Red Dress Through The Holiday Season

Who's already planning on what to wear this coming Holiday season? The season of Christmas parties is fast approaching and the inevitable question is, "What to wear?" This is not an easy question to answer especially to women. So here's one outfit idea but you can have these following options as well: 

1. Go all-out and dress in a party dress. 

2. Keep it simple or minimalistic and effortlessly chic with top and pants ensemble. 

3. Dress up your casual jeans but match it with a sparkly or metallic top.

For my outfit, there's no denying the power of wearing red. I feel instantly more confident, bold, and sexy in the hue. This color really inspires my holiday dressing. 

Remember this quote, "A woman never needs an excuse to wear a flattering red dress with heels!"

Dress: THE BRAND TRUNK

Footwear: TRES SHOES PH

Bag: THE BAG MASTER

Necklace: T AND M ACCESSORIES

Watch: VELOCI

Hat: Terranova

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Bringing the 70's Back

Is anyone else super excited about the comeback of flare jeans other than me? Since it's ber months, this pair of jeans is going to become a closet essential for the colder season. Y'all can have all of the skinny jeans you want but I'm not giving up my flares.

Did you know that Flared hems on jeans like "Bellbottoms" and "Wide Legs" were huge in the 70's and 90's?  Your favorite stores, like Forever 21 and H&M, are already full of different sorts of flared jeans. You can also find them from online shops where I got mine. 

If you want to look your best wearing flared jeans but are petite like me, I really suggest you wear high heels or wedges so your look won't be compromised. Also, the trickiest part is the length. Make sure their hem ends a few inches above your soles, which make your jeans long enough to have your heels or wedges peek a bit from underneath. You don't want to step on the hem of your jeans. I go for comfort over anything else.

For those who are scared to pull these flares off, don't be! Give it a try and discover the beauty of the 70's and 90's fashion. I'll keep on wearing mine with confidence. So, will you wear this look?

Top: SCAIRA PH

Bottom: SCAIRA PH

Bag: Primadonna

Accessories: Forever 21

Watch: DANIEL WELLINGTON

Footwear: STYLE BERRY

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Mesh with White

Hello everyone! It's been weeks since I last posted an outfit. I've just been really busy with priorities. So, for this outfit I decided to go all white again when I went to the baby shower of Matt's teammate's baby. I want to congratulate Julian & Des for having a cute baby with full of swag like his daddy. For sure baby Justice will bring joy and happiness to their lives. 

Top: CLOTHES BUFFET MANILA

Vest: URBAN HOUR

Skirt: CHIC BOUTIQUE

Bag: Accessorize

Wedge: Comfort Plus

Accessories: MOON STONE JEWELS

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Green or White? White

Sorry cause it took me days to post this outfit on my blog. I've been really busy with my other priorities. 

So, here yah go!

I wore an all-white ensemble to the DLSU vs NU Round 2 game. I wanted something different(not wearing a green colored shirt) that's comfy enough for a few hours outside but still put-together. Opted for a sleeveless oversized blazer from one of my favorite shops, THE URBAN HOUR and paired it with a white vintage shirt that my mom passed on to me. I completed this all-white ensemble with Comfort Plus wedges while subtle Forever 21 gold bangle and DCG FASHION necklace rounded things off. And, a touch of sparkle with SHOP GEORGINE sequined sling bag.

Congratulations Green Archers! They showed everyone how to play like a champion. Let the green spirit soar. Animo!

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Every Cloud has a Silver Lining

And yes! Every cloud has a silver lining. If we take the literal meaning, then yes even the darkest cloud has a silver lining & nature can prove it. I really don't like it when its gloomy and rainy, it's just depressing. This time of the year, the weather's kind of bipolar so it's really hard to decide what to wear. In my experience, I went off in the morning with a bright sunny day and just wearing a tank top and shorts then all of a sudden, the rain poured in the afternoon. Bugger!

I'm sharing this proverb because it contains a very deep wisdom that helps people get through with the difficulties they are facing. After the bad days, good days follows. We may face failures but it's the only ladder to success. Channeling optimism through my blog.

Dark & gloomy days place me in a dark mood while sunny days make me feel bright & happy. And so I thought of a better way to brighten up my wardrobe on a gloomy day with a flash of metallic. You can definitely shine on in a metallic frock or even from head-to-toe and you'll surely look bedazzling. 

