Shine Bright

Yes, Joyce just had her hair cropped. Yay or nay? Less talking about her hair so change topic now. Today’s motif is “sparkles” – anything shining, shimmering and splendid. 😀 

On Didi: head-to-toe thrifted; envelope bag, Sam’s Station

Didi: “Thank you so much Papa Dun for the pair of earrings!☺”

dainty pink bracelet, Zuri Wearable Art; chained bracelet, Clarissa’s Arm Candies

“blogger” bottlecap keychain, Hodge Podge

Didi: “Thanks to this thrifted pair for the extra sparkle!”

On Joyce: head-to-toe thrifted

rings, Fashion For Less and Thrift and Trendy

arm candies, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

Joyce: “This pair is one of my favorites coz it reminds me of “fresh” and “fierce” which I think are two words to describe me. LOL”

With our A-Fash sisters modeling the eco-friendly tote bags from Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee. Thanks Ate Juvy! ☺

Thanks Yen and James for taking the photos!  ☺

Hope you guys love our take on “sparkles”. But even with no shining outfit, remember that your confidence and good personality will always make you shine. Hope you had a great day! Watch out for our collaboration with an Ateneo brand. You can still join our giveaway here and keep posted with a new giveaway that will be published next week. ❤

Always, 

Earthlings and Earth Tones

It was one of our “overdressed for ADNU washday” days when we sported our respective outfits. However, we have already mastered the we-don’t-care-about-your-stares attitude but as always, still in a light and composed aura. 

The elder sister, Joyce, failed to make it in the A-Fash‘s group shot coz she left early for an important seminar to attend to. We proceed to our outfit details. ☺

On Joyce: head-to-toe thrifted; envelope bag, Sam’s Station

collar necklace, Yen’s Butingthings

Citizen vintage watch (Didi’s), aunt’s hand-me-down; bangles, Guess

Joyce: “Decided to add a pop of color to my ensemble with this envelope bag from Sam’s Station for it to somehow have a youthful vibe coz I feel like I look too mature in my outfit.”

On Didi: top and shoes, thrifted; over-sized pants, Uhhhkay-Ukay

Didi: “My pants are from my good friend, Roz. It’s really a head-turner.”

Didi: “You may notice how often we use our necklaces from Personalized Accessories. It’s solely because they instantly add the right attitude to an outfit.”

chained bracelet, Clarissa’s Arm Candies; skull bracelet, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

belt, mom’s hand-me-down

ring, Braccialetto Filipina; bag, thrifted

Didi: “This pair is currently my favorite!” 

Thanks Yen for taking the photos!  ☺

What do you guys think about our outfits? You can still join our giveaway here. ❤

xoxo, 

Laces

We had a shoot with some of the members of Oragon Photographers Association, a community of Bicolano professional photographers, amateur ones, hobbyists, and many other photography enthusiasts. These photos were taken by the very laid-back Mr. Xeres Gagero of Xeres Gagero Potograpiya. Thanks again Kuya Xeres and the rest of the OPA gang who photographed us. ☺  

On Didi: head-to-toe thrifted; necklace, Yen’s Butingthings; floral crown, Kaymar Alekzis Shop

Didi: “I got inspired by these floral crowns from Kaymar Alekzis Shop. When I was still a child, I’m fond of dreaming of becoming a fairy. As a little girl, who wouldn’t like to be one? They have pretty skirts or dresses plus they have wings and special abilities. ☺ These floral crowns ignited that dream that’s why I decided to come up with an outfit like this. ☺ Aren’t the floral crowns lovely? They are actually two separate crowns, however, I decided to overlap them to emphasize it even more.”  

Didi: “My lace top with embossed flower print plus the mullet skirt made my whole outfit very girly – perfect for my fairy peg outfit ☺. Check out the effect of the top’s details on my arms. Lovely isn’t it?” 

Bracelets from Clarissa’s Arm Candies andSassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

On Joyce: floral tube dress, Fièvre; lace vest (Didi’s), thrifted; Nine West sling bag, thrifted; oxfords, thrifted; mirrored arrow down necklace, Personalized Accessories; arm candies, Clarissa’s Arm Candies

Joyce: “Unlike Didi, I seldom wear too girly stuff yet this floral dress from Fièvre is just so irresistible that I took a fashion risk of wearing it even if it’s not my style. I guess I pulled it off, didn’t I?”  

mirrored arrow down necklace, Personalized Accessories

arm candies, Clarissa’s Arm Candies

With our dearest friend Elpee Abias. We adore his get-up!

