Mango Mania

(unbranded corset, Mango pants, belt and cuffs, Jessica Simpson heels)

It seems as though I have been bitten by the tribal bug lately. Summer is the perfect time to play around with prints and color so these Mango pants are the first of many new colorful additions to my closet. The light material also helps 'cause you feel like you're not wearing anything. This look can very easily go from day to night with just the right accessories. Now that I look back on this, I wish I actually had an event to go to this day! Hmm... Should I do an outfit repeat? haha!

Aside from the pants, check out the accessories. They're so simple but they add just the right amount of luster to jazz this outfit up. I could wear these with anything. I seriously went gaga when I went shopping last week 'cause I wanted to buy all their accessories. No joke. I think I may have gone overboard trying everything on. They have everything from rings and cuffs to belts and bags. I could go on and on but instead, let me show you.

Here are some of my favorite pieces from their latest collection:

You can get all these and more at their online store here.

It's My Birthday! Not.

(H&M corset & skirt, Forever21 shrug, Mango clutch, Giftsahoy ring, Aldo heels)

I am sure many of you have heard the adage "it's better to be over-dressed than under-dressed." Well, that holds true in very many occasions, this one included. Since I knew I wanted to wear such an attention-grabbing shrug, I decided to keep everything else simple- Another good rule of thumb when dressing up! Though everyone loved what I wore, a night can't pass without us poking fun at each other. So everyone kept teasing me saying that it was my birthday 'cause of what I was wearing! 

 I, of course, just played along and acted the part which led a few people to believe that it really was my birthday. haha! When you wear something like this around us, you have to expect that we will playfully comment and tease 'cause you gotta admit: You're kinda asking for it! ;) 

Ferry joined in on the fun and used me as an example as how Filipinos love to dress up and even tried the shrug on. He was so friendly and down to earth I was so surprised to see him take his blazer off and  rock the shrug! Here's a photo.

Anyway, I guess the moral of the story is that when you put on that much sequins, you gotta be prepared for anything!

Long Hair Don't Care

(Ray Ban shades, outfit styled by Carlos Concepcion, Riqueza chain vest)

Photo credit: Sabs Bengzon

Last week I was invited to the Ray Ban event in Buddha Bar for the launch of their new summer line. The photos may not show it but I was actually there for work - covering it for The Source. The theme was color blocking and since I assumed everyone would be in neons and pastels, I went for a black and red color combo with a chain vest to jazz it all up.

If you take a second look, you'll also notice something very different about me. Go ahead! I'll wait....

If you guessed my hair, then you're right! I just recently got cool new hair extensions from Keira Hair Extensions from Lynelle's. They're so cool cause they're clip-ons so you can put them in and take them out whenever you want! So I can keep my short hair when it's too hot out, then put in the extensions when I wanna 'Kardashian' it up a bit! haha!
What do you guys think? Do you prefer long or short hair? Either way, I get the best of both world's!

Photobooth fun!

Angel's 27th

I'm sure this celebrant needs no introduction. Known by many as an award-winning actress, producer, commercial model, and philanthropist, Angel has surely come a long way. I have had the pleasure to work with her years ago in a few shows and movies for GMA and I can say that the Angel I knew then is still the same woman today. She's kind, friendly, and generous. So a celebration as grand as this is just what she deserves...

The set-up: Rocker Chic

 The party was called 'Rock with an Angel' and rightly so. Dinner and drinks led to open-mic rocklike and everyone couldn't resist the call of the stage.

Carla, Andi, and I sang 'Someone Like You'. We were so nervous to be singing an Adele song. Buti nalang we were amongst friends. I obviously enjoyed 'cause I ended up doing a 'Super Bass' solo! haha!

After very little pursuing, TIm got Raymond to sing 'Moves Like Jagger' with Martin Bautista by escorting him on-stage. :-) 

Rajo got the ball rolling being the brave one to take the stage first. Not only is he an amazing designer but a great singer too! 

 As Mond sang, all the girls rushed to the front to cheer him on. He was so sexy singing that song! Ikaw na, Mond!

FInally, Angel and Dimples sang 'Torete' for all her guests.

Check out that sexy dress she's wearing designed by Rajo Laurel. Love!

 I wore a vintage top matched with a Zara skirt. My accesories were:

Earrings- from San Francisco

Belt- Top Shop

Clutch- Chanel

Shoes- Aldo

Happy Birthday, Angel! I wish you all your heart's desires.