Electric Youth

 (Jumper & Jeans: F21// Clutch: Gold Dot// Heels: Zara// Cuff: Ruckus)

Channeling a Flashdance 80's look (haha!) with a super comfortable colorblocked cropped sweater. Wore this to a meeting with a lingerie brand about two weeks ago. The jeans were supposed to be really fit and skinny but the only available size left was 3 sizes bigger than my normal jeans size. I'm actually glad that I a baggier pair as it fits my low-waist requirements. I was supposed to wear a more rugged pair of shoes with this jeans+sweater combo but I thought a sexy pair of heels would be a great counter element to an otherwise casual and laid back ensemble. Finished off the whole look with a gorgeous clutch in an electrifying silver finish from Gold Dot. I am in love with this silver piece. It reminds me of the silver clutch I've been eyeing from H&M's past 'Against Aids' collection. This Gold Dot 'Elektra' clutch, for me, is actually better though.

3rd & 4th photos by Lissa Kahayon

Fuzzy

(Fuzzy Jacket: Twinky // Top: Daley Tees // Jeans: Topshop // Boots: CS x OC // Hat: F21 // Bag: via IT Designer Lab // Eyewear: SM Accessories)

Wore this fuzzy jacket on a day when the Manila weather wasn't too belligerently stifling...and I must say, that day was a damn pretty good day. Kept everything else simple and unpremeditated. Seriously, you cannot go wrong with a pair of good-fitting jeans and a white loose tank top. Currently, I'm finding myself drawn again to skinny jeans and vintage-style sunglasses. I used to collect vintage eyewear with beautiful gold frames. Unfortunately, I can't find them anymore. Mother dearest must have accidentally given them away. Oh I hope not. :?

An Inkling

(Leather Pants: Zara // Tank Top: Daley Tees // Zebra Cape: Vanilla Label // Boots: Chloe Sevigny x Opening Ceremony // Necklace & Cuff: Ruckus)

About a week ago, I had the privilege of meeting Edric Chen - a young photographer who has been shooting beautiful and interesting portraits of various personalities (eminent or not) for quite some time now.  While Edric claims not to be a photographer, but simply an individual with a camera, I can't help but regard him as such. Yes, anyone with a camera can become photographer but only a few have the eye to see past the obvious, to go beyond the usual point-and-shoot and can make even the most mundane of things look alive or convey an emotion. Edric, in my opinion, is one of those few who can. Before meeting Edric, I had an image of him in my head as someone who's stern and who likes doing things point by point. But as I got to converse with him throughout our entire session, I was able to deduce that he is actually quite the opposite -- he's soft-spoken but witty and is not afraid to experiment and make little discoveries. I am usually apprehensive in meeting new people as I'm not much of a talker myself. I despise having 'small talks' and experiencing that awkward silence when you have nothing else sensible to say. With Edric, it was a different story. He's one of the few people I've met who made me feel as if we could go on a conversation together for hours and hours and it wouldn't feel such a drag doing so. I'm glad he feels the same way about me.

Thank you Edric for these amazing photos. Hope to see you soon. And I hope to meet more people like you in the future. :)

Velvet & Sequins

(Cape Top: Nima // Shorts: Pinkaholic Fashion Shoppe // Shoes: Zara // Turban: c/o Flatterbuy // Clutch: F21 // Claw Bangle: via IT Designer Lab)

Oh, velvet. Why do you have to be so soft and plush? I can't help but caress you and hold you next to my cheeks. Okay, okay. Pardon me for this rubbish soliloquy, but I think velvet (and sequins) will be a big part of my life this 2012. Just about 2 months ago, I got myself a pair of crushed velvet bell bottoms (just waiting for the parcel to arrive) and now, I have this gorgeous pair of black velvet shorts (and in blue too! ack!). When I saw these shorts online, I knew right away in my head that it will go so well with a cape top and a pair of snakeskin & suede heels that I recently got from the Zara sale. For this look, I played with white, red and black hues and threw in metallic colors as an accent. These shorts are already sold out in Pinkaholic Fashion Shoppe but can you still get your hands on a similar pair from Topshop...but for double the price. :?

Whiskey and Wine

(Top: Pink Belter // Jeans: via Landmark // Boots: So Fab // Necklace & Eyewear: H&M // Gold Cuff: via The Ramp)

"Whiskey & Wine" is one of my favorite songs from the band, 311, but I'm borrowing the title of the song in reference to...no, not an alcoholic drink, but to my new wine suede boots from So Fab. The heel height on these boots are a big departure from my 5 incher shoes, making them really comfortable to wear and walk in. Speaking of So Fab, the brand has a lot of exciting things in store for you guys this year! Can't wait! On a different note, I had a shoot yesterday with Edric Chen. He has shot portraits of quite a handful of Filipino fashion bloggers and I'm honored to be included in his growing list. I'll share the products of our shoot soon.

P.S. In case you want to know more about me, check out this short FEATURE on me from Status Magazine. Have a fantastic weekend, guys!

Preppy

(Sheer Top: Peek-A-Boo // Sweater & Skirt: F21 // Boots: Topshop // Claw Bangle: IT Designer Lab // Jade Bracelet: Diva // Friendship Bracelet: c/o Extremefinds)

Miss Preppy goes to work. Yup, that's exactly how I felt when I was wearing this outfit. The pieces that you see here have already made an appearance in previous posts. One of my goals this year is to lessen the mindless spending and recycle and re-wear old pieces in my closet. Hope I could stick to this till the end of the year. :?

Lazy Sunday

(Top & Shorts: F21 // Boots: Topshop // Bag: SM Accessories // Bone Necklace: OS)

A lazy outfit worn on a lazy Sunday. Knit jumpers are now a staple in my closet. I have them in an array of shades and lengths and different levels of fuzziness (haha!). I'm just taking advantage of the sweater weather and I really couldn't keep myself from wearing these comfy, love-to-snug pieces. Sweaters would be the perfect comfy pieces to wear while studying for online classes.

Expect another round of these sweater outfit posts. And if ever y'all are getting tired of these mundane sweater looks...remember, you have been forewarned. Haha. 

P.S. Check out the collarbone necklace adorning my neck. Ain't it rad? Just the perfect accessory to add a bit of zing to a ho-hum look.

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.

Tangerine Leo

(Jumper & Pants: Zara // Wedges: Aldo // Hat: F21)

I'm really not a big fan of orange tones. I prefer using it as an accent for certain looks. However, I was drawn to the lovely, rich tangerine hue of this knit jumper from Zara.. I just couldn't resist it! And the wonderful surprise of seeing it on sale definitely led to an instant purchase. I paired the top with leopard print pants in this lush velvety material (which I got on sale too!) and finished off the whole look with my suede & patent wedges from Aldo (posted about these shoes HERE). 

Oh end-of-season sales, you're a devil and a half! Haha!

Sheer & Striped

(Top & Eyewear: Mango // Pants: Zara / Pumps: F21 // Cuff: ASOS)

Had the same knit top on as yesterday's post but wore this on a different occasion. Loving the semi-sheer look of the top but I'm not a fan of the material as it easily unravels when something sharp gets in contact with it. These photos have been patiently squatting in my flash drive for over 2 months now. Told you I had a lot of backlog posts. In other news, I will be selling these red pumps in the SHOP soon so stay tuned for that.

Have a fantastic week, everyone! As for me, I shall bury myself in work now. :?