Rewards and statement pieces

7:45 PM

Animal print see-through tunic Thrifted | Black inner top | Sheer leggings SM Dept. Store |
Denim shorts Landmark | Animal print wedges | Bag Maison Gilfy | Random accessories



Unproductive.


For some weird reason, this week happened to swiftly pass by without me really accomplishing anything major. I’m on my “thesis mode” but writer’s block is getting the best of me. My research paper – the most crucial thing that will get my ass off college is in very slow progress. Well at least it’s not non-existent anymore right? Hmmm.


Knowing myself very well, my mind works best during crunch time. Or… am I just sugar-coating the fact that I’m such a crammer? Gaagh. It’s been a long time habit that I’ve been really (promise, I swear) trying to kick out of my system.


When I look at it, I seem to have ample of time to finish it. But again, I’m in doubt because being the one who knows myself best, I know how sluggish I work that’s why as much as possible, attempt to finish a job as early as I could.


Demeulemeester -inspired DIY neckpiece or scarf


Since I haven’t finished my first draft yet, I pledged not to shop or do anything that will distract me until the day I finish. So far, it’s been good. I’m proud that I can actually discipline myself, control my thrifting/shopping urges, and be able to just say a big fat “NO” to all gimmick invitations. Yey to me!


Maybe, because I’ve been such a good girl, I’ve been rewarded with buyers from my online shop and a giveaway! I’m currently having a SALE and only a few items are left. I posted the remaining items on this blog’s SHOP PAGE but if you wish to see more, you can check out the official website.


For my prize, drum roll please... For the first time in my blogging life, after a couple of entries to some blog freebie contests here and there, I finally got something! It's a floral dress with ruched shoulder sleeves and bow details at the back from Chevy Mae of Candy Maybe. It was really unexpected though I knew luck in on my side! I would always win parlor games during parties and was (a lot of times) drawn during raffle promos in school so I knew I'm a very lucky person. I haven't won anything big yet but soon I will! Hahaha! I haven't received the dress yet, but she promised to ship either yesterday or today, so I can wait till Monday.


I won this!


This brings me to… a giveaway of my own! Yeeeey!!!


But not now. Soon. Haha. (Toink.)


Well I don’t have a sponsor unlike other “big time” blogs; and I am ultimately frugal to spend on anything… so I hope you don’t mind if I bring in a thrift item on to the table (Do you mind?? :( ). But because I’m on shopping hiatus, I pray that I finish my draft ASAP so I could work on thrift hunting and I promise to bring you that fabulous vintage item. I’m still thinking about opening it to international readers though. As much as I would like to, I don’t want to spend on international shipping rates because I’m poor like that, haha.


If any Filipino reader out here knows a cheap and efficient way of shipping items abroad, please tell me so I know how this process goes.



Statement pieces: necklace-scarf and animal-print wedges


On an outfit related note, I’m wearing an animal print see-through tunic and black sheer leggings. Again, I’m wearing my Demeulemeester-inspired DIY neckpiece or scarf (whatever it is). To break the black-gray color block, I wore my cute, animal print, brown and flesh peep-toe wedges with a cute ribbon detail. Over all, the outfit is just simple and I used my shoes and accessory as my statement pieces.


There you go! See you next post. Wish me luck on my endeavors friends and I wish you all the best too in yours.


Cheers to saying NO to being unproductive! Cheers to a happy weekend everybody!!!




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43 comments

  1. Love the outfit and the dress is just gorgeous!!!

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  2. i loove the scarf, and congrats on the giveaway!
    is it from Forever 21?

    have a great weekend!

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  3. wow! you looks so nice, i love your wedges:D


    ps. great blog
    xoxo

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  4. congrats for the giveaway :) i love your shawl!

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  5. Love the DIY scarf!

    http://flowergirlfashion.blogspot.com

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  6. i love the scarf! and what a lucky win! that shirt is so pretty

    http://where-will-it-lead.blogspot.com/

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  7. oh i didn't realize that it was you that won!! i should really keep better tabs on my followers and comments lol! i shipped the dress yesterday so let me know when you finally get it okay! i really hope you like it! and congratulations!

    p.s. your necklace is awesome!! & great outfit!!

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  8. Just stumbled upon your blog, how cute! I love it! Come visit me sometime <3


    xo Lynzy
    http://fromskirtstoskillets.blogspot.com

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  9. love your outfit dear.. :) u are pretty as usual :)
    thanks for your comment on my blog :)
    have a nice day and happy Sunday :)

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  10. love the outfit- and the scarf! plus the lighting of the photo is great! it goes great with the outfit!
    xx

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  11. i looooovw the scarf and the goodies u won! u lucky girl! xx

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  12. lovee your necklace /scarf it is absolutely amazing !
    xx
    mel

    peterbellandtinkerpan.blogspot.com

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  13. congrats for the give away. love your shoe <3 i've just follow you dear :)
    xoxo, Icha

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  14. i think i work better under stress too, when you only got a couple of days. i just put my head down and get on with it. i've finished college now, and am so happyyyy. hope that your work is going well!

    p.s i need myself a leopard print wedge!

