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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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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Rip It!

Hello, everyone!

This is just a quick post before I finally devote my time to studying. One of my 2013 Blog Resolutions is to re-vamp my style. All these years, I have been so much fond of colors. But despite the youthfulness and energy that they exude, the thrill of wearing them is slowly waning. I don't ever want that to happen because colorful is ME. So to make myself miss colors a little, I will temporarily shift to basics--black, white and nude--on my upcoming posts. 

Thank goodness, Ms. Stephanie of GIFI Clothing sent over closet must-haves that somehow, I am guilty of not having--white tops. And they aren't just ordinary white tops, they have surprise rips here and there! I am so excited to style and show you the others. :D Clearly, I am not a T-shirt person but this is what a new year is all about, right? New finds and new adventures!

 | top: GIFI Clothing | shorts: DIY | wedges: Asian Vogue | SM Accessories belt used as handcuff | photos by Ralph Delfin |

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Aside from re-vamping my style, I also have updating my blog header and layout on the list. Notice the larger photos! Spent the whole afternoon "designing" a new header but I believe it's just not good enough. :( Someone help me, please? My sidebar widgets are next. But yes, one weekend at a time!

How did your week go?


Much love,
Mela

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Bubblegumdrop

 

photos by Jovel Biboso

After more than a year of planning, say hello to my first ever collaboration with Jovel Biboso! We've been neighbors since forever but our schedules never seem to collide until last weekend when I went home to Roxas for less than 24hours. :| It's a long explanation why that happened but I have no regrets despite the tiring trip which could have been spent with sleep instead.

What I love most about Jovel's photos is that they have this characteristic warmth and youthfulness. She's one of those down-to-earth photography enthusiasts who does most shoots for fun but effortlessly end up with pleasing results. We've been messaging each other before we met up but she never told me that our shoot was going to happen on her birthday! My bad, I didn't have a clue if she hadn't ask me to attend her dinner party. Yes, I am just that negligent with Facebook's birthday notifs.

Anyway, what I'm wearing here is a deviation from my usual getup. This is something outside of my style comfort zone but I hope I did justice to my Grandma's top (Believe it or not, it's hers!) and this envelope purse from Bubbles. Isn't it pretty? Guess what, it's NOT mine! It'll be owned by one of you very soon! Bubbles is giving away this neon envelope purse to one lucky reader of this blog! Yay! Not only that, one of my sponsors will also give out a GC worth of shoes/apparel! I'll do my very best to post it next weekend! :D

My study break is officially over, so goodbye for now?

Have a blessed September, everyone. :)

Much love,

Mela

P.S. Feel the 'warmth and youthfulness' of Jovel's works here:
http://wearismela.blogspot.com/2011/05/budding-teen-vogue-la-mode-jovel-biboso.html