LEOPARD FAST

WILFRED VIA ARITZIA BLOUSE + SCARF, TNA VIA ARITZIA PANTS, MADEWELL BOOTS + NECKLACE, MARC BY MARC JACOBS BAG

I apologize for my lack of posting - I've been caught up in a whirlwind of work madness. I'm currently doing Public Relations work with the San Diego Asian Film Foundation (SDAFF). I've been with them since June, and tomorrow is the first day of our baby - the 12th San Diego Asian Film Festival. Lately, we've been staying at the office until obscene hours of the night, trying to bring everyone the best possible festival experience.

For those of you who live in the San Diego or Southern California area (or visiting), I highly recommend that you check out the festival. We're showcasing over 120 films from 60 countries - there is really something for everyone. So whether you love romantic comedies, extreme Japanese films, tear-jerking documentaries, or good ol' action movies... come on out! It's running October 20-28 at the Hazard Center UltraStar Cinemas. We've got tons of really exciting events lined up as well - parties with cast members and directors, panels with i.aM.mE and Instant Noodles from America's Best Dance Crew, panels with YouTube talents, and tons more. Take a look at the full event listing and the program schedule... I promise you won't be disappointed!

Come out to support local and international cinema... and to support all the amazing people at SDAFF who have worked so hard to make this happen!

SEEING STRIPES

J. CREW TOP, MADEWELL BELT / SHOES, ABERCROMBIE KIDS PANTS, AMERICAN APPAREL CLUTCH, MICHAEL KORS WATCH, STITCHED + ADORNED NECKLACE

I spent the weekend in LA helping out at the ISA Music Festival event in Long Beach. It was such an incredible experience to work alongside so many influential people in the Asian American media industry. The event featured outstanding performances from many talented YouTube artists and selected mainstream artists.

I had the privilege of working with Prohgress from Far East Movement, and I must say, I have so much respect for him and the rest of the FM team. For individuals with celebrity status, they were unbelievably humble. They built their empire from the ground up with humble beginnings, and they still have not lost sight of that. They are so evidently grateful for where they are today, and it really shines through when they interact with fans and the people they work with. If you haven't checked out their album, Free Wired, you should definitely pick it up on iTunes or a record store. It's an incredible album with beats that will make you want to get up from your seat and dance!

Working this event further confirmed my love for music and especially the Public Relations and Event Production industry. I didn't have very much to do with the planning of ISA itself since I was only brought on the team on the day of, but I felt every bit as proud of this event as I would have if I had planned it. There was a moment when I was standing backstage, watching a performance, and I just felt incredibly happy at the success of the event. It was a feeling beyond myself. At that moment, all the hard work came together. That feeling is what gives me the perseverance to continue pursuing a career in PR.

This week will be a gloomy one in San Diego, but I'm going to be heading up to San Francisco/Berkeley on Thursday night to visit the boy. Looking forward to it! Hope everyone has a blessed week!