OOTD: Call it Business Casual

 If I can stay inside a coffee shop for good, I'd do so!  I remembered staying daily in a random coffee shop spot at Quezon City because I would drive my son to school at 7am and pick him up at 12nn.  Instead of driving home to traffic-infested Manila..I would just take this opportunity to try random coffee shops and stay there for hours as I bring my laptop to work virtually.

Now that my son is already in Grade 7 - whew, time flew by sooo fast.  Staying in Random Coffee shops happen on weekends instead!  When I bond with my family or friends!  I still take this oppotunity to wear something nice and comfortable for me to feel good.

This look is one of my fave.  Both top and bottom I bought in a random Bazaar!  

Smart casual, very business meeting appropriate and very Nikki-style still!

How do you like this look?

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Stay happy!

 

Black and Orange OOTD

 

A pairing I never thought I'd enjoy!
BLACK AND BRIGHT ORANGE.

I got the Rivka Pleat Square Neck Romper from Love, Bonito online last year.  I have worn this Romper so many times I can't keep track.  

Though I do keep track on wearing these again and again on random events, from Birthdays to Brunch with girlfriends and now, to events.  I want to up my Orange Romper Game into a more cocktail-like setting.  Cute enough to hold a glass of champagne with this but still comfy enough because this is NOT a dress but a ROMPER!  

It also comes with pockets!

To make this classier, I paired this with a Celine thin belt and wore black heeled shoes with ankle straps!  I always get compliments wearing this pair from HK.  

Though high, the shoes are comfy to walk around Makati.  Yes, I tested it out parking far away from events place and I survived.

How do you like this look? Would you wear such pairing?

My black chiffon long sleeves is a very old outerwear which I bought on Sale at SM Department store!  

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Stay happy!

 

Elevate Your Regular Fit

 

How do I elevate a regular errand fit?  By adding a nice structured blazer!

It also helps that you pick shorts in neutral shade that has pleats and a good length.  Not too long nor too short.

The shorts is my favorite cream shorts from Love, Bonito.

A nice classy belt also does the drink!

And lastly, a nice blazer that I shopped from Rihoas.

It also helped to change your regular flats to heeled shoes and you're off to a classier vibe!

Watch a quick video here on how I easily transformed from Simple to Classy.

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Stay happy!

  

Green on green Casual Wear

I used to dislike long skirts as they make me feel small!  But fast forward to growing older - way older - and maybe a huge change in fashion on how people are more open to different fashion style.  I find myself leaning more on to long, flowy skirts as opposed to short skirts which I used to love years back.  

I have to thank Motherhood for that.  Motherhood changed not only my outlook in life but also my fashion style.  I always wear clothes that can make me move freely.  Yes, even with an 11 year old, I still need the energy and freedom to move around because BOYS will always be BOYS :) 

During the summer, I enrolled my son to a Kiddie Chef program at TGIFridays and I was there daily to watch over him.  That said, it was a trial and error method as well for me in fashion sense to try styles I haven't tried before.

Because waistcoat is a thing year 2024, I picked my favorite waistcoat I bought from SM Department Store and paired it with a green long skirt which I bought from a bazaar.

Paired my super comfy Skechers flats, I kinda like this look a lot and would totally repeat this look!

It's comfortable, I don't have to worry about legs showing whenever I sit down - high chair or sofa or even if I squat to help out my son, I felt comfortable enough to say - I am a cool yet fashionable mom!

That's how I felt and confidence is key to a successful look!

How do you like this look?

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Shorts but make it Formal!

 

My wardrobe is filled with shorts, if you live in the Philippines or in any tropical country in general, you’ll understand why!

Thankfully, brands like Love, Bonito are making shorts that can pass up with more than a casual vibe.  I got this unique green colored shirt in Leatherette format from Love, Bonito x Coleen collection.  It is probably not available anymore but you can always check their site for some nice comfy shorts that can double up as meeting shorts.

Paired with a dressy white polo top!  I was quite surprised I have a pair of shoes that is the exact same color as my shorts!

I attended an event with this look and I was so comfortable with this I plan to use this shorts again pairing it to maybe with a different top?

Any top suggestions, AMW Friends?

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Stay happy!

