no strings

Mayer Hawthorne's video "No Strings" is finally up on Youtube!

You should check it out because 1) it's a great song, 2) Mayer is awesome and 3) I'm one of the extras in the video :) (I'm playing with the yellow beach ball in the beginning). So click "play" and enjoy!

with Mayer at the video shoot!

Love,

Samantha Mariko

Disneyland style

(shirt: Uniqlo; shorts: vintage Levi's; shoes: Converse; sunglasses: Lowrys Farm)

I finally made my way to Carsland at California Adventures this weekend and I loved it. My friend and I got there right before the park opened but we still had to wait in line for an hour for the main attraction Radiator Springs Racers. It was worth the wait though. And it was nice to see the the Disney bear that is so popular in Japan has finally made its way to America. I have the miniature versions of Duffy and Shellie May attached to my travel bag because... well, I am that Japanese. 

Today, I'm finishing up my packing and doing last minute things for my move. I may be MIA for a bit once I'm in Japan but hopefully I get into the swing of things very soon. Next time I post, I'll be in Tokyo :) 

Thanks for reading loves!

Love,

Samantha Mariko

san diego the extraordinary

(shirt: Nordstrom Rack; pants & wedges: Forever 21; 

purse: Zara; shades: H&M)

I know this post consists of a random collection of photos, but there is one common theme. I decided to spend part of my last weekend in Orange County in San Diego to visit some friends and explore more of its greatness. Hopefully you can tell by my photos that I had some amazing food... starting with blueberry, strawberry & banana waffles at Kensington Cafe. After heading over to the beach for a bit, I was introduced to Extraordinary Desserts, which is true to its name (the floral decorations are real, by the way). For dinner, my friends and I grabbed a bite to eat at Craft and Commerce, a bar/restaurant that reminds me of Father's Office. The interior decor was very urban and welcoming, and those oysters shown right above were absolutely delicious. I think I may have underestimated San Diego til now. I can definitely see myself going back to all of these places sometime in the future. 

Love,

Samantha Mariko

main street

(dress & shades: H&M; belt: gift; heels: Zara; purse: from Japan)

When I went to Main Street today, there was no way I could just walk by this vibrant wall without taking a  picture in front of it. Perfect since my outfit is the exact opposite of vibrant. But I still love the dress I picked up at H&M recently - I think it'll be a versatile item in my closet. And this will probably not be the last time I'll be wearing this lipstick, just FYI.

I had a great time yesterday catching up with some of my girlfriends and enjoying the beautiful weather in Surf City. Exactly one week til I depart for Tokyo! Too excited for words.



Love,

Samantha Mariko

Rola & Lena

Currently wanting these books at the moment, but I don't see a point in purchasing them in the States when I can buy them once I'm in Tokyo. I think collecting Japanese models' fashion/ lifestyle books will be my new hobby, but we'll see.

Love,

Samantha Mariko