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! :)