Happy Feet

I got a very quick lesson in Photoshop today so I thought I'd try it out and play around with some of my ballet flats. I never knew how fun and addicting it could be! I could easily lose a day editing photos on this 'app'. Uh-oh!

(Tutum ballerina flats, Fioni patent-tip flats, Staccato bendable black flats)

The ones on top are my new glittery pair from Tutum shoes. Their great for Sundays ('church day') with a nice 'flowy' dress. Who said flats have to be horrid? I used to say I didn't have a decent pair of flats to take around with me, so thank you to Tutum for starting my flat shoes collection! 

Though killer heels will always be my first love, I think that every girl needs a good pair of reliable flats. I wouldn't want to encourage anyone twisting their ankles walking the streets of Manila for the sake of fashion. And with the abundance of flat shoes out there nowadays, I'm sure it would be easy to find a pair that's right for you. 

Classic, safe bets are always Chanel & Tory Burch flats but if your budget doesn't allow for such luxuries, there are many other options out there (as seen above). Bazaars are always a good place to find one-of-a-kind pieces.

If you know other places to find cute flats, share them in the comment box below! 

Have a happy (feet) Monday guys!

*photo credit: Aljan Lorenzo*

Inspiration: Sunday Market

This takes dressing up for the market to a whole new level. Vogue Mexico's February issue shows us every girl's dress-up fantasies come to life - being a real life 'Barbie' girl. I definitely wish I had this girl's wardrobe. 

Styling: Sarah Gore-Reeves

Model: Constance Joblonski

Photography: Jean Francois Campos

Maybe this will inspire you to dress up for the grocery store too. If you see me in a gown in Rustans, you'll know na why! ;-)

It's in the jeans

(MNG shades, Stockholm brand jacket, Miss Sixty jeans, Aldo heels)

Jeans are a staple to every wardrobe but not necessarily the easiest to piece to shop for. This is because there are so many options to choose from that fit different body types. So you really need to know what works best for you. A nice pair of jeans can really be so sexy and flattering on a woman.

If you have no idea where to start, you can always head to the malls and check out what's available and affordable for you. That's what I did when I heard Miss Sixty finally came to Manila. Robinson's Manila, to be exact. They are on the Ground floor across Mango - which is also where I got my glasses that same night. 

If you wanna pull of an 'I was in a rush/carefree/sexy' outfit, then jeans are definitely a good option to go for. Just don't forget to try them on before you buy them!

Good luck jean-shopping!

Photo credit: Aljan Lorenzo

Welcoming 2012

Just as Christmas was spent in the Uy residence, New Year's eve was no different. Well, aside from all the fireworks of course.  Robbie, being the big kid that he is, was in charge of lighting up all the fireworks while 'Lau' and I watched from a distance.

Fact: I am afraid of fireworks. They are nice to watch from a distance but that's as close as my appreciation gets.

And just as every Filipino family has their traditions for the new year, we had ours too. Laureen wore a red dress with jade necklaces for good luck, while I wore a polka dot, orange top since it is said to be this year's lucky color. I also jumped at midnight in hopes that I might get a little bit taller. haha! Hey, don't ask me. I just figured it wouldn't hurt.

I tried to convince everyone to just stay in bed and watch dvds with me after the countdown since I was sick but I was outnumbered four to one. Next thing I knew I was in a sequined top ready for another night out in Manila. *see photos here* I really need to learn to stand my ground better! Oh well. I have a whole new year to work on that resolution. I hope this one sticks.

Happy New Year everyone! I wish you all peace, love, and happiness this year.

 ❤N.

Christmas at the Uys

The Uy kids getting ready to open gifts.

Zara suspenders for Robbie.

haha! Vice is so silly talaga!

Vince had no choice. My gift to him was a Twitter account!

 Got some colored tights amongst other things.

My first noche buena. :-) Yummy!

My first Christmas with the Uys. I'm unofficially Nicole Andersson-Uy - I've added so many hyphens and last names to my name that I can't even keep track. Well, I can but I just think I'd bore you to death so I won't. The pictures speak for themselves. We all had a blast!

Thank you to the Uy family for being such gracious hosts all the time and welcoming us into their family with open arms.