juxtaposez

Walk Watch at the Met

2010-05-06T07:26:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone is having a great summer despite the 38˚ heat the people of Manila are not in favor of. So far, beach plans have been going dunzo here at home but I don't want to take dibs yet on having the suckiest summer ever. Haha.
Moving fashion-forward, I bet most of you saw a lot of coverage on the Costume Institute Gala Benefit held on the 3rd of May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC. As usual, a train of celebrities grazed the red carpet, most of whom embodied the night's theme--Amercan Woman: Fashioning a National Identity. But honestly, I think the gowns and dresses the celebrities donned last year were more striking.
My personal favorites from the bunch were Chloé Sevigny's baby doll dress--I love a textured, rich turquoise dress and baby pink lips, M.I.A.--despite the awkward pose she carried well Alexander Wang's intricate design, the sleekness of Dree Hemingway--those heels are futuristically TDF! Ofcourse, Sienna Miller never fails to be one of the top dressed; the cut and design were very flattering and lastly, Chanel Iman's ability to up-the-ante the jumpsuit with her youthful glow is a win! On a sidenote, I included Elizabeth Banks in the collage because her ostrich-feathered dress was reminiscent of what I wore to my junior prom.
It was quite sad though that this time around, the sought-after Olsen twins were no where in sight during the event. They better make up for their absence!

Ready for the Pressure, Drama and the Pleasure

2010-05-01T04:48:00.000-07:00

Have you had your fix of reality series the past week already? Because I made sure to catch the season premier of both The City and The Hills. As for the latter, let's leave it at the usual girl drama and Heidi Montag's hideous plastic surgery. It's saddening that even her mother doesn't support it.

Life goes on and I'm here to ramble about my favorite bits on The City. There wasn't a lot of drama except for the hype around the fashion show of Whitney Eve's Spring Collection. But the preview of the next episode surely got me hooked again. New York work drama definitely awaits!

I've been very into the nautical look since summer started so I really liked this simple of look of Whitney donning a blue and white dress during the scene where she went to the tailor accompanied by Roxy Olin. The gradual poof and high bun was what my eyes constantly observed because I've been into pulling my hair back a lot, lately.

Olivia Palermo did a good job interviewing Anna Sui... But really? I think it's better that she keep to being a socialite and dressing impressively than working (uselessly) for Elle Magazine.

I hope this scene was authentic because I was very touched. Kelly Cutrone crying was what I least expected! She is so intelligent and I admire her words of wisdom. In this scene, she advised Whit, "You have to be prepared for people to hate you. Average people love to be average cos nobody bothers that."

Just like the Bergdorf Goodman associates, I fancied those lace leggings that were to die for! To think that those leggings were almost a failure because the cloth Whitney assigned to that piece didn't work at first and then, ta-da, a product out of a moment's spur! There was a lot going for silk fabric and that used for a jumpsuit was my favorite.

Colorburst

2010-05-01T03:58:00.000-07:00

L-R: Topshop lace pocket cupro shorts, MAC Viva Glam in Gaga, Proenza Schouler tie dye dress, Falconier necklace, H&M Water Aid Collection bikini, Mymu canvas espadrilles, OPI nial laquer in Miami Beet, Forever 21 denim shorts, Proenza Schouler PS1 pochettes, Topshop clogs

Ever since I laid eyes on Proenza Schouler's most recent collection, I couldn't help but be attracted to rich colors again, thus the collage above. Being a person who would gravitate towards neutral color palettes most of the time (I'm loving camel, nude and light pinks right now), this was quite unexpected of me. I guess it is also the summer season that is lightening me up. But fyi, neon colors as favorites was the story of my life 3 years ago haha!

I'm proud to say that my style has matured through the years and I'm still learning up to now. If you've graduated from the learning process of fashion, then innovation may be the next step. It's about mixing and matching, making it look flawless yet effortless.

Putting a lot of color into your ensemble may not be what you'd go for but if you're up for some popsicle fun, pick up your favorite key piece in a bright color to animate your outfit!

I love a petite woman that can intimidate!

