Spending my Summer

While the summer heat is keeping everyone busy having their tan lines on, I'm spending my summer a different kind of way.

It's sort of unfortunate for me to spend most of my summer days in the classroom, but still I look at it in a positive way. It's a time for me to really put into my head all this learning without distractions and temptations. Well, I get to practice and rekindle my passion and love for the arts and I feel a bit good with my skill [not to brag!] 

And if I am not doing plates for class, you might as well see me in the gym sweating it out. I've been trying hard to lose some pounds and from a 164 lbs. to 148 lbs. [clap! clap!]. What also keeps me going back to the gym is the hip hop classes they are offering. I use to dance before when I was still a kid. But after on, haven't dance then. So these hip hop classes are a  must for me to get the groove on and shake. And it's also a good cardio exercise- burn and fun.

Last week, my friends and I had a little play, but it was quite a struggle getting there. We had a mini shoot somewhere in Mandaue. One thing to always remember: Always bring sunblock! I was not really expecting to be shooting under the sun, but the show must go one. So, I sacrificed getting burned to get a good photo and ended up really burned and red.

I love wearing my F&H tank most especially during warm days cause it's comfy and breezy. And now that I have a grown shaved head and feels uneven to look at, caps are quite a use. To top the summer look off, a white shorts from Penshoppe would be great.

The last pic is my burned self after being under the scorching sun. It was really tiring after the shoot and went to bed straight at 6pm. 

Guess I'll cut the story 'til here cause I have plates to still work on. Adios mi amigos!

Thanks to Erna Santos and Nikki Omas-as for the photo. You know how forgetful I was during this day. :)

Latinista Fashion Week

Fashion is never specific. It is something that relates us all.

Coming February 2 2013, fashionistas of all races and graces come together as they celebrate Latinista Fashion Week 2013 at the INC LOUNGE, TIME HOTEL and as they indulge themselves with beautiful creations from amazing Latino designers. This event is presented by Icollection Shows sponsored by IMAN Cosmetics.

Headlining the fashion show is award-winning and Boston-based designer Daniel Hernandez from DH Studio Inc. with performances from Latino artists.

Fashion designer Daniel Hernandez has been known for his couture creations. With his showing in the Latinista Fashion Week, his collection will be more ready-to-wear for the everyday fashionable Latinos.

Launch party of Latinista Fashion Week will be on February 1, 2013 at the INC Lounge of Times Hotel starting at 6pm up to 9pm.

For tickets, you can click the link: http://latinistafashionweek2013.eventbrite.com/

Feel the beat of Sinulog

Here in the Philippines, January is one of the busiest days in some parts of the island. Most festivals are celebrated on this month since it signifies the beginning of the year and for a good harvest.

One of which is the celebration of Santo Niño- the Sinulog, here in the city of Cebu.

If you want to know what is in a celebration of Sinulog, just imagine the ones in Brazil or some other street festivals all over the world. We also pay homage to our beloved Santo Niño with a mass for 9 straight days. That's how grand it is!

Of course, the much anticipated part is the dance festival wherein groups all over the country come together to compete and dance their hearts away.

The day ends with a beautiful fireworks display in the skylines of the night.

I'm really excited for this Sunday's event. More time to prepare guys, same as me here. I still don't know what to put on for the yearly celebration. Hope to see you though and have some fun. :)

(photos from :http://blog.flickr.net/en/2012/01/19/sinulog-2012/)