Chella Vibe

Sorry, this will be quick because I have a game later. So here it goes. 

Since it's Coachella season, it's time to embrace the bohemian style. For this look, I teamed my ensemble with pink PANOPLIA coordinates, together with VETUS SHOP crochet vest, Zara leather boots, KIKAYS BOUTIQUE fringe bag, GEORGINA SASHA chandelier earrings & LADY MARMALADE SHOP necklace.


If you want to stand out in the crowd, choose loud prints and patterns, ethnic tunics and vintage-look tees; it's all about being seen under the sun this summer. You can also choose from cut-off denim shorts paired with bring or neon wells, or long maxi dresses match with stylish open-toe gladiators.

Be playful because it's all about fun this summer.

Top & Bottom Coordinates: PANOPLIA

Crochet Vest: VETUS SHOP

Footwear: Zara

Bag: KIKAYS BOUTIQUE

Necklace: LADY MARMALADE SHOP

Earrings: GEORGINA SASHA

Okay. I gotta go to my game now. Hope you liked it. ;-)

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Pamper Yourself After a Busy Week

Finally, I had a chance to have a day to pamper myself after a long busy week. Like you know those days when you have a bad day and you just want to get some fresh air, get your nails done, get our hair fixed or go to the derma. But for today, I decided to drop by SKIN PHILOSOPHIE.

One thing I really love about the place is all of Dr. Kyla Talen's staff are so accommodating. If ever you'll go there, don't forget to try their tea. I totally feel at home whenever I go there.

I had my 3rd session  of Therma-Conductive Body Sculpting. For those who haven't heard about it yet, it's a body sculpting treatment that uses Radiofrequency (RF) energy to increase the metabolism of fat cells and releases fatty acids or liquid fat which will lead to the reduction in circumference of the treated area like lower abdomen, love handles & inner thighs. 

This is perfect for my case because I've been doing exercise and diet for ages but still it's not enough to trim those stubborn fats on my lower abdomen and inner thighs. Plus, whenever I lose weight cellulites come out and my skin looks like a dimpled cottage cheese. The RF tightens the skin through the stimulation of natural collagen production. As you slim down, you don't have to worry with sagging skin. ;-)

Note that you also need to go on a healthy diet and consistent exercise to keep the fat off. 

If you're interested with the treatment, please check out their website: http://skinphilosophie.com/dt_services/body-contouring/

Top: H&M

Bottom: PETITE RUCHE CLOTHING

Eyewear: GEORGINA SASHA

Footwear: TUTUM SHOP

Bag: ASHBY BAGS

Accessories: GOOD FINDSSS

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Keep Your Head Warm & Peppers Cold

Sorry for the late post of this outfit because I was really busy working and preparing for a volleyball league, Philippine Superliga. I collaborated with Shuttered Realties by Raniel Fernandez. Drop by his Facebook page for his wonderful works.

Fun fact about me, I have tons of joggers or trousers inside my closet. I think it's a must-have piece in your wardrobe if you're not a pants person like me. Who says good style can't be comfortable? The beauty of jogger pants lies is twofold. First, they are basically dressed-up sweatpants, meaning you can wear it both at home and out of the house, and nobody will judge you. Second, it goes pretty much with everything inside your closet. So, say hello to sports luxe with joggers.

If you don't want to wear real pants, it's time for you to jump on the jogger bandwagon with me.

Beanie: OLD GOLD VINTAGE

Top: OUTLET STORE PH

Bottom: Nike

Footwear: Nike

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Botox in a Roller: Jade Roller

If you haven't heard about Jade Roller yet, it is a face roller made our of jade which Chinese women consider as a magical tool that is anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, reduces pores and eyebags. For short, it's like a botox in a roller.

Just a short history, the facial jade roller has been used for centuries by Chinese emperors and empresses because they believe it can give them smoother, unlined and younger faces. And today, this magical tool is rediscovered. 

There are a lot of anti-aging products in the market and many experts claim that they are not harmful and they only exist in such small doses that it's not enough to cause enough problem. However, some of us use more than one product a day without knowing chemicals stay in our body and get stored in our cells which over time can cause health problems. So like my mom always say, "Prevention is better than cure" or you can switch to using "natural/organic" products.

Here are steps on how to use a Jade Roller:

Step #1: Cleanse

Wash your face using a deep-pore cleansing product. Get a towel and pat your skin dry. 