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  15. aaa i love ur blog so much.... its black and its definitely has awesome design... u rock girl... and ohhh that scarf and wedges sooooooooooo adorable!

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  16. wow! congrats for the winning! it's a really cute dress..:)

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  17. this is my fave outfit from you !!
    loving that diy project of yours again :)

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  18. im not sure if my comment got deleted.. but here it is anyway !

    this is my fave outfit from you !!
    i love that diy project of yours again :)

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  19. im loving your accessories in this post
    great style

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  20. congratz melai! I envy you--i don't win anything! hahaha! And babe, I want your necklace! Akin nalang. heheheh! Love your leopard print wedge and your top!!!:)

    Pax
    DROWNING EQUILIBRIUMS

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  21. Gorgeous outfit girl! I love the accessories. A massive congrats on your win!!

    Have a fabulous week ahead

    xoxo

    www.awonderingstar.com

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  22. i just came across your site & i love it ! its so cute - love the pics! DEF following you ♡
    love the concept !
    id love for you to check out my blog. I constantly host giveaways and interact with my readers.
    My next giveaway will be hosted in a week or so!

    xo elena

    www.fashionisinspiration.blogspot.com

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  23. congrats on winning the give-away! the top is sooo cute! love the ribbon details on the back... anyway, the only give-away i won was the first ever i entered -- dane's ring give-away last december...and after that, i haven't won anything else...hahaha!

    philippine post is cheaper to ship outside country but it takes 2-3 weeks to ship...just check out their site! can't wait for your give-away!

    ps. love your lace top! and the accessory is awesome!

    ps2. i was totally unproductive this weekend...haha!

    ♥ vanilla ice cream ♥

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  24. Thanks for stopping by!
    I love the shoes! So pretty!

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  25. the best scarf i think ive seen! x

    www.pinstripeprince.blogspot.com

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  26. LOVE your leopard print wedges! I know how you feel, i'm such a last minute person!

    www.fashionjjunkie.blogspot.com

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  27. babe mine na the geometric skirt!:) msgd you in multiply.

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  28. Oh, what a lucky win! I haven't won any of the contests or giveaways I've joined yet. Someday, I hope.

    Good luck with thesis and writers block, Melai! Also if you find a cure for cramming please tell me. :P

    B from A plus B

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  29. nice necklace!
    i've just dicovered your blog! like it!
    you look so cute!!!

    hope you like mine ...
    xoxo from rome
    K.
    http://kcomekarolina.blogspot.com/

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  30. I love that scarf, i want it in Black, greay and baige. Its a bit warm for it now but its deffinatly a winner. i like youre style

    ima follow u lol

    xx

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  31. Such a darling outfit. I love the neck piece and those leopard print wedges. Nice look.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. Do come by more often ;)

    http://stylebouquet.blogspot.com/

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  32. Ah, haha. I was the same way when it came to schoolwork: put it off until the very last moment. Just had the hardest time getting started, but once I finally did, things were smooth sailing. Maybe some of us just work best when additional pressure is added. Yeah, I'm sure that's it. ;)

    Awesome outfit!

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  33. loving the lace top and the necklace! i'm guilty of being a mega last minute worker too

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  34. Your scarf is awesome... I know all about cramming and working under pressure... it's what makes us fabulous right? Hahaha!

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  35. I love the wedge and I am really in love with the scarf....

    any way regarding the giveaway, anything will do love as long as it came from someone as talented as you...

    just relax, I have been on your situation regarding thesis mode and believe me, it's totally a pain in the ass....give yourself a break any time...you actually deserve it...

    take care gorgeous!
    Sweet
    http://pensandlens.wordpress.com

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  36. MELAI!! no wonder i dint get updates from you on my feed, im still following your LJ!

    i love that neckpiece! so unique!
    that is one pretty giveaway! oh envy! ive never won anything yet hahaha!!

    toni peerfumedredshoes.blogspot.com

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  37. babe wore the green cardigan I bought from you! See it on my chictopia and my blog!:) Thanks! They all love it!:)

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  38. cant wait for a new posting !!

    thanks for stopping by at my blog ...
    www.glistersandblisters.com

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  39. mmm youre outfit is greeattt!
    love ittt.<333

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  40. i like your blog! i follow you

    love your shoes! charmediem.blogspot.com

    xx

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  41. I'm having trouble fighting my bad habit of procrastinating as well...
    congrats on winning the giveaway and your leopard wedges are totally ferosh <3<3<3

    eclectic du jour

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  42. The scarf is really nice, and your shoes !! :)

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