Outfit Guide: Paradise IMF 2016

I'm sure you've heard... There's something lit happening on April 9. Huge names from different genres (read: from OPM to EDM to Hiphop) clumped in one surreal night. I honestly don't know how the organizers managed to pull this off, and more importantly, I honestly can't believe that I'm actually going to this music festival.

I just have an itsy bitsy problem — I still haven't decided on what to wear yet. I figured there would be a lot of us who share the same sentiments. There is no room to look crappy when it's an event headlined by Kanye West and Wiz Khalifa, yes???

With that, I assembled four sets of looks to give you some ideas on what to wear and given that one of the headliners has a very distinct sense of style and has his own clothing line, I figured maybe I could pattern these looks from that.

Look #1

Adidas Originals top, 7,920 PHP / Adidas Originals top, 7,920 PHP / Balmain brown legging, 54,735 PHP / High waisted pants, 790 PHP / Tan shoes, 8,270 PHP / Fendi backpack, 105,730 PHP / Isabel Marant bracelet, 11,385 PHP / Maison Margiela ring, 17,075 PHP / Mirror sunglasses, 555 PHP / Mac cosmetic, 1,535 PHP / Nars cosmetic, 2,035 PHP / Nars cosmetic, 1,210 PHP

Basically all four looks featured here all share the same thing: a neutral colour palette. Warm khakis, nudes, taupes, and soft pastel pinks. If you've ever seen Kanye present Yeezy Season 1/2/3, you know these are the dominant hues (well, except the pastel pink hehe).

The first look leans more on the dark side — blacks, browns, maroon. If you want a chill, quick, and fuss free look you can easily dance around in, this is definitely for you. Put on a cropped top, leggings, sneakers, your not-so-big leather backpack, some silverware and minimal nude make up to enhance that pretty face of yours and you're good to go.

Look #2

Brown t shirt, 1,160 PHP / Blue coat, 1,855 PHP / Jillian Plain Strappy Bodysuit, 575 PHP / Alexander Wang denim shorts, 13,805 PHP / Common Projects white shoes, 24,510 PHP / Burberry tinted moisturizer, 2,470 PHP / Nars cosmetic, 1,510 PHP

If you want to bare some legs and cover up above then you may opt for this look. Been raving about nudes in my past blog and Instagram posts and it looks especially cute when paired with washed out denim. If you're feeling a bit hot with the coverup, you can wrap it around your waist 'til things get a bit more chilly again. Top it off with a nude cap and a clean pair of white sneakers. Velcro, for added character ;)

Look #3

Adidas Originals sweatshirt, 19,235 PHP / Pink shirt, 1,070 PHP / Tee shirt / Adidas sneaker, 3,485 PHP / New balance sneaker, 5,580 PHP / Common Projects sneaker, 16,420 PHP / Vince Camuto scarve, 1,765 PHP / Mykita round sunglasses, 26,020 PHP / Christian Dior aviator sunglasses, 22,985 PHP / Round sunglasses, 285 PHP

Ever heard of lampshading? If not, it's simple... it's the "no pants are the best pants" look. If the first set didn't cut it for you in the laidback field then maybe this will. Just select an oversized shirt (printed or not, it's up to you), wear quirky shoes, and just dump on the equally quirky accessories you deem necessary. I find that putting on a neckerchief gives a lovely sense of contrast to this look.

Now I know this look makes you appear like you're not wearing bottoms, but please do, for your own sake. Any denim short shorts would do the trick.

Look #4

Topshop ripped boyfriend jeans, 2,760 PHP / TopShop Strappy Low-Back Body, 1,050 PHP / Common Projects low profile sneaker, 16,355 PHP / Lulu s vegan jewelry, 560 PHP / Wanda Nylon nylon cap, 2,575 PHP / White iphone case, 1,160 PHP / J.Crew rounded sunglasses, 8,360 PHP / Edward Bess palette eyeshadow, 3,995 PHP

Last but certainty not the least, the 4th set. If anything, this would be my favorite — a nude halter bodysuit paired with light denim mom jeans. Similar to the second look but, you guessed it, with pants! Hah!

Kidding aside, I love how this outfit bares just the right patches of skin (shoulders, clavicles, and back), and hugs you in the right places (namely: the waist). Protect your face from that open field sun with a cute satin cap and a belt bag for extra hands-free convenience.

What do you guys think about the looks above? Do you have any more ideas you could share? Write it down in the comments below!

If you guys want to stay updated about this fire Music Festival happening at Aseana City Open Grounds on April 9, follow them in their social media accounts below:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paradiseimf/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/paradiseimf Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/paradiseimf

You can also check their website here for more details and go here if you're ready to purchase. See you guys there!

