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Hallo from Fashion Week Berlin

The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week has official started in Berlin and as expected, the venue was flooded with amazingly dressed individuals, non-stop throughout the whole day. Everywhere you go and turn, there’s inspiration after another. I don’t think I’ve …

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Taking the U-Bahn

I’ve landed in Deutschland! Although I’m still experiencing major jet-lag, everything has been great so far. Going to bed at 8am and waking up at 4pm isn’t very ideal, but the weather lately made it very easy to stay …

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Amsterdam: Schiphol

Visual Diary

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Christmas in January

I got my first package from BloggersWardrobe last week and oh my!, that got me all excited. It was like Christmas all over again. Aside from a box of clothing, accessories and hair products from Arelalizza, Pilgrim, and …

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Featured: HisStyleDiary

I have recently been interviewed by HisStyleDiary for their StyleSpotting column. Click to read the full interview.

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The Icons

I like to welcome the New Year by tidying things up, cleaning up and getting rid of the clutter that has accumulated in my space.  I came across this little tiny booklet from Ray.Ban, as you may have guessed, it …

Turning tables

I love love love this song, and I’ve listened to it many times, way too many — but something happened and I’ve stopped listening to it, not only this song but sadly, the full album (ADELE – 21).
I love how …

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Christmas Party

Last Friday night I attended a Christmas party by the company I interned for last summer, just right after I finished school. Although I was only with the company for four months, I am very flattered by the invitation …

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StyleSpy: Industry Insider Feature

The lovely ladies over at theStyleSpy.com did a little Industry Insider feature on me (and on lookbook.nu). Go go check it out!

Thanks to Erica Lam & Nicole Soon for the kind words. xo.

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Breakfast at TIFFANY & CO.

Just in time for the holiday, Tiffany & Co.celebrated the opening of an approximately 3,100-square-foot store in Oakridge Centre on December 7, 2011 …

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Denim and Leather

Here’s my attempt to somewhat look a like a straight man, obviously, it didn’t work. I have not worn this Jogg Jeans from Diesel since summer and I thought I would build this whole outfit around it.

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Red and Velvet

Dear rainbowbits and argyle knitted sweater: I am very sorry Amaly could not keep you. She had told me a lot of good things about you, so sure I would love you. I am very glad we …

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littleFashionisto for BloggersWardrobe

I’m pretty sure I have mentioned this before, but here I am, like a scratched disk again and again. I made this video for BloggersWardrobe, a brand new and very exciting collaboration project by 2 award winning advertising companies, …

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Vintage Blazer

I received this blazer from Beta por Homme (thank you Beate) as a gift not too long ago. I adore this blazer a lot and I love all the tiny bits of details it has: the fabric, the colors, …

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Mavi Jeans collab sneak peek

I recently got invited to style Mavi Jeans‘ Holiday Window display for their west 4th location.

Frontpage on Chictopia

It’s not that I’m too full of myself but this happened for the very first time, so I thought I’d blog about it.

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Rainbow Bits

Check out this cozy little lovelies I recently purchased from Neighbour. If you’re around the city and wanting your menswear fix, go check them out. They are slightly hidden behind Caya, right when you’re strolling down on Water …

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ADFM Stylist’s Pick

Holiday is just around the corner and I’ve got my picks for you from theADFMstore. Beside from being a littleFashionisto, I also have a huge appreciation for anything architecture and design. It will be very evident from the …

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That Afternoon

Weekend at Bernie’s Sunglasses from BonLook
Custom made shirt from MadeTailorCustom
Gloves from Joe Fresh
Wool Sweater from Zara
Belt (Glam pins) from tie-ups.it
Bag from H&M
Double Belt Loop trousers from JNBY
Brogues from Joe Fresh

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Spookbook Runner Up

Can you find me on the SpookBook.nu Halloween contest winner board above?
My Pinocchio Halloween costume landed a runner up win for the Lookbook DIY Halloween Contest, earning me a $100 AmericanApparel Gift Certificate.
I would like to thank my (lookbook) fans …

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He and She Wolf

Just another day at work with the lovely Kristina Shyr.

