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::MiSs Me?::.

2009-11-13T08:43:00.005+08:00

After months of hiatus from my blogging, I'm off with my itchy fingers once again to get scoops that are appealing to the senses.

Standby.
Watch out.
Stare...
...but don't envy.

Miss me? :P

Personal Style: Earvin Aquino

2009-05-01T23:42:00.004+08:00

Me and my labor day outfit.

With the present weather condition here in the Philippines, it is too risky to hit the beach, given that it is already a peak season to get wet. People get wet nowadays in two ways, either from perspiration or from unpredictable rain showers. Argh.

These are just one of those times when you can go out in shorts and jacket, paired with a pair of big sunglasses and sneakers... The get up is cool, comfy, and ready. By the way, I wore a sleeveless shirt underneath my jacket *wink*

Courage Rich To Wear Herchcovich

2009-04-22T10:11:00.005+08:00

I have to admit that I am no expert in the rules, stitches, and weaves of fashion but I'm a learner ;) And with my learning, Alexandre Herchcovich is already a familiar name. However, the name that I have heard about comes with a style, a sense of fashion that is both familiar and peculiar.

In the latest collection of Alexandre Herchcovich, I believe one needs to have the guts and to be really courage-rich or else, the whole thing will not work. Though yeah, same thing goes for all fashions.

Check out these 2009 Spring/ Summer looks from Alexandre Herchcovich.

Key elements of the style:

1.) Bold colors

2.) Prints

3.) Structure

4.) Male fashion afficionado

PHOTO CREDITS: Thanks to Mensrag.com

Yay or Nay? (Comment Poll)

2009-04-18T13:25:00.003+08:00

Just browsed through Yahoo's OMG section and spotted this photo of one of America's sweethearts, Drew Barrymore. The section was, "What Were They Thinking?!"

Sometimes, I disagree with the reviewer, however, I don't want to feel that I'm the only sour cherry. So, what do you think?

Yay or Nay?
Share your views by leaving a comment ;)

Wind In The Hair

2009-04-18T10:46:00.004+08:00

The wind in the hair effect is an infectious look applicable to both runway and print. Embodying this kind of style would definitely take effect if your hair obviously participates.

Being in a country where there are only two seasons applicable (summer and rainy), it is quite hard to keep up with a style that would suit one's personality and bring edge to something normal. However, with all efforts of research and the availability of materials, thanks to our western friends (wink), choosing hairstyles for a hot season can always be as fun as making lemonade with so much ice.

Here are some hairstyles that I myself have handpicked.
Personal thought with these looks: Often do bangs accentuate the beauty of the eyes, however, during a hot season, you can keep the bangs and let it fly up, or better keep it rather short and clean to clear the face ;)

Think it works for you? Try it! ;)

PHOTO CREDITS: Mensrag.com

Look! No Make Up!

2009-04-16T21:18:00.005+08:00

How many are just down right crazy over make up lines in the market today, just to achieve that clean fresh look? Celebrities can be exempted from this habit as their looks mark as their biggest investment in the industry. However, the April 2009 issue of French Elle Magazine turn things around and exposes real beauty without the make up.

How did they showcase this brave attempt? By simple picking out celebrities and putting them on the cover... and yes, with no make up on ;)

Monica Bellucci (44 years old), Actress

Sophie Marceau (42 years old), Actress

Eva Herzigova (36 years old), Model

So, are you ready for your close up?

A Serene Getaway

2009-04-08T12:29:00.003+08:00

The sun is up and everyone seems to be in the mood for a tan. As the Philippines has been known for its island beaches like the ever famous Boracay, there are still other unchartered getaways waiting to be discovered.

Somewhere in the North, particularly in Bataan, a serene location perfect for the family and the gang awaits. Playa La Caleta is the perfect spot for those who want to get some tanlines or perhaps just waddle in the water.

Tour to Playa La Caleta comes in different packages. A tour price of Php1,100* covers boat transfer from Balanga, Bataan to the island and vice versa, overnight accomodation and food for the entire overnight stay.

The other package which costs Php2,100* includes an air-conditioned room accommodation, boat transfers, food for the entire overnight stay, plus an extra-Playa La Caleta massage. Both packages exclude land transportation transfer, which is about Php120* if you're taking a bus from Five Star terminal in Cubao going to Balanga, Bataan, and private van rental, which costs Php150* from Balanga going to the boat area.

*Prices are subject to change

Personal Style: Earvin Aquino

2009-04-06T11:27:00.004+08:00

Got the chance to finally make a "better" portfolio, special thanks to the early-than-expected announcement of the Philippine Fashion Week go see for 2009. Unluckily, I didn't get in. The taste of the panel is really hard to decipher yet, it will always serve as a room to improve more on myself.

