WATCH THE BLOCK

Some people shop when they are depressed or sad to feel happy for a short time. Yesterday I found out that when it comes to me, it is totally different. I shop when I'm happy. Yesterday, the best friend and I had our early Christmas shopping. We hoarded accessories at Forever21 because of the big discounts that makes it even cheaper than Tiangge or Bazaars. If I were you I will start shopping this early to beat the holiday rush.

CÉLINE is one of the color block pioneers and that's the inspiration of my outfit. I love how you can pair it with such simple classic pieces and look in style right away. Until now I still have a thing for rolling up my pants, I feel more relaxed and walk out in style this way.

Photo by: Diana de Belen

THE OUTFIT:

Zara blouse

Gap pants

Parisian loafers

Charles & Keith tote

Forever21 ring & bracelet

SUNDATE

Last Sunday the sister, the best friend and I had a little date after attending the Sunday mass. We had lunch at Chili's, which is one of my favorite restaurant. We ordered big mouth burger (no picture because we get too excited to eat it) and crispy chicken salad (it should be grilled chicken salad but I ordered the wrong salad.) Have you seen the movie The Perks of Being a Wallflower? Not yet? If I were you I'll watch it really really soon! I enjoyed the movie as much as I enjoyed the book. ;) and of course Spanish Sardines and Olives Pasta for the day finale/dinner at Mary Grace, Greenbelt. The interior is perfect and homey, far from the usual Mary Grace I dine at Trinoma.

Spending the day having fun, eating what we please and watching a good movie is my perfect kind of Sunday before hell weeks starts.

Photo by: Diana de Belen

THE OUTFIT:

Max Mara blouse

H&M trousers

Charles and Keith flats

PAN DE AMERIKANA

There's this moment when I have nothing to say or write in my posts. I'm more of a photographer than a writer, so most of the time I let the picture speak for itself. Ehem, excuses.
Here's what I wore to the birthday of my favorite Ninang, Tita Jacoh. Happy Birthday Tita Jacoh!!! A very comfy look, perfect for a sunny day. We had lunch at Pan de Amerikana in Marikina. I found the place very cool, because of its unique interior. I always see in pre nuptial pictures this huge/very big chess board and wondering where is this place? In my surprise, as I enter the restaurant I saw this huge chess board and of course immediately took the opportunity to take photos with it.
Have you been to this place? Can you recommend a unique restaurant, so I can try it next time?

THE OUTFIT:

Thrifted blouse

People are People bandage skirt

Charles and Keith flats

Sonia Rykiel bag

bracelets from Beijing

BEIJING DAY 2

Second day starts with The Forbidden City, the imperial palace. There's countless of tourist going to this place. The palace is crowded with aged Korean tourists. Trivia about the palace is very interesting, like the main door has 81 knobs (9 rows and 9 columns), only the Emperor can pass the middle main door to The Forbidden City, and the entire palace has 9,999 rooms.

Next to Dr. Tea House, where we bought teas like Jasmine, Oolong, Puer, and my favorite Fruit tea.

The day ended with souvenir shopping at Wangfujing (make sure to bargain for the best price) and dinner at McDonald's. Good thing about McDo is I can find it in any country I go.

Had the perfect season and best company throughout the whole trip.

PLAY

(Wayfarer: RayBan//Shirt: Play Comme Des Garcons//Pleated Trouser: Zara//Flats: Charles & Keith//Pink Leather Cuff: Bazaar//Quilted Backpack: Sonia Rykiel)

photos by: Onin

This is most kind of an outfit post. Everyday we woke up late, because our normal classes starts at 4 in the afternoon. But this day is more than the usual day we had in school. We are not wearing our college uniforms, no classes, and woke up so early just to be in school at 8am. There is this activity called Neo Centennial Celebration. Yes, UST is now on its 401st year. Too old huh!? 

HEY 2012!!!

(Polo: Lacoste//Floral Skirt: Abercrombie &Fitch//Flats: Charles & Keith)

As you can see we have the kambal (twins) look. When we are a little Ate and I often have the same clothes that we wear at the same time. Until now many people are still asking if we are twins especially when travelling. We decided to wear same clothes for our 2011 family picture. 

The Abercrombie skirt is from, our lovely Aunt, Mommy Jude.

Happy New Year!!!