What to Put in your Itinerary

Hey guys, so like I said, I want to share some serious travel planning tips. haha

First up, I just to give you an idea on how I plan:

The past two years

Hey. This is weird. Hi. Okay.

If you notice from my old posts, I haven't really blogged properly for almost two years now, and I've finally decided to write some things here again.

But first, a little catching up. Here are five things I've been busy about since my last posts here.

1. Thesis + Graduation

Main reason I stopped blogging 2 years ago was to focus on my last year in architecture school. Needless to say, it paid off. Next: Board exams next year.

Care For Some Tea?

Hello there! So as mentioned in my last post, I was busy Coordinating events. Last month, I had my last event for the year (last, to focus on school), a Debut with an Alice in Wonderland theme. As coordinators, Andrea and I want to put personalized details, otherwise, it'll look too stiff and corporate; so when the debutant wanted Teacup Candles for her 18 candles, then Teacup Candles she shall get. And since I don't know where to find a supplier in time, I made them myself! Here's a short DIY on how I did it.

What you need:

-Teacup and Saucer (They chose a plain one because I used colorful waxes (and its hard to find 18 uniform vintage ones), but an old vintage one with floral details is really cute, too!)

-Candle waxes (usually sold by blocks or flakes) or just Candles and get the wicks.

-Wicks (you may use the ones in the candle like what I did)

Not in the picture:

-Chopsticks

-A Double Boiler and Bowl OR a Pot and a Thick Can or an Ice Bucket.

-A Stove

-To color if you have white waxes, use an Oil-based coloring (not water!) or crayons!

Procedure:

So I'm not gonna do a step by step because I lack too much pistures (haha) but basically, what you is boil water in your pot and put the bowl/ice bucket over it. Wait for it to melt, while waiting, get you wick and chopsticks and place it like so (picture below). Chopsticks are so useful! haha.

Then get the ice bucket (make sure you use mittens! They're hot!) and pour the wax into your teacup. And wait for it to cool down. In case you are wondering what the measuring tape is for, its to get the dimensions of the cup and saucer to know how big the box I was gonna buy. :)

Here are the "Product Shots" once they're all done!

So there you go, Teacup Candles! And if you're following me on Instagram, then you might have seen the a Flipgram of the debut, if not, you can check it out here or here's a couple of pictures for you.

Our #ootd with our Black & White Mesh Dresses and opposite sandals. Comfy enough to run around without sacrificing fashion and the theme. We're Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum!

Some graphic materials Andrea designed for the debutant. Another personalized touch we love doing!

Want to book us for you events (next year)? Email me at charmainedeleon_616@yahoo.com.

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Snapoholic X Candy Overload

As promised, here is the complete set of photos of Snapoholic's Anniversary shoot that I styled. Enjoy!







Inspiration:




LIKE them at Snapoholic Cebu

Photo by: Barbeth Pabriga Lobitaña of Snapoholic Cebu
Set styling by: Little Gwen Little ( Lil Gwen's Corner )
Models: Nneka Adriane Daniot, Princess Diane Antolijaoo, Ohiyesa Lawas and Jerick Lim
HMUA: Maria Faizel Tan
Styling by: Charmaine Ong de Leon (moi)

Wardrobe: South Shores

 

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Classics

Classic (looking) pieces that are still very "in" today:> Peplum Top, Khaki and Leather bags.



Very minimal accessories, it looks like corporate sheek! :> My jeans are actually a bit short on me but when paired with heels it is not a problem! (I fold it when wearing flats/shoes though)



Adina Peplum Top, Bazaar Pants, M+Y Heels, Dooney & Bourke Sling Bag (get it here), South Shores Necklace, CMG Ring


Been busy with school like I predicted--especially majors with deadlines already and Acquaintance Party! Sooo excited and pressured:>

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Skater Skirts

If you're a fashion-person, you would know that skater skirts are all the rage now--almost all the online shops in instagram are selling them (including ours! visit here). If you notice, in my blog, I don't really wear all things 'hip' and 'in', i like having my own style and just wing it, you know? haha. But in this outfit--Skater skirts, Denim vest, Lennon Round Sunnies, Boots! Sometimes, it's fun to go with the trend (easier, too!)

my skirt is actually a very bright shade of coral, but because of the gloomy skies, it ain't that obvious in the photos -.-


This outfit is actually very similar to my last outfit post (here) except with a different statement bottoms. I was about going to wear a necklace but decided otherwise, these pair of sunnies looks better as my accessory!






DIY Denim Vest, Cotton On Tank Dress, Love Eleven Shop Skater Skirt, Parisian Boots, Bazaar Sunnies, America Back Pack.

What do you think?

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Styling Job X Jerra's An Inviting Tale (Pre-debut)

Here's a short post on my first experience working with Snapoholic for Jerra's Pre-debut shoot!

~BTS

Snapoholic Cebu's Complete Production

Photo by: Barbeth Lobitana
HMUA: Divine Orlina Tayrus
Stylist: Charmaine Ong de Leon
Wardrobe: South Shores , Gail Lianting and Andrea Chy
Assisted by: Nneka Adriane Daniot
Special thanks to Rj Rodulfo P. Ouano Jr.

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I ♥ Korea

You know that giddy feeling when almost all your wearing is new? It's so fun, right? haha. exactly the feeling I had with this outfit.Thanks for the "I ♥ Korea" shirt Jong! And finally, I bought myself some Circle Shades!



It's been gloomy and raining now, signs that summer is really over:( Classes start on the 10th and I'm back to jeans:/ Even tights and leggings aren't allowed in our school. Oh well. Gonna be busy with organization stuff and school work again, but I will try to update my blog once in a while:)



"I ♥ Korea" Shirt from Korea, Soiree (SM Dept. Store) Leather shorts, Parisian Boots (Thanks Lor!), Old Knee-high socks, Bazaar Circle Shades and Bib Necklace

Are you excited for school? I think I'm excited to buy new school materials!:>


 
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LIFE. DREAMS. FOOD. FAITH