My 2012 Summer Apparel - A Look Back

at the Sandbar in Iloilo

When I first set up this blog, it was just for documenting the kinds of looks I could come up with by mixing and matching the clothes I already have. I'm not just an emotional person, I'm pretty visual too and I tend to remember my experiences not just on how I felt about them (like that PAL inaugural flight to Bali or how I'm falling in love with my new guy best friend) but based on the clothes I've worn as well. (^_^)

Top Five Men's Beach Wear Trends 2012

If you're bored of boring blue Bermudas and want to sport something a bit snazzier on the beach this year then you’ll need to invest in some high-quality and trendy beach-wear from the latest collections. But what are the five essential items for every man’s wardrobe this summer?

Short Board Shorts

Board shorts have been a popular mens swimwear choice for years but if you want to update the look then choose a shorter length. This style works well if you're on the shorter side as more of your leg is exposed, which has a lengthening effect.

If you've got chunky thighs avoid this look as the shorts will stop at the thickest part of your thigh, making it look even thicker.

Retro Trunks

Thanks to shows like Mad Men, the retro 1960s look is everywhere and retro trunks are very hot for summer 2012. The fitted 1960s look is perfect for tall, athletic figures. Go for bold and bright patterns to really make a statement or stick to plain colours for a more subtle style.

Magalawa Island Beach Wear

When we went to Magalawa island last weekend, I brought two pairs if bikinis with me. The rest of my beach apparel were just comfortable and skin-bearing outfits like this lingerie on the photo above which I paired with pekpek shorts (super skimpy shorts) for maximum exposure. LOL.

Boracay Bikinis

I refuse to think that summer is over. I know that tropical storm Bebang just ravaged parts of Luzon but I am hoping against hope that the sun will shine again. If it does rain, I hope it won't be another tropical depression coz it can get... depressing, you know. Maybe that's why it's called 'depression'... hmm. Teehee.

Boracay Hats

It's been ten days since I got here in Boracay and I already managed to have five hats! For some reason, seeing beach hats makes me filled with joy. In fact, in almost every place I visit, I always end up buying hats. I'm thinking, even if I won't wear them, I can use them to decorate our home. Weee!

Swimwear Galore: Bikini, Tank, Board Shorts

My girlfriends and I were supposed to go to Magalawa island two weekends ago. I remember panic buying tons of swimwear since I only had three hours to spare to make sure I was prepared for that particular trip. Aside from that, it was also the only time I can spend shopping for new bikinis and other swimwear for my upcoming Boracay stay... no, not really a vacation, but more of a longer stay. I'll be living there for a month on my own and hopefully I survive it. Then the Japan quake and tsunami happened and our plans of discovering this white Magalawa island got postponed. We didn't want to be anywhere near the shore in the height of this major apocalyptic event and risk being in harm's way.

That was two weeks ago.

Cool Getups For Quezon Island Getaway

Last Holy Week, my hubby and I visited Quezon and explored some of the beaches in Padre Burgos. Here's sharing with you the summer getups I wore during that vacation...

Beach Wear for Malapascua Island

I just want to document my beach getup when we went to Malapascua last time:

Bikini Wear from factory 2-U

When we went shopping last weekend, Peter and I passed by factory 2-U locatedin Alabang Town Center and found this bikini I liked:

Tankini Wear at The Factory Outlets

In Alabang Town Center, The Factory Outlets was having a sale when I chanced upon these gorgeous tankinis! They are buy-one-take-one for Php599. Feeling indulgent, I bought myself 4 pairs of tankinis. Yahoo! The tankinis I bought are perfect for my upcoming beach escapades. I may need more coz I'll be beach hopping all summer. :)

Beach Wear for Dungaree Beach in Subic

Last March 6, we went to Subic and discovered this serene little beach in Subic... See my travel blog for details...

Since I am saving my new summer beach wear for our Caramoan and Butanding trip this coming April, I wore an old Bohemian type turquoise blouse, a white smock which I turned to skirt, and my white pair of Crocs footwear instead.

Speedo Snorkeling Gear

I miss seeing fishes and other underwater creatures while swimming. It's usually Peter who skin dive and go underwater while I either sunbathe or swim whenever we go to the beach.

I do bring my old snorkel and mask but I never really use them lately. Then one day, for some reason, I just suddenly have this huge inkling to go snorkeling! So out of the blue, we went shopping for some snorkeling gear and bought a SPEEDO set of blue life vest (my old one is already quite overused... been around since 2004), blue masks and snorkels for me and Peter, and black & orange FINIS fins.

Casual Getup on a Weekend

On my birthday weekend last month, I came up with four casual attires perfect for my scheduled activities. For my Momolicious birthday lunch and dinner with family, this was what I came up with: YRYS dress, knitted cardigan and beige tube top from SM, beaded necklace and bracelet which I made myself, Baby G-shock waterproof watch, shades and my reliable Crocs

Summer Wear, Beach Fashion & Party Dresses - My Birthday Loot

I turned 32 last Feb. 18, 2010. But deep inside I still feel like the same Jen I used to be when I was 21 years old --- young, carefree, hopeful, and grateful about life. Maybe I'm just a bit wiser now when it comes to stuff that really matters (like finding my bliss, giving more, paying for a house, car, insurance and other big ticket stuff). So when it comes to money, I don't care much about the brands of stuff I buy especially if it's just clothes and fashion accessories, but as long as I'm comfy & they make me look pretty, as long as the material can withstand the test of time, as long as it's within my budget and means, I go all out for it! So, on my birthday, aside from spending it with my family in Subic doing frightening and life-conquering stunts at TREETOP ADVENTURE, I also spent it with my hubby shopping!!! Here they are:

All these clothes on top say one thing: BEEEEAAAACCCHHHHH!!!!!! ^_^

Fashionable Summer Outfits 2009 Part III

Let me share the third installment of my 'Hello Summer' collection for this year. The following attire were the things I wore during my vacation in Boracay last March30-April3, 2009. For those who want to see my blog posts about this particular trip, you may do so here. Otherwise, you may proceed...