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BANAPPLE IS NOW IN CEBU
I hate it when Paolo raves about something I cannot relate to, one concrete example being his love for Banapple. To his memory, it was a mom & pop restocafe across Ateneo that he and his friends would frequent which catered sinfully good cakes and breakfast meals (P’s favorite of the offerings).
Fortunately for me, his love for Banapple is now something that I can enjoy and share with him as they HAVE FINALLY LANDED IN CEBU!
A mini pop- up offering the best of the best of Banapple is now located at the 3rd floor of Ayala Center Cebu (in between Rai-Rai Ken & Dessert Factory). For now, they are currently offering pasties, pies and an assortment of desserts but make sure to check my site occasionally for more updates!
I haven’t had all their offerings yet but I was able to indulge in their famous banoffee pie and lemme-tell-you, it was so good, I almost licked the container dry. The cream was so good, fluffy and heavy; it was almost hard to believe that a slice of it only cost P130.00. Not to mention the mixture of the coffee crust, bananas and chocolate in between. You don’t’ need to love sweets in order to appreciate this pie. Trust me.
Find out more about them on their official website, Facebook & Instagram page!
See you there,
Issa P.
Taipei Fashion Diary & Tips For Dressing Up On Vacation
I am finally coming to a close with our Taipei adventures and I would like to do so with a simple run through of the outfits I was able to document while we were there.
I tried to be as versatile with my outfits as I could, considering that we weren’t quite sure of how the weather would be while visiting. The forecasts said it would be sunny and rainy so that kind of left me in a pickle. Nevertheless, I made it out alive and with ootds to spare.
Enjoy!
Beret: Cotton On| Tshirt: fashion bazaar| Metallic pleated skirt: H&M| Fishnet socks: Forever21| Sneakers: Vans
Backpacks: Pop District Bazaar
Body suit & trousers: Forever 21/ pants| Glasses: Raohe Night Market
Top & Cover Up: Metro Department Store| Shorts: Uniqlo| Shades: Rayban
Top: Metro Department Store| Trousers: Vero Moda
Top: GU| Jogging pants: Adidas
Here are some tips to keep in mind when packing and dressing for your trips:
1. Create your itinerary BEFORE packing
2. Do NOT pack cheap sneakers.
I made the mistake of packing P250.00 department store sneakers because they matched my outfits more than walking shoes did. BIG MISTAKE. Comfort over style lagi.
3. If the weather is iffy (jumping between sunny & rain showers), just be safe and pack a light sweater or cover up.
4. You may think a plastic poncho is cute but it’s hot in there.
5. Don’t under pack thinking “I’ll buy something there”. Instead pack around 2 extra outfits.
I initially thought I would under pack so I had a reason to shop but the outfits you wear when travelling and when you get home are completely different so I wouldn’t suggest it. I did end up wearing a shirt I bought at GU but that’s only because I wanted to match the graffiti wall outside our building. Other than that, I bought clothes that I wanted to wear to events and not something I most likely wouldn’t wear when I got home.
What are your dressing/ packing tips when on vacay?
x,
Issa P.
p.s. We head out to MATI on Saturday!
Shop With Gifts Less Ordinary
It’s that time of the year again where our favorite shopping places are slowly filling up with people in preparation for one of the most festive times of the year, Christmas. With all that Christmas shopping that about to go on, I’ve developed the habit of saving myself time and money by simply doing my shopping online. Mid to late October is the perfect time to get a head start on your shopping so you don’t end up spending all your money in one piece and you don’t have to worry about the delivery time.
And while there are a ton of E-commerce websites out there, sometimes it’s nice to step out of the ordinary and get your loved ones something that will leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for personalized gifts, baby gifts, wedding gifts and even gifts for men, GiftsLessOrdinary might just be the perfect place for you!
The hardest one’s to shop for, in my opinion, are babies and boys- mostly because they either don’t want anything or cost a fortune to shop for (which is probably why I never get Paolo anything. lol). I took it upon me to try and find the best gifts for these two categories and I was pleasantly surprised to find a handful of good pieces which made me wonder why I had never thought about these items before.
See for yourself:
Personalized posters for girls & boys
Personalized cuff link tray & watch stand
To be honest, the prices are a little bit on the higher end of the spectrum but then again, you can’t put a price on love! Also, considering that these items are customized, there’s a little bit more love put into it so I wouldn’t mind that much.
What are your thoughts about personalized gifts and what are your favorite items from Gifts Less Ordinary?
xx,
Issa P.