Rave Outfit Ideas

College nights here, music festivals there, rave parties everywhere. I guess it’s that time of the year where people are hyping themselves up for summer. Sinulog may have passed, but there are still other upcoming parties like ENGLICOM DLSU’s Jacko Wacko and Assumption College’s Radiate… which I bet will be super epic. However, a big question comes to our mind: “What do I wear?!” yeah, I feel you. A lot of people have been asking me non-stop in my askfm for outfit ideas for rave parties. For me, if you’re going to a rave party you have to consider three things: comfort, heat, and impact.

Rave parties involve loads and loads of people and who doesn’t want to look good during a potentially super fun night, right? The challenge is balancing comfort and aesthetics because remember, rave parties include a lot of dancing and jumping up and down while you’re stuck between a crowd, which also crosses out the option of layering too much.

So here’s some outfit ideas for that wild rave night you’re looking forward to.

OUTFIT IDEA #1

Nothing says sexy better than black lace does but remember showing too much skin isn’t always sexy too! So cover up with a baseball shirt. The lace and baseball shirt also create a sense of contrast between girly and street.

Lace bralette American Eagle Outfitters Distressed denim high waist shorts Lee Baseball Shirt Supreme Moon Choker pinkoutsidethebox​ (ig) All black sneakers Vans Lippie Mac Sunnies, bracelets n/a

OUTFIT IDEA #2

This outfit is for those who really don’t want to wear anything short for their bottoms. The rips on the jeans are enough for the leg flaunting part. Keep everything else plain and leave the statement making to your statement bralette. The red shoes also break the monochrome thing going on in this outfit.

Statement bralette theaccoutrement Ripped Jeans H&M All red sneakers Vans Snapback urbanoutfit_mnl (ig) Saturn choker nylonthelabel (ig) Rings prettylittleblings (ig) Sunnies n/a

OUTFIT IDEA #3

How about an all black outfit with a floral snapback as the main event? Also, instead of wearing the usual denim black high waist shorts, why not wear a leather one? The socks also add a little edge to the whole look.

Black cropped tank H&M Leather shorts n/a Socks Nike Black Airforce 1 sneakers Nike Sun choker mentalclutterph (ig) Rings prettylittleblings (ig) Floral cap HUF Bracelet Cartier

OUTFIT IDEA #4

If there’s all black outfit, why not try all white too? Really turn heads with a cut-out tank like this and statement cap. A guy actually used my cap (which looks exactly like this) as a conversation starter during unleashed 3. Set contrast by wearing a really dark lippie and add an extra flair with falsies!

Cut out tank n/a White distressed shorts Levis Cap n/a Sunnies Sunnies Studios Eye necklace prettylittleblings (ig) Watch Casio Lippie Mac White Air max 90 Nike

ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS

If you’re not really the type who can wear skin exposing tops, other tops like ribbed crop tops, ringer shirts, cropped baseball shirts, and cut out tops with sleeves work too! Try other accessories as well such as knee high socks for major statement points. The possibilities are endless!

Now I ask you again, are you ready for Jacko Wacko & Radiate?? You’d better be! Follow them on their social media accounts for inquiries and more information! You should have tickets by now!

Jacko Wacko twitter Radiate twitter

Top 7 Things a Girl Should Have in her Wardrobe - Chill Edition

We all know how the classic list goes - black slacks, black pumps, blazer, day dress, the perfect heels, a little black dress etc, etc. The pieces sound all so sophisticated and dressy. Don’t get me wrong, they are essentials and there will always be a time where you will need or be required to wear them. Emphasis on “a time” though, that means that these pieces aren’t really needed on a daily basis. What about those days where you just want to look casual and chill? What about those days where you don’t want to make “tiis ganda” (Conyo lol) but still want to look decent and put-together? I’m pretty much like that. Trust me, you’ll be like that if you have to think of a decent outfit every single day of your college life while taking into consideration the stress and pressure (uncomfy clothing adds up to the stress, you know) you’ll be enduring for the day. So here’s the list a made for myself and for people who share the same style and sentiments that I have ;)

First on the list, is the perfect white shirt. For real, you could make a lot of outfit combos with this piece and the fact that it’s plain, avoids people from making sure that you’ve repeated the piece over and over again (lol). It’s neat, and you could style it any way you want. Want something a little bit dressed up and sophisticated? Pair this piece with denim/leather jeans, some strappy heels, big sunnies, a top knot, and viola! Instant celebrity-ish look. Not really the girly type? Tuck this in high waist cutoffs, sneakers, and a snapback. Yo homey. Jk. You guys get my drift on how awesome this piece is, right? (Photo of how I wore mine)

Where to get it: I recently bought mine yesterday from Topman. They were on sale and I got mine for 50% off ;) but I’m pretty sure you can find one from the department store.