The growing A-Fash community ❤

We would appreciate your feedback. Don’t forget to join our giveaway here. ❤

Best regards, 

Pretty With A Pinch of Pastel

Yes, just by looking at this photo (and the above title), you know what our motif is: pastel colors. A-Fash has its Facebook page already. If you want frequent updates from us, you can hit the like button HERE. ☺

We love how pastels effortlessly exude a fresh vibe. We equate it with happy thoughts, good vibes, and the like. 

On Didi: top and jeans, thrifted; wedges, Mendrez; bag, gift from Uncle Papa Dun

fringe necklace, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

Didi: “I simply love the color of this roomy bag. Thanks Papa Dun for this!”

sprinkles nail art by Didi

On Joyce: head-to-toe thrifted outfit

lifeline necklace, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

arm party, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

Joyce: “The print on this trousers reminds me of the story of Noah. Hihi.”

Photography by: Jamie Lou Borile

How do you like our outfits dearest readers? Thank God tomorrow is Friday. Have a great weekend! ❤

Always, 

Yin and Yang

“The Pentacle – The ancients envisioned their world in two halves – masculine and feminine. Their gods and goddesses worked to keep a balance of power. Yin and Yang. When male and female were balanced, there was harmony in the world. When they were unbalanced there was chaos.”

― Dan Brown, The Da Vinci Code

Black and white, when worn with confidence and sophistication, will always appear classy and elegant on women. However, to the both of us, it’s not always about looking prim and proper – the innate goofiness is just so inevitable.

On Didi: head-to-toe clothing, thrifted; neon green statement necklace, Nikki’s Collections; charm bracelet, from Gainza Trade Fair

Joyce: “This lifeline necklace from Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee received a lot of compliments from friends and random classmates. It’s actually my fave piece now!” 

Joyce: “Another piece I love in my ensemble is this minimalist ring from Spike, Stud and Everything Nice. They sent us pretty accessories which we will feature here soon. For the mean time, go visit their online shop and indulge yourself.”

On Joyce: sheer long sleeves top (Didi’s), thrifted; animal print leggings, SM Department Store; inner black cami, H&M; bag and leather belt, thrifted; wedges, Mendrez

A-Fash looking demure here. Then…….

Okay, the pictures say it all. 😀

From L-R: Yen, Joyce and Didi, Danica

Thanks Yen for the photos! ☺

Tell us what you think! Never hesitate to ask questions or comment via Disqus or via the Tumblr ask. We do hope you guys had a great day! ☺

Always, 

Color Splash

‘Twas a rainy afternoon yet our vibrant smiles and colors managed to keep the woes away. Color blocking was our theme and yes, it was challenging and fun at the same time. Truth is, it took more than two hours for the younger sister Didi to finally be satisfied with an ensemble and mind you, that is no hyperbole. 

A million thanks to you Ate Juvy of Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee for the frequent dose of pretty pieces. We couldn’t be any happier! ☺

On Joyce: pleated striped top, Te Amo; colored pants and flats (Didi’s), thrifted; envelope bag, Sam’s Station; all accessories from Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

Didi: “I call this the ‘sosyal na pangpatiwakal’ necklace. Haha!”

On Didi: cut-out top, thrifted; orange pants, Solo; envelope bag, Sam’s Station; rope necklace,Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee; charm bracelet, from Gainza Trade Fair; belt, thrifted; flats, DIY (will post the How-Tos soon)

Have you noticed our matching envelope bags? They’re from our newest sponsor, Sam’s Station by Ms. Jen Calderon. Aren’t they pretty? They’re the perfect staple pieces if you wanna try a color-blocked get-up as well. ♥

Thank you Yen for the snaps! And oh by the way, please do not forget to join the three sets of giveaways for our September Giveaway Galore here, here and here. ☺

Best regards, 

Bicol Fashion Week 2012

We feel blessed and honored that we had the wonderful chance to actively participate in this year’s noteworthy Bicol Fashion Week last Aug. 30 – Sept. 3. Getting to witness the talented Bicolano stylists and designers, appreciative spectators and strutting on the runway is simply beyond amazing! Read on to view some of our fave snaps! ☺  

First day: Joyce for Bonita y Elegante

Hair and Make-up by Gamy Larrarte (photo on the right)

Joyce and the Bonita y Elegante models with the shop owner/stylist Ms.Mutya Sagales (first group photo, sixth from the left)

First day: Didi for Koreana Shop

Didi on the second day

Designer: Mr. Anthony Cesar Fortuno 

Didi on the finale

Designer: Mr. Nel Claveria (Project Runway Philippines’ Runner-up) 

with gorgeous friend Patricia Revilla

the models with Mr. Nel Claveria

And of course, as expected, fashion bloggers graced the BFW. To us, fashion doesn’t just last for a week, it’s for a lifetime!  ❤ 

