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Where to Eat in Melbourne - Vegan Brunch Ideas
【尋找墨爾本的⋯⋯ 美味素食早午餐！】
出發之前，已經有不少朋友告訴我澳洲是一個非常適合素食者旅遊的國家。第一站的墨爾本，是個著名的 “Brunch” 和 “Coffee” City；當然試一試他們的早午餐是務必要做的事吧！
Before I travel to Australia, many of my friends told me it is a very vegetarian/vegan-friendly country. With a lot of options for plant-based diet, Here I would like to share two brunch places which I love the most in Melbourne!
- The Healthy Delicious Comfort Food -
Vegie Bar
380 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia, 3065
如果你也喜歡Fushion式的餐點，Vegie Bar 絕對是其中一個必要到的地方！在潮流地區“Fitzroy”的中心，它離 Rose Street Designer Market 非常近（手工藝和設計商品愛好者的“必遊之地”）—— 我也買了一只手工杯子呢（我是個質感工藝品控～）。
在大馬路對面看到餐廳已被餐廳的外觀吸引。步進餐廳，樓底非常高，和室內的工業風格，都充滿著嬉皮士的感覺。無論是服務員、還是在用餐的客人，衣著也很有獨特風格；配著輕快節奏的音樂，輕鬆氣氛遍布整間餐廳。餐廳還設有露台室外區，非常適合微涼的夏日跟一班朋友聚餐。
If you are into Western-Asian fusion food and being a fan of casual comfort food, Vegie Bar is definitely one of the good choices. Located near to the Rose Street Designer Market (a “must-visit” place for hand-crafted goods lovers!) and in the heart of hipster district “Fitzroy”, you can easily notice the restaurant when crossing the street.
Raw and industrial style of the interior, friendly and young waiter/waitress, a laid-back atmosphere is created all over the house. The big restaurant also has a terrace area, perfect for breezy summer days.
還未有吃過早餐的我們，下午三時多己經差不多日餓壞了，所以各自點了一個主食分享。餐點上，一般西餐中的薄餅、漢堡、小食也有；想健康一點的，他們也提供一些較輕盈的選擇如沙律、炒菜和穀物碗等等。愛好甜點者，目光一定會被他們的蛋糕櫃緊緊鎖著——從布朗尼蛋糕（奶素）、“芝士” 蛋糕（純素）到祼食蛋糕（純素、不含麩質）；一共有五至六種選擇，真真正正是植物性飲食者的天堂！
第一道菜，如其名，就是典型的素食版Big Mac漢堡！這款漢堡由兩層素餡餅（應該是豆類製品）、素芝士、生菜、洋蔥、酸菜和特製醬汁，配上三層漢堡包組成。雖然我以前也沒有很喜歡吃巨無霸，不過這個味道的確叫人回味，就是回憶中Big-Mac的味道。
第二道菜，英譯中的名字就是「大多是蔬菜」，聽上去以為會比較乏味，卻是最讓我驚喜的一道菜。時令的新鮮蔬菜配上有機天貝，用了我們熟悉的醬油，大蒜和薑炒起，是亞洲風味的做法，非常惹味。天貝是一種印度食品，由油炸發酵的大豆製成，是高蛋白質的食物，口感有點像肉的質感，也非常飽肚。（我第一次吃是在台北，已經立即愛上了。）加上糙米，混著芝麻醬一起吃（也可以選沙爹醬）；一道蔬菜做得如此色香味俱存，使用亞洲的食材卻有不同的異國風味，印象的確很深刻。
最後一道，則是中東風味的菜色。香料的醃製過的番茄、烤鷹嘴豆及胡桃炒起，配上南瓜和烤椰菜花，伴著小米。為了讓口感更加的豐富，上面則撒上醋栗，杏仁，榛子和椰子片。與烤過的微熱薄餅一起吃，在漸冷的冬日吃，既溫暖又滋味。
All the comfort food like burger, pizza, pasta and fries are available (Who doesn't love these food?!); at the same time, they also serve some lighter or wholesome options like grain bowls, stir-fry greens and salad. Not to mention they have a list of vegetarian/vegan dessert - from brownies, “cheese” cake to raw cake, truly a paradise for the plant-based diet.
We have ordered 3 main dishes to share:
1/ BETTER THAN A BIG MAC
A typical vegan version of Big Mac Burger! Ingredients including 2 vegan patties (yes, not beef!), vegan cheese, lettuce, onion, pickles and special sauce in a 3-part brioche bun. Although I am not a fan of Big Mac, this burger reminded me of the signature childhood burger... (I don’t think there are any differences!)
2/ MOSTLY GREENS
A stir-fry of seasonal vegetables with organic tempeh served in a wok without sacrifice to flavour - it is actually very yummy with tamari, garlic and ginger taste! What is Tempeh? My previous article “3 Vegan Restaurants in Taipei” has recorded my 1st experience in trying it! Tempeh is an Indonesian dish made by deep-frying fermented soya beans. High in protein and a good meat substitute - it really does fill you up! We love to mix the tahini sauce (you can also choose satay sauce), together with the brown rice, the dish is full of different flavours.
3/ MOROCCAN TAJINE
A middle-east inspired plate served in a wok with spiced tomato, baked chickpea and butternut pumpkin stew with roasted cauliflower. Topped with currant, almond, hazelnut and coconut flakes. Simply delicious when eating with the warm pita bread.
這間小餐廳，可能是我這次在墨爾本到過，最特別喜歡地方。他們的早餐和早午餐的好評極多，是使用新鮮的食材，即時烹調我，同時提供肉食和素食餐點。假若你是胃口比較大的，在澳洲不用擔心吃不飽！他們的餐點的分量超大，胃口比較小的朋友們，便很適合跟大夥兒一起分享。可別以為分量大，質量便會相應減少——美味度是不會改變的！（大份夾好食應該就是這個意思……）
This lovely restaurant might be my favourite place during the trip. Being well-known for their breakfast and brunch, they make fresh and delicious food with vegetarian/vegan options. The portion is huge (I guess that is normal Aussie portion) without having to sacrifice the taste of it. If you are going with friends of different diets (meat/vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free), it is the place to visit!
一向愛自己在家做燕麥粥的我，當然要偷師。之前在倫敦、柏林等地也有試過不同咖啡店的燕麥粥，的確比起港式的牛奶麥皮及來得更具特色。這個是混合了藜麥、奇亞籽和粗粒燕麥煮成的，伴上香蕉和莓漿果，灑上夏威夷果仁碎（澳洲就是周圍也是夏威夷果仁！），無論是口感還是味道也相當不錯。
媽媽點了蘆筍配水牛奶酪，配上水煮蛋，灑上檸檬杏仁和煙肉碎。她喜歡比較清新的味道，配上無麩質的奇亞籽脆片，香口美味。哥哥則點了牛排三文治——用焦糖洋蔥和甜菜根來平衡牛排的強烈味道，我們也笑說這份量可以餵飽兩個飢腸轆轆的人吧... 超級巨大的三文治、還有厚切的薯條！
他們也提供一系列的葡萄酒、咖啡、茶、果汁等等。我點了豆奶的印度香料奶茶，澳洲的版本都是一整個壺上的，純素食的你也可以試一試！
I ordered my "go-to" breakfast - Oat porridge. Cooked with warm quinoa, chia and rolled oat, the soft and creamy porridge is served with banana and berry compote. And topped the macadamia crumbles, simple, tasty, and very satisfying.
My mum ordered asparagus with buffalo mozzarella, served with poached eggs, lemon almond houmous chia crips and bacon crumble - she likes the refreshing taste and guess what, this is a gluten-free dish. My brother had the fillet steak sandwiches on sourdough. With caramelised onions and beetroot remoulade to balance the taste. I guess this portion could feed two really hungry people… It is super huge!
They also served a range of vegetarian cakes on the bar, with a selection of wines, coffee and tea. What I love about drinking Chai Tea in Australia - they always come with a full pot of goodness. A must try if you are a fan of CHAI!
澳洲早午餐的餐廳的確有很多……由其咖啡店特別多！留言告訴我你想試哪一家餐廳吧。下次再跟大家分享墨爾本的咖啡店！
Let me know which restaurant you would love to try, and next articles I will share more about the cafe-hopping experience.
