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Dress up, Show up You know what’s worse than a very long to-do list? A FLU that wants to be part of it! There is nothing more horrifying than get sick when you have lots of activities in lined – yikes! On fighting the flu As long as your sickness isn’t contagious, always try your best to still show up and do your deliverables. Here’s are quick tips to style yourself despite the flu bug. Haha! CLOTLE white dress | Forever 21 heels I already KNEW it – the sneezes, body pains, etc. I knew I was getting the flu but I have committed to attend events that week so I tried my best. One of which was the Optic White Dream Wedding Launch. So glad I have this handy LWD (Little White Dress) from CLOTLE! To see the other colors, like CLOTLE on Facebook! H&M jacket The dresscode for the event is to wear white, of course. Since I was down with the flu, I felt SO COLD in the most normal room temperature. Has that ever happened to you? So I grabbed this jacket on my way out since I knew I’d feel cold at the event. Subtle…

Vintage I’ve always been a fan of wearing knits but I’ve never found the right weather or timing to pull it out. One rainy afternoon, it was really cloudy so I dug up this dress that belonged to my mom and decided to pull off a modern Audrey Hepburn. What do you think? Knit game: Strong When wearing knits, I try to keep my accessories minimal to focus on the intricate details on the fabric.  Yuki Tansengco Here are quick tips on how to pull off knits here in the Metro! Vintage knit navy blue dress | Topshop knit cardigan | Zara boots | Abby Jocson tote Knits obviously have the tendency to be warm so I make my outfit versatile by bringing a cardigan. Since the hemline of the dress is already short, I use it to wrap around my waist. I picked out a printed one to contrast the solid color of the dress. High Society I opted for a simple updo hairstyle so I picked “High Society” which is one of Blo’s 7 Signature Hairstyles. I love how you can tweak it from a slick bun to a messy tie knot like this. Vintage jewelry I have…

Yuki Tansengco In a scene wherein companies only seem to sell us items for the main purpose of earning profit, making us want items that we don’t really need and worse, making us buy things that aren’t worth our money – there are some things that give me hope: honest brands with honest people. Honest to Goodness I strongly believe in karma, saying what goes around comes around. Even if being honest should be the ONLY option for us, I somehow find it so heartwarming when people choose that path when they could’ve done otherwise. in Trinoma So let me share with you 3 little experiences that GAVE me hope! 😉 Forever 21 ripped jeans & white heels First, these heels in F21 gives me hope. Why? For the first time in a long time, I bought a pair of heels that are so durable AND affordable. The best part – they don’t hurt AT ALL! No blisters to wounds on my feet. I call these my Milo marathon heels! Lol! W.E. Garage Batter Up cap Second, my newest purchase at Bayo gives me hope! You can see it in the photo above, it’s the oversize suede tote with the…

A World Without Strangers I’ve always been fascinated with street style photography – coming up to a total stranger and asking if you can snap their photo. I follow a lot actually, The Sartorialist, Humans of New York, etc. Lately, a came across a very interesting one – a photographer who solely focuses on Asians.  Asian beauty I’d have to say that its our colonial mentality that makes us want to be so western. All the whitening product ads, wanting a sharper nose, lighter hair color, bigger eyes – when in truth, I believe Asians are beautiful as they are.  Shoot with @asian_impressions Today, meeting and shooting with this streetstyle photographer strengthened my theory. Us Asians girls are beautiful! 😉 Proud Race jacket | Zara maxi | Tres Shoes wedges I was thinking, “How does this work?” I mean aside from the obvious fact that these photographers go around and spot stylish people on the street aka “streetstyle”, they probably also plan some shoots, right? Shot by Teban of @asian_impressions It all started when my fellow blogger Dez Lim (@dezadrienne on Instagram) shared her excitement to shoot with the popular streetstyle photographer, Teban. I got excited and asked if I…

Yuki Tansengco For some reason, I have this odd habit of attempting to shop in the kids section. Why? Why NOT!? 😀 A lot of brands now are coming up with stylish lines in kids apparel! It’s really the age of fashown kids. Chill day Nothing feels better than trading in your heels for sneakers, tight jeans for loose shorts and a comfy cotton shirt. I think these will be my staples from now on! A sneakers and shirt thing. If the shorts fit – why not? You’ll never guess where I bought these eyelet shorts. Hihi :> Bensimon Tennis Elly shoes I was never a sneaker-person until I had my first pair of Bennies! (then my 2nd, 3rd, etc.) These shoes literally go with anything! Leggings, a skirt, pair of shorts – you name it. I dont mind getting dirt on them, too! Hair by Blo Blow Dry Bar I came from a photo shoot so I had my hair done at Blo. It’s really one of my favorite pamper places. I used to get my hair done around Php1000-Php1500 per event but with Blo around, I get these VS curls for only Php500! Call 09176BLODRY to book a…

