PFW Outfit

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Hi Leyn,

I’m Cleo and I’m 24 y/o. I’ve been a follower of your blog since time immemorial :p Charos lang. Basta since blogspot days eh reader mo na ko. Pati nga twitter & tumblr mo eh pinatos ko na rin sa pag-follow =)

Anyhoo, I’m writing you an email to ask your help about fashion. A designer friend of mine invited me to attend the Philippine Fashion Week on the 28th at the SMX Convention Center because she will be showcasing her designs on the said event. Problem is, I haven’t been in a fashion show before. I do watch some on TV but never attended one in the past. I don’t want to look like I’m trying so hard to be a fashionista. Ayokong magmukhang I’m overdressed. We also plan on going out for some drinks after the event. What can you suggest for me to wear on the 28th? Okay lang ba mag-dress?

Btw, I’m only 5′1, fair-skinned and medium built.

Thanks so much for the help and stay pretty :)

Thanks,
Cleo

Dear Cleo,

Thanks for your continued support even though my blogspot is already dead. Hehe.

For the upcoming Philippine Fashion Week, it’s better to put on something from the S/S collection since this year’s PFW theme is ‘fashionable chic’. If you’ll be present as a guest and will merely watch the show, a simple cocktail dress and open-toe high heels is the safest outfit you can wear. Wearing a party dress with inflated designs and atypical style can make you seem overdressed. It’s not necessary to be in a super fabulous dress unless you’re one of the front-row guests. Remember, most people who attend such events are fashionistas so be careful with your get-up.

Little Black Dress
A simple yet sophisticated LBD doesn’t go obsolete. Whether you choose a tube dress or with sleeves, the style is apt for the said event…

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Indelible Ink

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Sa totoo lang, takot ako sa indelible ink…

…so I was expecting such reaction today because it’s my first time to vote. But anyway, since my friends are uploading a mandatory ‘finger shot’ proving that they did vote, I am posting mine too. Hehe. According to the news, the indelible ink will take at least a week to be washed off. But with the help of my nail polish remover, I successfully removed it in a matter of 15 minutes. Seriously, no cheating.

Indelible, eh?

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Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2010 Schedule

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Just for everybody’s reference, here’s the show schedules of Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2010 at SMX Convention Center/ SM Mall of Asia.

May 26 Wednesday:

5:30pm – Visions and Trends Design Fusion (Anna Leah Salvador, Aries Lagat, Benjie Panizales, Don Protasio, Enrico Carado, Happy Andrada, Harley Ruedas, Jaki Penalosa, Jan Garcia, Martin Bautista, Mitzi Quilendrino-Bustos, Nolie Vineza, Norman Noriega, Patrick Galang, Raoul Ramirez)

7:30pm – SM Department Store

9:30pm – Jun Jun Cambe

May 27 Thursday:

5:30pm – Premier A (Alodia Cecilia, Arnold Galang, John Paras, Kristel Yulo, Veejay Floresca)

6:30pm – Ready to Wear/ New Generation

7:30pm -  Luxe wear A

9:30pm – Bang Pineda & Tina Daniac

May 28 Friday:

5:30pm – Premier B (Czarina Villa, John Guarnes, Kenneth Chua, Lizanne Cua, Noel Crisostomo)

7:30pm – Luxe wear B

9:30pm – Frederick Peralta

May 29 Saturday:

1:00pm – Jeffrey Rogador, Kermit Tesoro, Yako Reyes

2:30pm – Alex Pigao, Dimple Lim, Michelle Lim

4:00pm – Premier C (Arnel Zulieta, Edwin Tan & Pepsi Herrera, Jerome Lorico, Lyle Ibanez, Zxander Tan)

5:30pm – Gerry Katigbak & Ronaldo Arnaldo

6:30pm – JAG

7:30pm – M Barretto

9:30pm – Penshoppe

May 30 Sunday:

2:30pm – Eric Delos Santos, Odelon Simpao, Shanon Pamaong

4:00pm – Chris Diaz, Jerome Salaya Ang, Joel Escober

5:30pm – Marlon Rivera

6:30pm – Human, Kashieca, Bench

7:30pm – Grand Allure

9:30pm – Angelo Estera & Michael Cinco

Please be informed that there are no tickets for the PFW but only invites, e-invites or guest lists distributed by the designers or event organizers.

