Neon-phyte

Rain and neon. How does that sound to you? Usually, when the gloomy rainy season comes, we instantly think of wearing dull and dark colors to blend in with the current state of the environment. While others are drenched and dressed in grays and blacks, I take the alternate route and donned neon yellow. Just 'cause it's not summer here in the Philippines, it doesn't mean that getting away with bright colors is rocket science. Besides, the long-sleeve detail of this dress made it perfect for the July chilly breeze.

I don't think I always am the risk-taker that I sometimes believe I am. This outfit is definitely an exception. It's fun to break fashion rules every now and then, and when you do, go all out. You'll be surprised!

The dress was given to me by my "pre-school buddy", Justine. It accentuates my curves and hits all the right places... okay, maybe not for a few love handles I have here and there. But you get the picture. The crumpled effect on the smack-center of the dress adds to the illusion of curves and hides the unnecessary flab. I feel so sexy donning this dress. I should wear figure-hugging clothes more often, eh?

I debuted this ensemble to my good friend, Felice's karaoke party in Red Box Greenbelt. Happy 22nd, my love! Hope you like our dozen-goodie gift! (photos and stories of the said event will be shared soon!)

Anyway, I went all out with the crazy colors. I added on colorful accessories but decided to take it easy on the bag and shoes. That would be a little too much for something over-the-top already. :))

Dress: from a friend

Shoes: MSE

Bag: Aldo

Earrings: from Vanni Liwanag

Other accessories: from everywhere!

My best friend, Chammy, and I decided to go to Makati ahead of time. We chilled out in J.Co Donuts and Coffee in Greenbelt 5. I tried the Mr. Green Tea donut and Chammy had the Oreology (?) donut. I was quite surprised at how delicious the green tea donut is! I'll definitely put it in my favorites list.

ULTIMATE DREAM GIRL SHOT...NOT! Haha! Believe me when I say that I'm the biggest
dork and the kookiest girl you'll ever meet! :P

Here are some shots taken inside Red Box:

And the crazy color scheme accessories!

Photos by Cham Villanueva

Oh, about the title of this post... Well, I don't really wear much neon, so this would have to be my first (hence, the word play on neophyte). I used to dread wearing something this bright because I always felt that it would make me darker than I actually am! Whew!

There's something about this dress that drives my poor camera nuts! It gives off a bright glow! :| 

Not sure if that's a good thing but the camera is having a hard time registering that "glow." It's weird. Anyway, I hope you like this outfit. I'm glad I'm coming to terms with my new mantra of being more adventurous -- fashion included. That's all for me today. I'll have to rest my head. The heavy downpour calls for some cuddle time with my teddy bear and my sea of pillows! Have a great Sunday, everyone! 

Love,

SGT <3

Fly, fly, fly, iButterfly!

Kay. I know the title is cheesy, but there's a new wave of cool surprises that await iOS (iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad) and Android users in major SM malls nationwide. Check out the mechanics and participating SM malls HERE.

Thanks to a college batch mate, I was invited to the iButterfly launch in SM Megamall (there had been previous events prior, like in SM North but I wasn't able to attend). At first, I was really scared to go alone since I barely knew anyone who might come to the event. Good thing I saw Ate Krista, a course-mate from UPLB and a fellow blogger. She's the stylish brains behind Sentimental Style.

I got there at around 3:30, a little late, at least in my own mind. When I finally located where the SM Megamall Atrium was, there weren't many people at the event yet. It didn't start until about an hour after. Bloggers and other guests were offered milk tea from Cha Time (my fave!) and heavenly donuts from J.Co Donuts, just in time for my afternoon hunger. ;)

I'll just let the photos tell you what went down, yes?

 The decor was stunning. It's the first thing I noticed, walking into the event area.

Cha Time has got to be my favorite milk tea store in the world!

I died and went to doughnut heaven! Thanks, J. Co.!

Screw my diet! This is too damn good to pass up on! :P

The doughnut found a soul mate in this grass jelly milk tea.

The stage...

Funny how Ate Krista and I had the same nail polish color from The Face Shop and similar-looking shoes. 

Gulo lang ng hair ko, choz!

Tim Yap looked dashing!

With co-host Tessa Prieto-Valdez aka the Real Butterfly ;)

They developed this program from a GPS tracking system. How cool is that?

This little girl caught an iButterfly and won a pizza from Yellow Cab!

Ate Krista, trying her luck.

Bogart the Explorer and Petra Mahalimuyak, being their hilarious selves on stage.

Beautiful ladies and their daughters. That's Jenni Epperson holding the mic.

I won in the raffle! Yay! Thanks, Banco de Oro!

With Sea Princess, Tessa Prieto-Valdez! She looks soooo pretty in person! OMG.

With Tim Yap. He looks so well-put-together! Bongga!

With the comical Bogart the Explorer! Catch his antics on YouTube!

With YouTube sensation, Ashley Rivera aka Petra Mahalimuyak!

The butterflies have arrived! Catch them at all participating SM malls all over the Philippines! ;)

Haha! Still trying! 

Freebies and goodies! Love it! Thank you, SM!

How does the whole iButterfly thing work? Basically, you have to have a gadget that runs on either iOS or Android (unfortunately, I am a Blackberry user and my iPod touch is 1st gen, so I wasn't able to partcipate). Download the iButterfly app from their page (click HERE). Then, once you're inside the participating mall, connect to the internet (SM malls have WiFi connectivity, so that won't be a problem). Open the app and start searching for virtual butterflies. I promise, the hunt is so much fun! Once you've spotted butterflies that have the sponsor and partner establishments' logos on them, CATCH 'em! Click them to see what prizes and special discounts they have in store for you. Lastly, redeem your prize from iButterfly Redemption Booths inside the mall. It's that easy! (See my previous post for the complete mechanics.)

What I wore to the Event

Love,

SGT <3