Sunday Chill Fit

I can't believe it's finally August! 
July passed by in a more quiet manner than June because we stayed mostly home because my son got sick 2-3 times.  Too bad he's going back to school and we haven't done much going out of town which was supposedly our original plan.

So to make sure he enjoyed something, we've decided to visit family or friends and just have fun.  Aside from that he enjoys going to malls and visit bookstores so this is my relaxed fit.   

Top: Plains and Prints 

Bottom skirt: Bazaar

I like low heeled shoes as opposed to flats and this was a perfect shade that goes with my skirt!

How do you like this look?

Paperdolls Dress

 

I love A-line dresses and I love it more when it comes in "battle green" or any deep green shade as this color is unique for clothes at the same time works so well on my skin tone!

When I did a shopping visit at Paperdolls x Adam & Eve store at Shangrila Mall, I was so happy I found this dress and it fits me perfectly! 

This is the Paperdolls EMERY SLEEVELESS DRESS (Php2,699.00)  which is also available in light beige.

It comes with a wide belt cinching your waist making me look like I have really good waist shape

 (but none in reality as I have quite a straight door-like body LOL)

I also like how the A-Line skirt made my waist appear smaller!

Hot pink OOTD for Casual Weekend

I was invited to attend the opening of Gashapon at Greenhills Mall a few months back and we had a scheduled dinner with our Godmother and Godfather who came back from the US for a short visit.  

That said, I want to wear something comfortable and even perfect for some weekend Food Trip!

I call this my Hot Pink Hi-Low Look.  High Low because of the assymmetrical top!

I paired this look with my favorite easy-to-tote along bag from Rory and Sloan.  
Spacious and fashionable.

I also wore my favorite comfortable flats from Dr. Kong which I bought in Hong Kong.  Fret not, I saw these available locally!

And there are good hair days and this was it!  I love how my bangs looked here!

Apple & Eve Casual Dress

 

How does it feel to work for 12-hours straight doing various hairstyles for a shoot?
I told myself I need several cups of coffee, yummy food and a super comfortable dress.  And I picked this from Apple & Eve!

This is the Apple & Eve Asymmetrical Micro Print Shirt Dress Php2,699.00 and I got it in size Small.  The fit is quite big giving room for movement and this would work even as a cute maternity dress!

It was one of the most comfortable and stylish dress this even made it to the photoshoot!  it was originally not intended but it looks cute on camera so why not?

I also paired it with my favorite comfy Dr. Kong Shoes.

How do you like this look?  Is it a Yay or Nay?

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Stay happy!

 

White and Pink Will always be Classy!

 

I love the color combination of Blush pink and White in fashion.  I felt so girlie and youthful.  Whenever I wear such combo, I always get complimented on how fresh I look even if I pair this with a pink a blazer under a 40Degrees Celsius weather!  

Top: Love Bonito

Skort: From Metro Store

I love the square-neck  top showing more skin thus making me look slimmer.

To complete this dainty look, I like to do beach waves curl for my hair.

How do you like this look?

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Stay happy!

 

Fashion: All White with a touch of Hot Pink

 I remember seeing my mom in her 40's in pants ALL her life until the time of writing.  She is very conscious of her varicose veins and I wished she would wear more shorts and skirts because she has gorgeous legs!  Perfectly shapes, very flawless --- my sister and I would always tell her that she's got the best pair of legs among us - screw varicose veins but I cannot force my super conservative mom.

Growing up with that in mind, I have told myself I'd wear more shorts, skirts and expose my legs as much as I can before I end up having varicose veins!  I do have some on my feet but who cares right?  I am so grateful to be born in this era where Self-Love and Confidence is the best form of love for oneself.

That is such a long intro for just an outfit post *laughs*  I hope you accept my apology but #sorrynotsorry here :P  I randomly picked this outfit on a cooler weather when me and my husband headed out for a lunch date.  I wanted something comfortable and to protect myself when I tend to get cold inside an air-conditioned restaurant or mall and an outfit where I can easily remove my outer sweater when it gets hot.

Welcome to the Philippines - where our weather has an attitude! 

Shorts: Love Bonito

Pink Top: Shopee

White knit sweather: Lazada
Bag: Coccinele available via Zalora 

Shoes: World Balance

It is very important to invest on cute belts as it can create that old money vibe!  
Mas posh di ba? 

White belt from Shopee