Style Chaser 3: Caroline Channing

The first time I saw Caroline Channing from 2 Broke Girls (played by Beth Behrs) I immediately fell in love with her fashion style. I could only imagine her closet full of Chanel dresses. The series was interesting in the first 5 episodes but now it became a bit dull. But nonetheless Im still eager to watch the next episodes to see what Caroline wears (although she pretty much wears the same things over and over again).

Style Chaser #2

I love how light and fresh her outfit looks. Totally perfect for summer :)

(Gosh I forgot her name and where I got this pic *credits to the owner*)

DIY inspiration: ribbon flipflops

I found this really easy tutorial  by anewfoundlove on how to revamp your old or boring flip flops and make them really pretty :)

(Photo by anewfoundlove)

skirts, skirts, skirts!

How gorgeous are these skirts? What would you pair them with? :)

fashion inspiration 1st post

I decided to make a little corner of my blog for fashion inspiration posts. I thought about making another blog for inspirations but I realized it would be too much of a hassle to maintain too blogs (plus there's a great tendency that I will become too lazy to post on the 2nd blog) So here's my first fashion inspiration post :)

by Tricia Gosingtian

my own spin on her look. I not much of a fan with her shoes so I changed the style :)

DIY inspiration:dainty summer flip flops

It's gonna be the other half of the summer season in just a few days here in the Philippines and girls still have a lot of time to be fashionably fresh. I found these really pretty and dainty flip flops that's perfect for strolling around the shore. But these pretties are a bit expensive if you're on a tight budget (I wouldn't shell out that much money anyway on a pair of flip- flops <-cheapskate). And then I thought to myself, these are really simple to make!Just grabs some bows and charms, grab some strong glue and go crazy with the designs! Now I just have to find a good pair of flip flops..

This pair is from Accessorize and it costs P900

I forgot what brand this is and how much this costs x_x

the picture is really blurry. but if you look closely the straps are decorated with colorful buttons :)

(I don't own any of these pics. I got them from candymag.com)

4-28-12

My mom asked me to arrange the flowers she bought from the market. While I was sorting through them, I found this orchid with a pinkish tint. It was the only one who had a beautiful color among the white bunch. I love how simple and beautiful this orchid looks :)

Last Sunday's snack

Gosh I've been so busy lately (or maybe that's just my excuse for not posting) these days. Anyway, my brother made this snack for the whole family last Sunday. Around here we call it pancit palabok. The white noodle part is rice noodles and the sauce is just some ready-to-mix stuff that my mom bought from the grocery. It's really one of my favorite snacks but having no limits to eating this makes me sick D:

Day 18- 21

I know I've been cheating on my 365 photo project but my summer days have become so monotonous not so many things happen. I've been helping out with my mom's business which involves packing stuff to be shipped. Our house has become a brownie heaven because of the overwhelmingly number of brownies scattered all around the house.

I think  I got around more or less 20 of these trays...

Once in a while I reward myself a slice of this delicious treat

brownie tower!

So yeah..these pictures pretty much sums up days 18-21. You get a bit tired of eating it after you've had enough. Im kind of worried of getting fat munching on these...

Finally! I was able to restock on body essentials from my favorite organic beauty and wellness line Human <3 Nature!Special thanks to my brother who gave me the cash to go shopping. Me and my brother, shall we say, are really vain when it comes to skin care. We are very meticulous with what we use and I keep convincing my family that going organic is the way to go.

I absolutely love Human <3 Nature because you can be assured that their products are 100% harmful chemical free. But what's more admirable about their company is that they have a foundation of values that are PrO- POOR, PRO- PHILIPPINES and PRO- ENVIRONMENT. (for example, 100% of the profits from every lipstick sold will fund the development of a processing facility for passion fruit seed oil that will give greater income and sustainable livelihood to the farming community).

(from left to right: Facial Scrub with Strawberry Seeds, feminine wash, Hydrating Mineral Lipstick, strengthening shampoo, strengthening conditioner, day moisturizer, deodorant Aloe Fresh, Sunflower Oil, balancing toner.)

 With all the hype I'm raving about my haul, the lipstick kind of disappointed me(I got mine in First Kiss). It didn't match my skin tone and it looks kind of pale one me. But it leaves me lips sooo soft and smooth after I wipe it off. I don't usually throw away the box because the packaging is adorable :)

The sunflower oil is considered their "miracle product" because it can solve almost every skin problem you have. It can lighten dark underarms, eye bags, scars and softens feet soles and elbows. You can also put it on your hair so you dont have to harshly comb it out to detangle it. Oh, it can also work as a make up remover.

