Mexx Event

A few weeks ago I attended the Mexx event in Alabang Town Center. I don't normally go to the south but it was worth the trip.  Their clothes are exceptionally wonderful. 

 We were picked up by Cats motors- Mercedes Benz so our entire trip was really comfortable and relaxing.  

  Before heading to the store, the bloggers and the Mexx team ate at California Pizza Kitchen. They're actually one of my favorite restaurants so I went all out! I love their pepperoni pizza and turtle sundae. 

 Here I am at the Mexx store already. Their clothes are really nice and very wearable especially for everyday office wear.  They've a lot of casual/ corporate pieces that everyone will surely love. The fabric they use are all extra soft- it will make you the type that you'd be okay to spend because their clothes are worth it.

 Mexx is an international clothing line that offers corporate style and they sell not only clothes but shoes and accessories as well. Their guy clothes aren't that bad either! Just look how cute this striped cardigan is- I can actually buy an oversized one and wear it myself- it looks so chic and comfortable!

 With the bloggers Lissa Kahayon, Tricia Gosingtian and David Guison goofing around before our style challenge. Yes we love taking photos hahaha. 

 Colors and prints. I love the prints of this blush top. This cute top can be worn in so many ways. Even if you wear it with just a pair of skinny jeans you'll still look fabulous.  

 Stripes and checks. I love it when guys wear button up polos- It's so preppy and geeky in a cute way! These Mexx polos are definitely lovable.  

 You can like their Facebook fanpage to know ore about Mexx. 

 Our style challenge that day: Style a person fro the Mexx Team I actually styled two I first studied their body type and their look and I based it there I wouldn't want the to wear something they're not cofortable with I love Mexx- it suits the flavour of those who do prefer neutral casual outfits both to work and at home.

 Talk about shopping galore! I just couldn't resist Mexx's clothes.  

 Okay so Tricia, Lissa, David and I styled these girls. Can you guess who styled who? Remember I styled two girls.  

 Here are the bloggers with the girls they styled- did you guess it right?

Thank you Mexx for inviting me. I had so much fun and to experience shopping in your store is heavenly! They also just opened their second branch in Edsa Shangri-la mall so if you live in the north it'll be easier for you to check their store out.  They'll also be opening soon in Sm Aura and Glorietta. Thank you Mexx, Mary Kay, California Pizza Kitchen and Cinderella- I had so much fun bonding with my blogger friends and shopping. BMS. 

Sheen and Sparkle

(Fayeness Shop fake watch bangle, Style Trend skirt, Primadonna heels)

With a liquid-like sheen and notice-me-now sparkle, metallic pieces are inherently glamorous and party-ready. But the trend, embraced by style still reads casual when worn with the right pieces. It’s the ultimate lesson in versatility, cinching in at the waist and flaring at the hips- there isn’t a figure this skirt won’t flatter. This was what I wore for our guesting/ feature for ETC's Etcetera premiere episode this 2013. I don't even need to explain why my photos are this amazing- Tricia Gosingtian took them. Anyway, the theme was to wear something metallic, so I chose this. I love the texture of both my top and skirt! To spice up the look, I wore these amazing accessories. They're not too loud but they're such attention grabbers, especially this fake watch bangle. The skater skirt is so nice if you want to hit the classic lady-like look. BMS.

By the way, my apologies if I don't have the links to the items here. If you sent this over, kindly email me so I can link your store. 

Preview Magazine: The Cover Shoot

Okay... Let me gather all my thoughts: G%#@W!&*J#A?<%P}=#^M<$*!!!!!!!!! Oh, I'm sorry, I just can't express how happy I am that I'm part of Preview Magazine's cover together with bloggers Tricia and Camille. I still can't believe I'm in a cover of a magazine- and it's not just any magazine- it's Preview magazine-- and not only that, it's their big fashion issue! Okay, dramatic I know, pero ibang level ang kaligayahan ko!! I almost fainted when they asked me if I can be part of the cover. I really jumped, shouted and nearly cried. I can still remember my very first feature with Preview: December 2009 with Agot Isidro on the cover and I was on the last page called "best dressed". I was so kilig with the feature and didn't expect I was going to be featured again as one of the best dressed women last 2011. Akala ko yun na yun.. so WOW.. Just imagine my joy when they asked me to be part of the cover. Again, thank you Preview magazine- you made my dream come true. 

Here are some behind-the-scenes photos from our shoot:

Being made up by Pong Niu. She's one of my favorite make up artists! The peg was simple: FRESHNESS. Yes, ilayo kami sa usual blogger look namin, which is smokey and hair down, to a clean and fresh look.

 The three make up artists: Pong Niu, Owen Sarmiento and Omar Ermita

 I swear, I've never seen so many shoes for a shoot. The most I've pulled out for a shoot were only 15 pairs of shoes, and mine's are the affordable ones.. These ones are mixes of everything! I can even spot Louis Vuitton heels. 

 I get so kilig every time I see this photo. Being styled by my sister Liz and Daryl Chang and being art directed by my brother Vince. Okay fine, they're my siblings but it's still different in the workplace. May halong pressure!!! 

 Our dresses were origami-inspired and were made designed by THE Cary Santiago. 

I've never met him yet but every time I see his design, I fall in love with it. 

 It's nice to be working with people you love- and I mean working with the Preview team and posing with co-bloggers Tricia and Camille. 

Photographer Paolo Pineda in action. Nakakatawa, everyone is so serious! Hahaha. 

Of course, hindi magtatapos ang blog post nito kung wala akong thank you sa mga taong to:

Paolo Pineda for shooting us and April Lozada/ Tony Santos for assisting

Liz Uy and Daryl Chang for styling and Abby Aranda, MJ Benitez and Meg Manzano for assisting

Vince Uy for art directing

Pong Niu for my make up, Omar Ermita for Tricia's and Owen Sarmiento for Camille's

Mark Familara and Buern Rodriguez for our hair

Beauty and Butter for our nails

Karen Bolilia, Anna Canlas and Daryl Chang for the wonderful article

Celyn Jaravata, my lovely assistant who always takes my BTS/ outfit shots

And of course, Pauline Juan and the entire Preview team. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. 

And siyempre- never miss ang group shot after the shoot! Too bad Liz and Daryl left already, but at least we're still semi complete. Watch our BTS video HERE.

Please do grab a copy of the issue. The article is really interesting and it will make you learn more about blogging and the internet. And aside from our cover story, there are a lot more engrossing pages like Preview's top 10 picks of brands making their mark in the local retail scene, the designs of PEFTA batch 2011, amazing fashion editorials, etc. Thanks again Preview for putting your faith in us. And to my readers, I promise you won't regret buying an issue! 
And by the way, did I tell you about the Preview App? By simply downloading it for FREE, the country’s modern and stylish Filipina can get exclusive contents, write ups, illustrations and styling tips culled from both the September issue! Download HERE. BMS.