One Hat Day

[01.14.2013] Woke up in the warm embrace of my husband in the cold Tagaytay weather where we spent out first year anniversary for a quick relaxing escape from the city. I couldn't believe how fast time really flies when you're really having fun. It feels just like yesterday when we said our I DOs and when everything was at slow-mo because we were trying the revel in every second of our wedding day.

Tagaytay wasn't really our first choice to celebrate our first anniversary at, but it's the best second, I have to say. It's sort of going back to where year one started when we were still boyfriend-girlfriend. A secret garden a lot of people go to for a green feast that's out of the ordinary- Sonya's Garden. 

#instagram

Like our plans that always seem to change, this wasn't my first outfit choice for the occasion but when my sis handed me her partial and late Christmas gift, a dress from Tomato, I fell in love with it so much that I had to wear it for the special affair. The hat I also borrowed from her was also perfect for a complete simple garden-theme number. Everything just looks relaxed, young and fresh, don't you agree?

To add to the freshness of this outfit is this pretty gift I got from my hubby - a charm watch bracelet from Anne Klein, which stands as my temporary substitute for Pandora till we can actually afford one. *haha* Kudos to my sweet hubby for getting me this. Isn't it sOooo me? *lol* And what did he get in return, you ask? I hate to admit that I settled for a very very very practical gift because I couldn't afford all the things I originally wanted to give him at the moment - a grooming kit! *lol* I know, MAJOR FAIL for a first year anniversary gift but at least it's something that he will really use... right?!?!? *haha*major fail*sigh*

Well, anyway, I owe him. Good thing there will be other more occasions I can make bawi. 

Price Tags?

Hat: The Landmark (P199)

Dress: Tomato- gift from sis- (Sale @ 50% off P350)

Slippers: Havaianas (P1,250)

Bag: Forever 21 (Sale @ 70% off P661)

Cocktail Ring: Forever 21- gift from sis-in-law

Necklace: Forever 21-gift from sis-in-law

What do you think of my look? LIKE it on #clozettte

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

Africa

Three days ago, I was severely suffering a fashion dilemma on what to where to my last event for the Sexy Saves Boracay camapaign- the Axe Anarchy Island Bikini Auction Party last November 27, oooooh what a craaaazy night it was... but I'll get to that later. *wink* 

I was on the verge of giving up and make it one of my "it's just one night" moments to jump into just anything I have in my worn-out closet. If only I'm still living with my family, I would have just easily stolen a dress from my lil sister's closet (old or new), which she hate sometimes because she's so petite that I SOMETIMES (emphasis on the sometimes) return her clothes in a stretched figure. hahaha...

Anyway, over a quick lunch, I realized... If all else fails, Makati office tiangges will always save the day! Lucky for me it's Christmas season so bazaars are just everywhere in Makati. 

I spotted this peplum aztec printed dress at a small nook of a bazaar in PBCom Tower and since the dress code was supposed to be a lil beach-y (think prints, earth tones & flowy chiffon), and you know I love earth colors, I thought it's just perfect. With my animal printed strappy wedge to match, I assembled an African-inspired ensemble that's club-appropriate. Now, apologies for the smoky and kinda blurry photos. These are shots after the party so my husband and I are both tired and smoky-eyed already, and probably my camera too.

I just love how my accessories matched. Specially this white and gold elephant bangle I borrowed from my sister. It just made my whole outfit more in sync. Don't you think?

Peplum Dress: Beau Monde shop (Rack Price PhP230)

Slim Garter Belt: The Landmark (PhP109.75)

Animal Printed Wedge: Syrup (Sale @ P699)

Sling Bag: Forever 21 (Sale @ 70% P661)

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

Mailroom

One of the hardest challenges for fashion bloggers, I guess aside from thinking what to wear everyday, is finding a good location to do outfit shoots. Trust me, the background counts because photography is an art; a composition of a subject, vantage and landscape. 