The products are really gentle on my skin (specially for the feminine wash. My pet peeves in body care are harsh liquid soaps for that special spot). My hair fall was getting worse. I have tried that shampoo and in just a few days, my hair fall indeed lessened. 

I can't wait to try the other products (specially the strawberry facial scrub). When I first learned about the harmful chemicals that some products contain and read Human <3 Nature's safer alternatives, I immediately threw out my old makeup.

When it comes to products that touches my body, I only choose to use what is safe and organic. Thankfully, I found Human <3 Nature that provides all of these at a very affordable price :)

Undo button

Once in a while, we mess up something in our lives. And in times like this, we just wish that life had an undo button. Whether it be a simple mistake as cutting the wrong length of a cloth or to something serious like committing to a relationship you're not sure of making it last, you just wish you can somehow click a button that would erase everything and start from scratch.

I think I've been using photoshop for so long and using the undo key millions of times that sometimes, when I make a mistake, I would stop for a while and literally look for the undo button. And I would mentally smack my head and remind myself that there is no such thing in real life. :(

Audrey Hepburn figurines

How cute are these?

A Pullip doll of Audrey Hepburn from Roman Holiday. It's the cutest doll I've ever seen :) oh how I want one :) (by Q)

This doll is purely made of wire. It's insanely creative! I would love to have this standing in my bedroom. (created by reynaldomolinawire)

(These photos are not mine. They belong to their respective owners)

Day 15

My brother went out to the mall to try out his new Panasonic Lumix G3 camera. He went to the petshop to capture some snapshots of the most adorable chow chow puppy ever! XD

My favorite photo. It looks like its saying "human release me from this cage" XD

awwwwww ishn't it the cutest? :)

the 365 photo project was supposed to be photos that I myself took, but being home- bound, nothing really interesting happens to me D: so I'm gonna let this slide XD

Day 14

*sigh* another day at home. You can't imagine how unbearably bored I must have been that I would decide to take a picture of bananas. Today was the weekly market haul and I didn't expect that my mom would buy so many bananas XD. Bananas are one of my favorite fruits. I didn't like its taste before, but I discovered that it can make you feel full (that really helps me to maintain my weight)Well, I should just make this post more useful by presenting a list of health benefits you can get from bananas :)

1. Bananas regulate the bowel system:
 Are you suffering from constipation? The best solution to constipation is eating a banana a day. This is one of the major health benefits of bananas. Bananas are rich in fiber that helps in regulating the bowel functions.


2. Bananas reduce the risk of heart diseases and blood pressure:
 You might be surprised to hear this health benefit of bananas; yes, bananas reduce the risk of heart diseases as well as lowers blood pressure levels. How? Bananas are rich in potassium, which is very vital for the muscle contraction and proper functioning of the heart and nervous system. Do you know how much of potassium is required a day? It is just 4g and you get this by eating a banana. Isn’t this health benefit of banana amazing?


3. Bananas reduce depression: 
Tryptophan acids are present in bananas and these help in reducing depression and thereby improve your mood. Studies show that bananas are also helpful in reducing stress levels. In this age of stress, this health benefit of banana is truly great.


4. Eat bananas for healthy bones: 
What do you require for healthy bones? One requires calcium for healthy bones, am I right? Probiotic bacteria help in absorbing calcium and increasing the digestive ability. This helpful bacterium is present in bananas. Green bananas are especially helpful in absorbing calcium.


5. Reduce menstrual pains with bananas:
 Do you get menstrual pains? Majority of the women folk take pills to reduce menstrual pains. Rather taking these pain killers eat a banana. Bananas are rich in vitamin B6 that helps in regulating blood glucose levels. This helps in balancing your overall mood and hence reduces menstrual pains. I found this health benefit of banana very useful. How about you?


6. Bananas help ulcer patients: 
Another major health benefit of bananas is their capability of fighting intestinal disorders. Eating a raw banana reduces irritation in the stomach and reduces the effect of over acidity.


7. Bananas and anemia:
 Bananas are not only rich in potassium but also rich in iron; therefore, eating a banana increases iron and thereby high hemoglobin. When hemoglobin content is increased, naturally anemic conditions decreases. Forgot those pills for anemia and take a banana. Wow…yet another amazing health benefit of banana.


8. Quit smoking by eating bananas: 
Another amazing health benefit of banana is that it helps people who wish to quit smoking. Smokers have a high level of nicotine; minerals in banana like potassium and magnesium and vitamins B6 and B12 help in reducing nicotine. Smokers, take a note of this and quit smoking by taking bananas.


9. Bananas increase brain power:
 A survey was conducted very recently among 200 students at a school in Middlesex. They were given bananas along with their normal diet for their breakfast, break and lunch. Research proved that potassium in bananas helped to increase their mental alertness and boost brain power. Remember this health benefit of banana and make your child eat a banana everyday to score high in studies.