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Springfield Jeans Feature

I got a little feature over at SPRINGFIELD jeans. Very honored to be representing Canada as a trendy Denim wearer.

Runway bully

During an event I went to recently, I’ve encountered another form of bullying and I’ve contemplated whether to blog about or not, but for the sake of it, here it is, a tiny little story.

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A.D.F.M. Media Launch Party

Arts, Design, Music, and Fashion — these are the four main ingredients for Canada’s newest online modern lifestyle boutique, the ADFM store.
It was November of last year when founder/owner, Michelle Wong, came up with the initial concept and idea. …

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The cat and the Liar – My Halloween Tale

I know Halloween is so last week but I thought I’d post this anyways. Amaly and I agreed to dress up at work and it was such a fun day. What a fancy fab cat she was, and …

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Oxygene pour Homme

Aside from a few impulsive shopping trip this weekend, I also gifted myself a new cologne.

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When you wish upon a Star

Pinocchio for a day.

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212 – F/W 2011-2012 Preview

(212) showcased their Fall/Winter 2011/2012 collection last Thursday night at the Montauk Sofa in Gastown and I was there to check out what they have for us this season.

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Sheer and Leopard

hey hoy!. I caught bird in my background this time.
It has been EXTREMELY cold in Vancouver lately and although the sun is beaming bright, don’t let it fool you. I was shaking while taking this photo.
Meanwhile, I’m starting to regain …

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Breakfast at Tiffany’s

My week started off with a fabulous Breakfast at Tiffany’s. I had the great pleasure of meeting the designers of Tiffany Leather Collection, Richard Lambertson & John Truex.
The Tiffany Leather Collection was officially debuted in the Fall of last year. …

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Cool Cat

I just had a facial. no, seriously!

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Leather and Bullet

So the rainy season have started in Vancouver, and this is one of those “bundle up and keep warm” outfit I can’t get away with. Lord knows how many times I’ve compromised comfort/health over satisfying my fashion-conscience but sometimes you …

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Saturday Night

After a very uneventful Friday night for me, I decided I deserve to go out and have a little fun so as planned, I went out for a quick drink with the girls.
My friend Kristina has this super cute little …

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Illusion

You know I always tip-toe when taking photos to elongate myself, but with theses shoes from Doc Martens, they allow me to stand on my toes longer. It’s got a very hard exterior that can somehow with stand my weight. …

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Styling Tyra Banks

I was watching America’s Next Top Model All Star last night (like always, I try not to miss any episode, every season). I nearly fell off my chair when I saw Tyra’s outfit for the judging panel.

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Josh and Kazuki

Look what I found guys!!! Some anime/manga characters, named Josh and Kazuki, dressed inspired by me. A very talented artist from the blog ZERA ZERA ZERA put these characters into his favorite littleFashionisto outfits. Now isn’t that too …

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Good boy

Tweed Fedora Hat, Modern Amusement
Leather bow tie, OAK + FORT
Gingham Shirt, Zara Man
Shawl collared sweater, H&M
Dark Denim Jeans, Zara kids
Stripped socks, H&M
Blood Red Brogues, Joe Fresh

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Hennes & Mauritz

Last week, I got invited for the H&M Grand Opening @ Metrotown Mall and these are the items I had purchased.
One thing I sure to hit whenever I go shopping at any H&M location are the ‘boys’ department and the …

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I’m on Style.it / Yahoo.it

OMG! OMG! OMG! I am on the Italian chapter of Style.com and Yahoo.com

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LittleFashionisto + theADFMstore

Forget earth, wind, water and fire; Art, Design, Fashion and Music are the elements that are consumed and embraced in our everyday
lives. Launching this fall, online lifestyle boutique, A.D.F.M gives the world an opportunity to explore all facets of Art, …

