Of gardens and good mornings

On a normal 7th day of the week, you will usually find me in a skirt, trousers, or a dress-- since I have work in the morning. I'd usually need something that can take me from work to sideline freelance meetings to dinner. But last saturday was no normal day.

August 10-- first day of review for most of us. To me, it was the first saturday when I had the complete liberty to wear shorts the whole day. Oh joy. This happy, breezy, pleasant-colored look matched my mood exactly.  Nothing beats letting your mood dictate your "ootd".. I remember coming to work a few days after this in a buttoned-to-the-top striped polo tucked in black jeans finished off with brown oxfords just because I woke up feeling strict, aloof, mad even. What about you, do you believe in dressing according to your mood or do you dress happy as a disguise on a down day? :)

Sorry for the poor photos, I poked and poked my "busy" brother to take a photo of me just right where he was before I crashed to bed. Before I slept I remember tweeting "Today. One of the few days I'm actually friends with myself." Believe me--- this is a rare phenomenon. and It feels.. amazing. :)

On to the outfit...

This really cute kimono was gifted by the really sweet (and funny) Guada of Thriftgasm. So many girls wanted this but she chose to give it to me. (I love you, Guads! :> ) It had been lying around in my closet and I've been wanting to wear it but didn't find perfect timing.. but that day, I didn't even think. It was calling me.

The top was something I got from what I'd like to call Vanessa's secret closet sale. This girl's my newest friend from CFB (Cebu fashion bloggers) and the time I got this top was the first time we met (haha) but I love her-- she's such a darling. Pun not intended but seems appropriate. haha.

Aaaand my shorts, these were my old galaxy shorts from my old post. I bleached them and I enjoyed so much how it turned out. Kind of artist-y. I also added studs to make it look different. 

So, all of the pieces Im wearing have stories to them. I guess it made the day a little more special too.

I hope you all wake up tomorrow the same way as I did! Happy Weekend! :)

kimono: Thriftgasm

shorts: DIY

scallop tank: topshop tank scored from Vanessa East

sunnies: Accessorize

Make Your Own Havaiianas 2012: Exclusive Launch

If there's one name that changed how the world viewed flip-flops, it's got to be Havaiianas. These pretty feet candies scream summer all year.

Last week, I was lucky to receive 2passes to the VIP launch for MYOH 2012  from Instylecebu. I was excited, Its like I was going to a slippers buffet. You get to choose everything-- from sole, to strap, to pin. I went with my sister Ninz. Here are photos from the event.

This is Carlo, my childhood friend, surprised to him being the senior assembler for the event. Let's just say he made the whole lining up extra easy for me and Ninz. :)) I'm not kidding, the lines were crazy!

My cute pair. My first colorful pair. Blue sole, pumpkin strap because I like that color combination and aviator pins for a cool factor. Also chose a happiness pin since choosing one will get you to donate to charity. I like that it has different pins on each side.

Ran into friends at the event, too. Jivah, Candice, and Ate Irish for CDN.

My sister chose a lime sole, matallic white strap, and soccer ball pin. Preppy, clean, and sporty. Cute huh? :)

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Here's what I wore to the event. I chose to come in something colorful to match the festivity, but easy and casual enough to move around in. Ive waited 6months just to finally wear these bell bottoms by my good friend and budding designer Rockell dela Mered! :))

Crochet Vest: Blind Clothing

Missoni Print Bell Bottoms: Theodore and Fred

Heels: Well, you can't see them

Hype? :)

I later changed into my new pair of flops because I got tired of all the standing aaand because I couldn't wait to try them out! Thanks again to Kristine Roa and Jaja Rama of bigseed media for this treat! Congratulations, Havaiianas! :)

Mind Over All

Aha! I've always wanted to try this pose! :))

sleek back detail

purse detail

I like cropping faces

                        

                                   hello :)

Overalls: Ibiza (vintage, mom's old piece)

Accessories: Downtown

Pumps: Janilyn

Purse: Liz Claiborne

Hype this look here!

Incase you were wondering, yes this jumpsuit gave me a hard time peeing. I always had to unzip everything down before I could "liberate" myself. I hope it looks like it's worth the hassle. :))

Yesterday I went to a baptism and dinner reception, instead of going for the usual lacey and romantic look, I opted to go chic in a classic tailored one-piece with a monotony that is interrupted by bits of colored (but minimal) accessories. Nothing over the top for me, as usual. I like to play it easy but interesting.  

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NOT IMPORTANT :

On a more serious note... While I am writing this outfit post (the first since early April), I can't help but feel sentimental because I know it will take just as long for me to post my next entry. And I enjoy making blog entries-- so much. So, I'm off to 7- month hiatus to take and retake "certain exams"-- that means apprenticeship on weekdays, gym and study on weeknights, review on weekends. Thats spells less time for friends, family vacation, blogging and BLINDxx.  It may sound too overrated, I wish it was. Have you ever had that feeling when you can't, for the life of you, afford to make mistakes within within a certain period of time anymore? I, as an adult, am due. Due for making realistic choices, sound priorities and real sacrifices; the kind that will make a 180 degree turn on my life. (#char #adulthood issues) 

Must improve time management skills, yes? :)) If not, there's always instagram. Hee. I so hope you guys still keep checking the blog somehow, despite the gaps in between. It always means a lot to me :) Okay everyone, students and non-students enough drama and back to work! Haha!

Im alright, Im alright, over all.

Pun intended.

Goodnight, loves!

xx

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