Building Blacks

You can never go wrong with an all-black outfit.

Whether it's a combination of classic or trendy pieces, if it's all black, it's automatically becomes elevated.

This outfit was built around this pair of sporty ballerinas from Bershka. 

To complete the outfit, we paired it with a mock-turtleneck top from RAF and a skirt from ForMe.

Together, it created this sporty-feminine ensemble that Ate will surely rock.

French Flair

Black and white stripes have always reminded me of French fashion. Whenever French folks are shown on photographs and illustrations, they're usually wearing a striped shirt, black pants or skirts, flat shoes and a beret.

Taking that as inspiration - and using the ongoing fast fashion sales as an excuse - here's an outfit that has that same flair.

The top is from Uniqlo, and is a boxy shirt with black and white strripes.

The pants are from Bershka, and it's a wide legged pant with this interesting overlap detail that makes it look like a skirt at certain angles.

Instead of the usual ballet flats, this outfit is punctuated by patent loafers from Penshoppe. This was 50% off, so woot!

Together, this is a modern French outfit that works wherever in the world you may be.

Beret is optional.

Denim Diva

You can always dress up denim. But this dress takes that comcept a notch higher.

This denim dress from Bershka is made of a stretchy material in a medium wash that makes it good to wear for both casual and dressy occasions. The silhouette is very streamlined and flattering, and the neckline area has an interesting, asymmetric shape. The thigh-high slit adds a hint of sexiness.

Speaking of sexy, check out the back.

It's another one of those dresses that looks as great coming or going. Fitting for a diva.

Denim that's both casual and sexy. Good job, Bershka!

Oh, Chute! Part 2

Whilst ‘i’m thrilled at my Zara web find, the sale items From the other Inditex brands here in MNL were equally thrilling.

Especially these parachute skirt from Bershka!

Ate Bullet is into utilitarian fashion, and this fits the bill. With its parachute material, balloon silhouette and gathered waist and hem, it’s so unique!

After Bershka, it was off to Pull and bear where these Velcro and rubber sandals were also on sale!

The style, material and color were equally utilitarian, which made it a perfect pair for the skirt.

To tie the look together, it’s good to keep it simple with a black, ribbed knit top from Penshoppe.

This is a chute ensemble that’s shoot worthy.

Color Story: Brown Butter

One of the more popular coffee flavours at my nephew’s coffee shop is a concoction the call “Brown Butter Coffee.”

It combines coffee with this homemade, golden caramel syrup, and it creates this combination that’s both strong and smooth.

Well, at least that’s how their regulars describe it. It’s common knowledge that i’m not a coffee drinker.

But Brown Butter Caramel is the color inspiration behind this outfit that I gave Rose for her birthday.

The top is a golden butter color with dolman sleeves from ForMe, while the caramel colored jeans are from Betshka.

To complete the look, a pair of brown mules from Zalora.

It might not be coffee, but this look will surely perk a person up.

Color story: Red, white and blues

Dark blue denim is so easy to dress up. That's why it's such a popular fashion staple. Plus, it's so easy to combine with other colors since it's super versatile. Just like this color combination I've put together.

Blue is this dark blue denim from Stradivarius. A cool detail on this jean is the fact that the buttons are asymmetrical. This gives it some oomph.

White is this immaculately pretty lace blouse which was bought at Bugis Market in SG. The moment I laid my eyes on it, I knew it was a must have.

Red is the pair of red pumps from Bershka. I've written about this pair from the Luxe LFTAT.

Together, the outfit is colorful, but very classic.

Time for Ate to put this color into her wardrobe.

Singing the blues

From reds to blues.

This is what all these sales can do.

Yup, it's a stash of blue jeans - in different washes and colors. Each one has an interesting detail - pearls, pleats, distressed edges, asymmetrical buttons - you name it, it's there.

Best part is, they're all on sale. Some pairs I got as low as P300!

See. The blues can make you happy, too.

New brands in town

In between meetings, the accounts people and I decided to have lunch at the new Glorietta - a place which really rates high in the swank factor. (The highest swank rating has to be the East Wing of Shangri-La Mall. Heck, it feels like I'm in Singapore or Japan!)

While roaming around after lunch, we discovered that the 2 new Spanish brands that we've been anticipating for are finally open!

Too bad we were pressed for time. We didn't get a chance to really go around and check out the merchandise.

But knowing these brands, I'm sure they'll be ultra chic and fashionable.

Welcome to the Philippines, Bershka and Stradivarius!