Shopping

Shopping is one of my most favorite things to do. I'm always ready to explore the entire store (and even mall) just to find what I love and not just what I like (because if I consider everything I like, I might end up buying 95% of the merchandise). And so whenever I go shopping, I make sure that I'm in my most comfortable clothes and shoes, even though it means that I'd have to deviate a little bit from my usual style.

This is an example of how my shopping get-up looks:

Top - Hong Kong; Jeans - Levi's; Shoes - Moby Red; Bag - Nine West

Photo taken by Nikko at Forever 21 (July 21, 2012), Megamall.

Balloons

This is my only bell-sleeved dress and I like it because it's so easy to put on and I can freely move around with it. The thing with this kind of dresses is that they can be worn as blouses, too. I got this from my aunt in the United Kingdom. Notice how well it goes with the balloons.

Dress - UK Brand; Shoes - Bella Donna; Bag - Nine West

This was taken in Gateway Mall, after watching a movie (I think it was Vilma Santos' The Healing)

Boho

I was missing that fun summer feel, when I wore this outfit to school, after accompanying Nikko to some business matters in Ortigas. Felt like a boho chick though I know I could have done better in sporting that kind of look. The dress is a gift from Nikko's mom, who is in the United States.

Dress - US Brand (gift from Nikko's Mom); Vest (which is overused) - from some bazaar; Sandals - Alfani (gift from my Lola Nanay); Bag - Nine West

Photos were taken in Podium. We met up with my mom after Nikko's appointment and got some snacks.

25

So, today is my birthday and I am now 25 years old! I am so thankful to the Lord for everything that He has given me the last 25 years and I'm excited for whatever the next years will give me (I'm sure my following years will be great or even greater!).

I celebrated with my law school friends, my family and Nikko today. I went to school for a one-hour class and I was surprised by my friends and classmates with a shoe-shaped birthday card (which made me cry) and gifts. When I came home, Nikko was there waiting for me with my family and I opened his presents right away (loved them!). Then, my family went to Galileo Enoteca in Eastwood to have dinner.

I wore my Style Staple Camille two-tone dress, which I ordered from my high school batchmate and friend Arvie. I ordered some dresses just a few days before and told her I would be wearing one of them today for my birthday and she immediately shipped out the items. I got them yesterday and I'm so thankful to her 'cause they got to me on time. :) Call me shallow but for me, a good birthday is not complete without a nice outfit. Haha.   

Happy birthday to me!

Dress - Style Staple; Shoes - Sophisticat Shoes; Bag - Prada

The best block ever! Love you, 3B!

With my law school barkada!

Thanks, Maan and R for the gift! :)

These were waiting for me at my desk when I arrived in school today. I loved the Stefani Heelless inspired birthday card and I loved the messages inside! :)

Dinner with my family

Because we are foolish like that. Thanks, Manf for sharing my insanity!

Best parents ever! Love you, Dad and Mom!

And the best boyfriend, Nikko Love! <3

With one of my favorite uncles, Kuya Louie! :)

 And here are some photos from my last night (birthday eve salubong):

At Shakey's P. Tuazon with Nikko.

Me and my birthday sundae!

It was truly another special birthday. Best birthday ever! I know I say this every year but somewhat, my birthday just keeps getting even better and better every year.

Thank you to everyone who made me feel so loved! :)

Happy Birthday, Maan Dear!

Today is the birthday of one of my dearest friends, Maan! Last night, she treated us to dinner at Shakey's, Makati Avenue. I will forever be thankful to the Lord for our close friendship, which started two years ago, during our Corporation Law and Civil Procedure days. We talk about anything and everything from fashion to relationships.
  

Maan and Janna.

With two of my loves, Maan and Nikko

My pretty girls, Kathy and Maan

My law school barkada and Nikko and Nikoy

Janix

And of course, an outfit photo: Top - bazaar; Skirt - tailor-made; Shoes - Naturalizer; Bag - Nine West

 Love you, Maan! :) Thanks for dinner!