Love,
Charlotte
A Day In White - My Book Launch Day
在連日大雨的一周中，在剛過去的星期天，竟然有微微的陽光。我在鬧市中素淨的小空間a nice place to，舉行了《素系風格》新書發佈會。
說是發佈會，其實更重要的是，想和身邊重要的人分享快樂。看到大家手上都拿著書，坐在素樸、寧靜的空間中閱讀，有一種療癒的感覺。
In the last Sunday, the only sunny day in a rainy week, and probably the most important day of the year (to me...!) — the launch event of my first book 《LifeStyle In White》.
More than a formal launch, I will call it a “sharing” — share my book to all of you, and I wanted to share the happiness with everyone. Seeing all the people reading my book in the room, talking and sharing it with other friends, with sunlight penetrating the window... That scene is really beautiful.
中間的一節分享會，由我和哥哥主持。除了分享書中內容，也分享了我的親身經歷——三年來的素系生活。喜歡煮食的你，也許有點不解，因為《素系風格》並不是一本食譜工具書；而是一本真實，關於轉變和經歷、關於簡約生活練習的書。
And in the sharing section, not only I shared what 《LifeStyle In White》is about; but also shared my 3-years experience of being a vegetarian(and later, a vegan), and how it influenced other aspects in life.《LifeStyle In White》is not a recipe book, rather than that it is a story, a story of mine, an ordinary girl who choose to live a simple life.
“「食素，會影響人生喺唔同層面嘅決定。」”
以下是分享會的文字記錄（自木木文創 muk muk originals）：
有人覺得，IG紅人總都把生活裝得很完美，而我們家Charlotte在前日舉行的發佈會，就形容她的首本作品《素系風格》百份百是親身經歷。
所以，這是一本真實，關於轉變和經歷的書。
「從另一角度看，放棄肉食其實令你有更多選擇。」
「就好似買衫，要揀到你真係適合自己嘅嘢，你先有一個真正內心會富足嘅人生。」
崇尚素系生活，作為時尚博客的Charlotte也坦言自已愛美，所以更要親身嘗試才把自己真正喜愛的東西跟讀者分享。
「真係要識得揀咩嘢同自己嘅風格、信念係適合，唔係所有嘢都係啱嘅。」
「搵到自己嘅Style係真係好重要。」
要找到真正適合自己的身外物，考慮每件物件的代價，Charlotte認為認真思考消費才是保持簡單生活的第一步。同樣地，茹素也是在食物上作出這種選擇，深思熟慮吃甚麼進去，就不用負擔錯吃食物對身體造成的影響。
「民以食為天，你每日需要做嘅選擇，好多時都同食有關。」
「食素，會影響人生喺唔同層面嘅決定。」
作為攝影師，Charlotte希望將素食做成一個風格和潮流，用她的照片和設計去吸引更多人嘗試素食。
那天看到很多笑臉。 每一位到場支持的朋友們，我的恩師、認識了十幾年的好朋友、網上有緣份認識的「網友」、工作上認識的夥伴、幾個星期前才第一次見面的新朋友、咖啡店認識的咖啡師和朋友、未曾謀面的新朋友…… 就連中學時坐過我身旁（認識了16年、卻5年以上沒見面）的老同學也驚喜現身。
還有，看完書後跟我分享的一字一句，叫人感動。
Smiling faces were all around... My life-teacher, the friends which I’ve know for more than years, the friends which I met through social media, my working partners, the new friends, and the friends I’ve met in a cafe came to share the happiness with me. For that I will always be grateful that I’ve met so many beautiful souls in my life.
謝謝每一位，期待下次再見面。希望這本書能帶給你一點啟發、一點美好的感覺、一些正面的能量。
Thank you everyone for coming. And I wish this book could bring you some inspirations and positive energy.
#素系風格CharlotteInWhite
(請每一位使用這個HashTag，讓我好好認識我的讀者們吧!)
Please use this Hashtag for letting me know all of you through social media platforms!
當然，我也很想知道到場/未可以到場的你的意見，在這個Blog Post留言告訴我吧！
And of course, I would love to see your comments! (Comments below!)
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《素系風格 —— 素食與簡約生活練習》
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Love,
Charlotte
LifeStyle In White 素系風格
簡約生活，由素食開始
Hello, This is Charlotte, Charlotte in White!
Hi！我叫Charlotte，九十後，是個攝影師／錄像導演／平面設計師／時尚博客／網上時裝店店主／半個服裝設計師／半個模特兒和半個舞蹈員⋯⋯是個Slash斜槓青年吧！基本上，所有關於視覺創意的事我也接觸。
（推出這本書之後，我也成為賣文人了。）
我天生就喜歡看所有美麗的事物——包括人、景色、服裝⋯⋯但我並不是從小就學習藝術的。小學的畫畫課也沒有特別高分，偶爾被貼堂的作品，多數也是因為有哥哥（出貓）幫忙。不過，我爸爸是半個攝影迷，家中有專業的菲林相機，從小我就喜歡去搶他的相機亂拍，是真的亂拍一通！而那些相薄中「鬆、郁、朦」的照片，就是我的童年大作。那時，我也不擔心拍得好不好，反正爸爸從來不介意我燒菲林。看來，這也算是我創作之路的起點。
長大後，我才開始接觸不同的藝術作品，也開始跳舞，慢慢發覺自己還是喜歡簡單、直接的東西。無論是照片、錄像、設計、穿衣，愈簡約，我所感覺到的力量更大——簡單化，在我所觸及的地方，追求著每一個位置和細節也有其意思和意義的。
三年前，因為一次到台南參加斷食營的經歷，讓我做了一個決定：要從生活中最基本的「食」開始，把其「簡約化」。從此，我的斜槓又多了一劃，決意成為「素食者」，裡裡外外去實行我的簡約生活。
但始終，「民以食為天」嘛，在一個傳統華人家庭長大，從小由煮飯習慣「多油、多鹽、多肉」的嫲嫲帶大，要徹底地改變飲食習慣，並非易事，也絕非我個人的事。其中不少經驗，有好笑的、奇怪的、意想不到的、掙扎的、不愉快的：和自己的對戰問：「為何要吃素？」、「為甚麼簡單的吃頓飯也好像要麻煩身邊人遷就？」；還有和身邊的人的互動，餐廳老闆一知半解的說：「不吃肉？我們海鮮也好吃！」甚至媽媽無奈的訴說：「甚麼也不吃，也不知道要給你煮些甚麼！」
也許，從我的文字，能道出不少素食朋友的心底話，讓大家知道難免崎嶇的素食之路上有這麼一個素未謀面的知心人。更能讓未曾試過吃素的朋友多明白一點吃素到底是甚麼一回事，然後能和吃素的家人朋友相處得更好，甚至偶爾一起享受素食的滋味。
這三年，素食除了讓我發現食物可以如此多樣性，也讓我因此接觸到更多的人、更多我未曾想像過的事。沒有負擔的蔬食，不止於可以為身體帶來好的能量，感覺輕盈和舒適了，也影響了我的生活態度，甚至對生命的看法。在二十七歲的這一年，我寫下自己從決定素食開始，那些初心和經歷、成功與困難、身體及心靈上的點點過程——記錄我如何由選擇「食物」開始，過一個自己選擇的人生，一步步成為「更好的我」。即使感覺未足以超越世界的慣性，我卻可以選擇改變自己，從每天都要吃的食物開始。
對我來說，「素」不只是吃，它能賞、能活。素食的日子、簡約的生活、直接的情感——是啟發，是美麗的開始，是愛。
這篇文章收錄於《素系風格——素食與簡約生活練習》一書中，CHARLOTTE與天窗出版社合作出版的書藉；
於2018年夏天六月陸續上架，於香港及台灣各大書局有售。
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LOVE,
CHARLOTTE
My Skincare Routine
(English Version Down Below)
最近，發現不少朋友也對我的日常肌膚保養程序感到興趣。我的膚質屬有點難攪的敏感、混合又乾性，而且我也怕覆雜的程序，所以我會選擇簡化。一些成分較天然的保養品就很合我心意了。文章中分享了幾個我覺得Must-Do的Skincare Steps，和最近試用過也很喜歡的產品。
不過，吃的東西也非常重要！
假如身體沒有吸收到好的營養，那麼做多少保養也幫不上忙。（就好像每天上健身房但卻亂吃垃圾食物一樣）如果想知道我一直在吃些什麼去保養，可以留意我六月即將推出的新書《素系風格 — 素食與簡約生活練習》。
Someone asked for a skincare routine tutorial on Youtube after my "Eating Food with Foodies on Friday" video is out on Youtube.
