Let's face it, Argos will accept any excuse to be brought along on a fun staycation. Not many hotels are pet-friendly in Hong Kong, but a few of my favorites are and we can now add The Landmark Mandarin Oriental to that list of favorites. I had been wanting to stay at the Landmark Mandarin Oriental for over a year now, and with most of us staying close to home these days, I jumped at the opportunity to experience an ultimate staycation at this gorgeous luxury hotel for 2 nights in October 2020.
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Historical Staycation in Hong Kong
Style blogger or not, I’m always looking for new and new-to-me designers who create stunning, high-quality pieces to last for years to come. This past year, I discovered a few new-to-me Hong Kong designers and brands that have quickly become staples in my wardrobe.
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3 Hong Kong Designers to Know Now
One Year with InCircle
During this time at home, I've been doing a lot more research on small businesses to support and I think it's safe to say I have fallen in love with so many. I've found a lot of small businesses via Etsy, and I've come across some amazing merchants from around the world. Most items I have purchased via Etsy are handmade as well as custom made, making each purchase even more personal.
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The Etsy Shops I Cannot Stop Buying From
Ideas On How To Remain Calm Indoors
During this time of quarantine at home, I think a lot of us have been dedicating some extra time to our skin care routines - myself included. After some months of trial and error, I finally found a routine that my skin absolutely loves.
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The Latest Additions to my Skin Care Routine
Black Owned Businesses Founded by Women to Support
Ways To Help Others During COVID-19
Battling Anxiety During a Global Pandemic
There was one experience I knew I had to see and enjoy for myself during our one week visit to Japan, and that was to stay in a ryokan. Ryokans are more intimate than hotels, and they provide a much more authentic Japanese experience.
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Why You Should Stay In A Ryokan
Dressing in a vintage Japanese kimono did not feel like a costume, nor should it feel that way. It felt like I was wearing a piece of art. It felt like I was wearing a piece of Japan's history. Up until the 19th century, the kimono was the traditional form of clothing worn by everyone in the country. In fact, the word "kimono" is Japanese for "clothing." Kimonos represent Japan's heritage and culture, and they are one of the most universally recognized types of clothing.
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