So with that, I needed to make my portfolio, rush. And nobody does rush works perfectly than a very good friend/ photographer, Ahleks Fusilero (http://ahleks4u.multiply.com). For the clothes, I really didn't know what to go for. I based some of the clothes from different pegs(photos) I saw online and on editorials/ ads. Good thing, we were able to pull off a complete look; different looks ;)

Here's a glimpse of what's inside my model portfolio:

For my other shots, you can visit my site: http://stunner7284.multiply.com

Adding "Height" To Your Style

2009-04-01T18:46:00.006+08:00

Did you know that you can actually create an illusion of looking tall without the bloody, messy, expensive surgery? Yes you can! And for one reason, this is no health blog, so we skip the gruesome surgery talk... LOL

Your clothes can actually give you a little boost of height if you're not that gifted vertically. Making cuffs on your pants, 2-3 folds, can actually create a look that would somehow trick that you are tall. It's like showing that your pants are not long enough for you.

Can't picture it? Then scroll down and picture these:

Now bend down and try it! ;)

PHOTO CREDITS: Mensrag.com, Paul Smith Lookbook S/S 2009

Advantage On Vintage

2009-03-20T09:03:00.008+08:00

The sun is up and getting soaked wet one way or another will be simply irresistible. As you hit the streets, the beach, the waves, or whatever, add color to the scene with a vintage look.

You'll never go wrong with vintage... unless you overdo ;)

Photos courtesy of Pull and Bear

Take A Good Look At The Mulberry Book

2009-03-20T08:53:00.006+08:00

Some looks to strut on the streets for this season (spring/ summer), courtesy of Mulberry (http://www.mulberry.com/).

Photos taken from Mensrag.com. You can also check out other styles on their website ;)

Simplicity In Chic Ways

2009-03-20T08:42:00.005+08:00

What look should you have that can turn heads without having the sense of "overdoing" on yourself?

Tiger of Sweden's Spring/ Summer Campaign this year (2009) shows how to prep up without having to much complications, yet, preserving that "tick" of being a head turner. Simplicity yet chic for the modern man and woman... it's all about that.

Photos courtesy of Mensrag.com

Its Going To Be A Short Summer

2009-03-18T12:33:00.008+08:00

Not that rain will kill the smile on our faces; summer marks a look for short shorts for men, which is not that much of a common male fashion these past few seasons. Days of the colored jeans may have had their turn on the spotlight, short shorts will definitely turn heads even more.

Check out these looks from Mensrag.com:

Taken from the S2VS Spring/Summer '09 Lookbook

Ready To Wear McQueen

2009-03-16T09:09:00.010+08:00

Alexander McQueen has been known to have a deep source of inspiration for his collections. In 2008, everyone was in awe for both the set design and clothing presented to the critical eyes. As for the present year, 2009 for McQueen is just new door to open, and also, something worth looking forward to for his followers.

Alexander McQueen's Ready-To-Wear collection for 2009, Fall/ Winter can be described in just a few words, that is "Awkwardly Superb, Disturbingly Amazing." Looking at his collections, I personally believe that the word "Great" is an understatement.

Photos courtesy of Style.com

To view the complete collection, check out this link: http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/F2009RTW-AMCQUEEN

Top Model In Small Packages?

2009-03-16T08:44:00.005+08:00

Models have been known for towering heights. As for an overall standard, no one gets below 5'6" or 5'7" in height for women. Well everyone has heard of the great Kate Moss who was a big exemption to the rule. Trying to make another wonder, Tyra Banks, the host of the ever so popular modeling series, America's Next Top Model (ANTM), tries to dig deeper into the possibilities of finding the next top model in small packages.

In one of the episodes of ANTM Cycle 12, Episode 3, a short teaser was aired regarding ongoing castings for Cycle 13. Yep! And you thought 12 was the end of her career. LOL! Even though she announced her upcoming retirement on the lates cycle, Cycle 13 is on call for models 5'7" and below.

According to the contract posted on the CW network, the series ANTM Cycle 13 is looking for models strictly 5'7" below with a disclaimer of something like "changes can be made as set by the producer." Still, the idea for the upcoming cycle is to extract model potential into a total fierceness machine... whatever that means.

Casting is strictly for US residents only and you can check out this link for the casting schedules, venues, and details: http://www.cwtv.com/shows/americas-next-top-model12

Can Your Digicam Do This?

2009-03-14T11:48:00.007+08:00

Often do we use small and handy digital cameras for point and shoot purposes only. It is very useful especially when traveling to new places, capturing some precious moments, and whatever crazy stuff you can think of. Speaking of which, I for one am an owner of a Sony Cybershot Digital Camera, which was given to me by Sony from a competition I joined under their company.

