Just in: November part 1

Been awhile since I've done a new in post so I'm breaking into two parts.

 
My Mom went home to the Philippines last month and my cousins sent me some goodies. They know my love for oversized graphic tees and got a few. Perfect to pair with pencil skirts or skinny jeans. The wide-leg pants is from Cuz who bought this pair from her recent trip to HK. (Thanks Cuzzy!)

just in: september

Sharing some new items I bought the past month. I should state here though that this should be it for awhile - I should put a stop to all these shopping and little treats to self as the holidays are drawing near and I must save! 



H&M neon tee. I love the relaxed fit and the eye-catching color! Perfect for dressing up a pair of bell-bottoms or dressing down a pencil skirt.


Sling bag from Zara. The moment I saw this, it was love at first sight. It's soft leather and all black style reminds me of my dream bag - the Alexander Wang Rocco bag. But with a hefty price tag that comes that, this similar one is a great alternative.  

 

Graphic tee from Pull & Bear. Never underestimate the power of a graphic tee. This simple tee looks great with casual outfits - paired with denim shorts, for example or acid wash skinny jeans. But my favorite is dressing it up - I've got a pair of pencil skirt in mind for this. 


Soft denim shorts from Bossini. I must admit, I'd never thought I'd be ever shopping at Bossini. I'm not a big fan of this brand, but my Mom is. I spotted this while she was shopping and I just fell for it. It reminds me of a very similar pair I saw at Zara Spring/Summer 2011. Instead of a casual look, I'm looking forward to pairing this with high heels and button downs.

beat it

Ma is a big Michael Jackson fan. Ok - that's probably an understatement. She's a crazed fan that she has all the CDs and concert DVDs, borrows all the MJ books at the National Library and takes notes of the MJ timeline in her special MJ notebook. (Crazed, I tell you!)


And because I still have a graphic tee hangover, I borrowed Ma's prized Michael Jackson tee.


As usual, employed my usual trick - paired with pencil skirt.


Here's a closer look at the tee. Classic 80s MJ.



So happy finally got the chance to wear my super comfy flat ankle boots again. Haven't been able to take these babies out in a long time.


Have a great week ahead. 


I was wearing: H&M Beat It tee borrowed from Ma, pencil skirt from Landmark (Manila), Zara flat ankle boots.

in the mix

My favorite tees are men's size (I hate the ladies' that are contoured at the waist) with some graphic or interesting print. Instead of the usual jeans and t-shirt, I opt to "dress up" my tees by mixing them with more formal pieces.


Like pairing with my favorite pencil skirt:


The graphic tee featured electric guitars which added a rock and roll vibe to this outfit.



Juxtaposed a grunge Nirvana t-shirt with this girly pair of salmon pleated pants.



Made more feminine when paired with a skirt instead of jeans.



B2B have the most interesting designs. This one is 80s Japan.


I was wearing:
First look - People are People (Manila) top, pencil skirt from Landmark (Manila), Zara lace-up boots
Second look - H&M Nirvana tee, pleated pants from Zara, Charles & Keith pumps
Third look - B2B tee, indigo skirt from Lver, sandals from Athens