Misc: Oh the joy of shoes!

Happy New Year lovelies! I hope you all had a great New Year celebration as we have.

Finally, all the madness of shopping and rushing to find the perfect gifts, wrapping, cooking and tons of eating is over! I loved all the gifts I got for Christmas - everything with meaning and purpose =). However, there are small stuff that just spelled M-E!

So, I would like to share this present from our little munchkins that made... my heart beat fast... my eyes open wide in delight... my hands shake with excitement when I opened it!

Okay, maybe I am being too melodramatic but I really love my present!

Each day for 365 days I get a different designer shoe! From Chanel to Choo to Louboutin to Manolo - you name it!

***Available here

Uh, yes, it's a gallery calendar of shoes. Gorgeous, gorgeous shoes!

BTW, this gorgeous also has a handbag version for all you lovely handbag lovers =).

This will hopefully satisfy my shoe craving for this year since I have vowed to save and refrain from shoe shopping as my new year's resolution. The operative word being - REFRAIN. Hey, I live in the real world - I know my limits lol

Oh, and what a way to start the New Year than to receive these gorgeous roses from GG! Okay, all together now - "Awwwwwww"... lol

I know!!! He's sooo sweet!!!!

So, I am back in full force blogging mode!!!! The winter weather is not really my fave but I will do my best to do a few look book posts. I already have a couple of giveaways lined up for all of you so be sure to check back soon! I am headed your bloggy way now too!

I missed you all my lovelies!!!

xoxo,
T

Look: Going Nude

Hey, hey, hey settle down, it's not what you all think - you all know me better than that ha ha

Anyway, love this dress that I got last year from the SS08 Runway collection of BCBG Max Azria. The photos don't give it justice but love, love, love every detail of it. I wore this to dinner the other night.

What I am wearing:
dress: BCBG Max Azria SS08 Runway
shoes: Prada
accessories: bracelets - F21, earrings - from Mom
clutch: Kate Landry (gift from T)

I did the Heart walk with friends last Saturday and we had so much fun.

We are doing the Susan Komen Race for the Cure next month.

I hope you are all having a great week lovelies!

xoxo,
T

Look: Spring Fling and Wicked

What I am wearing:
dress: Banana Republic
shoes: Calvin Klein (seen here)
bag: Leonello Borghi (also here)
accessories: Jet necklace, earrings and bracelet - White House Black Market

Hi lovelies! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I sure did =)

We watched Wicked on Saturday and it rocked! Glinda (Helene Yorke) and Elphaba (Marcie Dodd) were rock stars! The play was based on the novel by Gregory Maguire with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Listen to some of the amazing music here.

Popular - Wicked

We almost didn't see it because the tickets were sold out and I had to scour the internet for it. I like watching plays but this by far was the most fun I have seen. I have always loved the Wizard of Oz as a kid and have probably watched it a million times. But this play has given me a different perspective on the witches of Oz. Wicked is definitely on top of my list. If you haven't seen it and have the chance, do see it. It is well worth it!

*from http://www.wickedthemusical.com/page.php#Downloads

After the play, we went to dinner at The Brick (our new favorite dinner place) where everything was scrumptuous as usual. This time instead of getting my favorite Creme Brulee I ordered the Chocolate Torte. I was not disappointed. It was heavenly!

Sunday, I could not be with my mom so I called her and we talked for at least an hour. Oh how I miss her =( .

We then had late lunch and then the ladies and I went shopping. How was your weekend?

Happy Monday lovelies!

Look: Birds, blooms and the Piano

What I am wearing:

tunic dress: Hazel (Dillard's)
jeans: Frankie B
shoes: Bruno Magli
bag: BCBG MaxAzria
accessories: diamond stud earrings, multiple semi-precious stone bracelets

I love the colors of the embroidery in the bodice - so feminine and adds a whimsical touch. I have worn it as a dress before but I also love it over jeans.


So, I had a fun weekend. I went to see the game on Saturday. They lost but it was fun no less. Authentic Filipino dinner after wards at a local restaurant. The food was good - but not as great as mom's cooking of course =)

Sunday was even better. I met up with some friends at the double birthday party of another friend's kids. The grown ups always find a way to have fun while the kids were busy playing. We love music and singing. So anytime we get together and a piano is available, singing will definitely not be missed =). Videoke is a reliable back-up too. If you have Filipino friends - you'll know that this is a household staple much like the microwaves and dish washers! HA!