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H&M @ Metrotown – Grand Opening

After much anticipation, the giant Swedish fashion brand, H&M, has finally opened it’s door last night in one of Canada’s largest malls, Metrotown. All the attendees were given an exclusive 20% discount on all the merchandise.
It was a fantastic …

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Ding dong! it’s Amaly and Me

Photo taken by a very talented local photographer, Peter Jensen during Vancouver Eco Fashion Week. I look tired and exhausted, no? truth is, I was really tired and restless that day. I specially love Amaly’s outfit here (don’t mind …

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Scribbled

Look at this cute little illustration of me (I said the illustration is cute, not me). This artwork is made by the super talented Ryan Hunt of scribblez454
You will also find the reference look Ryan used to illustrate …

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Back to Prep

I haven’t really worn a shirt + V-neck sweater combo in a while. Although this look is a little preppy, it has a very sort of unpredictable-preppy quality to it. With the clear round-framed glasses + the leather …

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The Global Party x littleFashionisto

I know it’s a little late but remember that invitation I got for The Global Party?
With 80 parties around the world all happening within 24 hours, The Global Party is definitely “THE” party to remember. Held at the Opus …

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My look for vMFW

What I wore for the Vancouver Menswear Fashion Week.

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Black

As plain as just a simple black outfit, but like that “little black dress’ for the ladies, I think this look is strong edgy. Simple color story and clean lines and detailing can be a great backdrop for amazing …

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Jacqueline Conoir

Boutique & Studio Flagship Opening

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Wardrobe Update

New things in my closet

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Hold on – Yellow Ostrich

I got this song from the Starbuck’s Music pick of the week. For those of you who don’t know what that is, Starbucks puts out a stack of cards, much like the photo above, every Tuesday which you can …

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Doc Martens

Have you met Martens? Doc Martens?

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Denim on Denim for Fall

You have seen me do denim + denim in the summer, so here’s rendition of the idea for fall. I don’t know if you’ve noticed but I am in love with these round-inventor’s sunglasses. I love it’s gold …

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Mom’s Pajama Pants

I love the simplicity and corky-ness of this look. Basic and classic but fun was injected by my mom’s pajama pants.

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Double Breasted

I used to always think double-breasted blazers would never work for me. I just simply assume they are meant to be for older gentleman. I also do not like the possibility of my shoulder to appear wider. …

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VancouverView Magazine

The current issue of VancouverView Magazine is out, featuring Vancouver’s local Personal Style Bloggers, including myself.

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Meet Paul

The new love of my (wardrobe) life.

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Minimalist

Clean and simple, sharp tailoring and great details.

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Zara Metrotown: remodeled

I was running errands after work yesterday and I thought I’d pop by the newly renovated Zara in Metrotown Mall. With a lot buzz and hype it’s making, I thought it was worth checking it out.
When you first walk …

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First day of Fall

Minimal & Neutral with lots of texture. I feel like yesterday was officially the first day of Fall, although it’s upsetting that summer is over — I’m pretty excited to layer and bulk up again — lazy cold days …

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The Gap

This look is basically the same as my previous one, obviously without the second shirt worn as skirt.
I’m always very confident of what I wear BUT SOMETIMES, there are ‘dingy’ area of Vancouver, where the possibility of me getting gay-bashed …

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Shirt + Skirt

I have seen a lot of girls do this “shirt-worn-skirt” lately so I thought I should give it a try.

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Final Round: Blogger’s Wardrobe

As you may all know already (from a couple of my previous posts), I have been given this amazing opportunity to be part of a great new project called “Bloggers Wardrobe” — and for me to be officially part of …

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Featured: NeverLazy

Good Morning Everyone. Happy Friday! Just before the weekend starts, here’s another online feature I got recently. I did a mini-interview with the Neverlazy Magazine. I hope I’m making you proud. Thanks for all the support …

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Woven Oxford

Another look before summer is finally over. Casual with slight hint of being dressy. I love how the look was elevated by the linen blazer and the woven oxford.

