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Living Free and Spontaneous

{Malibu, California}

This may be my quickest blogpost to date, which is uncharacteristic of me because I’m such a perfectionist when it comes to writing. But I wanted to give a personal update since I haven’t posted about my life in recent weeks on here. Looking back at my posts from 2015, I recognize how much I’ve grown and changed my lifestyle and career to prioritize myself and what’s important for me, my family, friends, and patients. I recall writing this post last year on my desire to explore new places and live freely after all my restrictive years in medical training, and must say that I’ve lived up to my words in 2016!

The pic above was taken recently during the Malibu Wine Safari tour as part of my birthday celebration last month (thanks to my brother for the birthday gift!) and today I’m taking off for a last minute, spontaneous international trip to a country I’m super excited to visit, but honestly wasn’t prepared for since this California girl isn’t used to the rapidly changing and varied climate of this country (hint: the name of the country sounds very cold and is an island). Hence, the quick blogpost today since I need to go finish packing before my flight leaves in a few hours!

If you’d like to follow along on my adventures, be sure to follow me on my Snapchat (@freudandfashion)!! PS: in addition to my daily adventures, I also post educational material on mental health and show my humorous side via parodies about shrinks.

Photo by Alex Manipod

June 10, 2016 11 comments

Medicine Psychiatry

Why I Chose Psychiatry As My Specialty

written by freudandfashion

{Rancho Cucamonga, California}

I am often asked why I chose psychiatry as my specialty, yet as one of my readers pointed out, I’ve never described my reasoning in a blogpost! So here goes my short story of why I chose the path to become a psychiatrist…

The time to solidify your choice in medical specialty and apply for residency training programs occurs during the Fall of the 4th (and final) year of medical school. Students have various reasons for choosing a specific specialty, some knowing which specialty they wanted to go into since childhood, others typically contemplative until right before application season. Some people even change their minds in the midst of residency training and decide to switch specialties.

As a medical student, I attended most class lectures, yet spent majority of the time passively writing notes while chatting on instant messenger. However, when it came to psychiatry, I woke up every morning with excitement to attend each lecture (quite unheard of since I practically dragged myself to every other lecture series), paid attention (and even turned off my instant messenger), thoroughly read the textbook, diligently took notes, and excelled at every exam.

During third year of medical school, students start clerkships, which consists of rotating through various primary care specialties (typically family medicine, internal medicine, Ob/Gyn, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery). When interacting with patients during each rotation, regardless of the specialty I was assigned, I ALWAYS spent more time with my patients asking about their psychological and social backgrounds. As a result, I eventually became identified by my senior resident and Attending physicians as the student who would generally be assigned the patients with a history of mental illness or medically-related psychiatric issue. Also, if a patient was admitted to the hospital for physical symptoms, yet the extensive medical workup failed to determine any causative explanation for the symptoms, I was told to assess if there were any emotional issues that might be contributing to a patient’s intractable symptoms (such as cyclical vomiting syndrome, intractable pain, etc).

I specifically remember one patient — a young woman with intractable nausea/vomiting, who was unable to keep down food and fluids. Her medical workup was normal and the medical team could not identify a cause. While the medical team spent only a few minutes to check in on her (to do a quick medical exam and see if she had eaten), I went to visit her after rounds to chat. My intuition told me that there was more to her issue than solely a physical complaint. She was quite shy and spoke only a few words, yet after a few minutes of engaging in conversation, I believe she saw that I wholeheartedly cared about her wellbeing. As it turned out, she experienced ongoing stressors at home due to a recent move with her boyfriend and often felt isolated since she was often home alone with no friends in her new area of residence. I promised to check in on her after daily rounds and she thanked me for taking the time to speak with her.

On the third day, I saw her untouched food tray, and after a few minutes of talking, I asked if she liked ice cream. I brought her vanilla ice cream from the supply in the nurses’ station. We talked about how she missed her family back home. After several minutes into the conversation, I watched her open up the ice cream cup and slowly start nibbling on small scoops. After eating 25% of the cup’s contents, she politely asked for a cup of water. I quickly got up to pour ice water and asked about her little brother as she took a few sips from a straw. Before I left the room, I closely watched her for a few minutes to observe if she’d vomit the contents. She appeared comfortable with no sign of nausea.

