Crazy Rich Asians: My thoughts♥

I totally love the movie!♥  Now I want to read the next book China Rich Girlfriend. I am not a bookie.. I'd rather watch than read, but after watching the movie I'm completely drawn into it.  It was a nice story... "Love really conquers all"...  At first I thought it was just a hype and they are just overrating the movie, but when I watched it last night - it was really a great film.  Now I can't wait for the sequel which I read somewhere online that it's on the planning stage.

Favorite scene/s:

I have a couple of favorite scenes: 

• Entrance of Princess Intan - Ms. Kris Aquino on the film (which I am really proud of because I am a Pinay).. Mr. Kevin Kwan is right, she's one of the highlights of the movie.  I really waited for it... It was short but with impact to us Filipinos.  I just wish that the Michael Cinco gown was show 
• Mahjong scene of Rachel and Eleanor - tissue moment
• My ultimate favorite - I love the wedding scene... When Nick and Rachel were staring at each other during the wedding march with "Can't help falling in love" by Kina Grannis was playing at the background. You can't really help falling in love.. it was like you wanted to fall in love all over again. I so love Nick!♥ hahaha...  

Congratulations to Mr. Kevin Kwan, Director Jon Chu and the whole cast of the movie!

Overall rating: I give it ♥♥♥♥♥

It's really worth watching!

xo,

Chiq♥

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Open letter to a friend:

Dear friend,

Hello!  I know it has been a while since we last talked.  A lot of things have transpired lately and these started to build a thin wall between us. There's no denying: from long conversations, chats - to simple hi and hellos - to nothing.  I cannot say that distance is a hindrance because we also have friends from other parts of the world but communication lines are open.  Well, I guess we have outgrown each other.  Yes, we have different views but this should not hinder if we are truly friends.  But I guess that's life people change...

At our age... we are more sensitive now (than when we were younger) but I'd rather not stress myself on anything... I want no dramas anymore.  And I know you feel the same way too.     

I may not be a perfect friend.. but who is?  Sorry for not liking and commenting on your social media posts... But for me the true measure friendship is not with likes and positive comments on social media and being affirmative on everything.  It is what is in our hearts and how we value each other.  I am not perfect, but I'm true and real:  that sometimes I am misunderstood for being too straight forward, but I am proud to say I'm not judgmental. That is why it really broke my heart when I learned - I was judged by someone.. who did not know the real story and who did not know me personally.  The worse part is : you believed her (yes I know you're friends and you are close before we really clicked). I was meaning to talk to you about this to get this out of my head and clear the air but I just decided to make this open letter for the protection of someone close to me. 

Is she really your friend?  then blah.. blah...  ("Kaibigan mo ba talaga sya?")  That's the intriguing question of that person to you... Funny! Because what she told you was about, what happened few years ago... and as far as I can remember it was already resolved... Honestly, I don't know her motive... but she succeeded.  And you have kept this inside you too...

A lot of things had happened, but I just want to move on and let go of this for good... If you think what I said (which she told you) hurt you... I'm sorry.. I hope this will close that issue forever... and open a new chapter...

Learning: "I believe the first test to a great man is in his humility." - John Ruskin

xo,

Chiq♥

Another Purrfect Collaboration: Converse x Hello Kitty♥

source: Google

Another exciting collaboration is here!  After Sanrio's recent Hello Kitty collab with Puma, Penshoppe, now Converse came out with theirs today August 16. The collection includes sneakers (of course), apparel and accessories. Cuteness overload!♥  I cannot wait to visit the nearest Converse shop (here in Manila) this weekend.

Source: Converse

The shoes consists of 6 designs: Chuck Taylor All-Star, Chuck 70 and One star styles. White, Pink, Red and Black hues with iconic Hello Kitty bow and head.

source: Refinery29.com

source: Converse

The apparel consists of shirts, hoodies/pullover, while the accessories includes duffel, sling bags or pouches.♥ 

Source: Refinery29.com

Source: Converse

Are you Kitty girls just as excited like me? Which one is your favorite?

xo, 

Chiq♥

Remembering a hero: The birth of our Democracy♥

I am not a "Dilawan" or "Dutertard", but I always stand on what is right.  I was 11 years old when Senator Benigno Aquino was assassinated in Manila International Airport, naive that time I really don't understand.   Born in 1972, I'm a Martial law baby, so I don't get to experience what really happened during the Marcos' regime.  But my parents and grand parents that time were so afraid that I heard them saying "Magkakagulo na".  They immediately went to the grocery to buy canned foods and other necessities.  I only learned about it when we studied it in school and through the news and documentaries on TV.  I remember when I watched his funeral with thousands of people with yellow ribbons and his casket on top of a 10 wheeler truck with a sea of yellow flowers. That's it!  

But I know (that time) his death was an eye-opener to all the Filipinos.

That lead to the ouster of Marcos and the birth of democracy, our democracy.  

So whatever they say, for me... his death is worth remembering... Because NO modern Ninoy Aquino (will have the guts) in this lifetime would fight for what is happening to our country today.

Can't miss the MARK: Plains and Prints x Mark Bumgarner Collaboration♥

Source: Plains and Prints

I was so excited when I learned about this collaboration.  On my previous posts I have already mentioned that Plains and Prints was one of my favorite local brand.  Plains and Prints is known for collaborating with our country's top designers: Rajo Laurel, Rhett Eala, Vania Romoff to name a few.  And I know every girl wishes to own at least one of couture or RTW made by these designers, of course that includes me.

Mark Bumgarner is known for classic silhouettes and for dressing Ms. Heart Evangelista-Escudero.  

The P&P x Mark Bumgarner is a 13 piece collection that includes dresses, blouses/tops, one piece suit/jumpsuit, skirts and culottes.  Price ranges from P1,698.00 to P2,998.00

Source: Google

Of course I cannot miss this one... when it was made available in the market (August 3) after it's grand reveal last July 25th at the Manila House Private Members Club..  I went right away to the nearest boutique.♥

Here are my top picks:

Andreia S/L Top and Skirt
Source: Plains and Prints

Thaliya Pantsuit
Source: Plains and Prints

Franceska Maxi Dress
Source: Plains and Prints

What did I get?

I totally love the bows on this top!♥ And I just want to share that when I uploaded this photo on my Instagram, Sir Mark Bumgarner liked my post... I'm totally "Kilig"!

How about you? What's you favorite on this recent collab of Plains and Prints?..

xo,

Chiq♥