HUMAN NATURE

WEARING

Denim Overalls from Forever21 | Black Tank from Deane & White | Sandals from REEF | Bronze Watch from Aldo | Bracelets from Italy (gifts)

Production
Photography by Heng Kim | Creative Conceptualization, Photo Editing and Layout, Fashion Styling, Makeup+Hair by me

CATEGORY: LOOKBOOK

"Hey, I've got a new camera, let's shoot!" was the first message I received on Facebook from Heng Kim before we met up. I searched my closet and styled my denim overalls several months before I spoke to Heng, but I had no creative concept for the photoshoot yet. Heng and I decided to scout our location at a Canadian park full of beautiful forestry, hiking trails, and nature. We pitched ideas back and forth at the location and I loved the texture of the trees so I knew I wanted to shoot with the nature. We also ventured into a quiet neighbourhood to shoot on the winding roads. I have to say: this is one of my favourite shoots up to date! I loved being in front of the camera, I spent hours on editing, chose the best shots, and experimented with photo collage (photo collage is a layout editing style I haven't used for any of my photoshoots before). As a singer-songwriter, music always inspires me so I love listening to a few songs during my editing process. I kept listening to why why tell em that is human natuuuuurrrrrre♫ lol one of my favourite songs by one of my favourite performers. Micheal Jackson's "Human Nature" inspired the title of this shoot. ♡

Since I love denim and it is April (almost May already!?) I have tips on how to style overalls for this spring (alternatively to how I've styled them above): 

SPRING 2016: 4 WAYS TO WEAR DENIM OVERALLS

1. Wear denim overalls with a casual tee and pair with bold flats. I like to wear a white, black, or graphic tee with my overalls on a relaxing kinda day. Or a loose fitted off-the-shoulder top (lace is my favourite material) as a flirty option! 

2. Wear with a bold coloured blouse (such as neon), killer heels, and a patterned clutch. 

3. Wear with an ultra-feminine fit blouse paired with runners or Oxfords. Add a chunky necklace or bracelet. 

4. Wear with a long-sleeved plaid shirt or fitted sweater paired with comfy sneakers and a small leather backpack. For a night look, opt for heels instead of sneakers and a statement bag instead of a leather backpack. 

I hope these tips spark new ideas because styling is endless and original! Style your overalls however you feel is most comfortable for you. :) 

- cassandra

References:

STYLEBLAZER

MORNING

FEATURING

THE HAPPINESS PLANNER

TIME 4 FLOWERS

The Happiness Planner 2016 (Dated) | Pink Flowers (not including flower hair clip) from Time 4 Flowers | Aldo Watch | Thrifted Oversized T-Shirt | Thrifted Over-The-Knee-High Wool Socks | Apple Laptop | Peppermint Tea from David's Tea

Production
The Happiness Planner created by Mo Seetubtim (Founder of The Happiness Planner) | Pink Roses and Pink Flower Centerpiece designed by Rosemary (Founder of Time 4 Flowers) | Photography by Winnie Lu | Creative Conceptualization, Photo Editing, Project Management by me
CATEGORY: MINDFULNESS/NATURAL WELLNESS

Waking up to the bright and warm sunlight dancing through my windows. The smell of early morning peppermint tea and freshly picked roses. A comfy oversized t-shirt and soft cloudy blankets wrapped around every inch of my body. Thick wool socks feel cozy and warm against my softly scented skin. The sound of my laptop turning on and slow R&B music playing through my headphones. I reach for my book and open it. The brand new smell and feel of its pages against my fingertips. The presence of a new moment, new day, new week, new month, new year.
Good morning 2016

(above are lil things I wrote about that inspired me to create this photoshoot) :) 

A big thank you to the talented team I collaborated with! xx

Ps. I am wearing no make-up except for a bit of mascara. I made this decision to portray the reality of "just waking up in the morning." It is so amazing & liberating to feel comfortable & confident in your own skin! :)

- cassandra

I AM OFF TO ITALY! 

If you're a photographer or designer from Italy I'd love to work with you! I'm bringing new fashion pieces with me and I want to do photoshoots and/or videoshoots :) I'd love to meet up with any readers/supporters as well! I'll be in South & North Italy.

Photos and videos are coming to my Instagram once I'm back :)

Can't wait to share them with you!! ciaooooooo

- cassandra. xo

HAIR BRAIDS

 

Photography by Matt Yang | Photo Editing by me | Hair Styling by Studio H

Here are close-ups of my hair style from my last style photoshoot (posted below). I was a model for a fashion show the night before my photographer and I did the shoot. I didn't wash my hair before sleeping and when I woke up in the morning my hair was still perfectly styled! The braid is a bit messy because I slept on it lol, but I looove messy braids :)) such a gorgeous style. The hair stylists did an amazing job!

I'm off to study now. Music business lectures tonight. Have a lovely evening guys. ♥♥♥