charmed life♥

Hello!  I know it's been a while since my last post.  Now that the tax season is over... I want to share my bag charm collection... sharing this not to brag but I really wanted to share my collection through the years.  I really love bag charms ever since... My love for bags goes with it.  I wanted my bags to be unique and I know it shows my personality when I hang a particular bag charm on it. I will be sharing the charms I have except for the Labubu charms (on another post).  Maybe I will start with my Sanrio bag charms.  Some of my bag charms has a story: it's either a souvenir from the countries I have visited, "pasalubong" from family and friends or gifts. This was my first Hello Kitty plushie bag charm which I purchased from Bead Shop an online shop on Instagram way back 2016.  This is almost 10 years old.  I remember I used this twice only because I am afraid that it will get dirty. I got this from Kyoto, Japan when I traveled there last De...

Snoopy is a beagle from the comic strip made by Charles Schulz.  This debuted in the 1950's but I was a fan since I was in high school (in the 80's).  I remember I have this poster that I framed and hanged it at my bedroom.  Anyway,  to celebrate Snoopy and Peanuts' 75th year more collaborations are coming out. source: Starbucks Philippines Snoopy x Starbucks was launched last March 27, 2025: aside from merchandise the collaboration also includes Snoopy signature drinks - Chocolate & Caramel Oat milk Latte and Chocolate & Caramel Oat milk Frappuccino.   The collection includes the following merchandise: Cold cups in Stainless steel and Plastic, Stainless steel tumbler, stainless steel water bottle, Ceramic mugs, bag charm/key chain, tote bag and purse. Uniqlo has always been collaborating with Snoopy years back, but this year it's special since they are celebrating their 75th anniversary.  Their Peanuts Collection were inspired by vintage book ...

Five years already?  That was fast.  I remember when I started with Pag-ibig MP2 back in March 11, 2020.  After my first remittance of P500.00 via Palawan - then pandemic started.  I was not able to continue my monthly remittance because of the lock down.  When it was lifted I resumed my MP2 remittance and decided to increase my remittance to P1,000.00 per month.  At this time GCash has already started accepting MP2 remittance payments so it's very convenient with a P5.00 transaction fee as compared to Palawan's P7.00 per transaction. When your MP2 savings matures, there are two ways to claim it: via Online Claim via Virtual Pag-ibig or Over the Counter Claim.  Since there's Pag-ibig Kiosk near my office, I preferred the OTC Claim.  But if you would like to do an Online Claim you can find the instructions online via Virtual Pag-ibig website. Here are the things I prepared for my Over the Counter Claim: Accomplished Claim Form:  Click here to ...

They say jeans never go out of style... but this 2025 we will see more of new denim silhouettes and styles.  From your classic straight or skinny.. be ready for the return of the flare, baggy and the boot cut.  One my favorites in this returning trend is the "wide leg denims".   Remember denims does not only mean jeans per se, but also tops, jackets, skirts and shorts. Here are some of  the denim trends you will see this year: * The Co-ords (Double Denims) :    Why settle on wearing one denim when you can wear two, right?   An oversized denim shirt + Wide leg high waist denim jogger.  This is one of my faves, aside from I love coordinates dressing: I  am also into wide leg trousers, because I find it comfortable to wear.   Source: Zara Denim Cape + Shorts : The cape gives a different take on the usual denim jacket.  For sure it will also look good when you pair it with your favorite jeans. Source: Zara * The Jorts : ...

After my post on  the bag trends this year, the next question is - What Jewelries or Accessories will dominate Year 2025?  I love accessorizing but when Covid-19 struck, I refrained from wearing accessories ( because you have to sanitize everything after each wear.. haha).   Here are the accessories that we will see more this 2025: source: Refinery29 Brooch & Pins   - Yes, brooches are back!  Vintage brooches and pins on your coat or jacket gives them a different personality and uniqueness on your ensemble.  Let's just say that these trinkets are the bag charms of the world of jewelry.  source: Cosmopolitan Stacked bangles - These trend made a major role on the S/S2025 runway.  I love bracelet stacking... will surely add this on my OOTD. source: Cosmopolitan Bold Beaded Jewelry - Layering beaded necklaces and stacking beaded bracelets is definitely a big YES for me.  Best to layer multi beaded necklaces of different lengths.  ...

Happy New Year!  My first post for the year...  I love bags so why not post something about it.  As a bagaholic, I always look forward on what are trending bags every year.  Been browsing several  fashion sites to know what's in for 2025.  I hope you are all excited to know too...  COS Eastside Bowling bag ($170.00) The Top Handle  Top handle bags rarely goes out of style.  The trend continues this coming 2025.  Though the top handles have been reinvented a couple of times, but it's still the classic office bag trend.  Classic, Chic and Ladylike. Jacquemus Le Petit Calino Brode Mini Tote  Flower Power  Though I am not really on floral bags, but these bags are making a U-turn this 2025.  Rosettes, floral embellishments may not be for everyone but these will be something to look forward on the Spring/Summer of 2025. H&M Tote bag ($44.99) The XL Brown Bag  Who would not love this?  Brown bags are the counte...