The following morning, I viewed the nurses’ report, which noted that she had no episodes of vomiting overnight and even ate a jello snack. I said ‘goodbye’ to her that morning since our medical team informed her that she’d likely be discharged home after lunch. I couldn’t help but wonder if she’d be okay returning home to the same environment that triggered her symptoms. However, the empty plate on her breakfast tray was an indicator that she ate that morning, which reassured me.

Others docs may feel this way about their own specialty, but in my view (currently and as a medical student at the time), there is an art to psychiatry. There are no labs to rely on and although psychopharmacology is of importance, I immediately noticed the value of a therapeutic connection and communication necessary to fully understand an individual’s situation and the context of their symptoms. Despite such a strong emphasis on pharmacology during medical school, I recognized early on how much certain symptoms (even physical) could not be improved solely by medications and standard treatment alone. I recalled reading The Diving Bell and the Butterfly as a medical student, which inspired me to try various different creative ways to communicate with other patients who struggled to verbalize their needs, and had a bit of success with many.

I have several other reasons that contributed to my decision to pursue psychiatry, but wanted to emphasize how much the nature of my connections with patients empowered me as a medical student. The psychological components of a person’s history are often not prioritized when it comes to a patient’s medical care. Throughout medical school, I often felt inferior particularly because I didn’t achieve the highest grades compared to my classmates. However, I knew one thing for certain when the time came to apply for residency: as a psychiatrist, I could play a vital role in emphasizing the importance of an individual’s psychological and social background in order to fully address health and wellness. And I felt confident that I’d do whatever I needed to be damn good at my profession.

Photo by Marlon Santos

March 18, 2016 24 comments

Medicine

5 Things I Would Tell My Pre-Med Self

written by freudandfashion

Whenever I receive emails and comments from pre-medical students, I reminisce of my ambitious years in college. The most common questions I receive pertain to advice on how to become a standout applicant in order to get accepted into medical school. I’ve mentioned this before in a previous post — I did not perceive myself as a standout applicant (my combined GPA and MCAT scores were below average compared to other applicants). When I started receiving emails from students, I initially felt unqualified to provide advice due to my grades and test scores. Then, I later realized that I can be a motivating source for the nontraditional applicant and those who may not be the most gifted and top ranked in their class. Therefore, I thought I’d do a spin on the email questions I receive by providing advice that I would tell my pre-med self. I obviously wouldn’t change any decisions that I’ve made because each step has led me to the place of satisfaction that I experience in my career today. Yet, being a practicing physician for the last three years, the following are a few things that could have provided a sense of reassurance during my pursuit of a career in medicine.

1. Even if you perform horribly on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), don’t give up.

I don’t think there’s any one formula for getting into medical school, but in general, having a competitive GPA and top MCAT scores obviously increases your chances. Unfortunately, I didn’t fall into the category of being among the more competitive applicants, but I applied anyway. I will say that in my experience, I took the MCAT twice and my second exam scores were not that much better than my first, but I still applied in hopes that my personal statement, experiences, and extracurricular activities may compensate a bit. I was honestly surprised to receive several interviews across the country (MD and DO schools). During interviews, I was asked the reason why I took the test twice, and was honest in my response regarding the circumstances that contributed to my low test scores. Ultimately, I was accepted into two osteopathic medical schools.

2. Don’t listen to those who discourage going to an Osteopathic Medical School.

While applying for medical school, I thoroughly researched the differences between being an MD (Doctor of Medicine) and a DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Initially, I was only going to apply to MD schools because I was discouraged by fellow pre-med students and forums were terribly biased towards MD schools. I decided to apply to both because I liked the osteopathic philosophy and felt that ultimately my main goal was to become a physician and didn’t care whether that meant having “MD” or “DO” at the end of my name. Essentially I went the full osteopathic route by attending an osteopathic medical school (Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific), osteopathic internship (Post-Graduate Year 1), and osteopathic psychiatry residency program (Samaritan Mental Health). Due to the information found in forums, I worried a bit about coming off as inferior by becoming a DO instead of an MD, but I turned out just fine, am a proud DO, and feel well-respected by my peers and the medical community. For more info regarding the differences between the MD and DO degree, check out my post here.

3. It’s more about the quality than quantity when it comes to extracurricular and medical-related experiences that you participate in as a pre-med.

