Faux Fur and Leather

I'm not sure if it was just me or the weather has really been bipolar lately -- Mr. Sun shines bright but the wind? It's really cold. I've even had goosebumps at times! I wanted to take advantage of the weather and decided to take my leather pants out for a spin. I've been wanting to wear it for quite some time now but it's just too darn hot in the Philippines! Now's the perfect time!

What I like about this pair is that it's not your usual leather pants. It has triangular faux fur panels. This piece, however, is kind of bulky so I had to wear it with my wedge sneakers! That way, I won't look shorter than I really am. I know what you're thinking! Why not wear heels instead, right? Wedge sneakers are too comfortable! Heels, not so! Don't get me wrong, though! I love wearing heels as well, just not on this day.

Moving on, there's already too much going on from the waist down. To tone down the look a bit, I wore a plain and simple shirt and kept my accessories to a minimum. What do you think?    

  

Shirt: Gianni Lo Giudice; Leather pants: Love Hate; Wedge Sneakers: Forever 21; Bag: Prada; Necklace: Girl Shoppe

Photo taken by Joselito Asuncion

Happy New Year's!!

This might be a little too late but happy new year's, loves! 2012 has been an amazing year, filled with lots life-changing events -- I graduated college with honors, fulfilled my dream of becoming a Fashion Stylist, have had work experiences (both fashion-related and not!), and received a wonderful blessing which is my baby brother, just to name a few. Most of all, I've started this style blog. To all my readers, thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for supporting me for the past six months!! :)

Lately, I haven't been posting a lot because of my busy schedule (Really sorry, loves!) but this brand new year, I'll do my best to post more often than I used to! Here's to a fresh new start not only for us, but also for my blog!

Top: Love Hate; Leather shorts: Forever 21; Wedge sneakers: Forever 21

It has been our tradition as a family to spend New Year's Eve in our home, so I don't really get to dress up. I didn't bother to take outfit shots that night anymore 'cause what I wore wasn't woth sharing here. On New Year's Day however, my family and I went to Eastwood and here's what I wore. I just had to wear my favourite pair of shoes at the moment again! From there, I looked for something that would go with it and came up with this lovely new top and my leather shorts.

 

Love/Peace bracelet: From a bazaar; 'mica' stainless bangle: Had it made from a high school friend; Oxblood braided bracelet: From a bazaar; Gold watch: Casio; Lime green friendship bracelet: Girl Shoppe; Gold bracelet: Old; Silver heart bangle: Gift from my brother; Black beaded bracelet: DIY

Since my top is already detailed, I didn't wear a necklace anymore. There had to be an arm party, though! It's new year's after all, right?! Harhar. I wore my new Casio watch and my favourite bracelets to finish my look! What do you think about it? According to my cousin, I look like a Hollywood celebrity off duty! Heehee. I just love the effortless vibe this look gave!

Photos taken by Joselito Asuncion

 

Style Saint

A couple of weeks ago, I received an e-mail from Ami Gan of Style Saint saying that she came across my blog and would love it if I join Style Saint. Style Saint is a fashion community where fashion lovers around the globe can be editor-in-chief of their own StyleBooks. 

When I finally found time, I checked out the site and found it interesting. Basically, it's a site where you can create your own digital fashion magazines that you could share to other Style Saints or via blogs, Tumblr, or Facebook. There are thousands of images hand-selected by the editorial team that you could tear and use for your own magazine or simply get inspiration from. To know more about Style Saint, click here.

 

Let me share to you my first StyleBook! To view my other StyleBooks, click here.

Also, I can proudly say that I am already part of the Style Saint Editorial Team. I applied after creating my first StyleBook and after they reviewed my first magazine, my application was approved. Now I can add tear sheets and tear photos from sites other than Style Saint!

Now I'm pretty sure that you noticed my new layout and the new pages in my blog. Originally, this blog was meant for my personal style and the looks that I have styled, but eventually, I posted about fashion events I attended and now, I'm adding FASHION TRENDS + INSPIRATIONS. I will now be posting about the latest fashion trends, using my StyleBooks, of course, hoping that my awesome readers will get inspiration from them.

