just in: nude pumps

Dropped by Zara yesterday with just a plan to browse but then I found this pair of nude pumps, tried them on and fell head over heels.

I need to buy a new pair anyway for my cousin's wedding in March. (Yup, that's my excuse!) Actually, I've been looking for a similar pair in black that Zara released last year. Saw them everywhere in blogs, like Carolina Engman's metallic pair. Sadly, I don't think this style was ever made available here in Singapore. So I'm glad I finally got my hands on a similar pair and in nude (I don't own a pair of nude heels yet) is a nice bonus.


Now since the main purpose for these heels is for my cousin's wedding in March, I have to control my EQ and refrain from wearing them. But I do plan to wear them once or twice them before then to break them in. (Yup, that's my excuse!)

greased

My style has always centered on the juxtapositions of the girly with the manly - like a floral dress + utility vest or men's tee with a full skirt. But on Tuesday, the theme was all out androgyny.





Black + white 



A co-worker commented that I am just a black eyeliner away from goth. Umm, actually I was going for Danny Zuko (see blog title, duh).



Added touches of silver to the black and white palette.



And men's inspired footwear to complete the look.


I was wearing: Black skinny pants from Tangs department store, Cotton On muscle tee, H&M leather gilet and shoes from a store in Central World in Bangkok.

shapes and sizes

I saw this Nike Women ad making the rounds in Facebook:

I wanted to post this here to put things back into perspective. Sometimes when I look at all these fashion bloggers with their long skinny legs and arms, it's so easy to fall prey to want to achieve that model/waif-ish figure. I admit, even until now - if I don't check myself - I can so easily fall victim to this mentality. "Drainpipes look so much better on long skinny legs, etc. etc." 
So this post is me reminding myself  to embrace and love what my body has become after 7 years of working hard at the gym. No shame in muscles and strength. 


Cheers!

the wedge

Saw this cool pair of wedge heels from Zara's Spring-Summer collection:

Image from Zara.com

This reminded me of an old pair of wedges I picked up from Aldo. So I decided to wear them today.



I was attracted to this pair because it recalls a similar style from Celine. Unfortunately, I have to use this sparingly as they are not the most comfortable pair. I tried all sorts of cushions and inserts but the balls of my feet still end up battered after a long day walking in these shoes. 

sky blue sky

I'm not a big fan of pink. In fact, before I even picked up this pair of shorts, I was already carrying a similar pair in white with black print. But then I saw this and thought it's time to give bright colors a try. 



Yes! I am still color-blocking here. I just love the counterpoint of the sky blue men's button-down to the girly pink shorts. 
Something easy and comfy for the endless summer weather. 



To emphasize the summer theme, went with a pair of sandals.


I was wearing: Muji men's short-sleeved shirt, printed shorts from H&M, sandals from Athens.

TGIF

What with today's lovely overcast weather and it being Friday, I wanted to wear something "lazy" and comfortable. (Sorry for the haggard face - lack of sleep.)



It's deliciously cool (well, relatively speaking) today and since it's freezing in the office, I wore my favorite knit again.



This time, instead of pairing with my pencil skirts as usual, I've decided to wear with my balloon dress (worn as a skirt).



Lately, I've been pairing my ankle boots a lot with skirts and dresses. At first I hesitated to do this because it feels so Teen Vogue. But if you find just the right style of boots paired with just the right garments, this styling can be age-appropriate. 


I love how this look turned out. So comfortable for a lazy Friday.


Have a good weekend!


I was wearing: Bysi dress worn as skirt, knit from SM Surplus (Manila), flat ankle boots from Zara.

first of February

...And just like that, we are already on the second month of 2012. It feels like it was just yesterday that we welcomed the new year. How are you holding up on those New Years' resolutions? :P



Navy + green is my new favorite color combo. 


For a change, I've decided to pair my midi pencil skirt with a shirt in my size. :)
Here's a closer look at the top:



I'm pretty happy with this and I got it for such a good bargain - P300($10)!



Love this little hip-band detail. 


I was wearing: Striped pencil skirt from Rockwell Powerplant Mall (Manila), navy top from Divisoria (Manila), Charles & Keith shoes