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Holiday relaxation While everyone is out of town or in the province for the holidays, I’m staying in the city. With the new year coming in, I’m taking this as an opportunity to relax, detox my body and de-clutter my space to make room for 2015 so I badly wanted a quick vacation somewhere near the Metro. in Nurture Wellness Village Through Travehood PH, I discovered Nurture Wellness Village! Located in Tagaytay, this hidden gem known for their spa services was a quick drive down to the South and when I arrived, I realized, “The drive is so worth it.” Welcome drinks | Pandan Tea Upon my arrival, the staff warmly greeted me as I nestled in the receiving area. I arrived around 1pm and with the cool Tagaytay weather, you wouldn’t mind popping in any time of the day. Muse by Gianne halter top | Crow PH white culottes | Yay Designs cover up I made sure to dress comfortably and I couldn’t have chosen a better cover up than this piece from Yay Designs. The white bolero converts into so many things so watch out for it in my next post. These white culottes from Crow can be…

in my holiday uniform In a country wherein we have only 2 seasons, I get pretty jealous when the fall/winter collections come in after July. My favorite brands stock up all the layering pieces you can think of: scarves, coats, hats and wool socks but unfortunately, no cool weather here to wear it – unless it’s the holidays! Layering in Manila I have learned a little cheat sheet when it comes to layering in Manila. Let me know if you agree with me! Mango plaid dress | Zara boots | Forever 21 thigh highs I’ve always wanted to own thigh-high booties but that would obviously be too warm for our climate. Instead, I re-created that look and wore thigh-high cotton socks instead. Avoid material such as wool cos that’ll be too warm! Veloci Voyager Watch The synthetic material of the dress isn’t as warm as it looks. Plus, the length gives a lot of ventilation. Haha! To keep it simple, I paired this look with a Veloci classic Voyager watch. Check out Veloci on Facebook! Mango red purse Since the majority of the outfit is in blue/black, I paired a bright red purse from Mango for a pop of color.…

Style war-ready Attention, soldier! Camo is making a camo-back (see what I did there?) this season and it should never have left! It’s one of the most coveted prints because of it’s neutral palette and this time, I discovered a new piece with this war-ready print. Yuki Tansengco Who says you can’t mix prints when wearing camo? Of course you can. Here are some tips to style your camo piece. American Apparel black romper Since camo is usually known as a masculine print, it’s OK to show off a little skin. I could’ve worn this parka with black jeans but that might appear too into the fatigue theme but then again, it depends on WHERE you’re headed to.  Abby Jocson Shayne camo backpack | Php1450 I’ve been eyeing on this backpack ever since it was launched on the @abbyjocson Instagram and I’m GLAD I finally have it!! This bag features a zipper closure, inside pocket and only for Php1450. I love locally made goods – designed by my good friend, Abby, too! To order, check out Abby Jocson on Facebook. Forever 21 Olive green parka I’m into the fall/winter style pegs now even though it’s always summer in Manila. I…

Normcore I’ve been seeing the word “normcore” a lot lately and I learned that it’s a hybrid between “normal” and “hardcore” aka a lazy dressing. Haha! I guess I know have a word when asked to define my style? Sort of.  Yuki Tansengco I’ve always been a lazy dresser but I still make it a point to look put-together and neat – it’s a tough balance! When it comes to events, heels will always be my last resort since I find (most of) them uncomfortable. Thrift shopper at heart I found these vintage coordinates in a garage sale pile. I like wandering around thinking: who owned these before? That’s the interesting (and slightly scary) part of 2nd hand shopping – your piece always has a story. Forever 21 gold cuff I have two theories: the lady who used to own this must’ve 1. worked in corporate under sales (possibly a fun brand) or 2. she could’ve been a teacher or guidance councilor. I figured the length is too short for conservative schools. Haha! Topshop black doctor bag To downplay the corporate vibe of the coordinates, I paired it with my favorite mandals and black bag. There is really nothing comfier…

in Mall of Asia I used to have the notion before that “Fashion Week” would be all about couture, high fashion and designer pieces. I’m glad I was able to break that notion this year and attend fast-fashion retailer shows such as F21 and Suite Blanco! Philippine Fashion Week 2014 This is what I wore to the only day I attended PhFW. I received invites for the F21, Suite Blanco, Sfera and Uno De 50 shows and I do not regret going one bit! 🙂 Yuki Tansengco My outfit is ready for a dainty tea-party! Guess where I got the dress? W.E. Garage blue polka-dot dress I’ve been so caught up with the blogging side of my life lately that I’ve sort of drifted from my main of interest – the business. So I need to focus for the holidays starting with this dress. It’s one of our prototypes – what do you think? SM Parisian brown heels | Abby Jocson tote Gone are the days when my interest was tight-fitting bodycon dresses. I find myself gravitating towards shapeless and loose-fitting pieces now. It’s all about comfort without sacrificing style! Forever 21 white blazer Before, I used to mind when…