T played the piano while J and I sang. Btw, J's daughter who also plays the piano was amazing! She'll just listen to a song and will widow that song. She did Climb by Miley Cyrus (she's 10 so she loves Hannah Montana of course) and T and I were awestruck!

How was your weekend lovelies? Do you have a musical talent? A hidden one perhaps? Singing in the bathroom does not count =) but then again, who does not? No? Ok, so aside from that?

I hope you're all having a great Tuesday lovelies!

Look: Bohemian weekend

What I am wearing:

layered embellished white and pink tanks: J Crew
skirt: BCBG MaxAzria
ankle strap sandals: Banana Republic (seen here)
accessories: silver earrings and bangles from Express

I took advantage of the perfect weather and decided to go shopping and have coffee with a friend. And since maxi dresses are everywhere, I thought why not wear this maxi skirt that I got in my closet. It was in my donate bag at one point but realized I could not part with it since I really love the colors and the fabric. The sandals are so comfortable and were perfect for all the walking I did. I think I have a new "shopping shoe" fave. When I like a pair of shoes I almost always wear the same pair that I forget I have other shoes in my closet. =) Are you like that too?

Another friend and I had Japanese buffet after wards. I think I had too much sushi that I do not want to eat sushi again for a long time!

I hope you are all having a great weekend lovelies!

Look: Grey Overcast

First of all, I'd like to thank my sister Coco for doing the Enchanted City post while I was busy cramming for my finals =) . I am so lucky to have you and Lot as my sisters and best friends too! Thank you sweetie!

Second, YAY! My final exam is over! I have a week of breathing space before the intense Summer term begins. I have nothing planned except to to have a little R and R. ;-)

Third, I felt it is time to do a work outfit post and although the color does not reflect my current mood, I do like the simplicity of this dress:

what I am wearing:
dress: Banana Republic Monogram (seen here)
shoes: Christian Louboutin (also here)
bag: Badgley Mischka Platinum Collection (from Gilt also here)
accessories: red bangle and necklace from Dillard's, diamond stud earings

To compensate for its simplicity and color, I opted for bold accessories.

I missed you all! I have a lot of catching up to do with all your blogs and posts and I can't wait to get started!

Happy Thursday lovelies!

Look: Black and White

what I am wearing:
double breasted swing jacket: Anthropologie
black.white striped tank: Banana Republic
jeans: Paige (seen here)
patent flats: Bally (Styleflex)
plaid bag: Ralph Lauren
accessories: silver mini hoop earrings, multiple silver bangles, black bangles and cuff (also here)

The following picture is my failed attempt not to smile =)

I am not a big fan of the swing jacket but I love the girlie silhouette and the rolled puff sleeves of this one. It is made of cotton too which made it perfect for spring.

These Bally flats are one of the most comfortable patents I own. They are so soft and so flexible. You can never go wrong with their shoes in terms of comfort. The styles are a little more conservative but they are coming up with really good designs now. Just look at this one that I am drooling over. I remember back when I got my first salary from my very first job, I spent most of it buying gifts for my parents. The gift I got my dad was a pair of Bally shoes =) .

I also toyed with the idea of combining the stripes with plaid thus the bag. This is probably considered vintage now since I do not see RL making this old signature pattern of his. Plus I like its boxy shape so I kept it all these years.

Finals is next week and I have a lot of studying to do. So, I volunteered (ha ha) my sister Coco to do the post for me. She's more than just a fashionista she's also an amazing writer! ( She reads my blog so I'm hoping that was enough to convince her to do it ;-) ). As my 3 year old nephew puts it when he wants something - "Love you Coco!"

I am also dreaming of Cabo right now (blogged about it here) and the Bahamas Cruise. Unfortunately, it will have to wait until after summer. I also feel guilty spending in this economy specially with no clear picture of when it will recover. Knowing that a lot of people out there are penny-pinching does not help me get in the mood either. As the old saying goes, save up for the rainy day.

What about you lovelies? What are you doing this weekend? Have you started planning your summer vacation? Would you rather save up or go?

I hope you're having a great week lovelies!

Look: Going in Circles

what I am wearing:
dress: Banana Republic (seen here)
cardigan: Anne Klein (really old - vintage now)
shoes: Banana Republic (seen below and here)
bag: Cole Haan
accessories: diamond earrings, Banana Republic bracelet (old; details below)

I love this cuff bracelet. I can't remember exactly when I got it but it matched the circles in the dress.

I always go for comfort before trend when it comes to shoes. And these BR pumps has both. The elastic straps give the illusion of traditional mary janes and the 4" stacked heels are just perfect. I've gone shopping in these shoes and my feet did not hurt a bit.

