Sally the Bactrian Camel Has Two Humps

Photographer: Self-timer & tripod

F21 silk long-sleeve romper (S) // F21 rose print tights // Xhilaration oxford flats (6)

Thrifted camel tote handbag

Yay for nitrolicious neutrals and it is finally Fall Break! Though I have to go in for research tomorrow, I am in full relaxation mode right now. Today, I only had one class and it was a successful venture into Tang Dynasty poetry and if I must say so myself, I did manage to say a profound thing or two. I really like that our professor actually led our discussion session today because he is patient, wise, and also listens well. I am such a literary dork but I love it. After class my boyfriend and I biked to the post office to get our passports renewed because we're going on a vacation during winter break to .... dun dun dun TAIWAN! I have never been anywhere in Asia besides Beijing, so this is super exciting for me and I absolutely cannot wait for all the food, fun, and intense shopping throw-downs! Things will fit, shoes will be small enough, and I will actually get to feel normal height :D If you know of any fun places in Taipei, definitely recommend!

After all the expensive renewal fees and awkward passport photos were done and over with, we went to enjoy some delicious bubble tea, smoothies, and froyo. There's a thrift store nearby that I never ventured into before and I found some crazy tall heels (probably about 6.5 inches). These made me about 5'10" holy cow. My phone pictures don't even do them justice. But for $25, I had to pass them up (though they were size 6 and 5 inches of pure platform!). Of course I can't walk in them but next time I go back, I might see if I can haggle haha. Those are iconic. I ended up buying this super cute camel briefcase-messenger bag-tote-handbag hybrid because I just love the colour and my current school purse is round bottomed and does not keep my notebooks standing up straight. It's most embarrassing and frustrating when I'm fumbling through the depths of my bag and there are people in line waiting behind me :( This square bottom cutie was too cute to pass up even though it cost $25. *sigh* Guess I won't ever save enough for that Canon Rebel T2i SLR I want so badly, eh? xD

I took out the tripod because Mrow Mii had to go do a Chinese yo-yo performance and the sun was setting on a beautiful autumn day without his photography skills. I got some strange stares from strangers still on campus for break and some staring followed by conversation with people I knew. I'm slowly but surely coming out of my little shell. I just love autumn when the temperature is just right. I wore this dark brown silk romper from F21 ($15.80) out today because I wanted to dress fashionably for the first time this hectic week. I thought that dark brown would suit me better than the bright red they had but I think this shade clashes a bit with my hair colour. I love that my hair is looking a bit ombre actually - I'm making peace with my roots. These tights are now my new favourites - I've seen this on the F21 models for a day and an age but never knew where to find them. They were $5.80 and have mesh with grey velvet rose patterns. Love love love and no rips so far! Of course, these Xhilaration (Target) brown oxfords are now my fave shoes ever too because they're comfy and finally FINALLY oxford flats! I'm so excited that last sentence wasn't even proper English. I ordered this pair and a black/white wingtip that I've wanted for so long in size 6's from Target.com and they fit pretty well. The toe is obviously too roomy for me so there are bends in my shoe when I step but I don't really care. Oxfords are the fall staple. Since I ordered two, it was buy one get one 50% off so each pair was $15. Totally awesome like bagels.

The worst things about rompers is that if you have to pee really badly, you're in trouble. I have to unbutton everything and it takes foreverrrr. Haha oh my adventures in clothing myself. Watching the Social Network tomorrow with my friends. I'm super pumped! Have the best weekend, loves!

ELF 60-80% Off Sale: Treasure Hunt Items + Shu Uemura Dupes?

Hi everyone! It's been a while since my last makeup post and ELF sent me a nifty email today about their 60-80% off Treasure Hunt sale going on 10/12 to 10/13 midnight PST. Certain items hidden throughout the site are 60% off for a limited time (the items will change randomly throughout the day).

Also, every order is 50% off (up to $7.50 USD discount): Use coupon code TREASURE at register

As of 7:01 PM CST, I found these items:

- Essential Brightening Eye Color in Luxe, Nouveau Neutrals, Ivy $1.00 $0.40

- Studio Lip Stain in Heartbreaker, First, Date, Fashionista $3.00 $1.20

- Studio Blush in Berry Merry, Blushing Rose $3.00 $1.20

I spy some cool new falsies ELF has in store! Whether it's for Halloween or some Shu Uemura drool-worthy dupes, I definitely want to get my hands on some of these with my next order.