JD = Janna's Defense

So yesterday, I defended my thesis for law school. It was the first time I went through something like that and it really was an unforgettable experience. The defense lasted for an hour and there were three panelists asking me questions and commenting on my paper. It was very challenging and difficult and I'm really glad it's all over now. :)

I was just so happy when I heard from the Thesis Center that I had already been graded for my work. They actually liked my written output. Yay!

My girlfriends accompanied me to the thesis defense area. They were so supportive and I love them so much!

When it was over, I cried. I felt mixed emotions. My friends were still there, waiting for me. Also, Nikko showed up with a bouquet of flowers. My mom, who went to the chapel met up with us, too and treated us to dinner. I am just so blessed to have loving people around me.

Here are some photos:

Taken before my defense. Thank you, friends!

And after! Suit - made-to-order; Shoes - Sophisticat Shoes

I  cried!

With my girls. I love you! <3

And one more! Thank you, Loves!

Thank you so much, Nik! <3

My thesis and my bouquet of carnations. <3

Dinner at Chili's

With the best mom in the world! <3

and the best boyfriend in the world! :)

Stripes

I went to a friend's birthday party last night. I was too lazy to take photos so bear with me. I wore my striped sleeveless dress, Sophisticat Shoes' Stefani Heelless in Black, and my favorite Prada bag.

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With Lara

With Nikko, Lara, Jan and Iza

Sorry, guys! That's all I have from last night.

I will be defending my thesis on Tuesday and I am so scared. :/

Happy Birthday, Little Brother!

It's my little brother, Manfred's birthday today! :) Nikko and I joined the "I'm Shoe in Love" bazaar at the NBC tent today (will post about it in the succeeding days) and so my family decided to celebrate Manfred's birthday in the Fort area.

Here are some photos:

Happy Birthday, Big little brother! <3 Thank you for the insane inside jokes! :)

With the family.

Nikko and Janna

 And of course, it was time for some outfit photos:

Top - Zara; Skirt - Bazaar; Shoes - Pab Der. This is also what I wore to the bazaar itself.

Necklace - Boracay

Bag - gift from my maternal grandma, Lola Nanay

8th Anniversary Salubong (Nuat Thai and Somethin' Fishy's Breakfast Buffet)

So, we greeted our eighth anniversary together and celebrated by getting massages in Nuat Thai, Libis (well, we weren't really together and we weren't really talking for the first hour 'cause we were in separate rooms) and having breakfast (midnight, actually) buffet at the Somethin' Fishy restaurant in Eastwood City, Libis.

While waiting for my Thai Body Massage.

Happy Anniv, Nik! <3

Unlimited waffles (and more!) at the Somethin' Fish midnight to morning breakfast buffet!

Two really full persons. :))

Tomorrow I'll be posting photos of our Anniversary Dinner.

Nuat Thai Libis

2nd Floor, 90 E. Rodriguez Ave. (Libis)

1110 Quezon City, Philippines

Hours: 12:00 pm to 2:00 am

02-4775004

Somethin' Fishy

Unit B2 & B3, Eastwood City Walk, Bagumbayan

Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines

(02) 421-6412 to 13

Sab

Today, I hung out with my baby niece, Sab. She's the daughter of my second-degree cousin, Ate Cai, who's like a sister to me. They live in UAE so I don't really get to see them often lately. Actually, it was my first time to play around with Sab since I've only seen her in person twice. I would always look at her cute photos and videos on Facebook though.

So this was our first meeting! :) She liked my pink shoes! <3

At Chili's Powerplant with Sab, Mommy, Tita Nanec, Ate Cai and Kuya Bong. Thank you for dinner, Ate Cai and Kuya Bong!

Inside the dressing room of a children's clothing shop in Powerplant Mall. Sab loves fashion, too!

Top - Gift from Tita Ydes; Skirt - Custom-made; Shoes - Sophisticat Shoes

Say hello to my new BFF! :) She's a doll!

She's even cuter in person! She likes shopping and posing for pictures.

I like accompanying kids to rides. :) I have fun with them.

I miss you already, Sab! 'Til next time! :)