Iron Fist

(Stylista.ph top, I.T. arm accessory, Kate Spade bag, Virgos Lounge skirt, Alexander Mcqueen heels)

Last week I attended the Magnum event, wherein they announced two new flavours- chocolate and strawberry and chocolate brownie. Believe me when I say chocolate brownie is now my new favorite. The event was filled with people and Azealia Banks flew in to perform! It was such a fun and amazing night for me. I decided to wear an outfit that's not my usual bright/ neon look. I wanted to wear something sleek and fun at the same time. Good thing I have this Stylista.ph backless top in my closet. It's such a stunning top- plain in front but has that peek-a-boo surprise at the back, balancing that sweet and edgy statement. It's really hard to find nice backless tops that suit me. I always check if the strings are loose or if the top is well made- and I can definitely say this one is perfect on me. You can tell it's made with love! It can be paired with a black skirt and can look like a classy dress right away! Black pieces will never be out of style. A classic black top with a twist is definitely amazing when paired with this colorful beaded skirt from Virgos Lounge. To pop up the entire look I wore an accessory that can everyone definitely noticed. Pano mo ba naman hindi to ma-no-notice eh every time I wave yan ang unang nakikita! Hahaha. BMS.

Wear White

 A few weeks ago, I had a shoot at the Blanc Gallery for Philippines Star. It was a quick shoot and it was my first feature this 2013 too! Here are some behind the scenes photos from the shoot.

I love it when Roy Macam takes my photos. He's such a natural!

 I'm also addicted to this Lemon Shop headband. It's such a great way to accentuate your entire ensemble. The pearls make the entire look softer and more relaxed. Now, here's the final photo that they used:

 (Lemon Shop headband, Virgos Lounge top, H&M skirt, Gareth Pugh shoes)

The theme of the shoot was "How to Wear White This Year" and this was my interpretation. I wanted to wear pieces that make a statement even without any effort- so I wore these:

     1. Lemon Shop headband- something that will definitely make any look cuter. 

     2. Virgos Lounge top- sequined dots never fail! I like it loose too, making me look thinner and taller.

     3. Uneven skirt from H&M- striking.

     4. Gareth Pugh wedges- I don't even have to describe how this can make a statement

I'm also happy to be featured with lovely ladies Kai Lim, Lucille Dizon and Janthina Fong! If you want to read the entire article, just click HERE. Thank you so much Bea Ledesma for including in your article. BMS.

Sway

Now that everyone's back from their long vacation... I'd like to share a secret. Okay fine, it's not really a secret because I've posted about this product a few times already, but I just can't help to share it again. I did another blogger make over shoot with my Pantene Stylistas Kryz, Camille and Patricia and we were told that we could bring one blogger with us. 

Here we are having our hair washed with Pantene shampoo and conditioner.  I remember tweeting about the said event and asked bloggers to send me links to their blog so I can scan before choosing my partner. I've checked over 100+ blogs and it was the hardest decision ever!!! Unfortunately, I only had to choose one and I chose Raiza of Miss Pop Quiz. 

 Our shoot was for Pantene's latest line, the Nature Care Series. Pantene Nature Care has two variants: Smooth and Life for sleek/ straight hair that sways effortlessly and the other one, Fullness and Life for hair that bounces. I rarely curl my hair, so obviously I went to the Smooth and Life variant. 

Pantene Nature Care Smoothness and Life collection restores hair’s natural health, smoothness and life form through a combination of the brand’s signature Pro-V technology fused with a nourishing mix of nature’s wonders including Cassia Complex, aloe vera, calendula and ginger. This innovative formula penetrates into the hair’s cortex and fortifies the hair shaft from root to tip maintaining optimal moisture balance in hair while reducing friction between every hair strand therefore achieving smooth, shiny hair that is still full of life and movement. 

 Here I am all fixed up. Can I just tell you, this was the liveliest and fullest that my hair has ever been- no exaggeration. And not only I could feel it, other people noticed it too! My yaya asked if I had recently cut my hair because it looks so alive and another friend asked me if I went to the salon to get my hair fixed! O diba!! I really love Pantene Nature Care. 