[Vlog] Huge Metro Department Store Haul
Went a little shopping crazy this weekend during the 35th Anniversary Sale at Metro Department Store and here’s the stuff I bought. I wasn’t very smart…. but at least I got my family some early christmas gifts, right?
Let me know what you would want to see in the comments below!
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Christmas Gift Ideas with Metro Department Store
The city’s biggest department store is celebrating 35 fruitful years of providing Cebuano shoppers with good finds, awesome deals and best prices with a huge weekend sale starting October 13-15, 2017. With up to 50% off on all items as a part of their thank you gift, shoppers will not only have the opportunity to shop for the freshest produce, the most trendy fashion items and cheapest appliances but 35 lucky shoppers will also get the chance to win P35,000.00 worth of gift certificates!
And since the Christmas season is slowly approaching, I thought it would be the best time for me to scour my favorite racks of the Metro Department stores to find gifts for my loved ones. This way, I get to save money and I also get to avoid the Christmas rush. Here are some of the gifts I bought the different people of my life:
For the make up lover
(From bottom left) Ever Bilena eyebrow pencil @ P 120.00| Ever Bilena Pro Flawless Finish Foundation @ P185.00| Ever Bilena dipliner @ P 170.00| Ever Bilena blush on @ P 110.00| Ever Bilena eye lashes @ P195.00 P117.00| Ever Bilena concealer stick @ P150.00| Ever Bilena liquid lipstick @ P185.00| Ever Bilena eye shadow palette @ P165.00| Careline Matte Liquid Lipstick @ P195.00| Unicorn cosmetic bag – P99.00 P89.10| Biore cleansing foam @ P299.00| Shell earrings @ P69.50 P55.96| Turban @ P79.00 P71.00| Ever Bilena Advance liquid lipstick @ P180.00
For the boyfriend
Outdoor tent good for 4 people @ P 1, 169.00 P869.00
For mom
Grendha casual slippers @ P 1,295.00 P 1,165.00
For the sibling
Jansport medium sized bag @ P 1,990.00 P 1, 791.00
For lolo & lola
Fleece blanket – P299.00 P199.00
For the little fashionista
Style Me Up Nautical Jewelry Maker @ P399.00 P 359.77
I’ll be doing a VIDEO haul of all the things that I got during my little shopping trip so make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel for updates!
Make sure to visit your nearest Metro while the sales are ongoing for your chance to score great discounts and get a chance to win P35,000.00 worth of GC’s. See you there!
What do you guys think of my gift ideas?
Issa P.
How To Style: Mesh & Track Pants
I expressed my love for the resurfacing 90’s trend in several previous posts and the fandom just isn’t dying any time soon! Can this trend just never die? I know most people my age hate it but surprisingly, I have no problems dressing younger than I actually am. lol.
My good friend was celebrating her birthday with a 90’s theme and I couldn’t pass of the opportunity to dress up as Sporty Spice. Kids, if you don’t know who she is… GOOGLE is your best friend! You are welcome. To be honest, Mel B wasn’t particularly my favorite Spice Girl but I always affiliated myself with her the most and let’s be real, when was I ever the girly type?
Heads up, I am currently stocking up on mesh pieces because I want to do a styling video so once I get all the quirks fixed, you’ll catch it on this blog!
Mesh top- Forever 21| Sports Bra- Old Navy| Track pants – Adidas| Sneakers- Vans| Aviator glasses- Forever 21
Also, I have 2 hair colors in this post. WOWZA!
Girl Power,
Issaplease
The Crotch-less Bathing Suit & Why I Hate It + Costabella & Cebu Yacht Club Photo Diary
I don’t understand this season’s obsession with crotches and long arm holes- I FUCKING HATE IT! And yet I was dumb enough to try the trend out anyways. I really am a schmuck. But curiosity got the best of me and I succumbed to the trend for the heck of it. So ladies and gents, if you’ve never seen it (in which you haven’t), here is my crotch in all it’s glory. I don’t know why anyone would possibly want to see it but I’m showing it to you anyways! ?
So my family and I took a trip to Costabella and then Cebu Yacht club for dinner which was when I decided to take my scandalous one piece suit out. Now, I don’t know if it’s a body issue thing or a personal space issue, but wearing this particular piece made me feel more naked than actually being naked so it’s a no go for me.
Here are some reasons why I disliked- hated this piece:
1. It showed off my nipples – there was sufficient amount of blurring of certain areas because this suit came with no paddings. Don’t get me wrong, the fabric was a beautiful corduroy-esque stretchy material but god, if I wanted people to see my nipples, I would never have bothered to invest in padded bras.
