Gone Gaga

I don’t know where I’ve been but I’m 5 days late from seeing the new Lady Gaga and Beyonce video! ARGHHH.

There’s only one word for this MV: FIERCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I wasn’t much into the song, but the MV is hot and definitely fashion forward! As far a jailhouse rock is concerned, this one killed it. I think I may even like it better than Gwen Stefani and the Harajuku Girls’ version from a past song (which I forgot already!). Actually, I think this is more of a mini-movie series than a music video – It’s 10 minutes long!

“Once you kill a cow, you gotta make a burger.”

Say hello to Sister Gaga: Natali Germanotta!

And now, on to the most exciting part:

OH EHM GEEEEEEEEE! YESSSSS! FINALLY!!!!

*SHRIEKSSSSSSS*

Guess who’s coming to town by next year?!?!?!?!

I am totally screaming the house down right now when I read the article posted in Mick Basa’s blog:

DAVAO CITY (PIA) — About 13 stores, many of them of international brands are locating in Davao City by second quarter next year.

Cora Dizon, vice president and head of business development of Ayala Land, Inc. said these best stores will be locating in Davao Abreeza when it opens in the city May of next year. She said these are first in Davao stores in the lines of fashion, toys and food.

Specialty stores along fashion of mostly of foreign brands are Promod, Lucerne, XOXO, New York 101, Hot Flops, Store Specialties, Inc., Zara, Aldo, Celio and Pedro. The food group would include Starbucks, Cafe Laguna, Lemon Grass, Bread Talk, Italianni’s and TGIF. Toys’R Us and Fully Booked will also be locating in Davao and the Robinson’s Department Store.

Mick!!!! THIS IS TOTES THE BEST GRADUATION ANNIVERSARY GIFT EVER!!!!

ZARA, ALDO, STORE SPECIALTIES INC, PROMOD, STARBUCKS, AND ITALIANNI’S ALL IN ONE YEAR!!!!!! IT’S AWESOME! INCREDIBLE! AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YESSSSSSS! THAT’S IT!!!!! MORE!!!!!! FINALLYYYYYYY!!!!  I think I just orgasmed! HAHAHAHAHA (Karla, you bitch, I miss you!!!! and Cha, get back here more often so we can go shopping!)

Will go and celebrate now! BRING OUT THE VODKA!

 

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P.S.

Uh-oh. Will save save save this year because by next year… I’m not sure if I’ll still be capable to do that with all the temptations coming in! I LOVES IT!!!!! And while they’re at it, can they also bring TOP SHOP, H&M and FOREVER21 here please?… *bats eyelashes*

A Look Book

Because I’m frustrated like that. Here’s a preview of the photos I posted in Dress Playground. Check them out! (P.S. I’m so feeling talaga! ROFL.)

Just for laughs, here’s a rip off of a Lookbook interview that I made for myself.

“It’s the person that carries the clothes.”

Tell us a little bit about yourself and where you live.

I’m a size 14 and only 5’2” so that makes me something like a human potato. I like dressing up and shopping but I don’t get to do them always because of difficulties in financing. Moreover, I live in a place in which I love the whole relaxed and carefree atmosphere but abhorrently lacking of any decent fashion places!

How did you first get interested in fashion and why is it important?

Back in grade school, I live in this little town somewhere north of Davao which seemed to be so out-of-touch with the glamorous world I see in television. I was an eternally curious and adventure seeking child, and so during her weekly trips to the city, I used to ask my mom to bring me back pop-culture related magazines. I blame Seventeen, Meg, Candy, and oh, the Spice Girls, and a lot of other teenage-related books that I read from the stuff my aunt sent me from the US. I don’t know why it’s important though. LOL.

You keep you own blog(s). What motivated you to start blogging?

I maintain a number of blogs. The Telai Show (this blog) is my random blog, Dress Playground is my fashion-related blog, and Shop Telai is my online store. I can’t remember when I really started blogging, but ever since I was already into writing diaries so I guess it was a natural progression that I ventured into blogging when I got acquainted with the world wide web back in High School. I used to have a Tabulas account, and then a Xanga, and then a lot more, but stuck with this one.