Taylor is a super cute and kind girl who make a lot of lifestyle videos for her viewers. In this Vegan Episode, we went to some of our favourite Vegan/Vegetarian places in Hong Kong! So here is the video:
After the video is published, I got few requests on how I do my everyday skincare. I did share once in Instagram Stories (@charlotteinwhite) but never have written about it. So I think it is time for me to reveal my "secrets"!
First of all, Eating matters.
Having a fruit smoothie in a market in Sydney.
Believe it or not, if you do not maintain a good diet, no matter how much time and money you spent on skincare, it just doesn't work! (As it is if you go to gym every day but you do not have a good diet, you will not be getting the result either.)
For more of the details of how eating could change your skin, I have shared in my book - LifeStyleInWhite《素系風格 — 素食與簡約生活練習》. For the below, I will share few of my everyday skincare steps with some of my recent pick of items.
1. Clean Your Face
My skin type is a combination to dry & sensitive skin - 90% of the face is quite dry, but the nose usually gets oily and have blackheads problem. The blackheads problem has affected me since high school, and I have tried all the possible way to get rid of it, no matter it is scrubbing, squeezing or even removal pads... None of them really works and could sustain. But now I have found a balance, and here are some key products I would use to get the clean and clear skin.
Bioderma Solution Micellaire H20 Sensibio (Cleansing Water)
If I have applied sunscreen, concealer or brush colour that day, I will clean my face once I get back home with cleansing water on pads. Alcoholic remover really irritates my skin, so I tried to avoid all of them. Cleansing water is a light and gentle solution for getting your face clean, and I have been using Bioderma for 4 years. (I have also purchased Laroche-Posay cleansing water for sensitive skin, but not yet tried.)
Omorovicza Moor Cream Cleanser
As I have mentioned, over 85% of my skin is quite dry, so a cream cleanser really works for me. It is a calcium and magnesium-rich mud with essential oil, and it cleans and detoxes the face at the same time it keeps the hydration. Perfect for sensitive and dry skin. I prefer using it in Autumn and Winter.
John Masters Organics Rose Foaming Face Wash
For humid spring and hot summer days, I love to use a cleanser which feels lighter. This face wash formula is very mild, perfect for soothing the skin. What I love the most about is the fresh aroma of rose oil, every time I applied it on I instantly feel refreshed.
2. Moisturize
Cannot stress enough how moisturizing your face matter, but it is just so important! And from time to time, my favourite differs - and here are some products I love recently.
John Masters Organics rose & aloe hydrating toning mist
A good toner to spray on face is so important. To nourishes, hydrates, and protects the skin. This organic and gluten free mist have 6 natural ingredients - and I love rose flower oil to soothes my sensitive skin. Besides applying it on face after cleansing, I also love to spray it through out the day, it is just great for lifting my spirits by the refreshing touch and scent!
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Hydra-Essentiel Intensive Serum
I just cannot express how much I love about it recently. Developed from the moisture-packed organic Leaf of Life extract, it's a natural hydrating serum which brings a radiant to the skin instantly. The lightness texture is perfect for hot summer days. I use it day and night
Caudalie VINE[ACTIV] Overnight Detox Oil
This is simply a treasure. I found it when I was shopping in a pharmacy in Paris, and I instantly fall in love with it. Made with 100% natural ingredient of vine oil, this detox oil helps to 1)Detox your skin (a natural GLOWING skin in the morning!); 2)Moisturize. Also, I read a lot of online reviews of this oil, and over 85% of them are positive from all over the world!
Lamer The Moisturizing Soft Lotion
In drier autumn and winter days, I need something which could keep more moisture. What I love about Lamer, is that their creme is super soft and moisturizing. Also they don't have a strong smell which I like a lot.
3. Put on MASK & Exfoliate
Some of the skin care routine I will keep it as weekly basis. And they are such an important element in the skincare routine.
Skin Inc Oxy-Recharge Bubble Mask
What I love about this mask - it gently peels the dead skin cell - bringing the surface oil, dirt and pollutants away. And the process is so fun! First of all, I apply a think layer of gel on my cleaned face; after 2-3 minutes, it changes to thousands of bubbles (and you can actually feel it is really working!); after 3-5 minutes, when I massage the bubbles away, there is some dead skin crumbles instantly. But be noticed that do not over do it, just once a week will be good.
POWERCELL ANTI-POLLUTION MASK
As it's name, it is an anti-pollution mask which not only exfoliating the dull skin cell away, but at the same time it stimulates revitalisation and moisturize the skin, best for drier months. There are so much pollutions in the city - a good cleansing mask is always my "to-go" item, I even bring it to travel!
Kielh's Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque
This lightweight gel mask, combined by calendula flower petals and aloe vera, instantly hydrated the face when applying it on the morning. I love putting it into the fridge, and apply it before putting make up on. Just 5 minutes, the skin will have a healthy appearance after the cooling and soothing process. I have been using it for 2-3 times a week for a year already!
"Effortless" is not only a term applied to fashion styling, but also to skincare. To look effortless doesn't mean I didn't do anything, but I tried to keep my skincare routine as simple and natural, together with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
How about you? Tell me which step you think is the most important in the comment below!
Love,
Charlotte
My "Veggie" Miles / 累積飛行里「素」
在世界角落尋找美味和自己
每一個國家、每一個城市——
每一次真實地遊走在想像了很久的空間。
對我來說，每一次出走，也是從新開始。
不知道是因為不熟悉那個地方、語言、天氣、還是時差——每一次也充滿未知的新鮮感，而這也是我為甚麼愛上旅遊，每隔幾個月就想出門的原因。
不過也因為那個未知，身為素食者的我，還是會有所準備的——
—即沖食品 防不時之需 —
記得小時候出門，總愛放一兩個杯麵在行李中，以防食物不合胃口（雖然大多時也是原封不動帶回家）。近幾年，我也有這個習慣，不過並非杯麵，而是一些即食的沖調食品，例如即沖燕麥片、芝麻糊等等。為甚麼呢？
因為每到一個地方旅行，人生路不熟，有時候語言也未必相通，有機會無法立刻找到素食餐廳，在普通餐廳也可能點不到「去掉肉類」的菜式。記得，有一次我前往日本白川鄉，因為入住的民宿提供晚餐及早餐，我已事先請懂日文的朋友幫忙通知民宿主人我是素食者，希望他們可以準備素菜餐點。民宿的主人是知道了，然後精心準備好豐盛的海鮮（他們就跟香港那大牌擋阿哥一樣都以為素食者就是不吃肉類而已）——結果最開心的，就是我男朋友了，一個人把兩份餐點吃完。民宿位置偏僻，沒有便利店在附近，那個晚上我就只好以燕麥片果腹。
—「Happy Cow」 App 助搜尋就近素食店—
牙買加風素食 Jah Jah by Le Tricycle
Address: 51 Rue De Paradis 75010 Paris
全素越南菜 La Palanche d’Aulac
Address: 13 rue Rodier, Paris, France, 75009
然而，這樣的情況其實很少發生，也可能是電郵表達得不夠清楚吧。其實，世界上有很多地方也流行素食，例如泰國、台灣、柏林、倫敦、紐約、洛杉磯等等。可能是宗教因素、又或者是愈來愈多人關注健康，找素食餐廳並非難事。
現在的科技一日千里，只要你手上有一部可以上網的手提電話，要找素食餐點就更容易了。無論是在Google或任何搜尋器輸入關鍵字如地點「巴黎」、「涉谷」，再加上「Vegetarian」、「Vegan」等字眼，即時會有很多媒體報道或網誌文章出現。最近我更喜歡用Google Map，只要輸入「Vegetarian food near me」，便會把附近的素食餐廳從地圖中顯示出來！
此外，手機應用程式「Happy Cow」我也是非常推介的。無論是全素餐廳、蛋奶素餐廳,或有賣素食食材的商店，只要一搜尋，就可以把在你所在位置附近的店給找到。而且，我最喜歡它的地方是，它具有用戶評分和價位，那就可以參考更多資料了（以防中伏）！我2017年到巴黎旅遊時，也在住宿地方附近找到了兩間素食餐廳，一家是非常美味的全素越南菜館，另一家則是牙買加素食小店，有熱狗和炸香蕉「薯」條！朋友去法國愛吃海鮮、芝士；我到法國愛找全素美食。牙買加菜，你沒有試過了吧？！
— 在農夫市集中尋「寶」—
最後一個小貼士是推介大家，可以找些有煮食設施的住宿，例如從Airbnb搜尋房源。假如，真的找不到素食餐點，那就可以自己下廚做！
這也會讓你發現更多的樂趣——每個國家的農夫市集，也是我最喜歡去的地方。走過這麼多市集，意大利的市集還是最叫人難忘。無論是農夫自家耕種的蔬果，還是親手造的糕點、麵包、薄餅、芝士、香料和醬汁等等，因為充滿著意大利的陽光和土地的養分，每一樣的品質也是非常高，也超級美味。
新鮮、五彩繽紛的蔬果讓人垂涎。我記得，那次到意大利背包遊的我想省錢，每天的早餐也自己準備——結果就買了一大堆時令的水果吃；也有幾個晚上，我在住處下廚煮意大利粉。相信我，在不熟悉的地方逛市集，和當地的小販農夫打交道，親手用新鮮的食材做餐點，將會是你旅程中，其中一個最難忘的回憶。
當然，與朋友相聚的時光也是令人難忘的回憶。
— 美味以外的旅行意義 —
旅遊的快樂，是在未知裡尋覓到的種種驚喜；找到好吃又地道的素食餐點，也讓我感到滿滿的幸福。
可能有人會覺得，素食者不就是在旅行中失去了品嚐好吃食物的機會嗎？
其實，好吃的素食也無處不在呀！
而且，我認為旅行的意義，不只在於尋找美味，而是在一個陌生的國度了解及重新發現自己；在回家後，保持著一樣的力量和勇氣好好生活下去。
2015年5月攝於意大利威尼斯聖路濟亞車站，是我第一次的背包旅行。
這篇文章收錄於《素系風格——素食與簡約生活練習》一書中，Charlotte與天窗出版社合作出版的書藉；
於2018年夏天六月陸續上架，於香港及台灣各大書局有售。
LOVE,
CHARLOTTE
Early Summer Romance
Artwork by MakeYour Choicesss Flora Lab
I guess Hong Kong is a place you could rarely find the feeling of Spring.
