Lucky Strike

Today I wondered why my eyelashes aren't thick enough and why my feet aren't small enough. Then it hit me. Why do we take these insignificant things like millimeters on lashes and shoe boxes and then try to fit ourselves into those stupid molds? Why do I take the beauty that is me, and measure it up to a shoe size? A length of hair on my eyes? Am I not the more wonderful creation, far more great than those stupid things? Why do we take ourselves and desecrate ourselves daily? Pushing ourselves into cubicles because we think we are supposed to fit into them? Are we ice cubes? And suddenly I just don't understand the inadequacies anymore! Because they're not even inadequacies, at all! I will laugh and be beautiful.

An Ode to the Old Me

This is going to be a quick post but first let us bow our heads, close our eyes and reminisce to the time when I was 23 and could wear this outfit, rock it out and totally get away with it- fringed boots, sequined shirt, torn graphic sleeveless shirt included. I felt like I was stuck in a neutral, classic and clean whirl so I took things to another level and decked out in this. As you know, I only operate on extreme poles so when I committed to this outfit, boy, did I commit. Big time. So for no other reason than the fact that I missed going out in micro-mini and open side tank tops, here is this look. I won't lie. I didn't exactly feel as much as myself in this outfit more and I actually was quite more self conscious. I am 27...turning 28 in a few months and I think it is pretty acceptable that such a stand out and risque outfit would still make me feel weird. I never thought I would go through that, but here I am- doing exactly that which- is proof that truth and time truly changes things. As with our manners and behavior, so too with how we perceive the world. Deep down, I will always be that rocker chick but right now, partying (which is where I would have worn an outfit like this) isn't in any way a part of my life anymore. I love going out when the sun is still shining. The causes I so vehemently fight for have been everything to me and I doubt this is an acceptable outfit for that unless I want to channel the entire Rebel Without A Cause vibe which would be inappropriate as I am the Executive Director for a Scholarships foundation. There are so many things you realize when you hurdle into your late '20s and the things that I specifically love doing usually require button down tops, double or single breasted coats or blazers or a perfectly tailored business suit. A few days ago, I cleaned out my closet and with that, I let go of this ensemble and a lot more like this and decided that it was time for my retail branded clothes (some I have never worn) to find a new home where they would not be taken for granted or buried at the back of the closet. When I looked of all that remained after the 4-hour and counting long purge, I saw what remained and I was satisfied. Step 2 to my Breaking Free strategy.

And all I wanted was the simple things... A simple kind of life

Less is more...so the saying goes. With all the new minimalist take on fashion- one cannot help but beg the question: are we replacing fake clarity with real confusion? Of course, the "normcore" trend has been interpreted as a reaction to a fashion oversaturation resulting from ever faster-changing fashion trends. I do like to dress up and make myself very presentable most of the time but the norm-core trend isn't really something all too new to me because I reckon I have subconsciously been dressing that way on my "blah" days and I call it casual dressing. This outfit is an example. It is perhaps the most laid back outfit I have every posted yet. In a world where dressing laid back takes a lot of effort as it is now deemed as a fashion trend: a girl cannot help but be confused. Think about it.  However, I do believe in this: More is generally more, to contradict the cliche, but it isn't always intrinsically a good thing---if you do it all the time.

Tropical Punch

I am yearning for the sunny days that are now replaced by heavy rains and thunder booms and what better way to express my eternal love for summer than in what I am wearing? I did exactly just that and wore this pair of palm tree printed trousers which is my own little way of protest in praise of the sun. Of course...it rained but not even that can dampen my spirits which I have to say have been exuberant. I guess having a great support system in the form of a stable relationship with my family and a very select few friends empowers one to survive the rainstorms of life. And, while there is a possibility that there will be people who exist solely to rain on your parade, it's nice to know that the shelter that people who genuinely care for you and love you will provide will leave you damage-free and able to weather any storm.

Come and See Me at the SuperSale Bazaar Mid-Year Sale 2014

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Can’t figure out what to wear? Does your wardrobe need major editing? 

If you answered yes to both of these, you should not miss out 

on SuperSale’s biggest mid-year sale!

You may be living in a tropical country but that doesn’t mean that you can’t go on board the four-season trend. The SuperSale team have gathered only the best brands ready to showcase their fall collection – Celline, Moonshine, MOD, Soak Swimwear, Vanilla Breeze Clothing, Tonic, Elin, Fashionability – to name a few.

Also, be a bag designer for a day as the team has launched Design Ur Bag Studio, 

a pocket event exclusive at the SuperSale bazaar. You can design and personalize your bag – choose the design, colors and put your monogram or initials all for a reasonable price!

Mark your calendars, invite your friends and head on to SuperSale Bazaar’s Mid-Year Sale, happening on July 18-20 at the World Trade Center from  Friday-Sunday, 11am-10pm.

Post on Instagram and Tweet your favorite looks and pieces to win prizes and 

don’t forget to tell us which tastemakers and bloggers are topping your best-dressed list! 

