I love pairing jeans with a plain black or white tee, which I then accessorize with tons of bright jewelries.

(listed in clockwise order, starting on the top-right)
Nasty Gal Oil Slick Collar Necklace – $42
ZARA Combination Mask Earrings – $16.90
Bex Rox Alabama Cuff – $353.17
Nasty Gal Like Sugar Satchel – $35
Nasty Gal Trip Out Shades – $40

Bonjour!

Outfit Combo: top: Asos, bottom: Zara skirt (old), and flats: via Saks Off 5th

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I swear this top makes me feel like I’m an extra in Beverly Hills 90210, the 90′s version that is.

Outfit Combo: blouse from ZARA, jeans from Uniqlo, sunglasses from ASOS, shoes from Urban Outfitters.
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… Is there any other kind?

Outfit Combo: top: Zara, bottom: Joe’s Jeans, flats: via Saks Off 5th and Marc Jacobs sunnies

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This is one of the first Persian dishes I learned to cook. After tasting the tangy-ness of the barberries I decided that I needed to make, and re-make this dish till I found other spices and aromas that worked to make it even more amazing.

Keep reading for my Persian Zereshk Polo (rice with chicken & barberries) recipe!

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Every time I wear this hat, people keep asking me if I just got back from a Thai vacation. Although I sincerely wish this was the truth, the hat’s origin is actually somewhere less exotic: my local Urban Outfitters store. I guess I’m just going to have to go on a vacation to Phuket. This way next time someone asks me, I can truthfully say that I did just get back from Thailand.

Outfit Combo: hat from t-shirt Urban Outfitters, jeans from Uniqlo, shirt from Uniqlo, sunglasses from Emporio Armani, boots from Dolce Vita, skull necklace from Brandi Melville, bag from Botkier.
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Punk is BACK!

Outfit Combo: top: Asos, bottom: Shabby Apple tinsel town skirt, bag: Alexander McQueen skull fold over clutch and booties: Sam Edelman

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Update (May 20, 2013): Congratulations to MJ for winning this giveaway!

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, so I HOPE everyone has already purchased their gifts. If NOT — get to it already you procrastinator you.

In honor of this very special holiday, Mimi & Chichi has partnered with Samantha Chang for another giveaway! One lucky winner will receive a gift card, valued at $150, to spend however your heart desires on the site. Even better, all of our readers are eligible for 20% off on the site (Promo – Mo13) starting today through Mother’s Day. (Hint hint: treat mom to a luxurious hand-painted silk kimono)

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I was on a business trip last week and had to leave Mimi behind for the whole week. Poor thing was so attention-starved that she kept following me around all Sunday afternoon. I was trying to think of a nail design to do and immediately knew it had to be kitty related.
ET VOILA, here it is! As if it wasn’t already obvious enough that I’m the crazy cat lady, now you can tell from my nails too.

Read on to learn how to do this design…

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So what do you think “LV” stands for? Because if you answer “Louis Vuitton”, you’ll be dead wrong…

Outfit Combo: t-shirt from Skreened, skirt from Dorothy Perkin, shoes from Marc Jacobs.
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Those who know me, know that I LOVE me some ramen! Given the chance, I would probably eat it daily. Because I enjoy it so much I have created a simple broth to make at home. AND while this is no momofuku — it’s still good to me!

Keep reading for my shoyu ramen recipe!

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‘Will you walk a little faster?’ said a whiting to a snail, There’s a porpoise close behind us, and he’s treading on my tail. See how eagerly the lobsters and the turtles all advance! They are waiting on the shingle — will you come and join the dance? — Alice in Wonderland

Outfit Combo: top: Asos, bottoms: shorts via Nordstrom, shoes: Manolo Blahnik – Hangisi Jewel Satin Pumps, bag: Alexander McQueen skull fold over clutch and Chanel sunnies

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What the heck am I doing on my apartment building’s roof, climbing the water tower wall? I was trying to get a better view of New York, duh! ☺

Outfit Combo: t-shirt from American Apparel, skirt from Uniqlo, hat from Topshop, earrings from Urban Outfitters, shoes from Urban Outfitters.

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In desperate need to update your closet for spring, but finding your wallet a little thin? We’ve got your back! Check out our list of fabulous budget-friendly finds. At under $30 each, these beauties won’t break your credit card or leave you with that post-shopping guilt. After all, retail therapy is supposed to make you feel good!

(listed left-to-right, top-to-bottom)
Mossimo Supply Co. Sleeveless Denim Dress – $24.99
Xhilaration Spaghetti Strap Eyelet Dress – $24.99
Urban Outfitters Traveler Watch – $28
Dorothy Perkins Oversize flower headband – $25
Dorothy Perkins Blue lily sunglasses – $14
Modcloth Gator Things to Come Bag – $29.99
Ecote T-Strap Sandal – $24

Rollin’ with the Homiès — South Central

Outfit Combo: top: Brian Lichtenburg, bottom: Zara, booties: Giuseppe Zanotti, and Gucci sunnies

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Believe it or not, in the six months that I’ve lived in New York, I never once crossed the Brooklyn Bridge on foot. So last Sunday, I talked my hubby into going for a romantic afternoon stroll down the bridge. Unfortunately, about elevety bajillion tourist had the same idea as me, so the walk wasn’t quite what I had pictured in my mind.
It’s all good though, since we made up for it by walking to Little Italy and having a romantic dinner afterwards. I did also try to talk him into having spaghetti kiss à la Lady and the Tramp, but I wasn’t so successful at that…

Outfit Combo: dress from Topshop, hat from Topshop, stockings from Spanx from ASOS, bag, sunglasses from ASOS, boots from Zara.

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It’s the, N-O, T-O, R-I, O, US, you just, lay down, slow …

Outfit Combo: top: Biggie Legends Crew sweater via Urban Wear House, dress (worn as skirt): Aiko via shopbop, shoes: Madewell, bag: Alexander McQueen skull fold over clutch, and Gucci sunnies

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This week, who is ready for some Persian goodness?!?? I know I am… NOM!

Keep reading for my Persian lubia polo (rice with green beans) recipe!

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Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking. — Miranda Priestly (The Devil Wears Prada)

Outfit Combo: top: blazer (last seen on Gita here) and top from Zara, bottom: Joe’s Jeans, booties: Sam Edelman and Emilio Pucci sunnies

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I was looking for a spring nail design to do and knew I wanted something ‘green’, but I wasn’t quite ready for the flower fields that spring is usually connected to. While browsing the net, I had seen an ombre nail design in which the effect was accomplished using a sponge. I had decided to try this out using neon green and silver polish for an edgy spring nail design.

It looks complicated, but it’s surprisingly not hard to do. Read on to find out how!

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