OLD SCHOOL

This  is what I wore during my photo shoot for my first fashion blog (naks! feel na feel?): A silk midriff button down top and a blue vintage high-waist pants. I've been looking for this kind of pants for the longest time and lucky me, alas! I bought it after I gave birth last year and buried it in my closet for a year.    

 

The first remark I earned from this ensemble as I walked down the street of Amorsolo St. Makati with my one of closest officemate: "What's happening with you? The blue pants, it's so old school!". Hahaha.Whatever it takes. Even if my belly's tucked in for 8 hours - *wink*.

 

The cropped midriff silk top has a satin linings to make the bottom hem and shoulder area a bit heavier for a more structured look. The gold vintage buttons creates a certain vintage vibe and acts as accessory to the top as well.

1980's vibes.

I don't accessorize a lot. I just add these gold pearl earrings to finish the simple classic look.

Midriff Floral Top - Thrifted

High-waist blue pants - Thrifted

Shoes - asianvogueshop

Earrings - SM accesories
Photo: Sam

See you around :)


Ciao,
Happy Chic

UNDER A PILE OF CLOTHES

By this time, Filipinos have already embraced the culture of thrift shopping or "ukay-ukay" in Filipino term. But some might be still hesitant to adapt this practice because of EGO and SANITATION.The "icky" feeling is there; the embarrassment you feel that someone might see you; perception that thrift shops are for people who don't have money to buy new clothes and so on. On a lighter note, some are just uncomfortable with the idea of wearing clothes that have been worn by someone they don't know. You can just imagine searching through the racks of unwanted dusty garments that collectively formed an unpleasant smell. And what adds more to this is that some thrift stores present themselves in a disheartening manner: FILTHY, HORRIBLE INVENTORY, LACK OF DECENT DRESSING ROOM and BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Given a supreme effort, however, some things may not be the same thing anymore. Just think of these words: treasure hunting, surprises, environment friendly (recycling), quality and price, practicality, bonding and timeless charm. A little advise: CHOOSE the thrift shop you are planning to go into for the first time because it might discouraged you to shop for the second time :)

To give you some encouraging pat on the shoulder, let me share to you what I found during my unplanned quick visit in a thrift store at Monumento.

See for yourself :)

My sudden craving for bright colored eye catching clothing pieces started out when I found this Italian blazer 3 weeks ago. I gasped the moment I saw it. Hell yeah, THIS IS MINE OVER MY SEXY(?) BODY! I excitedly tried it on only to get frustrated. Too big but I bought it anyways. This baby deserves a new owner with compassionate heart who will treat her with tender loving care, shower with ariel anti-bac laundry detergent, indulge with the luxurious fragrance of downy conditioner and iron her to make her crease free.

Moving forward, the crisp tailored cut gives that  "uhhmmpp" sexiness even on a pair of jeans; it's bold summery colors blended well together while the black thick lines and houndstooth cuff adds contrast to the overall design of the fabric.  

Aspring model-modelan: Samantha ;)

  

Accentuated with playful big orange buttons just like frosting in cake. 

And speaking of cakes, my co-worker Samantha  has a food blog open for 24 hours :) She bakes heavenly homemade bridadeiros a.k.a choco fudge truffles. You can message her for orders. Believe me, I'm not a fan of  pastries not until I tasted it. This is not a paid advertisement :)

Sam's shoes is new, obvious ba?

Blazer - Thrifted, Sam's new baby :)

Pants and Shoes - Sam's

This marks as my first fashion blog ever.
There will be a lot of outfit post after this.
And oh did I tell you that thrift shopping is addictive?


Ciao,
 Happy Chic

CUE WORDS

What do you the call the phenomenon of a split second rush of overloaded ideas followed by a sudden drop of energy? It is called "I-must-note-down-and-execute-them-one-by-one-or-else-i'll-be-whacked-from-doing-nothing" or in equivalent Filipino expression "drawing-lang naman, napagod pa?" Seriously, I had a lot of things jammed in my fickle mind. And everyday, it piles up whenever I want to do or try something new but end up doing nothing.Sigh..Time is too expensive to waste and I'm losing millions already!I should have bought a house by now.haha.

Moving on, as I commit myself to make use of my precious time VERY wisely, let me roll down the cues of the things that will remind me every time  I'm in my forgetful self. (drum roll please.)

1. 51 classes on english proficiency.
2. Dressmaking short courses.
3. Thrift shopping.
4. Vintage garments.
5. Budget proposal-DONE
6. DREAM HOUSE.
7. Logic.
8. Ebay
9. Photos and photo albums
10. Exercise.
11. ORGANIZE.
12. DIY project.
13. Siblings.
14. Budget.
15. SAVINGS.
16. Photography.
17. Forbidden credit card swipes.
18. COOK.
19. FAMILY DAY..
20. Shakes.
21. Travel.
22. Airfare sale.
23. File.
24. Insurance.
25. Bank account.
26. 1'1 I.D picture 
27. Patience, patience and patience.
28. Body Massage.
29. Hair color.
30. Foot spa.
31. CLEAN.
32. Drink.
33. Socialize.
34. Friends.
35. SMILE.
36. COMPLIMENT.
37. TIME MANAGEMENT.
38. PRIORITIZE.
39. CHOOSE.

Oh yes, I'm done with no. 39! And I choose no. 37 :)

Still, my lifetime commitment as a mother and a wife is the most important duty I have right now. Well, I'll just have to slot in some of these things in my spare time, take it one at a time and splash it with confidence!

For the meantime, let me finish first my 2-week overdue work papers which I am now tagged as "WANTED:DEAD OR ALIVE".

Ciao,

Happy Chic

SUMMER IS AS BRIGHT AS NEON

Summer is as bright as neon but not as hot like fire! This is the time when I wanted to manipulate the weather or just call Storm to do the job. But for now, let us beat the heat and lounge in a pool of water just like we did.

This indoor pool costs P2,500.

I just thought that lifeguards should wear neon trunks just like Jamie did :) 

 He's too excited to swim.

 

 

Not bad for a first timer.

man-made shark!

 

Alas! more photographs.more exposure.haha. 

 

 

  Sorry Mr.Spiderman, you can't swim :)

Happiness is being able to capture moments of excitement :)

How about you? How did you spend your weekend?

Hugs, 

Happy Chic

TWO BOYS ARE BETTER THAN ONE

We are off to hospital for jamie's varicella (chicken pox) vaccination today. As I always tell him " lagot yang pwet mo ngayon". It doesn't bother him anyways, not until the nurse shot him from behind. Afterwards, we went to Trinoma to treat our little  baby :)

 We ordered french fries at Greenwich;

 and ate our lunch at Super Bowl of China.

Next stop:  Carousel ride.
Jamie needs a little horseback riding with daddy :)

 

Looks like my two boys are having fun :)

 Oh no..it's getting boring. Haha.
Come on down!

 Beware strangers, you might bump with this little playful boy.
He scamper a lot!!

See I told you. Enjoy ang bata di ba?

 Oh no, daddy is running too!

 Daddy is tying up his shoe laces.

Lampin came to the rescue!  He still never stops from wandering around :0

He drank 4 ounces of water.

A little chitchat on the side.

 Time zone at Kidzone.

 

 I wonder where he is getting so much energy he had today.

Some serious matinee idol look.


Daddy is dog-tired (I should be the one!!)

I admit, I'm drained.
But  when you see this adorable boy goofing around and having fun with daddy in one corner -- dog-tired..hahaha.It makes me laugh and savor every moment of it.

Have a great Saturday!


Ciao,
Happy Chic
aka
the honorable photographer