If I could say I excelled at one thing as a pre-med student, it was participation in extracurricular activities. I think I knew in the back of my mind that my grades and test scores alone wouldn’t get me into medical school (plus, I wasn’t 100% sure that I wanted to be a doctor until my junior year in college when applications were due. See #4 below), so I focused my energy on ways to strengthen my application and decide whether or not becoming a physician was the career for me. If I could go back in time, I would’ve participated in less activities in order to prioritize more time to relax and study. Because I’m someone who enjoys staying active and involved — in addition to my full-time course-load, I also volunteered in several hospital departments, worked as a lab assistant, volunteered at a homeless shelter, mentored youth in the community, worked as a researcher for more than two years, was an active member in several clubs and a sorority, worked part-time at a bookstore, among other things. When it came time to apply, I listed all of my activities in my medical school application, but mainly focused on two of the most meaningful activities in my personal statement. During interviews, I was also asked to discuss the one medical-related experience that demonstrated my commitment to a career in medicine.

4. You may be pre-med because your traditional family expects you to become a doctor, but if you change your mind and pursue a different career path, they’ll understand.

I’m sure several students can identify with the pressures to become the shining, admired physician that our high-achieving families expect us to be. My family, especially my grandfather (who was my role model), pretty much implanted in my mind as a child that I was meant to become a physician. In the Philippines, physicians are held with such high regard and status. As the oldest of >30 grandchildren, my grandfather invested a lot of time and energy on educating me at an early age (I started reading when I was 5 years old, taught to write in cursive when I was 7 years old, and had daily home study sessions with him after school, etc), so I didn’t want to disappoint him once the time came to choose my career path in college. I truly wanted to be a broadcast journalist, but decided to apply for medical school after my grandfather passed away from cancer during my junior year. After I performed poorly on several exams during my first year of medical school, I blamed my family and parents for forcing me to go into medicine. I feared telling them that I wanted to quit, but when I failed a practical exam, I couldn’t hold it in any longer. Their response shocked me when they told me that all they want is for me to be happy and that they’re proud of me no matter which field I chose. All these years, I was afraid to tell my parents and never gave them a chance to show how understanding they truly can be.

5. Don’t feel guilty about taking time off after college before attending medical school.

If you were to go straight into medical school after college, you would have a total of at least 24 years of straight education before you graduate residency and become a practicing physician (kindergarten through 12th grade + 4 years undergraduate education + 4 years medical school + at least 3 years of residency). After I graduated from residency, I felt like a fish out of water because my comfort zone and all I’ve known my entire life was to be a student. Personal development is delayed during medical school (since education consumes so much time and becomes top priority), so taking time off for a few years in the grand scheme of things will not hinder you in any way. I initially felt guilty for taking one year off after college because I thought that taking time off rather than going straight into medical school demonstrated a lack of determination. Looking back, I don’t regret it one bit. Oftentimes, our education and future careers become our identity, which ultimately results in less time spent engaging in enjoyable activities and connecting with those who make us happy. With the grueling years of medical training ahead, try to prioritize time for yourself to grow as a well-rounded individual rather than devoting 100% of the time solely towards your career.

Photo by Marlon Santos

November 6, 2015 19 comments

Personal therapy

Weekly Insights

written by freudandfashion

{Ventura, California}

I am a perfectionist (sometimes to a fault) and most of my writing is edited at least 10 times until each and every word is as perfect as can be (at least in my mind). One of the reasons that I don’t post more frequently is due to my perfectionism, because I’d much rather NOT post than write anything that doesn’t meet my standards. So I am trying really hard to let go of my strong inner self-critic. Even during residency, my psychiatry supervisors would find me at the clinic after hours typing notes documenting my patient visits. However, the reason I was there late was not due to having a pile of tasks to complete — it was because I took way too long typing and perfecting each note.

During my training, I recall a free association exercise that my psychoanalytically-trained Program Director had us do as part of an intro to psychoanalytic theory. Free association is a psychotherapy technique where a patient talks or writes freely about whatever comes to mind in relation to a specific topic, with the goal of bringing unconscious thoughts to the forefront or the emergence of repressed memories, which can provide valuable insight of a patient’s problems.

So, with this exercise in mind, here goes my attempt at free associating by typing nonstop for 3 minutes whatever comes to my mind regarding the following topic: lessons learned from this week. And, go:

that it’s extremely hard to say goodbye to several of my patients. a part of me wants to take all of my patients with me to my practice, though I know that it’s probably in some of their best interest to stay within a system with resources to monitor them more closely.

