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#ImWearingRI x Cute Summer Pieces to Shop at River Island

#ImWearingRI x Cute Summer Pieces to Shop at River Island

Summer in the air. So excited to partner with River Island and share two looks with so many cute summer pieces I recently found. From a statement and bright top to killer mules.

How To Style A Gingham Linen Shirt 2 Ways

How To Style A Gingham Linen Shirt 2 Ways

Ditch your plain white shirt for this gingham print linen shirt this spring. It surely brightens up your day!! Showing you how you can rock it 2 ways from a casual girly to relaxed sophisticated look.

I Found The Perfect Workout Top That I Can Wear All Day

I Found The Perfect Workout Top That I Can Wear All Day

The perfect simple top to style my day look and then workout in. Nothing can beat a simple yet comfortable UNIQLO's new AIRism bratop.

Perfect Leather Kicks for Casual Spring

Perfect Leather Kicks for Casual Spring

As you guys know my style already, I am not a huge fan of sneakers. But when you find a pair of leather kicks that so well-made in Italian leather, you can't really say NO to them. 

Protect Your Eyes In A Stylish Way

Protect Your Eyes In A Stylish Way

When you can look so chic with glasses, and they actually protect your eyes, what's not to love about them!

Cozyy Layers

Cozyy Layers

Are you looking for a soft and cozy cardigan? Well, I've got you covered! Read more where I found mine! It's actually under $50!!

Make A Scene // Win A Pair of Shoes & A Fun Party at Your Favorite Spot

Make A Scene // Win A Pair of Shoes & A Fun Party at Your Favorite Spot

It's officially summer season! Get free pair of summer shoes or sandals! A N D... free party at your favorite place! Read more how to enter!

Will You Be My Valentine? Valentine's Day Look with Forever 21

Will You Be My Valentine? Valentine's Day Look with Forever 21

Tremendously excited to team up with @shopforever21now / @forever21 to bring you my second Valentine's look!

Boho Floral In A Rainy City

Boho Floral In A Rainy City

My first styling collabo look with a local hippie-boho clothing boutique "Fox + The Feather"

Are You #LookBatterNaked Enough?


Hi LOVEs!
Today's ALC (AikA's Love Closet) is a bit of different than usual, brining you more of the "healthy & athletic" side of fashion!
If you have followed me on my Insta (If you haven't, please follow me!), you probably know that I've been teaming up with David Barton Gym for the #LookBetterNaked challenge!

Back in June, I was super thrilled for the start of summer. I had been working very hard as a flag performer for Seafair, the biggest and most exiting summer festivals in Seattle. I always wanted to work out to get into better shape because I wasn't very satisfied with how I looked at the time, especially around my belly and arms. Nonetheless, because there were so many crazy things going on in my life, I never made going to a gym or even workout at home a priority.  For the parade at Seafair  I had to march nearly 2 miles continuously, so I seriously needed to build some muscles to be ready for that!
So I was very excited for this great offer/opportunity/challenge that David Barton Gym gave me! It was such a P E R F E C T time!

With my surprise (Like a BIG surprise!), they are not a gym AT ALL! Firstly, they are located in the center of high-end fashion brand shops, which makes me feel very luxurious every time I go to "workout!" Where in the world does a gym make you feel that way? Then, right after you step into the gym, the breathtaking futuristically architectural entrance welcomes you with upbeat DJ music, and their atmosphere really reminds me of a fancy club! (Yes, I used to love going out every Friday and Saturday!) Every single place you go, including the shower rooms and changing room, you might forget that you are actually at the gym for workout!! 
Here are the pictures you can peek Seattle David Barton Gym...
On my first day, outward of the gym and me in it :)

DBG entrance, amazing isn't it?

WOW inside lounge, loving the long sofa!


