck, I hope it gets a lot easier for you living there. & awesome look, that blazer is fab :)

    Day By Diva
    Day By Diva
    Day By Diva

  3. by Cate

    On April 25, 2011 at 5:59 am

    You look stunning, Beijing is an amazing city I spent a weekend there last year and loved it I wish I had more time there because the food was delicious, peking duck has always been my fave. The best of luck to you there xoxo

  4. by TASH

    On April 25, 2011 at 6:10 am

    Wish u all the best in adopting all those new things around you.
    If u catch time, do visit my blog, it might relax you.

    kittensmeal.blogspot.com

  5. by amalie

    On April 25, 2011 at 6:11 am

    you look amazing! i loove the all white outfit. and you have goorgeous hair.
    hope you have a great time living in beijing, i’m sure you’ll get used to it fast. xxx

  6. by Fashion Agony

    On April 25, 2011 at 6:30 am

    I hope you get used to living in Beijing very fact!
    Great look, awesome styling!

    xoxo
    http://fashionagony.blogspot.com/

  7. by Míriam

    On April 25, 2011 at 6:48 am

    You look absolutely beautiful, I really like this outfit, it looks somehow pure, clean and peaceful (does it make some sense?) anyway, I love it :)
    xx

  8. by Emilia

    On April 25, 2011 at 6:50 am

    WOW! So amazing outfit! :)

  9. by pancakeSTACKER

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:00 am

    Aw, I LOVE these photos..especially that second shot of you. Seriously, these look like they belong in an editorial spread. But then again, so do almost all of your other photos, haha! I bet the new environment is such a fantastic experience so far. Props to you for being able to just make a change for yourself! Can’t wait to read and see more!!

    http://pancakeSTACKER.blogspot.com

  10. by BrooklynBlonde

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:04 am

    These photos are amazing and I love reading about your journey! My parents immigrated to NYC from Moscow when they were in their 30′s, and when I think about it, it amazes me how people can just pick up and start a new life in a foreign country. You’re absolutely right about that.

  11. by JULIA

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:13 am

    I am to go to Beijing at the end of this week for work, and I havent been to Beijing since I was 7 years old… I am scared even though I’ve been in Shanghai for the last 2.5 years… irrational? Maybe.

  12. by Eirin

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:21 am

    Beautiful pictures! I know how hard it can be moving abroad, I`ve done it myself. Just hang in there, things will feel more natural and homy soon! xx

  13. by ALLYSON

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:22 am

    I know what you mean about thinking that you’d be more in touch with your Asian heritage. When I moved to Asia I thought I’d finally experience my culture in its fullness. I did, but it made me realise how American I was. This wasn’t a bad thing, though, because I also saw the beauty of my culture. I’m still adjusting, though, and my accent in my language is terrible (but I’m trying!). It made me think of how incredibly courageous my parents were to move to a new country with a new culture. Even though I made fun of their accents, they have a better grasp of English than I do of their native language. It’s difficult, but trust me it’s rewarding. :)

    I like the all white ensemble. It feels very fresh and clean.

  14. by PixelHazard

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:24 am

    What a lovely clean and cute look

    Bright Green Laces

  15. by PixelHazard

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:25 am

  16. by Michelle

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:27 am

    Awesome pics and love this look!

    x
    Michelle
    http://www.michellesstylefile.blogspot.com

  17. by Estefanía

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:39 am

    Love your look and your blog!!
    http://www.vintageprocess.com

  18. by Ashley

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:49 am

    I’ve missed your blog! Haven’t stopped by in a while and so I’m glad I came back :)

    LOVE the new shorter hair.

    Ring My bell x

  19. by Aurora

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:51 am

    you are soooo hot, so fashion forward, so pretty, so lovely! and i love every outfit of yours.

  20. by The Fancy Teacup

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:59 am

    Such a sophisticated, minimalistic look. You pull it off well, hun. All the food sounds amazing, hope you get more and more used to your new, exciting life there!

    http://www.TheFancyTeacup.com
    much love.

  21. by Inside my head and wardrobe

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:01 am

    love the all white of this outfit its gorgeous !

    http://myheadandwardrobe.blogspot.com/

  22. by Inside my head and wardrobe

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:02 am

    1love the all white of this outfit its gorgeous !!

    http://myheadandwardrobe.blogspot.com/

  23. by Monika

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:33 am

    I love how in almost every photo you have some serious spectators in the background haha…
    Btw, You pull off this look like whoa!