You bet it has been very useful to me personally and it has also given my self-portrait itch an upgrade. LOL

I was able to accidentally fool people that some of my self-portraits were taken by a DSLR camera. NOPE NOPE :) It's all in the power of natural light, self-timer function, and a good positioning of your camera... not to mention a good strike of a pose *wink*wink*

As for post processing the image, you can use Adobe Photoshop or whatever suits you best. I personally use Photobucket's online photo editor... hehe.

Chic and Deadly

2009-03-13T08:46:00.010+08:00

However mysterious a crime is, the word "fashion" will always fit in perfectly. The masterpieces of photographer Melanie Pullen portray the beauty of the photos, the "grab me by the neck to look" feel, and the preservation of high fashion despite of an untimely death.

"I waited for my friend's call but the phone never rang...

...the other said she's on her way but she never came...

...I didn't bother calling an old room mate since she's about to leave town...
...and my best friend was nowhere to be found...
...I was just left there hanging..."

These photos can give out the statement, "I will not be caught dead wearing......."
To view more of Melanie Pullen's high fashion crime scene works, visit this link: http://www.highfashioncrimescenes.com

Shots To Get You On A Fashion High

2009-03-13T08:27:00.008+08:00

Probably a dose of fashion on a high dosage can get you on a different level of rush.

FEMME:

HOMME:

DISCLAIMER: Photos used for this post were taken from various sources. The owner of this blog site does not claim to own these shots.

A-List Stars Boosts Iron Man Sequel Up Up And Away

2009-03-13T07:28:00.012+08:00

Almost every Marvel movie released in theaters these past few screening dates have factual statements of having a sequel. Spiderman will be having a fourth installment, Captain America in 2010 will be Obama (kidding), Thor will be ahead of screening date before his team "The Avengers", and a whole lot more.

Sparing you from the spoilers, coming soon in the big screen is the second installment of our flying tin can hero Iron Man which will still be played by sassy daddy Robert Downey Jr. Although this time, he will be joined by a new Marvel Russian character which will be played by a fellow A-list star.

According to Entertainment Online, Scarlett Johannsson will be playing the Marvel Russian character, Black Widow. Well I couldn't imagine anyone better to play the role anyways... unless Cher changes her mind to play Catwoman on the next Dark Knight sequel... JUST KIDDING!

So who gets beat up this time around? Nope, it's not some giant robot with mood swings. Joining the cast is Marvel Villain Whiplash to be played by an already villainous star, Mickey Rourke

... and I'm more convinced to watch out for this on the big screen.

Iron Man 2 engages its gears to the big screen on May 2010. Familiar stars are rumored to still be present on the attendance sheet: Gwyneth Paltrow as Brad Pitt's ex... I mean, as Pepper Potts, Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury, and Don Cheadle as Col. James "Rhodey" Rhodes.

The Sushi With A Kick

2009-03-12T16:11:00.007+08:00

With the right kitchen tools and appropriate ingredients, making your own style of sushi will never be an impossible task. If you don't know what Sushi is, it's like a rice meal rolled into one bite or four (in this case).

Check out this sushi with a kick:

Suckling Pig Sushi, Fu by Hai Shin Lou (Restaurant, PH)

Fu by Hai Shin Lou is a restaurant catering to your Chinese dish cravings like pecking duck, noodles, etc. The establishment is located at Serendra, Fort Bonifacio Global City in the Philippines.

To learn more about what's on their menu, check out this link: http://guides.clickthecity.com/metro/?p=4654

Headshot Fabulous

2009-03-12T09:05:00.005+08:00

How fabulous can your headshot be?

Given the chance to have a photo taken like this,

driving traffic to your social networking site would be as simple as one perfect shot...

Now you can judge i-D for its cover ;)

It Gets Whiter for Summer '09

2009-03-12T08:54:00.006+08:00

Do some window shopping on the mall and see a touch of white almost everywhere. Though if the building itself is painted white all over, well, duh.

This summer, the trend gets even whiter. Before, it was all about playing with fun and breezy colors. Though still existent, the colors are flowing to a fade, to pale, to white. Perhaps the artistic world has thought about putting back a no-brainer touch to color trend for the season.

The whiter the cleaner...

The whiter the better...

Photo credits: (PHOTO1) Model: Aj Abualrub, Calvin Klein Ad Campaign SS 2009; (PHOTO2) Model: Earvin Aquino, Photography by: Ahleks Fusilero, 2009

Eyes Peeled To Angelina

2009-03-11T19:11:00.005+08:00

By simply looking at the photo, you might think at first that Hollywood is coming up with a more realistic remake of ULTRAVIOLET for 2010... or perhaps it was only me who thought about that :p

Check this out:

Well actually, Ultraviolet is blocked by the film scene umbrella at the moment and no sequels whatsoever is at sight. However, the attached photo showing Angelina Jolie in a Milla Jovovich-like hair style is taken from her upcoming movie "Salt," showing (according to sources) in 2010.

