Creativity in bloom

A few months ago, Biboy and Liz showed me a photo of a sampaguita-themed brooch that a friend of theirs wanted to use for a Filipiniana wedding in GA.

After scouring different suppliers and shops for it, we couldn't find it. 

Then, a friend suggested a person who does 3D printing. 

And he came up with this.

With the right technology, creativity can really bloom.

Dress with character(s)

Thanks to one of my creative directors at work - Noel - I've developed a new fashion habit.

Printing characters on to dresses.

Noel has a printing shop that can print photos on fabric, and I've been working with him on a few projects the past months.

Our latest project is this:

Saw this very pretty and very classic denim dress at The SM Store. Made of dark denim and with a flattering halter neckline, it's a great canvas for a creative printed design. And that design is this sketch of 4 Filipina characters, wearing different styles of Filipiniana.

The dress came out better than my initial vision. 

Further proof that execution is as important as the concept.

Victor would

Yesterday, Mother and I found ourselves in Bridgetowne for the usual "pagpag."

While we've both been to Opus, this is the first time we were in the back part of that township. And it turned out to be a really nice place.

There were wide spaces, sports facilities, modern looking buildings, and, of course, the statue of "The Victor."

We both agreed that this place had that SG vibe, and it would be great if they could maintain it.

They'd score a victory if they're able to do that.

FMM: Singing Surgeon

When my colleagues and I were talking about 80s OPM singers, the name Nonoy Zuniga came about.

That name immediately rang a bell because of two things.

First, he's a surgeon aside from being a singer. And back then, that was a huge deal. Imagine, he's a not only a good doctor, he's a good singer, too!

Second, he's the brother of my grade 2 teacher, Mrs. Munoz. She would often talk about him, and he actually went to our lass one time.

It was after that meeting that the class learned about his songs. And they turned out to be really cool songs! They were well-written, the lyrics were deep and insightful, and the melodies were easy to listen to. Ballads were his forte, and he sang them with an emotion that you can easily feel.

So, for today's Friday Magic Madness, let me play Nonoy Zuniga's most iconic hits

"Doon lang" was released in 1981, and became one of the most played songs on-air during that time. It also became one of the usual singing contest songs that would be sung. That's who impactful it was.

Let's just say the doctor wrote the prescription for a hit!

Bjorn this way

While we're all familiar with the songs of ABBA, this quote from one of their members - Bjorn Ulvaeus - was new to me.

No wonder they had so many unique and memorable songs. They're testimonies of the life lived by all the 4 members.

Creativity really does run in their groups' blood.

Double Take

Two things that have been well established on this blog.

I'm a fan of Ovaltine.

I'm a fan of Take it.

And now, we have this:

Take it with Ovaltine!

Solid!

Blessed Birthday

Happy Birthday, Mama Mary!

You've done so much for me - both in good and not-so-good times. Your infinite love and compassion has guided me for so many years, and I'm a better person because of of that.

Continue to cover us with your blue mantle of protection and love.

In step

Cute cats really take the edge of Mondays. Especially this Monday when the weather isn't that great.

Spotted this cat in one of the buildings here in Ortigas.

His position on the bottom step, and his far away look makes this photo so intriguing. What's he thinking about? What's keeping him from walking up the stairs?

Let's wait for the next step in this story.

Clasp act

Looks like the fisherman's clasp is having a fashion moment.

I've seen it being by some fast fashion brands, including our very own Plains & Prints.

Ate Bullet was drawn to this jacket the moment she saw it. Needless to say, we had to get it.

The combination of the black denim and the fisherman's clasps gives it a very industrial yet chic vibe. To soften the hardness of the jacket, we paired it with a soft and draped skirt from The SM Store, and mules from Zara.

This gives the look a combination of classy and edgy.

Elie-ment of Surprise

Sneaky, sneaky, H&M.

I've been wondering and researching if H&M will have another designer collaboration, and it usually comes out blank.

But this weekend, they surprised us with this:

Elie Saab x H&M!

I've been a fan of this Lebanese designer for years now. I'm drawn to his very elegant and feminine point of view. He does a lot of red carpet gowns and bridal dresses, and they're always very luxe and fashionable.

And judging by the images that are being provided so far, he's bringing this high glam to H&M.

Can't wait for October!