I am sad and exhausted usually by the end of clinic because i didn’t realize saying goodbye would be harder than I thought.

i hate feeling lazy when I get home, but I’m so tired that all I want to do sometimes is lay on the couch and watch shark tank, hotel impossible, or other reality tv-type shows mostly because I don’t want to think. But then I feel bad because I feel like I should be cleaning my house, writing a blogpost, exercising, going grocery shopping, going out for a run, or anything else that makes me feel like i’m not being useless.

i wish I had the energy i once did because I feel guilty knowing that I need rest, need more sleep, get injured when working out, takes me longer to recover from workouts and pretty much anything that makes me aware that i’m getting older.

i look at other bloggers and wish that I blogged more often like them, wish it didn’t take me so long to write wish that i could go eat a cheesecake or something that was fattening and sweet like a lot of skinny bloggers posting food shots on their social media sites as if they actually eat those things. how much of reality is blogging anyway, how can we believe anything that people actually write or say and how i can we tell if someone is being authentic or not. i can’t be fake and maybe that’s why it’s so hard for me to write yet at the same time I don’t know how my image will be perceived and that takes editing that i wish i didn’t have to do.

Thought of the Week: Interesting that my recurrent body image issues and fear of judgment appeared in this post. Perhaps a sign that I should process this material with my therapist?

September 26, 2015 20 comments

Personal therapy

Love Thyself

written by freudandfashion

{Sonoma, California}

Sure, when I first heard Hailee Steinfeld’s single, “Love Myself,” on the radio, I initially became excited that such a popular song celebrated a love for one’s self. And even after dissecting the song’s lyrics (to discover the actual allusion to masturbation), I still remained inspired to write a post that paid homage to myself, particularly because I have been feeling more self-conscious and self-critical lately. The thought of writing about oneself may stir some anxiety due to fear of being judged as narcissistic, self-centered, self-absorbed, conceited, etc, etc. However, our inner critic can be the worst critic of all (I swear my therapist points out my harsh self-criticism at each and every therapy session). And as cliche as it sounds — if we can’t love ourselves, how can we expect anyone else to love us? For me, promoting a healthy sense of self-worth outweighs any risk of judgement.

I vividly recall having to write an acrostic name poem during elementary school and struggling to come up with words that described me. So, as I sit on my couch tonight full of regret for eating pastries brought home from clinic and guilt for not waking up early enough to hit the gym this morning, hear goes my attempt to write a positive ode to myself:

Thoughtful, caring, interactive

I’m reliable, proactive

Down for an outing or adventure

If something new, you’ll be my mentor

Comfortable with leading

Will call you out if misleading

Advocate for those in need

A dog lover of many breeds

A perfectionist constantly inspired

Motivated to grow by those I admire

Smart, sarcastic, smiley

Environmentally-friendly, candid, kindly

Family comes first

Friends down to earth

Finds beauty unrehearsed

Always something to converse

Discount shopping in bursts

Will gladly help unless you’re curt

Spiritually immersed

So hardworking that it hurts

I know what I’m worth

Thought of the Day: Care to try writing one for yourself? (much respect to you if it comes easy…this took me longer to write than I’m willing to admit!)

September 19, 2015 10 comments

Personal

Explore

written by freudandfashion

{Bubblegum Alley, San Luis Obispo, California}

I know that the end of year 2015 is fast approaching, but I’m declaring a resolution for the remaining months: to be spontaneous and feel free to explore. The restrictive years of medical education, training, and work, can be so draining. Some of you may know that I work in clinic part-time (a career decision that I will explain in a future post), however, the majority of the time, I utilize my days off to recover from work. Though I take absolute pride in my work as a psychiatrist, my profession is only a part of my identity and I refuse to let it dominate my life. I’d much rather spend my time exploring new places, trying new activities, and doing whatever I can to make up for lost time spent with my head buried in books and research articles. So, if you ever see me outside of clinic, please don’t call me “Doctor” (unless you don’t know what else to call me, or by chance are a patient of mine). My name is Vania, and I enjoy spending time outdoors, trying a variety of sports activities, poking fun at myself while educating followers on Snapchat, getting carded at any alcohol-serving establishment, and I find beauty in even the ickiest of things (like a gum wall…how cool is that?!).

Have an exploratory weekend!

