The Everyday Edit

There’s nothing inherently wrong with chasing trends. After all, there’s always a reason why a certain piece or style becomes popular — and some are genuinely good. But as I followed trends over the years, I realized many of them didn’t really suit me — not just in style, but in lifestyle, body type, and climate. A lot of today’s fashion trends are rooted in Western aesthetics. That influence shaped how I dressed too, often unintentionally. I started limiting myself to color palettes or pieces that didn’t feel like me . I bought sweaters, cardigans, and tailored trousers — clothes that look great on Pinterest, but not so great when you live in a hot and humid city like mine. Especially if the materials aren’t breathable. Anything blended with polyester is basically a sauna. The result? Sweat. Smells. Discomfort. Eventually, I realized that chasing trends is a bit like chasing ego — or chasing wealth. It’s a loop of feeling like you’re almost there, but never quite. And if we depend on ...

Living in a wet tropical country like Indonesia — where the sun shines almost every day — can make the usual neutral wardrobe palette feel a little too plain. Sure, minimal monochromes are sleek, but sometimes you crave something   more . That’s where color steps in — not just for style, but for joy. Wearing vibrant colors in this kind of climate? It  always  hits. The cheerful tones reflect the brightness of our days and lift the mood. And let’s be honest — colorful pieces look  amazing  against Indonesian skin tones, from warm tan to deep brown. That said, wearing color can feel intimidating. You want it to pop, not overwhelm. The trick? Choose pieces that are bold  and  blendable — items that complement the basics in your wardrobe but still serve as a statement when needed. Here are  5 colorful wardrobe staples  you can always count on: 1. Red for Tops Red just works — because it’s already in us. The color of blood, blush, lips — it natura...

Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always found something effortlessly cool about people wearing plain white T-shirts. Maybe it’s because I didn’t see it often (well maybe just in Indonesia) —it felt rare, clean, and subtly stylish. Especially when paired with jeans, the look just screamed   cool   in a way that felt natural. As I got older, even up until a few years ago, I noticed that not many people wore a simple white T-shirt on its own. Most would add layers—a cardigan, a kimono, or an oversized shirt. So when someone  did  wear just the T-shirt, they stood out. Effortless and confident. That’s around the time I discovered Jeanne Damas—the Parisian It-Girl known for her chic, minimalist style. Or Jane Birkin, whose classic look often included a crisp white tee and denim. But weirdly, I didn’t jump on that trend right away. Maybe because I couldn’t find the right jeans that fit, or because my body didn’t feel “ready” for such a minimal look. Besides, back then (around ...