2010-04-28T04:00:00.000-07:00

Here comes another rocking lady that has been added to my fashion inspirations, Miroslava Duma—As a previous editor to Harper's Bazaar Russia, she now contributes to several publications such as Glamour Russia, OK Magazine (Russia), Tatler Magazine. Although Miroslava comes from a wealthy Russian family, she is also a young humanitarian who regularly organizes charity events and contributes her time to charitable foundations. —Citizen Couture

There is just something about the combination of her being Russian and spotless sense of style that intrigues me! And the fact that it does, makes me adore her more. I love how she can don ruffles, dresses and skirts one day, be very edgy the next and laid back and quirky, the other. Not to mention, her fine taste for accessories and shoes. I think I might have just met my style counterpart in her.

Aranaz † Tribal Luxe

2010-04-24T01:11:00.000-07:00

Styled by Rosanna Aranaz | Photography by Bianca Catbagan | Modeled by Kara Gozali

The new lookbook of Aranaz featuring their Tribal Luxe collection immediately caught my eye and thought it could level up with the international market. I'm so in love with the creativity and styling of this one!

Let's do a head start at supporting our local Filipino designers who work up their way to great levels in promoting our country's arts and crafts!

Check out more of the Aranaz lookbook here and the official Aranaz site for more info.

Chalk May 2010

2010-04-23T22:23:00.001-07:00

What better way to entertain yourself while tanning under the sun than with Chalk Magazine's May 2010 issue! Get a copy of the latest issue in your favorite bookstore to read about what's hot right now--from college, fashion, summer destinations to election guidelines!

Coachella-Ella-Ella

2010-04-23T21:18:00.000-07:00

Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival is an annual star-studded event held in the scorching heat of Indio, California set in the Colorado Desert. It is a festival attended by the famous and not-so to watch and listen to simultaneous genres playing music and parties being held all over the place. And what a great event it is to show off some skin thanks to the 38˚C heat!
This is year it was all about swaggering and parading the tummy and legs with floral and lace--toughened up with denim and boots. Here are my personal favorites wearing the festival's fashion common ground.
© Vogue | Teen Vogue | JustJared | Popsugar

Open up the point of view that wants to hide away

2010-04-18T22:51:00.000-07:00

lazy monday photo dump

Glee's Lea Michele wanted to mesmerize us with her sultriness and clearly, that's what she did to me. A+ for the winner hair and make-up!

Besides the nude lip, I want to channel a vicious red one some time.

This top is calling me. Love the simple shoulder embellishment--it can be used during the day and worked up with more oomph for night.

Take some time off the Speidy and lame girlfriend drama of The Hills and tune in to Whitney Port's reality series, The City down to its 2nd season around April 28! Besides their breathtaking wardrobe, you gotta be jealous with the perks of their professions in the fashion world.

Since it's hot-hot-heat right now, I haven't been picking up the usually-necessary-to-me black eyeliner from my make-up pouch. So please give me a reason to wear it on a night out. Girlfriends, do you hear me calling? Haha!

I want every piece of the collection in Mango stores right now!!! *Mom, want to FedEx me some goodies?*

Still on a search for the perfect (and affordable) denim shorts... Hopefully, summer isn't over yet once I've found it.

April Favorites

2010-04-18T03:18:00.000-07:00

Hopefully, I would be bucked up at this time of every month so I'd be able to regularly share with you my favorites--in fashion, beauty, music, food, come what may!

For a second, I thought of just randomly posting my inspirations for this month but then on a second contemplation, it would be great jump-starting something new with my blog... Now on to the bits!

J. Crew's Summer Catalog for April is so dainty, I immediately run to it as pegs when there are no creative juices coming out of me to assemble an outfit. I just wish jackets and blazers were still wearable in this kind of heat. But no, Manila heat is just... What it is!

Blair Fowler or better known as juicystar07 in YouTube is a beauty vlogger that I've been fervently following ever since I discovered her. Sure, her talkativeness and perkiness is of a different level (by different, I mean high) but she is great with tutoring different make-up looks. She does not only offer tutorials but reviews and recommendations on various beauty products as well. Another good reason to follow her advice (as for me, that is) is because we have the same skin type. Do look up her make-up/room tour and you will die with her collection. D-I-E!!!