Salt is about a Russian sleeper spy who is entangled in a web of "please believe me, I am innocent" type of situation as there are those against her who believe that she's out to assassin the President. Hmmm... something to watch out for... with a pout ;*

EAR JUICE ALERT: "Fruit Machine" by The Ting Tings

2009-03-11T09:48:00.006+08:00

Something worth storing in your MP3 player: The dynamic duo "The Ting Tings" squeezes out a jumpy and fun eargasmic music experience with their song "Fruit Machine".

This should make your song list right away like a "KACHING," promising your boredome to walk out on you if, as the song goes, "...you keep playin'..." it ;)

Midweek Casuals

2009-03-11T08:59:00.006+08:00

For the busy bodies, corporate freeks, and people who work their ass off for a living in a certain working environment, dress codes can be your biggest enemy. Keep your enemy closer and bend its spine in a hip and chic way. How?

Planning what clothes to wear ahead of time is the safest thing to rely on, however, when it comes to a point that you'll find this tiring (eventually), you can always set your "theme" instead of the clothes exactly. On Mondays, since it's the start of the week, you can go all dressed up, crossing up to Tuesday. Come Wednesday, the middle of the week, this is the start of giving hints of a laid back touch to your office attire... and this can go to what they call "dress down" up to Friday.

Since not all professional institutions declare a certain dress down day for a work week, you can always find ways to bend the rules without breaking it. My advise, do a little research ;)

And so it's a Wednesday, time for your Midweek Casuals ;)

Photos courtesy of http://www.mensrag.com/

Three Words for DIOR: "To Die For"

2009-03-10T09:46:00.003+08:00

Have you checked out the latest advertisement of Dior Homme for 2009? I would like to consider myself lucky to have passed by this one on the net as I was surfing here in the office. Though I'm not really paid to surf all day, let's just say I had a blessed day to have my eyes laid on this ad wonder:

It is very simple, clean, and striking at the same time. I am in complete envy right now, wishing I was in that guy's place. However, that can be arranged *wink*

I know some of you have your eyes peeled on those delicious skinny pants but I have mine lower... yes, that would be on the shoes. I also tried surfing the net for those kind of pairs and again, luckily, I was able to spot one. Call me selfish but the photo below is just another version of this hi-cut sneaker boots from Dior. Believe me, it's a classic:

Based on my research, a pair of these feet beauties costs around $70 up and expect it to go $100 or more if you want to have it delivered to your doorstep. It's a Dior vintage and if you're passionate enough for fashion, money will never be an issue... the purchase will be worth it ;)

Damn Flippers That'll Make You Gorgeous

2009-03-09T12:40:00.001+08:00

Nope, they don't make me sick and I'm pretty sure that dreaming of wearing them will never ever cross my mind... unless a big sum of cash is at stake *winks*

I was just browsing through some online blogs and posts about fashion and voila! A feature on the beautiful Oscar stars whom everyone loves crossed my fast finger scrolling agenda. Yep, them girls sure are pretty but hit the breaks with this fashion trend: A flipper-like gown's end. Hmmm... I don't think I described that right but I think you get the idea.

Here in the Philippines, the cut is called "Serena" or mermaid due to the silhouette of the dress itself. It is fish-like slash flipper-like in figure and it does somewhat bring a little something extra to an already beautiful curve.

Nothing against this, I was just amazed.

Spotted wearing such structure is Diva Female Version of a Hustler, Beyonce Knowles

...and they (Beyonce) sure are in it together with Vanessa Hudgens flip flapping their beauty at the red carpet.

In Your Frames: Giving Windows a Break

2009-03-07T19:00:00.001+08:00

Before this day started, I only had two things on my mind; to get a new haircut and to go to my dermatologist. I did accomplish one of these things and that was the latter. I was planning to go bald or perhaps "David Beckham for Motorola" type of bald. The decision making was really hard as it would be my first time to have this type of "male hormone equipped" haircut. What to do, what to do...

I remember telling myself that if I can't decide firmly on anything, it's not yet the right time. So after a few strolls around the mall, everything came to hault. I need a new contact lens solution for my long overdue disposable contacts. Instead of spending only a few for a single bottle, I gave my eyes a break and also did my eyebags a favor; yep, I bought new frames a.k.a glasses. Good thing this optical shop that I passed by had a sale and I was able to spot a nice pair. Frames and lens all in. What a relief. I could just imagine my eyes on vacation.

Since I really need contact lenses more than glasses due to the industry that I'm trying to penetrate, I chose the frame similar to that of an eye wear ad *chuckles*
Hence, the concluding remark of my first blog: