La Belle Rose

Like any other girl, I love getting flowers. 

Boys have no idea how even just a simple flower can transform a girl's random day into something extraordinary. Sometimes I think that I'm a hopeless romantic boy trapped in a girl's body. I always have crazy surprises in mind and I hope that I could put them all to good use for the right person when the right time comes. :)

As for now, here's an extra special outfit post featuring this floral dress from Sheinside.

I couldn't think of a sweeter way to wear this dress than to just wear it as it is. I loved the silky feel on my skin and the thin petticoat underneath that made the dress bounce as I walked. This is something that I'd definitely love to wear on a dinner date or to a wedding. Because the dress was too pretty, I didn't bother much on accessories except for a few gold details like this gold cocktail ring from Chemjoy.com.

Just to show that the above set of photos was already my second attempt on having this outfit photographed. Boo. I had camera, lighting and OC issues at first but thanks to my mom for being so patient. Here's a lucky shot from that shoot. 

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| dress: Sheinside | gold cocktail ring: Chemjoy.com | photos by Ralph Delfin | 

If you liked this dress, you can get it at Sheinside via the banner below. Be sure to hit the Chemjoy.com banner as well. There are lots of pretty stuff on their website!

   

Much love,

Mela

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Figure Skirting

This is what happens when my inner '50s goddess gets awakened.
Sometimes it's just refreshing to dress like you came from another decade.
I've always seen trends as ever-reincarnating and innovating; and the revival of the '50s fashion is something that I've been wishing to happen. In this generation of cutouts, short shorts and bandage dresses, being trendy may mean wearing prints on prints and bright colors but going back to the '50s just proves that we can still look fashionable in sweet pastels and long A-line skirts without exposing much skin.

This Teapot Lounge Tee from Traffic People actually set the '50s mood for me. If you happen to browse their website, almost all of their collections are in whites or pastels--perfect for days when you feel like being a sweet, girly-girl.

The fair, windy weather ushered my artsy side as well.

I especially loved how this maxi skirt from Choies created various figures as I twirled around.

This is actually on of my favorites OOTDs. Taking these photos was so much fun! And would you believe that my mom was behind these photographs?

Completed this vintage look with a turban and my favorite Prada-esque sunnies.

I added some gold accents for a little boho touch. This cocktail ring from

Chemjoy.com is such a stunner. Apart from cutouts and bejeweled details, it's also very affordable at only $1.99! Chemjoy.com has the prettiest accessories with the lowest prices. They offer FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING too!

Lookie lookie, the skirt just formed mini ocean waves and a flower!

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 | top: Traffic People | cocktail ring: Chemjoy.com | bangles: Maruyog Charms | maxi skirt: Choies | heels: So! Fab | 
| photos by my mom | 

I hope you enjoyed this post!
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Much love,
Mela

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Viva Vintage

My first week of school was a bit rough.
As much as I was so eager to have sleepless nights spent with studying bones and muscles, I had study-less nights instead. Last school year's unfinished extracurricular duties badly haunted me--consuming even my lunchbreaks. Sometimes I wish I kept my passion for journalism to myself since Day One. But since I committed myself to this already, might as well make the most of it. :)

Phew! On a lighter note, I finally received this beautiful vintage dress from Fleet Collection!
Well, it's not totally vintage. It's vintage with a twist! 1950's fashion was about midi skirts and dresses with puffy sleeves. This dress may have cutout details at the back but I never felt so bare because its length ran down to my knees. That's why I've always adored Fleet Collection's sweet and classy dresses. Their designs are all-original and handmade, hence, you can always feel their love all the way from L.A.

I decided to stick with nude and basic shades like black and white for my accessories.

It's not difficult to style vintage pieces, really. Just think of Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe or Zooey Deschanel in New Girl and you'll get by effortlessly. You don't have to steal fake flowers from your living room like I did, though. HAHA. Promise, I just took them out for outfit post purposes. 

Kids, DO NOT TRY THIS OUTSIDE HOME.

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| dress:  Fleet Collection | bangles: ForMe | heels: SO! Fab | photos by Ralph Delfin |

How did your first week go?

Let's all hope for better weeks to come, yes? :D

Much love,

Mela

P.S. This is also an entry to IFB Project #103 : Vintage Vixens

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Tutti Frutti

One of the easiest go-to looks is sporty chic.

Now, "sporty chic" mustn't necessarily look like your usual gym outfit. 

It's a comfortable and effortless ensemble made classy by a key piece--high heels.

All you need is a loose top or jersey shirt paired with short shorts. 

Some finish everything off with a baseball cap or sunnies. But like every signature look, never ever forget the key piece--high heels. You can choose from pumps, t-straps, platforms, ankle-straps--anything except running shoes. Though sneaker wedges can be an exception, it's always best to wear heels to channel that sporty vibe in a less stereotypical manner.

This is my version of sporty chic.

What do you think?

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| top and shorts : thrifted | sunnies: SM Accessories | envelope purse: GIFI Clothing | heels: SO!Fab | photos by my mom |

And because it's awkward taking Instagram photos in the salon, this post is also dedicated to welcome my new hair color for the semester! Yipee.
How do you sport a sporty look?
Post your links below so I can check them out. :)


Much love,
Mela

P.S. This is also an entry to IFB Project #105: What's Your Signature Color

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Better Days Are Ahead

And better photos I hope.

I'm beginning to grow frustration over blurry photos and DSLR settings. 

I swear I did all the best that I could to salvage them via photo processing but the images still look very soft and overexposed. I hope that you guys will still be with me in this time of blogging tribulation. 

I will not stop until I figure this thing out. Promise. :)

| top: c/o cousin Paola | skater skirt: DIY | shoes: So! Fab | photos by John and Jeph Delfin |
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Because it's spring on the other side of the world, I came up with a spring-inspired weekend outfit.
This sure will look good with a floral crown but I decided to make the look more edgy with a pseudo-side shave. Blogger friends Kookie Buhain, Em Trava and Gizelle Faye have been rockin' this hairstyle for quite some time so I wanted to try it myself by sweeping all of my hair to one side, taking advantage of my wide forehead. I'm certainly not bold enough to get half of my head shaved but I think I'll need a haircut one of these days. Hairstyle suggestions, please? :)


Much love,
Mela

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