I swear, before, jeans were my legs’ number one enemy. All of my jeans made my legs and hips look huge. So, so sad. Finally, I found a pair from Bershka (Photo here), it looked promising so I tried it on and - oh my gosh - they were perfect. Sure my legs were still curvy and thick, but the jeans didn’t make it any more big. It actually hugged my legs in a way that it enhances my legs’ curves. After that, I started wearing jeans again and I must say, jeans really make or break an outfit. Wear one that doesn’t have a great fit, and you’ll look lousy, wear one that has great fit, well, wow. hihi. All I’m trying to say is, find the perfect jeans and the top + jeans outfit will always work, always.

Where to get it: I’ve observed that great fitting jeans are all over this season. I got mine from Bershka, Forever 21, and Topshop.

The white cami pretty much works like the perfect white shirt except it’s sexier, and can be mostly used as an inner clothing. I usually wear mine under my plaid, camouflage, and denim button down shirts. Also under denim jackets and vests. I feel kind of exposed when I wear this on it’s own (conservative loljk) but when I’m feeling extra gutsy, I do wear this with high waist shorts and sneakers.

Where to get it: Forever 21 offers the best plain cami at the most affordable price for me.

I’m not a sneaker head but I prefer wearing sneakers any time of the day. I prefer wearing one with pants, shorts, skirts, and sometimes even with dresses (if it doesn’t look wrong). I wear them almost everyday! Nothing beats the comfort and the carefree look and vibes it emits.

Where to get it: depends on what kind of sneakers you want, actually. I got mine from Vans. My current favorite, my all black sneakers (Photo here), are from Cotton On. I’m also currently eye-ing Nike’s Roshe Run and Converse’s classic white high tops.

I added the word versatile for a reason. Try to get leggings that aren’t so sheer. That sheerness could lead to embarrassment and outfit mishaps (think: underwear exposure). As of now, I have two treggings (trousers that fit like leggings) and more than 3 black leggings. Like my sneakers, I wear these almost daily to school. It’s comfy, it’s sleek, it goes with almost everything, it slims out my legs, and I can move around easily without worrying if my butt cheeks are already exposed (haha dang bandage skirts). If i want to look a little bit more formal, I usually tuck in my top into my high waist treggings. One time, I wore a plain white pocket tee and tucked it into my HW treggings, I didn’t know that that was also the day the ACG (Arts College Government) was doing their shoot and their dress code was a white polo and black pants or skirt for girls. My classmate thought I was also part of the shoot! Ha ha. See how two basic pieces, a plain white shirt and high waist black treggings, could make you look casually professional. Here are some photos on how I wear mine (Muscle shirt + Treggings // Oversized sweater + leggings // Cami top + Floral bomber jacket + leggings // Corporate-ish attire)

Where to get it: I have one hand-me-down Zara treggings from my mom. I also got one from Mango which was on sale. I saw one yesterday at Topshop but it was kind off pricey (P1,800++). As for the leggings, I bet you could easliy find one from the department store!

We all know how bipolar our weather is here in the PH. Getting a basic, fluffy, cozy hoodie is a must. Pick one that isn’t to thick but is not so thin either. I know what you’re thinking, “Will I not look lousy or like I’m going on a jog or something?” well, that’s exactly why I’m advising that you get a hoodie with just the right thickness and right material so that it won’t look lousy at all. If you do find that perfect hoodie, well cheers to you because it will not look wrong in usual daily outfits when you’re feeling a bit chilly. A blazer or structured jacket/coat is good too but it’s not as comfy as this and we are talking about chill clothes in this post, right? Ha ha.

Where to get it: I recently saw one from Forever 21 men. Also from Topman, Uniqlo, and Cotton on.

There are days when it’s too hot to wear pants and you just want to set your legs free. The perfect shorts are the answer to that. It’s important to know what kind of shorts you want. Do you like those with the classic cuts or are you into the v shaped cuts that’s very popular lately? As for me, I prefer the latter. I don’t know, they just feel more “street” than the ones with the straight cuts and street is definitely my style. Also, it’s very important to buy a size that fits you. Don’t buy a size too large because you’ll end up looking very very lousy and it would be a waste of money but don’t buy a size too small either because you want to look “sexy” there’s absolutely nothing sexy about overflowing fat. Get your right size and I promise, it will lift the right places and hide the right parts. Another thing, I also prefer investing in denim shorts rather than leather, cotton, or whatever other fabric because denim exudes casualness (cotton too but it feels more like athletic wear) and is very versatile.

Where to get it: Oh….. the shops are endless. The usual, Forever 21, Topshop, Cotton On, Zara, tiangges, but my current favorite shorts come from Vanilla Breeze Clothing (Photo of my go to shorts). I also loooove these shorts (Photo) it’s branded One Teaspon, a foreign brand that isn’t in the Philippines yet but I hope it does arrive here though.

So that’s my list of the top 7 things every girl should have in her wardrobe, the chill edition! I hoped it helped all the lazy bums out there jk, I’m a lazy bum. Do you guys have all the stuff listed here? Did I miss out on anything? What about you guys, what’s in you list? :) Comment below! :)