My First Time in Europe: Traveling Solo to Paris

By TheYukiBomb November 20, 2018 4 Comments 2 min read 4049 views

Traveling Solo to Paris, France

“You’re traveling solo to Paris? You’re crazy” is a response I got from one of my friends who I was chatting with during our catch-up brunches in Los Angeles. As I sipped on my hot black coffee, I told her it was something I had to do. To simply go. Why? There’s something about traveling alone that fulfills me in all aspects. When I travel alone, I feel like my soul brightens from all of the excitement. Going to a foreign country is entering another world. The sounds, smell, air, sky, lighting, are all so different to me. That’s why traveling solo to Paris for the first time was so important to me.

Preparing for My Trip

I do admit, at first I was a bit nervous traveling solo to Paris so naturally, I prepared myself as best as I could. I watched countless YouTube videos of “10 Things To Do in Paris” or “What Not to Do While Traveling Solo to Paris”, etc… Then I learned simple French phrases for two reasons. The first reason to learn some French was obviously for survival in case of a dreadful situation. Then the other reason would be for respecting the French and their culture. I believe that whatever country you visit, you should always learn a few phrases to show respect for those in the country.

Traces of History…

Paris was like a dream of the old world. The streets and sidewalks were made of small bricks (which was difficult to walk in heels) and the architecture was fascinating because it felt like the buildings were proudly standing in representation of France’s rich history; it seemed like France had left traces of its past throughout every corner and narrow alleyway. I couldn’t help but wonder what it was like 100+ years ago while passing small shops and countless cafes…

What I’m Wearing

In these set of photos, I am wearing the Evolve Dress by Blue District.

Watch by Daniel Wellington.

Get a similar jacket here.

Photos were taken by Choi Hyuksoo

Thanks for reading <3

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White Floral Dress by Zilea from Italy

By TheYukiBomb September 17, 2018September 26, 2018 10 Comments 2 min read 1531 views

Zilea – the Italian Luxury Brand

Recently founded in 2017, Zilea is an impressive Italian luxury brand.

Zilea is an airy line of gowns and dresses that are graceful and worldly are created by using the greatest quality of silk. Zilea’s delicate pieces are made in Como, Italy, where it is known for the Museo Didattico della Seta (Educational Silk Museum). This educational museum traces the history of this city’s silk industry.

Intricate Designs

To illustrate by the brand itself, “A classic Zilea dress drapes with feather-light delicacy around the body, covering only what needs to be covered … Intricately drawn motifs of exotic birds and flowers are finely inscribed on the delicate silk, evoking traditional Asian attire yet firmly rooted in Italian craftsmanship.”

So, due to its design which is similar to a kimono, this Zilea dress I am wearing is a very distinct piece. This Zilea dress wraps around the body, fitting perfectly on the midriff and accentuating the waist and hips. Because of the premium silk, the feel of this mini dress with long sleeves felt unreal against my skin. It easily flowed against the late summer breeze. And thus, I felt feminine, comfortable and beautiful.

How I Wore It

Considering the intricate designs, I paired this dress with simple white heeled mules. I thought simple shoes would be best to better complement the work of art by Zilea. Similarly, you can also pair this elegant dress with white or blue flats or whichever colored heels you like. Though, I would prefer heels with this dress since it will help accentuate the curves.

Lastly, you can wear this Zilea dress I am wearing casually or somewhere special like a date night, brunch, or reunion. On the day I wore this dress, I spent time with friends including one of my favorite photographers, Ryan Chua. Ryan and I decided to enjoy Santa Monica after a couple of events. It was a fun and memorable day.

Fashion

All Black Outfit – Styling Over the Knee Boots

By TheYukiBomb November 17, 2017 4 Comments 2 min read 2119 views

All Black Outfit - Styling Over the Knee Boots with @YukiBomb

All Black with Over the Knee Boots

I cannot believe that Thanksgiving is already next week! Time flies too fast when you’re juggling work, family, and friends (I know I’m not the only one!). Although autumn started months ago, California is becoming chilly as of recently so I can finally enjoy this chilly season. I rarely wear over the knee boots, but this pair is my current favorite.

