charmed life♥

source: Casetify.com Well, we see Casetify all over the internet either on Instagram or Facebook (even here in my blogger - *wink!).  I have to admit their designs were totally awesome but I had second thoughts of purchasing because it's a bit pricey.  When they had the Hello Kitty line, I admit I passed on it - not because I don't like Hello Kitty but there are other HK cases in the market  that I can buy for a much lesser price.  But when they recently collaborated with Alice and Olivia which I adore, so I have no other excuse but to get one.   Alice and Olivia especially the Stace Face design is my favorite. Alice and Olivia merchandise are also expensive I remember during our side trip to Hongkong (in 2019) I went in the Alice and Olivia boutique there was this small pouch that costs around P6,000.00+ (can't remember the price in HK$ anymore) : I really wanted the pouch but I find it too expensive for a small make up pouch.  I do have some AO items in my collection but

For those who really know me, I am into bags.  I can have one pair of shoes but I cannot live with only one bag.  I do love bags be it luxury or any good quality unbranded bag.  It's been a while since I have shared something about "BAGS"... So what do I think the bag trends this 2021?  Due to the pandemic, people just stay home but for some who really needs to go to work (that includes me), I would really use something that is easy to clean (disinfect), lightweight and essentials are within reach. source: Google The Nylon:    Last year we saw Prada Re-edition 2005 trending on social media.  It is nylon material (it's lightweight), and a very versatile two-way bag: you can wear it as a crossbody and a shoulder bag (it comes with a chain).  What's nice about the bag aside from being two-way you can easily clean or disinfect and it has a small pouch where you can put your sanitizer or your money.     source: Stradivarius Yes the Prada re-edition 2005 quite expensive

Another year!   And I thank the Lord for it... I am grateful to my family, relatives and friends...  My fervent wish is for the Covid-19 to disappear forever, so we can all go back with our normal lives.  Yes, the pandemic taught us a lot of things and we will carry that learnings wherever we may go and whatever we will do.♥♥♥ Thank you Lord for life, family, relatives, friends...  good health, work, business... and for all the blessings... I am not perfect but you love me Lord despite of my imperfections and flaws...

source: Google Happy 2021!  I know we are all hoping that this will be a better year for all of us.  Last year was really very challenging:  we have lost a lot of people due to Covid-19 (personally I have an uncle who died of Covid), many have lost their jobs, more businesses closed down and that is super heart breaking.  But I still believe that everything will be alright...   What is the better way to start our 2021? Of course - An "Ipon Challenge"  On my previous posts I have shared some of my "ipon" tips... There are a lot of lessons learned during the quarantine period... especially if you don't have savings or an emergency fund.  My savings have helped me during those times and my small business also.  I started (really) saving money in 2014:  I have a savings account since 1998 what I meant about "really saving" was I have started investing, opening a time deposit and doing "Ipon" challenge.  In 2014 I opened my first time deposit acco

Another Hello Kitty update!  Japan Home Philippines just launched it's Hello Kitty baking and kitchen tools - Cook and Bake your delicious meals with these super cute Hello Kitty kitchen items.   I love to cook and bake - these will be a great addition to my kitchen tools and utensils.♥ The Collection comes in 3 sets - the pink, red and black and the stainless steel. Here are the things that I bought... from the Pink and Black & Red Collection: I also bought extras because I gave them as a gift last Christmas.  As you can see the Pink collection is more on the baking tools/utensils, while the Black & Red are mostly kitchen tools... Now I will be more excited to cook and bake...  These cuties will make my kitchen so adorable! (*wink)   By the way I also have the Hello Kitty x Chef made baking collection, will share them with you on a separate blog hopefully soon... ♥ xo, Chiq♥

Happy New Year!  2020 has been a challenging year to all of us, and I know we are all hoping for a better and healthier 2021.  I want to share my last year's best nine.  Although we really don't want to look back on what transpired in 2020 (because we really want to close that chapter), but I am still grateful...  Yes, I'm grateful and thankful for a lot of things:  Me and my family are safe and healthy (even though Covid19 is still present until this day), I still have my job  (we all know that a lot of people lost their jobs because some of the businesses closed out),  my small online business is still open and that really helped me especially during the pandemic. Top nine (part 1) When Metro Manila was placed under quarantine there are no other things to do at home: it's either you clean, organize, bake and cook.  Well I did all of that... but that period really brought back my love for cooking and baking.  It's my first time to bake (a cake)  again after almost