If I can't have the PS1, can I have this Proenza Schouler PS1 Mini Messenger Bag atleast...? It's either this or a backpack. Very MK-esque! Click here.

Recently found fashion blog: Fashion DistractionA distraction in its own right--this is a blog I told myself I would frequently visit! I can definitely relate to her occasional flowy tops and pastel-colored palette outfits and edgy, leather and studs ensembles.

Took a trip down memory lane with this Chloé Fall 2009 collection. It was just so full of the power woman's essence. I'm so in love with the cuts of those pants and shorts! Nude, beige and every color of that family shade is not one to ignore this season.

It was probably too judgy of me that the Kardashians were kind of "trashy"--with their reality series and all... But ever since the Kim Kardashian-Reggie Bush break-up gossip started to bloom out of the gossip sites I follow, so did Kim K's style attract me! I must say, the break-up is doing her great with the radiance she's casting off right now.

If you haven't watched the extended trailer of SATC 2 featuring the cameo of Penelope Cruz and Miley, I suggest you open a new tab and go to YouTube right now!!! I thought it was another plain Jane movie of a girls' only adventure out of their comfort zone but it's so much more--which is getting me so excited. Their trip to Abu Dhabi is what I'm looking forward to... Made me miss the desert during winter season in UAE. (I grew up in Dubai, fyi)

If this is what spring cleaning does to Jennifer Aniston, then I must start off with mine! This Harper's Bazaar UK May issue featuring her is so ferosh! Love the editing as well.
Since La Salle has shorter vacations compared to other universities... Why is it that I seem to have no plans at all? No fulfillment of "make out the most of your time" kinda thing. Bleh! Hope all of you are doing something worthwhile this summer, though.

Ka-Ching!

2010-04-13T06:58:00.000-07:00

If you would like to seek financial advice on saving and budgeting your money I'm definitely the wrong person to run to! Well, just saying haha. Being the spendthrift that I am, here are a few purchases/splurges that I have done.

The sudden control on money just comes when you know you're going to have to live with the little amount left for the rest of the month, agree? Hay, life. But really, I did try sticking to buying only what is on my must-by list. You gotta give me credits for that ha-ha!

Sorry for the first two fugly pictures--they were just taken off Photo Booth.

Got these Ray-Ban-esque shades off a sidewalk for 50 bucks this afternoon. You see, commuting has some perks.

This pair will be worn aplenty, I promise. Bought this from a recent trip to the department store with one of my bestfriends from CSA :)

And finally... After a year! I got my hair colored again thanks to Fix at Greenbelt 3. Goodbye, ombré-looking locks! Oh and when I looked at this picture a second time, I realized it was the same top I wore when I got my hair colored for the first time last year for Graduation Ball heehee.

2010-04-13T02:56:00.000-07:00

I think I might just be back to blogging! I'm so sorry for the sudden hiatus but I needed to pour all of my attention to school. I've decided to get this on with again since I am down to my last final exam as a freshman tomorrow!!! A lot has happened in the past month - pounds included...

Jumping off... Since I have been spending most of my time soaked in schoolwork, taking outfit shots haven't been a priority. But there was one fateful day I brought my camera and took the effort to dress, uh, well? On a side note, I had a speech to do that afternoon hence the polished vibe.

Pictures were just taken around school care of one of my stylish college friends, Sarah Policios whom I took shots of as well.

Bench v-neck shirt, random brand pants, Ichigo studded oxfords

Ahh, the moment I laid eyes on those gray dressy pants, I fell in love!

Timex watch, Tomato white studded wristband, random brand silver ring

Parts of this pair are kind of wearing out already but I refuse to stop wearing them. They're so... Me.

Got this Forever 21 ring from my cousin, Kate Paras from a recent trip to BKK

Another gift from the cousin - layered necklace and Mom's pearl necklace; a hand-me-down
Well, that's all for now. Creative juices aren't pouring out of the jug just yet!

Sometimes Plan But Sometimes Wing It

2010-03-18T19:46:00.000-07:00

Thrifted denim long-sleeved polo, Lee black jeans, Random brand studded white cuff

Has it been weeks since I last blogged? Goodness! School has been hella draining and the irony is the days I get free cuts for subjects is the most exhausting. That is thanks to the vast intervals between my classes. There is no choice but to eat, walk, play, bum and chill around Taft just to kill.

