Them Cool Kids

Jacket, Jeans & Boots: Zara / Tank Top: Topshop / Bag: Alexander Wang

I am not ashamed in admitting that I'm a notorious clothes repeat offender. In fact, I thrive on repeating clothes to get me through a hectic work week, or month. When your brain is all mush from overuse and stress, it's challenging to produce a decent outfit on a daily basis. And when I'm stuck in a fashion rut, I tend to gravitate towards familiar pieces that I can wear over and over again. I've worn every piece in this casual ensemble multiple times, in different style permutations. A great-fitting black motorcycle jacket (real or faux), a nice black camisole and a hardworking pair of chunky boots can give your wardrobe great mileage. So never ditch the basics. They're called basics for a reason.

I hope y'all are doing great! Cheers!

We're Alright

Top: thrifted / Shorts: Romwe / Shoes: Zara / Bag: Alexander Wang / Earrings: SM Accessories / Lips: MAC Rebel

If you attended the Bloggers United Bazaar Part 5 last Saturday and have been religiously following my Instagram posts (lol), then you've definitely seen me trotting around in this almost all-black ensemble. This look was a product of a semi-functioning brain (due to lack of sleep) and was a last minute decision. I was too engrossed with my preparations for the bazaar that I've completely abandoned coming up with a decent outfit for the event. So yes, I had to resort to my default black attire (which I actually sorely missed sporting). All of the pieces in this look have been recycled. I've already worn the mesh top (similar HERE) with my favorite origami skort and have paired my Balenciaga-ish diaper shorts with an improvised bandeau and a sheer floral top. 

On a similar note, BU5 was defnitely a huge success and this would not have been possible if not for the amazing supporters of our respective blogs and the hardworking team behind the event (Pax, Ana and the rest of the gang). To everyone who dropped by our booth to shop, say 'hello' and have their photos taken with us...thank you so so so much! Your excited smiles and energy were enough to assuage the stress and exhaustion I've been experiencing for days. Thank you as well for the kind words posted on Twitter and Instagram. I'm looking forward to seeing all of you again in the next BUB!

*photos by Anton Aguila

White Out

(Top: Style Staple// Skirt: Clothes Off// Bag & Belt: SM Accessories// Wedges: Gold Dot// Yellow Cuff: Envy// Necklace & Gold Cuff: Ruckus)

I've always wanted to sport an all-white ensemble but I just didn't have enough white pieces in my closet to come up with a decent immaculate all-white look. Imagine my delight when I received this white top and skirt in the mail...they just make a perfect pair. The skirt is supposed to be worn high-waist but I decided to wear them low-slung to give an illusion of mile-long limbs. And as for the top, I just can't enough of its cross back design. Topped off the whole look with a wide-brimmed hat, round sunnies, kitschy accessories and a yellow leather cuff for some pop of color. Coincidentally, we found this vintage Volkswagen truck which makes for a perfect backdrop to my off-to-Coachella look.