This dress is one of the sale items I got with the additional 30% off a couple of weeks ago. What do you think? Not bad huh? The only thing I do not like about it are the pleats in front that makes you look chunky in the middle. A belt will probably take care of it.


Happy Monday lovelies!!!

A day in the office...

Taking a break from a hectic schedule...

What I am wearing:

top: Banana Republic
belt: Baker's
wide leg pants: BCBG MaxAzria (seen here in black)
shoes: Diane Von Furstenberg
accessories: White House Black Market
bag: Bally (details below)
coat: Tulle (Nordstrom)

The bag was one of my good buys last year. I'm not a big fan of bags that screams the "logo" of anything, but this one is very subtle and I love the touches of pink with the gray.

Oh excuse the hair, i still need practice with my new curling iron =) (and prevent finger burns!)

Time flies so fast, it's weekend again.

Enjoy your day my dahlings!

Casual Thursday...

About a couple weeks back I caught the flu bug that came with the "online shopping bug". Armed with 70% boredom and 30% economic stimulation and the end result were these Prada pumps from Barney's.


I love shoes! (Did I already mention that?)


Well, the weather today is just perfect and I can't resist dressing down and wearing them.

what I am wearing:
sweater dress: BCBG
tights: Express
shoes: Prada
bag: Cole Haan
bangles: Gift from a friend

I am so ready for spring!

xs: My girlfriends and I saw the "Confessions of a Shopaholic" and we loved it! I'll probably do a post about it one of these days.

It's almost Friday, so have a great weekend lovelies!

Work outfit...

I always have a difficult time finding clothes to wear to work that will still show my fashion sense yet conservative enough to command the respect of my colleagues specially since I am the youngest among them =) .

But shoes are a different story - I can wear whatever I want whenever I want =)) and the best part about shoes - your size do not change whether you grow old, gain weight or lose weight!

This bordeaux pair from CL is one of my favorite. I can wear them with almost anything and everywhere - from the boardroom to brunch to dinner. And it adds that subtle punch of color when needed.

what I am wearing:
jacket: Banana Republic
dress: Ann Taylor
skinny belt: Baker's
shoes: Christian Louboutin
pearl accessories: flea market finds in Boracay

Oh, and since nude shoes have been a thing lately, I got these new Manolo's at Saks. Thanks to my adorable baby sis Coco who found them, called me, tried them on and bought them for me.


Since we have the same shoe size and shoe taste, we call each other up when there are good sales going on.

Found any good shoe deals lately? What do you typically wear to work?

xs: Thanks for emailing me about the issue with the word verification when adding comments. I already took it off. Mwah!

shopping "bug"

There are pros and cons to being sick. Let me start with the cons: I feel awful, I can't eat 'cause my throat hurts like crazy, I'm always sleepy and I am bored to death. Pros: I can't eat, I get to stay in bed longer and I get to do online shopping!

So yes the flu bug did not just get into me, it's cousin "shopping bug" came with it.
Out of boredom today, I managed to get a pair of Antik jeans from RueLaLa, a pair of grey Prada pumps at Barney's and this cute top from Nordstrom. I have found this sale Prada purse as well but it was out of stock wen I tried to get it into my shopping cart. (which I think was a blessing in disguise - as I have already done way too much economic stimulation this month lol )

Anyway, here are my shopping items, everything I got except for the purse and the bracelet.


Spring to Summer 2 - by freeteyme on Polyvore.com

I'll take pictures and post them when I receive the actual items.

Hmmm, being sick does a lot of damage...

Happy Valentine's day everyone!

Ready for spring...

This winter is the coldest winter yet for us living in Florida. Right around the same time last year, I already had my jackets and heavy coats dry cleaned and in storage. I am looking forward to the warmer weather to set in... Spring and fall are my favorite seasons. Florida summer tend to get soooo hot and these two seasons are just perfect.

And so, I have been doing a lot of browsing on-line for ideas this spring. I recently got these pair of Marc Jacobs sandals from Gilt without even knowing what to wear them with yet.


I had to have them specially since I got them yet again at a steal price which retails for $440.00 here. I loved the look that was put together by the Net-A-Porter editor seen below:


The cardigan had been sold out and I do not really want to spend a lot on the outfit itself so I found comparable substitutes. The white dress I got from Heavenly Couture and I am still looking for the perfect cardigan to go with it. Check out my choices below:


Spring to Summer - by freeteyme on Polyvore.com

What do you think of the ensemble?