Anyway, running out of spots to shoot at our condo building, I found myself affixed to this wall of mailboxes, and then I thought, why not?! If cement bricks work for others, why not mailboxes for me, right?

I was on my way to supervise another shoot for Axe and I wanted to look and feel light and comfortable because it's going to be another whole day of video/photo shoot so, I resorted to light pastel colors and comfy-cotton fabrics. 

I just love this pastel peach 3/4 cotton top from Forever 21, which I bought on SALE of course, because it clings to the body just right and the lace adds a feminine touch to it. The minis that I'm wearing is also one of my favorites because it hugs my hips perfectly, don't you think? 

My feet were still aching from walking all day in high heels the previous day so for extra comfort, I wore my trusty, old Aerosoles wedge, which made my feet smile the whole day yesterday.

As always, I kept my accessories simple for that casual- comfort effect. 

And my best accessory? My new hair of course! Just pair it with a big smile and voila...

Top: Forever 21 (Sale at P349)

Mini Skirt: The Outlet, SM Sucat (Sale at P200)

Wedge: Aerosoles, USA (Sale at $30 or est. P1,200+)

Peacock Bracelet: For Reselling Soon (Est. SRP P85)

Gold Watch: Casio (Sale 50% at P1,750)

Heart w/ Wings Necklace: For Reselling Soon (Est. SRP P150)

xoxo, 

The Clueless Mrs.

Sunset

While I melt in the sun at the Axe Anarchy Island Car Wash, I just couldn't pass the opportunity of a sunset background for an outfit shoot. And because I predicted that it's going to be a hot and sunny (and sweaty) event last Saturday, I knew exactly what to wear: #1 shorts #2 breezy-comfortable blouse #3 flats #4 sling bag #sunnies. One thing I forgot though... sunblock! 

Literally melting...

Price Tags? 

Top: For Reselling Soon (est. SRP P300)

Denim Shorts: True Love (P399)

Necklace: For Reselling Soon (est. SRP P300)

Flats: Greenhills (P290)

Sling Bag: Forever 21 (Sale at 70% off P661)

Sunnies: Fly Eyewear (P250)

What do you think of my sun-ready outfit?


xoxo, 

The Clueless Mrs.

Black & Brown

As I've shared with you yesterday, I went to a free workshop sponsored and organized by Schu, Bling Duck & Myth at the Schu Outlet Store in Ortigas where they invited speakers from the Mega Publishing Group. Well, more of that later... 

It was actually a last minute decision for me to attend the workshop because I had other plans yesterday, but since the original plan didn't push through, I quickly grabbed my phone to ask my cousin if there's still a slot left for me and voila! With literally an hour in my hands, I had to quickly think what to wear because we are talking about meeting people from Mega here... Come on, MEGA- just the best Fashion Magazine in town?!?! Pressure, right? 

Because it was really last minute, I had to *woooooozaaaaa* myself and not over think what to wear and just stick to my personal style which is predominantly Classic. So, I donned a minimalist Black & Brown ensemble.

I just love using Pixlr-o-matic App for iPhone. It really adds drama to my photos. Nice effects, don't you think?

Top: Blanc Noir (Sale at est. P349)
*borrowed from my Sister*
Black Lace-y Shorts: Red Head (Sale at P150)

To accentuate the lace see-through detail on my back, I pulled my hair into a high bun and just wore stud earrings to keep the minimalist look.

Bag: Forever 21 (Sale at 70% off P661)
Ring: For Reselling Soon (Est. SRP P100)
Bangles: For Reselling Soon (Est. SRP P150)

Tribal Wedge: Syrup from People Are People
(Sale at P699)

This was actually a nice jump shot but the face didn't translate "model" while the body angle is great so, I decided to crop the photo instead to just highlight the shoes that I'm wearing.

Now, I'm just playing around here.

Special thanks to my sister, Mars Soller, for taking 

my photos even if she's being attacked my flies 

in our backyard. Much LOVE- Ate.