However, I love to bring back the romantic feeling of the season by what I wear. Not having to wear too many layers of bulky clothes like in the cold days, and not socked with sweat like in the humid summer, but just put on a knit sweater. A soft, high-quality knit sweater can keep you warm when it is cold while it maintains you cool when it is hot.
Here I styled two early summer looks in BLUE, a colour which I love wearing all year around!
香港跟春天，大概是很難相提並論的兩字。天氣總由最寒冷的冬天一下子跳到盛夏，總捉不住春天的感覺。
可是，春末夏至的浪漫感，我卻非常響往。不需要再像嚴冬中穿笨重的大衣，也並沒有汗流浹背的煩惱，套著一件薄薄的一個毛衫，冬暖夏涼，也非常舒服。 我會以兩個Head to Bottom的全藍造型，把春末夏至的感覺穿出來！
- LOOK: 1 -
Gradient of Lavender from Top to Down
Outfits:
(Knit Sweater) Vitos
(Vest) Grana
(Skirt) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Sneakers) Pairs in Paris
When wearing top to bottom the same colour, I always try to mix and match items with different texture and volume. The gradient blue of the cashmere sweater is the key item of the look, so as to continue and extend the gradient, I paired with a wrap skirt in deep blue. The hand-spray dye technique on the extra-light cashmere makes the over-sized sweater feeling so airy and beautiful. And it even looks good too when it is on shoulders!
- LOOK: 2 -
Special Texture & Layering
Outfits:
(Knit Sweater) Vitos
(Dress) Zara
(Sneakers) Pairs in Paris
A navy knit sweater is always my one of top items in my wardrobe. Basically, it goes well with everything: jeans, high-waisted pants, A-line skirt or even with a one piece. And for this summer, a camisole dress is my must-have item - if wearing a one piece alone is too sexy for you, try to wear with a tee, a shirt or even a sweater inside would give your look a totally different feeling.
Vitos 1925 - the most famous French knitwear brand during the post-war boom, is now bringing back its finest quality of clothes with a fresh and creative style. Aiming to make clothes for contemporary women, the new collection is timeless, elegant and truly comfortable. Be a "Parisienne" by dressing in one of the most historical clothing brand in France!
PS: Please follow my Instagram for an exciting Give-Away with Vitos!
LOVE,
CHARLOTTE
New York Date Night
Have been thinking how it feels like to be in the states for quite a while (after watching so many Hollywood movies). And finally I am here visiting the vibrant New York City.
從小到大，多得看過無但數荷里活電影，一直在想如何美國是什麼感覺。 紐約市，像是世界上的一個聚焦點，城市上精采的五光十色，早已聽說過。
A beautiful bar corner inside Vin et Fleurs.
The first night I spent in this place. We had a nice dinner in a beautiful French restaurant named Vin et Fleurs in Soho area. Everything about french seems to be delicate and romantic. Even the lights in the front door of the restaurant could tell.
And the famous spot - Times Square. We arrived a little bit late on a Monday night. Less crowded as usual, but everything is still really lively. So much my imagination of American-Manhanttan vibes.
Outfits:
(Coat) Sandro
(Pants) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Boots) Marks & Spencer
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
A Romantic Night For The Bride
A ROMANTIC NIGHT JUST FOR GIRLS
Preparing a nice & lovely set up - with full of beautiful flowers, balloons, a beautiful dresses, wine and cake... Just to celebrate her BIG DAY! Yes, she is going to get married!
「明天晚上去Girl's date night？」「只是去Bar飲酒，不如弄一個迷你派對，一起玩、又可以慶祝、拍照，好不好？」突如其來的一個派對，就在前一天的晚上才興起說要辦。幸好現在手機通訊十分發達，馬上開一個群組，姐妹們互相分工合作，很快的便成功辦了這一次的驚喜婚前派對。
小小的地方充滿著美麗的鮮花，氣球，美美的衣服，酒和蛋糕... 更重要的是，一切是粉紅色的！
We have printed some of the engagement photos I took for this lovely couple earlier. (And hang them on the wall!) And some meaningful gifts for her...
我們也特地印了一些之前我替這對情人拍的婚照。看上去像是偶像的照片呢～也為她準備了一些暖心的小禮物...
Although having a bridal shower is not a tradition in Hong Kong, but by holding a little party, is a fun and celebratory occasion that allows the bride's close friends to spend time together before the big day. Don't you want to plan one for your good friend who is going to get married, too?
Bridal Shower是一個有趣又快樂的小派對，讓新娘的親密朋友在大日子之前一起度過美好的時光。一大班好朋友，無論怎樣，也是好玩又溫暖的吧。下次你愛的她快出嫁時，不妨也找個日子一起慶祝一下吧！
Arrangement by all these lovely girls
Set & Floral Decoration: Make Your Choicesss Floral Lab
Bride Outfit: mukmuk: wardrobe
Photography: Charlotte in White
Venue: Hotel Stage
LOVE,
CHARLOTTE
#DiscoverEndlessly - New (Food) Spot in Bangkok
Thai Taste Hub, King Power.
- About food -
17 Restaurants in 840m"
Thai Taste Hub, more than 17 shops offering different foods from Asian street food. From prawn ayudhaya, fish ball noodles, to herbal beef noodles (local Thai food); to specially made "Ka Nom Krok"(coconut rice pudding), once only being served to the royal family/big banquet, is now available in the hub.
最喜歡吃美食廣場的原因，是因為在商場中也可以吃到各地方的美食。當中除了有許多泰國地道美食，例燒河蝦、手打魚丸麵、藥膳牛肉湯等等外，也有很特別的傳統訂製椰汁米糕 - 聽說原本只為皇室及大型宴會提供訂製美點服務，現在首次以店鋪形式於King Power的泰國美食廣場"Thai Taste Hub"賣呢！ 當然還有我每次都喜歡吃的芒果糯米飯（鐵板上的糯米飯真的沒吃過...）室內設計也別出心裁，仿照曼谷的橫街窄巷建成，在840平方米的空間裡齊集了17家食肆。
- Other Food Choices -
For Vegan/Vegetarian?
The second reason that I like food court - Everyone has their choices! No matter you are meat lover, seafood lover, vegetables lover, dessert lover... You can always look for what you like to eat. So this one, organic cafe & juice bar "Brekkie" is my pick. Range from fresh juice, to acai bowl, sandwiches, burger, all the food are freshly prepared, healthy and light. The acai bowl and almond milk coffee are my favourite.
