Merry Christmas In Manila

I was really excited when I got the invite to my friends' Christmas party in Manila. For one, I got it during exam week so it was my ray of sunshine during those grim days in the library. Secondly, Cesca's house is just phenomenal and I can't imagine anyone having a lousy time in such a wonderful place. Thirdly, I went to their Christmas party last year and just had the most amazing time!

This year's party was just as fabulous. Sure, I kinda freaked out when I found out that it was happening on the same night I fly into Manila (I basically went from the airport to her house!) AND that any black attire was STRICTLY prohibited. But I had such a grand time...it didn't matter that I was completely exhausted because of jetlag or that I kinda felt semi-uncomfy in my pink outfit! hahaha

The Arrivas(Iza and Klar): two of my best friends looking ravishing as usual

Oh Monica! One of my nearest and dearest. We spent a crazy night on our way home the day after! I think my entire clan shocked her when she stayed for dinner in my house :))

Janna is probably the sweetest person I know in this world. She is also Little Miss Dress Up's number one fan after Rosanna's family and my family! I have missed you so, Janna Marie My Love. And check out her ferosha shoes. I love them.

The Arrivas with our lovely host Cesca. Thanks a billion for such a marvelous night. I had so much fun!!!

:D

Bustier: from Scotland
Skirt: Culte Femme
Shoes: Zara
Clutch: Moss
Cuff: Jul Dizon

I finally wore my beloved cuff! Last summer, award winning designer Ginny Dizon sketched a couple of Blackamoor designs for me and I finally settled on this because I just love how the breastplate looks like a giant fan from afar. I've waited for months to see this beauty (their craftsman fell ill) and it was so worth the wait.

The cuff is set in silver with some of the details plated in yellow gold and black gold. My mom donated a loose South Sea pearl from Jewelmer for the turban and the rim is lined with white sapphires. The breastplate has seed pearls and white sapphires scattered all around the yellow gold plated silver leaves. The cuff itself is made out of the most beautiful shade of dark purple stingray skin. I love it so much. I've even christened him with the name 'Poo-bah'!

Thank you so so much, Ginny! Everyone has been complementing your work. It's truly an art piece that I will love and cherish for years to come :D