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

Emo Effect

You know those days when you just want to wear black and be a bit emo for no particular reason? Well, I had one of those days today. I wasn't in the mood to really play with colors so I kept it safe with an all black comfy-casual Friday ensemble.

Also, to add to the emo effect, I edited my photos as such.

Bat Wing Sheer Top: Pasalubong from Bangkok (est. P300)
Jeans: Forever 21 (SGD19 or approx. P630)
Black Pumps: Charles & Keith (P1,999) 

With my alter ego creeping in, I just had to put a 
pop of color with a humongous fish cocktail ring 
matched with a stack of bangles.
Ring: Welmanson, Quiapo (est. P90)

xoxo

The Clueless Mrs.

SALE ALERT: Forever 21, SM Makati

Looks like my shopaholic radar is a bit off lately. Probably because I currently don't have monay to burn. Haha...

Well ladies & gents, today is your lucky day. FOREVER 21, SM Makati is ON SALE, and not just today, but for the whole weekend!

And of course, sale shopping at Forever21 is never complete without premium promos. So, here are the details:

- Present your F21 Mastercard AND SMAC/BDO Rewards, get 10% + 10% off on regular items with a minimum purchase of P5,000. (On August 17 10am-12nn)

- Present your SMAC/BDO Rewards OR SMAC/BDO Rewards, and get 10% off on regular items.

- On August 17 12nn onwards, until August 19, F21 Mastercard holders can get 10% off on regular items, with a minimum purchase of P5,000.

- BDO cardholders can avail of 5% rebate with a minimum purchase of P5,000 for all 3 days.

Plus, you get a limited F21 umbrella if you spend a minimum of P3,000 single receipt purchase on regular items.

Budget tip: if you miss the sale this weekend, don't fret. Sizes & stock might be limited after this weekend but the items on sale will probably be still on sale a week after. So, if money is tight, just wait and go with the "lataks." If you know what to look for, I'm sure you can still find something cool plus enjoy add'l discounts!

See you guys there later!

For more info, check out their official sites:

www.facebook.com/forever21ph

www.twitter.com/forever21ph

Credits: Thanks to Julianne Manaois, my kuya's GF for the heads up & www.janeenachan.com for details on the premium promos.

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

Sparrow: An attempt in Fashion Blogging

I don't really consider myself as a fashionista- though I try...- but I do LOVE Fashion. 

I took short courses on Basic Fashion Design, Pattern making and Sewing three years ago at the Fashion Institute of the Philippines. I was not able to complete the whole program, specifically pattern making and sewing,  but I do have plans of going back within the year and hopefully graduate by 2013. *cross-fingers*

When it comes to shopping, one thing about me is that I'm a very koripot shopper. I will only spend for items that I can really really use, max out its existence till the point of its retirement, and my fave price tags are the ones below P500.

With my shopaholic radar, I have spider sense on upcoming Sales, where the Clearance Outlets are, Bazaars and Ukay-Ukays too! Hopefully, I can share with you more about those in my succeeding posts. 

So, enough with the chatter, here's my first post in creating my look collection for the Clueless Mrs.

A casual-chic ensemble for the office.

Knitted Top: Forever 21 (Bought 70% off at P382.50)

Jeggings: Mango (Bought 70% off at P949)

Bag: Charlotte Russe (Pasalubong from US Sale for only $5 or approx. P250)  

Shot at Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila

All photos taken by iPhone 4S

Edited via Pixlromatic App for iPhone

Mixed & Matched bangles with Sparrow charm to add color to my outfit. 
It's also a perfect match to my necklace. 
Est. SRP P150 - P200. For Reselling soon.

Sparrow bronze necklace. Est. SRP P300-P350. 
For reselling soon.

Nude Pumps: Charles & Keith at it's break in period.(Reg. Price P2,199)

XOXO

The Clueless Mrs.