Comic Relief

How to get countless double takes from strangers?
Wear a Batman tunic dress and yellow goggle-like sunnies.
This whole outfit was so much of a scene stealer even if, deep inside, I really felt like just wearing my childhood pajamas with comics/cartoon character prints on them. I love how OMG Fashion produces unique and quirky dresses like this that make girls relive their fond childhood memories.

Of course, the yellow sunnies from Foymall weren't made for nothing. They smell and feel like Lego and I couldn't get enough of them that you might just see yellow instead of my real eyes in my next few outfit posts.

So here goes my own version of a 'playsuit'--literally. ;)

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| retro sunglasses: Foymall | batman tunic dress: OMG Fashion | JC Litas: Asian Vogue | photos by Ralph Delfin |

What do you think?
If you like my Batman dress or want a pair of yellow retro sunnies that smell and feel like Lego, you can visit www.omgfashion.com and click the banner below to shop at Foymall, respectively.

Much love, 

Mela

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Felinity

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| floral crown: Rackeight | dress: Aupie.com | boots: Asian Vogue | photos by Ralph Delfin

I'm not really comfortable with cats around. So it's tad ironic how I'm wearing more and more faces of creatures from the Family Felidae on my tops and dresses lately. There's something tame and delicate about their eyes (plus the fact that they're not alive and moving) that's getting me more hooked with the trend. Thankfully, Aupie.com was very supportive of my growing addiction and was so kind to send over this cat-face print dress.

This is actually a no brainer ensemble. I've been busy and would often just grab whatever I can from my closet. Hence, the cat-face print dress and leopard booties combo. It was so easy to pull-off but of course, I had to let my girly side out somehow with a floral crown from Rackeight. Isn't it such a standout? I know most girls are still hesitant to wear floral headdresses but it's just a matter of mixing and balancing pieces. Aside from this outfit inspiration, try wearing them with your favorite over-sized tee, denim shorts and gladiator sandals for an effortless look.

Follow @rackeight on Instagram and Facebook for more floral crowns and adorable pieces!
This dress is also available in grey so better visit Aupie.com by clicking their banner below. :)

Have a fun weekend, loves!

Much love,

Mela

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Milkmaid

One of the sadder moments in my life was when I forgot to bring my brown satchel with me last weekend.

It was honestly pathetic how sad I was over it...but really. Imagine a bag sitting on the empty space just next to me in the photos below. I wouldn't have looked so alone with an imaginary friend. It would have been sweeter and more retro. :(

Luckily, I had the prettiest neon dress in the world that just so happened to have floral embroidery all over it. I didn't even need to accessorize. It was an accessory of its own. There's something about vintage/retro looks that's been keeping me hooked lately. This time, I was inspired by early-century milkmaids in England. Makeup and hairstyling were easy-peasy because everything I needed was in the

June BDJ Box! My unboxing experience will be posted here soon. 

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| dress: Wholesale7 | Oceans necklace: Fleet Collection | boots: Asian Vogue | lips: Avon Vitaluscious Lipstick | 

| eyes: Revlon Photoready Kajal Intense Eyeliner + Brightener | photos by my mom |

If you haven't heard of Wholesale7 yet, you're missing out. 

They have the cheapest and cutest Korean clothes, shoes, and accessories. You'll be surprised that local online shops, stores and boutiques might be getting supplies from them too. What huge savings it is to make a direct purchase! Check out their newest collection for Spring 2013 and sale items under $4. 

You can also find this dress there. It's available in Rose and Green. 

Happy shopping!

Much love,

Mela

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Flower Child

So my dad finally decided to buy new lens for our DSLR. Yipee.

You can only imagine me jumping around with giddiness over the turn out of these photos, set after set. 

It's been long since I got outfit photos as bright and clear as these. Happiness! :3

I've been planning to make a DIY flower crown for the longest time.

And as they always happen, my first DIY attempts usually end up funny.

Very, very funny. It's really okay to laugh.

Say hello, Mother Nature! 

 | floral headdress: DIY | Prada-esque sunnies: c/o Ryan Hinayhinay | vintage dress from mom | 
JC Lita-inspired booties: Asian Vogue | 

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Meet the sweetiepie behind my ootd photos. :)

Have an awesome weekend y'all!

Much love,

Mela

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

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Office Girl Series: Lunch Break

Hey!

This second installment of my Office Girl Series is inspired by my favorite office-girl-turned-personal-shopper, Rebecca Bloomwood. 

I am a devotee of C.S.Lewis/Rick Riordan novels but since I started reading the first Shopaholic book, I have never been so hooked. I know, I'm such a girl! I'm close to finishing the fourth (Shopaholic and Sister) and it's the best one so far. I WAS a Becky Bloomwood before I reached financial errr, allowance maturity. Only that, I don't have a Luke Brandon in my life. Waaaah, please send one in. 

I NEED A LUKE BRANDON IN MY LIFE!

Anyway, here's a depiction of what Becky would wear on a typical lunch break back when she was a financial journalist at Successful Saving. I just wanted to buy a sandwich but I saw this purse on sale. A free bottle of perfume, lipgloss, and bubble bath all come with a 300quid-purchase, so I bought three purses in different colors. What a steal! Oh, and that heart-shaped waffle maker was so cute. I just had to get one for Mom!     

| top and skirt: It's Vintage Darling | sunnies, belt, accessories, shoes: c/o Em Trava | HMUA&Styling: Em Trava and Rusell Mendez | photography: Rusell Mendez |

What do you think of this outfit? Hype it on Lookbook.nu!

You can view the first part of my Office Girl Series by clicking this link: The Black Skirt

Happy Dinagyang, everyone!

Much love,

Mela

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I'm With The Band

I love roadtrips! I don't mean the usual Iloilo-Roxas route I take on free weekends. It's the kind where my Dad drives and Mom's on the front seat magically handling us unlimited food whenever we feel like eating. So I spent two days of the long weekend on the road like that and ah, I must have gained at least 3 kilos from nonstop pigging! I'm no skilled traveller/driver, but I have to say that the Sapian-Aklan-Antique Highway is the best yet here in Panay. I didn't feel motion-sick, at all. 

It wasn't so tacky pulling a travel outfit off with all the comfy, interesting pieces that GIFI Clothing sent over. This sleeveless top is one of my favorites. I couldn't have achieved an androgynous look without it (and the fedora, of course!). Hand me an electric guitar and I can count as a musician on-tour. Haha, I wish! What do you think?

| top: GIFI Clothing | shorts: Forever 21 | bracelets: The Couple Store | bag: Guess | socks: SM Accessories | boots: random from Hong Kong |

Love the bracelets I'm wearing above? I'm giving away similar ones plus more neon arm candies! Click this to join: WWW x Superb Finds & The Couple Store Giveaway
I couldn't stay longer because I just sneaked out from my patho review. Wish me luck on my exam tomorrow!


Much love,
Mela

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Style Watch: Women's Shoes

Autumn is finallyhere and with it comes cooler temperatures, warmer clothes and sensible shoes.So pack away those flip-flops: it’s time to purchase comfortable, enclosed andsturdy shoes for the chilly season. Yet, this doesn’t need to mean the end of fashionable footwear.

This season, thehigh street and designer stores are packed full of stylish, chic and elegantstyles. For anyone preparing to buy some new shoes, here is the low down onautumn’s best footwear trends.

1.      Ankle boots

In a lot ofways the ankle boot is pretty much the ideal shoe. After all, how many footweartrends are comfortable to wear, stylish and well suited to just about anyoutfit? The ankle boot ticks a lot of the boxes and manages to straddle thatelusive line between stylish and practical – a hurdle which many winterfootwear trends fail to navigate.

Lipsy Sapphire Wedge Ankle Boots

Love Label Arquette Platform Biker Ankle Boots

Love Label Stewart Sporty Wedge Ankle Boots

Ted Baker Ezika Zip Ankle Boots

As always withnew trends, the real test is to see just which celebrities have picked it upand whether the fashion will sink or swim. With A-List names like Gwyneth Paltrow, Blake Lively and Jennifer Lopez all jumping on board with the ankle boot, it looks like it’sa sure fire success. Ankle boots are great paired with both skinny jeans ortights and a skirt.

2.      Wellies

Now thiscertainly isn’t a shoe for every occasion but it’s fair to say that the humblepair of wellies certainly has its time and place. British autumn isn’t exactlyknown for its cheerful weather and chances are there will be the odd puddleover the next few months. Having a stylish pair of wellies can therefore meanthe difference between soggy feet and comfort, making them the perfect commuterfootwear item.

South Animal Print Ladies Wellies

South Knit Cuff Ladies Wellies

Joules Junior Floral Girls Wellies

They are also,of course, the must-have festival fashion item and will add a bit of style to anyautumn walk in the countryside. Wellies don’t need to be the chunky boot ofold, with TedBaker Shoes from Very.co.uk bringing out the best in the style with theirequestrian inspired Mareda Wellies.

3.      Court shoes

If you’re ahigh heel kind of gal, chances are you’re not going to let a bit of grimweather get between you and your shoe of choice. Yet it doesn’t hurt to lookfor a more practical version than the precarious skyscraper stiletto.

Daniels Platform Court Shoes

Love Label Carol Pointed Court Shoes

Love Label Toe Cap Platform Court Shoes

Court shoes aremore enclosed than a peep toe, meaning warmer toes for chilly conditions. Theyare also much more stable around the ankle, meaning easier walking on slipperyand wet surfaces. 

Do not compromise your style this season. Stand up and standout with fashionably comfortable autumn footwear from Very.co.uk

Much love,

Mela