我喜歡美食廣場的第二個原因，是無論你是肉類愛好者，海鮮愛好者，蔬菜愛好者，甜點愛好者... 你總是可以找到你喜歡吃的東西。在美食廣場的旁邊，就有一系列不同的餐廳。這家有機的咖啡店“Brekkie”就是我的最愛。從新鮮果汁到Acia Bowl，三明治，漢堡，所有的食物都是新鮮準備，健康而美味。他們更有杏仁奶咖啡呢！
And the famous Pablo from Japan - with a King Power Limited flavour "Mini Strawberry Tart". Girls favourite! (For Vegetarian)
和來自日本的著名Pablo - King Power 限定口味 “草莓Tart”女孩的最愛吧！（蛋奶素可吃）
- About Shopping -
If you are into shopping, there are full of international & asian beauty brands (and all duty free!) And the one and only Le Labo in Bangkok from New York. Always love their special perfume. Also international brand store, for example Alexander Mcqueen, YSL, Burberry... All available here.
如果你喜歡購物，這邊也有有很多國際和亞洲美容品牌（和所有也是免稅的），一次過買就更方便了。也有來自紐約Le Labo在場呢（曼谷第一、也是唯一一家）。還有國際著名品牌，例如Alexander Mcqueen，YSL，Burberry... 等等。
假如今年有機會到暴谷的話，可以到這個綜合免稅購物、飲食、娛樂的全新King Power Rangnam。
If you are in Bangkok in this year, don't miss the chance to visit this brand new King Power Rangnam mall. And thank you King Power team for taking care of me in this 3 days. I've had a great time in Bangkok.
Love,
CHARLOTTE
I am a Gentle-Woman
"When I was a kid, my dad liked to dress me like a boy - I never have had a pair of little girls' shoes - those cute and pretty one. But instead, I am always being dressed in a boyish and decent style, like a little Gentle-Girl." Because of this memory, the designer - Yaya (the designer behind if&n, want to convert that memory into the collection of this season.
Here I want to share my two outfits, both wearing dress or skirt: a feminine and a boyish style. Being polite, well-mannered, like a gentleman, but the term "gentleman" shouldn't be limited to men only, right?
女生天生優雅，卻跟男生的帥氣互相配合。
「小時候爸爸很喜歡把我當成男生，會穿得正正經經，從沒有一雙小女生的鞋子。是穿得很帥氣的感覺 - 是很一個很Gentle的小女生。」因為這段回憶，她想把那段記憶用設計衣服記下，所以有了這個collection。
這次想試一試有質感的配搭。純白大衣、簡黑裙子、深藍套裝、鮮紅包包。穿衣服，跟當自己一樣重要 - 讓自己感覺更自主、更強、更美吧。
- feminine -
The Gentle Woman
Outfits:
(Jacket) if&n
(Dress) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Shoes) Camper
(Purse) Vintage
GENTAL, YET POWERFUL
Calm White with Strong Silhouette
The statement piece I am wearing is the big white coat. The right kinds of silhouettes empower you instantly. Wearing a V-neck suede dress with the coat, two different fabric makes the whole outfit more.
- Boyish -
like a gentleman
NEW ATTITUDE IN THE SUIT
Calm White with Strong SilhouettE
A new wardrobe in the new year means something much more than just some new outfits. Dressing in a brand new style, having a fresh hair-do, allow me to have a brand new start.
Wearing the same coat, but a totally different style with the blazer & skirt set. A simple, yet powerful combination.
Pacific ocean in Tou-cheng, Yi Lan, Taiwan.
Linmei Shipan Trail in Jiaoxi, Yi Lan, Taiwan. (Took this picture during my trip.)
A new year start with a new attitude. A new wardrobe, a new thinking, and a list of new year resolution. It is time to write another year review, look into what can we achieve in the next year.
WISH YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR,
CHARLOTTE
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What to Wear in 24 Hours [Christmas]
It is the most wonderful time of the year again! There are three festivals that I like a lot - Chinese New Year, Mid-autumn Festival and Christmas. These festivals are the time for us to gather with our family and friends, to spend precious time together. Here I want to show you some ideas of what to wear in Christmas; and as a minimalist, how to dress up myself to achieve a festive look without getting too many items!
This styling lookbook has featured one of my favourite Taiwan brands - if&n. The details, the texture and feelings of their clothes are unique and special. I've also visited their work studio and talked with designer Yaya, and that was truly inspiring. I will share more of the visit in the next blog post!
聖誕節！一年最美妙的時刻... 我最喜歡三個節日？中國新年，中秋節和聖誕節。這些節日的共通點，是讓我們可以與家人朋友好好聚一聚，共同度過一段段美好的時光。無論你聖誕節的計劃是什麼（是派對？是與心愛的人好好吃一個浪漫的晚餐？還是簡單的會家人聚會？），我也想分享我在聖誕節的穿搭。像我這樣喜歡極簡主義的人，可以如何打扮自己，又比可以平時更特別、更「聖誕」一點呢？
這次在台北拍的穿搭，也特別穿了我很欣賞的品牌 - if&n 2017 FW的衣服。他們家的衣服，很有質感 - 既優雅，而每一季也有不同的靈感慨念。我特地和他們團隊的設計師Yaya和Neko談過，也到過他們的工作室，我稍後一點會再寫到訪的文章喔！
[21:00]
24th DEC/
SILENT NIGHT
Outfits:
(Jacket) if&n
(Dress) mukmuk: wardrobe
SEXY YET CLASSIC
The little black dress with a petite jacket
This navy, petite jacket with ribbon details is a good item to go with a simple one piece. You can either wear it tighten up with a "Ribbon" (wrap yourself like an X'mas Gift!) or just wear it as it is, and show a little skin. Here I am wearing a V-neck little black dress, the suede fabric adds more texture to the whole look. Over 90% of time I would choose to wear a little black dress in parties. Why? Because it is simple, classic and effortless. You can never go wrong with it.
[13:00]
25th DEC/
CHRISTMAS DAY
FESTIVE AND STYLISH
Red Dress AND White Culottes
It's finally the Christmas Day - the most wonderful time of the year! I like to spend the day with friends and family - Having Christmas lunch and having barbeque party are the most fun thing to do! Meanwhile I like to wear the most festive colour "Red". This is an overall dress I got last year (I wore it on the last CNY, too), and I style it with a pair of culottes for an extra layer, also to keep me warm even it is cold outside. Trust me, wearing a pair of pants underneath a dress is the trend that you must try in this season!
Don't be afraid of festive colour! Believe in the colour therapy, and sometimes wearing bright colour will instantly brighten up yours, and your friends' mood, too!
WISH YOU A MERRY MERRY CHRISTMAS,
CHARLOTTE
Do Your Hair!
Most girls under-estimate the importance of hairstyle. (I found it even more common in Hong Kong!) We spent a lot investing in clothing or makeup, we always go shopping, looking at mix & match and make-up video online... But how about your hair, girls? Are you still keeping a long, straight hair? Or thinking to have a change, and have a fresh haircut like I do? To me, a total look couldn't be completed without good hair.
我發現，大多數女生也低估了髮型的重要性。（尤其是在香港！）
我們一般都花很多時間和金錢投資在服裝或化妝品上，無論是去購物、還是在網上看穿搭和化妝教學... 但是，頭髮呢？你還留著清湯掛臉的長頭髮嗎？還是想改變一下，換個新形像？對我來說，假如早上沒時間好好弄頭髮，整個造型就不以完整了，然後全天也會沒自信的在亂撥頭髮。
I keep my hair maintained by visiting the hair stylist once every month (sometimes, I do visit him more often when I am having a super short pixie style hair). Find your stylist, and discuss with him/her, ask for advices... It seems to be a simple cut or trim, but surely it would make a different.
剪短髮以來，基本上我每個月去拜訪髮型師一次，因為要保持短髮的狀態...（以前，我還束著超短的短髮時，兩、三個星期便要修剪一次）。找到一個合適的專業造型師，並與他討論、徵求意見... 看似是簡單的修剪，但在細節上看，是肯定有不同的。
Outfits:
(Jacket) Uniqlo
(Top) Grana
(Pants) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Shoes) Anthology Paris
(Headpiece) Karin Cogen Millinery
And these are some pictures I took when I was visiting the weekend market in Le Marais, Paris. And it was my pleasure to know Karin - the designer behind the brand!
這是我在巴黎Le Marais逛週末市場時拍的一些照片；那天更認識了Karin，頭飾的設計師交流呢。
So, spend an extra 5-10 minutes to do your hair in the morning - if you really don't have the time... Maybe investing in some head pieces or hats would help!
所以，無論是男生還是女生，早上請再多花5-10分鐘弄好頭髮才出門吧！假苦真的沒有時間... 也許投資一頂帽子或頭飾也會有幫助呢！這也解釋了為什麼我是個「頭飾控」吧...
