There are very few things aside from food and Muji that brings me to The Fort. If it isn’t an exhibit, show, or friends, it must be something I can’t find in the North.
So before the payday weekend hit, I make sure to check out Tomato Green’s summer collection.
Men’s watches
Colored pants
When I saw this online, I just knew I had to buy it. Loveleh!
Chambray shirts.
I don’t wear short-sleeved shirts, because it’s either too small or lousy on me. But Tomato’s shirts fit well!
Summer shorts
This set is very me: shirt, cardigan, and maybe denim
Aside from sneakers, they have boat shoes and loafers as well.
This is my normal look, watch out for my Tomato look though – I never have thought I can look like that! Also, I hope they bring Tomato Green to their North branches!! :)
Goy invited to the blogger’s launch of Get Sole shoes. I love how these blogger launches are getting informal and more intimate. Now it’s in the newly opened Chatime branch in Eton Centris. Talk about more events happening in the North!
I love them basics!
The insole gets me interested.
Brand ambassador Kelly Medina talks about Get Sole and his very first brand ambassadorship!
The David Guison (sorry, Dave, I love putting The, haha!) He’s the other brand ambassador aside from Kelly.
We walked around Eton Centris Walk after the event. I love how modern-looking the place is. Some more restaurants and shops, and it should be happening soon!
HOY PAX! Haha! We were goofing around with Paul the PR Guy. He’s cute noh? Pax is already all clingy on him, LOLJK!
Thanks to Paul for this photo. I look mad and like I won in Battle Royale, haha!
Oxygen x Marcela Gutierrez graphic tee,Folded and Hung denim pants and cardigan (as cape),Thrifted military boots
I cannot not say that my inspiration for this outfit is my androgynously dressed friends! LOL, kidding aside, I just came up with this look ’cause it suddenly rained and it was cold outside so I had to cover up. But it got a little hot after (damn you, climate change!) and I don’t want to put my cardigan on the bag, so I thought I’d use it as a cape. Witty or wit?
Back to Get Sole! You can get these in your favorite American Boulevard shops! I’m thinking of getting the brown one for everyday officewear (yeah we’re cool like that in our office :P)
Reminds me of Final Fantasy Tactics any time of the day
This isn’t for sale, just to be clear about it. Yes, celebrity stylist Robert Verdi just wants to break our hearts for making these. He painted several Vans slip-ons with his favorite Hermes scarves, and these are just some of my favorites. Look at all his painted shoes here. Gawd, he’s sucha trendsetter.
Imagine how happy Doc Martens lovers here in Manila were when the beloved shoe brand announced they’re opening in The Fort Strip in Bonifacio Global City! A lot of us were frustrated because there is not one outlet that sell trusty ol’ DM boots before. So when it reopened its doors again to Manilenos, there is no way we would miss it!
14-holes!!!! Oh love.
Mantons, Desert boots, Tassel loafers, and Bennets
Everyone was wearing their favorite Docs
Dr. Martnes Philippines is located at The Fort Strip – in a container van! Very cool concept! It looks like pop-up shop, but when we asked around, the people working there actually told us it’s here to stay! OH JOY!!!!
Dinner break at Burger Avenue
Radiactive Sago Project plays for Dr. Martens Philippines opening
Borgy Manotoc hosts the giveaway
Thrifted blazer, Basic white v-neck, H&M purple plaid scarf, Penshoppe semi-glossy pants, Thrifted (from Karl Leuterio) boots, Bags of Love UK leather holdall bag
Batchel. A satchel with a handle. I don’t know where did the “B” come from, haha. Doesn’t really need to be Cambridge, but it won’t hurt too if you get me a Cambridge haha. Preferably 13″ and in mustard or brown :P
Creepers. A 50′s classic! I don’t know when I started liking it, but it is definitely in my radar now (especially because I need the height LOL!)! I don’t know where else in the Philippines you can find one aside from Gold Dot! That furry addition and military belt buckle detail is just so fierce! I’m a size 8 men’s, haha!
The Amazing Playground Letterman jacket. Patched with the letter J, please! Am no jock, but I really dig these jackets – you all know I love stuff I can wear anywhere! Preferably medium size and in maroon and white. #AlamNa! :P
iPod Nano 3rd gen. This is my favorite iPod nano! I sold my iPod a couple of years ago, and now I want one again. I know I’m such a fickle, haha! I’d love a silver one :)
Moonleaf Planner. CROSS. THIS. OUT. Because… Moonleaf management has already given me one!!! Thank you Moonleaf! But I lalalalalalalove this planner — I quit a five-year habit for this and saved up money and calories. There’s a lot inside too — YOU HAVE TO BUY ONE FOR YOU TO KNOW :P
A date in Moonleaf Maginhawa and my Wintermelon Black Tea. 100% sweetness, no add-ons. Buy me tea with macarons, pleash? I’d love a catch up session with people I haven’t seen for a while and maybe, just maybe I can bring someone special here too :3
Sophie’s Mom Red Velvet Cupcakes + Dulce de Leche Chocolate cupcakes. I’ll finish a dozen quickly! Oh alright, I’ll share! HAHA! I love that it’s just so perfect. Finally, I have found my perfect cupcake :3 *SOB*
Macarons. Salted Caramel please! Before cupcakes, I am so gaga with Macarons! Empire and The Cookie Jar make exquisite batches of guilty macaron love! Perfect with a cup of tea.
Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins boxed set. Been meaning to read the whole saga, but damn I need to find time. I need to read this before the movie hits theaters. That gives me three months — GO FIGURE!
Anything crucifix without a man. I think I am starting to have a cross fever! Amen fashion anyone?
NYC Subway Map Mighty Wallet. My New York project hasn’t formally started yet, but this can help it kick start! The name of the game is simple – collect anything that shouts (or even whisper) NUEVA YORK! Anyway this wallet is made from recyclable materials so it’s earth-friendly and you can buy this from Punchdrunk Panda, yow!
Opulence by Jeremy Scott and/or White Rebel by Swatch. I haven’t worn any watch since my last duty in college. But I will wear one again (and promise will never be late again — CHOS LANG!)
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Advanced grateful remarks to those who will gift me (kapal lang noh?!) But seriously, any gift wrapped with a whole lot of love is fine. A lil’ addition, i.e. anything from this list, will be better though — HAHA!
Gird your loins for the I’m-a-brat Wishlist Christmas 2011 edition!!!
I will have to apologize for the blurred photos. This is Jonver in shopping mode :P
I am very prepared when the Bloggers United bazaar was announced. I know which stores to go to already. What I didn’t prepare though is my time. I had a meeting early in the morning. So what I only saw in David‘s booth was these signs, LOL! Seriously, kidding aside, all the stuff I wanna buy from David was swept clean. Better luck next time, I guess…
Accessories from Gelo Arucan! I wanna buy the Born This Way but I forgot to!
Sino itong bakla na lagi kong kasamang magshopping?! ALAMIN. Chos!
The Plump Pinay has a very nice booth! CAN YOU BELIEVE I scored a hoodie from them (that I don’t have a photo now!) Aside from the perfect fit, I love the vintage Rolling Stones illustration. SCORED… OH YEAH!
The sellers at Divine Lee/Tim Yap/Victor Basa‘s booth we’re very kind! 1. They gave me a discount for V’s vintage boots, 2. There was a lotto ticket in V’s shoes and they gave it to me na lang haha AND 3. I left my DSLR at their booth and they were kind enough to keep it!!!! I WAS REALLY WORRIED! But I am so proud of them for being honest. *fist pump* tayo mga Ate!
Gold Dot team! No I didn’t buy a pair of shoes for myself from Gold Dot (asa naman sa malapad kong mga feet) but I scored booties from internationally known blogger Karl Leuterio! It was the right fit and it’s ITALIAN. I can ask for nothing more!
Sorry for the lack of photos, especially that of my purchases. But all in all I just spent something over a thousand pesos for TWO BOOTS and a HOODIE. It’s like I went to ukay but I just got really fabulous pieces!!! Can’t wait to post outfit photos using them!!!
My shopping partner in crime, Jen Aquino, in leopard sheer blazer. Arrive. Idagdag mo ang pangalawang Longchamp Le Pliage nya. ARRIVE.
Went to Mary Grace to grab early dinner…
Fried Kesong Puti with Chili Daing Dressing. This naturally goes with a calamansi dressing, but I like to try the chili daing dressing. The waiter was too kind to accommodate my request :)
It was funny when I took this photo. The lens was fogged up because of the aircon and I didn’t notice it. I like the effect though.
Grilled Classic Ensaymada. Fluffy and cheesy. Why can’t all ensaymadas be like this?!
Pasta Amatriciana with Italian meatballs. Pasta for my fabulous meat-loving friend.
Oh this dressing… IS LOVE!
Dropped by Sonja’s to grab a red velvet cupcake. I am still in the Red Velvet fever.
The Red Velvet Vixen
I died of happiness that day. Shopping + Foodtrip is indeed the most foolproof stress buster!
I’m laughing at myself while doing this post, because it’s overdue for nearly a month. I’M LIKE REALLY BUSY THESE PAST FEW DAYS. I can’t even.