  24. by Yazmin

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:35 am

  25. by Stace

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:49 am

    Oh my gosh, the white outfit is absolutely stunning on you!
    I’m going to China in July, so I’m defs gonna follow you and see how you go! xxx

  26. by Kelli K

    On April 25, 2011 at 9:11 am

    Fantastic outfit…the palace is so lovely, I visited Beijing about 3 years ago! Enjoy it doll :)

    XoXO-Kelli K
    http://thefashionworshiper.blogspot.com

  27. by Jessie

    On April 25, 2011 at 9:46 am

    i love all white. it looks fabulous on you with your hair color! the leopard wang bag is a great touch.
    xx, http://wordbyjessie.com/

  28. by lluvia

    On April 25, 2011 at 9:52 am

    You look stunning! Everything about this look is flawless. Sounds like you’re having an amazing experience, I hope everything works out in your favor!

    xx
    http://www.lluviaforallseasons.com

  29. by Céline KG

    On April 25, 2011 at 9:55 am

    I love this outfit, so… pure, and such a perfect body damn.

    xoxo, Céline
    areyouincorrect.blogspot.com

  30. by Melissa

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:00 am

    WOW looking gorgeous as always. Okay, outfit enviousness aside, I’m so glad that you’re taking us on this journey with you, how AMAZING! I admire you, and I hope you continue to write about your life as well as show us you and your style through pics :)

    xxMelissa

  31. by the.style.charmer

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:10 am

    you look amazing! i love this ensemble. your hair is gorgeous!! congrats on your move! xo

  32. by fashion ice

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:12 am

    u are looking super chic!

  33. by Beckerman Girls

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:16 am

    You LOOK AMAZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZIN V!!! WE miss you and it looks like you are doing FABBBB!!!! Just enjoy EVERYTHING! You must be learning a TON and seeing things you’d never thought you would see!! Even though we lived in NY for 10 years..we realized how Canadian we are too!!! lol!!! it’ in the blood!!!! These pics are off the charts, the background and light is sensational!!!Love you babe!! Be safe and have a total blast!!!!!!!!!! MWAH
    kisses
    xoThe Beckerman Girls

    http://www.BeckermanBitePlate.com

  34. by GENETICBOI

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:19 am

    YOU BETTER WORK THAT WHITE!!!!

    the concrete + white + natural sunlight = great combo

    I’m so happy to hear to are settling in. See? Humans are great with adaption and adversity. Oh the adventure awaits… SHANGHAI and VIETNAM then wherever!

    xoxo

  35. by Anna

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:23 am

    What a great travel diary…
    http://www.ThisIsAYes.com

  36. by vonnie

    On April 25, 2011 at 10:28 am

    love your hair!

  37. by vasilieva

    On April 25, 2011 at 11:00 am

    just love that all white look, absolutely amazing and the shorts are perfect

    xx

  38. by Martina

    On April 25, 2011 at 11:14 am

    One of your greatest posts! you look absolutely stunning, besides the fact you are stunning, I have copied this look for my inspo file, cause I find it so easy and chic. but now, let’s go to the matter: two years ago I spent one year in Italy completely alone, making italian life, not big deal because I live in Spain, but even though the distance and the culture are not that different, I could see how different I was, and how spanish I was there. I understand that feeling must be much more extreme for you, and may be hard in certain moments, but you are a very open-minded girl and the good sign is that in a very short time you have already realized how much is behind what you’ve done.
    xx

  39. by Eloise Dethier-Eaton

    On April 25, 2011 at 12:08 pm

    Wow this outfit is so perfect! xxx

    eloisedephotography.blogspot.com

  40. by paperwhales

    On April 25, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    YOU LOOK AMAZING

  41. by Jenny Yang

    On April 25, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    Hey V! Love the photos. Asia is crazy different, huh? I’ve been there a gazillion times and still, each time, I find it…. jarring.

  42. by kirsty

    On April 25, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    i know what you mean about feeling more canadian. in september i moved to vancouver and i’ve never felt more english – before, it was something I had never considered about myself, and now it’s the first thing people notice about me. it’s the most liberating thing moving across the world, i’m glad you’re doing so well. you say you’re ill-equipped but i bet you’re having an amazing time, and that’s the point after all!

  43. by fashiongalaxy

    On April 25, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    you look beautiful in white!
    amazing!

