Dreaming in Color

Last night, I had the weirdest of dreams--I can't remember what it was about, exactly but I do know that it was extremely colorful. Methinks I've been reading too much Body World. Today is the first time in a while that I had to go out and didn't have to be at my destination by 9:30 in the morning, which gave me time to do this outfit post. :)

I'm wearing this blue top that I got from a factory outlet of Old Navy a couple of months ago. It's uber presko and today was crazy sunny (sunny like I haven't seen since sixth grade, when I got dismissed at 3:30 in the afternoon) so I was glad to keep things fresh and breezy. I am absolutely in love with the color of this shirt--vibrant without being gaudy.

Wearing: top, Old Navy | jeans, Freego | shoes, a gift

Caramel Camel

Headed out to school today because I've got class and I need to pay my tuition (I forgot to yesterday). I've been thinking a lot about this sweater and how I'd usually call it camel-colored but I realized that it's also caramel-colored and then I got to thinking about whether those two words have anything to do with one another. :)) Anyway.

I'm wearing this shift-dress/top as a top today because the dresscode in LaSalle won't permit it as a dress and even if it did, I don't think I'd be comfortable commuting in this worn as a dress anyway because it's extremely girly and just not the kind of thing you can hop off a bus in. You can take a looksie at how it looks in dress-form here. 

Wearing: white shift-dress (worn as a top), Old Navy || Sweater, GAP || leggings, bazaar

shoes, Centropelle

 One of the things that I absolutely love about this outfit is the lace detailing on the shiftdress (worn here as a top). It's intricately made; it sort of reminds me of the weaving on a dream catcher or these crochet coasters that my grandmother used to make. :)

 I also thought I'd take some time out to talk about this really pretty lip balm. I've had this for a little over a month now and so I've more or less tried and tested it. The thing I love about it is the light pigmentation that it offers--lighter than a lipstick but still more than your usual lip balm. Plus, it comes in a berry-shade and I think that goes wonderfully with tanned, sort of olive, morena skin. :) Yayyy. This was around P80 at PCX, if I'm not mistaken. :D

Switch It Up

So, as mentioned today I got my final schedule--for once, I was able to get a special adjustment pass so I was able to get out of school before dark. Okay, that's an understatement: I was free by 10:30. But, yeah I'm pretty happy because this term I have one of my favorite (surprisingly) professors as a teacher again. She's very strict and to be honest, the few times I was her student I pretty much hated her guts but I've really grown to love her and her strictness keeps me in line. I don't think I've ever cut any of her classes more than twice because she has this habit of calling you out if you were absent the session before and it's terribly humiliating, especially if you have no idea what the answer to the question is. :)) But yeah. I will say it: I'm looking forward to chemistry this term.

Today, I decided to pull this demure, pink Old Navy sweater over this dress from Peacocks. This dress shows a bit of cleave and I dunno, it bothered me a lot--plus on adjustment day, the Discipline Office is always on the prowl so I decided not to risk it. I like the balance that the light pink gives to the zebra stripes. I was considering pairing it with hot pink but when I tried the outfit on, I found myself looking a little older-woman-on-the-hunt and despite being a fan of Mrs. Robinson, that is not quite the image I'd like to portray. :)) You can see how I wore this dress another way about a month ago here. For me, this month has really been about getting creative whether with fashion, writing or heck, even listening to things. :D I hope everyone had a good day!

Wore: pink sweater | Old Navy, dress | Peacocks, shoes | WAGW

Sweetheart Sweater

Not doing a lot today--because Sunday is rest day (and next week is bound to be pretty busy again) I've decided to properly honor it and stay home for once. But I did dress up a bit earlier this morning to meet up with Cara of La Vie En Rose Sweets for some mutual buying--she bought a sweater from my store and I bought more of her to die for macarons. :D 

So, yeah--I decided to keep it laid back and sweet today with this baby pink sweater from Old Navy--it's nice and cozy without being too warm (which is something in Philippine weather). It seems that all of yesterday's temporary sunshine has gone out the window again today--the sky is as gray as can be. But ah, well. Maybe the sun is resting too. :)

I hope ya'll have a fun weekend--and a long one at that for those of you fortunate enough to not be enrolled in DLSU, blech--and a very restful Sunday!

Wearing: pink sweater | Old Navy, jeans | Vise Versa, sandals | BAYO

Have Fun With It

My goodness, this week has been hectic and I'm not sure words can express how excited I am that the weekend is here. As a reward for myself (because I think that despite still having no idea what I'm doing in Chemistry class, I managed to behave like a decent human being this week) I've decided to go on a mini-date with myself while waiting for a couple of friends. :) 

Because it is self-date day, I decided to wear something uber casual from Old Navy. This dress is both comfy and stylish--I love the neckline and the flared sleeves--so I've definitely no qualms about wearing it out on the town. I also love that it's made of cotton; the perfect thing to be celebrating our warm weather in. (I swear, I will try to not ever complain about Manila being sunny ever again)

Wearing: striped dress | Old Navy, shoes | WAGW, bandeau w/ straps | bazaar

 Lately, I find that the list of things I'm wearing grows shorter and shorter--I've slowly been tempering my love for jewelry and have been sticking to garments that speak for themselves. One of these days I'm bound to relapse, but for now I'm sticking to more well-chosen ensembles that go well with the different shoes and things I own.

