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Bringing Fake LA to Asia

Bunnie — Mon, 14 May 2012 06:27:13 +0000

Sorry for the not so good quality of photos, but I had to improvise with the little resources I had… as in no photographer, no tripod, no mirror and poor lighting. But I did okay right?

I finally had a chance to do an outfit post with this awesomely cool tee that was sent to me by Fake LA. It’s one of the most luxurious and soft casual tee’s I’ve ever worn and I love the unique cowl back it has. Since their launch, Fake LA has gained a large following by celebrities and trendsetters and can be found in one of my favorite boutiques in LA — Kitson! If you have a moment, check out the rest of their tees for men and women on their site.

On another note, do you guys remember the store Accessorize? It was kind of like a Claire’s and Icing, but I don’t think it’s anywhere in Vancouver anymore. Anyway, the store is everywhere in Taipei and I find it pretty pricey. But I had to get that pink bow ring in my photo. I don’t know why. It’s so childish… and Asian. But I love!

I hope everybunny’s been enjoying their weeks and weekends! I’ve been in Taipei for just over 2 weeks now and I’m going to HK on Thursday. This trip is going by so quickly, I don’t want it to end!

XO,

daily outfits while in taiwan

Bunnie — Tue, 08 May 2012 18:23:13 +0000

Instagram is awesome. (Follow me? @thebunniebar) I’m so thrilled that I get to use it while I’m here in Taiwan. Once I get back to Vancouver though, I’m going to have to get an iPhone, STAT. Or I’m going to have a bad case of instagram withdrawal.

I’m not very good at dressing for the weather here. But then again, I’m not very good at dressing for the weather back at home either. There are days when it feels like I’m walking around in a sauna. And days I swear it’s warmer on a Vancouver summer day. And sometimes, I think I’m a hot shot, so I venture out in a cardigan or jacket. And I walk. And walk. And walk. And secretly, beads of sweat are rolling down my back, hair plastered to my skin. I’m so hot. Literally.

And I try to hold out for as long as I can. But it doesn’t get better. You can’t even take your jacket off, in fear that your clothes are damp and your armpits are wet. Your only hope is to go indoors to air conditioning, but even then sometimes, you’re still sweating like a @#$%ing pig. And other times, you get super cold. Ugh.

So anyway, which is your favorite outfit of the day?

On a brighter note, my Mandarin has improved minimally. I can now say things like If you were a bit cuter, I would like you and fart, butt, and idiot. Pretty impressive, right?

XO,

hello from taipei

Bunnie — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:02:51 +0000

After a long 13 hour flight, I landed in Taipei this morning at 6am local time. I was really dreading the flight, but it didn’t turn out to be too bad. When I boarded at 1am Vancouver time, I was already very tired so you can imagine how fast I zoinked out as soon as I got on the plane… Only to be woken up a couple of hours later to eat… dinner?? Who the hell eats at 3am?? It was probably the most awkward meal I had — half of me was really grumpy and tired and the other half couldn’t resist the smell of the chicken on rice. It was actually pretty good. I ate it all. For the remainder of the flight I watched Hugo and MI:4. They were both good, entertaining and killed a good few hours.

Today, I realized how useless I am here, not being able to speak a word of Mandarin. Okay, I lied. I can say a few things like I’m hungry, no, and I’m a little white bunny. I walked around some mall and didn’t understand a single thing the sales people said to me. I just smiled and scurried away. On the cab ride home, a friend had to tell the cab where to take me before sending me off. And during the ride, the driver said something to me. I have no idea what. Whatever it was, I still made it home.

Zara trench coat, shoes | Banana Republic top | Urban Outfitters jeans (similar) | Marc by Marc bag
Front & Co necklace

Unfortunately I don’t have pictures to show you from my trip yet. (Photo is from Vancouver.) But I’ve only been here for half a day so far. I’m falling asleep as I’m writing this. It’s only 5pm here, but my body is telling me it’s 2am and I’m too old to be up. BTW, I had my first Taiwan poop today. :) It sounds funny, so I just had to share. Nap time.