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i-Lash Salon

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Few weeks ago, my sister tried the Lash extension service in i-Lash Salon Megamall. Their poster says it’s the first salon that specializes in lash extension. Since the prices are way cheaper than the others, I think we have no right to complain about the place. Haha. But just my two cents, here are my observations about i-Lash:

  • The beds don’t look comfortable. Though it’s no big deal since i-Lash is not a spa and it may only take an hour for the service.
  • The place is just a studio-like unit so there is no extra room for the salon’s utilities. I was even seated next to their broom, dustpan and the employees’ packed lunches.
  • Hygiene isn’t observed properly. Aside from the broom and dustpan displayed everywhere, the salon’s equipment were just improvised and they use a lot of masking tapes.
  • Be careful with what service you’d like to avail. According to one of their staff, a lot of people tend to complain after getting the Mascara Effect because their lashes became too thick (which is different from what’s displayed on their sample works). Though it was nice of them to warn us and recommended the cheaper lash extension instead.
  • The good thing is, i-Lash Salon’s services are inexpensive. I think my sister was satisfied naman. It’s truly a one-stop shop for girls who want to groom their eyes. Here are the rates:

And in fairness, customers were coming in and out of the salon on that weekday. This i-Lash Salon branch is located at 5th flr, Bldg B Megamall Ortigas.

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Battle of the Bracelets

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Random Question of the Day:

Which political give-away do you think is the most fashionable?


The baller IDs?


Erap’s wrist band?


Or the Jamby bracelet?

O diba, ang taray ng Jamby bracelet. Lol! Anyway, let’s vote wisely and hope for the best this coming election.

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Young Men’s Fashion

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Dear Leyn,

It’s 2010 and the month of May’s coming quick. As an early start, can you give fashion picks for guys that are trendy now? As for my age, im 17. And the business-y, older look doesnt really work for me. Can you give me, us a down-low on whats in for spring? Im more of a pants guy so it’ll be great if pants are features more.

BTW. I usually shop at Zara and Topman. Thanks a lot!:)

DarrenDynamite

Dear DarrenDynamite,

I usually base my taste for the latest trend from foreign designers and most recent runway collections. But because we don’t have the same season with US or Europe, I just check the pieces that are wearable and appropriate with our climate and culture. Anyhow, since you shop at my favorite stores Topshop/Topman and Zara, it’s easier for you to know the most up-to-date and hippest get-up.

First, I’ve sorted out some of my favorite outfits from the Spring/Summer 2010 Collection of different designers. You can draw inspiration from them. Here are my picks:

As you can see, most of the pieces exhibit dull colors of gray, earth, black and white. I know you’re young and hip, so most likely you’re into colorful and contrasting clothes but if you want to look more sophisticated, then follow the pattern of these shades…

(read more of Young Men’s Fashion…)

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Panties for Men

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Since a lot of guys (who secretly lurk this blog) are requesting posts about Men’s Fashion, then here it goes. But of course, let me start with the undergarments and share my latest discovery, XDRESS.COM! An online shop that sells special lingerie for men. And when I say special, what I mean is this:


The Cherry Panty for Men


Satin Lace Garter


Macho Tartan Corset

Now, who says panties don’t look good on men?

Nyahaha! These are just a few of their sexeh products. No offense meant to cross dressers but this online shop certainly gave me a good laugh. Ang mamacho pa kasi ng mga model. Ang sakit tuloy sa bangs. :-|

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Be Stupid Campaign

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Few years back, iilan lang kaming pa-bibo sa blogging which is apparently different nowadays. Lately, I’m amazed with how everybody’s trying to be witty on the internet – smart people bashing the stupids resulting to everyone sounding stupid actually.

In relation to fashion, Diesel 2010 advocates the “Be Stupid” Campaign meaning try not to take life seriously. I think this is an effective campaign that suits today’s pop culture. Here are some of my favorite “Be Stupid” adverts:

And more adverts: [1,2,3]

So the next time you sit beside someone who’s wearing the “I’m with Stupid” shirt, don’t get offended and be proud. Wenk.

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Brand Imitation

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I just came home from another beach vacation and while my friends and I were exchanging excitement about our beach clothes on the first day, I was laughing out loud when one of my friends wore this…

LOL! This imitation really sounds wrong.

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LookBook: Socks Under Sandals

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This year, socks under open sandals or high heels will be at the fore. Though the most popular socks fashion for this season is at least Knee-High Socks. That includes over-the-knee and thigh socks. Not weather friendly for us but at least a fashionable alternative for skinny jeans and leggings. The trend also serves as a good news for girls who are not comfortable exposing their legs.

I did it wrong, it’s supposed to be knee-high but I was just experimenting. Hehe.

Inspiration from Alexander Wang Spring Runway 2010.

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Casual Fashion for Men

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Hi Leyn!

I consider myself a person who can design. I do visual art (photography and graphic design) but I think I cannot do good when it comes to styling myself. I have been reading GQ and August Man for a while now and they do help when it comes to clothing a man. But the models there are, well, good looking and slim/lean/whatever. How about for a guy like me? Ehe.

