Joy's birthday celebration with childhood friends

One of the moments that made me looked forward to weekend was to be with my childhood friends. It was Joy’s birthday celebration part 2 because she already celebrated on the day of her birthday itself in their house. We celebrated this party at Oakwood Premier Hotel in Ortigas and we were surprised that only 5 of us came that night because we thought that some of her friends from her other group will also come. If that happens, we can’t go home without an alcohol flowing in our blood.

When we’re together, we always talk about our childhood memories. Most of our childhood memories are pretty funny. There’s only one thing that unite us.. VOLLEYBALL. We used to play in streets and most of us became a varsity player of a school (I’m one of them!). Until such a time that we got to have our own lives and not seeing each other that much anymore. But in spite of that situation, we never forget our friendship. We’re always there for each other and we still hangout if we got time.

 

The birthday girl. So kyot!

Joy is one of my good friends. We always hangout at their house since their house is just in front of our house. We’ve been friends since birth. I grew up with her and her sibling, John. We all know each other’s personality so we know how to play with each other’s mood. What I love about them is they never forget me to invite me at their parties and gimmicks. See?! They know how much I can easily drag when it comes to hangouts and parties. But not only that. Since we know each other since birth, wherever we go, whoever we be with, we still support each other; we're always be friends.

I can count in my fingers who my true friends are. That even we got into fights and disappointments, we still manage to forget those bad episodes and continue our laughs and jokes; That even we got into fights, we never spill our secrets that we once shared. That’s how true friendship works. Respect and trust are the things that we really value.

I love how smart they are when it comes to pieces of advice. They warn me when they know that I won’t be good in a situation that I’ll be entering to. It’s just that, I am the one who is being hard-headed when it comes to listening. But still, they catch me in times of failure and survive me with beers, vodkas, and parties! LOL!

Laidback Friday

Let me start this post with this..

I put up this blog because I want to practice my writing through fashion. I really do love fashion and fashion is what’s in my heart. I really look up to Camille Co, Vern and Verniece Enciso, Dominique Tiu, Joanna Ladrido, Kryz Uy, and Laureen Uy on how smart they dress up and blog everything about it. They inspire me to do what my heart speaks and show the world what I got.

I really love reading their blog. I love how they illustrate mixing-and-matching clothes, accessories, shoes, and bags and how they support online stores and other famous boutiques and be a brand ambassador of it.  It’s nice to know that through their passion, they could be way far from what and where they started. It’s very inspiring because they got to do what they love to do and got successful with it. And as a starter, I really do accept comments and suggestions on how I can improve my blog. I admit that I’m not good in writing compared to them. If they read my blog, I guess they will be commenting on my grammars (which I humbly accept it!).

For some readers who will criticize my blog whether you know me or not, I know that this isn’t my line but I know this thing is worth a try. I made this blog NOT because of money, but because of my passion in fashion and technology. Please don’t get me wrong. I won’t steal their spotlight because I’m just NOBODY in this industry. Since I love shopping and taking photos of myself, why should I not wear it instead of hiding the stuff that I shopped and not take photos of it? Again, this blog is for my passion and NOT FOR MONEY. Thank you.

So bringing you to the focus of this post, I wore a laidback outfit since I didn’t have any invites from friends today. We wear office uniform from Monday to Thursday and so Friday is my fashion day!

Since I have a full time job in a private and conservative company with conservative people, I can’t wear clothes just like that on Fridays since we have dress code. Most likely, wearing a skirt is not an option. It should only be pants - closed shoes - blouse - blazer (if the top is not collared and if the top is sleeveless) for girls and pants - collared shirt for boys. They’re not used to adopting the new generation in fashion. They only wanted the black-and-white combination and not the mix-and-match colors. Sometimes I feel so tight-necked. All my actions are being eyed on by the people in our workplace. So I don’t have any choice but to obey our SOP as well as the oldies.

