exploring life as a filipino-american in the city
I’m sitting down to write this one a little differently than usual, because 2026 marks five years since I made the spontaneous decision to pack up my life in Texas and move to New York City. Five years. Somehow, both the fastest and the fullest five years of my life. If you’ve been following along …
I never thought I’d be the person writing one of these posts, but here we are. This year completely turned my world upside down, and I’m finally ready to talk about it. What you may or may not know is that I have been balancing my time working on social media to having a full-time …
They say New York City is where dreams come true, but honestly? I never thought mine would come true from a dating app. In a city of eight million people, finding “the one” felt about as likely as finding a quiet spot in Times Square on New Year’s Eve. But sometimes, the universe has a …
Having an online presence comes with a lot of beauty—connection, creativity, and the freedom to share my story. But in today’s digital world, visibility also comes with risk. Over the past year, I’ve dealt with ongoing issues of alleged impersonation and targeted online harassment. Unauthorized accounts have attempted to use my name and likeness without …
This blog post contains affiliate links that may earn me a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you! Fall fashion is one of my absolute favorite times of the year to dress up. Living in NYC, I’ve learned the art of layering up without looking like a marshmallow. Most importantly, I feel …
This blog post contains affiliate links that may earn me a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you! Life seems pretty stylish and glamorous the moment you get the opportunity to attend amazing fashion shows and galleries in New York Fashion Week. However, the big question you ask yourself is, “What am …