Try to get a snapshot with them during the 3-day fete. Don’t forget to follow us @supersalebazaar and use the hashtags #supersalebazaar and #designurbagstudio. Tons of prizes await!

*You may purchase tickets at the registration during the event.

*For inquiries, e-mail us at supersalebazaar@yahoo.com or contact us at +63917-8013772.

*Visit www.supersalebazaar.com and http://www.facebook.com/supersalebazaar for more details and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @supersalebazaar

Stranger in a Strange Land

Rainbow Hued.
(Top: Wet Seal | Skirt: Moonshine | Bag: Cambridge Satchel | Shoes: DAS | Bracelet: Extreme Finds)


Summer is officially here and I am welcoming it wholeheartedly with this bright hued outfit in a tribal printed top and sheer maxi skirt as I love colors and going full spectrum on the color wheel just puts me in such a summery and cheery disposition! I love summer!

And to start off the season, I am inviting everyone to the Super Sale Bazaar this March 2-4 at the World Trade Center where I will be having a booth for Only the Marvelous and for Glitterati, my brand! Do drop by and visit my booth and other booths of your favorite brands and bloggers... YOU WON'T REGRET IT!

xx, JL

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GLITTERATI and Shop ONLY THE MARVELOUS....
CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND
at
THE SUPERSALE BAZAAR
March 2-4,2012
at
THE WORLD TRADE CENTER!!!!

Geet first dibs on Glitterati's Summer 2012 Line and get to shop my closet on this 3-day SALE Weekend!

Gear up for Summer at the SuperSale Bazaar @ the WORLD TRADE CENTER

Gear up for Summer at the SuperSale Bazaar @ the WORLD TRADE CENTER (March 2-4 2012)!

Check out www.facebook.com/supersalebazaar for complete details and www.dealdozen.com for special announcements!

and don't forget to vote for me....

I need your help!!!



Hey everyone, help me win a FREE BOOTH at the SUPERSALE Bazaar by doing the ff. simple steps:

1) Log in on FACEBOOK

2) CLICK on this LINK : http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=324291134276805&set=a.324290994276819.78209.209022395803680&type=1&ref=nf

3) Click on the "LIKE" Button

SuperSale Bazaar at The World Trade Center (March 2-4 2012)

Gear up for summer cuz it's just around the corner!

See you at the
SuperSale Bazaar

Friday, March 2, 2012 at 10:00am until Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 9:00pm
at The World Trade Center

Get 1 free eco-friendly bag, and the chance to win from the raffle draw every hour!!:)
We'll be giving away 360 fitness GCs, Ensembles GCs, Freeway GCs, Burgoo GCs, PicturePerfect Booth GCs, Queen Street bags and a WHOLE LOT MORE!!!:D

*you will not be eligible to win the major prizes if your headshot is not the SuperSale flier
(we will check your fb profile when claiming your prize)
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Everything will be discounted from electronics, toys and clothes to high end designer items and fine jewelry.
There's something to fit EVERY BUDGET!!

with over 300 brands to choose from you're sure to find the great deals you're looking for

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Present the flier at the entrance and get 20% off entrance fee!!!
(if you dont know where to get your hands on a flier feel free to print it out at home)

Get in for free by:
1) Present a Xend waybill from Feb1-March 2
2) Present your 360 Fitness membership card
3) Follow us on twitter! if we reach 1000 followers www.dealdozen.com will give away 1000 tickets!:)

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There will be Sunday mass at 3pm so you won't have to miss mass when you go shopping!

shop for a cause as proceeds of ticket sales go to World Vision

For the benefit of:
World Vision


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To receive updates on when to apply or when we have promos please 'like' the SuperSale Bazaar FB page or follow us on twitter

I NEED A FAVOR! (Consider it a birthday request)...

Hey everyone, help me win a FREE BOOTH at the SUPERSALE Bazaar by doing the ff. simple steps:

1) Log in on FACEBOOK

2) CLICK on this LINK : http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=324291134276805&set=a.324290994276819.78209.209022395803680&type=1&ref=nf

3) Click on the "LIKE" Button


And help me get 1,000 votes so I can win and sell my pieces at the SuperSale Bazaar this March 2-4 at The World Trade Center!

I promise I won't disappoint and give you amazing purchases... Thanks so much!

xx, JL

...and then some

Photos taken by Nicole Santos at the SuperSale Bazaar at The World Trade Center.



Can't wait to see you all at BLOGGERS UNITED II!
I am selling my old stuff- clothes, shoes, accessories!





xx, JL

WISHLIST: Amazing finds at the SUPERSALE BAZAAR @ The World Trade Center

So the SuperSale Bazaar wrapped up two weeks ago at The World Trade Center but I am still experiencing nostalgia! Check out the amazing finds I came across and expect MORE in the future bazaars! Loves it!!!



The Knitty Gritty of Every Bazaar most people don't know about is INGRESS. Trust me, it's harder than it looks. Construction worker skills required.

First things first- THE GLITTERATI Booth!

and then some interesting finds....