2. It covered very little of my frontal area – well obviously, as it is a crotchless bathing suit, but that’s the risk I took when I bought the damn thing.
3. It covered very little of my back area – “Do you want to see the moon? Well, you’re gonna!”
4. You need to get a wax before wearing this piece.
I can easily see how this piece could be an empowering article of clothing that every woman could need in their life and I’m all about that… just not on me. Maybe I’m a little old fashioned and I like keeping whatever ought to be hidden, hidden and well, if I wanted to be naked, I should have just done it right away.
So why did I buy this suit anyways if I knew I was gonna hate it? Because you can’t fully wear a suit at the dressing room of Forever 21 and I REALLY wanted to know what I looked like in it.
Forever the fashion victim,
Issa, puh-lease
There’s Something For You At The Metro Sidewalk Sale
Calling all shoppers! Your favorite Metro Department Stores & Supermarkets are celebrating their annual Sidewalk Sale starting today, September 15 up to Sunday, September 17. It’s an all- out markdown extravaganza with huge slashes on prices from grocery goods, clothes, appliances, furniture and much more!
There’s an old Cebuano belief that goes, “there’s something for you at the Metro!” (HAHA!) and this belief does not go without truth! I spent the entire day there scouring every bit and corner to show you guys the best finds there and here they are:
For Mom
(or even your sister, aunts and/or girl friends)
Metro knows you work extra hard at keeping everything and everyone in order so for this sale, expect great discounts on grocery items, household items, and even early Christmas presents!
For Dad
(or the man/ men of your life)
Whether you’re spoiling your father, brother, boyfriend or husband- there’s always something cheap and interesting that he will surely enjoy! Make sure you drop by the 2nd basement to check out the appliance and power tool section and their huge discounts.
For the health junkies
Whether you’re shopping for healthy food to stock up on or preparing for your next visit to the gym or in the great outdoors- there are so many great and cheap finds at Metro!
Young Couples
BTW, welcome to the married life! I’m sure there’s a lot you can add to your growing home and where else can you get your appliances but at the Metro! They have great, affordable and quality appliances which you and your family can enjoy for years to come!
p.s. I bought a toaster, an induction cooker wok and an iron! 😀
For the travel blogger/ vlogger, adrenaline and adventure seekers
Looking for a thrill? Metro has everything you need to jump start your adventure! Check out their tent prices for an awesome time.
Fashionistas
How could I ever forget about you/ us? Metro’s selection of make up are flowing at the brim and you can bet that your favorites brands are on sale! So whether you’re stalking up for yourself, to give as a gift or to include in an Youtube video- rest assured you can find it there!
For the whiz in the kitchen
For the rising Youtube star
Are you a singer or do you like to do challenges? You’ll be surprised to find what you’ll discover along the racks of Metro! Don’t forget to subscribe to me!
Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Maybe these might help!
As part of the fun, six (6) 32gb iPhone 7 smartphones and six (6) 32gb Apple TVs will also be given away to Metro’s lucky shoppers. Metro truly makes shopping easier with one-stop value-for-money services while offering premium merchandise sold at the most affordable prices.
For more information on The Metro Sidewalk Sale, please visit their website. You can also like and follow their Facebook page and their Instagram.
Loving Your Body [Shot by Hub Pacheco]
I don’t know why it’s taken me so long to post these or any sets of photos that I’ve recently done over the year but these photos are waaay overdue.
A good friend on mine, Hub Pacheco and I, decided to meet up in Manila while I was there for my Chicken, Pork, Adobo Christimas party. It was such a relief seeing a familiar face while I was there as I was definitely outside of my comfort zone. Speaking of comfort zones, this shoot was also one of them.
I’m not fond of intimate shoots purely for the reason that it leaves the onlookers with nothing else to look at but myself. When you’re shooting an outfit photo, there are so many things that come into play- I make you look at a beautiful photo with beautiful backdrops and clothes to match. In a shoot like this, it’s just me and I honestly don’t know how I feel about that.
It also doesn’t help that I have gained about 20 lbs since these photos were taken.
But through weight gain and a slow road to self acceptance, I have learned that weight is something you can gain and lose as you please- self love and confidence is something you gain overtime and it’s not something that should come and go like your BMI. So I have always chosen to love myself because I owe myself THAT much and ykw, I do!
Also, wine makes me sleepy.
Issa P.
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