MARCO

(Forever 21 blazer,earrings and Pants/ Suite Blanco Top/ Aldo sandals/ Thrifted necklace)

I spent this past week  in Davao and slowly fell in love with the city and the people I met. We went there to work so we could only shoot at the Hotel that we stayed in. We successfully maximized the use of amenities so we were very pleased that we found time to exercise and swim and order room service.  We stayed in Marco Polo since the venue for the seminars were there and I was so happy since it was bath tub night and buffet breakfast mornings everyday. I think I could get used to this life.

And I think this won't be the last time I'm going to Davao since I haven't explored half of what the place has to offer!

FEELING YOUNG WITH AMANZI

For about 15 years, swimming always meant endless laps, hard work, pushing ourselves to the limit everyday and a slight nervous breakdown come competition day. We never really saw the pool as a place where we can just chill, have a snack and play around, until now.  We've all retired from competitive swimming for a couple of years now and this was the first time my roommates/best friends/teammates/rivals/sisters and I are in one pool, together again.

So glad that Amanzi swimwear made this whole experience possible for us to bond and catch up, brighten up our day and made us feel like kids again. I love how the suits allow swimmers to express themselves and how it breaks out from the traditional designs (that makes us feel like boys sometimes).

The thin straps also help make us look more lady-like and  help make it lighter on the shoulder for swimmers so that it doesn't hurt when worn for a long time. The higher cut of the suit flatters the figure and makes the legs look longer. Everything about this suit makes me feel better and excited to do laps now that I can look more fashionable and swim fast at the same time.

You can check their Facebook site here, and their Instagram account here.
They are also available at Aqatx store, Level 2, Glorietta 3, Makati.

Wishing you all a bright and colorful day!

TL X PROJECTKAT GIVEAWAY

(Ezra skirt/ Acne leather sandals/ Essenxa blouse/ Project KatAccessories Necklace and Bracelets/Louis Vuitton Clutch Bag)

Today, I decided to go for a more mature look by wearing this fit and flare skirt with a dirty white blouse while adding young and fun details like these bright and colorful accessories that I absolutely adore. The thing I love the most about these bracelets are the fact that they can make any plain outfit look more daring and outgoing just by stacking them. I went for a classy (yet you can totally talk to me because I'm a fun person) look and I hope it was achieved.

Another thing to brighten up your monday is this giveaway I'm hosting along with Project KatAccessories on Instagram!  

All you have to do is:

 1)Follow Project KatAccessories and Tialacson on IG
2)Repost this picture on your instagram feed (for at least a week)
3) Hashtag #iloveprojectkat and #TLGiveaways 

and you can get a chance to win these babies <3

*Winners will be announced on July 20,2014 on my Instagram page. 

*Applicable only in the Philippines.

RETAIL THERAPY

(Acne Tillie Leather Sandals/ Mango Croc Bag and Rebecca Minkoff Heels get them here)

I think I may have found the perfect pair of shoes from Acne. I literally danced around like a kid when I saw the Net-A-Porter package in my bed. I immediately tried them on and oh my, do I now understand how people can walk around in heels the whole day. The pale blue leather and black soles were so soft I knew I could wear them the whole day. It was so light, I felt closer to shoe heaven and I know I will always be browsing Net-A-Porter every time I find a chair to sit on. Not only do they have such a beautiful variety of designer items, they also deliver your package magically. I seriously don't get how my package arrived in two days. It's crazy and I love it!!

I was so happy to finally own a small black classic bag from Mango that could fit my essentials--a wallet,phone and make-up and I could easily picture wearing them with a white cami and a black maxi. I may also have obsessed a bit on these Rebecca Minkoff heels as soon as I saw it was on sale at Zalora. I tried to press the purchase button about three times before finally deciding that I'm getting them or else I couldn't sleep well. 

Now I know I'm going to have the sweetest of dreams.

PALM

                             

 (Topshop bikini/Fetish Boutique Couture Accessories/Sunnies Studios Shades/Michael Kors Sandals)

It's days like these when you just want to wake up late, go down and take a dip in the pool, but obviously can't since you have to get up and do what the day insists (like go to work)-- a.k.a. yours truly. Just taking a dip in my mind and posting this today as I took these pictures last weekend and currently wishing it didn't fly by away so quick.
Moving on to the swim outfit I'm wearing,

I think I've developed quite an attachment to high-waist bikins since they look so retro and chic at they same time. I've decided that these red sunnies are the perfect pair to complete that whole pin-up vibe and I added some pearly accessories just to add a bit of sass. Of course the dip and chill in the poolside wouldn't be complete without a cup of hot coffee at hand.

VIBE

(River Island Romper and clutch/ Nasty Gal Crochet Top/Aldo Wayfarers/Wet seal sandals)

Feeling vibrant with this slip on romper from River island and so happy that I don't have to put much effort in wearing it. If there's one thing I absolutely love doing for myself when it comes to choosing what to wear, its putting on loose,no fuss outfits. This one's perfect for hot and humid mornings and for days when you seem like you have to move around a lot and go to a lot of places. Love how this felt so comfortable and full of good vibes--as though summer never left.

FREE

(Forever21 Top and Shorts/ Asos Heels/ Louis Vuitton clutch bag/ MAC Ruby Woo Lip)

What does it mean to be free? For me, it’s being able to do what you love, and having the freedom to express yourself.  It means not having to think of all the negatives and just doing what you’ve been dreaming of for the longest time for the sake of fulfilling your dreams and having no regrets in the future.  Freedom is knowing that you’re on the right track—that silvery glistening road that leads to your own bliss.

It’s being able to tell someone that you love them and you miss them without having second thoughts. It’s being able to go where you wish, and travel your hearts desire. Its being able to draw and paint and show people who you are and what you feel. It’s dressing the way you want and not being swayed by the influence of others.

What is freedom for you?

Wishing you all a happy Fourth of July!