How I Want My Future Home To Look Like

I always thought I wanted a house with a lot of glass and concrete. But over time, my taste has changed and I am now leaning towards a warmer, cozier look instead of a cold and sterile home.



Also, aren't these sheets from IKEA amazing?

Uniqlo to open in Singapore April 2009

Japanese super-brand Uniqlo, known for its well-designed and affordable apparel, is set to open in three months time in Singapore. This will be the first branch to open in South East Asia. With over 800 stores all over the world, in countries such as Japan, Korea, London, and New York City in the United States, Uniqlo is set on asserting itself as Japan's number one clothing brand.

The first outlet will be located at Tampines 1 and will open in April of this year. The second outlet will open in June 2009 at the new Ion Orchard shopping mall in Orchard Road.

By the way, happy new year.

Lighter Colour Palette by alphabeticalife

I guess you could say this is kind of like a New Year's resolution. And by more fun I mean a lighter palette for my wardrobe. It's time to give black a rest for a little while.

The New Deal feat. Feist - Don't Blame Yourself

Here's one of my favourite songs of all time. Such an amazing song to listen to whether you're dressing up in the morning, en route to work, or relaxing at night with a glass of wine. Enjoy.

The Indispensable Oxford

"...for throwing on the chinos, denim, slacks or shorts - an oxford does the trick. I feel really comfortable, never under or overdressed and I think it looks good." - Ryan Willms, hyr collective

Looks like me and Mr. Willms share the same sentiment toward the oxford shirt. I find myself wearing them almost everyday, making me ignore a lot of my t-shirts. Wearing an oxford makes me feel a lot better especially when I'm wearing something extremely casual such as a pair of shorts and flip-flops and still gives off a casual vibe when paired with dressier pants and shoes. Don't you just love how one simple item like that changes an entire look? I think it's genius.

Image from: closer21

Vintage Omega

Watches have always fascinated me, even at a very young age. Case in point, this vintage Omega watch that I bought when I was in the fifth or sixth grade. I unearthed it at an antique expedition (aka my mom shopping for antiques) and the price was just right for an automatic Omega. Not too cheap, not too expensive, and most importantly, I had enough money to pay for it.

I had it authenticated later on and turns out it's the real deal and I found out it's from the 1950's. After wearing it for a very limited number of times, I decided to change the bracelet to a leather strap last month when I went home to Manila.

My brother's wedding

Aside from spending the holidays with my dear family and friends, I went home to Manila to attend my brother's wedding. It was a very intimate gathering with close family and friends present at the ceremony.





This was the song that the choir sang as my sister-in-law walked down the aisle. And if you're wondering, yes, I cried.