 

 

Earrings: bought it at one of the stores along Tomas Morato, Quezon City

G-Shock Watch: Time Factory (instagram)

As time pass by, I appreciate the importance of time. I’m not in the habit of wearing a watch because I don’t like how some leather bracelet watch affects my wrist. But when I saw this G-Shock from Time Factory in instagram, I fell in love with it and immediately ordered it. I love boyish style watch. It’s good for my lazy-day-outfit most especially on weekends.

 

Shoes: S&H (Department Store, Robinsons Metroeast)

When I knew that there will be changes that will happen with my career in a few months, I thought of everything I have right now. I thought of growth vs. comfort. Staying in my comfort zone won’t help me grow as an individual. I have to climb up in order to fall and bounce back twice or thrice as much as I could. This new challenge will help me practice what I finished and apply what I learned during my MA days without an assurance if I could make it. It’s a make it-break it situation. If I make it, then I’ll take the next step. But if not, I wish I can go back to where I used to be and continue what I had begun. On the other hand, if I’ll stay at my comfort zone, I have an assurance that I can go straight to the next level of my career.

As I thought of this new upcoming challenge for me, I also thought of something that I could wear on field. I don’t have footwear for field work and I guess this should be the start of investing footwear such shoes like this. And as I was checking my instagram, I saw pairs of shoes that suit for field work and still fashionable (fashion won’t be far from whatever career that I will have in the near future). Since I’ll be pairing it mostly with jeans and shirt, it will come out nicely with this pair of shoes that I chose. I was supposed to buy it online and I’m lucky that there’s a part in Robinson’s Metroeast Department Store that caters S&H since I’m just near at that mall. I was so happy to have this near me given that this shoes comes with different color combination. You can check their instagram (snh_fashion) or like their facebook page here.

Jacket: St. Francis Square
Inner Top Sleeveless: Primadonna
Belt: Greenhills
Pants: Bench (old)

 

This blazer is a one-lucky-find. As I was strolling in St. Francis Square, I saw this hanging in a sale portion of a stall. The saleslady come over me and asked me to buy it since that blazer is on sale. I was surprised when she told me that it was priced at Php200 from Php800 plus all the clothes that they were selling were designed by a designer (Sorry but I forgot who that designer is). So I bought 2 blazers with different design. Oh! that's what I love about sale! I'm too thrifty to spend large amount money for a no-brand stuff. The blazer has a good quality of fabric – neither that thick nor thin. In addition to that, this blazer can turn your casual outfit into semi-casual outfit and te-ne-nen!!! You’re ready for a meeting!

 

 

So there you are! Here’s what I wore last Friday. I was so happy at that day because I was looking forward to weekend because of scheduled go outs with the people I wanted to be with. I might take my ootd (outfit of the day) photos on Fridays and weekends since we’re dressed on our office uniform on Mondays to Thursdays.



Happiness is a choice

Nothing ends nicely, that’s why it ends.

That’s how I define my year 2012 ender. It was difficult for me to deal with such an extreme heartbreak knowing that the person you’ve given your whole love and trust will find new love days after your break up. And after two and half months of separation, he’ll be back just to show how he had changed way back when you were still together. How stupid I was to see him and talk to him. Whew! Oh well, L.O.V.E. made me stupid!

So 2013 began and I’m “quite” feeling good with whatever situation I encountered. I just focused on things that can make me better and be with people who know my value. People advised me that I shouldn’t post sad quotes and pictures so I won’t look bitter with what happened and proved that he’s not my lost. I guess it works and I’m feeling happier now than before.

All these photos were taken in my 32gb iTouch (4^th generation) using my instagram account and the camera 360 application. Since iTouch has no flash and the noise is very noticeable, I need to use some application so it will look clear.



Taken from my instagram: nostalgicmortal

These photos were taken during the 2^nd birthday part of my dearest godchild, Kesha, at Shakey’s Katipunan. Sunnies were gifted to me by my 2 cutie patooties nieces on my birthday last January 4. So sweet of my angels!