When I saw this THE URBAN HOUR silver skater skirt, I told myself it has to be mine. I thought this skirt is a statement piece. Metallic color & skater skirt style, two of my favorite things in one. I think I have an unconscious thing for metallic stuff especially silver and gold.

Pair the silver skirt with a top appropriate enough for work & festive enough for a cocktail party afterwards. I chose to wear one piece that I love from my corset collection and covered some skin with I LOVE KIMONOS white kimono. I got this lovely corset from THE BRAND TRUNK.

Since I'm wearing pearl earrings, I paired it with this impressive EIGHT 8 AVENUE Onyx Necklace that enchants the whole outfit with its beautiful facets.

These comfortable MONICA LEE wedges will take you from a busy day at work to a casual night without ease.

Again, every cloud has a silver lining. I certainly agree to this proverb. Have you seen the Silver Lining? Literally & Metamorphically? Remember, there is darkness in your life but the sunshine is all behind you.

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Look Forward to Mondays

Monday can set the tone for your entire week.

I confess. I've never been much of a Monday person. I always wish to fast forward to weekends.

But I have to try to make every Monday matter and to understand how much you can do if you get off a great start.

One of my favorite corporate outfits is a pencil skirt & white Celeste inner top from GLITZY GLAM SHOP. Balanced out a fitted pencil skirt with an over-sized black blazer with white lining from THE BRAND TRUNK.

Look over the details of my white Celeste top from GLITZY GLAM SHOP. 

This look can be worn at the office, for a date night, or cocktail hour with your girlfriends.

Since your blazer and top are making a bold statement, keep your accessories minimal.

Arm candies from DCG FASHION.

Others say wedges can find a home in the corporate because the big virtue of this pair is that its comfortable and I can run with it.

It's a Monday and imagine what you can do to make a difference in your life and in the lives of others.

Happy Monday!

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Flare & Flatter

Slipped into my white camisole that is a perfect outfit builder. This cotton cami works well with popping navy paisley trousers from THE URBAN HOUR. This outfit is perfect while dealing with the sweltering weather of the Philippines. I really don't understand the bipolar weather. Sometimes it's cool when the rain pours but sometimes it feels like you're in the oven. Simply wear something loose but sultry little outfit. This flower crown from FLEUR DE CLEI adds that touch of hippy appeal to the ensemble.

 

 

 

 

This set of cotton camisole and print trouser combination is versatile. Don't be afraid to mix and match your wardrobe. What I love about this outfit is that it moves with your body and flatters your shape. Especially with the trousers, it allows you to feel comfortable at all times than wearing jeans.

 

 

 

 

P.S. This is what I love to wear on a lazy day.

 

 

 

Adding more flare with this leather fringe shoulder bag. Couldn't leave home without a watch. The brown leather strap from SPIFFY is just perfect.

 

 

 

On deciding what shoes to wear, I always choose comfort over anything else. Since I'm not blessed with height, I need a bit of height assistance. For everyday wear, I always go for wedge heels. They're are fashionable and versatile.

 

I guess camisoles and trousers are lazy day outfit-fixer.

 

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Share the Love

From one heart to another. Now, I'm sharing to you my passion for fashion. Wonder why its #MGPerspireToInspire? I found blogging another way to reach out to people and share what I can do other than volleyball. It's like a diary of a volleyball player who loves to dress up off the court. I want share my ideas, inspiration, and tips on my blog about fashion and fitness. I may not have won genetic lottery to fit in all types of clothes but I always tell myself this, "It's not what you wear, it's how you wear it."

 I just want to share this quote, "Put your energy where your joy is. - Shann Vander Leek". 

Always choose to do something you wont grow tired of. People only do their best at things they truly enjoy. So do you have something in mind? It's never too late.

Today I feel like wearing my white boho peasant blouse with an off-shoulder fit and ombre high-waisted shorts from VETUS SHOP. A little boho-chic with a little futuristic. Try to express your inner boho babe just like in the 70s. This look channels a psychedelic spirit with flowy silhouettes and colorful embellishments.

Elevate your sunny weather wardrobe with a pair of these on the go and light-weight wedge just like from MONICA LEE SHOES.

Ombre heart sunnies from SUNNIES HUT complements the whole look. It just brings you back to summer love.

Slipped on these eye catching necklace and knuckle rings set from DCG FASHION. Also, watch from SPIFFY.

Just be yourself & no one can do it better. Peace!

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