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source: Zara.com Boho - One of my favorites!   Bohemian or Boho is also called hippie chic or hobo chic : this style does not necessarily mean peasant skirts, thong sandals and messenger bags.  One of the most important aspect in achieving the style is individuality, expressing your own personality + fashion.   source:Zara.com source: Zara.com source: Stradivarius.com source: Stradivarius source:H&M.com Romantic and free-spirited: For me bohemian is one of the easiest fashion style.  Key factors to get this style: 1) You must learn how to pair pieces of clothes together; and of course  2) Accessorizing. Unleash that Gyspy spirit in you and go Boho!♥ xo,

Babushka (also known as Matryoshka ) or Russian nesting doll or simply Russian doll: this doll first appeared in Russia: it's a set of wooden dolls in decreasing size placed inside one another.  The name Matryoshka came from Matriosh or Matriona: that means a matriarch of a big Russian family.  In early days, these dolls are given to new borns to wish them long and prosperous life. This year Kimmidoll (cutie Japanese Kokeshi dolls from Australia) released its own version of Russian dolls.  Aside from Hello Kitty, I also collect Kimmidolls. Now I can't wait to add these Babushka dolls to my collection.  I know my sister would also be wanting to add them to her Russian dolls collection. What I like about Kimmidolls?  Aside from being an elegant decorative collector's item, each doll is inspired by the beauty of nature and inspirational values it represents.  Same thing with their newly launched Babushka dolls: each doll is designed with intricate...

It was an awesome performance by UST Salinggawi Dance troupe!  I have watched the performances of UP and NU: in my opinion it's a neck to neck fight between the UP Pep Squad and UST Salinggawi.  Of course I am rooting for USTe - Proud Tomasino here! (*wink).  Yes, I am hoping that they will win, but at least they are back on track: First Runner up (not bad)!  For the past years, honestly I was never really that impressed with their performance but this year they did GREAT.  Execution of the stunts and synchronized movements: Superb! "Go USTe! Go USTe! Go, Go, Go! Congratulations! Actually, I have a couple of comments regarding each team's performance, but I rather keep them to myself than be bashed. (hahaha)  Some people find it hard to accept the opinion of others: it's just sad that sometimes it gets out of hand. Watch the other videos and see for yourself: UP Pep Squad (2nd runner up) NU Pep Squad (Champion)   (Source: A...

In the fashion world who is not familiar with Karl Lagerfeld?  The gray-haired man in ponytail dressed in black and white, trademark black tie and his black iconic sunglasses.   I have known him being the creative director of the House of Chanel as well as Fendi.  Speaking of Fendi: Fendi recently released a collection dedicated to Karl Lagerfeld known as: Karlito Capsule Collection.     source: Google The fun and playful collection features Karlito icon in shirts, jerseys, denim jeans, sneakers, scarves and accessories like bag charms, phone cases, totes, pouch bag & clutches.  This limited edition collection is a part of Fendi's Spring/Summer 2015.   These fab and luxe goodies are now available but of course being a high-end brand it's very expensive.  Imagine when I checked on the iPhone case at Neiman Marcus is costs -- PhP30,195.00 (€370.00) it's almost the price of the new iPhone. (hahaha) source: google Loving...

O Little Therese of the Child Jesus , who during your short life on earth became a mirror of angelic purity, of love strong as death, and whole-hearted abandonment to God, now that you rejoice in the reward of your virtues, cast a glance of pity upon us as we leave all things in your hands.  Make our troubles your own; speak a word for us to Our Lady Immaculate, whole flower of special love you were, to the Queen of Heaven who smiled on you at the dawn of your life.  Beg her as Queen of the Heart of Jesus to obtain for us by her powerful intercession, the grace we yearn for so ardently at this moment, and that she join with it, a blessing that may strengthen us during life, defend us at the hour of death and lead us straight to a happy eternity. Amen. Happy Feast Day, St. Therese! Please continue showering my family with roses....♥

September is almost over!  It's been a very toxic month:  but I know it's only the start of busy days ahead - as the holiday approaches.  Now we're beginning to experience longer nights, but not too cool and chilly because El Niño starts October.  I was not able to share my accessory styling last month, well I was at the hospital, I need to take care of my Tita who was confined last week of August and she needs to stay with us in our home for while.  I am hoping that these last three months of the year will be a lot better than the last two months that passed (August and September).    Want to share my September:   After a long time I was able to go out and meet up with some of my friends.  I realized it's been a while.  It's hard if your close friends are no longer in the Philippines.  But every time they visit the country we make it a point to squeeze it in our schedules.   Traffic is worst, so I just meet up wit...

The Beach + Birkin bag = Beachkin bag.  This is not a Hermés, this is a fun plastic tote that is waterproof.  Perfect for the beach and for rainy weather.   Aside from you don't need to worry of making your bag and your things wet, the beachkin bag is very stylish and classy. File photo of Kelly Jelly bag I remember two years ago, I introduced a similar jelly bag in my online boutique and I named it Kelly Jelly bag.   Now this time it's making a comeback as the Beachkin bag .  You may also get it from my online store on Instagram and Facebook and soon on Shopee!♥ Click here to view the Beachkin bags:  Fabulousity by Chiq♥ - Beachkin bags xo,