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Happy 2026!  I know most of us have are own plan / resolution this new year.  Of course we all want to start the new year right... This year I want to save more... invest... be more frugal.  I am not getting any younger, I really want to build my retirement fund. Here are some of things I am not buying for 2026:  source: Pop mart Plushie bag charms / Blind boxes :   Yes!  I admit, I splurged a lot on "anik-anik": from the Labubu monters, Hello Kitty plushies, Care Bears, Monchhichi and etc.  I promised myself - No more "unleashing the child in me " for the moment.  I hope that I could control myself.  I admit I love anything cutesy... but I have to do this.  There are boxes still unopened.  It took up so much space in my room.  (But of course, if it's a gift - I would gladly accept it. source: Google Tumblers : I have a lot of unused stainless tumblers at home.  So I think I should refrain from purchasing new one this ye...

New Year... New Bag... Let's make a review. :) If you really wanted that Goyard St.Louis Tote and does not have a budget for it.  Don't fret... Check out Christy Ng Russo Tote bag .  Christy Ng  (pronounced as Christy "Ung") is a Malaysian brand that offers bags and shoes.  They recently opened their first shop here in the Philippines at SM Mega Mall .   I have learned about this brand in social media, quite interested with it.  I really wanted to visit their shop at Mega Mall to see the bags up close but unfortunately every time I try there are a lot of people inside the store.  That is why when my sister gave me the Russo Tote last Christmas, no need to go to the store to check it out. (*wink).  Here's my thoughts about the Christy Ng Russo Tote : According to their website the bag is made from  coated canvas (sturdy and waterproof) and vegan leather .  When you touch you can easily say that it was made from high quality materi...

One of the much awaited collaborations this year : Sunnies x Monchhichi !♥  Sunnies is the first local brand that collaborated this monkey plushie. Sassy Girl - The first Pinay Monchhichi source: Sunnies Face For those who are not familiar with Monchhichi: it is a Japanese stuffed monkey which was launched in 1974.  I am one of the super fans of this cutie Monkey when I was in high school, but that time I cannot afford to have one (that time).  Just this year, I asked my friend in Japan to buy me one Monchhichi plushie bag charm (so I have one cutie doll).  That is why when I heard about this collaboration, I am really excited.  Hoping that I could get the Sassy girl key chain.  Waited and watched their TikTok live in order to pre-order their Monchhichi Sassy Girl key chain.  Unfortunately, I was not able to get one.  Maybe because they only drop few number of units per item.  Just like during the Labubu hype, it's hard to score even just ...

source: Starbucks Philippines Starbucks Traditions 2026 begins.... It was launched last November 2 .   Peppermint Mocha   is so back! As well as the new exciting Christmas offerings by Starbucks Philippines. This year's Starbucks Tradition includes Planner, Cold cup, Stainless tumbler and Signature mug that comes with a pouch.  According to their website, the planner is inspired by the siren - "celebrating where we've been and inviting you to be a part of the journey". Here's my personal take on the Rewards this year: source: Starbucks Philippines Siren Planner with carrier  : I love that is has a zippered planner case or carrier (love this better than last year).  In charcoal and onyx tones : I find a the planner a bit small.  It measures 6" x 9"  not same size of the  international standard B6 planner that measures 6.9 x 9.8 inches. source: Starbucks Philippines Charcoal Cold cup : This 24oz cup made with durable acrylic in subtle iride...

As promised here is the Part 2 of my Bag Trends forecast for 2026 .  But before I start, I hope the Part 1  (Bag Trends 2026 : Early Predictions Part 1) helped you choose which bag to get or maybe you have checked your closet which bag you have kept for a long time and this is the best moment to use it again.  The Barrel Marc Jacobs The Cargo Bag (source: Marc Jacobs) Spade Icon Small Barrel Bag (source: Kate Spade) Louis Vuitton Papillon (source: Louis Vuitton) The cylindrical shaped bag it's a small version of a duffle bag.  The only difference is that it's more structured.  This bag have come and go as far as I can remember, I hope to see a lot of this in the market that is budget friendly. The Bucket Mango Jacquard Bucket Bag (source: Mango) RL Canvas Witley Bucket Bag (source: Ralph Lauren) Dior Medium Signature Bucket Bag (source: Dior) Bucket bags continue to be on trend since it's revived by Mansur Gavriel in 2013.  The bucket shaped deep and...

I love sharing anything about bags.  As you know I am really into bags.  It does not matter if it's not a designer or luxury brand, but as long as I like it... I save to have it.  So the question is - What are the upcoming bag trends for 2026 ?  You may have it now in your closet or maybe you can find a better alternative if you cannot afford a luxury brand. The Fuzzy   Miss Fluffy Lady Miss Fluffy B-kin Bag Balmain Sync Bag (source: Balmain ) Fuzzy or Fluffy - whatever you call it.  Bags made with faux fur , this trend came about with the birth of plushie bag pendants - the Labubu and Jelly Cat .  The trend will definitely continue until 2026.  Well I have one, my Miss Fluffy bag or as some would call the Jellycat Birkin .   The Croissant Zara Metal Handle Hand bag (source: Zara ) Fendigraphy Mini (source: Fendi ) Balmain Sync Bag (source: Balmain) Well your guess is as good as mine.  It's the bag that is shaped like a croissa...