Buns and Fringes

| Promod Fringe Bag, Forever 21 White  Sheer Top, Connector Ring and Gold Strappy Sandals, Topshop Black Shorts, Thrifted Printed Blazer, Goody Elastic Bands |

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Once upon a Wednesday morning...

     the sun is up and bright in Sengkang (as always) and I can't help but put my shades on (Haha). I don a messy bun to keep my hair up and neat, grabbed a couple of sandals, paired it with a light fringe clutch (which can only accommodate my EZ link card, a lipstick, a pack of blotting paper, two phones, some cash and nothing else) and voila! As simple as that my summer wardrobe is re-lived! 

What do you think about this look? 

Xx, 

Nikki

A Fresh Twist For Summer

Look your best & feel fresh this summer with Tomato’s retro 60’s style with a modern twist that puts elegance in young & sexy. It’s all about bringing out that oozing, subtle sex appeal with comfortable clothes that are made to fit & flatter any type of body by enhancing your best features with soft materials, cuts & patterns for a distinctive summer look.

Tomato Summer has the vibe of retro 60’s goldern age with a modern sexy twist of the 2000!  The country’s premier stylists Pam Quinones and Rey Ilagan teamed up with in demand Make-up and Hair stylists Robi Pinera and Raymond Santiago in this Modern Classic Marc Nicdao photoshoot that gives you the Elegance and sexy vibe of the 60’s with a very fresh, young and modern twist. 

Tomato channeled the legendary sex appeal of  Brigitte Bardo with a hint of that Cindy Crawford style.  It’s Hollywood royalty meets Fashion Icon!  Big hair and pop of colors in swimsuits and summer wear in muted and high contrast shades of green, tangerine, earth tone shades of browns and blues dominate the 2012 Tomato’s Summer Collection High waist cut swimsuits with sexy peek a boo details will make every woman feel like a siren while leaving the men gasping for more.  

 

No questions ask, this will definitely complete your summer essentials! You better head over to the nearest Tomato branch and have your self a look! Trust me,with it’s affordable price, you’ll end up hoarding each and everyone of ‘em! and what do you think about the idea of shopping there with your man who will certainly fall over with those colored chinos and cuff shorts? Sweet Enough!

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Be Delicious!

Xx,

Nikki

Extra Goofy

Eye Popping Colors. Bright contrasting hues. Winsy prints. Stop me before I fill this post up with those very summer worthy adjectives.

Don’t you just love how this season could give us unexceptional possibilities to dress up? From splices of patterns to solid color blocking to yummy pastels, I could zaberously go on and on and on…and on to name it all up!!!

|Forever 21 Top, Q&A Skirt, Casio Vintage Watch, Privilege Ankle Strap Shoes, Thirfted Accessories, Accessorize Bracelet|

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and as much as I am close to despise how sultry (note 34°C here) it is in Manila lately, I couldn’t help but dress more often. I don’t know if it has really something to do with my more feminine sense of clothing, but I noticed that I have more clothes for hot days than for cold ones. It’s a closet domination.

Got me? If you did, well maybe you’re just like me who let summer clothes take over her closet, don’t worry coz that’s a good thing, I guess! (hihi) Is it? So we gotta do what we gotta do, let’s take those clothes out and wear ‘em! :)

 - on to my outfit now. I wore this to one of my friend’s (read closest girlfriend) birthday party at Distillery last weekend and I’d love to share this photo to all of you, just because I’m “extra goofy” here (I always look serious in my outfit shots, that’s me trying to do fierce shots or..not haha) but realistically, I am more likely the person in this photo :

Those are spreads of moisten chocolate cake on our front teeth! hihihihi! ;)

P.S
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Happy Weekend!

Xx,

Nikki

Trending : Spring Metallics

Are you someone like me who always get attracted to shiny things? Well, this week’s trend post is for you, Say Bonjour! to all things sparkly and eye-popping let’s speak Metallica! Metallics is a trend that dominates the recent New York and Paris Fashion Week. You can see it every where from Marc Jacobs to Pabral Gurung and other fashion gods and godesses. It’s a time less trend, and in my percepts, it will stay in my wardrobe forevah, I bet in yours too?