10. Reduce itching of mosquito bites with bananas: 
What do you normally do when there is an itching or swelling due to mosquito bites? We go in for creams that reduce itching and swelling. Rather using these creams, use banana peels. Rub the itching or swelling area with the inside of banana peels and see for yourself how soon you get relief from mosquito bite itching or swelling.

Well, that should be enough reason for you to go and start munching on a banana :)

(I got this list from http://food-nutrition.knoji.com)

diy site

While I was exploring pinterest, I saw a really cute and easy to make t shirt shrug and it directed me to cutoutandkeep

(I dont own the pic, courtesy of the owner)

The tutorials in the site are so easy to make!I cant wait to start making this. You can check out the tutorial for the tshirt shrug here.

super cute tokidoki brushes

I browsed some tokidoki make up stuff on ebay hoping I would find something affordable to buy. I'm really itching to buy a new lipstick (my old one's already out). Then these really cute brushes came on the list and really my eyes :)

but they're insanely expensive D: P3000 for the gold set (more or less $71) 

but they're sooo cute!(drools)

Allicat

I've really wanted to make a post about this. Allison Harvard is one of my favorite from ANTM (the other is Ann Ward). I love how vintage- y and feminine she always looks, her quirkiness and how she stays out of all the crazy drama in the show.

She has certainly grown in her career as a model. I stopped watching ANTM now because the British Invasion thing was all for the drama. Season 15 was the only season I like because Tyra was serious with producing the top- quality model, and the guests were highly- respected in their craft (photography, fashion design etc). This season's guests? Kris Jener? (I won't even bother to correct the spelling if Im wrong) and all the British girls were fan- girl shrieking :l

Anywhooo...back to Allison

Allison before ANTM 

After the makeover. It's hard to think that she used to be a short brunette because the fluffy blonde mane really suits her

Like all the others, I was really disappointed when she didn't win. She was the most deserving (even in cycle 12). I don't know of anyone who was rooting for Lisa.

Look how pretty she is :)

Where she belongs- high fashion

I think Harper's Bazaar agrees who should've really won

Allison's best and funny moments in cycle 12

Day 13

Just a test shot I took of my puppy while I was trying to figure out my camera's settings. She looks like she's smiling :) While I kept changing the settings she would play for a while and when I called her back, she would return to her spot and take her pose..hahaha..soo cute :)

the science of self- discipline

       While I was helping out with my mom's business, I decided to listen to an audiobook entitled "Science of Self- Discipline". I picked up a lot from the audiobook which somehow helped reframe my mentality about what self- discipline actually is.

        The most profound thing I learned is you should think about the rewards you get when doing a task so that your mind will be more focused on the reward part rather than on the actual doing of the task. Some people procrastinate because they think that a task is much of  a pain to do that's why they put it off at the last minute. But when you think about the rewards after accomplishing them, it makes you feel more fulfilled and motivated to get the job done immediately. I never really thought about self- discipline in that light before. Now I feel more motivated to do chores and school work :)

Day 12

Just stayed at home most of the day. A photo of an afternoon snack I had (the only remotely interesting thing that happened to me, so sad). Just a simple mix of Caffe D'Vita Mocha Cappucino, some bread and cookies my mom usually bakes. This is the part of summer where it really sucks...I don't get to go out too much (plus summer can make you really broke). But I guess I should enjoy it as much as I can and make my time productive because when school comes, it will be all hectic and crazy and stressful again.

Day 11

I just stayed at home the whole day and because I got bored, I started flipping through pages of the Audrey Hepburn book I bought. This particular picture (right) of her caught my attention because she utterly looked beautiful and her smile looked so sweet. She looks really relaxed and it's pictures like this that I like the most. 

Day 10

We went to the beach yesterday. We've been planning about this getaway for a long time. There were some problems before we left for the beach but we were able to settle it and didn't let it spoil the whole day. I hate myself for forgetting to bring my sd card (AARRGGHH!!!>:l and I had to rely on the camera's internal memory. We didn't get to take pictures of the beach. *sigh* I should really check the memory card slot before leaving :C

satisfying a never ending demand

I've been helping my brother with his wedding invitation design. Many days have already passed and we still have not come up yet with the final design. He gets too fussy about the minute details and I have to do it all over again. His designs end up looking like a graduation certificate..ugghhh..if this goes on, the invitations will be sent out late. I have to finish this once in for all.

I realized that I am actually facing the reality of meeting a client with never ending demands. I think this    is actually a training experience for me.

what would be a good design for the invitation?