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Lookbook: Binondo Boi

Amid the daily hustle and bustle in the city of Manila, my friend and I took a chance to explore one of the city's historical gems. Yep you got it right, it's Binondo. Who would have thought that this very busy town can give you nothing but pure fusion of both modern and vintage vibes? In spite of the mayhem on the busy streets of the town, you can definitely feed up your gram with amazing photos. Thanks to the diversity offered by the different corners of Binondo!

My friend and I had a photowalk on a Sunday, so basically almost all of the stores were closed. I felt a lil bit disappointed because we really wanted to capture the usual "Binondo Grind", but what surprised us is how our compositions turned out. The whole set shows the "still and chill" side of Manila's amazing Chinatown.

Who wouldn't want a pic on the iconic Jone's Bridge?

Oh, those closed stores. Always a classic.

OMG?!?! Very HK, right??

Don't forget the solid colored walls.

Good thing there's no fire sitch at that time. hehe

More random street elements y'all.

OMG MY FRIEND FRAMED THESE SOOOOO WELL:

Binondo lights caused us eyegasm tbh.

(Disclaimer: this is not a paid post. lol)

See, you don't really have to travel that far just to get those picture perfect photographs. Re-discover your area and get familiar with the different landmarks and spots around your place. A little exploring doesn't hurt that much (trust me)! Now get your gears and outfits ready, and head on to your next shoot in Manila!

All photos were captured by my great friend Yasmin Salamanca. Check her gram @oggythemagician and show her some love.

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Lookbook: Baby Blue Boy

We all have those days when we just want to lay back, put on a nice vibrant outfit, and walk past stunning sceneries. Imagine being under a serene sky, sippin' your fave iced shaken tea while waiting for the sun to set.... Honey, what could go wrong? Absolutely nothing.

This summer season, I ought to be more experimental when it comes to my personal style. And for this blog post, I wanted to bring something "good" back... wait for it.... yes... the timeless day to night look from the 70's. This era is known for looks that are amazingly fit for walking around the park at day and hitting some disco beats at night.

Remember those supposedly-buttoned-but-almost-unbuttoned-button-down-shirts *winks* from the 70's? Yes, they are making a comeback nowadays. Prints, colors, patterns, that's what they are all about! So I decided to put on a light blue oversized casual polo that comes with white vertical stripes.

And for my pants, I tried to dump skinny jeans and have a take on flared knit pants (western style *winks again*). As you can see, the pair of pants that I'm wearing is high waisted. This is a modern take on knit trousers to visually elongate the legs and slim the hip.

I picked this ensemble to make the transition easier. I don't really have to put on an extra garment, or put on accessories, or change shoes just to make it a night look. This strategy is perfect for on-the-go persons like me who wants to spend the day strolling down town and have a good time partying at night.

How about you guys? What are your day to night outfits? Let me know in the comments section below. <3

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In fashion, personal style

By The Bay

In today's monochromatic trend, we should not be afraid to reinvent our personal style. Yes, I know, that was kinda ambitious. But hey! Being outrageous, ornate and garnish is actually fun.

Japanese inspired souvenir jackets are making a scene nowadays. And great news! These jackets are now widely sold in the worldwide market. Designers and brands are creating a modern take on this historic attire that was worn by Japanese soldiers in the WWII.

Aside from the timeless beauty of silk, I personally like the details imprinted on these type of jackets. Japanese imagery adds a vintage vibe that makes any look a lot more classic and pop at the same time.

One of the key factors in wearing souvenir jackets is being experimental. With all the jacket's details, color, and fabric, you should be able to pick the right ensemble to avoid clashing. Intimidating it may sound, but it's actually fun dressing up with it.

In my case, I decided to throw on a ribbed white top paired with high-waisted shorts to make the jacket stand out and pop. Plus, a brushed-up hairdo to match the whole vintage feels.