Given enough time to reflect, I can probably enumerate all my life instances when I felt like I was doing something right. One of them is being directly contacted by a brand’s international PR team. This time, I got a message from PUMA, straight from Boston, wanting to send me their MY-66 sneaker wedges designed in a collaboration with Mihara Yasuhiro. I was asked to choose from black/pink, and white/gray. And of course I chose the one that I feel like will match the rest of my wardrobe. My week is made!

Mihara Yasuhiro, if the name doesn’t ring a bell, is a well-known Japanese designer known for his shoe work. While he also has his own clothing label in Tokyo, his collaboration with PUMA Black Label put him in a whole other level. If you’re curious about his other designs, try to search for images on Google and I’m sure all you sneaker freaks will want to own one of his designs too! (Count on me, of all people, to be biased about all things Japanese, lol.)

Currently, I have about 4 pairs of sneaker wedges, thanks to that fashion-meets-function element that they have. The trend doesn’t seem to be going away soon, but regardless of what’s in or not, this pair would have to be my favorite! Not only is it my first non-black pair, but I am so in love with the design! Looks like a work of art. The 3.5 inch heels add so much more height too, compared to most sneaker wedges. And not to mention, this design is quite slim and sexy, and is definitely perfect for those who aren’t huge fans of too-chunky footwear. In love!

Thinking if I should bring this to my trip to Kyoto and Osaka in a few days since I’ll be doing a lot of walking. Of course, me being me, I’d want to do it in style!

(Freedom heels, Clothes for the Goddess cape dress, Ferreted necklace, Forever 21 belt, Gifts Ahoy ring) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Wish the world had more of these to save the day. 

Cinched the dress with a belt to give it a bit of shape, but from the back it really looks like I’m wearing a cape. Love the flowy fabric that sways with my every move. I managed to wear this as a lame fashion tribute to the Avengers movie since Thor is one of my favorites! We all know he has this long red cape (that matches his godly, silky “Thoreal” locks), and I figured that it’s totally the right time to bring my own cape out of my closet!

Now all I have to do is to pray that I may one day have Scarlett Johansson’s curves to pull off a tight-fitting bodysuit!

Anyhow, my body clock is still screwed up ever since I got back from Europe… thus the whole blogging at the most obscure hours thing. :P

Long overdue entry on some of the flat shoes that I use. Contrary to popular belief, I also rest my feet from heels from time to time, especially when I travel or have photography work.

5 x 5! <3 I shot these some time ago so my new-ish shoes aren’t included here. I’ll be linking back to some stores in case you guys are interested in getting a pair or two! Thanks to everyone below for sending me all the flats I’ll probably ever need in the next few years!

Forever 21 glitter ballet flats

Anthology “Vienna” flats

Tonic transparent oxfords

Steve Madden brogues

Le Bunny Bleu flats

When worn. Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Feetish leopard flats

Cocorose London foldable flats

When worn. Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Anthology “London” brogues

When worn. Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Anthology “Barcelona” loafers

H&M flats

Tribute Shoes “Moscow” darby loafers

Tribute Shoes “Berlin” flats

Forever 21 glitter ballet flats

Yosi Samra foldable flats

Satchi Store “Vivi” captoe flats

Wanted oxfords

When worn. Hype this look on Lookbook here.

From a store in Myeongdong (in Seoul)

When worn. Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Tribute Shoes “Dubai” flats

Posh Pocket Shoes glitter ribbon flats

Poise Designs “Nancy” t-strap flats

Tribute Shoes “Audrey” flats

Satchi Store “Kochi” loafers

Suelas foldable ballet flats 

Poise Designs “Criselda” flats

Tribute Shoes “Audrey” flats

When worn. Hype this look on Lookbook here.

(Photos by Edric Chen, color grading by me; W♥C top and Scawaii bow jeans from Minimaos, Carmelletes loafer heels) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

One random, rainy afternoon last February, my good friend Edric and I decided to catch up on life. We haven’t seen each other for the longest time, but we definitely still continued to silent support each other’s work via different social networking platforms like Tumblr and Facebook. Last year, he has been photographing a lot of local and international bloggers as a full-fledged hobby. Being able to witness him develop this penchant of his from the start (since I was the first Lookbook-er he ever shot, I believe), I can’t help but feel like a proud momma.

