Death by Platforms: Meeting Cheapthrills

Friday, February 10, 2012

(Sweater: Topshop// Skirt: Zara// Boots: Chloe Sevigny x OS// Clutch: F21// Watch: Parfois)

Over the Holiday break, I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Raez of Cheapthrills. I've been following Raez's blog for over 2 years now. I love the photos and the witty content in Raez's posts as well as the spunky attitude she gives off in her outfit poses. Raez was born in the Philippines but is now residing in Canada. When I found out that she was coming over to the Philippines for a 2-week vacation, I nudged myself to ask her for a quick meet-up and I'm thankful that she obliged. We met up in the South and I took her for some bit of shopping in Alabang and in Makati. Seconds were spent conversing about fashion, school systems, education, life in Canada and the quick changes that took place in the Philippines. Raez's dad accompanied us during our shipping trip and I must say, he's one of the coolest and most adorable dads I've ever met.

For an 18 year old, Raez is surely wise beyond her years. What I admire about her the most is her go-getter attitude. At such a young age, she's already set on the career she wants to pursue after college and aims to get to her goal/s and be the best at it. Wish I was as strong-willed as her when I was 18 years old.

21 comments:

Sofia GatchalianFebruary 10, 2012 at 8:33 PM
You look great! Killer boots! xx

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The Mommy Roves February 10, 2012 at 8:57 PM
kookie ombre hair looks so good on you :)
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thestylefluxFebruary 10, 2012 at 9:15 PM
Wow! That's great! :) By the way, love your outfit!

Kaye
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Liliana SantosFebruary 10, 2012 at 10:47 PM
I just love that skirt! The day I found it my mom don't let me buy it and after that I just can't find it anymore :'x
CATHERINEFebruary 10, 2012 at 11:08 PM
Beautiful boots!
Kookie B.February 10, 2012 at 11:15 PM
@Liliana: Awww, that's too bad! I even saw the skirt on sale during Zara's EOS. :?
herroyalbleaknessFebruary 10, 2012 at 11:22 PM
You're lovely as a doll here, K! And I can't believe Raez is only 18!
ThePinkMargarita ♚February 10, 2012 at 11:56 PM
pretty girls! love your outfits :)

Xoxo,
The Pink Margarita
Wonder WomanFebruary 11, 2012 at 2:42 AM
Hay, Kookie. You are breathtaking talaga. Every time I see you. Kahit pictures lang. No words.

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NicholeFebruary 11, 2012 at 2:46 AM
Love this outfit, the skirt looks so good with the green cable knit.
AprilFebruary 11, 2012 at 3:00 AM
that skirt from Zara is just so beautiful..i love how you pair them with teal..its different! usually people pair that skirt with black...love it..its out of the box..i love how you pair it with a jumper instead of a blouse...so edgy..love this post
Kookie B.February 11, 2012 at 4:18 AM
@ Wonder Woman: Breathtaking talaga ang term? Hahaha! Wow naman. Thanks, Anj!

@ April: I glad you appreciate the idea of pairing a jumper with a "dressier" skirt! Thank you for the wonderful comment!
teriteeFebruary 11, 2012 at 10:34 AM
wow. two of my fave bloggers from both ends of the globe get to meet, talk shop & shop! i have been visiting your blogs for almost the same time now and admire you guys. raez is really mature beyond her years, saw her video in a canadian morning show & she was so mature! as usual your outfit choice is fabulous and accessories & hair impeccable. you go girl, and raise the flag for fashionable pinays!!♥
RoxanneFebruary 11, 2012 at 10:50 AM
am envious with your ombre hair miss kookie! you're truly exceptional :D

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Content Director - Strong Female LeadersFebruary 11, 2012 at 2:59 PM
What a gorgeous skirt. Love the way you paired a printed skirt with a colorful sweater. Gorgeous. Thanks for the fashion tip.

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Arnie VillanuevaFebruary 11, 2012 at 11:16 PM
Love everything in your outfit especially your skirt, Kookie!! :) Why are you so gorgeous all the time?? Oh god. :p

Arnie
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RaezFebruary 13, 2012 at 2:00 AM
Aw Kookie, your words are too kind! I had a great time hanging out with you as well, and rest assured my dad was super impressed with your sweet personality and your career (and also your car, hahaha).

If you're ever in Winnipeg or Toronto in the future, I'll be sure to return the favour and show you around! :) :)

Hope you had a great weekend!
Sharnie HungFebruary 14, 2012 at 9:55 PM
Love everything. That sweater! Have a thing for sweaters but sometimes the weather is crazy hot and I can only sigh. In love with the skirt!

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shielaFebruary 17, 2012 at 9:58 PM
hi saw a feature of ur blog in parfois site. i really love d watch. what is d style and when did u buy it?
Ces de Leon :)March 17, 2012 at 1:57 PM
Nakakalokaaaaaa! Haha that's all i can say. I've been reading cheapthrillsss and death by platforms forever then now i see you together...Speechless. :) Keep up the good work, girls!
Kookie B.March 18, 2012 at 1:44 AM
@ Shiela: I got mine last year. I'm not sure if Parfois still has the same design. :(

@ Ces: Awww, thank you so much!