Style

I began getting Botox in my early thirties when I moved to Korea, as it was affordable and readily available here. Plastic surgery and medical beauty clinics are ubiquitous in […]

We were crazy enough to plan a wedding in France while living in South Korea. It can be a daunting task to organize a wedding as an expat couple. Join me on my journey in finding the perfect wedding dress, shoes, and accessories!

As an expat bride in Korea with a wedding in France, I’ll share where you can buy wedding gowns in Korea, France, and online internationally.

An overview of my recent visit to the microblading studio, Stylash by Claire, in Seoul, South Korea! Microblading and lash extensions by owner Claire deliver stunning results with top-notch customer service. Expert care, cozy ambiance, and long-lasting results await you!

A local expat’s guide to finding free, cheap, mid-priced, and luxury furniture in Seoul, South Korea. Get ready to decorate!

Where to get your eyebrows microbladed at different English-speaking clinics in Seoul, South Korea with prices.

A little overview of popular Spring and Summer 2022 bags in Korea, featuring mostly Korean brands.

An overview of some of the most popular underwear shops and brands in South Korea, according to a local expat.

Everything I know about dealing with customs control in South Korea when importing goods for personal use, including tips & tricks for shopping.

Where to buy niche perfumes and popular fragrances in Seoul, South Korea, including Korean perfume brands.

A local’s guide to getting laser hair removal done at various beauty clinics in Seoul, South Korea.

Where to buy pre-loved luxury bags at consignment stores in Seoul, South Korea.

List of trendy Korean clothing stores and Korean brands that you can shop at locally in South Korea.

A Korean-American’s guide to the best websites to buy Korean Beauty (K-Beauty) products in the United States.

My experience getting a pair of Stuart Weitzman heels repaired in Seoul, South Korea

Handy guide to staying warm in Seoul during the long, cold winters, what to wear, and where to shop for cold-weather essentials in Korea.

Finding big shoes in Korea is a challenge. Here is a local’s guide to buying bigger-sized shoes (from a US size 8 to a US size 10) in Korea.

Recently, I splurged on a beautiful black, sequinned tulle dress for my birthday from My Theresa and sized up, thinking that it ran small. What a mistake! After the hassle […]

Popular among k-pop fans, you’ll hear the word ulzzang, or eoljjang (얼짱), thrown around a lot. Ulzzang means in English ‘best face’ or ‘good-looking’. It’s a Korean fashion and makeup […]

Sometimes when Korean clothes don’t suit you (or fit me well, in my case), it’s always good to be on the lookout for familiar brands with western sizing! Here is […]