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Playing with Leopard; A Concert

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(Hi guys, I'll be updating with comments and link exchanges today. :) Thanks for poppin' by!)

wearing a leopard print zip-up dress (bazaar find), old reworked and studded denim vest, lace up boots

Hope it's been a good weekend for you! Thankfully it has been good for me, albeit very low-key this time. Made plans with Aoi and my folks to watch the phenomenal Philippine bands Side A and Freestyle together with MYMP's Juris in concert at the Waterfront. Mainly I was there because i LOVE Side A, but the others did not disappoint as well.

Wearing this really cute leopard mini which I found in some random bazaar. Normally I don't go for bazaar finds when it comes to clothes (I am an advocate for thrifting and/or tailoring), but this one had potential.

So, how did your Saturday go?

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Vagina Monologues

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So if vaginas could really talk, what would they say?

Come Feb. 20, I will be making a nervous return to professional theater in a local staging of Eve Ensler's controversial yet celebrated play, The Vagina Monologues. Crystal Cavalier Productions will put together an ensemble of the city's finest female theater veterans for the 5th year in a row, and yeah, I'm just super excited.

there was once a time years past where I devoted a lot of time to theater acting. I'd say my life changes have kind of hindered me to pursue it fully, but now I'm just really happy to take part in it again, though not as often as i'd want to given my other priorities.

Vagina Monologues has long been one of my dream plays, because it is brutally frank, thought-provoking, and yet at the same time it presents women's issues in an incredibly entertaining manner. also, proceeds of the play will be donated to women's charities worldwide, so it's most definitely for a good cause.

More details to come, but for now, if you want to find out more about the VDay Movement, visit the official website, http://www.vday.org/.

And to my readers in Cebu, do catch Vagina Monologues 2010 at Ayala Onstage! on February 20, 7pm. see you there!

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Birthday Bash

on a roll with sequins, a birthday bash

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A few days back, I went to this incredibly fun birthday party. It's one of those times where you barely know anyone (except the one having the birthday), but end up kind of just hanging with everyone. Unlimited shots, cool kids-definitely a great time. But you know, contrary to what some (or most, lol) would believe, I don't exactly live to party. There's nothing I would love more than just sewing away at home while watching TV, or dinner with my gals, or talking to the boyf-but as they say, things happen. But i think i'll stay home more often in the upcoming days or even months. We'll see.:)

P.S. I'll be uploading my link lists today so please let me know if you'd want to exchange, I'm down for it!

Wearing an old sheer overlay as tank, Joyce Leslie sequin leggings, and Janilyn shoes

These sequined leggings are LOVE. My gal Faye had to get them in the US, since there's none for sale here, so thanks heavens.:)Also, I particularly adored Aoi's gingham check-and-floral vintage shirtdress. and yes, girl loves her baubles.:)

I'm not a rings person AT ALL (i've lost a few of my mom's favorite fine pieces, stupid me), so I just really admire how effortlessly she pulls them together.

Some party shots:

(Top-bottom: with my good pal Joren, unlimited shots, Kaye the birthday gal with her friends)

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100th post giveaway

100th POST GIVEAWAY!

Weird announcing it on my 98th post, but yes, because I LOVE YOU ALL so much, I will be holding a 100th

POST GIVEAWAY! woohoo! It's definitely been quite a stretch for me to last in blogging this long, so this is just a simple way of showing my appreciation to all of you.

And since my last giveaway (ChickDownTown.com partnership) was for my readers in the US, this time around I'm showing the love to my home peeps here in the PI (international readers are open if you want, but S&H has to be shouldered by you)! I'm pretty excited myself.:)

UP FOR GRABS is one spike and leather headband (refer to previous post for other shots) and one body harness, both seen below. Both items will be fully customized by hand according to the winner's specifications (e.g. the chaining, spike size, etc). Definitely of-the-moment accessories to have.:)

spike and leather headband with sequined tee

The rules in joining are pretty easy, so make sure to give it a go!

1) Must be a resident of the PI;

2) Must be a follower of CITT (follow tab on the side);

3) Link back the contest on your site (for bloggers); or alternately answer the question "What will you style these accessories with?" if you don't have a blog

4) Make sure to leave a comment after steps 1, 2 and 3

Told you it was pretty easy! Contest ends on Feb. 14. Haha, Valentines Day! So there, best of luck to all!

as seen here on yours truly with DIY thigh-high spats, tank dress and blazer

on Rand

P.S. Thanks to my beloved Kristine for the photo I used for my new header. Make sure to check out StyleCebu.com!

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DIY day

DIY Spiked Headband, Sequins and Girls Night Out

Hi loves, hope you all had a great weekend.

I certainly kicked off mine to a good start. Faye (one of my closest girls) just got back from New Jersey, so we just had to have a welcome dinner and a few cocktails. I realize that i should have more nights out just with my ladies!

I took my new custom sequined tee on a spin. I saw Tory Burch's Spring 2010 teal paillette tee and LOVED it enough to have a piece inspired by it. Love the versatility of the piece, and i think it can really be dressed up or down either way. Wore it with my DIY spike and leather band, which was laborious to make, but is worth it. Y'all know where this was inspired from.:)

All in all, a great night. I will be announcing my giveaway tomorrow morning. xoxo

(p.s. thanks Gizelle for the award! made me feel like i'm really back. :))