Flared all over

The transition between August and September, from summer to fall, is probably one of my favorites of the year. Adding touches of fall to my outfits is also something I look forward to. While I would never wear fitted pants during the sweltering heat of summer, now I can opt for denim and still feel somewhat comfortable. Flared jeans are the trick to mile-long legs and an easy way to make any outfit a little more feminine. And an off-shoulder blouse because it's still a little warm, paired with my go-to accessories that remind me of home sweet California.

8月から９月のトランジション、夏から秋への移り変わりが割と好きです。そして、ワードローブに秋っぽさを加えることが何より楽しみです。湿気で外へ出た瞬間汗だくになる夏は絶対にタイトパンツを履かない私でしたが、そろそろタイトなボトムスを履けるようになってきました。フレアデニムは、足を長く見せるのにぴったりで、どんなコーディネートも女性らしく見せます。まだちょっと暑いからオフショルトップス、そして、カリフォルニアの実家を思い出させるお気に入りなアクセサリー達と。

top: Sly; jeans: Zara; shoes: See by Chloe (Farfetch); clutch: Dezso; sunglasses: zeroUV; watch: Folli Follie (different color here); rings: Uncommon Goods; earrings: Beach Closet

All photos by Irwin Wong.

Summer whites pt. 2 (featuring Moussy & SLY)

I'm starting to like the two-part OOTD series, and this time I styled another summer white with some washed denim similar to my post here. I'm featuring the same brands, Moussy and SLY, but introducing different silhouettes for a more romantic yet casual feel. An off-shoulder blouse like this one from Moussy is an easy way to bring out the girly in you; however, I toned it down with some destroyed denim in a light wash and also my fresh Adidas with a pop of Mohee. I'm all about keeping that level of edgy street style in my outfits.

Stay tuned because I'll be posting some completely different outfits next! Have a great rest of the week!

最近、パート１&２で分けているブログポストを結構気に入っています。そして今回も、夏に向けての白コーデを紹介します！前回と同じく、マウジーとスライを着用していますが、全く違うシルエットを選びました。このオフショルダートップスで女の子らしさを演出。でも、ライトウオッシュの破れたデニムとAdidasで、カジュアルさをプラスしました。スニーカーにもMoheeのアクセサリーをつけてみました。可愛いでしょう？私は、女性らしさをキープしつつ、ストリートスタイルを取り入れるのが大好きなんです。

次回は全く違うテーマのコーディネートをアップします！お楽しみに♪

top: Moussy; jeans: SLY; shoes: Adidas; clutch: Dezso; shoe accessories: Mohee Accessories

bracelet & ring: Rings & Tings

Summer whites (featuring SLY)

Sometimes we all need a little simplicity in our lives. I crave it all the time as I try to make my way in this fast-paced lifestyle in Tokyo. Maybe it's why my style is somewhat toned-down most of the time, although I am inspired by the crazy and the colorful. And sometimes, it's the simple outfits that turn out to be the most chic and sought after. 

If you know you're going to be spending a humid summer (I know I am), I suggest looking for loose-fitting silhouettes in clean colors & washes. This ribbon top from SLY is a perfect choice for my summer wardrobe - style it with either jeans or shorts depending on the weather. Still reminiscing my time spent in California, I kept it beachy with light-wash denim and my palm tree print Dezso clutch. And have I ever mentioned these flat-lense zeroUV aviators are the only ones that have ever looked good on me? Pink eyewear is definitely in this season!

