charmed life♥

It's always the best time to share an amazing meal with the family. My cousin and her children (from Sydney) are currently here in Manila. Last weekend we had lunch at Steak and Frice in Central Square Mall Bonifacio High Street. For those who know me, I am not familiar with places in BGC and I don't go there often. You need to drag me to make me go there (honestly it's because of the traffic at C5). To make the long story short, I stepped out of my comfort zone - and went to BGC to have lunch with my relatives. Wasn't able to take photos of the resto but the interior is sophisticated and has an elegant ambiance.  This is not your usual old fashion steakhouse, it's modern and loving because it's well-lit.  The steakhouse is owned by Amado Forés son of the famous Margarita Forés (who owns Cibo).   Salad and appetizer: we ordered their famous Onion flower and Bacon steak Caesar Salad. The Onion flower is served with "Dad's Basketball Sauce" is so yum...

Accessorizing our bags might be one of the most fun things to do, because it gives our bag it's own uniqueness and personality.  Bag charm trend is back this year: and take note the trend does not mean adorning our bags with one bag charm... Saw this trend at Miu Miu's Spring 2024 runway fashion show. Aside from the usual bag charms or key rings this year's version of bag accessorizing includes hanging baubles, plushies, beads, and all the cute things to your purse.  It's like wearing your personality on your arm or shoulders. 1. Bag on Bag charm plus extra additional charms source: Harper's Bazaar 2. Keys, padlocks and chains  source: Highsnobiety 3. Oversized keychains  source: Refinery29 3. Plushies, sunnies, paracord and etc. It's a whole new level of bag accessorizing, right?!  What do you think about this?  Would you go for this trend?   If you ask me I find this really cute... and I might try this trend but will go for things light and thos...

source: Freepik We all know menopause is inevitable.   Skin changes are one of the side effects of it. The drop of estrogen during menopause causes dry skin and acne.   I started protecting my skin at 35, so I felt I had prepped my skin for menopause. Of course I thank my parents for good genes.   Last month, I started experiencing dry and flaky skin: around my mouth and the lower part of my cheeks.  Since I just started using a new product (that time)  sun block and makeup primer in one, I thought it was the cause of the dryness.  So I decided to stop using it, but my face remained dry and flaky (even though I still use my favorite skincare). I was planning to visit my dermatologist, but I thought of trying Clinique moisturizer again (if it does not work - it's derma time). I stopped using it - let's admit it's a bit pricey I have no choice because I know it's one of the best moisturizers in the market. Instead of using my usual facial wash,...

A shiny and shimmering statement piece is coming this Spring and Summer of 2024.  A soft launch of metallic bags was seen on the last part of 2023.  So expect more : Metallic Silver, Gold and Rosy Golds ... I'm excited. Preppy outfit + Metallic bag --- I love it!♥ Here are some of Metallic bags from high end luxury to budget friendly.  My fashion mantra is always - Style or Fashion need not be expensive... You can innovate or make an extra effort to search for affordable fashion finds. source: Chanel This Mini flap bag with star coin purse is one of my favorites, well as we all know Chanel doesn't come cheap.  This comes in two variants - Light Gold and  Light Purple.  Dimension : 7.8 x 5.85 x 2.54  inches.  There is also a slightly smaller version of this mini flap that measures 7.4 x 4.9 x 2 inches comes in 3 colors: Metal Pink, Metal Purple and Light Gold. This is the larger version of the Chanel mini flap that only comes in Metallic Silver and...

source: Amazon.com As they say, good health starts with a healthy gut.  If you have an unhealthy gut you normally experience the following: upset stomach (bloating, gas, constipation), fatigue, skin conditions, bloating, and some autoimmune conditions.  Probiotics help improve these things.  Few years ago, I started  suffering from  Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) which is also known as Acid Reflux.  I have experienced this more often especially when I reached menopause.  Even though I tried to stay away with foods that trigger it.  Bottom line: Digestive problems is really one of the side effects of perimenopause and menopause.   Last week I started taking Goli Pre+Post+Probiotics.  It's the first 3-in-1 gummies that combines : Prebiotics - "a non-digestive food ingredient that beneficially affects the host by selectively stimulating the growth of one or a limited number of bacteria in the colon and thus provides host health...

Mochi recently had his photoshoot at Turnkey Studios.  It was fun and great experience for Mochi and of course me (his stage mum).  The photos are all amazing.  The photographer Ms. Hilda and her team mate Ms. Natalie were very patient with him and they really know how to handle pets in photoshoots. Photoshoot is not new to Mochi.  He had his first ever photoshoot in 2021 when he was chosen to be a part of Simparica trio's 50 Most InPawential Pets.  My little Mochi is really a superstar, he knows how to project in front of the camera. (Not camera shy at all -  really a celebrity at heart) Here are some his photos on the shoot.  I hope you will love them as much as I do. For those who are interested : Turnkey Studios is located at the 2nd Floor The Grove (Rockwell) Retail Row, Ugong Pasig City. xo, Chiq♥

 Ash Wednesday signifies the beginning of Lent.  Catholics attend mass and ashes are applied on their foreheads and the priests says : "Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return." This is also the start of fasting and abstinence... which means people from 18 to 60 years old will not eat meat. As we begin this season of Lent, we should confess and turn away from sins...