[Credit: images from eyeslipsface.com]

Essentials Dramatic Full False Eyelashes-Limited Edition in Teal Blue, Neon Pink, Black/Brown $3.00

Essentials Dramatic Length False Eyelashes-Limited Edition in Teal Blue, Purple, Neon Pink $3.00

Have fun searching and have a great day! I just got out of lab and need a nap before I write up an outfit post. Whew! Only 2 days until my much-needed one-day Fall Break. 

PS. Happy Birthday to my best friend ♥ !

Emergency Flares are Substitutes for Nunchucks

 

 

Disclaimer: No animals were harmed in the taking of this photo

H&M striped flare bottom sweater (XS) // F21 skinny jeans (26) // 

H&M camel 100% leather skinny belt (31-32") // F21 knit circle scarf //

F21 heart knee high socks // American Eagle Payless bow flats //

F21 rings // Revlon Lilac Pastelle nail polish

Photographer: My boyfriend

Hurray for the weekend again! Little stresses popped up here and there this week, but it was mostly pretty cheery and warm. I got my Physics exam score back and it was a pleasant surprise. Thankfully my experience so far with my course radiates positivity - from the lectures, to the a-ha moments, to chill labs, to exams that I can actually get good grades on. On Tuesday, my horseshoe crab optic nerve was also firing beautifully. Action potentials are music to my ears.

I'm trying this new thing with blabbing dictionaries worth of text below all my pictures so that Pandaphilia will actually seem more like a fashion blog than a place for random mind garble. I will tag my clothes in more traditional fashion format, but I simply can't bring myself to type everything in Courier.

This is the outfit I wore today to class. Yesterday, my suitemate and I went to the mall to do some serious retail therapy at H&M. I heard they were having their 10 year anniversary sale, with many things $10 off in store, and boy was I right. There were so many wonderful pieces marked down! I will post pictures of the outfits I styled in the dressing room tomorrow haha. I chose this sweater top ($17.95 USD) because I liked the pattern and my suitemate liked the fit and flare bottom. This 100% leather camel skinny belt in 31-32" ($12.95) is a perfect addition to any outfit. I call it my magic skinny belt because it transforms anything shapeless into a perfectly fitted loose piece. $13 is a little much to shell out but after trying on about 5 different outfits with it, I decided it was too good to pass up. Plus, finally a skinny belt that actually has enough darn loop holes to work as an actual belt! I do have to tuck in the several inches of extra material though, but no harm done.

The white circle scarf is one my boyfriend helped pick out at Forever 21 a couple of weeks ago. He liked the knit pattern and I wanted something warm that can fill all the gaping holes from v-necks and other lower cut shirts during windy and chilly days. For pants, I just wore my old pair of skinnies for a classic black and black bow flats with knee high heart-print socks. Dark autumn outfit: check. Way too warm for today: check.

My suitemate found these adorable rings at F21 last night for only $1.50 for a set of 3. We both got silver sets in size 6 and I also picked a cute bow one with a dangling pearl. There's a blingier bow one that I haven't worn yet but I'm glad these are so cheap - no guilt in washing hands with them on. I'm really bad about wearing jewelry because if I have to take it off to shower, it will never be put back on. Hence, boxes and boxes of unused rings, earrings, necklaces :/ I should make a habit of actually wearing my cache of shiny trinkets.

Even though it's already fall, I can't resist the allure of spring pastels, hence the Revlon Lilac Pastelle nails. I got this bottle for $0.99 because Walgreens was having a clearout of Revlon polishes. The application was super smooth but with some intense lab work it's already been chipping. I didn't use top coat though. It's a strange colour against my skin but it's lilac and irresistable. Lastly, a cricket decided to join me in my adventures. I picked it up for a photo op then let it run along on its merry way.

Have a great weekend! I have had a wealth of awesome food recently: a friend's homemade curry and rice, 10-10 dinner, and endless bowls of spicy ramen xD Chuck, Glee, The Office to catch up on! Do you like this new layout of posts or prefer the old way? Change is always a good attempt, right?