Earth Tones



i was never a fan of the colors brown, taupe, nude and everything that resembles dirt and clay. back in highschool and college, i would always go for anything bright, loud and everything that reminds me of cotton candy. yes, i was a candy girl back then and i collected each and every issue that came out in the stands. and yes, my closet was an assortment of rainbow colored pieces and it took me quite a long time to realize that that was the reason why i was having a hard time coordinating my outfits. i've never heard of color blocking or the print on print ensemble, so everytime i needed to (play) dress up, i always end up looking for something new, wear it once or twice, and then store them in my closet for the next 12 months or so because i have nothing else that matches it nicely. haha. i was THIS bad at organizing. but with the influx of fashion and beauty websites and having read online articles like this one from The Beauty Department, you get to slowly sort out your treasure trove that is your closet and go for pieces that are timeless, practical and blends harmoniously with your skin color. after knowing that i have warm undertone that goes well with earth tones, i cannot help but hoard pieces in this color palette. i still have colorful items of course but im slowly incorporating this light and dainty hue into my daily wear :)



anyways, the next set of photos are taken from the recently concluded One Cebu Expo held at the Cebu International Convention Center where local designers, entrepreneurs and the like showcase their world-class products. and always, Janice Minor's pieces are stunningly beautiful. i love all her mirrors! such work of art!

few cutesy items. most booths did not allow picture taking.
my sister Rose wearing Skulls sheer top. Forever 21 jeans and studded loafers
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  1. gosh! this must be the first time i see a blogger pregnant and still blogging, and you've got a major plus point for that! your maternity looks are very lovely, i bet you're gonna have such fun time dressing your kid everyday! when is this due? if i can guess correctly, it's a girl? gosh i'm rambling i'm so excited for you!
    ps - please tell your sister she's got nice pair of shoes <3





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    1. hi wynne! yes, its a girl and im set to deliver anytime this month! thank you so much! oh and my sister says thank you too :)

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  2. You look lovely Toni, congratulations on your preganancy. Love your look.

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  3. i've missed you and Rose…awwwwww. you're looking lovelier everyday Tons..the pregnancy glow has definitely highlighted your beauty! <3

    hope to see you soon! mwah!

    ♥ vanilla ice cream | a cebuana's personal style blog ♥

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    1. we miss you too, Gizelle! and thank you! am excited for you and harry! im sure its going to be a beautiful wedding!

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  4. I like! Rose is in here again! Haha! This is my way of telling Rose to have her own blog. XD

    I like the mirrors in this post. Feeling nako kay gwapa kaayo ko if I have one at home. Haha. Love the uneven hemline and color of your dress, Toni. Never a fan of nude colors too but I only got acquainted with them lately. Thanks for linking up that article. Saved it in my favorites.

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    1. HAHA! Chy, dili pajud daw kaya niya hahaha!

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    2. The mullet dress is from F21 and dugay naman to napalit. Almost three months na to sa closet and kato pa nasuot. The fabric's made of cotton but nindot kaayo siya ig suot. Gwapa kaayo akoang feeling bisan one size bigger kay medium nalang nabilin sa rack. Haha!

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  5. Tons, when are you due??? :)

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    1. Dik! anytime soon nako mo pop! waaaaa! haha! :)

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  6. Fashionable siblings! It runs in the blood! Those are beautiful pieces! Me want!

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    1. thank you, Charles! one of these mirrors would sure look lovely in your new place!

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  7. Hello dear, nice to meet you! Pics are great in this blog and I like the jacket of this outfit =)
    I'm your newest follower now, and I hope you will follow me back, it would be great to keep in touch!
    XOXO
    Ylenia
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    1. thank you so much, Ylenia! def giving your blog a visit!

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  8. You always look fab toni maski preggy pa. I love the mirrors lagi nindot kuhaon. haha

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    1. nindot jud ly! would love to keep one of those branch-y design. haha!
      thanks, ly!

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  9. Congratulations! :) I like your outwfit very much! And the dress from your last post too!
    Would you like to follow each other? Check my blog and let me know! <3
    xoxo

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  10. Hi Toni!
    You know, I've been quite busy with everything that I've been doing in my life and I hardly visit blogs these days. I guess it's been A LONG time that I haven't visited yours because when I came for a visit, I WAS SURPRISED to see that you're already pregnant!

    I told myself, "It's been that long?" You're tummy has grown and I must say, you make such a lovely and stylish preggy. :) Congratulations for this bundle of blessing you're carrying inside you! I can't get over it! Hahaha. You look really great! It's nice to catch up on some of your past posts. :)

    Thanks for dropping by my blog! I remember (nostalgia lang kei, haha) that you're one of the first few bloggers who have "discovered" me way back when I was still blogging privately on my livejournal account.

    Stay stylish! Can't wait to see your baby!!! :)

    hearts,
    Melai of Style and Soul

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    1. Hi, Melai!

      my goodness! that was like 2 or 3 years ago that we first exchanged blog comments! your blog's amazing success is my inspiration lang kaya! :)

      thank you for the sweet comment, Melai!

      xo toni

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  11. I used to prefer dark colored clothes before, it is only now that I've begun to appreciate the art of color blocking. Btw, you really looked pretty. I love that necklace.

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    1. its actually part of my dress :) but that you, marjorie! :)

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  12. you look so great! you're glowing with beauty :) love your outfit! XO

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  13. I would really say you are one of the most beautiful soon to be mommies...im just so excited to see the changes in you ton... So blooming and you are almost due right??? Aww!!! I miss you and stay fab as always!!!

    Kisses,
    Sweet
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    1. sweeeet! been slacking lately with blog hopping and i havent visited yours in quite a while! thanks for the sweetest comment! and yes, im almost due!

      miss you too!

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  14. aw gorgeous preggy! oohh how i wish blogger pdn ako hnggang sa mag kaasawa at anak na ko hahahah so kyoot. you and your sister. natuwa talaga ako.

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