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Sunday, September 22, 2013

Summary of episodes 5-9 here.

Episode 10:

Mi Ho, Sun Ho's younger sister, frequently models for Joon and his mother's company.  Although she's a bit annoying because she clings to Joon, she's my favorite female style-wise.  She chooses a lot of office-appropriate pieces (blazers, slacks, structured bags, heels) and makes them look creative and wearable on a daily basis.

In this outfit below, I think it is subtly ingenious how she breaks up the long tuxedo blazer with an A-line floral skirt.  But because the skirt's base color is still cream, (even the peek of black tulle matches the lapels in the blazer,) it's cohesive and logical.  As for Sun Ho, this is a decent look of his.  The stripes on the sleeves add interest and he breaks away from his usual with worn red corduroys.



Here, Mi Ho is modeling a Burberry inspired trench coat.  Sorry for the navigation bar - these scenes flashed by really quickly, so it was hard to get a good capture.



Her flirting with Joon is never in a vulgar way but more in a determined puppy kind of way, which I kind of appreciate.  It's different from the usual seductive girl who creates misunderstandings sort of character.  I loved this sweater's pop of cerulean and the blocks of contrasting knits.  The long gold necklace (I have a similar one!) adds her usual touch of glamour.



This outfit of Joon's is one of the rare ones that I wholeheartedly disagreed with.  The soft scarf, the mid-ride heeled boots, the messenger bag, PLUS his already long hair all make him look WAY too feminine.



On the deadline for giving Joon her answer (for whether or not she wants to be in a relationship,) she wears this beautiful lavender cardi/jacket.  It's a step in the right direction.  Unexpectedly, the purple and reddish-pink combination works well together because of the neutrals in between.



Episode 11:

When Joon learns that their parents (his father and Hana's mother) are old lovers who recently found each other again, he goes through a huge bought of anger and guilt.  Choose Hana, or the happiness of their parents?


In terms of style he doesn't seem to change according to his moods all that much.  I like the silk material of his blazer over the casual denim jacket.  You can see that he's still wearing his couple ring, and is debating whether to give it up.



Hana and Sun Ho make a lot more sense as a couple.  They get along extremely well and always go to each other for advice, but alas... she can only think of Joon.  Her tunic outfit here is surprisingly fashion forward.  The outer layer reminds me of a Bottega Veneta look.


And similarly, Joon and Mi Ho more make sense together, as they're both edgy and flirtatious.  We see Mi Ho in the same blazer and skirt formula, but in a risky color blocking combination.


Joon takes Hana out on the town before telling her they should break up...  I think these outfits show a bit how they're influencing each other - Joon has toned down a bit with the excess, and Hana edges it up slightly and wears a moto jacket.


Episode 12:

Mi Ho and her brother are actually the children of Dong Wook (Joon and Hana's parents' college friend), and she gets suspicious when she sees an old picture of a young Yoon Hee, who strikingly resembles Hana.

I loved this outfit so much I had to get two screenshots.  The baroque print is very European, Dolce & Gabbana-esque.  The 3/4 sleeves and cropped length keep it young.  Instead of a pure white neutral she goes for a textured button-up.  The small studded blue bag keeps it from getting too matchy-matchy.




 Tae Sung (Hana's former classmate and crush) comes back to admit his feelings.  His clothing very much tells how he is - reliable, mature, and safe, but safe clothing gets boring.  Hana's marmalade coordination is lovely.


Despite breaking up, they can't seem to forget their feelings.  I like Joon's styling here - it's nautical, but in the athletic scuba direction instead of the typical preppy, yachting sort of shade.


Episode 13:

Still trying to figure their relationship out.  At this point, Hana has just learned that Joon's father is her mother's first love, the one she had been trying to bring back into her mother's life at the beginning of the drama.


I like the knit of her short-sleeved sweater, and that she pairs it with a much more fluid, muted blue maxi skirt compared to her others.  Joon is daring in this vertical stripe that might look like a mix between Waldo and a pirate on some people.



Wannabee rockstar Jeon Seol (on the left) pops into the picture as a sort of off-tangent (but still amusing) character.  He was a friend of Joon and Sun Ho's when they were children, but no one remembers.  His looks are pretty extreme, but his accessories are really interesting.  Everything seems to be doubled up - triangle pendants, chain chokers, and cuffs.  Despite all the hard-edges, he doesn't come off as intimidating in the least because of his goofiness.


 Mi Ho does it again with an interesting power blazer.  Instead of padding, the curved shoulders and winged lapels add appeal.  On-trend oversized clutch, check.  Her bun is almost like tied a bow, too.


Episode 14:

Joon's mother's company held a fashion show at the resort where Hana works at.  I like the variation of pattern with red, white and blue.  If you look closely, there's an interesting romper on the left, and a hip-hop styled graphic pant on the second girl from the right.  Mi Ho's cloud print sweater is adorable.



Of course, Sun Ho comes to support his sister and wears a nice suit.  He can step it up too!  Someone give him some love :(


Episodes 15-18 here!

