Burnt Orange

'Tis the Halloween season and any pumpkin-colored article of clothing is muy appropriate and very much allowed...

The Wall

Top: Subcult / Skirt & Boots: Zara / 'Lucia' Sunglasses: Super / Clear Clutch: Made U Look / Black & Gold Necklace: F21 / Spike Necklace: Pretty Little Blings

I've been squirreling away lightweight muscle tees (such as this Pink Floyd number from Subcult) to steel myself for the treacherous humid summer days. Sometimes, I pretend that I can face the heat even with a light sweater on...but waking up in the morning covered in sweat is bursting that happy fashion bubble.

P.S. Argh! I think my hair follicles are on steriods. My hair is growing faster than ever and I'm only able to enjoy a fresh buzz for less than a week. It's so frustrating!

Busy Bee

Top: H&M / Pants: Zara / Shoes: Alexander Wang / Eyewear: Karen Walker / Earrings: ASOS / Clutch: SM Accessories

It's always a great feeling to find something you thought you've lost, ain't I right? That's why I was so glad when this perforated top decided to resurrect itself before it almost suffocated from the chaos that is my closet. There's nothing really mind-blowing about this look (it's just really a top + jeans combo) save for the golden bee perched on my ears. Insect baubles are always welcome in my imaginary armoire.

Foliage

 Dress: Charina Sarte / Heels: Zara / Earrings: Satine / Bag: SM Accessories

Wore this gorgeous foliage-print dress to the red carpet premiere of "Must Be Love" -- a movie that is so dear to my heart. "Must Be Love", which is top-billed by Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla (my favorite teen on-screen "love team"), is a movie about love, relationships and transformations. While I'm not a fan of Pinoy movies, I can truly say that this movie is worth watching. The dialogues are witty and the story is something most of us, if not all, can relate to. If you want a light movie that will keep you amused and feeling "kinikilig" the whole time, I suggest you watch "Must Be Love". It's now airing in over 100 cinemas nationwide.

Kapow!

Jumper: Romwe / Skirt & Boots: Zara / Bag: Phillip Lim / Eyewear: Karen Walker / Necklaces: F21

You can say that I was going for a collegiate cheerleader look with this ensemble. Can someone hand me my pompoms? Haha! Okay, enough of twaddle talk. There's actually a back story to this outfit -- I wore it on the day of a photo shoot for a very special magazine feature (this fashion magazine is a favorite of mine!). I can't disclose any details yet but I'm so so so excited for this opportunity and I can't wait for the feature to come out!

P.S. Spot the side-shaved head. Kapow!

photos by ze amazing Anton Aguila
makeup by Mica Regala
 

Cool Blues & Greens

Jacket, Jeans, Shoes: Zara / Top: Daley Tee / Bag: F21 / Watch: Parfois / Earrings: Diva / Silver Cuff: Ruckus

This lovely tweed jacket was one of my great finds from the latest Zara end-of-season sale. There's something about the color and the print which is very reminiscent of Proenza Schouler's scuba suit-inspired SS '09 collection (I'm a sucker for green-blue-yellow color combos). The jacket has a simple leather detail beside the zipper which takes away the "granny factor" usually associated with tweed jackets. The pair of leopard-print sandals was also one of my Zara sale purchases (I went crazy during the sale, I'm telling you!). Even with the studded heels, the sandals look indubitably feminine so I had to offset it with masculine-looking jeans and a plain snapback.

Hope y'all having a great week so far! Can't wait for the weekend to arrive! I'm so ready for my well-deserved beach break! Woot!

Happy Hearts Day!

No matter how much of cliche a bouquet of flowers and a box of chocolates are as gifts for Valentine's Day, admit it...it's still a no-fail gesture that gets women all googly-eyed and giggly. I sure did end up feeling like this when I received the presents above from my sweet guy (press "barf" button now). The gorgeous orange heels, on the other hand, are a Valentine's treat for myself. Yes, they are quite the ladylike pair but they're sophisticated and unpretentiously sexy. They remind me a bit of the Alexander Wang Fabiana heels, without the cape and with a thicker upper and back support. These will look so damn good with tapered trousers or a pantsuit.

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! This day is for celebrating love, whether you're married, in a relationship or single. But I say this, keep on spreading the love even beyond Valentine's Day. No to negative vibes and haters (you know who you are)!

Black Moto

(Jacket: Zara // Top: Peek-A-Boo // Shorts: Bim Bim Haus // Clutch: Dorothy Perkins // Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell)

Nothing spells "sexy" more than a black sheer top. Case in point, this sleeveless shirt from Peek-A-Boo spiced up with faux leather details. I've been fiddling with this top a bit and have been incorporating it in various outfits. It's quite a fun piece to play with! For a toughened up Harley-rider look, I threw on a motorcyle jacket and my trusty ombre shorts (which I just can't get enough of). Speaking of motorcyle jackets, I'm so glad that I finally found a black one that fits most of my specifications. I wouldn't say that it's the perfect black moto jacket, but it would have to do for now.

Brown Pleats

(Silver Top: Zara // Skirt: Shop Incez Axe // Boots: Chloe Sevigny x Opening Ceremony)

A cheerleader pleated skirt...something some of you probably won't or didn't even expect me to wear. I must admit, it is a bit darn 'girly' for my taste but I'm having tons of fun wearing it (so much so that you'll see it again in an upcoming post very soon). I just need to pair it with a knit jumper and I'll be safe.

Enjoy the most out of this long weekend, loves! Happy Halloween!

Photo Credit: Anton Aguila

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