I used to hesitate with wearing over the knee boots. Crazy, right? For some reason, I didn’t feel confident in them. I was always particular on over the knee boots since it can be easy to have the “Pretty Woman” hooker look…

As of lately, I’ve been wearing a lot of black… specifically all black outfits. Then I had an “ah-hah” moment and this outfit came together in less than two minutes. This all black outfit consists of a denim jacket by @trenddirector, basic turtleneck, denim skirt by Shein, and black over the knee boots by @fashion_youup/ Chinese Laundry). Lastly, I decided on finalizing the look with ZeroUV frames and mid-waist belt by B-Low The Belt. I love the turtleneck under the denim jacket since it reminds me of a masculine 60s fashion vibe. In this outfit, the over the knee boots made this outfit sexier because of the peak of skin on the thighs. It’s just a little, but just enough.

Quick update on my life:

I was a panelist at StyleCon and spoke alongside with 3 other beautiful successful women on the main stage. They were so empowered and inspiring that I felt a little intimidated by them. Although I was sweating from my nervousness, I was able to pull through and send out my message to the audience which made me happy. That day, I got to meet many fans and other fashion/beauty creators. Meeting people within the same community can really inspire you to do more. It’s just a beautiful thing to be able to meet others who have similar passions as you. StyleCon this year was very rewarding and gave me more motivation to create. Thanks for reading and let me know if you have any questions or comments! <3

Photos by Ryan Chua (IG: @ryanbyryanchua)

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New York Fashion Week

By TheYukiBomb October 2, 2017February 21, 2019 5 Comments 2 min read 2339 views

Fashion Week - NYFW Street Style by TheYukiBomb.com

New York Fashion Week – NYFW Street Style

Hey, Everyone! Its Yuki here and it feels good to be back in the blogging game! Much time has passed since I was able to write for myself. As some of you may know, I had another site before this one, and long story short, I didn’t fully own it. Now, I am extremely proud to say that I built TheYukiBomb.com all by myself (yes, which includes simple coding, design, and everything else that is required to build a site!). I spent long hours building this page by page, code by code. The reason why this site is my baby is that not only did I build it myself, but most importantly, I can share my thoughts, feelings, and passions with the world. I would like to start my first post with Fashion Week.

My First time in New York Fashion Week

Recently, I was honored to be able to attend New York Fashion Week. It was my first time in New York and I loved it! It definitely took some time for me to adjust the busy New York City life, but it was such a pleasure to be in a new city. I was able to attend multiple shows for Fashion Week such as Katie Gallagher, Timo Weiland, John Paul Ataker, Cindy Monteiro, and so much more. Fashion Week is such a frenzy! It was especially amazing to see all the attendees dressed to the nines, which gives me so much more inspiration with playing with my wardrobe. New York Fashion Week was amazing, and I am unquestionably coming back again.

For Fashion Week, I noticeably changed my wardrobe a bit. In this look, I am wearing a white fringe blouse by Never Fully Dressed, and leather pants by White Fox Boutique. My purse is from Michael Kors (which can carry more than it seems). My black boots are an old pair from Zara, but they are extremely comfortable which is a must for the streets of New York. This outfit is one of my absolute favorites and received many compliments for it from Fashion Week attendees. My favorite part about this white elegant top is how it flows as I walk or even turn. Thanks for reading and please keep in touch for the next post! <3

Fashion

My First Time in Europe: Traveling Solo to Paris

Traveling Solo to Paris, France

Preparing for My Trip

Traces of History…

What I’m Wearing

White Floral Dress by Zilea from Italy

Zilea – the Italian Luxury Brand

Intricate Designs

How I Wore It

All Black Outfit – Styling Over the Knee Boots

All Black with Over the Knee Boots

Quick update on my life:

New York Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week – NYFW Street Style

My First time in New York Fashion Week

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