Saturday, September 21, 2013

In Love Rain (watch on Dramafever here), Joon and Hana have to battle love that seems fated, but also forbidden, because of the past link between their parents.

The story (episodes 1-4) starts in the 70's and I didn't find too much to screencap, as I viewed the clothing choices as mainly a means to convey the time period.  So I'll start with episode 5 where the present day begins, and focus on the younger characters with more interesting outfits.

Episode 5:

We're introduced to Suh Joon, who is clearly high fashion, but also high maintenance and pretty vain.  All the details in his outfits definitely win me over though.  In this outfit alone, there's a skull ear cuff, speckled scarf layered over a plain black tee, rainbow drawstrings, fur... but it's not overwhelming.


He is clearly contrasted with Kim Hana, whose attire is entirely cozy and thrown together and somewhat juvenile, but practical.  She's a girlie girl without being dainty.  After a haphazard adventure to see the famed Diamond Snow in Hokkaido, they part ways.



Episode 7 (scenes overlapped between 5 and 6):

Fast forward a few months, and they have both returned to Korea.  What I love is how clearly their style reflects their characters without looking like literal stock characters (e.g. the innocent good girl and the playboy.)  Hana is a botanist with a big heart for those around her, so she wears a lot of florals and soft, comfortable layers.  Joon is a cranky photographer so he always takes risks and keeps things visually interesting and isn't always everyone's cup of tea.  For the majority of the drama, I actually preferred his outfits over hers...



I have a big weakness for outerwear, and I just love how these raincoats pop.  Here, the bright versus dark colors emphasize their clashing personalities.



Episode 8:

A lot happens in this episode.  Hana is convinced to do a photoshoot with Joon, and she only relaxes in front of the camera when she changes into the clothes that inspire her.



The photography assistants always have more wearable menswear choices that guys can take notes from.



Again with the floral details, but in a more sophisticated approach.  This is the first time Joon admits that Hana is pretty.  I really like Joon's drapey vest here - it's normally a very feminine item, but he works it with confidence.



And then... she's back to normal.  Her pieces would all be great, just separately.



Hana goes apartment hunting.  Although her combinations would look a little crazy in real life, I began to quite like her color palette.  The pretty pink and mint pastels are toned down by the cream underlayer.  Also to combat the girliness a bit, she chooses a cargo vest and desert boots.



I love, love this character Sun Ho.  He is the childhood friend of Joon, and the doctor/therapist/listening ear that treats his patients like friends over for tea.  His educated, sweetheart, good-guy personality is reflected in his staple baggy khakis and layered sweaters.  This is one of my favorite looks of his, creativity-wise, throughout the whole drama because of the ombre cardigan and contrast collar plaid shirt.




Episode 9:

  Joon asks Hana out on their first date.  I thought Hana's choice for this occasion was insane - in a bad way.  The combination of chiffon maxi skirt, cardigan, button up to the neck, and oxford shoes, are far too matronly for a date.  Even the details of glitter can't save it.  Perhaps the writers were trying to show how naive she is, but she's not exactly a scaredy-cat either.


I did appreciate the embellishments on Joon's jacket though - I love anything military styled.  But then his pairing with high-top sneakers adds a street vibe.  A bit more of a casual look from him.




Episode 10-14 summary here!

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Monday, September 16, 2013

Sunday, September 15, 2013

Pills are those little balls of yarn that inevitably develop on sweaters because of friction and washing.  They tend to make sweaters look unkempt and old, but here's an easy trick to get rid of them.

1.  Start with an old (but clean) razor.  You'll want the blades to be somewhat dulled to prevent slicing into the actual garment.

2.  Lightly brush onto the sweater in one direction.  DO NOT grate it back and forth or press down too hard, or else you might cut into the knit.  

3.  Use small, brisk motions and you will start to see fuzz accumulate.  Work in small patches as you go down the sweater.  It's the same concept as using a lint roller.


Hopefully you can see the results between before and after:




Friday, September 13, 2013


(Not at my house, but at my friend's while I waited) 

This dress really makes me feel like a princess, even though it's objectively casual/classic.  The material is the smoothest Italian cotton with perfect weight that is somehow cool to the touch.  When I walk the train flows behind me without being wispy, but not like a cape as one might expect.




High-low shirtdress - Armani Exchange  /  Suede booties - Trend Report  /  Bracelet - Coach



Thursday, September 12, 2013

Tuesday, September 10, 2013


Isn't it pretty?

This hemline goes by many names:  high-low, hi-lo, asymmetrical, cascade, dipped-back, fishtail, and waterfall.  And today, I learned another synonym.

The mullet hem.  Ew >__<  Does it start changing the image in your head?

Even if it's an accurate description (short in front, long in back), still.  Would you want to buy it if you heard it was named after (or inspired by??) this unfortunate haircut?




I still love my two high-low dresses, at any rate.  That's what I will choose to call them.

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