The weather was uncooperative the day of our reunion, so I decided to compensate by wearing something brighter than my usual. I rarely wear jeans, but these are an exception. How can anyone not love ribbons on your pants!?

Also, I hope my rain-induced grogginess didn’t show in these pictures. Edric and I hated the rain and intense humidity that day, but now that it’s the start of summer, I’d very much like rainy weather again please!

(Sheinside blazer, Topshop top and shorts, from HK socks, Feet for a Queen heels, Wi accessories)

Quick post on an old Lookbook entry before I fly out of town for an advocacy.

Boyish elements in one of the most girly color combinations. Sometimes it’s really fun to play with opposites and mix them all together like this. The main point of this outfit is this blazer. Isn’t the color just glorious? <3

(Ingni sweater, Ingni shorts, from HK socks, Trunk Show heels) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Thanks mom for helping me with my photos even if I’m a little blurred. I love you still! <3

Last Valentines day, I wore a rose-colored one piece and cream pumps for my dinner date with my favorite boy. The day after, I still had a Valentines hangover so I opted for this color scheme when I went to UST for a photography and styling talk. 

The students from Arkitrato were so nice giving me this cute bouquet which matched my outfit completely! The sweetest thing, really. I absolutely love flowers and I never think they’re sayang even if I know they’re going to wilt anyway. The gesture of giving flowers and the feeling after receiving them, traditional I may sound, do not compare to anything else. 

My boyfriend gave me a bouquet of 11 pink roses and 3 yellow tulips last Tuesday. It was our second Valentines as a couple, but our first actual Valentines together since I was out of the country the first time. He was so sweet last year though, making such a huge effort sending the loveliest flowers to my hotel room in New York. <3 

How did your Valentines Day go? I’d love to hear your story too!

P.S. I wore different shoes to the photography and styling talk but I couldn’t resist photographing these babies right away as soon as I got home and was greeted by easily the most perfect pair of strappy cream heels.

(Olive des Olive blouse, from Korea skorts, Sugarfree shoes, from Japan bolo tie and glasses) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Wore this to Poveda last Saturday, where I talked about my photography! It’s always overwhelming to be invited as a speaker, but it’s a totally different kind of honor for me to be able to talk about my photography work more than anything else. So excited for tomorrow as I’ll be shooting Glitterati’s summer collection with one of my most favorite designer-bloggers, JL.

Wanted to keep it dressy but casual, so I balanced my wine-colored button-down blouse (which I keep wearing every week, btw) with high-waist shorts. Also managed to get some snaps of my outfit outdoors for a change, and just before sunset too (magic hour!), thanks to the boyfriend!

Glasses I couldn’t resist purchasing when I went to Fukuoka last December. Way too cute!

I spy, with my little eye, my favorite bolo tie.

My second pair of Sugarfree shoes - perfect shape for staple booties that match pretty much everything I wear, perfect shoes for that instant “chic” effect.

(Tarte top, Forever 21 skirt, Cotton On socks, Sugarfree pumps, from Korea ring) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Sugarfree is finally available in Manila, and I just had to get myself these lovely pair of electric blue pumps. Coincidentally wore my other pair of Sugarfree shoes when I recently met the owners last weekend just before doing a talk on blogging and Inbound Marketing at the Network of Enterprising Women’s Annual Conference. Talk about awesome and awkward at the same time!

What I really love about their shoes is how perfect they are for everyday use. They might seem insanely high, but the platforms make them very comfortable without compromising on style or quality.

Swishy swishy floral skirt that I got from Forever 21 about 2 years ago. One of my best Forever 21 finds to date, definitely. Can’t even remember how many times I’ve worn this skirt in my life.

Blue cuffs that match my skirt and shoes. Pink ring that matches the flowers on my skirt. Girly, pastel goodness in preparation for spring, and for a certain photoshoot that I recently shot for my favorite local magazine. Watch out for it in April!

(Romwe loose top and mullet skort, Five by Five Miu Miu-inspired heels, Forever 21 accessories) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

While it may seem like the white flowy train is coming from my top, it’s actually from these lovely skorts (which have sold out, sadly) I got from Romwe. I’m always wearing these nowadays because they instantly glamify (Sue me - I keep on making words up again) simple outfits.

This is my first outfit entry ever since I went strawberry blonde! Such a challenge to wear stuff that won’t clash so much with my hair color now. I tried a red top on last weekend and I thought I ended up looking like McDonalds. I guess this is goodbye to bright red tops for me. Going blonde is a life changer, I tell you.

