OUTFIT OF THE DAY
Très Chic in Gingham
July 14, 2017
Gingham made quite a mark this Summer and with how things are going, it's pretty obv that we'll be seeing more of it in the coming months-- and I don't see why not. With it's bold and edgier pattern, it gives your wardrobe a fresh update, making it a great alternative to Summer's mainstays; the florals and the nautical stripes.
Personal Style Staple: Denim Skirt
July 13, 2017
Denim pieces are, without a doubt, timeless closet staples that no one should ever be without. Denim button-down shirts, to the perfect-fitting blue jeans, to the quintessential summer item-- the denim skirt, every guy and gal should have at least one in their closet.
I am never without a good pair of blue jeans and while I may have embraced a much more feminine approach with dresses and skirts, I still have a few trusted denim pieces that I reach for on days when I'm too lazy to dress up. My denim pieces, specifically my jeans, are my fail-proof brunch, shopping, movie dates and meetings OOTD choices and with The Metro Stores' recent Big Denim Party Sale, I updated my closet with a few essentials.
I was gonna make this a collective OOTD post of my The Metro Stores shopping haul but decided against it because I want to give you guys something to look forward to in the next few days. Chos. Haha! Seriously though, I'm whipping up a couple of exciting posts in the coming days to make up for my absence here in blogosphere. So there.
Going back...
Ever since the skinny jeans surfaced, I was never without a good pair and this Petrol super stretch high waist number proved to be good choice.
With just the right amount of snugness, this blue jeans wonder hugs me in all the right places (tucking in a few extra pounds of post-vacation belly) without giving me the trouble of putting it on and taking it off. You gotta admit, there's always that 1 pair of jeans that fits you like a glove but you have to roll on your bed (or floor) when taking it off. Such a pain, really, but good thing this pair isn't one of those stinkers.
And because I'm still not (or ever will be) over off-the-shoulder tops, I paired this with another closet favorite worn as a one shoulder top to give it a fresh spin.
Finished off the whole look with a wicker bag, tassel earrings and low-heeled sandals and voila! Ready to go and do the groceries! Haha!
So how's this for a movie date look?
If you're looking into updating your denim collection, head over to your favorite Metro Department Store and be ready to score denim items sold at half the price!
There's always something for you at The Metro! ;)
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National Stripes Day wearing Dainty Dresses
April 5, 2017
Here is an OOTD that is 7 months late because my (not so) trusty external hard drive decided to die on me last Christmas. Must've been all the hamonada and wine, right? Haha! But aren't you glad that I finally recovered most of my photos from my (then dead, now resurrected) dying HD? Photos as old as 1 year old finally saw the light of Lightroom and boy, am I thrilled! So please expect a slew of backlog posts in the coming days!
Moving on, I recently found out that it was National Stripes Day the other day and just how timely is this post, right? I mean seriously, this is the universe working, people! The universe, and not my lazy procrastinating arse chugging down gallons of water as of writing because I ate too much Pringles. Oh, the things you do to compensate for all your unhealthy eating habits!
Okay, totally unrelated. Anyway..
Stripes remain a perennial favorite in my closet and while I was actually doing closet purge last week, I could never, ever, let go of my clothes in this timeless print.
Let's just face it, I'm sure most of you even consider stripes as a neutral palette just as I sometimes consider leopard print as neutral. To each his own, right?
Some prints just never go out of fashion and Stripes is definitely one of those things. From Breton stripes to Banker to Pencil to Barcode-- one is sure to find a kind of stripe that fits one's personality and style.
Aside from the obvious botanical and foliage prints that dominate Summer, Stripes has definitely earned his stripe as another Summer favorite. Pun intended.
What's your favorite print/s for Summer? ;)
DAINTY DRESSES Off-Shoulder Short Dress worn as a top
A New Kind Of Neutral
March 15, 2017
On days when I feel that black and white isn't going well for me (we all have those days, right?) I turn to a different kind of neutral. A color that is as versatile as black but is a ton chicer-- Caramel.
I've been leaning towards earth tones lately and it sure gives my closet a breath of fresh air. I know I've mentioned this in my Warm Terra Cotta post but there's just something in these colors that keep me reaching for them more. Could it be that they're so easy on the eyes? Or maybe because they complement my skin tone? Or perhaps they're just the "it" colors right now?
Whatever the reason may be, I'm still hoarding warm, toasty tones and it doesn't help that Rosegal has a ton of new pieces in these colors. Definitely not helping at all with my self-imposed shopping ban. Okay. So I just contradicted myself. But who can resist, right? It's all the craze right now so when you're on the prowl for fresh items to update your wardrobe for summer, you now know what colors to get and where to get them from!
Not only do you get to update your wardrobe with Rosegal, you also get to update your accessories-- bags in particular!
This Chain PU Leather Cross-body bag may seem small but it can actually hold a lot of my essentials. From wallet, card holder, small makeup kit, tissue, powerbank and cord-- basically my whole life. Actually no. Not really.
But yeah, you get the picture, right? It's up there.
What I love about this bag is its mini compartments. I love how I can "segregate" my essentials, making them more accessible and easy to locate. Not that this is a bottomless pit of a bag but you know, I don't have to rummage through so much just to locate a pen, or my lipstick because somehow it's like it already comes with it's own bag organizer.