Let me know if you have other suggestions! :)

Aztec with a Twist

Aztec print top: Forever 21; Leather shorts: Forever 21

About a month ago, I bought this really cute aztec print top and leather shorts from Forever 21. Since then, I've been wanting to wear it already but I never got to 'cause I haven't been leaving the house except on Sundays. Obviously, I can't wear 'em to Church! When I heard that my aunt's having a post-birthday dinner at Bonifacio High Street, I knew exactly what I was gonna wear. I love everything about this outfit! I think they're all made for each other!

 

I love how the top is really simple on the front..

Serendipity tattoo by Gene Testa

..but when you look at it from the back, it's really sexy. It's not your typical backless as well! Then cut of the top is so unique and the placement of the huge bow is just perfect. Finally, another top which doesn't cover my tattoo when worn! That's actually the best part of it!

 

Heel-less shoes: DAS

I was supposed to wear a different pair of shoes but thought that I should wear the best pair of shoes I ever owned since I haven't worn them for some time now and I miss wearing them too much. Haha.

Red stone necklace: Quiapo; Spike bracelet: Girl Shoppe

My favourite part though, is the leather shorts. I wanted to have a pair of leather shorts for the longest time so imagine the joy when I finally bought one. More so, when I finally got to wear them! Surely, a lot more posts of me wearing this will be coming!

Safety pin bracelet: DIY; Black beaded bracelet: DIY; Heart bangle: Gift from my brother

For my accessories, since my top is already so awesome on its own, with the print and sexy back, and my shoes screaming for all the attention it could get, I kept it at a minimum. I just threw on the red stone necklace my friend Trisha bought for a photoshoot and the simplest bracelets I own.

First five photos taken by Ernalyn Asuncion

Sixth photo taken by Mike Asuncion

Gothic

About three weeks ago, we had our womenswear shoot. This was also the first shoot wherein we got to actually style a full outfit. Exciting, right?! The peg for this shoot is gothic. I'm pretty sure that when you read 'gothic', the first thing that entered your mind was 'black'. Well, I'm right, aren't I?

For the hair, we went with the messy updo. For the make-up, smokey eyes is the key, of course!

I added a touch of gold to the look by using a gold square bangle and a black & gold dangling earrings. I didn't accessorize much, though, because I wanted to draw attention to every detail of the outfit itself. I love each and every piece of garment here. I mean what's not to love? You have lace, faux leather, and extraordinary tights!

What do you guys think?

Photography by Mac Eugenio (first three) and Riza Carreon (remaining two)

Styling by Michelle Asuncion

Make-up by Momoi Supe

Hair by Kathleen Chavez

Model: Kristine Montes of Yeoh Models

Fashion:

Asymmetrical lace dress (worn as top): Forever 21 (Courtesy of Tisha Filart)

Faux leather skirt: Zara

Tights: Leg Love

Black leather pumps: Model's own

Earrings: Mango (Courtesy of Riza Carreon)

Gold square bangle: a'postrophe

7 Day Challenge x Jumpin' in Leather

Mustard-yellow sheer button-down top: I.Candy (The Ramp); Cropped denim shorts: Topshop; Studded leather boots: Sent from Heaven; Bag: Mango; Braided belt: Forever 21; Necklace: Forever 21

The sixth theme for the 7 Day Challenge is concert/art exhibit. To be honest, I spent hours looking for an outfit for this theme. It's just so difficult 'cause I'm not really fond of watching concerts. I can barely remember the last concert that I've been to! Haha. I believe it really just depends on the artist and one's mood when planning an outfit for such occasion. Anyway, after hours of searching my closet, I finally came up with something. What do you think?

Photo taken by Joselito Asuncion

7 Day Challenge x Jet set, go!

Knit top: Sent from Heaven; Skinny jeans: Forever 21; Grey studded boots: Sent from Heaven; Bag: Longchamp

As promised here, I am going to post photos of the outfits I used for my 7 Day Challenge homework in Styling class. So here goes! The first theme: jet setter. I chose this orange knit top and skinny jeans because I want nothing more than to be comfortable during a trip. I paired it with my new studded boots to dress the outfit up a little bit. I love how simple this look is! What do you guys think?

Photo taken by Ernalyn Asuncion