Sundate (feat. Sammy Dress Heels)

My ideal Sunday looks like this:

Going to Mass with my family then having lunch at Grandma's while I play with my favorite nephew, Basty. The fact that my granny will stay in the US for quite long and that I could barely go home on weekends now, with Sunday meals comprising mainly fastfood eaten in a very fast manner just so I can resume studying again, somehow makes me sad. Third year med school is slowly causing me to deviate from my usual norms of comfortable living; but then, this really is what taking the road less traveled entails.   

Last week, I met up with my friend, Churchille, who just arrived from Singapore.

I haven't seen her for ages and it's such a shame how I was only able to spare her 20 minutes of my study time before I rushed to church for Mass. I am such a cool and loving friend. Yes. :|

Promise, I'll make it up to you soon Chillypink!

Anyway, here's what I wore on that day:

rabbit cocktail ring from Chemjoy

hairtie from Aupie.com | spiked denim vest from Rackeight

lace skirt from Sheinside

nude pumps from Sammydress

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| denim vest: Rackeight | skirt: Sheinside | hairtie: Aupie | ring: Chemjoy | handbag: Gucci | heels: Sammydress | 

| photos by Ralph Delfin |

I was in the mood for a sweet, girly number so I utilized lace and nude colors as the basic elements. The punk nature of this spiked, denim vest from Rackeight could be so deceiving that one might pair it with graphic leggings or ripped jeans by default. So I decided to match it with soft, earthy pieces like this lace skirt from Sheinside (that I also wore in this post), a tan handbag, and these nude pumps from Sammydress. They're my favorite pair so far and I love the fact that they're just of medium-height. That's style and comfort rolled into one. :)

I polished the look with a velvet hairtie from Aupie.com and this cutesy rabbit cocktail ring from Chemjoy.

Sporting something that's not as colorful as what I usually wear is such a breath of fresh air. 

Hope you liked it too!

Head over these websites. I'm sure you'll find lots of nice stuff!

  

  

  

Much love,

Mela

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Purpose and Path

It took me nearly two years to realize the difference between the two.

Purpose is the final destination.

Path is the road going there.

I've always been the goal-oriented type but sometimes I get engrossed with a certain path that despite the obvious humps and hazards, I still continue to fight my way forward just to stay on that path. Even if the path isn't anymore leading me to my original purpose. Even if there are safer and more pleasant paths in sight. 

I have journeyed on the wrong path for so long and have encountered more than enough troubles because of it. Now, all I really want is to quit and take another path--other paths that could lead me closer to my purpose. I know I sound trivial but don't worry, this isn't about medschool and being a doctor. Heeee.

 At this point, all I really want is to be at peace and to learn how to properly apply liquid liner on my upper lids. Promise, I didn't mean this to be overdone. :|

| vest: thrift find | shorts: Urban Outfitters | vintage backpack: Gucci | shoes: Asian Vogue | photos by Jeph Delfin |

Aaaah, this will always be my comfort hymn.
 I'll be watching Serendipity tonight until I fall asleep. 

Sweet dreams, everyone! :) 

Much love,

Mela

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No Place Like Home

Hello, dearies!

Let me take a break from the Office Girl Series on the first day of this very special month. I can't believe that it's barely two months before summer--so many things to accomplish, so little time! I wish I can still cope with all my school (and blog) requirements piling up. 

I almost forgot that I have this post on my blog drafts. These photos were taken just at the beginning of the semestral break last October. I must have been so preoccupied with sponsored posts and collabs that I took this one for granted. I love who and what I am right now and I am forever thankful for all the support that you guys have been giving; but sometimes missing what I used to be couldn't be helped. Leaves and trees at the background, recycled clothes for outfit posts, borrowed stuff from Mom, and just me, my passion, and my brother at the back of the camera. That simple--no pressure, no one to impress.

At home, there is no Mela--just the Ate Camille who leaves the bed almost always at lunchtime, who eats like a jaded laborer and spends hours at the bathroom. Yes, they all love me like that (although I'm really working hard to be less of a burden, swear to God). I will never ever trade that carefree feeling of being at home with my family. :)

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| top: random brand | jeans: Aeropostale | platforms: SM Parisian | Gucci bag: borrowed from Mom | photos by: Ralph Delfin |

What do you think of my "modified" header and sidebar?
Gahhh, I seriously need help.
Anyway, happy Month of Hearts everyone!


Much love,
Mela

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