Letters Impromptu x Marisara

(jumpsuit: Marisara; clutch: Sara Beltran for Dezso (similar here); 

watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs; bracelet: Giles and Brother (similar here); heels: Zara (similar here))

photos by Lisa from Paint with Stars

It was a slightly rainy, humid day in Tokyo yesterday, which made it the perfect opportunity to wear this pretty jumpsuit from Marisara, a fashion brand based in Bangkok. The ruffle detail is so flattering, and the sleeves expose your shoulders in a subtle, sexy way. I paired it with some simple heels and accessories, and added a pop of color with my Dezso clutch. This is definitely my go-to jumpsuit for the warm, summer months! 

Check out this amazing brand at www.miramarisara.com and their Facebook page here. 

Have a great weekend!

Love,

Samantha Mariko

back to black

 (blazer: Alexander Wang; shirt: Uniqlo; sweats and heels: Zara; bag: Madewell;

bracelet: Giles & Brother; ring: Soo Ihn Kim)

photos by Lisa from Paint with Stars

I went back to black... literally. I got a new do this weekend and decided to sort of go back to my natural hair color (black) and sport some bangs again. Like I said in my last post, I can't get enough of black. The heels and blazer I'm wearing here are a bit old, but I added some new pieces that I purchased recently. I think my favorite is the silk shirt I got at Uniqlo for less than 2000 yen ($20!). It's oh so comfortable and goes with anything and everything.

My friend Lisa never disappoints when it comes to photography. We originally planned to meet for coffee & girl talk in Omotesando, but I asked if she could snap a few photos for me. Thanks girl! She has an amazing photography blog so please check out the link above! :)

Love,

Samantha Mariko



monochrome

(top: Le Ciel Bleu; pants: Forever 21; heels: Target;

 bracelet: Giles & Brother from Le Ciel Bleu)

Photos by Naohiro Hara

Makeup by Terachi

Styled & Edited by Samantha Mariko (me)

Second set from the photo shoot mentioned in my previous post. This is a completely different theme and look, which I chose, from the clothes to the hair & makeup. I really wanted to wear this cropped white shirt from my work, Le Ciel Bleu, with my sarouel pants that I found for a reasonable price at Forever 21. White & black, monochrome world. The hair-styling in the very last photo was suggested by my photographer, which turned out surprisingly well.

Thanks for taking the time to check out my work! Any kind of feedback is appreciated, seriously.

Love,

Samantha Mariko

matsuri in asakusa

(shirt: Topshop; skirt: Zara; shoes: Converse; clutch: Gap; hat: Wego;

bangle: Giles and Brother)

My co-worker Alisa invited me to the Sanja Matsuri (三社祭り）in Asakusa, which was perfect because I have been wanting to go to Asakusa for quite some time now. It was even better with all of the festivities, booths, and good food. When I go to events like these, I feel grateful that I live in this wonderful city (but I do miss California a lot!). And can I say what gorgeous weather? I'm looking forward to summer in Japan :)

Love,

Samantha Mariko