Sleepless in BKK

  On my first few days here in Bangkok, I had the worst case of jetlag that defied even the strongest sleep aid meds.  Fortunately, as a fashionista, a panacea exists: online shopping in the wee hours of the morning! 
Who knew it could work better than sleeping pills?

 

                                                                     TOP: Phillip Lim x Target peplum vest with sparkle neckline!

                                                                     PANTS:  MICHAEL Michael Kors

                                                                     SHOES:  Christian Louboutin 'New Simple' red patent pumps

 

On Repeat

  Our Program Director asked me if I could extend my first trip in Thailand for 4 more weeks.  I told him I'm ok with it, but just have one dilemma:  I will have to repeat outfits.    

                                                                     TOP: Trina Turk brocade pop sleeve top with grossgrain bow

                                                                     SKIRT:  Escada Sport.

                                                                     SHOES:  Ferragamo Ribes

 

Narciso Rodriguez for Kohls (Part 18): A New Chapter

Sawatdee Ka! 

So I took a giant leap of faith, left my very cushy project in Central America for 

a new adventure in the Land of a  Thousand Smiles! 

My very first day at the client site was a rollercoaster of emotions, excitement and varying levels of expectations.   

To summarize, my first 30 minutes at the new office went like this...

Good: I was told I'll be presenting in a meeting.

Bad: The meeting is in 20 minutes. 

Worse:  There are at least 120 people in the meeting! 

Worst: All the hot shots are in attendance, front and center -- CEO, CIO, CFO, COO! 

Somehow, I must have pulled it off.  

At the end of my very impromptu presentation, the CEO said I made the system more

exciting than they think it is. 

I have my outfit to thank for it.  

 

                                                                     TOP:Narciso Rodriguez for Kohls peplum top

                                                                     PANTS:  Carmen Marc Valvo

                                                                     ACCESSORIES:  Simply Vera, Vera Wang necklace

                                                                     SHOES:  Christian Louboutin 'Simple' black patent pumps

   

Night Out

In my 11 years of marriage, I can only count the number of times I went out clubbing and 

partying with the hubby:  Zero.

Partying and clubbing WITHOUT the hubby:  an even more resounding ZERO!

Last week was an exception.  And thus, deserves a placeholder on this blog. 

For the first time in the history of ever, the hubz let me go out dance the night away. 

Without him.   I thought it was the end of the world but I didn't dare question so off I went

wearing this outfit.  Well, with a different pair of shoes, but who cares. 

I went out and partied and danced til the wee hours of the morning -- and never felt so alive. 

I really need to drag the hubz to these fun nighttime soirees.   

He doesn't need to dance, 

he can just watch me dance. 

 :D 

                                                                     TOP: ASOS dress worn as a top

                                                                     PANTS:  7 for All Mankind

                                                                     PURSE:  Chanel Sac Rabat.

                                                                     SHOES:  Nine West OTK boots

Hello World!

Quick post to let you all know I'm still alive!!
...That is, assuming you're wondering if I still am.  :)

                                                                     TOP: RACHEL Rachel Roy black top

                                                                     PANTS:  7 for All Mankind

                                                                     ACCESSORIES:  Chanel necklace.

                                                                     PURSE:  Chanel Sac Rabat.

                                                                     SHOES:  Valentino espadrilles

Afternoon Tea Party

I was so happy to finally got to host my very first afternoon tea party with friends!

For the tea set, I was immediately drawn in to the Royal Albert bone china collection. 

I just loved the floral patterns and dainty colors which evoked grace, elegance and romance. 

I bought pieces from the Old Country Roses collection (the best-selling dinnerware pattern in the world since 1962!), New Country Roses and Polka Rose. 

For the tea selection, I highly recommend the following blends from Teavana: 

 Youthberry and Wild Orange Blossom

Blueberry Bliss 

Hawaiian Kona  

About 4 ounces of each should be good for 8 guests. 

As for the spread of savory and sweet treats, we prepared the following: 

• chicken salad sandwhich 
• pimiento cheese sandwich 
• asparagus roll-ups 
• flan
• pound cake
• white rice cake (our Asian twist to this otherwise very English affair) 
• scones
• madeleines 
• creme fraiche 
• lemon curd

As for outfits, I borrowed my friends headpiece and dressed in head-to-toe pink to match my tea set. 

Shocking, I know!
My good friend Ann also wore a light pink number and debuted the latest 

in her vintage collection of Mimi di N  belt buckles. 

My friends brought birthday cupcakes for me too!

Life Lately

L ife has really been very nice to me lately. 

Work travels has slowed down a bit, work itself has not been too busy, 

the weather has been great so far and I've been grilling steak almost every single day. 

I cannot complain one bit. 

Except to have more chance blogging. 

But then again, I'll have plenty of time for that once winter arrives again. 

Til then, I'll be wearing shorts, tending my vegetable garden and dining al fresco every chance I could! 

Wishing your summer is as lovely as the one I'm having!! 

 

                                                                     TOP: RACHEL Rachel Roy black top

                                                                     SHORTS:  Jlo boucle from JCP

                                                                     ACCESSORIES:  Christian Louboutin 'New Simple' red patent pumps.  Chanel necklace.

                                                                     PURSE:  Chanel Sac Rabat.