Cheerio

Happy Wednesday Everyone!

Last weekend, for the first time I watched a dancing brass band performed at the school gym. What I was most thrilled about was that my former students who are now in JHS are members of the band.

I had mixed emotions! I caught myself smiling (from ear to ear), dancing, cheering, nodding, clapping and teary eyed! I couldn’t even count how many times I had goosebumps all the way to their encore performance.

Their “Hey Mickey” performance was unforgettable that I decided to wear something cheerleader inspired the next day when I met up with my gurlfriends.

Yes, I am over-accessorizing! Guilty as charged. “Women should never over accessorize.” But if you keep in the same color scheme, it’ll look as though it’s all in one package.

It’s my birthday this weekend! And I know my outfit is not age appropriate, but hey, it’s ok to feel and look young once in awhile. I will be on hiatus until Sunday.

Thank you for reading!

**OUTFIT**
Skirt- Thrifted || Blouse- Mango || Espadrilles- Tory Burch || Purse- Burberry Blue Label

iPhoneography by Rex Domingo

Pretty Little Chambray

Happy Sunday Everyone!It was a warm day yesterday and I had open-school. My work as a teacher involves a lot of big exaggerated gestures for my students to understand while I do my lesson. I wanted to dress comfortably and at the same time look chic and professional.I’d remove all my accessories ofcourse and use a different shoes at school. But what matters is the “before and after work”, I still want to look chic even if I had a long day at work while I commute. You can never go wrong with a “little chambray dress.” Regardless of brands, it all looks the same to me. It’s how you accessorize it that makes your look differ.

Thank you for reading and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

**OUTFIT 1**
Chambray Dress- Brandless, bought at Seiyu || Red Pant- Zara || Wedges- Charles and Keith || Bag- Versace

*OUTFIT 2*
Chambray Dress- Brandless, bought at Seiyu || Sandals- Jessica Simpson || Belt- Baby Gap

IPhoneography by Rex Domingo

Floral Eye

Happy Wednesday Everyone!

Floral pants is one trend that always comes back every spring/summer. Styling it can be a challenge because if you style it wrong, you would end up like a walking sofa.
There are a lot of ways to style floral pants but for this look, I wanted it to be an accent because I want the classic eyelet top to be the statement piece. Adding this bright orange purse will definitely makes the white top stand out.

Thank you for reading.

**OUTFIT**
Eyelet Top- Ray Cassin || Floral Pants- Lowry’s Farm || Purse- Lancel || Bow Flats- Esperanza
iPhoneography by Rex Domingo

Lemon Bright

Happy Sunday Everyone!

Hope you are having a great weekend.

Having a vibrant ensemble is perfect for this hot weather. It feels like I am going to the beach, but I am actually just having a nice afternoon with my gurlfriends in Shibuya.

And oh! What do you think of this charm bracelet I made?
Thank you for reading!

**OUTFIT**
Yellow Shirt – Gap || Dress- H&M also seen here || Bag- Prada || Shoes- Tory Burch

IPhoneography by Rex Domingo

Question and Answer

Happy Friday Everyone!

Finally finally!! After a very long week, it’s the weekend!

Today, I am answering 11 questions from my friend Vanilla Housewife who nominated me for the Liebster Award. I accept the award from the bottom of my heart.

I usually write about 200 characters for every post but today is an exception.

1. What irks you?
People who step on my shoes and doesn’t apologize.

2. What is your favorite me-time?
I like going to coffee shops. I would have a text marathon with my best friend Felma or reply to comments on facebook. I don’t think about work at all.

That Red Edge

Happy Wednesday Everyone!

Just a quick hello and hope you are all having a fantastic week so far.

Most of my posts I rarely wear a full make up. I don’t have time to wear one in an everyday basis with my line of work. But today, Rex suggested that I wear one for this post. I think I looked tired from teaching 6 classes straight. Red lips is a great accessory, don’t you agree?

Thank you for reading.
<3,
Carey

**OUTFIT**
Blouse- gifted (no brand) || Cropped Skinny Pants- Zara || Shoes- Jelly Beans

MUA and IPhoneography by Rex Domingo

Sunny Talk

Happy Sunday Everyone!

It’s my birthday month, yeeeey! Thank you for all your support for the month of May! It was the  most viewed month ever! Rex and I worked so hard so thank you for all your love and support! We are so fired up to give you more!It’s officially summer and  we need to protect our eyes from the harmful rays of the sun! In my post 5 Shades of Chic I was on the fence on what sunglasses I should get! Browsing through www.smartbuyglasses.jp I’ve decided to go for leopard print!

Leopard print is glamorous! It is considered neutral, meaning it can match with any prints. Just make sure to match  appropriately. For instance my outfit has a very loud color but the leopard print in my sunnies is just enough to give edge to the look.

Here are my top 5 raaaaaawr-est designer sunnies!

1. Prada Avana 2.Tom Ford Campbell 3. Rayban Wayferer 4, Tom Ford Nico 5. Dolce and Gabbana  All availabe at www.smartbuyglasses.jp

Thank you for reading!

<3,

Carey

Iphoneography by Rex Domingo

Sunglasses images courtesy of www.smartbuyglasses.jp

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Purple Parade

Happy Friday Everyone!

We have another pairing post for all you restylers out there!

I bought this dress 2 years ago when I had my first ever presentation in our company meeting.

The material is soft silk and what’s great about it is, I can use it as a blouse for that business casual vibe..

My blazer has a floral lining print that doesn’t match with my printed dress. I wanted to give it an edgier look too. And this is the solution.

Thank you for reading.

<3,
Carey

**OUTFIT**
Dress- H&M || Blazer- H&M || Pants- Gap || Shoes- Esperanza

IPhoneography by Rex Domingo

The Return of the Peplum

Happy Wednesday Everyone!
Hope you are having a wonderful week so far.
It feels like ages since the last time I wore this peplum blouse. I bought it last winter and I admit it’s quite a challenge transforming it to a spring wardrobe because of the dark colors. But it’s thick enough for a 20C weather.


Tip: Choose the brightest color and match it with either a shoes or bag. It’s the perfect time to wear shorts coz it’s not too hot.


Thank you for reading!
<3,
Carey

**OUTFIT**
Peplum Blouse- H&M || Shorts- Zara || Bolero- some bazaar in Pinas || Shoes- Washington Ginza || Bag- Papillonner

IPhoneography by Rex Domingo

P.S. This is the 5th look (boston bag) of the 1 bag with 10 looks. See the other 4 looks here.

Work to Play

Happy Sunday Everyone!

I hope you are all having a great weekend so far.On a typical Friday, I usually have a full schedule at work (6 classes straight!). I knew that it was a 27C weather thus I wanted to wear something breezy but at the same time look professional. We have a dress code that’s why.Most often than not, I always have dinner engagements on a Friday. Be it dinner out with DH or with friends and sometimes work-related parties, I don’t want to go home and change outfits. Commute can be tiresome here in Japan, so I just bring my necessities and rent a locker.Playing with the right accessories, you will be surprised how an outfit can be transformed. Black and white is a trend this season and I think it’s my favorite because you can never go wrong with it! Thank you for reading!

<3,

Carey

**WORK OUTFIT** Blouse- Bayo ll  Legging Pants- Tuttuanna ll Shoes- Jelly Beans ll Bag-Papillonner

**PLAY OUTFIT**  Shoes- Esperanza ll Clutch-Papillonner ll Necklace- Forever 21

Iphoneography by Rex Domingo

P.S.

The bags used above is actually just 1 bag! 10 looks for the price of 1! Here are 2 other looks! I have to say, this is my best buy of the year!