Sunnies: Parfois

These photos were taken on Chinese New Year this year. We had our mass at Christ the King in Greenmeadows and headed to Atrium in Megamall for a lunch and family bonding.

Dad's Matte Rayban

My Rayban

These photos were taken last April when we were on our way to Bicol to spend Holy Week’s vacation. I used PhotoToaster application so the whole photo will be posted in instagram. I and dad were using Rayban. Thanks for the sunnies, dad! You really are spoiling me!

These photos were taken in the office. The only thing I love about these photos is my HAIR! I love how my bangs fall into its right place. LOL! See how pa-cute I am???!!!!! That’s how vain I am! So if you’re getting annoyed with all my photos, it’s your problem! Not mine! Chos! :p

DOPE cap: PMLP Apparel



Do I look swag or pa-cute? LOL! I love this DOPE cap from PMLP Apparel. I just saw this cap on Deuce Manila DJ's ( For FYI only.. they are the only female duo in Manila). I saw their photo wearing this cap and I found it interesting. I was lucky to have this because this cap is limited.

This is my first time to use a swagger cap. There are various colors to choose from. Just check their facebook page and look for your best choice. So how do I look like? Is it good to me? And oh! I love this cap!

So this is what I do if I'm getting bored. I do love taking photos because I love myself and I won't let those bad things ruin my happiness.

Happiness is a choice and I'm so blessed with what I have. Thank you for making me like this. I won't find myself back into the right track without those ups and downs and because of that, it made me stronger and wiser in choosing what's right for me.

This girl is on fire

Another backlog photos! LOL! I was too busy the past few months since I was a graduating student and I was mentally, emotionally, and physically drained with all the requirements as a graduating MA student. I can say that my brain got exhausted and honestly, it got functioned 2 months after our graduation. Whew! I can hashtag #stressed #malfunctioned #pathetic #broke #drained with what I have experienced. But anyway, it was all worth the pain!

So my blog will start here..

These photos were taken last February 9. It was a called a “pre-valentine” shoot and it was supposed to be an “Earth-Water-Wind-Fire” theme. But unfortunately, the 2 other models were not available on that date. So the theme turned out to be just a fun shoot. This shoot was also for my friend's portfolio since she needs to add some photos as a reference for make-up and hairstyle for her clients. Hello there Karen!

P.S. I only choose what I have to brag because some of my photos are a big NO NO!!!! Hahaha....

Here are the photos taken by friend Joy (hello there Joyers!). The photos can't be rotated. I guess it's because that the files are too big for this blog.

Spike Bracelet: Divisoria

My favorite photo of mine. I love how I portrayed being fierce!

Blazer: Zalora
Shorts: Paradise Treats

Photography by: Joy Almendralejo

HMUA: Craving for Makeup

Another set of photos taken by my friend, Karen. The only thing we don’t have that day is a studio. Karen is a very photography-enthusiast. She has her own equipments so we felt good with the location since it was an indoor photoshoot. We need lots of lighting more than props. Haha.. Thank for making me look great in photos, Karen! Just in photos! LOL!

Spikes Bracelet: Divisoria

Stockings Lace: Forever 21
Shoes (gift from a friend): St. Francis Square

 



Dress: Riverbanks Tiangge

Photography by: Karen Trasporte

HMUA: Craving for Makeup

Thank you to my 2 photographers and HMUA. I’m so lucky to have friends like them. I hope this will be done again when Karen (the photographer) will be back here from Malaysia. I love all the photos as well as the make-up. I would love to print all my photos and put it in picture frame. You guys always make me look great! Everytime I see these photos, I’m always about to sing “this girl is on fah-yerrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!” hahaha....

So 3-month rule is very over, no worries about my studies, nothing I’m thinking about now, VERY single and ready to mingle, and most of all.. I’m still YOUNG and getting WILD and FREE and about to FIRE!!! Wootwoooooo!!!!!