Christin Yun

When I first started blogging I remember how awkward I felt posing, especially when there were people around including the photographer. Over the years, I’ve learned there are easy ways to stand and sit that’s naturally flattering. Easy ways to pose like a blogger or influencer: Tilt one shoulder back: when you tilt one shoulder back When sitting on steps, place both feet on different steps and sit on the edge: This is one of the best and easiest ways to look tall while sitting.

Smocking is an embroidery technique used to gather fabric so that it’s fitted and stretchy. These days it’s used all over fashion as a common material that hugs your body. What I love about smocked clothing is that it’s a flattering way to wear fitted clothes since it curves to the shape of your body. Aqua floral smocked top (on sale for $35) and mini skirt (on sale for $41)

I personally love buying pre-loved designer bags because it’s cheaper, vintage styles are more unique, and since there’s already wear on them I’m less paranoid about wearing it out. ebay also does a great job to ensure that all designer listings are authentic (they flag fake listings and remove them) and if for some reason they’re not, they’ll refund you your money. Unlike ebay and Poshmark where listings are handled by the buyer and seller, StockX has employees who act as a middleman to ensure everything is 100% authentic and that the pricing is fair (they use real-time market data to price compare). I found that StockX is best for confidently shopping vintage designer handbags without the worry or stress of it being fake or having to deal with an annoying seller.

I don’t know if it’s because I’m getting older or because I’ve been mentally drained By the time I got home, I’d find myself mentally drained that I didn’t want to do anything that required thinking. (I even just got back from a 1-week work trip in London), but know that balance is huge and it’s ok to pace yourself and say “ What this means for me personally is that I need to stop giving myself such high expectations, to not take on any collaborations unless it’s a fu*k yes, and to prioritize my time by spending it with those I truly value.