人生には、たまにシンプルさが必要だと思います。ペースの速い東京での生活の中、私は常に欲しています。だから多分、カラフルで大胆なものにインスパイアされていても、私の普段のスタイルは割とシンプルなんだと思います。最終的には、シンプルなコーディネートが以外と一番シックで求められるんでしょうね。

今年は（私みたいに）蒸し暑い夏を過ごす予定でいるのであれば、明るい色やウオッシュで、ルースなシルエットのお洋服を選ぶのがオススメです。このSLYのリボントップスは夏にちょうどいいアイテムです。デニムやショートパンツにも合います！まだカリフォルニアが恋しいので、ライトウオッシュのデニムとヤシの木柄のクラッチで、今回はビーチ風にスタイリングしました。そして、着用しているzeroUVのエビエーターサングラスは、初めて似合うと思ったエビエーターフレームなんです。びっくりでしょう？ピンク色のサングラスは今期のトレンドですよ！

Top: SLY; jeans: Moussy; sandals: See by Chloe (Farfetch); clutch: Dezso; sunglasses: zeroUV

All photos by Viktor Farkas Photography

OUTFIT | Short hair & statement earrings (plus a video!)

coat: Topshop (similar here)

dress: Zara (similar here)

boots: Dr. Martens

earrings: SLY

sunglasses: Free People

clutch: Wego

And the bob becomes shorter. I think this is the shortest I've ever had my hair, and I absolutely love it. Having the perfect cut can really add a sophisticated touch to an outfit. And with my shorter 'do, I thought it would be a good opportunity to try some statement earrings. I fell in love with these gorgeous earrings from SLY at their 2015 SS Exhibition, and I was even happier when they finally arrived. Can't wait to wear them in the summer with lighter attire.

It's been raining a bit this past weekend and the beginning of the week, which is why I opted for my Doc Martens - they are the best waterproof boots, ever. Luckily, it stopped raining by the time Lisa and I shot these photos in Shinjuku. She was also kind enough to shoot footage for my 2nd Youtube video, and first OOTD video. It's really short, simple and to the point, and hopefully we were able to deliver the essence of Shinjuku, one of the more interesting and sometimes crazy locations in Tokyo. Thanks for watching.<3

また髪の毛をバッサリ切りました！多分、人生で一番短いです。でも、やっぱり綺麗めのショートボブはお洒落だし、色々な服に合う気がする。今回は、SLYの展示会に行ったとき一目惚れしたジュエリーイアリングを付けてみました。色が本当に綺麗です！そして、最近はなぜか雨の日が続いているので、この日は愛用している白のドックマーチンをチョイス。私にとって、持ってこいの雨靴です！今回のコーデは、私の好きなちょっとヴィンテージ風に。あと、ビデオも作ってみました！是非見てみてください♪

All photos by Paint with Stars Photography

SLY 2015SS Showroom

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the SLY 2015SS Showroom in Shibuya Hikarie. My manager invited me, and it turns out he is friends with one of the designers, Ms. Udagawa. I got a picture with her and my manager :) 

I loved their western boho-inspired Spring/Summer collection because it was so reminiscent of California - chill, relaxed and carefree. And the bold lips design in the notebooks and pens are too cute. I purchased a few things for an amazing discount, so can't wait for those to arrive next year!

You can check out more about SLY at www.sly.jp. 

昨日は、事務所のマネージャーさんとSLYの２０１５SSの展示会に行ってきました！彼は、SLYデザイナーの宇田川さんとお知り合いということで、色々とお話ができました♪

SLYのSSコレクション、すごく気に入った！ウェスターンBohoがテーマで、カリフォルニアが懐かしくなってきた。少し早めのお買い物をしてきました♪

I actually attended two more showrooms today and a party, which I will be posting in more detail in the next few days <3 Thanks for all the thoughtful comments on my latest posts. I enjoy reading them so much :)

Love,

Samantha

tokyo runway 2012 autumn/winter

Becky! 

Ai Tominaga

Today, I attended Tokyo Runway 2012 Autumn/ Winter at Yoyogi Gynmasium. Let's just say it was worth standing in my heels for the almost 4 hours I was there... I am definitely looking forward to the upcoming fall & winter fashion trends. Noticed fur, playful tights, and berets were used as accessories. I was especially impressed by Emoda and Sly. And the models were amazing as usual, too: Melody Yoko, Ai Tominaga, Audrey Ayaka, Becky, Mary-Jun Takahashi to name a few. Can't wait to go shopping now! 

Love,

Samantha Mariko