I am sort of biggie on the midsection (gah! big tummy and thigh!). I have been trying to cut that down but as of now, what are the styles you can advice? Thanks much! I trust your style that’s why I asked you. :s

If you need reference, i have attached a pic. :s

Dustin

Dear Dustin,

Basing on the picture attached, I think you pick the right clothes naman. But not the right colors. You may not be as lean as those guy models on magazines but you don’t look obese naman. I bet you already know these but as a recap, here are the basics for men with fuller bodies:

  • Wear dark-colored clothes to avoid noticeable folds and creases.
  • Avoid spandex-like material.
  • Choose fabric with minimal or small prints.
  • When layering clothes, make sure that the prints are harmonized with the other pieces you wear…

(read more of Casual Fashion for Men…)

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Kutis Mayaman

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Random Question of the Day:

Don’t you think Jinky Oda is a more believable endorser of Glutamax…

…than Gretchen Barretto?

And watching this commercial, thus dark complexion or not-so-smooth skin means “Kutis Mahirap”?

Lol society.

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Jejemons and Jejebusters

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Hey Leyn,

I’m an avid reader of your blog, i love it. But before i get carried away by spilling how frequent i visit your page, here’s my query:

I’m sure that you heard about Jejemons (people who type like this: “EoW PoW UzTaH Na pOw kAyO? jEje”), how the virus spread in text messages, in friendster, and now thy are currently plaguing Facebook.

I hate Jejenism. I mean, the way they type really annoys me and I fear that one day lahat ng Pinoy ay maging jejemons na. We haters are called Jejebusters, seriously, you could look it up at urbandict.com. We do not want violence pero sila kasi ang ayaw magpadaan sa maayos na usapan.

Anyways, I just hope to get your comment on this issue. I really love your blog and more power!

Love,
~Hush

OMFG. I know the term Jejemons, but Jejenism and Jejebusters?! Too much! LOL! Eto bigla pumasok sa isip ko…

But kidding aside, the Jejemons are so 2002; way before Nokia 5110, Ragnarok and Friendster started. The label just became popular lately because everyone’s making a big deal out of it, even celebrities and on Yahoo! news. But personally speaking, I don’t want to pick on them because I’m over it. And I hope everyone does.

Pero aminin nyo, kung wala ang mga so-called Jejemons edi wala kayong pinag-ttripan ngayon. Kaya may silbi din naman sila. Don’t worry, hindi naman aabot sa “violence” ang jejenism (WTF?!) as you were worrying about. Just don’t take them seriously. And one more thing, I think it takes talent to be a Jejemon. Mahirap mag-sticky caps and weird spelling ah! Even google corrected me with this one…

Zee! i t0Ld u!

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Fake Designer Bags

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Some people are asking me for tips on how to tell a pirated designer bag from a real one. I don’t own a dozen of different designer bags so I’m not in the place to lecture everyone on how to spot fake brands in detail. But some factors are evident with regards to these things, like authentic bags cost at least 30k, original brands usually have dust bags and some Louis Vuittons don’t get damaged when you lit a lighter on it.

IMO, I’m not in favor of using replica bags. Nakakahiya. Especially if you’re with people who can recognize a fake Chanel logo or the correct font of Coach. Even the proper threading of Louis Vuitton or leather quality of Prada. I think it’s even better to use local brands or native bags instead of patronizing replicates. So don’t be fooled if someone offers you designer bags in cheaper price and insists that they’re authentic. All you need is a bit of research, visit the designer stores and save money for the dear price.

And please, authentic Prada doesn’t cost 899.75.

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Photographer Fashion

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Hi Leyn,

I’ve been an avid reader of your blog since Jologs Socialite, and I can see that you have your own SLR too. Which goes my question, how do you manage to stay fashionable while carrying your SLR with you? Like do you put it in your bag or bring it as it is? It feels so bulky whenever I go out because aside from my handbag, buhat ko rin bag ng cam. Or I use a big bag and put the cam in, which is bad I think, kase aalog alog. I need some tips, because I’m attending a grand family reunion next month and I still wanna look fashionable hindi yung mukhang photographer ka lang. As far as I know, no theme for the reunion.

I hope you can help me with this. Kung pwede isama mo na rin ang pwede kong isuot.

Isabel

Dear Isabel,

Hi! I only know a few people who are aware of my previous blog so thank you so much. Anyway, regarding your question, honestly I don’t have a decent camera bag and I’m just using the free black bag from Canon. It’s because I prefer disassembling my SLR when travelling and just put it inside my travel bag. If not necessary, I don’t carry it as is kasi parang ang show-off diba. Haha.

First, wag mo akong tularan and save your money to buy a fashionable bag. Like the ones from Crumpler. From what I know, they sell colorful camera bags and price ranges from 2500 up to 10000 pesos. Quite expensive.

(read more of Photographer Fashion…)

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