LIFESTYLE

An in-depth look at what we wore in San Diego from March 21–24. The mornings and evenings were a bit chilly in the low 60s, but the it was warm during the day in the high 70s.

We traveled around Japan and visited Nagoya, Osaka, and the Tokyo area between May 31st through June 9th. Here is what we packed and wore during Japan's rainy season.

The weather was cloudy with some showers, which actually helped cool down the temperatures so we got lucky with temps in the low 80s and cool mornings around the high 60s. It was also a bit muggy, as anticipated due to our location in the south.

A comprehensive list to what I wore and packed for Hawaii from June 20 - 27. Some useful essentials include a waterproof phone case and Gatherall Backless Bra.

A guide to what to wear in the early days of March. This period falls just before the much-anticipated spring Cherry Blossom season, making it a bit challenging to decide what styles to pack for the trip.

What to wear and pack for Dubrovnik, Croatia in August.

We visited Washington DC in late October and were looking forward to the Fall weather. Here is what we wore for our three days and two nights of adventures in DC.

The weather in Asheville, NC in October can be quite pleasant, with crisp mornings (50’s) and mild daytime temperatures (70’s). To enjoy the fall foliage comfortably, layering was key, and here is what we ended up packing and wearing. 

We visited Japan April 19th through May 3rd and the temperatures fluctuated throughout the day. Here is what we ended up wearing during our two-week trip to Narita and Tokyo. 

Given the warm and comfortable climate on Coronado Island, here is what I ended up wearing during my trip from July 12-15.

In October, long-sleeved shirts or lightweight sweaters are ideal for sunny afternoons. For chillier days a light coat will keep you cozy and comfortable. Here is what we ended up wearing during our two-week trip from October 4th through October 18th.

Weather-wise, July is a great time to visit London. The mornings and evenings are in the 60s and the daytime temperatures were in the 70s. Layering is definitely key.

June is a great time to visit Paris. The mornings and evenings are in the 60s and the daytime temperatures range from the high 70s to mid-80s. We encountered some light rain and cloudy weather, but for the majority of our time in Paris, we experienced sunny weather.

I often get asked what women should wear in Turkey or if there is some sort of dress code for women. In general, you can pretty much wear whatever you want. The only places where you need to dress a certain way is at the mosques. To give you a better idea on what you should pack, here’s what I wore in Cappadocia, Antalya, Kas, Pamukkale, and Istanbul.

Whether you’re shopping, hiking, walking your pooch, or just want a chic phone accessory, Bandolier is the ultimate fashion accessory to protect your precious gadget and carrying it hands-free.

We’ve added several Amazon Fashion brands to our wardrobe this past year for our travels and everyday wear. We thought it would be a good time to review the fit, size, comfort, and overall quality of the garments.

Recently, we’ve been escaping on the weekends visiting various areas throughout Southern California and our go-to road trip clothing has been Anatomie. Anatomie uses luxe French and Italian fabrics to make their clothes wrinkle-free, quick-dry, durable, and exceptionally easy to care for, which is why they make for the perfect road trip attire.

If you are a vegetarian, vegan, or just someone who wants to indulge in a meal packed with nutrients, then Kinpira Gobo (braised carrot and burdock root) is a great choice. Gobo is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals and has been used for centuries in holistic medicine.

I love mayonnaise but I love Japanese mayonnaise even more. It’s a very different taste from American mayo and is commonly known as Kewpie in Japan. This Japanese Macaroni Salad recipe uses a good amount of Kewpie mayo and it’s a popular side dish in Japan. It’s a very simple dish to make.

Katsu is a common and very popular comfort food in Japan that Crystal and I cook all the time. It’s a very simple dish and it’s also a great recipe to cook with kids. As a child, I really enjoyed helping my mom prepare this dish.

I want to emphasize that it’s not just about the products I use, but when I use them. I have always felt that my nighttime routine was the most important time for my skin to rejuvenate. I’m a strong believer that the products I use to recharge and nourish my skin, to its fullest, is best achieved by showering at night right before I go to bed.

I love Japanese comfort foods and one of my favorite dishes from Japan is tatsuta age. I cook this at home all the time and over the years, I’ve adapted the recipe to a healthier version by not deep frying the chicken.

Many traditional Japanese foods are filled with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and beneficial bacteria that naturally boost your immune system. I personally think that this is a better and cheaper option than dietary supplements, for the most part.

The world is having to adjust to their new norm now by staying at home and having less contact with family, friends, and co-workers. For a lot of people, this has been a difficult time being so isolated, but there’s also a lot of positives that are coming out of this. Here are some things you can do to help keep your spirits up while you’re safe at home.

February is a great time to travel to Guatemala. I visited Lake Atitlan in the middle of February for 5 days on a personal yoga retreat and was able to pack everything I needed in my carry-on luggage. These are my recommendations on what to pack while visiting this gorgeous lake.

Amazon Fashion has made its way into the fashion scene with The Drop and Shop by shopbop, which we have found ourselves purchasing more and more of our clothing from. We put together a list of our favorite fashion finds from Amazon that we have been wearing on repeat.

If you want to know what to pack and wear for your trip to Amsterdam and Bruges in November, we share exactly what we packed for this tricky time of year. We also share the items we wish we would have packed.

When we travel, the one thing we always wish we could afford to do is to hire a personal photographer to take photos of us together. On our most recent trip to Amsterdam, we decided to hire a professional vacation photographer from Localgrapher. We wish we had known about this service sooner because our experience was amazing!