  44. by vee

    On April 25, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    love the all white + a pinch of leopard! I’m especially adoring your current hair style though!
    And yes, it takes a while to settle into a new place…even if its a new city. I haven’t moved for a while but I know how it feels, especially if your not fluent in the language. I moved to mexico for four years before coming back to LA and trust me, you will get in touch which your heritage and at the same time you’ll feel more appreciative towards your country.

    Have a fun time there!

  45. by jaimie e. goldstein

    On April 25, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    I LOVE your outfit! And I’m glad you’re fitting in, I’m moving to NYC this summer and I’m terrified! How did you make those shorts? Do you have a tutorial for them?

  46. by The Tailored Two

    On April 25, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    Wow you look stunning here, I have always adored all white outfits and with you skin tone is is gorgeous. I love the strong shoulder it looks like that blazer has. I am happy to hear things are looking up, hang in there honey I am sure things will continue to get better.

  47. by kristen

    On April 25, 2011 at 1:41 pm

    i sooo admire your bravery to take off to a completely unfamiliar country and live there. dont be discouraged by the differences… my mom spent her childhood in portugal lived in the usa and then moved to greece and adjusted perfectly in all 3 countries, you will be amazed how fast you will actually adjust! :) plus you look stunning! one my favourite outfits and photos ever! <3 <3 <3

  48. by www.blahblahbecky.co.uk

    On April 25, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    I think you’re so brave to have followed your dream – you’ll soon get to the point where it feels like home. And if not, time for another adventure ^_^

    http://www.blahblahbecky.co.uk

  49. by Julian briggs

    On April 25, 2011 at 2:32 pm

    this is amazing you fit in yet stand out so much like an especially beautiful piece of a mosaic. ps you must have noticed as well that everyone on the street in that first picture are just staring at your awesomeness, clearly China has taken a liking to The Haute Pursuit

  50. by FASHIONCHALET

    On April 25, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    LOVE IT. Can’t get enough of those shoes either 2+ yrs later. I still love and live in mine. :)

    xx

  51. by Jacquelyn

    On April 25, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    gorgeous photos!! Hope you continue to settle in well, I applaud you for just leaving everything and moving there. I’m heading to China and Hong Kong for a 2 month vacation in a few weeks and I’m still nervous yet excited about traveling. I’m Asian but haven’t been to Asia since I was 1..so I really have no idea what it’s like.

  52. by nydontleaveme

    On April 25, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    You look incredible! I love your style! am following now! xo

    http://www.nydontleaveme.com

  53. by rhymeswithcrow

    On April 25, 2011 at 4:01 pm

    awesome, do you speak chinese?

  54. by Katricia

    On April 25, 2011 at 4:41 pm

    Beautiful photography. I totally understand what you mean about the big change… it’s hard to understand until you’ve done it. Anyway, excited to hear about the rest of your journey, as always :)

    Peace, Katricia.
    http://katriciab.com/skylark

  55. by mariel

    On April 25, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    lady, you are absolutely stunning! and this look is absolutely beautiful

  56. by lillie

    On April 25, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    your style and attitude is so inspirational. keep it up.
    xoxo lillie

  57. by Indrah

    On April 25, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    Amazing pictures and you just look lovely
    Hope it all gets better and feels homey soon

  58. by heatherheartsfashion

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    gorgeous outfit, shows off your hot bod in an oh-stylish way. also love how you paired the leopard with all white, much fresher and less trashy than black. thumbs up chicka xo

    http://heatherheartsfashion.blogspot.com/

  59. by Indira

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    Amazing. Simply put.

    http://www.lafemdom.blogspot.com

    -Happy Hunting!

  60. by Aurélia

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:28 pm

  61. by Aimee

    On April 25, 2011 at 7:52 pm

    Vanessa, u look absolutely amazing! loving the light in these pictures too!
    hope you’re enjoying China! eek, so excited and happy for u! <3

  62. by caylee

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    seriously love hearing about all of your adventures and experiences over there. i can’t imagine how challenging and exciting it must be!
    keep us updated my <3

    xx

  63. by emily

    On April 25, 2011 at 8:55 pm

    I loveeee this outfit!!

    styledbyemily.com

  64. by David

    On April 25, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    Your style is incredible! :D

    Have a Good Day!