How does your size affect your style?

Being fat and short, I have a hard time looking for clothes that fit me comfortably and that would look good on me. However, I never let it ruin my love for clothes and shoes. When I can’t dress myself in clothes that I like, I dress other people up. And when I do dress up, it’s always with confidence because it’s the person that carries the clothes and not the other way around.

How would you describe the fashion scene in Davao?

Seriously, Davao needs work. While I see spot some stylish people from time to time around the city, most of the populace are too generic. It’s trend over personal style in Davao, I think. Many are not very adventures towards styling.

What do you love about living in Davao?

I love how Davao can be a progressive city, yet keep its relatively peace and quiet. It’s so relaxing living here. Traffic is minimal, the people are generally laid back, the cost of living is low, and the city is between a beautiful gulf and a really high and lush mountains so it’s like a year-round vacation in here.

Top 3 places to visit in Davao.

The beach, particularly Samal Island, should be in ever tourists travel destination! Eden Nature Park is also a great place to visit as it offers a view of the city and the Davao gulf from more than a thousand feet up the mountain. And if you’re into the “night life,” you may find yourself enjoying our more relaxing way of partying in Torres.

Describe your personal style.

What style?! In the event that I really do have it, well I guess it would always be COMFORT OVER TRENDS. I just wear anything that’s comfortable to me. I’ve noticed though that I’m into plain and classic styles. If you would notice my outfits, I don’t wear a lot of patterns and textures. No style at all!

Favorite designers and places to shop?

I love watching videos from Fashion Week and from there, I must say my favorite designers are Narciso Rodriguez, Marc Jacobs, and Monique Lhuillier. Alexander McQueen and John Galliano are also favorites. However, I do not own any of their designs YET. I usually shop at the local malls, mostly at the Dept Store. I also buy most of my accessories online.

Favorite color(s)?

Pink, blue, yellow, white and black.

The first thing you look in another person’s outfit is:

Any interesting pieces they have on. Usually, since Davao is such an un-fashionable place generally, I just look at their tops and shoes, and bags.

What do you skimp on?

Jeans and dresses. I never have enough of them. I wish to skimp on food though!

What do you splurge on?

Food and shoes! They don’t go together! I know!

A fashion “rule” you always break:

Don’t follow the “fad”. (Ad Huang) – same goes for me.

A fashion “rule” you never break:

Find the style that suits you. (Ad Huang) – again, I concede to this. I think a lot of people especially here in Davao follow the latest trends but fail to incorporate them to their own personal style that’s why a lot of people here are too generic to look at.

What do you think is the most recent notable trend to appear/reappear, and what are your thoughts on it?

Menswear! I love menswear! It’s sort of a “power play” look when the feminine and masculine designs go together. Also, it’s more casual and dare I say more comfortable. Flat brogues anyone?

What camera do you shoot with, and what is your top photography tip?

I don’t have a camera and I’m not a photographer! FAIL!

What is the most underrated item in menswear and womenswear?

For menswear, shoes and bags/murses; for women, an attention-grabbing jewelry, a pretty handbag, and classic black pumps.

What is your next "must have" purchase?

SHOES! I’m thinking between a Converse classic low cut sneakers or a peep-toe black pumps or, if I can find them, Brogues.

Are there any fashion icons or famous people whose style you admire?

I’m a fan of anything Sex and The City so I’ve always looked up to Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte. And the GOSSIP GIRL CAST. I love their stylist! I also love Rumi Neely and Agyness Deyn. And recently, I’ve discovered a liking for Alexa Chung and Olivia Palermo.

What music are you listening to these days?

I’m a big fan of KPop. But recently, I’ve been playing adding a few vintage songs in my playlist including The Pipette’s Pull Shapes and Coldplay’s The Scientist.

What can’t you live without?

Shoes, my laptop, internet, my cellphone, a pen and paper.

What’s on your iPod / bookshelf / DVD player at the moment?

