I've moved on...
...to a different domain. Why, what were you thinking? The truth is, I just woke up one day and decided it's time for a change—a metamorphosis, if you will; or, in layman's terms, if Britney can shave her head, then maybe so can I? Nevertheless, it's been a rather handsome 10 years of talking to you, and thank you for putting up with all my moodswings and terrible dad jokes. Fear not! The hormonal imbalance and jokes are more terrible on CUBICLE, see you there.
www.cubiclejournal.com
14th February 2015

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styling & art direction SHINI PARK photography SHINI PARK & BRIAN LEAVY production BENJAMIN DEAMER project manager BRIAN LEAVY. in collaboration with BALLY

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Python bucket bag – Bally ‘Paula’

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“I love you a million cheese pizzas” is what I imagine my Valentine’s Day note would read, if I ever managed to live through this ‘holiday’ without wringing my eyeballs out. That message of course, represents everlasting, spell-binding, Disney-grade love. Because duh, pizza. Sprinkle in some love you a thousand glazed-donuts, tacos, cheese-fries…etc into the equation, and it means tonight we’re probably going to get it on. Alas, for the sake of professionalism we went for another line on this Valentine’s love-story we shot for Bally, but coincidentally one I hear every morning: Good morning, my love. (I however, cannot confirm whether my husband says this to his breakfast bowl or to me.)

Handwritten notes, before emails
patent iconic ‘B’ wallet BALLY

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Mens stripe wallet & USB Keychain – Bally

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Cherry-red accents and nude lips
clutch-bag BALLY

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Joking aside, this year my husband and I mark our tenth year together, and as much as we love to hate on the commercial holidays, when I look back it had really been a decade of very happy unValentine’s days, with nine Valentine’s days in the midst. The timing is perfect, even if the very notion of the ‘holiday’ induces a mini barf, and if there ever was a brand out there that I would work with to ‘celebrate’ the actual day, it’d be Bally. Nonpretentious, gluten-free, grown up sort of love. A modern relationship that is all about good design and functionality. And a few pink bags strewn around just for the fun of it all because you know, glazed-donuts. So here’s my Bally love story, produced and photog-assisted by the two favourite boys that make my life easier (Brian and Ben), and composed by yours truly.

Cotton shirt and suede skirt – Bally RTW

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53 Comments

  1. Stephanie
    February 14, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    aaaah shini, you look amazing! i’m glad you’re having a nice valentine’s!
    VISIT / 13 FRIDAYS

  2. SAUL
    February 14, 2015 at 9:33 pm

    Wow, these bags are beautiful and I just love the romanticism of the shoot. The moving image at the end just tops it off perfectly.

    http://www.shopsaul.blogspot.com

  3. That New York Girl
    February 14, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    Happy Valentine’s Day! Lovely post. <3

    http://www.thatnewyorkgirl.com

  4. Fashion Agony
    February 14, 2015 at 9:53 pm

    Amazing work, I adore you aesthetics!
    And that pink (lilac?) skirt is perfection <3

  5. Bianca @itsallbee
    February 14, 2015 at 10:05 pm

    Beautiful photograpy as usual. Look the little pink Bally clutch with my initial :D

    http://www.itsallbee.com

  6. Carina
    February 14, 2015 at 10:07 pm

    The GIF at the end of it is amazing!! <3
    So is your outfit, and the Bally bag, and everything about this post!

    Running White Horses | Fashion + Travel

  7. Annalyn
    February 14, 2015 at 10:17 pm

    The styling and images are so beautiful! I love the cinemagraph at the end!

    xx

  8. Jeannie
    February 14, 2015 at 10:34 pm

    I, myself, do contest to saying ‘I love you’ .. Whilst looking be intently at a chocolate cake I’ve spotted in the distance

    http://www.whimsicalzoo.blogspot.com

  9. Adeola Naomi
    February 15, 2015 at 12:10 am

    Happy Valentine day and congratulations!!

    http://www.distinguisheddiva.com/

  10. natalie
    February 15, 2015 at 1:39 am

    wow beautiful photos!
    congrats on 10 years
    that’s amazing
    x
    http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au

  11. Danielle
    February 15, 2015 at 6:34 am

    Beautiful post yet again and loving the GIF at the end <3

  12. Jassem Al-Buloushi
    February 15, 2015 at 7:13 am

    The pictures are so bright and calm. I love the gif in the end, very creative.

  13. Jassem Al-Buloushi
    February 15, 2015 at 7:13 am

    The pictures are so bright and calm. I love the gif in the end, very creative.

  14. supal {chevrons & éclairs}
    February 15, 2015 at 10:26 am

    ugh this is so beautiful. You are more and more creative every single time. And really, my valentine would say the same thing where pizza is interchangeable with donut holes.

  15. Stine Mo
    February 15, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    WOW, such a beautiful post! Love it all

    xx
    http://themolook.com

  16. Char
    February 15, 2015 at 4:07 pm

    My tastes are very … singular. And I have an insatiable appetite for your blog.
    :p

    Lovely post! Really enjoyable, as always.

  17. Paris by Friday
    February 15, 2015 at 5:00 pm

    Shini, the styling and photography is beautiful! That lilac skirt is eye candy and a half – what a stunning post. All the best to you and your husband…10 years is definitely something to celebrate, whether on Valentine’s Day or everyday!

