what money paid for

white top: thrifted | green blazer: the clothes hunter | cropped pants: thrifted | sandals: Melissa

i totally don't mind a repeat number. well i think i'm talking about my blazer. yeah i can't seem to get it off me lately that i keep wearing them these days. wash-and-wear peg! :)

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steer away

"You have your brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who'll decide where to go."

- Dr. Seuss

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black cinderella

 black pants: F21 | gold watch: Aldo | glass shoes: F21 | sunnies: F21

wore an all black ensemble today, another sign that we should all bid the colorful summer days goodbye. basic top, wore them like i usually do tucked in front and let loose at the back, black jeans and amp up my look with my new favorite pair, glass shoes/cinderella-esque shoes which i think every girl should have. from the first time i laid my eyes on them, i instantly thought of the many ways on how and where to wear them. i just thought they're too beautiful to let it pass and it seemed like a good investment. my mom was the only thing that kept me from buying them but i obviously i bought them anyway. i remembered about a month ago, she came home with two new pair of shoes and asked me to hide them in my room so my father wouldn't know. and i just did the same when i came home with this and she only found out when i first wore them. ha! like mother like daughter.

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she got game

 stripes tee: thrifted | green leather shorts: WAGW | yellow oxfords: Primadonna | cap: Ralph Lauren

the cap in this outfit is a must as per required by the heat that's killing my vibe. without looking over the top or losing one's personal style this RL cap stashed in my parents' closet is just fitting. the leather shorts is not worn to give anyone confusion. its still very hot here but who says  you can't hoard and wear leather running shorts this summer? 

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aiken

no regrets

 sunnies: F21 | pink crochet top: H&M | watch: Anne Klein | flats: F21

that moment in your life when you knew you have to buy a certain thing and never regret it. that's exactly how i felt regarding this pink crochet top i found while randomly shopping with my friend. aside from the fact that it can actually be worn in two seasons, it was also a really cheap bargain! 

these days i've been wearing tops with huge armholes (to the extent where my sister asked me why i've been showing off my bralettes and bandeaus) which is why this top is really a must-have in my closet. the weather is too unbearable here. wearing pants and leggings here only when necessary.

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aiken

dipsy gypsy

 white top: thrifted | denim cut-offs: Levi's | rings: F21 | braided headband: DIY | necklace: Just G!

comfort is usually my priority when it comes to dressing up. i believe that a woman looks good in her outfit when she's comfortable on what she's wearing. 

wore a very simple coachella-inspired outfit (i hope its not too late for that) to a movie date with my sister. lately i've been so inclined to wearing huge bags when going out. i carry a lot of stuff with me these days and its important that they all fit in one bag. 

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aiken

my wonderwall

this woman had me when she was very young and i am so amazed of how she stood strong and independent despite getting married and having a child at a very young age. she taught me everything i needed to know. she's a really tough woman. she has put up a lot with me which i am very thankful. i am who i am now because of her. she's inspired me to be better even do the things her way. i may sometimes doubt what she says but at the end of the day, mothers always know what 's best for her children, proven and tested a million times. you've said a lot of empty threats at me when you disapprove of what i do and that's because you love me. she's my best critic. my confidante. my bestfriend (or frie-n-emy). my wonderwall. MY MOTHER. i love you beyond words and more than you can imagine. i may disagree with you most of the time but know always that you are understood and i take your words by heart. mom, you may not be reading this now but i'm gonna make you proud and i'll try to give back all the love you've shown me.

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aiken

they hunt clothes

oh please it aint legit. not modelling of some sort. there was nobody to fill in the shoes of a "model" that day and the place was amazing for a shoot so i just have to do it. all items worn in this very quick shoot are from the clothes hunter and  now while you're at it try to visit them then let me know what you think about their style! :)

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aiken

cover up

plaid button down: Dickies | vintage denim shorts: Levi's | JC-inspired boots: Primadonna

oh no don't be fooled. its too impossible for me to wear this especially with the scorching hot weather we have here otherwise i'd be soaked in sweat! posting them anyway. 

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aiken

dress on

 sunnies: Aya Mini Shop | long cardigan: WAGW | top: thrifted 

denim cut-offs: Levi's (DIY) | flats: F21

this long cardigan (similar here) is definitely one of my favorites now can be worn in many ways. i know i didn't have a good outfit shot when i first wore this one so here's a better one (i guess?) i hope i gave this really cool cardi a justice. 

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aiken

less is more

 pardon the crossed eye brows here. haha obviously not picture-ready. 

 button down used as dress: thrifted | running shorts: the clothes hunter | (L) & (R) rings and flats: F21 | watch: Anne Klein bag: thrifted | sunnies: aya mini shop

 i think my parents would never let me leave the house wearing just the button down so i wore this running shorts from TCH so as to prevent any peek-a-boos and giving pervs their satisfaction.

a saturday filled with meet-ups calls for a button down shirt - here used as a dress - what with the sunny and hot Philippines. since its too hot and i knew i'd be driving that day, i have to take into consideration comfort when it comes dressing and putting on accessories which is why.. LESS IS MORE.   

TCH: march-april lookbook

this was the shoot i was talking about in my previous post. it was a really quick one but i think we were able to manage it well - i guess? so glad because we were able to catch the sun at its brightest. so guys if you could just check out the clothes hunter on facebook i would really appreciate it then let me know what you think about it. thank you :*

models:

Leigh Monique Galeos

Tresha Adele Sabordo

Ailea Jo Canice Capoy

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aiken