I’ve started re-reading Harry Potter again. I’m on the 4th book already. And I am yet to watch a few Korean Dramas. YES. VERY TEENAGER-Y OF ME.

What is a normal day for you?

My day is pretty boring and routinary. I wake up, check my mail, facebook, and twitter, I get ready for work, I go to work, I go home and stay on the internet all night. I either read a book or watch a movie before going to sleep on some nights. I don’t go out a lot but when I do my best friends and I like to watch a movie and have a nice dinner somewhere. On some weekends, I also go out with a few friends for a drink or clubbing. Really boring stuff.

Next place you want to travel to:

Korea and Japan! I’m a big fan of KPop and I love Japan!

In the year 2015 you will be:

5 years older. Hopefully, I’ll be a manager of some sort for some multi-national company, and by then I’ll be able to afford a few designer stuffs. And oh, have a bigger closet! I’d like to be working abroad by that time, living independently.

What would you say to someone seeking general fashion advice?

Research. Find out what you really like by searching the web – it’s all in there. It will help you discover your own style and will teach you how to go out without looking like a walking fashion faux pas. Also, don’t be afraid to explore. Fashion is a series of trial and error, and once you get the style that your comfortable in, it would be easier in the long run.

How you would spend your day if you knew that it was your last?

I’d probably be going to the beach, go bungee jumping and sky diving with family and friends, eat a lot, watch a romantic comedy and a tear jerker film, have sex (?) LOL, blog, and then lie in bed and read a book until I die!

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Thank You Lola!

Guess what arrived in the mail the other day?!?!

Toys, chocolates, clothes, and *drum rolls* canned goods! In other words… it’s the typical balikayan box from the US! HAHA.

But what I love most were the blazers and other office attires that my Lola sent! YIPEE.

If they’d only arrived around December/January, they would’ve been super perfect because then, I would’ve worn them. Not now though as it’s TOO HOT. Can’t wait for the cold weather again. I especially love the Pink and Peach blazers as pastels are the ultimate in spring wardrobe at the other side of the world. LOL. But whatever. Yay! Thank you Lola!

 

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Leica x Hermes: Come To Mama

Talk about making a FASYON statement! Come to mama little ones……

From my recent stalking at almost every renowned fashion blogs in the world wide web, I’ve come across this new discovery (it’s new for me at least)… Leica cameras. They are obviously not as popular in the ever DSLR loving Philippines (whose inhabitants live and breathe for wanting to tote along Nikon’s, Canon’s, Sony’s etc – IMO), but ho ho ho, suck up everyone because I am head over heels with the Leica’s! More so when I read in Purse Blog about it’s collaboration with Hermes! (Oh you know Hermes! The favored scarf from Devil Wears Prada. The makers of the ever fabulous Birkins and Kelly’s. They’re practically fashion royalty. If you still don’t recognize it, then GO GOOGLE!)

The September Issue Extra Extra

If you haven’t seen “The September Issue” yet, then you better head to your nearest video store or go to your trusty download site and hit it up! It’s a fabulous documentary on Vogue America’s thickest issue every year – The September Issue!

Below is a sneak peak of the “little” extra extra from the DVD released last Feb 23. Ooh I can’t wait for them to be available online! A 90 minute special in addition to the cinematic release from last year!

I just love love love Grace Coddingtong. She reminds me sometimes of Susan Boyle. When I first saw her, I didn’t think she was extraordinary as she sometimes tends to wear frumpy clothes but who knew she was the goddess behind many of the awesome fashion editorial spreads for Vogue?! And Andre Leon Talley is just adorbs! Totally AMAZING! And of course, the ice queen herself, Anna Wintour. LOVE LOVE LOVE!

Wish they’d do something like this for French Vogue, Vogue Italia, and Vogue Nippon! Would love to see how Carine Roitfeld and Hamish Bowles and the whole team behind these unbelievable publications create such jaw dropping features for all fashion slaves the world over!

Enough rants, watch The September Issue okay!

