SIMPLE BUT CHIC. Hello peeps! Its been a long while since I've blogged, no thanks to my overloaded work schedule. haha. 

So far I am still here, and managing. Sometimes you just have to sit back and relax, in spite of the things happening around you. There is always a reason for such things, and you'll become better because of it. I've always found that complex things suddenly become simple when you take a minute to organize, orient yourself and of course lift everything up to God. Life would be a lot easier if we just stopped worrying, do our best and let God do the rest. I know it's cliche, cut you'll never experience the truth behind it unless you really decide to do it. :)

We left for Bangkok last September 5 and came back on the 9th. I had a great time with my college friends exploring the city, experiencing the culture, and the food- to die for! I didn't get to shop as much as I wanted (yes, i know, i should have! haha) But it's another reason to come back. Their airport was really nice and the architecture amazing. People long ago really had a talent in design and construction. I totally miss Thailand! Will do posts on that soon. :)

We discovered a great place to eat at Malingap street, in Teacher's Village. They call it the Z Compound. Will tell you more about that too.

Did I mention that I so love the simplicity of the outfit posted? I love how it's simple, but chic at the same time. It's how you handle it that really makes the difference. :) I'm really getting into collecting simple and classic pieces now, for a more polished, but chic look.

So there. I hope you are all doing good. :) Stay happy and enjoy the weekend!

SUNNY START OF THE YEAR. I am opening this year with sunny outfit post. :) It's back to work today for all the offices, and the schools too, so even though I am still in the holiday mode, I had to get up and face the Monday morning traffic. I still can't believe how fast the days went by, like the holidays just zoomed past us. 

TRAVELING WITH FRIENDS. Our Hongkong Day 1 (or should I say night? hehe) was such a fun experience. It was so great to be with friends on this trip, I didn't even notice the long waits at the airport! (that's me and Elai with Boaz, we took the next flight to HK- Arj and Mags were on the flight 2 hours before ours) Of course, Elai and I killed time by taking selfies. haha) We arrived at 10pm at Hongkong International Airport, and met up with our good friend Adriel who is staying in HK for quite some time now. We last saw each other 2 years ago (he came home and the barkada went on an out of town trip) and we were thrilled to be seeing him again, this time it was us visiting him. :) We so loved HK's ariport, it was such a good sign of this being an exciting trip. :)

RAIN OR SHINE, friends will always be there for you. :) Cheesy as it is, it is true. I am just so thankful to have close friends who I can share everything with, even my innermost feelings and thoughts. :) 

STYLING STAPLE. I always carry around a bottle of Vitress in my bag, for instant shiny and relaxed hair. 

BEIGE AND STRIPES GO WELL TOGETHER. This is what I wore to the House of Design Event by One Mega Publishing. (see my post here.) I came from the office and had no time to dress up for the event, so I wore this dress instead (the material is a sheer cloth that is fit for dressy occasions) and threw on a gold statement necklace to glam up my look.

MEGA PUBLISHING'S HOUSE OF DESIGN. We were invited to Mega Publishing's celebration of the success of Bluprint Magazine, My Home and Condo Living. I loved the interior design exhibits that welcomed the guests at the venue. 

Style Inspiration for this week is NY blogger Blair Eadie. I love the way she takes simple pieces and jazzes them up with accessories and shoes. She has a knack for putting together outfits that look sophisticated, even though its just a shirt and jeans.