Jewel Tones
September 18, 2016
Unbeknown to most of us, jewel tones are a family of colors that look good on everyone. Whether you're fair, olive, medium or dark skinned, there is always that one jewel hue that will compliment your skin tone.
From sapphire blue, to emerald green, to ruby red and amethyst, jewel tones has the ability to make you look regal, glowing and sophistiqué. You can opt to wear jewel tones piece by piece or go big and bold by wearing a whole new look in jewel tones for maximum impact.
If you're not ready to experiment, always remember to stick to clothing styles that are clean and uncomplicated so as not to make the whole outfit look busy and incohesive.
Complimented the whole look with my red orange bag and black slides to neutralise the bold colors. For this royal blue look, you may opt to skip your accessories/jewelries like what I did here or go gold in chic minimalist designs. Either way, you are sure to fire up this already regal palette.
Forever21 halter top | Zaful side-slit palazzo pants | H&M slides | Rebecca Minkoff bag
Forever21 halter top | Zaful side-slit palazzo pants | H&M slides | Rebecca Minkoff bag
All White But Not The Bride
August 17, 2016
White, being a perennial favorite, has become my go-to color for special occasions, events and even everyday casual dressing. It has dominated my closet and with today's minimalism pegs and capsule wardrobe ideas sprouting like mushrooms, I wouldn't have it any other way. Besides, what's not to love about this fresh, clean and universally flattering color, right?
White mock neck top, white palazzo pants, pastel purse and animal print heels to a friend's wedding because these were the only decent ones my groggy brain could process. This was my first out of town wedding experience and the idea of having to pack for myself, my husband and my little girl has somewhat short-circuited my already aging brain cells.
Some say not to wear white to a wedding, I would agree on that only if your outfit looks overtly bridal, if it upstages the bride or if you look like you're going to a nightclub instead of a wedding. But if it's nothing like the three previously mentioned, and if the invitation did not specify not to wear white, then I don't see why you can't wear it to a wedding. After all, it's not about what color the guests wear, it is about how you celebrate the couple's union and happiness that really matters.
Zara top | F&F Palazzo pants | River Island purse | Nine West heels.
Some say not to wear white to a wedding, I would agree on that only if your outfit looks overtly bridal, if it upstages the bride or if you look like you're going to a nightclub instead of a wedding. But if it's nothing like the three previously mentioned, and if the invitation did not specify not to wear white, then I don't see why you can't wear it to a wedding. After all, it's not about what color the guests wear, it is about how you celebrate the couple's union and happiness that really matters.
Zara top | F&F Palazzo pants | River Island purse | Nine West heels.
Slightly Boho
May 18, 2016
On some days, we all just want to channel our inner Vanessa Hudgens and go all out (or in this case, slightly) bohemian.
On days when I try to dress differently from my usual and preferred aesthetic, I always go for boho dressing-- something that I've always wanted to achieve but just can't quite keep up with. I don't know if that's my closet talking or I'm just really not the Gabriella Montez type. Either way, I still try to experiment just to keep things from looking too monotonous bordering on crazy boring.
Off-shoulder tops has got to be the biggest trend this summer and I can't blame anyone who hoarded, and still hoarding, this cult favorite. Chic and comfortable, this is probably your best bet to beat the summer heat and if you've read my Cold Shoulder entry, you will know why this is fast becoming a personal favorite, too.
To complete this slightly boho look, I paired this off shoulder top with my soft palazzo pants from H&M and a fringe bag to seal the deal. Nothing says boho like wide-leg trousers and fringe detail, yes?
South Shores off shoulder top | Zalora wedge sandals
H&M pants, fringe bag and layered necklace
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Cold Shoulder
February 23, 2016
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That 70's Flare
April 9, 2016
Fast-forward to 2011 when skinny jeans were the holy grail and I went out wearing flares (the hippie in me) and someone called me out for wearing such an outdated look through a social media post. My emotions were that of amusement and nonchalance because I couldn't understand where the hate (ignorance) was coming from-- it was too hilarious. But then again, I think I knew where she was coming from in terms of dressing, sentence construction, sartorial choices and overall fashion sense. or lack thereof.
What I'm trying to say in this post is that you do not call people out for their different take in fashion trends, be them old or new. As cliché as this sound but as how Yves Saint Laurent put it "Fashion fades, style is eternal." Your personal style will get you through different eras, trends and seasonal collections of fashion. It is what will and should define you, not the current trends, not your friends' choices and certainly not what other people tell you to wear. Maybe, just maybe, the only time you call people out is when they wear their leggings as jeans showing off that hideous camel toe, or when their undergarments doesn't match their clothes (hello red bra straps under a white top! hideous!) or when they wear clothes inappropriate for a particular occasion. Case in point: Shorts or rompers to a formal event or daisy dukes (okay, shorts) to a semi-formal event, or shorts to an event requiring smart casual attire. It may be summer all year round in the Philippines but one just can't wear shorts to each and every occasion esp to an event that requires you to put on something decent (read: definitely not shorts.) Besides, I don't think one has the right to call people out on their slightly different take in trends esp if it comes from someone who wears a cami to a social gathering where people are expected to put their best (and stylish) foot forward. So, no. You do not call people out when you can't even tell that you are wearing ill-fitting trousers.