 

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Please Explain This To Me Right Now

There’s a new hobby in town right now… and it is BEDAZZLING. But it’s not just your ordinary football bedazzling aka The Rock’s movie Game Plan. NO. This is different… QUITE DIFFERENT. Guess where the bedazzling is happening… guess… guess… guess… one last chance… guess… have you guessed where already? Ok… here it is… the answer is… the bedazzling is happening in… YOUR VAJAYJAY!!!! oh wait! did I just say VAJAYJAY?! YES! I JUST DID! GREAT BALLS OF FIRE. And following the name-merging trend/fad aka Jeggings, Skort, etc, this HIGHLY DISTURBING activity is called: *tentenenen* VAJAZZLE!!!!!! How creative, no? Think BEDAZZLE + VAGINA. NOTTTTT!

Apparently, Jennifer Love Hewitt do it all the time to make her feel better about her privates. I MEAN. WHAT THE HECK. And yes. People actually go to spas like Completely Bare in New York to get VAJAZZLED. It’s not just Jennifer Love. WTF

Here’s a quote from her interview in Lopez Tonight:

After a breakup, a friend of mine Swarovski crystalled my, um, precious lady. It shined like a disco ball.

That said, I’d like to quote our friends from The Luxury Spot on as-shiny-as-disco-balls-vajayjay: “Because that’s exactly what I want for my lady business. To blind whoever it is looking at my lady parts.” WTF WTF WTF.

As a proof that this bizarre vajazzling really happens, check out these photos:

For my sake, I hope you are as disturbed as I am upon this horrific phenomena. SERIOUSLY PEOPLE. I THOUGHT ALL ALONG THAT BEDAZZLING IS A WHOLE SOME ACTIVITY FOR KIDS. I AM COMPLETELY DISTURBED UPON THESE TURN OF EVENTS.

But she (the lady who got her vajayjay bedazzled in the photos) looks completely (AND RIDICULOUSLY) happy. God bless her. But for the love of God please spare me all these horrific fads people are turning to these days. THEY ARE RIDICULOUS. RIDICULOUS!

Read the full article on VAJAZZLING HERE.

 

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I WANT: Customized Louis Vuitton Bags

HOHMYGOSH. CUSTOMIZED LOUIS VUITTON BAGS!

While I can’t afford a single BRAND NEW Louis Vuitton bag, it still won’t stop me from wanting to get my hands on their newest service innovation: MON MONOGRAM or the customized monograms for all who can afford them!

Louis Vuitton continues to expand their online store and have announced the introduction of the Louis Vuitton Mon Monogram service. The service will allow you to customize your Louis Vuitton bag, ending up with over 200 million possible combinations on your bag of choice. The selection of bags include the iconic Speedy, historic Keepall travel bag, or the Pegase 55 wheeled cabin case. Once you choose your item you can pick up to three initials and vertical or diagonal stripes. There are 17 color options to choose from. Once you have entered your selection the site will simulate the design for you to see what the finished product will look like.

The Purse Blog

I can just imagine it… a speedy with “TEL” on it. I mean, hell yeah!

I can’t wait to afford them! COME TO MOMMA LITTLE ONES!

 

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My Closet Dreams Come True

I am definitely into the “BASICS". I believe in having must-haves in every closet, and the pieces for this collection from Theory are definite musts!

Ooooh I just adore classic cuts, prints and patterns!

These are my favorites:

The Business Casual

The Sporty Chic

The Power Player

The Sweet and Sassy

The Laid Back Temptress

The Too-Cool-For-School

Note the basics: oversized blazer, chambray shirt, cropped khaki pants, white shirt, white polo, slim fit trousers, cropped pale-colored blazer, striped shirt/dress, wide legged denim jeans, oxford shoes, black pumps, and motorcycle boots.

LOVE LOVE LOVE!

 

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Dress Playground

So… I have a new blog. It’s called DRESS PLAYGROUND. This time, I’m making it all about one (or two or three or four) of my most favorite topics in the world: FASHION. It’s just generally about clothes, accessories, shoes, sartorial photos, etc. Just anything under the sun about fashion and shopping.

Yeah, yeah. Do check it out.

 

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