In the video, I used THE HAPPY ORGANICS double detox bar with activated charcoal and kaolin clay.

Step #2: Apply

Apply moisturizer creams or oils on the face and the neck. Usually after a long day, I use THE SKIN NATURAL tea tree oil or EDENS PARADISE tomato serum with Vitamin B and collagen.

Step #3 Roll it on the skin

Get the face jade roller and start rolling it on your skin with an upward motion. Usually, if you want to have a refreshing feeling, put the Jade roller in the freezer and let it cool first before you roll it around your face. If you have a puffy eyes problem, use the smaller jade roller and concentrate under your eyes.

Please click the link to watch the instructional video via youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlNd7zLbTMY

You can use the Jade roller at least 3 times a week to reduce wrinkles and lines. You can also use it before you apply make up and after a long day work.

Interested with this product? Please go to this link: https://instagram.com/jade_roller

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Sun's Out, Guns Out

Last Saturday, I went to my 1st session of pilates in Vivian Zapanta Pilates Studio in
15/F EcoTower, 32nd Street corner 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Metro Manila 1634. I have no words but it was worth the sweat. My season will start soon so I have to do some extra work for my injured back. And, I will definitely do this every week.
So every after work out, I'm not one of those girls who looks cute during post-workout. My hair is a frizzy mess and flying out in every direction as the wind blows. But then I had to do something with my outfit because it's a weekend and that means it's date time with my Boyfriend Matt since it's the only time we have to bond. So, I had to vamp up my work out clothes.
It was a sunny day and a pair of VINTAGE SHORTS PH high waisted shorts is perfect matched with my RECOVERY WEAR work out tank top that says, "Sun's out; Guns out". Pretty Witty eh? Then for my cover up, OLD GOLD VINTAGE nike jacket is perfect. I look so NE-ON! 

This post-workout outfit will take you from your favorite sweat session to lunch date or just running errands.

Tank Top: RECOVERY WEAR

High Waisted Shorts: VINTAGE SHORTS PH

Jacket: OLD GOLD VINTAGE

Footwear: Nike

Sunnies: OLD GOLD VINTAGE

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White Out!

There's so much trends going around the world like now that sometime you don't know  where to go or what to follow but here's any easier way out of the clutter: wearing white on white and, more white. You don't need to pull up big bills from your wallet to follow a celebrity to pull the look off; this is something you won't even think twice to purchase it. I got the H&M crop top and Forever 21-inspired high waisted shorts from FAIRE FUSION and you wouldn't believe how much it costs.  I'll give you a hint: It's not even half the retail price. And, I just want to keep it minimal so I accessorized my look with a nice handmade necklace from PINK OUTSIDE THE BOX & rings from Forever 21. To preserve the monochromatic style, I went for a white open-toe block heel sandals with a little color of black from HUEMANILA. 

Just a reminder, make sure the shades work together. Ask yourself, does one white look so bright that it makes the other almost look dirty? Be mindful how your whites work together.

By the way, I decided its time for a change. No more blonde ends and sticking to a simple and sophisticated bob look.

Top & Bottom: FAIRE FUSION

Necklace: PINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

Rings: Forever 21

Footwear: HUEMANILA

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Happy New Year 2015!

Last week we rang in the new year and declared, "Out with the old!" and, "In with the new!"

I just want to greet everybody a Happy New Year! I hope you guys had a wonderful holiday season with your loved ones and friends. For me, I spent my holiday season well with the people close to my heart especially my boyfriend, Matt who stayed in the Philippines for us to celebrate our first Christmas & New Year together. 2014 was indeed a good year and I'm looking forward for what 2015 has for me. 

How about you? Since it's New Year, everybody's thinking of what's their new year's resolution. What to change from last year? This and that. The new year makes people welcome change. We make resolutions defining what will be better for our lives this 2015. Even if change is hard, just take baby steps and you'll get there.

I decide to go casual but still fash-i-on as Matt and I went to the mall. Some folks are already posting their New Year's preparation while I'm still at the mall scoring some post holiday sales. By the way, credits to Matt Salem for taking these nice photos. I didn't know you have a photography talent in you love! ;-P

So here are the brands that I wore:

Top: THE URBAN HOUR

Bottom: VETUS SHOP

Watch: VELOCI

Footwear: SHOEDDICTION

Moschino Case: ITS GORGEOUS GIRLS

Earrings: Forever 21

For the nth time, Happy New Year!

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