 With my fellow chosen blogger Raiza. Isn't she so tall and pretty?  

 With the Pantene Stylistas and my loves too. Bilang bounce si Kryz and Cams, hindi pa ready ang hair nila! Hahaha

 Pantene Stylistas on the left and our fellow bloggers on the right: Bestie, Danika, Raiza and Lissa.

 Goofing around. Ganito kami pag walang camera hahaha!

I love product too much! Really does wonders for my hair. 

 Break time and I'm still working! #ayawpaawat #workaholic

 I had so much fun with these girls and thank you as well to Raiza, my fellow blogger who went with me to the shoot. She was so friendly and stylish! Thank you Pantene for the shoot again. Not only did my hair feel revived, but ever since our shoot, my hair is still as soft and straight now as it was that day. 

Here's what I wore for the shoot:

(SM Accessories necklaces/ rings, My Korean Rose dress, Virgos Lounge jacket, Chanel bag, Feet for a Queen pumps)

I chose gold and white for this day's outfit because with Pantene, you can't help but feel fresh and glamorous.

The New Realism

 (Glam Fashion necklace, Virgos Lounge top, Alexander Wang bag, Superb Finds bracelets, Wardrobe Check shorts, Luxury Mall booties)

This is the second look we did for the Stylista x Pantene campaign with Alex Carbonell. This look from the F/W trend report is The New Realism- wherein the vibe is luxurious, defined and elegant with a hint of youth. As you can see, my hair is pulled back making my hair silky and smooth. This is also the first time I've tried this hairstyle and it looks so classy! So, what to wear with this type of hairstyle? Something luxurious- and of course, what would look more luxurious than this top I got from Virgos Lounge? The beaded details are crazy! I absolutely love the everything about this expensive-looking top. I actually got it a long time ago but I saved it for a very special event/ pictorial- like this one. We all know that if you want to look elegant, wear gold. The cream-brown-gold combination made the look classy, but because of the colorful bangles and my studded booties, I was able to make it look more fun. 

So how did Alex Carbonell achieve this hairstyle? Here are some of my behind-the-scene photos. Your hair needs to have that extreme smoothness without the greasy look for that silky smooth finish. You don't want your hair too oily while it's pulled back right? They used Pantene solution so the smoothness will show even without that greasy look/ feel. With Pantene, there's always a way to achieve that silky smooth finish. BMS.

Blue and Gold

 (SM Accessories earrings, Virgos Lounge dress, SM Accessories belt/ bangle, ring, Chanel bag, Miu Miu shoes)

This day was actually funny because my first event was for the Nike Cortez 40/40 and I wore a cropped top, shorts and rubber shoes. You would've never guessed, right? Anyway, I had to rush to Seventh High for the Globe Tatt Awards. I'm very happy, honored and proud to say that I was the winner for last year's Tatt Awards "Stylisimo" category. 

I wore this light blue dress from Virgos Lounge that had the most amazing fabric. Silk inside and lace outside = love. It has been a long time since I wore an off shoulder type of dress too. It really makes your look more feminine. 

I know my post is VERY late, but like I always say- better late than never! With Alodia Gosingfiao and Ginggay Joven.

Pauline Juan, Globe's Dong Ronquillo and Daryl Chang 

 Hosts for the night: Miggy Chavez and Petra Mahalimuyak 

Tim's Louboutins and my Miu Mius are now bffs. Hahaha.  

I'm so happy to be one of the finalists again for the Globe Tatt Awards "stylisimo" category this year with Robbie Becroft, Camille Co, Divine Lee and Cecille Van Straten. Since this post is super duper late, voting period is already finished but nonetheless, I'm so honored to be part of it again. To my readers, kayo na talaga! I love you guys dahil kung wala kayo, wala rin ako dito sa cetagory na to. The announcement of winners is on June 29. Let's all wish the finalists good luck! BMS.