    David

    VirtuallyStunning.blogspot.com

  65. by priincess

    On April 25, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    Vanessa, you look so stunning in these photos!
    How are you able to blog in China? I’m going there for 3 months in the summer and I know that everything is blocked by firewalls…so can you please tell me how you are able to blog? :)

  66. by ldm

    On April 26, 2011 at 12:40 am

    love your outfit! i lived in canada and moved back to hong kong when i was 10!

    xx from hong kong :)
    http://www.ldmldmldm.com

  67. by Olivia

    On April 26, 2011 at 3:19 am

    Next step: Visit California so we can stalk James Franco. You look AMAZEBALLS in this.
    xx
    O

  68. by melissa

    On April 26, 2011 at 3:41 am

    your look is totally awesome, wow! Great pics as usual! <3

    http://www.abitoffashion.com

  69. by Rohini

    On April 26, 2011 at 4:13 am

    i lovee the way “white” looks so pretty on you…

    btw just asking you purely out of curosity, is social networking allowed in China??? coz i heard that its either not allowed, or is strongly monitored…

  70. by Taylor

    On April 26, 2011 at 5:49 am

    This outfit is completely perfect, I love it. I absolutely LOVE the leopard Diego… i got the green one, but am jealous over the leopard one. It’s the best.

  71. by FashionCloud

    On April 26, 2011 at 5:54 am

    You look absolutely stunning babe! I hope you are settled in now (or better settled in) I can imagine what a cultural shock it will be. I might be moving to washington over the summer so I will share your ‘im freaking out attitude’ :)

    xx

  72. by ellie

    On April 26, 2011 at 9:39 am

    amazin photos an love your look!

    xoxo

    ellie

    http://itstyleblog.com

  73. by Magdalena

    On April 26, 2011 at 11:18 am

    great outfit !!! I love your hair :) Can you tell me what color you used to coloring your hair :)
    kiss :)

  74. by Angel

    On April 26, 2011 at 11:20 am

    I was reading about the Asian Giant Hornet earlier, be careful over there V :)

    xx
    http://2170.blogspot.com

  75. by Jake&Davies

    On April 26, 2011 at 11:44 am

    Best Luck in Beijing.
    I’m sure you’ll make your way there.
    Great Photographs, I really like them.
    Have a wonderful interesting and inspiring next week.
    Greetings,

    http://www.jakeanddavies.com

  76. by Laura

    On April 26, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    Hey Vanessa, you look hot in the white suit, I love that it’s high-waisted, very 90s fab.

    check out my site if you’ve got the time. http://www.theloraxx.com

  77. by Melissa

    On April 26, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    V. these photos are amazing(good work Peter) and the location is perfect.
    All white suits you well.
    Keep up the great posts we are all following your adventures, your likes and dislikes.
    Miss you
    xx
    M

  78. by Iliana

    On April 26, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    LOVE THE OUTFIT. ESPECIALLY THE BOOTS.
    WISH YOU BEST LUCK!!
    http://www.theragdolls.blogspot.com

  79. by chloe.eloise

    On April 26, 2011 at 11:13 pm

    This outfit is so gorgeous. Those shorts are the perfect cut, and the midriff and the blazer. Amazing.

    Fox Whiskers

  80. by Neijah Lanae

    On April 27, 2011 at 3:31 am

    This outfit is badass. So chic! I’m inspired Vanessa

    xoxo,

    http://www.thelookandlisten.com

  81. by Rachel

    On April 27, 2011 at 7:10 am

    Gorgeous outfit! I don’t know that I’d wear all-white outfits in China though x) So smoky and dusty …

  82. by Nadja aka The Fashion Writress

    On April 27, 2011 at 10:42 am

    Lovely ensemble! Very feminine and classy girl <3
    xoxo

  83. by Plum Pretty Sugar

    On April 27, 2011 at 11:34 am

    Love your outfit!! Amazzzing!

    xo

    http://www.PlumPrettySugar.blogspot.com

  84. by sterling style

    On April 27, 2011 at 11:37 am

    you look stunning girl! I love the simple outfit and then the pop of the bag! YOur pictures look so beautiful–what do you use?

  85. by Karoline Kalvo

    On April 27, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    You’re so gorgeous. I love the outfit. And your hair. And face. And everything. Amazing.