Love,
Charlotte
Jamaica Vibe Vegan Food in Paris
The place for all Vegan to be!
【全素食者一定喜歡的地方 - 巴黎的牙買加風素食】
Jah Jah by Le Tricycle
Address: 51 Rue De Paradis 75010 Paris
天然的食材、悠閒的氣氛、最酷和Hip的店員.. 是我第一步踏進Jah Jah by Le Tricycle的感覺。那天早上，我剛好在巴第十區附近工作；午餐時正想找家素食餐人 廳，便從手機應用程式 "Happy Cow"上找到這家餐廳。（詳細程式的資料在這邊 - A Day in Paris）
店中全是滿滿的牙買加風格！
Clean food, amazing laid-back atmosphere, coolest people there... Using my travel essential "Happy Cow" App on my phone to locate this restaurant when I was working in the 10th arrondissement. (More details about "Happy Cow" - A Day in Paris) When I arrived, this interior design instantly caught my eye.
The Jamaica Vibe !
他們的食物是以起源於牙買加Ital飲食法為主。他們採用植物為食材的基礎，食材全部來自大自然的土壤（有機種植），嚴禁具有加工成分的食材，亦不會對食物加工。 聽起來以為食物會很單調？那你就大錯特錯了... 看看他們在Instagram上的食物照吧！
他們以熱狗，炸玉米餅、豐富食物碗、果昔而聞名；讓素食者最開心的就是看到這些多姿多采的食材吧，頓時胃口也大開了。
At Jah Jah, the Ital diet (originated from Jamaica) is adapted - plant-based, food that comes from the soils of Mother Nature, organic, and strictly no processed foods or ingredients in the food. Knowing this makes me (and all Vegans) so happy!
They are famous for their hot dogs, tacos, bowls and smoothie.. (See how colourful they are!)
Pictures from @letricycle Instagram.
好吧，這就是我今天的午餐。 十一月中的巴黎只有攝氏六度，只要是熱的東西我也想吃（全程也不知道有多少杯熱咖啡救了我一命...） 這個黃黃的南瓜湯，不過是南瓜的甜味，再灑上黑白芝麻一種甜美而堅果的味道，再用芫荽作調味！最簡單的美味，是一種純粹的快樂。
另一樣點的，是“烤香蕉條”！ 看起來是薯條（烤香蕉造的版本），甜甜的糖漿和莎莎醬作調味。是非常飽肚和美味的組合呢。配上我最愛的牛油果醬 - 簡直就是人間天堂般的美味。
Okay, so here it comes my lunch of the day. That day was freezing, only 6 degrees Celsius. All I want is something hot - Hot coffee, Hot tea or Hot Soup! This pumpkin soup is a simple pleasure - with nothing more than the sweetness of pumpkin, black and white sesame to add a sweet and nutty flavour, and finish with a handful of coriander to brighten flavours! (Yes, I LOVE Coriander.)
And another thing I love... the "Na-na Fries"! It is a bake-dried version of Banana, with glazed sweet syrup with Salsa on top. It is very fulfilling and super yummy! Comes with the Guacamole dips - this is what, heaven on earth means!
朋友去法國愛吃海鮮、芝士；我到法國愛找全素美食。生活中的快樂，是用美食、享樂去衛量嗎？是你需要懂得如何去找出讓自己快樂的方法吧。（雖然，我覺得這些食物已經很美味了）
As a vegan, I am still a foodie (that I like to explore food local food when I am travelling!) My simple pleasure? It might take a little longer time to find the vegan cuisine in a new city, but once you found them, believe me, you will be surprised by the real good food!
Love,
Charlotte
Shooting Day Outfit & Some Photography Works
身為一個Freelance的創作人，我從來沒有一個固定的工作室。大部份的時間我也是在不同的地方/攝影棚拍照；或在家裡/咖啡廳工作。那拍攝的時候，我會穿什麼呢？因為要爬高爬低、所以一定要保持靈活性；但同時， 看起來有專業感覺、有時尚感也很重要。
Working in the creative industry, I've never had an office. Most of the time I am either shooting in locations/studio; meeting with clients, or working at home/coffee shops. What I wear during a shoot? My outfit should be flexible in moving, but at the same time looking professional, and stylish. Here is one of my favourite look.
Outfits:
(Top) Marks & Spencer
(Pants) mukmuk: wardrobe
(Shoes) Reebok
(Accessories) Emphasis
Navy Sweater
Navy Striped Culottes
White Sneakers
無論是工作還是出街，裙褲已經成為我很喜歡的單品（這條特別的條紋也是我其中一條很喜歡的！）。我配搭了一件羊毛圓領毛衣。 說到毛衣，裝修剪裁是很重要的。 而一件完美合身的毛衣，就像一件好基本的T卹，在任何場合也可以穿起它（既經典又舒適）。 也讓我想起了穿校服的日子呢...
對於頭髮造型，我傾向於保持簡單。最簡單的，是把濕凝膠塗在頭髮上，用梳子向後刷。 它可以幫助我的頭髮造型，整天也不會塌下來呢！
The stripe on this boxy, wool culottes stands out from normal looks. Here I wear a wool round-neck sweater. When it comes to sweaters, fitting is very important. And a perfectly fitted sweater, is like a good basic t-shirt, that you can throw it on in any occasions. It reminds me of the school uniform days - classic and comfy.
For the hair-styling, I tend to keep it simple by putting wet-gel all over my hair and brush it with a comb. It helps my hair to stay in shape all day.
我從不會戴過多的首飾。反而，我喜歡隨著不同的造型，去配搭不同的配飾。我有一個小小的規則。
如果我在穿 棕色系 的鞋子...
配上古董手錶或複古手鐲等等，通常我會選擇古銅色的。
如果我在穿 黑/白/藍色系 的鞋子...
最喜歡的一定是銀色系的首飾。 就像我在這裡穿的，一只銀手鐲、 同時戴上兩三個戒指，以不同的風格混搭，會比單獨戴起的感覺完全不同。這是我幾乎每天都可以戴的組合呢。
I never over-do accessories. And I follow one rule in my styling.
If I am wearing brown shoes...
I usually put on vintage watches or vintage bracelet, rings in copper tone.
If I am wearing black/white/navy shoes...
Without doubt, I will pair with silver-tone accessories. Like what I'm wearing here, a silver-diamond bangle, and rings from Emphasis. Wearing two to three rings at the same time, mix and match with different style, would have a completely different feeling than wearing them alone. I could wear this combination almost every day! It is timeless and finely made.
最後，我想和大家分享，在2016年我參與的一個舞蹈作品： "ON VIEW: HONG KONG" 。能與這些有才華的藝術家合作，是一個很難得的經驗；當中有很多相片我也非常喜歡。（同時也在 "ON VIEW: HONG KONG" 一書中發表）
Here I want to share with you, one of the photography work I did last year, "ON VIEW: HONG KONG" - A video project by an Australian choreographer and video artist Sue Healey. It was an amazing experience to have the change to collaborate with these amazing artists. These photos are published in the book - "ON VIEW: HONG KONG".
More of On View: Hong Kong - Here.
你也有一套工作上經常穿的衣服搭配嗎？如果你想看我更多的造型分享及貼士，請留言告訴我吧！
Do you have a "go-to" working outfit? How do you stay stylish every day? Or do you want to see more of my working day outfits? Comments below and let me know your thoughts!
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
Winter Wonderland in Paris
我總喜歡幻想著我在巴黎會穿什麼。除了一些當Parisian風格的規則（自信的、穿合身的衣服）外- how to dress like a Parisian ，我覺得最重要的，是隨性。今天起床時想著自己想穿什麼，顏色、風格，便從衣櫃中找出合心意的衣服。有時，裝扮作一個Paris女生也很有趣，就像我這邊穿的，比較女性化、優雅的打扮。
I always have a fantasy for Paris, the city of romance. And how much I am into Parisian street style. Be confident in my own skin, dress confidently and in a way that every item fits my body. My last article shared how to dress like a Parisian - so here I want to share, what I really wear when I am in Paris.
