PVC!

When this skirt first caught my eye, it was on sale. The color is neutral and makes for an easy palette. Plus, it has my size. What’s there not to like? My friend Ana reacted in a way that says – “Go! Only you can pull that off.”  But seriously, PVC in a pencil cut is just like any other normal work skirt. Need further proof? Check the three ways I wore it here. It’s just a material that can be quite uncomfortable at first and inconvenient if you’re not in a say, well-ventilated area. Paired with a white buttondown below, it couldn’t be more office-appropriate.  J

Sunnies: Ray Ban

Top: Mango

Belt: Mango

Skirt: Topshop

Shoes: Janylyn

Necklace: Zara

Plumage

I don't have much to say about this dress except that this is an old one, like more than 6 years ago. I bought it for a cocktail party (a phone launch) when I was still working for Samsung. I was also 10 pounds heavier then perhaps, if I may add. Haha! Back then I wasn't much into trends and I don't know if this animal print is going to make it to a leopard or cheetah status so as to proclaim it "the new black". What are the chances? I can't tell. But I like it and I love wearing dresses from way back.

I ditched the original belt included with this dress ( a plain black one) and used my leopard belt to channel Katy Perry's songs - Roar and Peacock. Hahaha! :D

Dress: Petit Monde

Belt: Mango

Shoes: Marks & Spencer

Emma-fied!

I still remember that moment where we all thought "Wow, look at her. She's all grown-up!"  It's that photo of her that circulated in the web soaking some sun while filming one of her movies two years ago.  And that was that.  Late and early this year I was on the lookout for Lupita Nyong'o's red carpet moments which are let's be honest, not exactly copy-able.  I wasn't looking much for style inspiration but there she is - always coming out everywhere looking so chic and sophisticated.  So when I found this ensemble that she wore for a Vogue Foundation Gala recently, I knew that it wouldn't take long for me to copy her look.  To deviate a bit, I injected my favorite animal print in my look. I've just been Emma-fied! I super duper love her! :)

Blazer: Forever21

Tank top: H&M

Belt: Mango

Trousers: Mango

Clutch: Dorothy Perkins

Shoes: Bebe

Sunnies: Sunnies Studios