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How I wish it were the 1930’s!

elyoo — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:45:05 +0000

I really don’t know why, but I really have a big obsession on vests and blazers. How I wish I could live in the 1930’s!

P.S I just love my “new” shorts. It’s actually an old pair of pants that I never wore. I ran out of shorts to wear to other day, so I decided to cut that one up. I think I will be wearing it very often from now on!

A man’s trash is another girl’s treasure.

elyoo — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:46:48 +0000

When I “run out of clothes” to wear, I scavenge for random clothes in our house. Yesterday, I saw this navy pants in a box full of discarded clothes. I tried it on and liked the loose fit! I can’t wait to make outfits with this one!!

P.S. I said “run out of clothes” because I just came across this wonderful quote from an article: “Women don’t run out of clothes, they run out of ideas”

Obsession du Jour | Scarves

elyoo — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:50:27 +0000

I love scarves because they add a splash color to an otherwise boring outfit. I don’t really tie it around my neck because it’s too warm here to do that. However, I do try to think of other ways to incorporate it in my outfit. It can be anything you want, you just have to be creative!

White cotton top Faded Glory | Scarves thrifted

A Little Vintage Shop.

elyoo — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:42:16 +0000

These are photos from a friend’s vintage shop in Cubao X. Sadly, he closed it down a few months go and I really miss it. I was supposed to do a photoshoot in his shop but I wasn’t able to think of a good theme/idea before he finally closed it down. Oh well.

He says, no one really knows what the future brings us. .. maybe one day he will re-open the store. I sure do hope that he will.

Sorry for the lack of updates lately. I have been busy with my new work and I’m starting my fashion design/sewing classes in a few weeks. Wish me luck!

All photos by me | Canon 40D, 50mm 1.8

Goodnight Mr. Monkey

elyoo — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 07:09:37 +0000

Come walk with me Mr. Monkey. The forest looks great this time of the year.

Maybe we can find a little spot to lie around all day, or a perfect place for you to stay.

This is your home Mr. Monkey, but I can’t stay here. Don’t worry as I will visit you maybe later this year.

I won’t say goodbye, but I’ll leave you with a promise beneath the majestic moon.

Goodnight Mr. Monkey, I’ll see you soon!

I’ve never been good with goodbyes.

So if you are reading this Mr. Monkey, this is me saying: See you later!

Lace skirt worn as dress Vintage | Knitted bolero thrifted | Bag thrifted | Head scarf thrifted | Brown braided belt People are People

Rules are meant to be broken

elyoo — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:34:37 +0000

I was a late bloomer in fashion. Back in high school, when most of puberty were spent on boys, clothes and make-up, I wasted my time on cartoons, books and food.

The very first fashion rule that was shared to me was: Never (ever) mix patterns. It actually made sense to me back then, but now, I think I’m just too old for these rules. I mean, who makes these rules anyway? It’s just an opinion of another person. I wouldn’t mind breaking a thousand fashion rules if I really like what I’m wearing.

As what Santino said sang on Project Runway, Lighten up! It’s just fashion!

YAY!!!

elyoo — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:51:44 +0000

Yay!!! I won the Best Fashion Blog award at the 3rd Philippine Blog Awards. List of the other winners are HERE. Congratulations everyone!

Sorry for not blogging about this earlier, I was sick (well, I still am) and really couldn’t get myself to do anything but sleep and drink medicines.

Photo by Tricia Gosingtian

Something I wanted to say…

elyoo — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:37:49 +0000

Whoiselyoo is a finalist for the 3rd Philippine Blog Awards!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you (yes, you!) for your continued support to this little project of mine. Eight months ago, I started this blog just because I had a.) a lot of time in my hands, b.) a camera that I barely use and c.) internet. I didn’t really know if anyone would actually be interested in reading anything about me, but I know I had supportive friends who would visit my blog every now and then. (Which I though was enough!) I wasn’t really expecting that a number of people would actually follow this blog. So, from the deepest corner of my heart and cluttered closet, I sincerely thank all of you!

On a different note: Tomorrow is the awards night and I still don’t know what to wear. Yes, I’m kind of pressured to dress well just because I’m a finalist for the best fashion blog award. Haha! Wish me luck!!

Striped tee thrifted | Pants with suspenders Promod | Woven fedora Rebel Yell

Help!

elyoo — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:00:03 +0000

As most of you know, Philippines was hit by Typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana). As you read this, there are hundreds of dead/missing people and thousands who need your help.

Click HERE for the list of groups/organizations who are accepting monetary and in-kind donations in the Philippines and USA. Food, clothing and medical supplies are all needed.

Light and Dark

elyoo — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:22:53 +0000

Pink, black and blue tafetta skirts made by me | Lace Pumps Luxe | Brown braided belt People are People | Mini cat ears headband Toy Kingdom