On a semi-related note, black and white look great with blonde so thankfully I can still use 95% of my closet.

Reasons why these shoes are perfect:

1) They’re satin platform mary janes 2) They have cats all over 3) They’re more affordable versions of the original Miu Miu’s 4) Did I already mention they have CATS all over them? (My friend Feanne would love this!)

All Forever 21 accessories in time for the Forever 21 Mastercard Launch Party at Prive Luxury Club at the Fort Strip tomorrow, October 12, 2011 Wednesday at 8:30 pm. See you there with the rest of the Forever 21 brand ambassadors!

So flattered to be chosen to model for Anthology, which is a brand I really swear by because they are easily the best when it comes to creating high-quality flats. My silver Shanghai flats are my default shoes whenever I have shoots (as a photographer) that require me to move around a lot and they’ve never failed me. I used to only photograph for them, so it was quite surprising to be the one in front of the camera this time.

Cupcakes with the Anthology logo - how adorable!

Karrots is the creative wonder woman behind the brand. She is made of all sorts of awesome, as you can see…

Layering, in Inkarlcerating fashion.

Perfect eyebrows.

Androgyny! I could totally wear this whole ensemble (I am reminded of myself circa 2010) and I guess that’s one of the reasons why I just absolutely love stalking his Lookbook and bumping into him at events - I can so relate to his style. Wish I could raid his closet!

Teaser of the Shibuya brogues with orange soles.

Thanks a lot to my dear Karl (one of my most favorite bloggers) for helping me document this day and for being such a wonderful stylist. I now have something to brag to his fans: I wore Karl’s clothes and was able to experience being Karl for half a day! How did it feel like, you ask? Inspiring is an understatement. This shoot made me want to wear my all-black ensembles with crosses and platform boots again.

And thank you to Ivan and Karrots for getting me to be the face for Anthology and for touring us around the factory too. Can’t wait to see the photos!

(LaDress “Evita” dress, Madewell collared blouse, Korea tie, Forever 21 ring, H&M socks, Sophie Theallet for Nine West “Tinna” espadrilles) Hype on Lookbook here. Shot last April 25, 2011.

Designer Sophie Theallet, know for her sweet and feminine aesthetics and French background, has collaborated with Nine West to design a collection of shoes and handbags that are perfect for spring and summer. One can never go wrong with ribbons and stripes!

If I had to choose another item from this collection, I’d totally get the adorable “Emma” straw handbags in both colors. They come with small keychains and charms inspired by French and American culture. Spot a tiny version of the Eiffel Tower! Nothing short of cute.

View the Sophie Theallet for Nine West collection here. View the Facebook gallery here. Available in selected locations in the United States.

Fashion has a lot to do with inspiration, and being inspired to dress up, as well as being inspired by not only trends but also even the most mundane things around us or even the silliest memories from the past.

When I found out I was getting a pair of Sophie Theallet shoes (Thanks to Sharon of Digital Brand Architects), I knew it would be the perfect time to inject some form of French inspiration in my blog post. In this case, funny enough, I got it a little help from childhood pop culture. This was inspired by no other than Madeline, a cartoon series I used to love when I was a kid.

Happy Easter!

Eight months after my first shoe post, I finally found time to shoot these. It’s spring/summer after all, so I figured shooting my brown, beige, and summer-y pairs would be more appropriate than just updating my old shoe post with more and more black shoes.

Enjoy the 50mm f/1.4 goodness!

1 Forever 21 2 Sophie Theallet for Nine West 3 Anthology 4 Capital Vice by Soulier 5 SM Parisian 6 Steve Madden 7-9 H&M 10-12 Asian Vogue 13-14 Five by Five 15 Korea 16 Aldo 17 Comfit 18-19 Gold Dot

(self-portraits; Topshop knit cardigan, random brand white top, Zara leggings, Forever 21 cross necklace and black connector ring, Bijoux de Lou connector ring, Five By Five leopard-print wedges) Hype this look on Lookbook here.

Yesterday, these pretty leopard-print wedges were sent to me by an up and coming online store (along with a pair of 4.5” buckled suede slingback clogs). These are a little different from what I usually wear, but this is probably the start of my being more open-minded towards non-black shoes. Leopard-print shoes are tres cute (and a must-have this season too)!