Thoughts on shopping

This past few months, I haven't been in the mood to shop. Well let's say I went to a heavenly shop full of clothes,I have the money and I'm free to choose anything to buy. The only problem is…. I can't choose any damn thing. Well before I went here in the Philippines, I went to Forever 21 in Dubai mall (their F21 is bloody huge). I spent 30 minutes walking around and rummaging through the racks and I can't choose anything. And when I got some really cute top, the fabric is either too thin or the neck cut is too low.  

And a few days ago, I went to Divisoria (Call me cheap but the accessories they have are pretty much alike and prettier that what F21 sells.) I was walking and walking and scanning every shop and I still CAN'T CHOOSE ANYTHING.

WHAT IS HAPPENING. 

Well the clothes that Divisoria sells are somewhat on trend. Maybe that's the problem. I've had enough of the peter pan collars, pleated skirts, blazers and sheer polos. I'm fed up with all the trends that I've seen in the inter webs and magazines. It's almost like everybody is wearing them.

For example, the longchamp tote bag. I really wanted to have one (circa 2010) and  when I went back here in the Phils. for vacation. I got my self a knock off from SM (they've got it all for you!). Eventually I stopped using it. And when I came back again from vacation here….. Oh my gosh…. Almost every time I go out. I see 7-10 people with a long champ (overrated alert!!!!).

I've always wanted to be unique. When I get inspired, i'll make sure that I edit or add a touch of my character into something that I create or present.

Everyone should have that output. Individuality is a key to present or communicate what you want others to know and acknowledge.

Hoping that I can get something from the thrift shop (again don't judge me). I love shopping on thrift shops because the pieces are vintage and unique. There's only a little chance that another person has that same and exact kind of clothing. But make sure that you sanitize them properly (better safe that sorry! haha!)

Well that's it for now. I'm posting this photo of the things I got in Changi Airport, Singapore. Cotton On was on sale so I got 2 sets of bracelets and a dress for less than 20 SGD!

P.S What are your thoughts on my new header and blog background?

xx,Chiin

Finale

My last photoshoot with my photo buddy Denisse and her best friend Criselle at souq.

xx,Chiin

Graduation

Graduation came, and now it's time for ourselves to part ways and leave Abu Dhabi for our new life in the Philippines awaits. Tonight I'll be flying back home (I'm quite late compared to my friends who already left AUH). I'll be having my 4 hr stop over at Changi airport and might visit the bookstores and Watson's there (hello asian nail polishes and books!)

Now here's some photos from our Graduation..

Presents I got.... loving the Cherry Blossoms by Elizabeth Arden perfume! I also have the Green tea one! 

 And.. the outfit post. (Zara dress, H&M accessories and Steve Madden Westi wedges)
When I first saw this dress from Zara, I knew that I had to get it! But then I had to wait a few more months to wear it for my Graduation. I love the color and the simplicity of the dress. It doesn't look that boring because it has some cut outs in the sleeves! :)

With my girls! Marish and Casey

  Me together with my FOTOYZZA crew! We won Photographer of the year and Graphic designer of the year!!! ;;)



xx,Chiin

Cherry Styled 2.0 soon

I'll be revamping my blog soon! Ideas are coming up in my mind and I just need time to do it on my laptop.

Meanwhile here's my handwriting ans some B&W pictures of me hahahaha! 

xx,Chiin

Summing it up

As some of you might know, I'll be graduating from high school in a few weeks. Which is quite sad. So I'm busy busy busy packing things up, getting my requirements done for clearance and spending more time with family and friends. And to mention that me and some of my friends took our class picture and toga pictures! :D

One thing that I wanna blog about is my prom gown. I've had it for a year now because I had it tailored in the Philippines and yes, I designed it! I got the beading inspiration from a Seventeen prom magazine which I got from booksale last year when I had my vacation and I came up with a coral/peach pink color. It has over 5 layers of tulle (I loveeee tulle and chiffon!!) I had the peticoat (?) taken out because of the feeling that I may have a hard time walking properly during the prom. Here's some photos:

With my Cotillion partner Ian

With my girlssssss

Second / party outfittt! Top from Forever 21 Mullet skirt is custom made and Wedges from Steve Madden. I am terribly sorry for my uneven skin tone. I need a taaaaan!

I've been wearing this casio digital watch lately together with my colorful trinkets.

 And I went to the beach with my girl friends!

Will try my best to blog more and post more photos soon (again haha)

xx,Chiin

Field Treat!

We had our fieldtrip and retreat at Iceland! On the first day, we went to Ikea to grab some breakfast before we  went to ride a 3-4 hour bus going to Ras Al Khaimah. Had fun as much as I cried because of the activities they had for us on the retreat. But I faced my fear and tried the notorious slides in Ice Land! Wooot! 1 out from my bucket list!

Here's some photos!

I even got the chance to use the turn tables when it was time for our Dj Dance! I'd really love to learn how to scratch and do those dj stuff haha!

 CAMPFIRE FTW!

That's all! xx,Chiin

Preloved's photoshoot

Had our photoshoot for Preloved at the beach yesterday with Casey. The weather didn't even feel like spring/summer because it was really gloomy when we went to the beach and when we were about to be finished, raindrops strated to fall!

Anyways.. here some behind the scenes!

And....Marish also came with us with her Baby sister Rhaine.

That's all! xx, Chiin