The Dress
雖則平時我比較喜愛純色的打扮，但有一種圖案印花我是可以永遠穿的... 是波點！無論是大或小，黑、白配的波點圖案也是我的最愛。這條繫腰的連衣裙是我旅遊時最愛穿的單品。單獨穿時，配上平頭芭蕾舞、高跟鞋可以有優確的女生感覺；或者配搭牛仔褲和白色運動鞋時就可以輕鬆、隨性一點。有時，我甚至把它當作為一個外套穿，層次感更豐富一點。是最容易配搭的單品呢。
The only print that I would wear forever - Classic Polka-dot. No matter it is big or little print, my favourite always go to the match of black & white. This wrap dress is one of the best travelling companion - that you can dress up with wearing it alone and pair with a flats or high heels; or dress down with a pair of denim jeans and white sneakers. Sometimes I even wear it as a light jackets as layering too. The easiest item to mix & match!
The Shoes
也許是受我父親的影響, 我是很喜歡穿Chelsea靴 - 尤其是黑色的。這雙靴子經典可以追溯到維多利亞時代，到現在一直也是男女常穿的款式。無論跟什麼風格的打扮 - 穿裙子、褲子也很好配。這一雙是這次旅遊時，在一家法國品牌的店買的；幾天後，男朋友也在同一家店買了一雙棕色的。很推介！
Influenced by my father, I am obsessed with Chelsea boots - especially in black. The boots dates back to the Victorian era, which are wear by mens mostly. However, it has been a trend for years. It gets well with dress, skirt, pants and almost everything. I got my pair in one of my favourite shop in Paris - and then few days later I brought my boyfriend to the same place and got a pair in brown, too. They are highly stylish and just fit perfectly with any outfits.
Shoes: Anthology Paris
The Hat
是的，畫家貝雷帽是今個秋冬非常流行的單品。這幾年，我總是喜歡戴著海軍藍色或黑色的畫家帽。上個星期天，當我完成工作，在Le Marais附近閒走時，我走進了一個獨立的設計師品牌的聖誕市集，找到一個造頭飾的設計師，買了這個獨特顏色的帽子。不用多說，這個名為Yves Klein的藍色成為了我造型的焦點，也讓我在三度的寒冷天氣下好好保暖。
Yes, Beret hat is in trend! In these years I always wear them in navy or black (I got mine from American Appearel). When I was wandering around Le Marais on a Sunday, I found a Christmas market which gather independent designer brands - the designer she did a lot of unique headpiece. This special colour named Yves Klein named after the French artist (Read more here) - bring a French touch to my whole outfit. The best buy in my whole trip!
The shooting day is one of the rare sunny day in Paris when I was there... After the shooting, we sat down for a drink, and talked about the life after we graduated. Yes, these beautiful pictures are from (@PJ_lam), a talented Fashion Photographer based in Paris now. Follow her IG for amazing inspirations and works!
拍攝的這天是我在Paris十一天裡面難得好天氣。拍擇過後跟大學同學坐下，飲了杯紅酒，談談大家畢業後的生活。畢業後的我們沒聯絡，卻為對方的一點點成就而感到高興，住到Paris的PJ是非常有才華的Fashion Photgragraper (@PJ_lam)，大家也要留意！
Amour,
CHARLOTTE
3 Tips to Design Your Dream Bedroom
誠實說，自己並不是一名整潔的女生... 由細到大，我也是被媽媽叫我執房執大的。長大後，（也因為工作慢慢培養到），開始注意到舒服的家是可以讓自己完全放鬆的（由其在外出拍攝一整天後)。所以今次想跟大家分享，一年前我搬進新家以後，幾個設計Dream Bedroom的小貼士 - 配搭顏色、小物；及創立自己的風格等等。看看我的靈感來源吧！
I still remember the trip to Setouchi Art Festival in Japan last year. Among all artworks and museums, Teshima Art Museum inspired me the most. The calmness and quietness naturally filled the architecture. I took a sit on the floor, closed my eyes to meditate... the minimal space generates a strong energy - a state of serenity. And of course, that trip inspired how I design my dream bedroom!
"A shade of blue, also I need it to be very comfortable, filled with sunlight and airy."
The crucial elements for my bedroom. Here I want to share 3 tips that I followed in designing my dream bedroom with you, which is perfect if you want to make your room a better space!
1. Create a Tone, a Style
When choosing a colour scheme for my bedroom, simplicity is always key. Your bedroom vibes should reflect a timeless tone that will stand the test of time and create a welcoming aura at the end of your day, every day. To find out your signature tones, take cues from your everyday outfit inspirations –which colour schemes do you usually opt for to make your style game strong?
Similar to putting an outfit together, ensure that you stick to no more than four basic colours, and that your tone blends well with the remaining pieces in your room.
2. Always, Less is More
Use what feels right, and throw away the rest!
I always make sure everything I put in my room is with the finest qualities, and each of them is beautiful on its own. Meanwhile, they are practical and long-lasting, which I can use it for years and will not go out of style. Before purchasing any items, make sure you have to touch it, feel it - to see if you really like it. The thing you picked should bring you a sense of serenity, calmness and peace.
Minimalism, create the perfect space for imagination, therefore it helps my creativity.
Besides, keeping everything clean and tidy, say NO to a cluster of things... I know it is easy for girls to accumulate clothes or bags on the chair (in my case, on the top of my cushions) But please avoid being messy! Your room should be a restful place to give you peace of mind after a long working day. So, regular housework and cleaning are essential!
3. Add a Personal Touch
Convey a personalised touch to your private domain with memorable items that reflect your individuality. Paintings, postcards and polaroid photos are some key items that provide me with a sense of solitude especially in my personal environment. Each with its own memorable story, these additions breathe life and blends a touch of personality into the furniture pieces.
Take it up a notch and brighten up your bedroom with greenery. Not only does it improve air circulation, it creates a relaxing and restful ambience to help you unwind. A personal favourite of mine, this ceramic vase brings a contemporary feel to any bedroom and creates a breath of fresh air with simple inclusions of fresh flowers or any basic, leafy plant – great remedies that help in reducing your stress levels after a long day.
Vases, Cushions from Indigo Living
We spend the most of our time in the bedroom. Transform your bedroom into the perfect sanctuary space. Start with baby steps by organising your items and clearing the clutter off the floor. Not only does it make your space more comforting, it helps in reforming your housekeeping habits in the long run.
How do you keep your home tidy all year round? Share your thoughts on these bedroom styling tips in the comments below!
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
Alone in Paris
If you have followed my Instagram & Facebook, you may know that I am back to the City of Love - Paris again. Some love Paris, and some don't, but my Paris trip has been absolutely amazing. (Mercie for the amazing people I've met!)
Parisian know how to enjoy life, spending precious time with the one you love... That’s how living in France will change your lifestyle, maybe?
See my photo below and follow my journey in the first few days!
你也許已經知道我在巴黎待了幾天。工作是每天周圍去不同的咖啡店拍攝，讓我認識那邊的人、文化，讓街上的 文化氣息感染、浸淫在一個異國的環境。
當中也有很多友善的法國人讓我的旅程更與別不同 - 在法國人家中作客、吃全素的晚餐，體驗到為什麼他們都吃很長時間的晩餐，因為他們都非常重視之間的交談時光；踏單車遊覽塞納河邊的市中心，看到了晚上的艾菲爾鐵塔、巴黎滿街也是悠閒的角落和一個個美好的時光。
以下都是一些我在街上的隨拍，Enjoy!
Cafè: BlackBurn Coffee
Cafè:Cafe Pimpin
And the Day 4 - the gloomy Paris finally got some sunshine! Can't wait to share my everything here on Blog with you soon.
幾天陰天過後，Day 4的陽光美得讓人不可轉晴。很冷，心中卻因為滿滿的好人好事而感到很溫暖。
Amour,
CHARLOTTE
A Day with Her
The morning, with sunshine, flowers, and your best friend. The precious, quality time you spent with someone who is inspiring - talking about what is happening in life, about works, relationships, families... or simply just chit-chat.
I met Samantha 5 years ago in my dance group. We used to dance together, and after we left the group, as freelancer, we worked on several creative project since last year. Since then we have been really good friends. Here, I want to share a simple conversation about ourselves. (3 important questions!) And yes, we are wearing my shop mukmuk: wardrobe collection! (And Samantha's Pink Shirt is on 30% discount!) Find it here.
充滿陽光的早上、美麗的鮮花、約一個想見的朋友... 談生活上發生的事、談工作，談感情，談家庭...... 簡單地聊天、聽聽對方的想法，也許會為你帶來一些新的看法。
Samantha 是我五年前跳舞認識的朋友。離開舞團以後，因為我們的工作性質，同時地也是自由身工作者的我們經常有機會一起合作。這文章中有三個簡單問題（及我們的答案）；除了希望讓你了解我們（SLASH的工作）多一點之外，也希望可以讓你想想屬於你自己的答案。對啊，你們看到我們身上很美的，也是 mukmuk: wardrobe 的衣服，她身上的薄紗恤衫裙更在做30%折扣優惠，在這Link可以找到。
We have been work together for many creative projects, me being photographer and Samantha being the art director.