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The Global Party

I came home sometime last week with a box sitting on my desk. It didn’t have a return address so I was a little puzzled at first. It turned out, it’s an exclusive invitation to The Global Party …

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Neutral but not boring

Neutrals don’t have to be boring. There’s are many other aspects of an outfit you can play with; throw in your vintage piece, play with texture (braided leather belt and a slight touch of leather)
The first time I got these …

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Paisley and Mustard

With the weather slightly cooling down, this linen blazer is great to keep you stylish during the day and warm at night. I picked a classic V-neck t-shirt for a clean simple look, playing with bold color on the mustard …

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Get the Look: Rocking Leopard #2

headphones, eskuché
white shirt, madetailorcustom.com
leopard tie, Zara
trousers, custom made
leather biker jacket, H&M
socks, H&M
patent leather brogues, Joe Fresh

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Grandpa

My mom said I look like an old man — PERfECT! for the very first time, my mom pointed out correctly what look I was going for (in the past, she described my outfits as fisherman, garbage collector, astronaut, bus …

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Get the look: Rocking Leopard

headphones, eskuché
leopard shirt, Zara
shorts, DIY
studded belt, Zara
socks, H&M
patent leather brogues, Joe Fresh

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StyleStar (The Block Magazine Feature)

I was recently featured on The Block Magazine online.

“In the realm of countless style bloggers, M’c kenneth Licon stands out with his finely curated personal fashion diary Little Fashionisto. We love how this pint-sized blogger hurdles though the challenges of …

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Get the Look: Diaper Shorts

blazer, JNBY – Croquis Collection S/S11
striped t-shirt, Zara Man
diaper shorts, Zara Girls
Tan oxford shoes, Zara Woman
Canvas Clutch, Zara Man
Clubmaster, vintage from USED

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Get the Look: Before the Summer Ends

Blazer, JNBY – Croquis S/S11 Collection
T-shirt, Zara Man
Shorts, DIY (mom’s old capri pants)
Hats, H&M
Wayfarer, Ray Ban
FAKE Chanel Tote, DIY (hand beaded/painted)
Studded Belt, Zara Man
Sandals, Zara Kids

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Before the Summer ends

Nicole and I went out yesterday for a stroll down by the beach (English Bay). Summer is coming to an end and we just wanted to enjoy as much sunny days as we can before the cold comes. …

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Pedestrian

Just before summer ends, here’s another look. It has gotten way too hot even a linen blazer wasn’t very ideal, so I had to strip the blazer off, but then I thought the look was too plain, so I …

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Rocking Leopard

This is how I would rock a leopard shirt and an eskuché headphone. I love the juxtaposition of casual pieces, such as the denim vest and the studded belt — paired up with the patent leather brogues and the loud …

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Sean O

I know this might look like a sick obsession but I’m human and I’m allowed to have crushes (aahihihiih). My all time male-model crush, Sean O’pry, did another campaign for Zara Menswear’s Fall collection — and I couldn’t help …

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JNBY Croquois Fall 2011

A little sneak preview of JNBY’s Croquois Fall 2011 Collection

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Accessories for Men; bracelet

Accessories are often forgotten in Menswear when in fact, it’s one of the best thing menswear has to offer. Besides from tie and tie clips, there are many other option men can separate themselves from their next door office mate.

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Instagram

If you have an iphone, instagram is a must application to download. It turns your camera phone into a personal Tumblr web-blog. All you need is a good eye and fantastic framing. You don’t need to worry …

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I was leaving work today and since the studio is on the 6th floor, I have to take the elevator numerous times a day. It has been a habit of mine to sing-my-heart out when alone in every elevator …

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Knits on Sale

It’s mid-august and I am buying knits like crazy. Summer this year is a bit disappointing. I haven’t even really worn half of the clothes I planed to wear this summer and fall is already on its way. …