Showing posts with label holiday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holiday. Show all posts

Dec 23, 2014

Today Was A Fairytale


I wanted to find something of the beauty of myth that we’ve left behind, carry its shreds before us all, so we could acknowledge it, somehow bring it back to life. I wanted to delve back into that world that cradled us when we were young enough to still touch it, when trolls lived under creek bridges, faeries fluttered under mushroom caps, and the Tooth Fairy only came once you were truly sleeping. I wanted to see if enchantment was somehow still there, simply waiting to be reached. When I felt my loss, I realized that if I could do anything in this life, I wanted to travel the world, searching for those who were still awake in that old dream time, and listen to their stories – because I had to know that there were grownups out there who still believed that life could be magical.
And in that moment I decided: I am going to find the faeries
... and write my own fairytales.

Before the noche buena festivities commence, I would like to wish everyone: A Merry Christmas. Granted Christmas Eve is such a big deal in our country, I am sure everyone is excited to have a fun-filled night until morning with loved ones. I think the ability to reconnect is one of the best things about the Yuletide season and I do hope you spend this opportunity well. You see, once you get older, the holidays become more of a chore rather than a cause for celebration. I get it... we all have responsibilities now and we were already told Santa doesn't exist and that it really was our parents who are stuffing our Christmas socks after all. That's the thing about growing up--- we find out the reality of things that we used to marvel at and believe so intensely. This is the reason why I find people who manage to see the magic in everyday life and continues to be enchanted absolutely fascinating. It's a hard knock life but having hope is something to revel at. Not everyone is like that anymore... maybe except for a selected few. As jaded as I think I tend to be, one thing I still do believe in magical things and that's how I choose to be. Enchantment lies in everyday moments if you are observant and if you are willing to write down your own tales. It's quite simple really... for my case. for example, all I have to do is to find the beauty in the mundane things... and even simpler yet, all I have to do is wear an dreamy ensemble that spells "QUEEN" all over it... this gown is an example of that. After all, an enchanted day is only enchanted if we ourselves believe that anything is possible.

Nov 9, 2014

Folk Story


Before I forget, let me show you another Halloween costume I wore for my self-proclaimed favorite holiday which was actually the first of the two costumes I had worn (the second being the Ariana Grande one). For day time/ trick-or-treating, I decided ti wear this folk-themed costume. Of course, when someone wears something tribal, everyone automatically assumes that the look I was going for was that of Native Indian. I beg to differ. Aside from the fact I am very sensitive to the traditions and culture the native American Indians and therefore would refuse to wear a feathered tribal head dress as it is offensive to don the war bonnet as it sends a culturally inappropriate detail on Native costume. (Cue in Victoria's Secret Karlie Kloss-gate from 2012.) I know Halloween is all about fun but since I know better and did not want to offend, I decided to don a Nordic Warrior-inspired gear and decided to choose pink to make it more fun and less sensitive to anything historical. Besides, I think my FOSSIL Dominique already rocked the American Indian look in her Pocahontas costume from two Halloweens ago... Check out her look HERE and HERE. That explains the fur over the feathers and this interesting animal print wedged shoes from 37LA which matched my outfit and the feet cuffs so perfectly. I then full on committed and painted my face with makeup to make the look all the more on point. If you notice, I also posed quite fiercely which was quite a feat as I was on a ledge in heels... the things I do for Halloween...

Dec 15, 2011

Blog Feature: Oxygen Holiday 2011



I visited the Oxygen store at Glorietta 2 the other day to score some of the amazingLink finds from Oxygen's Holiday 2011 Collection.












It was pure love! I had so many things I wanted (seriously)! But I decided to filter my choices and got leather-esque dresses with a mesh detail.




My Oxygen Picks---







The Oxygen Store has a hipster vibe. The interiors spell Rocker Chic which perfectly matches the feel and theme of the clothes on display. It was an outrageously hard rock look. The collection highlighted gray, black colors with serious leather panel details and mesh add-ons. It was so me in every way!!!!


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Jan 4, 2011

Boom,boom, boom, even brighter than the moon, moon, moon








In true New Year tradition, i decided to sparkle and shine my way through the holiday like a shiny disco ball as I bid farewell to a so-so 2010 and welcome a glittery and definitely sparkly 2011. It was the perfect night to go all out and I did, in this one of a kind fully sequined silver backless dress which I designed for my brand, Glitterati. It's not out though for retail sale. I must admit I was quite worried that the flash might bounce off the very flash (mirror like) dress but thank God it didn't! I contrasted all the shimmer with a pair of patent red Lanvin X H&M pumps (with a cute crystal detail on the heel) and a python clutch bag. Kept everything minimal: the dress was accessory enough!





Wore this dress for over 15 hours as the first agenda was a fabulous set dinner at my favorite restaurant, Red in Shangrila Hotel with the family. Headed home for lots and lots of FIREWORKS (I only do sparklers though), some bubbly and then capped the night or early morning off at Attica with friends. It was a blacked out blurry night but I am sure it ruled! Hello, 2011!

Snapshots of my New Year:





















Happy New Year Everyone!

xx



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