But thank Heaven, last week my weekend was pretty productive. My highschool bestfriends and I had a random dinner at Pepper Lunch, Greenbelt 5 even though I opt to not go out on Saturdays post-NSTP sessions. But curry beef is such a winner that's hard to refuse! Sorry, I was too lazy and not made-up for an outfit shot.

Lately, I think I've been growing a clumsy gene. Major failure happened at the resto when I spilled my glass of Sprite not knowing what really caused it. Bleh!

2010-03-01T02:20:00.000-08:00

I might've just created a philosophy; my days are better when I've planned my school outfit the day before, already. Haha. Today was good-steady-happy. You get what I mean right? Every element of the day was just about right, except... For the outrageous Manila heat!!! Hence the flowy top that's actually so delicate to iron. And as for the necklace, I am so in love!
Pardon my very disheveled, post-schoolday self. I barely had time to take an outfit shot in school so I took it myself the moment I arrived home. Thanks to the "abandoned" room in our decades-old house, self-timer, the zoom-in option and Photoshop! I had to edit it old school because the original colors that turned out weren't too pleasing.

Tango white slouchy top, Tomato acid-washed denim skirt, random brand necklace and suede-ish black bag, Ichigo studded oxford shoes, Timex watch

♥

Because food stock was lacking at home, I ate "breakfast for dinner" last night and apparently, the same situation occurred once again tonight. Tonight's version of old-fashioned oatmeal + skimmed milk was topped with sliced apples and melons. Ahh, the healthy life, we meet again. Noticed that I actually sleep better when eating meals like this. Time to shape up for the summer!

On a side note, it was hard to ignore my little cousin, Ciara as I was photographing my dinner. She looked at me straight in the eyes and flashed a pose, as if saying, "take my picture instead!" So here is one the many shots I took of her. Right after, she started to meddle with her mom's iTouch again and popped and locked to Black Eyed Peas' Imma Be. Btw, tomorrow is her 4th birthday. Unlimited cuteness!

Au revoir for now. You would think my plate's empty already but I still have to catch up on reading Esquivel's Like Water For Chocolate for my Human Literature class midterms scheduled tomorrow at 8am.

College Never Looked This Good

2010-03-01T02:12:00.000-08:00

If there is one magazine worth reading and keeping on top of your pile of glossy pages, that would be ABS-CBN Publishing's CHALK MAGAZINE!
Do grab a copy of the March issue featuring the fresh Isabelle Daza from your favorite bookstore! :)
This is making me feel so summer-y already. Hope I would get the chance to assist in photoshoots again come the vacation! What's your plan this summer?

2010-02-27T20:13:00.000-08:00

"Between moments of absolute snobbery to false flattery, you learn quick to trust nothing but your own heart." --Garance Doré

2010-02-27T20:11:00.000-08:00

Elle March 2010

Don't you want to be a darling and surprise me with this? ♥ I promise you, this thick glossy thang will be worth it.

2010-02-27T19:43:00.000-08:00

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These remind me why it's okay sometimes to sleep late at night finishing schoolwork because it brings me closer to the day I finish college and earn those bucks.
Collage © juxtaposez 2010

2010-02-27T18:02:00.000-08:00

Besides the shows in London, the brand offered a sweet escape--TopShop Café!

Wouldn't it be a great pick-me-up if this was commercialized? One order, please.
Photo © Garance Doré

Sunny Royalty

2010-02-27T06:45:00.000-08:00

Did some late night photo manipulation just now. This was during a styling gig in school for our college's (Liberal Arts) Fast '09's Next Top Model event for a cause.
It was a tedious yet great experience prepping up the models alongside Neer Cartel (right to me). Hope this is not the last. And I think it was in this photoshoot that I realized the career I wanted to pursue was Fashion Creative Directing!
Photo © Bea Valles

Fashion Week: Fendi, Anna Sui & Mulberry

2010-02-27T04:09:00.000-08:00

For the win Fendi for the countrified utilitarian ensemble all the way. Karl Lagerfeld is a god! Personally, I love the touch of mustard, winner footwear and structured bags.
I would really like to have those shoes, please! Calling out local designers and department stores.

