Wore this ensemble last Saturday. 
I know, I know. Wearing a blazer during the so-called "beach weather" is probably not the best idea. Yes, I could've just worn the floral top inside the lace blazer. However, I don't wanna break the dress code in Church. Call me a strict rule follower but that's just the way I am. Won't change myself just because of some weather conditions.

What do you guys think about following the dress code in Church? When do you think it's okay to break them? Share your thoughts!

/ Top from HK / Forever21 blazer / pants from Greenhills / Bershka heels/ 

XX, 

Jess

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Mixing Textures

| Top: Seventeen | Skirt: ZARA | Necklace: Baguio Market | Flats: Janilyn |

Do you remember your art classes in grade school? I sure do!
You know why? Cause I sucked at it. I remember barely getting a line of eighty on my plates. That's why I never considered myself artistic or creative during my entire grade school life. I didn't know that becoming an artist is way more than being good at sketching or painting. I later found out that you can be an artist in countless ways. We just have to choose the canvas through which we can work our magic. And maybe, I have realized that dressing up is not just a measly task but it really is a form of art. Don't you think so too? Since we're on that artsy fartsy page already-- for this certain outfit A.K.A artwork of mine, I have chosen to mix textures.
I paired the silk textured top with the sequins textured skirt then topped it off with a bead textured necklace.

Well how's that for being a mixed media artist?
Wooza.

XX, 

Jess

Baguio Photo Diary

Our first stop was the BenCab Museum. 

You'll see here the art collection of our National Artist, Benedicto Cabrera. (museum directions below) 

Entrance fee is just Php 100 for regular visitors and Php 80 for students and senior citizens with valid ID. 

Get to know the artist's muse named Sabel. Who is she and what's her story? Well, there's only one way to find out. 

Little tip: If you're visiting the museum with a kid, be prepare for the "how come?", tons of "why not?" and probably a little wailing here and there. The museum has certain galleries that are NOT meant for kids. You do get what I mean, right? So parents, prepare your explanations. Be creative! haha

When you're done with the art tour, the guide will lead you to this amazing picturesque Cafe Sabel.  I personally tried the Strawberry shake and kamote fries. What could I say? I loved both! The shake is, of course, made from real strawberries while the kamote fries has this garlic parmesan tasting dip. I don't really know what the dip is called but it reminds of the garlic parmesan dip they serve at NYFD. 

Before leaving the museum, you'll notice the souvenir shop. My sister and I spotted this rock bag and we instantly want to take it home! However, the price is quite steep at Php 1,750. 

The next day I went strawberry picking with my cousins! You have to drive all the way to La Trinidad, Benguet to get to the strawberry farm. A bit far but if you're really game for a "pick the freshest/largest strawberry" contest then it's gonna be worth it. They normally sell the strawberries during the peak season at Php 180/kilo but if you do the picking or plucking yourself, you have to pay more! Yes you have to pay them Php 400/kilo for getting the chance of being a strawberry farmer for a day. 

Across the farm, you'll see tons of tiny shops selling all sorts of things from the famous Sundot Kulangot (which you clearly know by now that is has nothing to do with booger) to the cutesy and not so cutesy souvenir keychains and puppets. 

My short out of town trip is definitely something that I'm truly thankful for. After the semester ended, my eyes were already complaining for being overexposed to laptops and cellphones. It's always nice to see real trees, flowers and other natural thingamajigs once in awhile. It makes you feel that there are still two dimensions in this world: digital and real. One can't live a life just typing, blogging or worse, cyber stalking someone in the digital world. One has to go out there to see the trees, smell the roses and while you're at it - take touristy shots! C'mon you have to agree on the touristy shots! Everyone loves touristy shots. I mean why wouldn't you? Hello! Instagram-ing yourself with a breath taking view is the bee's knees nowadays! 

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Ben Cab Museum

Km. 6 Asin Road, Tadiangan, Tuba, Benguet, Philippines

Tel no. (074) 442 7165

www.BenCabMuseum.org

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XX, 

Jess

Armed With Style X Pretty Girl Make-Up Giveaway! (CLOSED)

FIRST PRIZE

City Color Eye Shadow Palette

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Maybelline Dream Smooth Mousse
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THIRD PRIZE

City Color Eye Shadow and Lip Color Palette

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Yes, just follow all those four easy steps. 

Giveaway is open for readers residing in the Philippines only. 

Giveaway will start on November 28, 2012 and will end on December 15, 2012. 

I will announce the winners on my twitter on December 16, 2012. I will also notify the winners through e-mail. 

XX, 

Jess

Sweeping in Barbie Heels

WHEW! That was exhausting! 

This is the official line in my thought bubble for the past week. You see, I am currently on a project of reorganizing and redecorating my room. If you have cleaned your room at least once your entire life, you know how tiring it is to de-clutter! I tell you, it’s not just physical exhaustion! It can be mental exhaustion too! When you have to decide if you ought to keep this magenta heels over that burgundy heels, oh gosh it takes you forever to decide! 

So anyway, I wrote down “sweeping in Barbie heels” cause I wanna relate my sweeping diaries with my outfit for the day. Don’t worry I don’t sweep in these wedges! Hahaha. 

Something's wrong with our camera so the pictures aren't that clear. It's time to bring dlsr to the camera doctor for a quick check-up. Hope everything's fine and nothing serious. 

My sister just came back from Hong Kong and this is what she bought for me! Hooray for Barbie heels! 

| Top: Bershka | Necklace: Sister's gift | Pants: People are People | Wedges: H&M | 

Did you guys enjoy your weekend? Strolled at the beach, perhaps? 

XX, 

Jess
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Cherry On Top

During the start of my senior year, I was more than excited to find out I will only have classes during Mondays AND Fridays. You heard that right. No more elementary/highschool routine of Mondays TO Fridays. Mine was “AND Fridays”. I thought I could get myself to do more non-academic activities. Surprisingly enough I was spending all my time starting up my business, which is technically considered as ‘academic’ since it’s my thesis for my college course.

Don’t get me wrong managing my business it’s actually fun! It’s like I’m getting a daily serving of vanilla ice cream. But after a month of my plain vanilla ice cream, it’s getting a little tiring. It was good but it wasn’t great. I knew I was looking for that “extra kick”.

No more long searches. I knew where I could find that extra kick. Here. Oh yes I’m thankful that I could add another drizzle of chocolate syrup and a little cherry on top on my ice cream a.k.a my life.

Cheers for blogging...again! Haha

So here's the outfit that I created a few days back when I visited my stall. 

| Dress: 50th Avenue | Necklace: Bangkok | Bracelets & belt: The Bling Project | Wedges: Fashion Station | 

XX,

Jess