Here are some pieces I put together with the use of polyvore, and in addition, some tips on how you can work with it, Enjoy! ;)

First Look : Color Block With Metallics 

I put together colorful pieces. Metallics are sparkly, so when combined with busy colors, the effect might be a little contradicting. The key is to choose a simple shiny piece, like a plain gold top and pair it with a colorful bottoms add accessories and pair it with a printed bag like a Polka Satchel and a bright shoes…Voila! Color Block achieved.

Second Look : Get That Evening Sparkle

This look is for those who party at night and wouldn’t want to be in a sexy/daring tight fitting party dress. The color combo is a bit dark so adding a bright color is a must. I included a bright fuschia Satchel. You may wonder why? Satchel for a party? YES. Why not? :)

Third Look : The Sweet Gold Digger

Don’t get me wrong with this looks’ title. I want to emphasize here the soft yet fem side of metallic trend. It’ cleqn, subtle and sophisti-cute. I think what gives this look the sparkly oomph are those pair of wedges.Do you see yourself wearing this?

Fourth Look: Walking like Sun Shine

This set of look give the total shine package. A metallic top, metallic pants, a sequined cardigan and plated flats. I like how they blend with each other, its casual  edgy and classy at the same time. For college girls out there, you should try putting together pieces like these.

Fifth Look : Yearn for the Sheen

This look got me yearning for all the sparkly shoes. If you’ll opt of wearing a simple dress or that little black dress in your closet, make sure you’ll pair it with an over the top shoes. Try wearing gold, silver or sequined for an instant polish.

Metallic Dresses

Metallic Bottoms

Metallic Shoes

Sequined Clutches (my favorite)

P.S

Which Look is your favorite?

If you love this trend as much as I do, you’re free to send me a photo of you wearing it and I will feature you in line with this post. Email me at nicole_alejandro@hotmail.com 

I’ll leave you guys with a quote for now “Don’t let other people steal your shine from you, make sure you always carry your sparkly eyes and your brightest smile” :)

Happy Weekend Everyone!

Kisses,

Nikki

The Great Andrew

  When we lose something that is precious to us, we are left with a feeling of sadness. Whether it is a precious friend or even a treasured object, the loss can be hard to bear. It is as if a part of you has gone missing. Throughout our life we amass collections of friends and treasured possessions. Having close relationships help us feel as if we are not alone in the world. When we lose someone or something that is precious to us, we may realize that there is a certain aloneness that can never be filled. :(

   To my dearest cousin Andrew. You will always and forever be in my heart. I know that you’ll be a Guardian Angel to all of us.I may have doubted God for taking you away from us,you’re only 15 and has a life ahead of you but I know that you’re Safe and much happier now.We love you! RIP :’(

   Sorry for putting up a negative emotion here. I promised not to rant or vent out on my blog posts but I couldn’t help but share it to all of you. Focussing now..

Here’s for my outfit post:

Top: WAGW| Shorts: DIY (will post how to do it on my next blog)

Accessories: all from SM Accessories except the Black ring from F21

Shoe: JellyBean (Thank You for sending it to me!) | DIY Stockings

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P.S

I am still in grief but I know this will pass. Little by little I’m learning how to Accept what happened to Andrew. I dedicate this post to him! :)

“‘Everything that has a beginning has an ending.  Make your peace with that and all will be well’ - Siddhartha Gautama

Love,

Nikki

Long Live Florals

Top: Top Shop 

Skorts: Androgyny (5Oth Ave)    

Accessories: |L-R| Thifted Bangles, F21 Powder Blue Ring, Adlo Ring, F21 Flower ring, Silver Pearled Ring (My Boyfriend’s Mom), Connector Ring from F21 and Promod Bangle

Shoes: Parisians

Socks: SM Department Store

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P.S

Don’t you just love how FLORALS can give that ooomph! It’s one trend I’ll always go for, for all seasons! I have a deep connection with anything floral. I guess thats my Feminism speaking. ;)

Credits to my sister who took these photos, catch her on her site! :)

Love,

Nikki