Anna Sui's latest collection showcases yet another blast of art, giving you a free ticket to the patterns from the American Arts and Crafts movement. Look at all that jazz! Those prints are a perfect peg for summer. Must note that down.

Ahh, me and my devotion to English fashion! The collection obviously screamed, "Alexa Chung". But what's really to love? The electric blue and orange splashed into the palette--something worth a trend.
If only it weren't 33˚ here in Manila, I'd channel these looks to school.
All collages are © juxtaposez 2010

Simple Joys In Life

2010-02-27T02:46:00.000-08:00

Behind all the make-up, a la mode clothes and badly-needed-to-be-repaired hair color, I too have such simple joys in life. Mind you, I'm really one shallow person!

For one is my newly de-cluttered and made over desktop. Cute eh?

Sorry for the tremendous lack of updates; hell week just got over in La Salle. Congratulations, survivors! My oh my, I can't believe 3rd term will be over in 6 weeks or so. 1 year down, 2 more to go!!!

Have you been keeping up with NY and London Fashion Week? I'll post my favorites in a while. Happy Weekend!

Beat The Meat

2010-02-22T00:22:00.000-08:00

After months, I've finally had the motivation to work out again. As I typed on my Facebook status. "nothing is as fulfilling as sweating it all out" earlier this afternoon in my non-air-conditioned room! Thanks to the Tracy Anderson Method and 3 lbs. dumbells, I had a great one and a half hour of cardio, butt, thigh, arms and core workout.
As for further motivation, I made a collage of fitspirations from the likes of Hilary Duff's 2007 toned body (can't let go of her beach photo in the right most), Whitney Port who is fitter than ever and the sexily athletic AnnaLynne McCord (photo from Shape magazine cover).
A friend told me, school is officially over by April 18 so I hope by the time summer hits, I have achieved my most wanted body. Let's get our lazy butts moving, friends!!!

Today's Power Word

2010-02-20T03:38:00.000-08:00

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I am grateful to have a digital camera at the very least but it's beat already and I think it's time to get a new one.
Just a few days back, I was in Glorietta 4 and saw this semi-professional camera (that's what the salesman said) - a Canon PowerShot G11. He said it's got the same quality as a DSLR. So, it's either this or a Mac iPad when my family comes back. (haha!) Any insights on this gizmo?

Fashion Week: Alexa Chung for Madewell

2010-02-20T03:12:00.000-08:00

I want every piece of this collection!!! Period. (Hello, it's Alexa Chung)

Fashion Week: Alexander Wang

2010-02-20T02:59:00.000-08:00

Personally, I loved the velvet touch showcased in the runway! Doing that was quite risky and unexpected, but with Wang everything goes well. The way he puts together the toughness of black and the cloth's delicate flow is so admirable.

Caribbean Sail

2010-02-20T02:09:00.000-08:00

Topshop long sleeved Breton shirt, Zara harem pants, Topshop jelly sandals, Human gold studs bracelet, Timex watch

I have no definite memory of this day except for the morning we were serenaded a day after Valentine's during our Political Science class by our barkada's common boy friend from 108 (I think?) So sweet!
Pardon me for the topic jump... My dad and sister left for Dubai just yesterday and though I'm feeling sad, it's exhilarating to not have the school-at-8am-then-off-to-the-mall kind of agenda.
Besides the abundance of chocolates from Toblerone and Kinder to Guylian and Lindt, I finally got my requested goodies. I've been wearing MAC's blankety lipstick with a dash of lipgloss almost everyday (worn in outfit pic above) for the nude effect.
Another goody I got was Clinique's moisturizing gel. Definitely 5 stars!!! In just a couple of days use, my face is moisturized than ever. For those of you who are oily on most parts of your face, this is a GO.

Au revoir, 5 inches

2010-02-16T01:19:00.000-08:00

I seriously can't believe I'm posting this photo of me; bare-faced and exhausted from a day of schooling and malling.

It has been so hectic since my dad and sister arrived hence the lack of updates. And I think the midterms are approaching next week? Oh my.