Anyhoo, here are some photos from the Luxe Bazaar. I really love this bazaar because the Ariato Center in Il Terrazo is uber comfy! Plus, a lot of my blogger friends were also there + Sophie’s Mom + Milk Tea. I can’t wish for anything else. CHOS! :P
Punchdrunk Panda team
Gold Dot
Happy Hoodies! I seriously love them!
I wanna buy this pair of boots from Five by Five…
But it doesn’t fit me well. Oh how sad.
Gold Dot team! I scored two pairs of heels for my sister for just PhP2000! Thank you Gold Dot
My sister will use this for her debut
The two shoes cost around PhP5000, and I get it for over 50% off. WHAT. A. DEAL!!!
Ain’t they pretty?!
Sophies Mom! I died when I knew they were there. Their Red Velvet Cupcakes are to die for!
Dulce de Leche chocolate cupcakes. Sinful.
I was saying goodbye to Tita Tonette and was getting their card (so I can visit them in their Makati shop) when this little cute kid Sam offered me a nutella mochi. THIS CUTE KID IS SO SWEET *SOB* Thanks, Sam! Hope to see you again!
It was my first time to try Teaology! I will surely review this one for The Milk Tea Project — which reminds me to update already. HAHA!
Bench black basic collared shirt, Gap striped shorts, Liliw espadrilles, Thrifted panda puppet (which is so cute!)
Of course, I won’t pass without an outfit shot LOL! But seriously, when manning a bazaar, one has to be comfy enough to move around – carry stocks, keep the booth organized, and accommodate customers. But also, one should look nice especially when facing and talking to customers. My trusty espadrilles (from Liliw, Laguna! BUY LOCAL!) were super comfy and stylish enough, matched with a foolproof combo of black outfits!
It’s here, oh my GAWD it’s here!!! FINALLY! Dr. Martens is back in Manila! *exclamation abuse!!!!!!!*
I remembered seeing them in SM North – Annex when I was a kid, and then they were gone for quite some time. One had to go to Hong Kong or Singapore (nearest alr!) to buy a pair of trusty ol’ 1460 boots!
Y’all know I’m a boot lover, and there is no way a boot lover can’t recognize a DM when he sees one! I’m so excited for this!
You may register here for the opening of the new concept store at The Plaza at Fort Strip on Dec. 9! Find the container van (nice idea, actually) near Puccini! Radioactive Sago Project will be performing at 9pm, but I prolly won’t recognize it anymore because I’m in the middle of all those Docs! Sorry, no offense meant. I love RSP! And oh, now you can gift me with a DM without going out of the country *oh yeeeeeah!*
Can’t. Wait.
J
P.S. My favorite brands keep on going here in Manila! What else to watch out for? I heard H&M, Uniqlo, and Cotton On are on their way to Manila?! From the people who brought it all for you!!! WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! Now I can say that F21 isn’t the only beautiful thing that hit Manila! I hope Nicola Formichetti drops by when Uniqlo opens *omgomgomgomgomgomgomgomgomgomgomg*
This beautiful poster is made by Megann Jabola! Cute ain’t it?
From the success of BLOGGERS UNITED 1 comes another bloggers gives back x meet and greet by the original team of Ana Gonzales, Melai Entuna and Aisa Ipac. They encourage camaraderie and sense of “community” among Manila’s (and eventually, the country’s) fashion blogging community through events and productions like this.
It was fun last BU and I cannot fathom it’s double the whammy now!!!
Featuring some of Manila’s top and notable bloggers – Divine Lee (watch out for her YSLs!!!), Laureen Uy (Steve Maddens? Hmmmm), Kookie Buhain, Lissa Kahayaon (perhaps some maxis!), David Guison (I want dibs on his boots :P), Karl Leuterio (HEEL-LESS?!), Patricia Prieto (pretty, plafyful dresses) and Preview Magazine’s own Daryl and Andre Chang (God, I can buy off his whole closet if I have zeh money!).
But because Bloggers United wishes to go beyond the geographic limitations of the archipelago and extend its reach beyond Metro Manila and so for this event, they are flying in some of Cebu’s very own fashion bloggers which include Kryz Uy, Eden Villarba, designer Yves Camingue, Gillian Uang and Mildred Zapanta and a few more. Say hello to some of my BBM-mates! Hi Eden :3
Part of the proceeds from this event will go to the GMA Kapuso Foundation for its school building project, a small but significant step to improve the Filipino youth’s access to education.
So if you’re up for some early and happy Christmas shopping with your favorite bloggers, head over at Treston College at University Parkway District, 32nd Street corner C-5 Road, Bonifacio Global City – just right in front of Market! Market! and where Junior Masterchef Philippines are shooting.
Very inclined to Jerome Lorico’s present collection :)
This is my favorite pair!
Another favorite from the Bumgarners
Regal
Reminds me of Final Fantasy Tactics any time of the day