XO,

upper east side, please

Bunnie — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:24:34 +0000

Do you think I can pass for (pretend) housewives of Vancouver in this outfit? I feel like I look a little pretentious, stuck-up and high-maintenance, but I do feel fabulousss! I would wear this everyday if I could. Just kidding. I wouldn’t. Nothing beats jeans and a loose tee.

On Sunday though, I had a full pamper day. Something kind of typical of a housewife, right? Probably, but totally not typical for me. It started off by getting a mani-pedi (for $30!) with my BFF, followed by a hair cut (I asked to get too much trimmed off as usual) and my first facial ever at pHresh Spa! I felt girly. It was nice.

BTW, today. is. the. last. day. of. work. for. me. EVER. Just kidding. I wish. It is my last day, but I have a small feeling I may have to get a job or something maybe once more in my lifetime. Unless I end up being a real housewife. Not sure if I want that either though.

Before I go, I wanted to mention that I found this new way to wear the cardigan in this post. Yes, it’s a cardigan. And because I was feeling a little extra creative, I ended up reinventing it with a vintage brooch. I’m just a little proud of myself!

XO,

Photos: Bubby

just let loose

Bunnie — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:15:28 +0000

Hi everybunny!
I just created a Facebook page for my blog! Will you please “LIKE“ it? Much appreciated! :)

frolicking

hopping

waiting like a lady

When people point out that my jeans are ripped, I tell them I got beat up. They shut up.

laughing because sitting on a bench alone is so fun

Forever 21 blazer | Banana Republic sweater | Joe’s jeans (similar) | Aldo wedges

It’s starting to brighten up outside, which is why I’ve been frolicking around, being silly and all… not that I need that to prompt any sort of weirdness to come out. I’m also happily fluttering around because in 2 days, I will be on a plane to Asia! Sometimes I get a little obsessed with working, running errands and doing all the bunnie things I have to do (and I hate to admit it, but sometimes I think I enjoy stress) but I’m more than ready to shut down my brain for a bit and just live life.

On another note, aside from going to Taipei, I’ve officially booked a flight to Hong Kong as well. I have more family + friends there, so I’m very, very excited. I visited HK when I was 5, and that was the only place I ever went to in Asia. I remember that time when…. I don’t remember anything. I should probably start packing soon. How far in advanced does one start packing? And how much should I pack? I’m clearly inexperienced in this. What should I do on the plane for 13 hours? God, I hope I can sleep. Will I be jet lagged? Is that inevitable? Can you remind me of important things I need to bring?

Help.

XO,

Photos: Eric Darryl

mismatching is eclectic

Bunnie — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:32:18 +0000

I don’t know what I was thinking, but I think it turned out okay. This is one of those outfits where you literally grab whatever is closest to you — sometimes even blindly — put it on obviously, and run out the door. The next step is to pray that you look okay. Sound all too familiar?

It happens to me every now and then, but most of the time I have to pray REALLY hard that my outfit will suddenly change into something a bit more decent and well put together. Although this outfit is a mix of things from all over the spectrum in color, pattern and texture, it’s a mix that works for me. That’s my attempt at being eclectic. How’d I do?

XO,

Photos: Chin Chin

denim and sequins

Bunnie — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:20:32 +0000

Exactly one week to go before I’m off to Asia! It’s a bit surreal and I’m totally not prepared — there’s still so much to do, and seriously, so little time. April’s always a busy month with Easter (aka my 2nd birthday), and all the other real birthdays going on.

On another note, I went back to black. My hair that is. What do you think? I’ve gotten mixed opinions that it makes me look younger or makes me look older and oh-so-sophistique. I’m at that age where I’m not sure if I want to look older or younger. Problem.