2010-02-12T07:22:00.000-08:00

Dreaming of Red Mango original flavored frozen yogurt topped with mangoes or strawberries and mochi balls. Pure heavenly bliss!!!

2010-02-12T06:49:00.000-08:00

Kristin Cavallari is smoking in Asos' February issue!

Never was a fan of KC since I was always Team LC but these scans serve me right.

Remembering McQueen

2010-02-12T06:31:00.000-08:00

Illustration by Danny Roberts

Illustration by Garance Dore

Vogue March 2010

PARIS — Lee Alexander McQueen, one of the most acclaimed and incendiary designers of his generation, was found dead at his London home on Thursday. He was 40.

Sources described the death as a suicide by hanging. London’s Metropolitan Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious, but a spokesman said, "We would not speculate on the cause of death before a postmortem. Next of kin have been informed, but we await formal identification.”

The disappearance of one of fashion’s brightest lights and consummate showmen will surely cast a shadow on the international collections as they get under way in New York this week. McQueen’s show, scheduled for March 9 at La Conciergerie Paris, would have been among the last of the fall season.

The London-born McQueen’s death unleashed a torrent of shock and anguish from designers, retailers and others in the fashion world. “In a world where every man and his dog is a designer, Alexander McQueen was the real deal,” said Milliner Philip Treacy, who created fantastical hats for the designer’s shows. “His talent was supersonic.”

Source: WWD

2010-02-12T06:18:00.000-08:00

Whitney Port and Lauren Conrad--women with substance who are on the top of their game and definitely a favorite team-up of mine ever since they first co-worked in Teen Vogue for The Hills. ♥

When is the next season of The City starting anyway???

Manic Wednesday

2010-02-12T05:48:00.000-08:00

Rewind back to Wednesday... It's amazing how an outfit can lay low your panic mode with schoolwork!

As for this outfit, it was planned the night before--during the aforementioned Political-Science-paper-cramming. It definitely gave me a boost to carry on with the workload from that hour on until the next day. Maybe it was the scarf that I don't usually don?

Happy weekend, followers! :)

Bench/ grey summer shirt, Random brand acid-washed denim vest, Random brand scarf, Terranova black leggings, Human bangle, Timex watch, Ichigo studded oxford shoes

Follow Alexa Chung's Style on Vogue!

2010-02-12T05:42:00.000-08:00

Have you heard of the hip Brit it-girl Alexa Chung who's been making noise in the fashion industry thanks to her preppy and urban panache?

You can now follow her throughout the whole month as she collaborates with Vogue to feature her everyday get-up here!

2010-02-12T05:32:00.001-08:00

I would work out to the fullest to achieve defined abs, arms and legs if this collection were in my closet right now!

Just recently, Forever 21 launched their surprisingly different Activewear Collection for their new sport line. Here's a sneak peek.

2010-02-09T16:24:00.000-08:00

It is a good morning and I'm feeling fashion forward. Happy manic Wednesday!

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Summer is just looming around the corner! Better buckle up for the coming season's staples.

2010-02-09T02:25:00.000-08:00

Instead of struggling with words to expound on my social, economic and political views (bleh!), wish I was just in a beaten-up, vintage car like this with some girlfriends driving up to Tagaytay. But at this point, I have no choice but to delve in my thoughts and squeeze out everything to impress my PoliSci professor. Well hello, college.

2010-02-09T01:28:00.000-08:00

Besides MK & A being almost everyone's most-coveted fashion icons and and are such big-time moguls, did you know they get paid around $80,000 each to attend fashion shows? Wow, that is the life!!! ★

2010-02-09T01:23:00.000-08:00

It would be much better if I had a cuppa Starbucks beside me while trying to write my 5-page paper for Political Science class due tomorrow. So help me, God.

Starbucks' venti hot White Chocolate Mocha is my morning fuel ♥ (except for days when I'm broke like these)

2010-02-07T22:09:00.000-08:00

Wish I was as good an illustrator as Garance Dore!

Photo: Garance Dore

2010-02-07T22:03:00.000-08:00

Land... Or possibly even heaven of all clothing basics - American Apparel. I wish I could go here soon. Let's pray for cash, visa and a plane ticket first.

