I wouldn't be out of context if I said every sneakerhead has thought of customizing his/her sneakers — regardless of how big or small the custom — whether it be swapping out stock laces for sleek leather ones or completely altering the color of the shoe, which is what I did to my Levi's Air [...]
Why I Started Making Time For Weekly Workouts
The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends that adults should be physically active for thirty minutes a day, five times a week. In 2013, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that roughly 80% of Americans didn't get the recommended exercise they needed each week. Fact: The less physically active you are, the more likely you'll [...]
#OOTW: Celebrating International Women’s Day
On March 8th, I proudly wore purple to celebrate International Women's Day. The color purple symbolizes women, justice and dignity. While we still have a long way to go, progress is being made and we're stronger than ever. Here's a quick breakdown of my outfit below: Champion Reverse Weave Crewneck - Buy here There's a reason [...]
Recap: Under Armour, Finish Line NBA All-Star Weekend Kick-Off Events
2018's NBA All-Star Weekend (ASW) in LA was bustling to say the least and I was invited to attend Under Armour's (UA) HOVR House event where attendees like myself could weartest the HOVR Phantom and Sonic. Both footwear styles launched earlier this month and utilize UA's newest cushioning technology HOVR which "lifts you up" after [...]
My First Thoughts on the Saucony Shadow 5000 EVR
Saucony recently teamed up with German boutique solebox to debut their newest Originals model, the Shadow 5000 EVR. While the model is a modernized version of the classic Shadow 5000 silhouette, the Pink Devil colorway is a nod to both brands' well-liked 2012 Shadow 5000 collaboration. As soon as I got the Shadow 5000 EVR [...]
#OOTW: Athleisure Comfort
I'm a huge fan of athleisure. Being able to throw on tights, a tank top, a jean jacket and sneakers to meet up with a friend to grab coffee or go shoot hoops is effortless, stylish and most importantly comfortable. This is an essential outfit I wear at least once a week and this past [...]
#OOTW: Staying Cozy in Wintry Weather
I know a bomb cyclone hit the East Coast last week, but it's been chilly here in Los Angeles. High 50s and rain earlier this week which is considered cold by locals including me. We're spoiled and we know it. But one of the great attributes about cooler conditions is being able to layer, especially [...]
#OOTW: The Perfect Mix of Camo and Pink
New year, new blog segment! I'll be sharing my favorite outfit that I wore this past week, as well as links to where you can purchase each piece, if available. This week features the color scheme of camo and pink. I've been looking for the perfect pair of camo cargo pants for quite some time [...]
Kobe Bryant’s Jersey Retirement Ceremony at STAPLES Center
On Monday, December 18, 2017, the Los Angeles Lakers retired not one, but two of Kobe Bryant's jerseys, numbers 8 and 24, respectively, in a ceremony held during halftime at the Lakers vs. Warriors game. Both Magic Johnson and Jeanie Buss gave heartfelt speeches about the man of the hour before the Black Mamba took [...]
A Closer Look at the Premier x Saucony Freedom Runner “Stormlight”
John and the team over at Saucony were kind enough to send me their latest collaboration with Michigan-based boutique Premier. Interestingly enough, I used to buy Nike SBs from Premier pretty frequently and I quickly became a fan of the shop because of their customer service. Aside from shipping being cheap and fast - to [...]