So now... you believe what I was just talking about? (More photos here if you'd like)
Thanks to what David Barton Gym offers, I've totally enjoyed for the last three months of my workout there. I wish I could have gone more often (because I live far away from the gym. Three hour round-way bus commuting is not so adequate to go to a gym...) and could have more time to utilize all the services I could have taken advantage of, such as group sessions, yoga and pilates classes, and even a steaming room!


But, here are some photos I snapped during my gym time at DBG!

 One of my my regular workouts!

Fun boxing!! 

With an 'Uhhh gimme a break' silly face... :p

But first, let me take a selfie :) 



And... you can't forget workout #OOTDs!! 

After 3 months at David Barton Gym, I can totally admit that I have successfully transformed my body to the point that I envisioned it. To commemorate this success, I decided to photoshoot in TRIANGL underwear and in an outfit that highlights my abs! 


To be honest with you, I have actually never embraced my body as much as I do right now. I think I mentioned several times before that I always felt inferior or incomplete due to having a long torso and short legs. I still have trouble completely accepting them, however, throughout the workout experience with David Barton Gym, I finally learned how I can make myself happier with the areas I don't like. You can definitely built self-assurance if you work hard and try to strongly believe that you can achieve to do that, no matter what. Clear picturing that 'you can do it' is the key to success, and don't forget to give yourself a round of applause when you accomplish! The confidence and inner happiness is all in 'YOU', and putting in great effort always pays off at the end, no matter how long it will take...
I really want to say thank you to the team at David Barton Gym for this fun and amazing adventure! If you happen to be looking for a gym or are getting tired of the gym you are currently going and want a new place,  David Barton Gym should be at the top of your list of places to check out!!

Definitely I will miss going to DBG!
Hopefully your have an amazing weekend ♥



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Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by David Barton Gym. All opinions expressed are my own and it has not been edited by third parties 

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"What are your top 5 things you can't live without?"

If somebody asks me this question, without a doubt, I would immediately answer "My cell phone is definitely one of them." To me, a cell phone is not just a tool to communicate with people, it's a device that helps make my life easier and more enjoyable. I honestly can't live without it. I don't think it would be too much to say this, but it's a huge part of my life now. As a fashion blogger, I always want to be accessible to social media, net-surfing for fashion inspirations and trends, and even snapping lovely photos I unexpectedly encounter!!
However, I always get frustrated when I use up my battery so fast by multi-tasking on my phone. Navigating my way to destinations, replying to emails, facebooking/instagramming, editing photos, and more is quite a lot. Even though my cell phone has pretty good battery life, there is no way that my cel phone could survive whole day while doing so many things. Typically, my phone is dying halfway through the day. I know it's crazy, huh? So now I literally CAN'T leave my house without a phone charger!!! It's very handy and saves my life so many times! I love that I can use my cell phone as much as I want to, not panicking "Omg!! I only have 3% buttery! I need to charge my phone, but there is no place to do that!" I know the majority of you have been in these same shoes, haven't you? 

Well, today I am very happy to introduce a newly released stylish, yet practical portable charger that will be your life saver, from Lumsing


 

They unveiled a new product called 10400mah Harmonica Style Porable Charger which highlights its beautiful harmonica design with handy UV craft and high wear-resisting finish. It enables you to charge an iPhone four to five times, a Galaxy S3 three times, or an iPad/iPad 2 once. How amazing is that?!

I am really impressed by how gorgeous their appearance is! My current charger unfortunately isn't a fashion-forward looking. Sad.... You have three color options to choose from: Black, White or Champaign-Gold, and it comes with a USB cable, carrying pouch and user guide. 


Generally speaking, this kind of charger is not wallet-friendly, but this Lumsing one doesn't cost you much when using the code "ILUMSING" (I can't believe that it's only $21!!!!!) The deal will end on 8/30, so don't miss this out!
I can't wait to switch to this lovely and stylish charger!

>>> CLICK HERE TO GET YOURS <<<

Happy Shopping 



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Thank you for reading!!!!

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