One last note, I wanted to send some — birthday love to Kaz SVP – from Flagsh1p Lifestyle Inc. Wishing you a fabulous day and an amazing year. :)

XO,

Photos: Eric Darryl

I’m leaving, on a jet plane

Bunnie — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:45:14 +0000

Top Shop jacket | Urban Outfitters jeans (similar) | H&M sweater (similar)| Seychelles Wildlife Booties
Spring bag | Accessories: Tiffany, Aldo, BCBG, Winky Designs, DIY

Thanks to VancityBuzz and Patrick Leung for doing an “Around Town with Bunnie Bar” feature on me yesterday! Pat and I made a trip over to Lonsdale Quay last week, and although it was raining, it was a lot of fun! And cold.

Now for the even more exciting news… I quit my job and am running away to Asia to hide there until someone finds me and forces me to come back! Just kidding. Well, kind of. I did resign from my work, mainly because I felt like it was time for a change and because the time off I need is… too long.

I’m going to Taipei for 5 weeks. And I’m excited and nervous. The last time I went to Asia was 20 years ago, when I was 5. And since then, I haven’t really been much of an avid traveler, although I would love to be able to see more of the world. I also haven’t gone on a vacation that lasted longer than a week. Meaning that I haven’t been away from home, from family, from everything for…. more than a week. Just a month ago, I didn’t even have any idea when I’d visit Asia, if ever.

I made a vow to myself that I wouldn’t look back on this year and wish I did. So I’m trying to make a change. Create excitement. Take on challenges. And I stared with a comprehensive list of goals and resolutions at the beginning of the year. It’s hopping so far, and I hope it’ll only get better!

Of course, I’ll be updating you guys with whatever I’m doing while I’m away, so stay with me! BTW, any recommendations on things to do / eat /see while I’m there?

Photos by Patrick Leung

XO,

lace top and the hat, again

Bunnie — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:42:21 +0000

Joe Fresh blouse | H&M lace top (similar) | Aldo fedora (similar), shoes (similar) | Sample Sale blazer

It’s the hat again! I’m definitely getting some good wear out of it. Yesterday, I mentioned that I should post some of my work outfits once in a while. Today, I am doing just that. (And I may have taken these photos previously.)

A random memory hopped into my head the other day, and I thought I’d share. There was this one time, in band camp…. just kidding…. I was driving home from who knows where. As I drove through an intersection during traffic hour, my eye caught sight of this huge sign stuck on the lamp post: $5 manicure. Immediately, my eyes widened and I began to fill with pure excitement… Whaaat? $5 bitches!… until I realized it said: $5 manure. I didn’t end up getting it, obviously. That was it. The end.

If you’ve already heard this story, then…. whatever, you.

XO,

Photos: Eric Darryl

neutrals and red lipstick

Bunnie — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:41:19 +0000

Zara trench (similar) | H&M dress | Spring shoes (similar) | Chanel earrings (similar) | Forever 21 ring, bracelet

First of all, I’d like to apologize for the poor picture quality. As embarrassing as it is, I… had to use a point and shoot camera because my “better-one-which-I-don’t-know-how-to-use” ran out of batteries. I’d also like to apologize for the ugly floor. I’ve never said it, but it’s atrocious. It’s ugly now, and it’s ugly in my Outfit of the Day posts. If my mom read this, she’d probably smack me. Ugh.

Anyways, I’m undecided on what kind of image this outfit portrays. Am I classy and chic? Stuck-up and boring? Or a hip modern day investigator? Like, Sherlocklia Holmes?

Regardless, I made a bold move by wearing red lipstick. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve made many attempts to wear it, but they’re always followed by tissue dabbing.. and then vigorous rubbing, after realizing that red lipstick doesn’t come off easy. The H&M “color block” (more suitably, boring block) dress was a steal at $20. I ended up buying 2 of them… but I need to get them altered as they’re a little looser than I’d like.

My style is usually more street wear, but I thought I’d mix it up a bit with something dresser. Yay? or Nay? I should probably start posting some work outfits to avoid boring you to death.

XO,