Blog Stalking

2010-02-07T21:29:00.000-08:00

Karla Deras' blog is always one of the first fashion blogs I visit the moment I dive into net surfing. And everytime she has a new entry, her kempt, sharp and spotless style always impresses me.

Photo: Karla's Closet

2010-02-07T02:43:00.000-08:00

Sentimental words + delicate flowers + vintage overlay = ♥

2010-02-07T02:22:00.000-08:00

Bought online grey blazer, bench/ pink summer shirt, DIY denim shorts

My first college girlfriends - they may not know this but I miss us all being together from 11-1, having lunch and laughing our hearts away thanks to overtly corny jokes. But thanks to often similar classes, we still get a taste of 1st and 2nd term's fun times. ♡ you girls!

2010-02-07T02:11:00.000-08:00

Sure our television sets, laptops and bookshelves have been saturated with vampire-this and vampire-that but I can't help but gush about my latest series obsession - The Vampire Diaries! The adrenaline, thrill and suspense it sends through it's viewers' spine is such a fresh breath from the usual highschool drama in other series. Besides the smokin' guys beside Nina Dobrev, you gotta admit she does sexy well playing the role of Katherine Pierce.

2010-02-07T01:38:00.000-08:00

This could definitely count as my room makeover peg.

2010-02-07T00:31:00.000-08:00

Nicole Richie dawning laid-back chic perfectly!

Slowly shifting to a softer and summer-y color palette. Black is classic but studs... Overused.

Luxe locks + fresh face

Olivia Palermo

So these are my as-of-the-moment fashion and beauty inspirations. Last year, I was in the most coveted monotone colors and studs but I'm proud to say I've finally outgrown it and graduated from the eighties, heading on to brighter young things especially now that summer is just around the corner.

2010-02-07T00:23:00.003-08:00

I still want you, Miu Miu. There's just something awfully beautiful and smart about this bag, aye?

2010-02-07T00:23:00.001-08:00

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven. --Ecclesiastes 3:1

2010-02-07T00:20:00.000-08:00

Don't you have those days you walk into the shiny floors of your favorite clothing or shoe store, try on bunch of goodies and leave without nothing in hand? Those are the days. Sigh.

Sunday Power-up

2010-02-07T00:07:00.000-08:00

Today's preaching in church was about prayer. Oftentimes, what we do is ask God for food, blessings, guidance and protection. But beyond all those praying for favors, it is a matter of reciprocity. The reception of blessings means giving back what is due to Him too.

Let There Be Blood

2010-02-06T17:34:00.000-08:00

This magazine spread of the gorgeous Vampire Diaries girls is really enticing me to try out dark berry lips. I've read from one of the blogs I fervently follow that MAC's Cyber is the way to go.

2010-02-06T16:49:00.000-08:00

I'm in dire need of a new wallet or purse to stash all my cash (as if!?) and cards. My sparkly silver one has evolved from being just the holder of coins to feminine pads and now my daily trash.

2010-02-06T16:48:00.000-08:00

Make me live by the beach and I won't say a word!

Through The Spectacle

2010-02-06T07:20:00.001-08:00

2009 wasn't exactly the best year but I gotta give it to this one; it ended spectacularly with a 5-day Boracay trip (mind you, it was my first) with my relatives.

Sure, the place is very commercialized already but nothing can suppress it's beauty. Straight out of the lodge every morning, the view still kept me in awe. And to add on to that, island hopping for a day was even more jaw dropping. I've always been a water baby but snorkeling for the first time opened my eyes to the true beauty of the ocean - what lies beneath.

Everytime I get bored at home, it's our Bora album I start browsing through and I'm really itching to go back soon! Wonder when that'll be...

Everything Worth Knowing

2010-02-06T06:59:00.000-08:00

Fact #1 and the only fact worth remembering of me: Fashion never fails to seize my attention.

2010-02-06T06:50:00.000-08:00

"Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels." — Kate Moss

2O1O

2010-02-06T06:43:00.000-08:00

I think it's the right time I move on from Tumblr and make a more personal blog! Please do follow me, Candice Camara here on Juxtaposez. :)