August 15, 2015 21 comments

Personal

Finding Your Way

written by freudandfashion

{Yountville, California}

I woke up yesterday morning with a sense of dread and struggled to get out of bed, yet ended the day feeling energetic and liberated. Lately, I’ve been making conscious efforts to prioritize myself for the sake of maintaining my sanity. As a result, my mood and anxiety levels have improved almost instantaneously after making a crucial decision regarding my work schedule and the next step to take in my career. If you have any important decisions to make, I strongly recommend holding off on any impulsive, irrational decisions unless you’ve had time to relax and get in the right state of mind. So often our minds get bombarded by all the stressors in our lives that we lack any reserve to think clearly. So take a break, talk it out with others, weigh your options, and trust that your instincts will take you down the right path.

August 1, 2015 6 comments

Psychiatry therapy

Choose Your Therapist

written by freudandfashion

The one thing that has made me the most self-aware, insightful, and empathetic towards others, especially my patients? Psychotherapy. Everyone can benefit from going to therapy. I probably refer 80% of my patients to a psychotherapist, especially since I believe that the best treatment plans consist of more than just medications (or may benefit from therapy alone, depending on the case). When choosing a therapist for myself, I was fortunate to have a trustworthy former supervisor refer me to two great therapists since I first started therapy during residency, though I realize that most people don’t have the luxury of having a go-to person to help them navigate their local mental health resources. I pride myself and put effort into referring my patients to therapists whom I believe will be a good fit. If you’re wondering whether or not you’re ready for therapy, I wrote a previous post that addresses that question here.

The following are some guidelines/tips that I use when choosing a therapist for my patients or suggestions I would give friends/relatives if they were looking for one themselves:

Keep in mind that the most crucial factor for effective therapy is the connection you have with your therapist. The connection is important for feeling safe, developing trust, and creating a mutual understanding of your goals in therapy. Even if the therapist listed trained at the most elite programs or was Dr. Phil himself, if the connection doesn’t develop over time, then it’s best to move on to a different therapist.
If you see a psychiatrist and feel that he/she knows you pretty well…Ask them for a therapist referral based on your history and goals in treatment. Note: if your psychiatrist does NOT know you very well and solely focuses on medications and symptoms, then see bullet points below. I work part-time for a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) where we have designated therapists/case managers (who may or may not know the patient/client) make the referral, yet I’ve made efforts to connect with the contracted therapists so that I have a sense of their therapeutic style to gauge which therapists would work best with my patients.
If you have a friend or family member currently in therapy…Ask if they’d be open to inquiring with their therapist to provide any recommendations for you (Note: make sure your friend/relative actually likes their therapist and trusts their recommendation).
Nuts & Bolts:
- if it’s important to see a therapist who accepts your insurance:
  - take a look at the in-network provider list, or search online directories such as Psychology Today (there’s a section under the profile of accepted insurance plans) and research information on the therapists online. I recently gave a close friend the gift of psychotherapy sessions as a birthday present (yes, I try to be both creative & meaningful with my gift-giving ideas) and since I didn’t live in the area, I resorted to an online therapist search.
- Whether or not you need to see an in-network provider, when narrowing down your list, consider the following:
  - Gender preference
  - Photograph – this is not intended to be superficial. Since having a connection is important, you’d likely want your therapist to appear like someone you can feel comfortable sitting across from and opening up to.
  - Location – if transportation is a crucial component, then limit your search to local therapists. I personally drive one hour to see my therapist in Los Angeles, but I’m okay with the distance because I’m willing to drive further in order to see my therapist, who came highly recommended, versus seeing someone questionable, yet closer.
  - Cost – if on a budget, there are several therapists who offer discounted fees on a sliding scale dependent on your income. If you’re a student, be sure to look into your school’s counseling and psychological services (usually covered if you pay for student health benefits). If you work for a large employer, they may have Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) that provide confidential counseling services for their employees. However, if choosing to pursue out-of-network providers, mental health professionals in private practice may charge anywhere from $50 to over $200 a session depending on location, credentials, and experience, though cost can be greater in larger, metropolitan areas (for example, in Los Angeles, a psychiatrist who provides both medication management and psychotherapy may charge around $400/hour).
When in doubt, try it out. Yes, I’ll admit that some of my referrals haven’t worked out, but for the most part, the initial experience may solidify even more which qualities you prefer in a therapist. I’ve even had a few patients request to see a a different psychiatrist other than me for specific reasons (usually because I look too young) and that’s okay because this is your treatment and we each have our preferences. When you meet for the first time, take note of how you feel while interacting with the therapist (do you feel invited to share, does the therapist have a genuine interest in understanding you, does the therapist seem invested in working with you to help determine the issues impacting you the most?). Keep in mind that just like any relationship, building the therapeutic relationship may take some time, but as long as there’s forward movement in the process, then I hope you commit and stick with it!