Having said that, here's me wearing a cami with an embroidered cardigan over it to make it more decent for PLDT's HomeXAirBnb event at Villa Resort Busay. I've been on the lookout for the best fitting flare jeans and good thing Forever21 and H&M carry a whole new collection of summer must-haves that include flares in denim and in soft jersey material.
Flare pants flatter your curves or play them up if you're lacking in that department. The trick to pulling off this look is to pick one in the right size and length. Flare pants should hug you just right on the hips, skinny on the legs, with the hem grazing just above the sole of your shoes. Picking one that's too long for you makes you look shabby while a pair that's too short makes people think that you've outgrown your clothes. Both are unsightly, trust me. UNLESS, of course, you are going for the kick flare trend then that's fine but otherwise, hell no.
What I'm trying to say in this post is that you do not call people out for their different take in fashion trends, be them old or new. As cliché as this sound but as how Yves Saint Laurent put it "Fashion fades, style is eternal." Your personal style will get you through different eras, trends and seasonal collections of fashion. It is what will and should define you, not the current trends, not your friends' choices and certainly not what other people tell you to wear. Maybe, just maybe, the only time you call people out is when they wear their leggings as jeans showing off that hideous camel toe, or when their undergarments doesn't match their clothes (hello red bra straps under a white top! hideous!) or when they wear clothes inappropriate for a particular occasion. Case in point: Shorts or rompers to a formal event or daisy dukes (okay, shorts) to a semi-formal event, or shorts to an event requiring smart casual attire. It may be summer all year round in the Philippines but one just can't wear shorts to each and every occasion esp to an event that requires you to put on something decent (read: definitely not shorts.) Besides, I don't think one has the right to call people out on their slightly different take in trends esp if it comes from someone who wears a cami to a social gathering where people are expected to put their best (and stylish) foot forward. So, no. You do not call people out when you can't even tell that you are wearing ill-fitting trousers.
Having said that, here's me wearing a cami with an embroidered cardigan over it to make it more decent for PLDT's HomeXAirBnb event at Villa Resort Busay. I've been on the lookout for the best fitting flare jeans and good thing Forever21 and H&M carry a whole new collection of summer must-haves that include flares in denim and in soft jersey material.
Flare pants are flattering if you're wearing heels because they make your legs look like they could go on for days (hashtag LegsForDays.) You can go for wedge sandals, sky-high platforms or mid-heel block heels like the one I'm wearing here, but your footwear greatly depends on the length of your jeans, really. Overall, finding balance is the key to pulling off this quintessential 70s trend.
Bisou!
Forever21 cami, cardigan and flare jeans.
H&M fringe bag. Zalora mid-heel block heels.
Penshoppe Sundazed sunglasses. Michael Kors watch
Coachella on my mind
April 17, 2013
so with coachella in mind, i decided to wear this last weekend while hunting for beautiful porcelain pots for the garden. cropped top to beat the oppressive heat, palazzo pants because i haven't worn them since 2011 and a denim vest cos i could never dare to walk around the metro looking half-naked to the fashion illiterate. and yes, if i could do sun salutations while enjoying the world-famous music festival, i'd definitely wear this. knowing california's weather (hot in the morning, chilly at night) a vest, better yet a cardigan, and a pair of comfortable pants are, without a doubt, lifesavers.
forever 21 vest, cropped top and palazzo pants. charlie apparel sunnies.
flamingo sandals. steve madden fringe bag.
Wild Child
January 8, 2013
imagine my delight when i tried on these palazzo pants i bought 2 years ago ( also worn here) and saw that it fits me once again. 3 months postpartum and i think its safe to say that im already back to my pre-pregnancy waistline. this worries me a bit since i dont plan on looking like my 25-year-old-stick-thin self again but its also a relief because it only means that i get to wear my old clothes. not too much of a wardrobe overhaul after giving birth and i couldn't be any happier.
wild child cropped top, palazzo pants - forever 21
nude sandals - charlotte russe
wild child cropped top, palazzo pants - forever 21
nude sandals - charlotte russe
OUTFIT: Smart Casual
November 19, 2015
Smart Casual dressing need not to put you in a minefield when going through your closet for outfit ideas. While others get it confused with Business casual, Smart casual is the less dressy urban dressing counterpart. It is a bit complex as it tells you to be somewhere in between easy-breezy everyday wear but definitely nothing too stiff and formal.
"I have measured out my life with coffee spoons"
December 19, 2011
nothing completes me more than waking up to the bittersweet aroma of freshly brewed coffee.
the perfect antidote to lazy and rainy days.
the perfect antidote to lazy and rainy days.
what's your morning ritual?
bazaar sheer top. forever 21 palazzo pants, belt and gold chains bracelet.
charlotte russe necklace. cocoon ring. ggm flats
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