I hate how this happens every August- September, every year, for the past __ years.
Come on, Philippines!
#ReliefPH
Reply
Same Shorts Different Day
I’m an outfit repeater. No shame.
Top: Forever21 (both)| Shorts: Stylish Chique| Watch: iWatchz|
Over the years I’ve grown quite fond of chiffon and would you say… girly pieces?
With chiffon I love how it is instantly equivalent to anything formal or semi-formal at the least.
Plus, I love how it is light weight and I don’t have to worry about getting all sweaty and disgusting.
Chiffon is definitely my quick outfit fix for any occasion.
What’s yours?
xx,
Issa
I Am Not A Workaholic
I am not a workaholic. Because when you’re doing something you FINALLY love, it doesn’t feel so much like work.
I am not a workaholic. Because it is not depriving me of the things that I want… it is supporting it. I thrive for success and I enjoy stress- so I think this is good for me.
I am not a workaholic. Because I have never been so driven in my whole life. I have dreams, yes- but to have an outlet that will lead me to that success has finally been identified and I think that is what motivates me the most.
You know, to one day be able to buy that car, and that house I promised my mom. A home with a lawn where I can watch my kids grow and well, stability and a good life. Because when that time comes, I’d like to think that I deserved it. Because I worked hard for it. Because I put my heart and soul into it.
Maybe sometimes I need to put a filter a bandwidth or some form “rest” but… I don’t think I deprive myself of those worldly wants either. So I’m okay.
Hey, I just bought myself a pretty pink cut out dress… that is me rewarding myself.
Maybe I’ll buy myself a book, too. Or take Casey & Miguel out to a movie. Or finally learn how to cook.
I know this sounds so boring but in my head… I feel like I’m about to throw a BIIIIG party!
#yolo hahahah
Cream of the Crop
Finally some fashion!
My life has been so busy lately. For a while I was job bouncing (jumping from writing to the family business to events and other businesses) until I eventually realized that a steady paying job was one for me.
Whatever pays the bills, right?
But I’m definitely happier now. I love my new job and best of all, I don’t follow a dress code 😛
Blazer: Laundry Clothing| Vneck – Blue Camp| Leopard Shorts: WAGW| Gold Flats: Old Navy| Sports watch: Timex
My eyes are closed in all these photos because I suddenly got allergies in between the shoot. I was literally tearing up while my pictures were being taken.
That’s how much I love this blog and my new “personal” blog: http://www.issatalks.wordpress.com
xx,
Issa
Morning Thoughts
– How does it feel to use dog shampoo? ASK ME! ASK ME!!!
– Why the hell is there a cockroach is my bathroom? And what’ll happen to it if I trapped it under the bucket?
– How did THAT get THERE?
And…
Thank God for new facebook profiles… My old one is like the ultimate JEJ hang out place.
Let me know if you’re looking to be an Island Souvenir… I know some people. HAHAHA
Zalora Unpacking- The Boyfriend Did Some Shoppingg!!
Recently the boyfriend did some online shopping (without me) at Zalora and being the swell guy that he is, he took some photos of his “unboxing” experience and told me all about his wonderful experience.
Things I love: a supportive boyfriend. ❤
Total: 2,547.00 (free shipping fee)
First of all, don’t even bother asking me what he was doing on Zalora to begin with. But trust me, he’s been raving about them ever since.
Paolo doesn’t like to walk around the malls a lot (typical guy) so I guess online shopping is the perfect outlet for him. If there’s one thing that he likes about Zalora is their collection and how they have cheap and classy yet subtly stylish shoes.
He also loves the fact that they go on crazy cheap sales and that he can spend P2,000.00 on 4 pairs of shoes!
Hawk Footwear – P795.00
Sneakers Slip On – P 668.00
Loafers – Php 639.00
Hawk footwear – Php 695.00
Also, guys are definitely not the types who are willing to do meet ups and all that fuss. Quite honestly, if I could eliminate meet ups completely, I would but… a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do.
With Zalora, they deliver it straight to your doorstep and you can choose if you either want to pay in advance or pay upon delivery. The options I think are very convenient!
Now Paolo has 4 new shoes to add to his collection of shoes that are practically all of the same hue (hehe. I had to say it). I can tell he’s happy with them and I’m sure he’s bound to go back for more. Hopefully this time, with me in his heart 😉
Have you tried Zalora yet?
xx,
Issa
From AM to PM
The focus of today’s entry will be these shorts. These glorious shorts from Trendable PH.
Basically what my lazy as always self was trying to do was use these shorts as my main piece and just try to work around it to create a day- night look. And yes, this time I have pictures for proof! (Disclaimer: My night photos aren’t as decent as my day photos but what do you expect from a point and shoot camera?)
Day look:
Imitation Raybans: Sutukil| Basic white tank: Forever21| Cardigan: On The Byas| Watch: Fossil| Shorts: Trendable PH| Sneakers: Converse
Forever a Chucks girl!
Last Friday was an extraordinarily busy day for me. I was overwhelmed with meetings and back-to-back events that I didn’t have the necessity to go home and change.
So what does a busy bee like me do? Simple, OVER STUFF MY BAG WITH LOTS OF CLOTHES! Sike. Just extra heels and a blazer!