While this may be sold out already (I don't see why it wouldn't be-- it's small but functional,) there are still a lot of trendy and affordable bags from Rosegal that you can choose from that come in colors that scream Summer.
I am actually eyeing a few bags and dresses from Rosegal that I think would make for a perfect addition to all my OOTDs for summer outings and travels.
left: Bohemian Belted Shift Dress - In this hot weather, you can never go wrong with a loose and comfortable dress.
right: Off-The-Shoulder Embroidered Stripes Dress - Embroidery and stripes? Yes, please!
Deep Yellow Embroidered Swing Dress - Doesn't this remind you of Jackie Kennedy?? I love everything about this dress-- from the peter pan collar to the cut, to the color to its embroidery. It's perfect for weekend dates and Sunday brunch with the girls!
LOVE. AT. FIRST. SIGHT. Just how cute is this Cactus Cross-Body Bag?! I sure want this for all my summer OOTDs!
Square toe, low heel, lace-up, ROSE. Everything I want and more! I can pair this with anything! Be it shorts, skirts, cropped pants or culottes, this dainty Square Toe Block Heels pair will definitely make my summer OOTDs more interesting!
Now if you'll excuse me, I have a little shopping browsing to do. Do you have any favorites from Rosegal's newest collection? Share them with me in the comments box below! ;)
Caramel Chain PU Leather Cross-body Bag (similar here)
Caramel Chain PU Leather Cross-body Bag (similar here)
Warm in Terra Cotta
February 27, 2017
There's something about this color that keeps me gravitating towards it. I've been obsessing over these warm fall colors lately that I think it's gotten to a point where I want a wardrobe overhaul just because. Warm, earthy and rich, this red-orange color complements my skin tone perfectly (and surprisingly at that.)
Years ago, I would have dismissed it as something very unflattering-- something that looks dull bordering on irredeemable faux pas. But fashion has a funny way of knocking some sense into us. Case in point: Me back in first year college buying all 7 shirts in the exact same shade to wear to my first few weeks of class. Imagine me wearing a different shirt (baby tee, our generation would call it) everyday but in the colors rust, burnt sienna and terra cotta. EVERYDAY for almost a month. Friends were actually teasing me towards the end of the second week asking if this color was my uniform for no-uniform-days. You bet I turned terra cotta from embarrassment!
But this was the time I learned to love this color. From my shirts to my bag, my slip-ons and even my Nokia 3310 case (too happy they're bringing it back!!) It was a love affair only I understood back then. But then came the hot pink obsession, moving on to the pastels and eventually the fiery reds. This color took a backseat in the farthest reaches of my brain only to have it thrusted back into the spotlight when this became the it color of 2015.
A perfect blend of red, orange and brown, this earth tone is slowly taking up space in my closet again. Paired with softer hues like nude, blush and gray, terra cotta achieves a warm feminine look. For something more dramatic, black is your strongest bet.
This Zaful Wide Leg Pants is made of cotton blend material and with its loose fit, it's the perfect blend of style and comfort. Paired it with a SammyDress Off-the-Shoulder shirt to give a smart casual dress code a spin.
Nothing like a statement purse for accent. With enough space to hold your phone, facial tissue, lipstick and compact powder, this Rose Gal cross-body bag is the perfect size for all your formal engagements.
Needless to say, I'm on the prowl for more terra cotta, rust and burnt sienna pieces. So, what's your current color crush?
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SammyDress Off-the-Shoulder Shirt
Zaful Turnup Wide Leg Pants
RoseGal PU Leather Leopard Print Bag
Hoarding Off-the-Shoulder Anything
November 15, 2016
I basically hoarded off-the-shoulder tops and dresses last month so here I am bombarding you with posts that are mostly, if not all, off-the-shoulder anything.
Trends come and go but one trend that I don't think I'll ever get tired of is the FRINGE.
Fringe anything, fringe everything. There is something about fringe that adds character to an otherwise utterly flat ensemble. Make a statement with a fringe bag when wearing a plain shirt, jeans and flats for a casual look. Spice up a formal dress with a fringe clutch or even fringe heels. They're basically all you need to dress up a look.
Case in point: this Midi wrap dress worn with a PU Leather Eyelet Fringe bag and Low-Heel Fringe Sandals from SammyDress.
Adding pops of color to an outfit can transform your style and can be your ultimate fashion statement. While this sounds really easy, it can also be intimidating. But all you need to remember is to keep everything else clean and sleek. Don a monochromatic ensemble and go fringe-crazy with your accessories. An all black or all white look will definitely look fresh with pops of red or whatever color you love.
This blog was named after my favorite pairs of red shoes-- red pumps, red wedge heels and red flats. I reach for them everything I needed to add a fresh spin to my (always) casual looks back then. I loved them too much that I always clean the soles after each use and keep them in my bedroom where I have a special rack for my must-haves. Yes, I used to play favorites but not anymore. I love my shoes all the same!
This eyelet fringe bag is a current favorite and I've been using it since I received it in the mail. It's roomy and is very comfortable. I love bags that doesn't slip-- bags that I dont have to keep on fixing when I'm walking around the mall with my very active 4 year old. It also comes in black and gray and I'm already thinking of getting the black one!
Which one should I get?
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