Style Reader: Sm Department Store

Skater Girl

feather earrings gift from a friend • tank top Forever 21 • plaid polo & denim shorts bought in Malaysia • vintage bag bought in Japan • cap Bench

It has been a long time since I wore something boyish. Oh you know that phase when we all wore the shirt-shorts-or-pants-sneakers combo. I tend to do that a lot when I was in sixth grade and in my first year in high school. It was THE awkward years but I love to run and play and enjoy my childhood so that was my go-to outfit. During that phase in my life, I remember I was so obsessed with my sneakers that I would always wear that instead of slippers and sandals. Don't get me wrong, I love dresses, skirts and heels but I was still so preoccupied with game consoles, books, toys and outdoor activities.

DETAILS:

watch strap used as arm band Asprey • watch Claire's (Japan)

green bangle bought in Palawan • random bracelets • ring Pampered Pumpkins

espadrilles SM Department Store

Would you believe these were actually my brother's? It was passed on to me since it does not fit him anymore and he rarely used it.

Since I was just going to accompany my brother to his basketball training, I told myself, "why not wear something different for a change. I might still pull of the Skater Girl look." Aside from the comfort I needed to endure a long walk to and from home, the heat was unbearable last May and I want to take these espadrilles for a walk.

Truth be told, I was scared to look back and try an outfit that I was so used to wearing before. I even cringe whenever I imagine myself wearing a shirt and pants altogether. But you know what, like what I always say, surprise yourself once in a while by experimenting and do not forget the accessories. It's what makes your look colorful and more interesting. Now, I don't feel so bare. As I've said in this post, though my style has changed a lot for the past few years, I will always see myself as one of the boys and my guy friends can attest to that.

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, by Arra A.

In AhaIShopping, Fashion

Collarful Sequence

What I'm wearing: earrings thrifted • puff sleeve sequins flounced short-sleeved dress c/o AhaIShopping

Sunday is the day when we can take a rest from all the stress and responsibilities and look back on the things we did and achieved the past week. As a realization came upon me, we make history every single day. It passed by like a bullet and we are already done with the first month of the year. Aside from that, it is also the day when we should give thanks and praise to the Lord for our life and for all the blessing we have been getting at the start of the year. And this was what I wore one Sunday last January. We actually missed a few Sundays already because our Church transferred to another place we have no idea where. But finally, I told them about this Church where some of my friends go to. As we went to the place and the see the crowd attending the service, we were highly overwhelmed. The Church we attended for the past few years can fill a whole floor but this new one filled two or even more. I was in awe seeing a lot of people praising Him.

DETAILS:

clip bought in Japan

(L-R) white ribbon strap & ring borrowed from my sister • watch Gucci

vintage bag bought in Japan • flats Solemate (located at Parisian section of SM Department Store)

On this outfit, the dress has a gold and sequined embellished Peter Pan collar that stands out on its own and deemed to be eye-catching. So I used accessories that have the same attributes as the collar such as the gold and white combination. If you have noticed, I've been using minimal accessories for some weird reason because my friends hail me as the one who can wear an arm party up to my elbow (which is an exaggeration) even before this blog started. Maybe in a few months, arm party will be back. Just maybe.

I am always fascinated by how others always wear dresses to Church and I have always wanted to be that kind of girl despite the tomboyish outfits I outgrew e.g. pants, shirt and sneakers combo. But I remember when I was still young, maybe around three or four years old, my mom would always let me and my older sister wear dresses with matching headbands or clips. Surprisingly, I was able to channel those old looks in this outfit. I think I would invest on Sunday dresses to be able to wear dresses all year round since it is also the proper clothing for attending mass.