Blazer: Laundry Clothing| Heels: Celine
I definitely think the blazer fixed all my fashion woes that day. And might I add, Laundry Clothing did an exceptional job at making sure I didn’t look like trailer trash for my event that evening. (THANKS A LOT, GUYS! :D)
It took me a long time to finally invest in a good blazer (my bad. No, my wallets bad) but I finally have one and for anyone who’s hoping to get a quick fashion fix, blazers are definitely the best way to go. I’m pretty sure it gave my look the upscale and sophistication it needed for that evenings event.
Oh, and look who it is! It’s BABEFORFOOD! Thanks for taking my photos again ^_^
Come back tomorrow or the next or ’til I get the chance to blog again to find out where we went and what we did that night!
xx,
Issa
Swap & Wear: The Swap Party with Tomato Time
Last Saturday, I along with my other fellow bloggers, were invited to check out one the newest fashion crazes to hit Cebu- Swap watches by Tomato Time. The event was held at Alcology and was organized by Crinnovent Corp. (hi Ms. Jodie! Thanks again for the invite!)
And although it was not only raining but also flooding in Cebu, I’m proud to say that a lot of Cebuanos were still able to make it to the event… even if most of us were a bit late. (ehem* ehem* guilty!)
Now about the product. Drum roll, please!
Swap watches by Tomato Time
Swap watches are the newest fashion trend to hit the City. Having been released in Manila for a while now, they have already caught the attention of other bloggers and personalities in the area.
What makes this product unique from the others is your ability to mix and match it with anything and everything according to your outift, mood or personality.
The set mainly compromises of the watch face and strap that comes in different designs and colors from a gold watch face, to a mirrored one and endless colors of straps to choose from.
Not only are they versatile pieces, they are also hella affordable! With the watch faces costing at P500.00 and straps at P350.00, it’s easy for anyone to get addicted to it and well… throw their own watch party!
The Cebu Fashion Bloggers were lucky enough to be given a free set (perks!) but for those who are interested, they are available to the public for P1,000.00 which includes 2 straps and a watch face.
Screenshot from @beautyormadness with Yves Caminge and Rabsin dela Cruz
For my watch, I opted to go for a bright red strap with a mirror face. I thought it stood out with what I was wearing that night and well, who doesn’t love red, right?
Check it out!
Dress: Forever21| Heels: Celine
Swap Watches by Tomato time are located at SM City Cebu, Mandaue front KFC. By the way, they have an amazing staff!
I couldn’t contain myself that I bought a second strap so Paolo and I can mix and match. We even share watches now-well, this watch at least. Yeah, we’re that couple. harhar.
You can add like them on facebook here,
Follow them on instagram here,
or check out their website here.
A special thanks to Paul Gotiong for these photos!
See you at the next party!
xx,
Issa
The Wall (And Other MYOH Pictures)
As you’ve all heard me say a couple of hundred times already, I was part of this years Make Your Own Havaianas at the SM Northwing last July 18- 21, 2013.
I’ve also mentioned being assigned at the Interactive Zone of the set up which was basically an area where everyone was encouraged to let their imaginations run wild.
Here are some of my favorite shots:
Of course my own doodle comes first 😉
By Raki Vega’s friend
Someone is extremely sad.. about loving himself. HAR.
By Kristine Roa of http://www.theglamarazzi.com
By Marco Diala of http://www.philippinestreetfashion.com
Blue Bacon by Justinne of http://www.babeforfood.blogspot.com
My favorite! HAVANAS special Christmas edition by Luis Quibranza of Bethany and Sun Star
By Bee Urgello
Definitely one of my favorites. HAHAHA
And here’s us! 🙂
‘Til next year! 🙂
How was your MYOH2013 experience?
xx,
Issa
Make Your Own Havaianas 2013 (From the working lines)
Hey everyone, I know it’s supposed to be a #throwbackthursday today but I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to blog about my experience at the Make Your Own Havaianas 2013 event (aka #MYOH13) especially since I’m not just a regular walk-in customer!
This year I applied to be a part of the MYOH13 team and by the looks of it, I was lucky enough to get hired!
Here are pictures of me assembling my very own pair of Havaianas slippers complete with this years’ pins. And believe me, the best part of it wasn’t picking out my design- it’s getting to keep the slippers I designed. Yey!
I got assigned at the Interactive Zone where my partner and I man the “freedom wall” and the “yarn wall” (for the lack of a better term). Most of the time, we’re pretty much busy capping permanent markers, getting ink on our hands and helping out customers.
Keep posted, I have a very special dedication for this wall 😉
This years special edition design by Filipino Graphic Designer, Dan Matutina (aka twistedfork).
These pair are the first commemorative glow-in-the-dark slippers for Make Your Own Havaianas and since they are special edition, they will only be available during the event.
These babies are selling like hot pancakes and I must say, they look super cute with a lime green/ fuschia strap 😉
By Eli Razo
Last Wednesday was the Media launching of Make Your Own Havaianas 2013 and we definitely celebrated with a bang. We had a lot of guests over, media and fun performances from street magicians, stilt walkers, balloon formers, etc. and trying to stay true to this years theme: “Imagination”
Btw, there was food. And LOOOTS of it!
We only got to tast the large hot air balloon cake and although I’m not a lot to have sweets, I’d still say it was the best cake I have ever had! Now I have to find out who made it @.@
We are located at the SM Northwing from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm starting today (Wednesday) until Sunday.
Price ranges from P845.00 up.
We also accept Mastercard and Visa credit cards.
Suggested times to go: lunch time and afternoons around 4:00 😉
See you guys there!
xx,
Issa
Issa Talks... Alot 