    Love from Norway
    Karoline Kalvo

  86. by nadia

    On April 27, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    wow youre incredibly brave to move to a different country . i know i could never do it . i like your candid description of feeling like a foreigner .

    beautiful (almost) all white look

  87. by GIAA

    On April 27, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    WOOW amazing look!

    xoxo

    G.

    http://giaa-fashion.blogspot.com

  88. by thefashionguitar

    On April 28, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    I love this clean look! It’s beautiful with the contrast of the Chinese streets.

    xo Charlotte
    http://www.thefashionguitar.com

  89. by Totaly Tarah

    On April 28, 2011 at 5:10 pm

    I must say, girl you are bad! You really are a true model. I think you could make a brown paper sack look good. I’m not a fashion blogger but, I’m into fashion. Check me out http://www.nxtnline.com

  90. by Carolyn

    On April 28, 2011 at 5:17 pm

    love the all white! so clean. daring outfit to wear in china though, once i wore these little shorts in shanghai and overheard ladies talking about how skanky it was haha i don’t think they knew i could understand them. and i agree, being in china was a strange cultural shock, it did make me feel more american than chinese..

  91. by fara

    On April 28, 2011 at 5:30 pm

    your outfit- so clean, i love it! your hair…this is so my next hair cut, how’s china? x

  92. by veronica

    On April 28, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    normally don’t comment, but i have to say thank you for getting so personal about your stay. you really captured the beauty within beijing and even though i’ve been once before, it’s really great to see your perspective (makes me appreciate my experience there more). submerging yourself in a new environment is a pretty amazing thing. i’m going abroad to taiwan for a few months in about a year for pretty much the same reasons as you. my yoga teacher talked about transitions in class yesterday and i think this is what going to a new place, getting in touch with your family’s culture (or a completely new one), is all about. good look with YOUR transition. i hope it’s a worthwhile one & please keep updating!

    ps! love the all white outfit + bra look. i’ve been to asia quite a few times & can’t help but notice how different the style is. do you get any reactions from the people there regarding your own (amazing!) style?

  93. by Natasha

    On April 28, 2011 at 9:00 pm

    Absolutely love this look! Especially the shorts aahhh

    http://natashassoiree.blogspot.com/

  94. by Alexandra

    On April 29, 2011 at 7:26 pm

    i LOVE the first picture. You in your white outfit just POP. Rock it.

    Alexandra

  95. by TheFashionDyad

    On April 29, 2011 at 11:44 pm

    we love those shoes! we also have them, but somehow cannot walk around on the streets with them effortlessly like you! Theyre so high! haha you rock em well.

    xoxo
    thefashiondyad.com

  96. by jess

    On April 30, 2011 at 1:31 am

    you look GORGEOUS.
    your haircut is phenomenal!!!

  97. by Emi P.

    On April 30, 2011 at 7:53 am

    Your outfits are always adorable :)
    love love your blog!

    xxx,
    Emi
    http://emigolightly.blogspot.com/

  98. by Zoë Kate

    On April 30, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    Wow, love these recent posts! Beautiful pictures and so well-written and insightful. It is strange being in those liminal spaces that are in flux between past and present. Or maybe it’s not really between past and present, but a tension between different conceptions of modernity. Interesting anyway! Also, those shorts are badass :) I look forward to following your journey in this new place!

    xo
    ZK
    http://www.glitter-and-ink.blogspot.com

  99. by samantha rae

    On April 30, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    i cannot emphasize enough how gorgeous you are!

  100. by Maame Nsiah

    On May 1, 2011 at 10:36 am

    AMAZING!

  101. by Cat

    On May 2, 2011 at 12:42 am

    I know exactly what you mean about how hard it is to feel accepted in another country – similar experience in France last summer. Hey, at least you have great food (nothing was spicy enough for me in France, so lame). Also, I never thought I’d say it but lululemon suddenly looks fashionable! I’d expect nothing less from you, haha.

    Hang in there,
    Cat

  102. by Vivienne

    On May 2, 2011 at 5:09 am

    super cool outfit!!

    Haute & Fierce

  103. by Raspberry & Rouge

    On May 2, 2011 at 7:33 am

    Absolutely gorgeous! Amazing post!! XO Raspberry & Rouge

    http://raspberry-rouge.com

  104. by Svenja

    On May 2, 2011 at 7:49 am

    I love the light in your pictures!!

    http://rebellefleur-rebellefleur.blogspot.com/

  105. by Sjsw

    On May 2, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    i am in love with this outfit!!!
    everything white.. you pull it off so well

  106. by Jarilyn Ashley

    On May 4, 2011 at 3:43 am

    Well I wish you well in adjusting. I feel like you will be more than fine.

    the-modernjunkie.com !