Designs by Abby Jocson | ASTRID Duffel Php2750 I’m honestly never saw myself as the model-y type but I am always game for a fun #OOTD shoot! We snapped these photos for my good friend’s bag line Designs By Abby Jocson. Her pieces are amazing – just like this duffel bag! Love locally made Are you still a student? Working? Chilling? If you answered yes to any of those questions, her bags are perfect for your lifestyle. I love how all her collections are locally made! Let’s support proudly Pinoy goods, yes? 🙂 Yuki Tansengco I think I’ve masted the kunwari “walking” pose after this shoot :)) DIY singlet I’m very into DIY so instead of purchasing my own “side boob” tank top, I cut up an old shirt and hemmed the sides. This black one’s an old oversized t-shirt. What do you think? Thrifted gold and leather boots  These boots also scored a number of compliments and my friends got surprised when I told them it came from a … thrift store! Told you I am a sucker for ukay pieces 😀 Hair color by Gionyx Hair & Nail Salon | Make-up by Shane Buhay of MAC Thank you…

With Oreo The Cat I have a strong admiration for people who excel in ballet. It takes a great deal of elegance, grace and a whole lot of hard work to do those moves. The closet thing I can get is this pretty neat braided hair bun! Hehe  Jellybean denim  Recently, I attended a fragrance launch for a company known in the ballet industry. Repetto finally twirls in its first fragrance in Manila! Prima Ballerina Prima Ballerina is the econd highest title that can be awarded to a ballerina and quite frankly, Repetto’s new scent might remind you a lot like it. Designs by Abby Jocson | ERIN tote Php1,500 Every girl needs a roomy work bag! I love this one from my good friend Abby Jocson. Available in white, black, mocha and blush, this ERIN tote is one of Abby Jocson’s bestsellers! To see other designs, Like Designs by Abby Jocson on Facebook or follow her via Instagram @abbyjocson 🙂 Vintage nude blazer I kept the colors light for today’s outfit palette cos I’ve been wearing a lot of black nowadays. Weirdly, I feel fresher when I wear white! Do you get the same feeling too? Hair by Ara…

Hair by Blo If she did – the Queen would have probably frowned upon this #GOTootd. Haha! Too much Game of Thrones lately inspired me to try interesting braided hairstyles. What do you think of this one? Sansa Stark (hair only) For some reason, I am deeply drawn to Sansa’s hairstyles in the show! Waterfall braids, braid crowns, messy curls, etc. This will be the first of many Sansa-inspired hair! Yuki Tansengco Wait til you see the fishtail details! 🙂 Stradivarius blazer Due to bipolar weather, I know make sure I wear something that can be for hot afternoons or cold air-conditioned places. To quickly convert this outfit to being “cold friendly”, I brought a scarf! Wacoal black bandeau To be honest, I couldn’t decide what top to pair these breezy shorts with so I just threw on a cotton blazer! I love how this bandeau can disguise itself as a top – just throw on layered necklaces. More styles over at Wacoal’s Facebook page! Blo Blow Dry Bar | Up Do Ala Carte Major props to Mauie of Blo Mall of Asia for being game with my weirdness. “Mauie, please make my hair look like Sansa Stark’s of Game of…

On dressing for warm weather Don’t you hate it when you see it’s raining, deck out in a comfy fuzzy sweater but only to find out 20 minutes later that the sun is shining brightly? I dieee! So here’s how to dress for (pretentious) cold weather – risk-free! Leather details Face it – there was a time you wanted to buy a leather jacket but thought, “When will I ever wear that?” so you sadly place it back in the rack or you already have one but it’s always sitting quietly in your closet.  Cold or warm, you can still rock leather on any day! shoes from Maria Salvador Clothing Did I mention how comfy these shoes are? Here we go! Yuki Tansengco With our bipolar weather nowadays, you gotta learn how to dress pa-SAFE. You really never know and the last thing you want is to arrive in event drenched in pawis or sit through a meeting but shivering from the unkind A/C. Topshop army green jacket w leather details One key on dressing pa-safe is wear versatile pieces. Wear pieces that’ll look good on it’s one AND look good with a cover up. Under this jacket is a…

White – classic and timeless When one of my friends saw me in this outfit, she quickly said, “I’m too afraid to wear white.” How come? White is such a timeless shade! If only I buy all my favorite styles and pieces in white, I would.  Yuki Tansengco Here are some quick tips on how to wear white without looking like a snow queen or worse, a masahista! Haha! SkyCastle Co white romper | Tutum sandals | LV Neverfull The first factor I consider when wearing white? The weather! Rainy or cloudy days are a big sign not to wear white – imagine a blank canvas entering a battlefield. So make sure the sun’s out! 🙂 Skin is in White reminds me of summer days cos it just feels really breezy. I like how this SkyCastle Co romper is one of those “business in the front, party in the back” kind of pieces. Don’t forget to bring a cardigan incase it gets cold! 🙂 Zalora Marketplace I got these pieces from the Zalora Marketplace! If you haven’t checked them out yet, I suggest you should on marketplace.zalora.com.ph 😉 There are a lot of SALE items and unique finds. The delivery…