Pursuit of what?

All images by my iPhone 5

It was as simple as following my gut feelings. The instinct inside every part of my body yelling out all the reasons to follow what my beating heart says. But I didn't. And there is absolutely no room for regrets.  What am I talking about, you ask? My move to Paris. Towards the last few weeks before my flight, there was already strong hesitation. Leaving my family and friends was something I thought I was pretty damn good at - until now - obviously proven otherwise.

Home Sick...

On a prettier note, photo gallery has levelled up 732%. The weather here has been slightly cranky, but I did manage to enjoy 2 days of sunny clear blue skies. & if google isn't playing with my emotions, the forecast for the next couple of days is told to be 20 degrees in temperature. Seems like an Indian Summer has touched down this fall. (feeling so blessed and appreciative) Thank you.

Sincerely,
Judi Lee

Garden Daisies &my awesome big news~

Top: Topshop

Leather jacket: Bangkok

Midi skirt: Vintage

Sneakers: Superga

Bag: Alexander Wang

#Throwback random shoot my sister (@zxnn) and I took awhile back when I was in Singapore. 7 levels down from my apartment, this field of grass was so impromptu and the most convenient location we have ever decided and agreed on. The saturation of the grass and red gates in the background were perfect for my daisies printed midi skirt. During a vintage hunt, I dug through a pile of unwanted skirts in my usual market, hoping to find some winter clothing for my move to Europe later this year. (Yessss! My secret is out - Gbye Asia.) I managed to acquire couple of outerwear and warm wool skirts to survive the cold weather. But alas, this daisy printed skirt was my favourite gem of all, for now. The flower and colour of the skirt is perfect for this current season, but yet also prepping me for my beloved departure towards London - where the skies are gloomy and grey, but the cities cannot be more alive bustling with colours. I can't wait to tell you more about my itinerary around Europe and why I am moving to London. But for now, I am still on my 9-5 desk job, completing my final project for the Muslim Fasting Month festival. Until then, I hope you are having a fantastic Monday~

Sincerely,

Judi

Pop of Orange

Crop top: Topshop
Tweed skirt: Marni (Worn here as well)
Sneakers: Superga
Sunglasses: Ray ban
Clutch bag: Zara

The striking neon orange clutch isnt really mine. I bought them as a present along with some other goodies for my sister's 17th birthday present. As we were growing up (I was the older one by default), my clothes were always rummaged by my 5 years younger sister. Too often, I would be really upset and get mad at her for borrowing without asking. Clearly I wasn't very generous and had difficulties sharing back then. :/ Now, half her wardrobe is filled with stuff that I bought for her over the years and my unproclaimed unwanted clothes (which basically means that I have stopped wearing them). The other half is filled with potential pieces of clothing that I secretly adore. Sometimes, I would try to sneak  my favourite few into my luggage and bring in back with me to Jakarta - hehe~ Sorry Zann.
I guess what I am trying to say is that we have been through so much together (think - shaving your legs when you were 6)and we naturally grew into young women with a more define personality. Its awesome how my sister is also my best friend and my favourite person.

I love you - x

Sincerely,
Judi

It's a Circus Carnival

Yet another splendid party organized by the hosts of the Gatsby house. Fire throwers; jugglers; tarot card reading; cotton candy; endless booze. It was a carnival indeed. 

Thank you for the amazing circus you have created overnight with the craziest people turning up. I'll continue roller skating around until my time in Jakarta comes to an end. I love you girls- Sam/Alisa/Jane/Daisy/Agnes. You make loving J-town simple.

A night for one to never forget.

x

Also, special thanks to Alan Llewellyn for his sensational photography skills.

Lots of love~

Sister's Birthday.

Your hands wipe away tears that I cry. Your smile brings my heart such joy.

You're the best person any sister could ever ask for, and I would never ask for anything more.

My best friend, my sister, my girly.

I love you.

Sincerely,

Judi

Not gone!

Sorry for the hiatus, again. 

Taking a short break from blogging. No, I am not being lazy - Just working on a new project.

Watch this space. Something new and fresh will be coming up! 

xx

Overalls & Me

Overalls: Bangkok ; Tee: Nikoo ; Acrylic wedge: Jeffrey Campbell ; Cap: ASOS ; Shades: Vintage Ray Bans 

2 weekends ago, I was in Singapore for a 14 hours trip to tie up some loose ends. 

Current city: Jakarta

Although my life have been pretty hectic with work and other stuff right now, I've still got Singapore at the back of my head. Catching up supper with my best friend and having early breakfast with my sister was definitely the highlight of my April. What my sister made me realise was that I have not been home in more than 2 months and that we miss each other too much. Now, I wouldn't blame her for getting mad at me. But at the same time, sometimes you just gotta go on a hiatus so you can freshen up and get back into the swing of things, don’t ya think? Hehe!

Anyway, this overalls was such a score (SGD$12) at the Terminal 21 mall in Bangkok. The tweed light weight fabric was exactly what was needed. It didn't cling onto my body unnecessarily, and neither was it too baggy. Just puuurfect~ Paired them with my over-worn vintage Ray Ban's, Jeffrey Campbell acrylic wedge, and a pretty not-so- basic tee. This black shimmery crew neck t-shirt that I got at a yard sale is probably the most versatile tee that I own. It is by an Indonesian local label, Nikoo. Trust me, this is definitely gonna be one of my favourites to be on rotation. 

Ps: wearing basics; no prints, or bold colors, will always be my default outfit.

xx

Sincerely,

Judi