 One of the most under-stated pieces of clothing is the lace strappy bandeau top that I'm wearing here--and that's a good thing because I don't think anyone who commutes in Metro Manila wants their undergarments to be the main focus of their ensemble. Although granted, I am a bit bothered that it is underappreciated so I've decided to give it a little love: I'd definitely recommend anyone in need of a bandeau or tanktop get one of these; they come with cups so you don't have to go for the discomforts of pasties or a strapless bra and they lend a very subtle sexiness while helping you cover up. 

I sure hope everyone's having a great long weekend! Also, you guys might want to join the two giveaways currently being held on this site: Pages (if you want to win books) & Shoeshoeshoeshoes (if you'd love some shoes). :D

Brick

So today was the first day of class in two weeks since the flood--and my my, what a day it was. This post is going up after one of the busiest days I've had in a while and it must be true what they say that the body gives up things it doesn't use because boy did I feel like I didn't have a brain today. After almost two weeks of staying at home, being sick and reading nothing but stuff I consider fun, I was thrust back into the world of organic chemistry like a log against a big, iron door. Needless to say, I am exhausted. :))

Although I think I chose a rather fun outfit to wear in today's Manila gloom doomsday. Yes, this is a brick red version of the taupe aztec-print top that I wore last week. I love the color on this; it's just the right shade of red for morena skin methinks. I decided to wear these vintage boots today too because it was raining again and I'm tired of getting my feet wet--this served pretty well, my feet were nice and dry all day despite trudging through the rain. I'm hoping everyone else had a great Monday too!

Wore: brick red top | Old Navy, jeans | Freego, boots | vintage

As you might be able to tell from reading this blog, I'm a huge fan of high-waisted pants. I think there's something wonderfully old and almost nostalgic in the silhouette--it reminds me of Catherine Hepburn and Amelia Earheart; high-waist jeans done right have a tailored, classic sort of charm that low-rise ones just don't quite capture, I've found. 

I picked these boots up a couple of months ago at one of my favorite vintage haunts. This wonderful pair cost me less than 300 pesos--again, renewing my belief in that fashion needn't be new or expensive. :))

Black to Basics

Today is our last night here at the Acacia Hotel--and the suite life has been fun but I can't wait to wake up in my own room and smell like my toiletries. My neice Presley and my sissy in law ate Audrey are hanging out with me here and we're probably going to spend the day hanging out watching kiddie shows or hanging out by the pool deck. I'm also hanging out with Marz later this afternoon for coffee and some BFF bonding. So many things to do to get ready for the Indieket Komikon tomorrow like the boxes of copies of EM, etc.  so I'll probably be posting later tonight with most things than I usually do. 

I picked this black ensemble today and wore the scarf ala pirate; black is classic. Also, the sheer silky fabric of this top lets me stay cool even if black is supposedly absorbs heat. :) TGIF! Hope everyone's having a good day!

Wearing: leopard print scarf | MNG, silk black top | Old Navy, jeans | NafNaf

 shoes | Predicitons (a gift)

P.S. My giveaway with Lula Bop's is open until midnight of the 15th (this Sunday). You can win lots of prizes and maybe a little surprise something later on. ;) Also, if you're looking for more online reads to enjoy, then definitely go and check out my Friends to Follow page--these are a couple of reads I'd definitely recommend.

Pink Triangle

So I thought I'd give everyone a little peeksie into what I'm wearing to my job interview today. Marz and I spent the night playing dress-up and picking out outfits; this is what we've arrived at. I'm excited/nervous still, but I figure that if I do well I'll be ecstatic but if I don't at least I got to have this experience, right?

Anyway, onto the outfit--I decided to go for all black with white and pink accents because black is always understated but elegant and pink adds just that splash of girliness that is my very personality. :))

Wearing: black blazer | Banana Republic, black tank top | Old Navy, leggings | Robinson's Dept. Store

white flats | WAGW, pink scarf | a gift, ring | MC Accessories

Whisper A Silver Reply

 So I've been wearing these shoes non-stop--they're adorable, comfortable and great even during the rainy season (they don't break and/or let water in). Today is my last day in Manila for a while--I'm heading home to Tarlac (our province) for my grandmother's funeral. (I love you, Imang Son) 

Tonight, however, I'm staying at our condo in Makati with Marz for some last-minute bonding. I'm staying in Makati because I have an interview with Ommster tomorrow; I'm really hoping to get the job so wish me luck! I'm excited and nervous at the same time. :) 

Today was spent helping my brother do errands--one of which was go to his dermatologist for his monthly consultation. So thank you, Acne Cure for your beautiful lobby. ;) Hope everyone has a great week! Also, our giveaway (Price Tag x WinaWonders) is still open if anyone wants to join. :D

Wearing: beige cardigan | Zara, silver tanktop | Old Navy, leggings | Robinson's Department Store

shoes | Centropelle, ring | MC Accessories