    With love ♥︎ » Paris by Friday

  18. Fashion Snag
    February 15, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    Beautiful post!

    http://www.FashionSnag.com

  19. Cee
    February 15, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    My best and here’s to many more happy years.

  20. Helô
    February 16, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    Perfect photos! Love the colour of the walls and the decor!

    xx
    Helô, from Vestido do dia

  21. Lola Byatt
    February 16, 2015 at 2:43 pm

    I feel my comments are becoming repetitive…WOAH, these pictures are stunning. I feel that a lot of blogs distill the essence of successful blogs out there and so a lot of blogs do tend to get a leeetle bit repetitive (feel mean saying that) but your blog is fresh and full of new ideas. love love

  22. Champagne Star
    February 16, 2015 at 3:45 pm

    Congratulations on your 10 years of marriage! Personally, I think everyday should be V-day with the person you love.

  23. Kauana
    February 16, 2015 at 5:25 pm

    Happy Valentine’s day and congratulations ^^

  24. Marie
    February 17, 2015 at 12:18 am

    Happy 10th ear anniversary!

    xx,
    Marie

    http://www.LivRiot.com
    http://www.LivRiot.com

  25. Andres Poiche
    February 17, 2015 at 12:45 am

    amazing all

    http://thepocketstyle.blogspot.com/

  26. Patricia Yaker Ekall
    February 17, 2015 at 11:21 am

    Gorgeous photography as usual, Shini.

  27. Elevator shoes
    February 17, 2015 at 1:42 pm

    Beautiful photos! Love all this pastel colors and especially light pink wallet! Beautiful.

  28. Ana @Champagnegirlsabouttown
    February 17, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    I can’t stop salivating over this bag. Snakeskin is a big love (lust) of mine.
    Ana
    http://www.champagnegirlsabouttown.co.uk

  29. Annie
    February 17, 2015 at 6:53 pm

    Beautiful photos!! Hope you had a good Valentine’s Day!

    Annie
    The MAMA Gazette

  30. THE|AVANTGUARDIAN
    February 17, 2015 at 10:33 pm

    You look great Shini, as always. Hope you had a great V-day!

    http://www.theavantguardian.com

  31. annie lee
    February 18, 2015 at 5:42 pm

    everything about this post was beautiful :)

  32. Divya
    February 18, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    Beautiful!

    http://www.eatwearwander.com

  33. Maiko
    February 19, 2015 at 7:09 am

    Oh it seems perfect xx

  34. Maiko
    February 19, 2015 at 7:09 am

    Oh it seems perfect xx

  35. Habitat Parisien
    February 19, 2015 at 9:05 am

    We love the bags en the pictures are beautiful! Come and meet our adventures in Paris at http://habitatparisien.blogspot.fr

  36. Zmode
    February 20, 2015 at 10:04 am

    Beautiful shots!!! Love it so much!

    Go check out my latest post on blog

    http://zmodecouture.blogspot.com/2015/02/hello-everyone-i-am-so-happy-to-share.html

  37. Yin
    February 23, 2015 at 11:11 am

    God, I’m totally in love with your blog. It never dissappoints.

  38. Alice
    February 26, 2015 at 6:47 pm

    Out of all the blogs I read, yours really truly stand out! From your photos to your subjects, everything is always captured so beautifully. Thanks for sharing your great work!

    xo, Alice
    http://houseinconnue.wordpress.com/

  39. Jocellyn
    February 28, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    Ohh, I just want to crawl into this scene. Very beautiful all around!

  40. Joyce
    March 2, 2015 at 3:06 am

    Gorgeous post.
    http://www.discountmon.com

  41. Melanie
    March 2, 2015 at 6:54 pm

    It was a time I loved Valentine’s Day. Now I’m not so enthusiastic about it. I guess it’s only a period in my life so I wait for the real love with the following V’Days.

  42. Ola
    March 3, 2015 at 4:38 pm

    You look really great!

  43. The Gilded Lifestyle
    March 6, 2015 at 4:54 pm

    Beautiful post…

    thegildedlifestyle.blogspot.com

  44. nico
    March 7, 2015 at 1:33 am

    Gros coup de coeur pour ton sac!
    J’adore la forme et la couleur!!!
    Il est PARFAIT! <3 <3 <3
    Un sac de plus sur ma wishlist!!!!
    Bises
    Bonne journée
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  45. Cynthia
    March 7, 2015 at 5:11 pm

    Love this photo series and beautiful skirt.

    Cynthia
    http://www.pinchofchic.com

  46. Carlotta
    March 11, 2015 at 11:39 am

    Amazing pictures! Beautiful!

    Best wishes,

    http://www.themultiplechoice.com

  47. Rocío
    March 14, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    Everything was beautiful. I honestly love your blog to a million caramel macchiatos

    – rocionaval.blogspot.com x

  48. Joyce
    March 16, 2015 at 7:57 am

    Thank you for your sharing.
    http://www.discountmon.com

  49. M&MFASHIONBITES
    March 22, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    Like the pink and red one :)
    Maria V.

  50. Tecmint
    March 26, 2015 at 10:17 pm

    That’s sweet!!!
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  51. Candy
    March 31, 2015 at 8:48 am

    so romantic!
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  52. Michelle
    April 16, 2015 at 7:52 am

    Great photos , i just love your blog !

  53. Marcia
    February 12, 2017 at 11:59 pm

    Beautiful images. Thank you.

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