Life Lately...

Hi there! How was your summer so far?
Funny how my last post entitles "Welcome Come Back Giveaway" yet I was MIA and no blog update for the whole month of April. :/  
I know Ive made countless promises to blog regularly but here I am still missing in action. I actually want to update my blog regularly with what's the latest happening in my life but I guess they all end up, stucked in my mind. 
Anyways, here's some thoughts and latest updates in my life that I want to share to you...

I am still struggling in learning the art of saying NO.
I finally bid goodbye to that stressful job. Right now Ive got ample time seeking for a new full time job.
I find it hard connecting with people lately. I mostly prefer being alone and have peace on my own. 
I just transferred to a new house. Me and my kiddo, that is. I rented a house not far from my mom's house. And this is the reason I have limited time online. Hopefully I can blog about the house coz there's a lot of things I want to share about it. 
Cut my hair short last January.
Created a new DIY wedding invitation.
Had our Camiguin scape with cousins earlier this month.
Still trying to achieve a good flat lay photo. You can check some of my output on instagram.
Speaking of instagram, if you followed me you'll probably know I more active there.
If you haven't follow me feel free to do so... @Venussmileygal


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Welcome Back Giveaway From Firmoo Glasses!

Happy Easter Everyone! Did you enjoyed egg hunting? 
As for me I just spent it at home... Watched Dance Camp movie... It was a great movie and I really enjoyed it. I did want to change something in the ending though... I wanted it to add a Social Media battle in it. Dont worry...  You'll understand this if you'll watch the movie as well. :)


I know its been awhile since I last shared a post here in my blog. I had such a busy life offline this past weeks that my time online is limited. So finally I got settled... (I hope!) I am still trying to balance life offline, work, and blogging though so wish me luck! :)
As a little welcome back gift to everyone. I am hosting a giveaway... You probably have an idea by now on what's going to be the prize looking from the images in this post... :D Firmoo was generous enough to host a giveaway for you my readers. So I am very thankful to them. 
I have been a fan of Firmoo glasses since I first discovered it 4 years ago. Yes that long already and I am still using the glasses I received from them and they are still wearable til now. I telll yah, they are very durable and stylish!
So will not let you for long... 

Prizes:

Five winners will win complete pair of glasses as specified below. The prize will be offered in the form of voucher after your giveaway end.
This voucher covers the frame with 1.50 index single vision lenses. The winner need to pay the shipping depending on the country and handling fee. 

Eligibility:

This giveaway is for new customers only. It is open to countries to which Firmoo ships. Please check to see if you are eligible here.
To join just follow the instruction in the rafflecopter below...
Here are some fashionable glasses up for grab... 

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What I Wore | Rolled Sleeve Tunics, Shorts & Gladiator Sandals

Hello everyone! How was your week so far?
Today I'm sharing an outfit that I wore on a casual first-date-of-the-year of my girl friends. 
Lets start with my sandal whom I have already mention in my previous post. Expect more of me wearing this gladiator sandal in the coming outfits. I am, obviously, inlove with it! ^_^ 
StyleArt.com sent me this rolled sleeve tunics I am wearing. The cloth is cotton, its soft but its very light or should I say thin. Nonetheless, its perfect for the hot weather we are having.

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Rolled Sleeve Tunics - Styleart.com
Gladiator Knee Flat Sandals - Yoins.com
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Wish Granted


Hi everyone! 
Gong xi fa cai to those who are celebrating Chinese new year!
Isn't it so exciting to receive items on your wishlist? 
If you remember last December I posted a Christmas wishlist. Who would have thought Santa been reading my post as well that some of them was granted... ^_^
And this are...
Gladiator sandals - Thanks to Yoins.com for a great quality shoes. It was actually delayed on the delivery but it arrived in time for the new year. Talking about perfect timing!


Floral watch - The bestie knows where to look for items I want. She took reference from my wishlist blog posts. She ordered this watch via Lazada.com.ph for she cannot shop in the malls because she just gave birth to my new inaanak. 


Choker necklace - Last Christmas, the kiddo asked if we could buy a gift for me. He noticed that on our Christmas tree Ive bought and wrapped lots of gifts for everyone but no gift named for me. So he wanted me to have a gift to open as well even if I already knew what's inside.
What touches my heart the most is that, the thought that he wanted to buy me a gift, so I will have something to open for our New year gift opening tradition. He told me someday when he grow up he will surprise me with a gift. 
Forgive me for spazzing..... but my sons the sweetest ever!!
He wants to buy me a pair necklace that both of us can wear. We happily found this lock and key necklace along with this rare-to-find choker necklace at Vanity Box. 


Did you also have a granted wish on your wishlist? 
What are those items? Im excited to read them in the comments below.
Thanks for dropping by...
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What I Wore | Black Off-Shoulder Top & Floral Palazzo Pants


Hello Feb-ibig... ♥♥♥
How is everyone doing on the second month of the year?
There's two occasions most people in our city looking forward on celebrating this month...
And that's Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day.
Since I'm no Chinese and I currently have a non-existent love life. Will skip this topics.
P.S. Love is spoken as pag-ibig in our local dialect. That is why I greeted you with Feb-ibig! ;)
Aside from maxi dresses and maxi skirts I also love palazzo pants. I just love how comfortable and easy to style this type of pants.

My wide leg pants styling preferences...
I love to pair it with basic tees and a statement necklace.
I also love it with Off-shoulder tops.
I usually wear them on flat sandals.

My palazzo styling checklist...
Wear it with turtle neck tops.
Wear it with lace top.
For formal look, tuck in a button-down shirt with a belt.
Or wear it with blazer and heels or wedges.
For an edgy touch wear it with leather jacket.
And for casual take add denim jacket or vest.
To buy plain color palazzo pants specifically in white, black, red and dark blue.

Do you like palazzo pants? How do you wear them?





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Wishlist: Stylish Cardigans

Hi Everyone!
Today Im sharing my cardigan craze. 
Though its super hot during the day here in our city I always make sure I bring cardigans in my bag. This is the reason I always have a bulky bag! >.<
I am not so good at dealing with cold air. So even if its not raining but Im inside an air conditioned place/venue I immediately wear my cardigans to protect me. I also wear cardigans when Im still out during the night. Too much exposure to cold air will eventually gave me headache or worst not feeling well. 
Could it be signs of aging? hahaha I dont know. All I know is that I find comfort wearing cardigans when it gets to much cold or windy. 
I am actually shopping online for some new cardigans to add in my closet.  And I found some stylish and great finds at Newchic.com. Since I cant buy them all at once, Im sharing my top picks or should I say wishlist here in my blog.  


Do you like wearing cardigans? 
Any picks from the cardigans Ive shared above?

Pattern Fringe Shawl Scarf sku171342
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Theme of The Year: #Invest2016

Hello there midweek! How was your week going on so far?
Since the year Ive read Bianca Gonzales' article about Theme of the Year Ive  been using it since then. So instead of writing new year resolutions that I would probably not achieve by the end of the year, I set a theme to guide me for the whole year. My previous themes so far, has helped me to stay on track on what I wanted to achieve and experience for the whole year.  
Last year, I ended having the theme #Travel2015. So Im pursuing the theme #Invest2016 this year. This year will be all about savings and investment. I already have several investment in mind so wish me luck that I shall succeed it and achieve it.
My investment will not be solely about money. It will also be with things and actions that I believe will be vital for myself and my families future.
Have you think of a theme for yourself this year?
Denim Dollhouse Top
Sammydress.com Boots



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