Take me to the Studio

Saw some articles that feature Zac Posen's collection from Gap Studio, and they're fire!

This denim collection is the epitome of elevated denim. The button details - very simple, if you think about it - is very successful in giving these denim pieces a fashion edge.

It's a long shot, but I'm hoping that they'll carry this studio collection here in MNL.

The graduate

What?!

It's been 11 years since Migs graduated from high school? 

This feels just like yesterday. 

Cue in "I'm getting old" feels.

Takis (not) cheap

So, it's true that they're finally carrying this Mexican classic in Robinsons Supermarket.

Got to check it out, and was surprised at the price. A big bag is around P450! Gosh, this just cost around $1 (both in Mexico and the US), so this price is a bit surprising.

Much as I'm into Takis, I'm not sure if I'll bite.

Surprise Gift(ed)

Aside from Palmolive, one of the accounts that's close to my heart is Promil. 

It was one of the biggest accounts of Adformatix, and the agency was known for its iconic campaign, "The Gifted Child."

I'm fortunate to have seen that campaign come alive. From the 1st gifted child - Adam, until the many gifted children down the road. Each one had a unique story, a wonderful talent, and their common denominator - being gifted.

The most memorable batch for me was Kiko, James and Shaira. Even if the campaign is 30 years old this year, the commercial still plays in my head, and I'm still familiar with the copy of the ad.

Was at a shoot yesterday, and lo and behold, one of the gifted children was there.

Shaira is now a renowned fashion photographer. Her eye for visuals and her creativity in photography is acknowledged in the industry. Her name has been on everyone's lips and list since she started more than a decade back, and she's still doing what she does best.

It was great catching up with her, and we were both waxing nostalgic at the fact that her commercial came out 30 years ago.

That kind of longevity, now that's a gift!

FMM: Another serving of Ham(mond)

While he's known for a lot of songs, the one that Albert Hammond is probably know for the most is his 1981 hit, "When I'm gone."

Truth is, I've almost forgotten that this song was sung by him. The song itself is iconic and is the fodder in many a karaoke sessions, but it's one of those ditties where people focus on the song rather than the singer.

Thank goodness for last week's Albert Hammond post. Because of that, this song resurfaced on my playlist and has earned its spot as a Friday Magic Madness song.

It's serving slow-rock, LSS realness!

"Isang box. Galing Japan!"

That movie reference never grows old. 

But it's also a very appropriate reference, thanks to this discovery:

It's the group meal box from Tokyo Tokyo!

This is such a good deal. You have tempura, tonkatsu, yakisoba and rice, all in one box!

It's a great way to get your Tokyo fix, without having to go to Tokyo.

Taking the cake

Finally!

They're quite hard to find, but I've finally gotten my hands on Toni's crack cakes!

It's easy to understand why these boxed cakes are so in-demand. They're so, so, SO good!

And that's an unbiased opinion. You can take my word (and Toni's cake) on that.

College cats

There are several "house cats" within the SSC Manila campus. 

They're usually to greet me or "meow" at me on Saturdays. They usually hang-out in front of the facutly area, and it's always a joy to watch them.

Was lucky enough to catch 2 of them last Saturday as they were lazing around. It was a scene that's nicely captured in this shot:

They bring cuteness to a different degree.

A college degree.

I See's you!

This sight at The Podium made my heart skip a beat.

A full-sized See's Candies store!

And it's just a stone's throw away from the office.

This I gotta see!

Black buster week: Blowing bubbles

Nope, this isn't about that popular clothing brand from the 90s. But it's about clothes. And about black.

To cap of this week of black outfits, here's an ensemble that takes the skirt du jour - the bubble skirt.

This super cool skirt is from Surplus Shop. It has a very interesting shape and the bubble detail gives it swish and movement. For the top, it's a loose, dolman-ish style top, also in black.

Bubbles have never looked this chic!