Thanks to these awesome people for the photos (in random order):

NJ Alejandre

Jamie Lou Borile

Caloy Lazaro

Marion Bandin

Ian Lee

Rastie Maniquiz

Othello Cacatian

Gie Azcarraga

Always, 

Floral Fantasy

Flowers are always beautiful and often exude a girly and cheerful vibe as evidently seen in our quirky photos above. It’s our birth month and we actually expect that September will be a great month for us yet of course, it is up to us whether we would make this month a spectacular or a miserable one. The former, for certain! ☺  

Here we are with the adorable A-Fash ladies in their floral-themed outfits. Too bad we weren’t complete again due to conflicting schedules. 

On Didi: sheer cover-up, lace tube, floral pedal, all thrifted; wedges, Mendrez

laced bag, gift; bangles, gift from grandma Mommy Nia

statement necklace, Zuri Wearable Art

Didi: “I got the necklace as a token for being one of the ramp models during the Bicol Fashion Week. We will post about it soon!”

On Joyce: tube top and pedal, thrifted; cardigan, SM Department Store; jelly wedges, Landmark

Joyce: “Thanks Ate Juvy of Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee for this pretty fringe necklace! You’re the best!”

peace bracelets, Yellow Daisies Accessories; skull bracelet, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee 

Add more life to your arm party with these peace bracelets from Yellow Daisies Accessories. Go visit their shop now! ☺

Photography by: Frances Joyce Vasquez and Jamie Lou Borile 

Thanks Yen for the lovely photos! ♥

Before we bid our beautiful goodbyes, may we encourage you lovies to join the first week of our September Giveaway Galore HERE and watch out for more goodies to come on the next days! Hope y’all had a great day today. Always be safe. ☺

Best regards, 

Edgy

‘Twas a rainy afternoon and our camera wasn’t in its mood too so we ended up having these not-so-good-looking photos. We hope you’ll still dig it though. ☺

We’d like to thank Thrifty Frills for these unique and edgy earcuffs that really completed the vibe of the ensemble. Go visit their shop now lovies! ☺

On Joyce: top and jeans, thrifted; studded shoes, DIY (click HERE.)

skulls and crosses bracelets, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee; House of Harlow inspired arrow ring, Kikay’s Kit

On Didi: leather vest and corset, thrifted; jeans, Folded and Hung; booties (Joyce’s), thrifted

studded belt, Folded and Hung; arm party, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee

Didi: “Thanks Te for lending me these, the perks of having a sister! :D”

How was your weekend dear readers? Complete it by joining the first week of our September Giveaway Galore HERE. ♡

xoxo, 

Neon Madness

Neons will effortlessly enliven an ensemble as long as you mix and match the right way. You don’t wanna end up looking like a traffic cone or a glow-in-the-dark mascot, do you?

Before we proceed to our outfit details, allow us to acquaint you first with our new sponsor, Sassy Pink iDesign by JuvyBee. The shop is owned by the very pretty and creative Ms. Juvy Ann Pama who happens to be an alumnus of Ateneo de Naga, too.  We’re very delighted upon knowing that she utterly appreciates the fact that we are so passionate about fashion blogging and that she admires how we, the A-Fash ladies, do our own thing. It was a great chance chatting with her and we got so astounded when she made us choose about 15 pieces from her array of accessories! She takes inspiration from European fashion bloggers and the best news? Her items are priced on a student-friendly basis! The items above are what we wore to jazz up our neon outfits. Now we go to the details. ☺

On Didi: button down top, neon green tank top, pants, all thrifted; jelly wedges, Landmark

arm candies, all from Sassy Pink Shoppe; double spikes cuff, Diversify; nail art by Didi

Didi: “Surprised to see Yen wearing colors similar to mine. Ain’t that cute? A-Fash sisters! ♡”

On Joyce: multi-colored top and neon pink flats, thrifted; high-waist jeans, just found it at home 😀

Joyce: “Don’t you just love the unique details of this top? ☺”

bow belt, SM Department Store; arm candies, all from Sassy Pink Shoppe; double spikes cuff, Diversify

The A-Fash ladies in vibrant colors

From L-R: Mutya, Sam, Didi, Abby, Joyce, Yen

Hope you love our outfits and we wish we gave you a fab idea on how to mix and match neon colors. ♡

Love love, 

P.S. We mourn the loss of one great man – a leader, a father, a hero. You will forever be remembered by all Sec. Jesse Robredo. Your spirit will live on. We honor and salute you! (see photo HERE.)