  107. by Momojae

    On May 4, 2011 at 9:49 pm

    You look fierce! You are absolutely correct about feeling alienated somehow by the new surrounding even when you are from the same heritage. I felt the same when I first moved to Hong Kong as well… even though it is a metropolis already. I felt so out of place and homesick all the time. But I’m still grateful for the opportunity to move elsewhere and see what other places have to offer.

    Hope you adjust smoothly into the new surrounding :)

    http://momojae.blogspot.com

  108. by Davie+Erica

    On May 5, 2011 at 5:00 pm

    We’ve been looking through the blog- and absolutely adore it all! So fabulous!!!!! This look too is amazing and looks so great on you! You definitely rocked it!! xx

  109. by Lola Finn

    On May 6, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    Hot! Love that perfect summer outfit!

  110. by Valentine

    On May 8, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    Nice short, beautiful light!

    Diary of a fashion stylist_
    http://valentineavoh.blogspot.com/

  111. by Ravenna

    On May 8, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    Likeeeeeeeeee! So P-E-R-F-E-C-T……. Kisses from Portugal! *

  112. by Catherine L.

    On May 9, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    You may be on the outskirts but that outfit is IN!

    Love the Photos, hope to see more soon.

    CL

  113. by Laura

    On May 9, 2011 at 3:11 pm

    So fresh, you look awesome. :)

  114. by Aniita

    On May 10, 2011 at 4:08 am

    loveeeee the outfit, like, LOVE IT. best blogger outfit i’ve seen in a while. i’d been debating whether or not to get those shoes for a while, but now its official. i neeed them. love the blog gurll xo

  115. by A La Garconne

    On May 12, 2011 at 9:31 am

    Beautiful set!

  116. by Io

    On May 12, 2011 at 1:00 pm

    I envy this outfit!!!

  117. by Chloe

    On May 13, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    we love your blog! you are such a hottie! in love with this all white look.. and what an amazing adventure you are on.. i spent some time in china last year and fell in love..
    xoxo

    http://www.leatherlaceblog.com/

  118. by MizzJ

    On May 14, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    That is a pretty scandalous outfit to wear in China! You are one brave lady. These photos are amazing, so editorial and you look gorgeous. What a great opportunity for you to live over there!

  119. by ronja

    On May 14, 2011 at 1:45 pm

    lovely outfit! =)

    definitelymaybe-ronja.blogspot.com/

  120. by Elissa

    On May 15, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    So hot, V!

    I love that you’ve worked a sports bra into a serious fucking outfit!

    xo,
    Elissa
    http://blog.shopcalico.com

  121. by Kerrie

    On May 16, 2011 at 1:35 pm

    you look so good girll!
    this is so simple but so perfect, i love it
    xx

  122. by Bernd Meier

    On May 20, 2011 at 3:57 am

    nice outfit

    http:fashionbrandsdistribution.com

  123. by Nia

    On June 8, 2011 at 5:27 am

    Amazing Pictures :)

    take care from Barcelona

    Nia

  124. by sheree

    On June 17, 2011 at 8:24 am

    This outfit is beyond words..you are truly amazing!

  125. by Plami

    On June 17, 2011 at 6:17 pm

    Whites always look great!

    XoXo
    plami

    http://fashion-thrill.blogspot.com/

  126. by The Style Voyager

    On June 18, 2011 at 5:19 pm

    This is so incredibly chic, you can pull off so much white :)
    Great outfit, putting you on my blogroll !!!

  127. by handbagicon

    On June 22, 2011 at 3:51 am

    Love this bag !! You can buy it at http://www.handbagicon.com.Thank you.

  128. by Nini

    On July 4, 2011 at 7:03 am

    I love your dress. The shorts and the top look fantastic!!

  129. by Trina

    On July 7, 2011 at 12:58 am

    All I have to say is you look gorgeous and good luck in Beijing. It takes new, difficult experiences to make life truly meaningful.

  130. by Julie

    On July 20, 2011 at 1:16 am

    So cute! I dieeeee.

    http://www.inloveiwascreated.blogspot.com

    Check out my work shop/blog too!
    http://www.celebrityowned.com

  131. by the girl named STU

    On July 24, 2011 at 11:41 am

    love the short hair and the all-white outfit hun <3

  132. by Podszewka

    On September 22, 2011 at 9:09 am

    fresh white colour and so sexy

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