Blogging has exposed me to a great deal of things, like viewing my surroundings in a different light and feeding my constant hunger to see more of the outside world. I didn't use to pursue travelling that much in the past, but as my perspectives evolved with age, the destinations I hope to visit one day have also transited with time. Ask me today, and I'll tell you the places you'll never thought of visiting. I went to Jakarta with no expectations, and although this city isn't exactly the cleanest nor safest city to live in, with dwellings perched along open sewages and pickpockets lurking all around, this trip took me completely by surprise, and it was sure one hell of a ride. Apart from being stuck in the infamous traffic situation, we were treated like royalty throughout our whole stay– being chauffeured around places, pampering ourselves to first class movie premiers, spas, massages and hair treatments every other day and did I also mention, Jakarta's vintage shopping is a game-changer? Vintage shopping is often a hit-or-miss... and I was lucky enough to score a suit dress for four bucks! It's such a huge pity the flood situation prevented us from going anywhere further and scouting more treasures in Surabaya though, but I'm sure I'll be back for more. The memories we get from travelling is priceless, and I'm thankful I'm blessed with such amazing company whom I can keep close to heart in and out of school. Thank you Beby for being such a darling host.. I swear I've never been fed so well.

Being captured against a scene which seems too surreal to believe, the five of us dragged ourselves out of bed before dawn and travelled up north for five hours just to have a moment with the breathtaking view of Tangkuban Perahu, Bandung. This marks my virgin experience of coming this close to a dormant volcano, and we did nothing but marvel at the sheer beauty for more than an hour, half the time risking our lives climbing over barricades and steep slopes just to find perfect angles to capture the whole landscape. I celebrated this reigning moment of being 2,520 feet above sea level with this delicate piece, which finally gets the attention it deserves. I really ought to give myself a tight slap for neglecting this piece for the longest time. There's still a bit adjusting to do here at home, but it's another four days and I'm off again to reunite with one of the cities I'll always keep close to my heart. Till then!

My first morning in Jakarta greeted me with a hot, piping bowl of Bakso (beefball noodles) along one of the roadside stalls in Beby's neighborhood. It isn't often where I get the chance to wake up in a foreign place in the perspective of a local, and I simply miss that city– snagging jaw-dropping vintage deals at the local market, attempting an Indonesian 'tai-tai' hairdo, having food served to us 24/7... and I'm still widely amazed by how Indonesians take their chili very, very seriously. All along, I thought I could adapt to spicy food well enough, but no, the locals' tolerance for spiciness is a whole new level altogether. I promise I'll be back for you, Jakarta. Next stop: Bangkok!

For someone who's not a huge fan of amusement parks, I was experiencing a mind-blowing moment when I stepped onto the shores of Danga Bay. It was my first visit here, and unlike the usual theme parks I've visited, this place evoked some sense of nostalgia. Somehow, even when there's hardly anyone around, there always seems to be this breeze which promises excitement– it's as though I was travelling back in time, and the whole atmosphere was bursting with this old-world charm which makes me want to keep coming back for more. And just so you know, it's only appropriate that every carnival experience deserves a tutu skirt moment... even if it means risking your life and crossing borders in a highly inappropriate ensemble. Have a great week ahead folks!

Not quite over the hectic week I've conquered, this is yet another one-piece which I've recently acquired at a steal in the midst of sourcing for my final project. I'm not quite a fan of such loud print, but ever since it made it's debut on the runway, there's just something alluring about this much raved optical print which makes it so contagious. My presence on this space might be a little irregular as of late, but hang on with me for a little while longer, will you? It's down to three more weeks and I'll officially be done with my third year of college! Big plans await.