攝影和美術指導的工作總是離不開大家吧...
To Talk About...
#1 - Who are you?
Samantha:
I am a "SLASH" - Florist at Make Your Choicesss Floral Lab; Leather Maker at Make Your Choicesss, also a Founder of Wedfloks - an online wedding resource sharing platform). I also do art direction and styling freelance works. I am passionate about doing any challenging works.
Slash ：花藝師@Make Your Choicesss Floral Lab ，皮革匠@Make Your Choicesss，婚禮分享平台創辦人及編輯@wedfolks 。有時會做Art direction / Styling的工作。但其實總括而言，我選擇做我喜歡和具挑戰性的工作。
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Charlotte:
Well, yes. Similar to you, I am a SLASH, too. I am a freelance Creative Director - I initiate photo shoot, direct videos, design graphics for campaigns. I mostly work with different artists and art organizations. At the same time, I am the founder of an online fashion store mukmuk: wardrobe. I am also a Fashion & Lifestyle Blogger.
跟妳一樣，我也是身兼幾個身份。我是自由身創作人 - 主要是擇影、錄像指導、平面設計 ；大多和不多同藝術團體合作。同時，我亦是網上時裝店 “mukmuk: wardrobe” 主理人。我也是時尚博客，在網誌、YOUTUBE頻道分享自己對「美」的一套生活態度。
#2 - What satisfy you?
Samantha:
I love the process of self-discovery - to know what I can do, my ability. I learn my technique from studying it myself (sometimes from books or youtube!). It is true that I could learn faster if there is someone teaching; however, learning from mistakes give me extra satisfaction which pushes me to go further!
我喜愛自我發現的過程，不斷地發掘自己的能力。現在擁有的技能大部份都靠自己一點一點去發掘出來，當然有人從旁指導會快很多，但從碰板中學習改進的滿足感，是推動我不繼的前走的一個原因。
Charlotte:
Being able to create. Nothing satisfies me more than putting what in my mind into reality.
有創作的能力。沒有什麼事情比把我腦中的影像成為實體更有滿足感。
#3 - Who were you 3 years ago?
And what kind of person you are after 3 years from now?
Samantha:
3 years ago, I was (or have always been?) a determined, strong-willed person, if I decided I have to do something, I will go for it whatever it takes! 3 years from now... It is difficult to say it solidly. People always ask the same question: "Have you achieved your dream?" No. My biggest dream is to be able to make different choices according to different stages of life. So it won't be achieved until I die! (Well... it's true). I wish that I am still a strong-willed person after 3 years, still doing what I want to do - but at the same time, spending some time for myself and the people I love.
三年前，我是一個倔強和向前衝的人，一但想到要做，就不顧一切地嘗試。很難說三年後我希望完成/達到甚麼，因為我了解自己實在太Free Flow, 經常有人問我是否已經完成了夢想，並不。我最大的夢想是在人生不同階段能自由地選擇想做的事，所以我的夢想在人生完結的一刻才真正完成。三年後我希望自己依然倔強，堅持去做想做的事，但偶爾慢下來多一點了解自己，了解身邊人。
Charlotte:
I was a learner 3 years ago. Learning how to run an online shop, and how to start directing different creative projects. 3 years later... Be more confident and content in creative works, I guess? Still being passionate about what I am doing, and at the same time, "Stay hungry & Keep Learning".
2014年，我剛開始 mukmuk: wardrobe 和Freelance Creative的工作。開一間網上時裝店不容易，雖然不用付店租、也沒有任何的裝修工作；不過細節上也是讓我學到很多的。例如：入價、Set up網站、怎樣和顧客溝通等等。3年前的我，是起步者。
3年後？30歲的我，我希望是，可以比現在更悠然自得、對工作更得心應手，把自己對工作，創作的熱情延續下去。還有，Stay Hungry & Keep Learning.
How about you? What's your answer? Ask yourself the same questions, and talk to your best friend. Keep inspiring each other, and grow old, and be wiser together.
快點跟好朋友約會，然後問大家一樣的問題、一起討論、一起成長吧。
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
To: The 90s "KID"
To: the 90s "kid"
You are no more a kid. Yes, you're no more a kid. You have lived for 27 years - you graduated from university, you have been focussing on work for 5-6 years, and now you go into another stage of your life.
You have also learned some important lessons in life.
You might have distance away from some friends, but it's okay - you understand that only the real friends who understand and support you matters. You might have several relationships, and you haven't keep in touch with most of them (most of the ex-es), but it's okay - you understand you have to let people go in order to meet the one who meant to be in your life. You might have lost an important people in your life, but it's okay - as the pain helps you grow and now you understand how important it is to treasure every moment as it only happens once in your life. You might have made some mistakes or you hurt people, but it's okay - now you know how to avoid doing it again and most importantly, you now have the power to forgive as you understand the intentions of other people when they did something wrong.
致：90後的你
不再是很年輕的妳，已經過了二十加七個年頭。
畢業以後，這六年間，我們本著青春、空間和機會，工作了好幾年。轉眼九十後也廿七歲。雖然沒了十六、七歲的青春和十八、九歲的無盡體力；卻少了廿一、二歲的驚驚青青，和幼嫩的處事，換來是開始有想法、和一點點的成熟起來。
在這些年，你也許跟部分的朋友走遠了；但不要緊，你知道最重要的是那些明白你的、支持你的朋友還在身邊。也許愛過幾個人、談過幾場戀愛、也許沒有再跟他們有聯繫；但不要緊，你明白有時你需要放手，才會真正擁有。也許你失去了一個對你很重要的人；但不要緊，那些痛苦讓你成長，和教曉你現在珍惜當下的每一刻，把每次，也當作最後一次。也許你犯過一些錯、傷害了一些人；但不要緊，現在的你可以避免犯同一的錯誤。最重要的是，當你看見別人犯錯的同時，你會明白他背後的原因，從而，你擁有了原諒別人的能力。
I do not regret what I've done in this 27 years. I am thankful for a happy childhood. I am thankful I've met a lot of amazing people in my life. They make me - "me". Apart from experiences you have gained in the past; just remember, that who you are today, it’s not who you have to be tomorrow.
The most important thing I've learned in these 27 years. And how about you?
我不害怕一步步變老啊。反而時間，讓我更清楚自己想要什麼、想成為怎樣的人、做更好的選擇。
你呢？
Start now by asking yourself: “What’s the one thing I can do today to be a better person?”
Ask yourself the same question tomorrow. And the day after that. And so forth.
現在就問自己，有什麼我可以做，讓自己成為一個更好的人？
然後明天再問自己一樣的問題，然後後日再問、後後後日也問。直至永遠。
LOVES,
CHARLOTTE
Photographer : Edmond Ho
Outfits : Vintage Collection
+853 Discover Fashion Week With Me
You don't have to travel far away to Paris for Fashion Week - because they are all there in Macao!
Earlier last week, I received a secret invitation about joining one of the big events in Macao - Sands Macao Fashion Week. My friend, Miracle and I were very excited about it, as it was the first time we got invited to be a part of fashion week event. We had a lot of fun, watched two shows and visited different spots in The Venetian and The Parisian. Here are some of the highlight images of the day, scroll down and enjoy!
不需要花上十幾小時搭長途機去看Fashion Week，因為澳門可以看到了！上星期的Sands Macao Fashion Week，第一次在威尼斯人看多個品牌的水上天橋秀、巴黎人的Show也是非常近距離看到今季的衣服，是個非常特別的體驗。我也到訪了巴黎鐵塔、坐了威尼斯的貢多拉船等等... 也拍了 @Bazaar 的Cover照！看看那天的Highlight，和我一起參加這個盛事吧。
Outfits: (Top & Necklace) mukmuk: wardrobe
And the Bazaar Cover Photo!
Thank you Sands Macao for the invitation and kind host. And I can't wait until next time I could show you other great shows from other cities - like Paris, New York or even London! Hope you enjoy reading the article.
And YES! Now my Fashion Select Shop - mukmuk: wardrobe and I are holding a Special #GiftAway, go to our facebook page mukmuk: wardrobe to join and win this beautiful Lace Choker that I am wearing here! Don't hesitate!