Lazy Dressing 100 It all started yesterday when my sundo was already outside but I still couldn’t figure out what to wear. I guess it’s safe to say that time pressure breeds creativity and resourcefulness – I instantly came up with an outfit! Yuki Tansengco Got a lot of button down shirts laying around your room? Here’s how you can transform your shirt into a skirt! 🙂 Lazy Sunday For the first time, I tried out Kanto and Kool Kids in Kapitolyo to see what the fuss was about. Two thumbs up! I super love the food in Kanto – so yummy and very affordable. As for the Kool Kids ice cream, you should try it when you want to see something new. Haha! Zara grey shirt | Thrifted Holiday-themed buttondown | Birks To get this look, simply button up the shirt until where it meets the waist then knot the sleeves part down the middle. Make sure you tuck the collar part inside and the sleeves under the knot for a neat finish! Try it out and let me know what you think! 🙂 Vans hologram sunnies | Storm brown leather watch You can experiment with different buttondown textiles like…

Leather for the weather My heart is still mourning for DLSU’s loss as I type this but we must move forward somehow, right? I guess today’s rainy weather was already a sign… a sign for me to wear leather. Head-to-toe in F21 I never thought of leather (or similar material) will be ever appropriate to wear under Manila weather but I surprisingly found a piece that’s more of haute than hot. 😉 Yuki Tansengco Recently, I went to the First x Forever relaunch of Forever 21 SM Megamall which you can read about here. The new hip design made it easier for me to navigate around the store and led me to these pieces! So today, I finally conclude that it’s okay to whip out your leather jackets and not melt at all. 🙂 Casual Burgundy Jacket | Php1275.00 I thought it would be really warm but I was wrong. This casual jacket from Forever 21 is light and is made of leatherette – a thinner kind of material. It has a lot of pocket compartments, too! Gold Mixed Chain Necklace | Php620.00 I am a sucker for choker-type gold necklaces. You’ll be in accessory-heaven for sure when you go…

Forever 21’s first ever store in the Philippines – SM Megamall Surprises continue to pour as LA-based retail giant gives it’s FIRST ever store in the Philippines a fab makeover! I clearly remember the launch 4 years ago – Forever 21’s arrival was HIGHLY anticipated. F21 has become a household name – with 9 stores spread across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, and another one fast on its way within 2014.  First x Forever: Store Relaunch in SM Megamall Change is always good – as long as it’s for the better. Now, in its fourth year, Forever 21’s SM Megamall flagship store receives a sophisticated and streamlined makeover, reflecting the brand’s new international look. What better way to celebrate it with fun treats, beats and the most loyal F21 patrons? 🙂 Hosted by Martine Cajucom To celebrate the relaunch, F21 partners with IT Girl Martine Cajucom to host the event! It kicked off with a fashion show featuring the latest pieces from their Fall Collection featuring iconic model Anja Rubik. The collection ranges from soft sweaters to oversized trenches with a color palette of camel, pale pink and prints. Restyled. Revamped. Reinvented.  We bid goodbye to the ornate Lucite chandeliers and said hello…

to commemorate 40 years of Hello Kitty Exclusive collection – limited number of pairs only! You’ve cat to be kitten me right meow! This new collection of Vans is too adorable for words. To celebrate the 40 wonderful years of Hello Kitty, Vans x Sanrio released exclusive designs for the young ones and well.. the young once. Vans x Hello Kitty Collection Launch I’ve loved Hello Kitty for as long as I can remember. I’d go gaga at Sanrio stores and my parents would bring me there for treats. I get sold on ANYTHING with Hello Kitty – even if she hasn’t aged ONE bit in 40 years. Haha! in Vans Glorietta Vans has teamed up once again with Sanrio’s iconic Hello Kitty character, this time on the occasion of Hello Kitty’s 40th anniversary and featuring a selection of Vans classic silhouettes. Let me take you to a sneak peek on what went down in the launch! Vans X Hello Kitty Collection Vans Philippines finally unveils the 2nd installment of the Vans x Hello Kitty collection! Those models take the form of the Authentic, Slip-On and Sk8-Hi Slim, dressed with unique materials — including synthetic fur, in the case of the Slip-On and Sk8-Hi — and Hello…

Go La Salle! For me, style has no boundaries. Fashion has no rules. You can wear pink with red if you want to although I highly don’t suggest that but if you feel like it then go for it! Today, I chose to wear green pants. Whoever said it looked weird on our coaching staff – hasn’t seen the female version of the uniform (this!). Lol – just kidding! But hey it’s not so bad 🙂 #Animootd Whenever I attend UAAP games, I see some people with the cutest white and green combinations. I encourage you guys to tag your UAAP ootd’s with #Animootd to show our support – through our outfits! Haha let’s do this! Just casually walking around in green pants So today, my outfit is inspired from our coaching staff’s uniform. A mix of green and white with a hint of brown/khaki – what do you think? Yuki Tansengco Lately, I’ve been looking for basics. You can never have enough basics in your closet – right? I’m happy I found this easy breezy Gap top from my mom’s pile. It’s a bit loose but that’s the point of feeling al fresco! GAP white sleeveless top | Vintage…