Any other comments or suggestions?? If any of you are in therapy, I would love to hear of tips/information you found helpful when choosing a therapist, or, if you’re a mental health professional, I truly welcome your thoughts on how to choose a therapist as well!

April 22, 2015 13 comments

Personal Psychiatry

Casual Fridays – Join the Cause

written by freudandfashion

I started blogging during psychiatry residency training a few years ago not only because I needed a creative outlet, but also because I felt lonely and isolated living in a new town without an established support system. I initially coped by laying on the couch watching excessive amounts of television, but then the idea to start a blog popped up in my mind. Since I rarely shared my feelings with colleagues and supervisors, imagine how embarrassed I felt when my medical director told me that he read my blog! He said that he learned far more about me within minutes of reading a few blog posts compared to the last few months since I joined their program. Since I never felt comfortable enough to verbalize my thoughts nor struggles, I realized that my writing provided a necessary outlet of expression. Over time (through my training and participating in both group and individual psychotherapy), I let down my guard, however, it’s still a significant work-in-progress (ask the members in my current group therapy cohort). However, my experience allows me to empathize with my patients, especially when they describe the difficulties of discussing their issues with others.

The purpose of my blog has been to create an openness to discuss mental health, so I was excited when I came across the conscious clothing line, Wear Your Label, which shares a congruent mission: to create conversations around mental health and ultimately end the stigma. Each garment creates a sense of connection and empowerment by emphasizing positive messages in each piece. For example, their “Stuggle vs. Strength” tee (worn in photo) highlights the co-existence of both strength and struggle, for, the “most valiant strength develops through times of struggle.”

Many organizations, advocates, social media forums, etc, are rising with the same goals in mind of providing support, education, and resources to prioritize mental health. However, each one of us can contribute to this goal simply by opening up about our own individual struggles. That way, none of us ever have to feel alone.

February 27, 2015 6 comments

Lifestyle

Casual Fridays

written by freudandfashion

{Scripps College, Claremont, CA}

To lighten up the mood, I decided to create a series that highlights a bit more about my lifestyle as a busy physician, in addition to specific interests related to fitness, fashion, food, and travel. When I first started my blog during residency, my original goal was to create a lifestyle blog, however, my schedule at the time consisted mostly of work and studying, so my nerdy lifestyle wasn’t too exciting! Over the years my blog has evolved to focus on inspiring, creating, and maintaining a lifestyle geared towards the promotion of mental health. I believe that providing a forum to share information on activities and items that we use to enhance such a lifestyle can be beneficial.

My first post of the “Casual Fridays” series is about shopping and methods I use to save time as a busy professional. When I lived in southern California, I seriously lived across the street from a shopping mall, but when I moved to Oregon for residency training, the closest mall was over an hour away (this might seem frivolous, but not if you’re a so-cal girl)! Therefore, online shopping became my best friend. One important item I’ve been lagging to buy are a new pair of prescription lenses, basically because I’m often exhausted after work or don’t like the hassle of going to busy shopping centers on weekends, so I keep putting off going to the store. When I came across Warby Parker, I felt relieved to find out they have a home try-on program, which meant not having to deal with LA traffic (definite bonus points). Customers select 5 pairs of prescription eyeglasses from their website and they are mailed to you shortly after, then you attach the pre-paid shipping label to send them back after 5 days, all at no cost. The whole process is simple and straight-forward, which I especially appreciate. Since I tend to lose track of time and dates, I had to call their customer service number to confirm my return date and the representative on the line was helpful and friendly. Below are the 5 styles I chose:

I have a tendency to go with simple monotone frames, so this time I’d like to be a bit more adventurous. I’m considering the Finch design from their Spring 2015 Collection (worn in photo at the very top and below). Before I commit and order them online, I’d love your opinion…Yay or Nay?

Photos by Marlon (Veils & Vows)

February 20, 2015 22 comments

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