Saturday, July 2, 2011

Haul + jewelry + BIG NEWS!

Some bracelets from my upcoming jewelry line
I would like to apologize to all my readers for being a bad blogger. As most of you may know, I'm about to launch my own jewelry line, which means that most of the places I've been going to have been the marketplaces (for materials and such). Also, when I'm here, I really enjoy going to these marketplaces because not only are they cheaper, but they have such unique items that are only found in the Philippines. 

Since it's marketplaces I've been going to, I don't want to bring my camera and start taking pictures because I don't want them to think I'm a tourist (I did grow up here after all) and hike up the prices. So I hope everyone understands the lack of pictures.

But that doesn't mean that I don't have ANY pictures! Here's my haul so far (sans my materials which is going to take up an entire suitcase) and some more pieces from my upcoming jewelry line + the big news under the cut!

I've already bought a lot, but here's some of the best items I got!

My daily lit; Vogue Taiwan from my dad, MEGA Magazine (local fashion magazine here), and Ilustrado by Miguel Syjuco (I highly recommend this to Filipinos out there and to anyone who likes history and/or politics)
Found this unbelievably cute store in Greenhills (by the area where they sell the local food items) with these label-less bags. So adorable and chic! I don't even go to school anymore but I just had to have it! Cambridge satchel anyone?
In LOVE with this purse! And both were less than $20!
And here's some more of the jewelry that I've been working on


Speaking of jewelry, remember that opportunity I was being so cryptic about in this post? Well, I GOT IT!

I am going to be a Claire's Style Blogger for the month of August!!! Yes, I know July just started, but I am very excited and grateful for this amazing opportunity! Go and check it out for yourselves here, and watch out for me in August! 

That could be me on the front page!!!
That's it for now. After a bit of a slump in my life, things are picking up again. Hope everyone is doing well and that you're all having a wonderful weekend! :)
Posted by Sam at 7:11 PM
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59 comments:

  1. oomph.July 2, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    cute bags! and congrats on the claire's blogger opportunity! i didn't even know they had a website!! look forward to reading!

    rockoomph.blogspot.com

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  2. Toni RoseJuly 3, 2011 at 2:38 AM

    you make greenhills items look like something bought at resorts world :))

    congrats with the claire thingy. i actually thought the opp you were saying was a job interview or something :))

    anyway when are you guys going back?

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  3. CharlotteJuly 3, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    Love all this stuff. xx

    http://memoiresdecouture.blogspot.com/

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  4. .July 3, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Sorry because I can't see your blog those days....Like the photo! Kisses:)

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  5. AyaJuly 3, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    I loooove the bags you got! :D

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  6. Marloes | The Style SandwichJuly 3, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Congrats on that amazing opportunity! :D

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  7. BonnieJuly 3, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Launching your own jewelry line???? LOVE IT. I'm so excited for you. I can't wait to hear about everything.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  8. HautepotJuly 4, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Congrats on the feature :) are you in Manila already? Have a great time! There's an upcoming shoe bazaar this Saturday and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

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  9. the nyanzi reportJuly 4, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    beautiful items here especially the bags and the last two.

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  10. SadaJuly 4, 2011 at 4:02 AM

    How exciting! Sounds like an amazing opportunity. Look forward to you sharing more on your blog! And LOVE the photos.
    xo
    Sada
    http://dressologyhq.blogspot.com

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  11. noura.July 4, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    this is awesome

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  12. Absolutely Mrs. KJuly 4, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    congrats girls about the jewelry line, pink and black, cannot go wrong for me! i am so much in love with the bags indeed, what fabulous treasures you have found. the shape is gorgeous and i love love the colors and the perfect fabric

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  13. Despina T.July 4, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    what a lovely post!these bags and bracelets are so beautiful!

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  14. Kimia KlineJuly 4, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    congrats on the jewelry line! i'm trying to start one too while living in india.

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  15. TrishJuly 5, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    OMG can I just say I'm in class now, but I can't seem to stop reading your blog. HAHA

    Anyway, glad you're home sammy!

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  16. The Dainty Dolls HouseJuly 5, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    Fab bracelet, congrats with that!! Love the style!! Thanks for the comment, you can post the editorial, I don't mind at all :) Hope you are well & have a great week!! x

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  17. The Cat HagJuly 5, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Yay congrats sweetie, that sounds like a fabulous opportunity!!! ♥♥

    I never even knew that Claire's had a blogging feature, I thought only Teen Vogue had it.


    xoxo,
    Addie
    The Cat Hag

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  18. SunnyToastJuly 5, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    Wow..congrats and goodluck with your jewelry line:)

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  19. CecyliaJuly 5, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    love your bracelet!!! Cute red charm :D
    Come and follow my blog hun :)

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  20. Rachel - Notes from my closetJuly 5, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Love those bags! :) congrats and good luck! :)

    Love, Vanilla

    http://notesfrommycloset.blogspot.com/

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  21. Radiant Make UpJuly 5, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    gorgeous bags :)
    & congrats!! x

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  22. UnknownJuly 5, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Those bags are super and my favorites dear! Lovely items! Thanks for the comment over my blog!
    www.kikisbookofdreams.blogspot.com
    xoxo Kiki

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  23. Lovely GreyJuly 5, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    good luck to your upcoming jwelry line :)
    i am following you now i hope you follow me too :)
    that would be much appreciated!
    thank you :)

    http://lovelybulatao.blogspot.com/

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  24. modanista junkieJuly 5, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Yay, congrats on the new jewelry line and good luck!!! Cannot wait to see it. :)


    xoxo,
    mel

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  25. Selvaggia CapizziJuly 5, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Congrats!!! I like your jewelry a lot!! That's a great opportunity!
    xx
    http://dontcallmefashionblogger.blogspot.com

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  26. CuqueteJuly 5, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    So lovely! Congratulations sweety!
    XOXO

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  27. UnknownJuly 5, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    The bags are so so so nice <3

    NEW OUTFIT POST ON MY BLOG! CHECK IT OUT <3

    http://wheresthegoodgonegirl.blogspot.com/2011/07/everyday-im-shufflin.html
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  28. Virginia IbarraJuly 5, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    congrats for the line! cant wait to see more!

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  29. Jamie-Lee BurnsJuly 5, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    That bracelet is gorgeous, and OMG you must be SUPER excited eeeee :)

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  30. ChiccaJuly 6, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Great stuff!!!Love them all!
    http://chiccastyle.blogspot.com/

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  31. Ber.July 6, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Oh! love your new bags, they are every girl's dream! And congratulations :)

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  32. AnonymousJuly 6, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    Wonderful bags!!!
    xoxo

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  33. IsoldeJuly 6, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    I love the bags! :)

    http://velvetisolde.blogspot.com/

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  34. Fashion CappuccinoJuly 6, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    It's so exciting that you are starting a new jewelry line! The bags are so beautiful and chic! xoxoxoo

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  35. ZarnaJuly 6, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    the bracelet is gorgeous! congrats on your own jewelry line!

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  36. KatherineJuly 6, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Your jewelry (and that bracelet) is gorgeous! You are so talented, looking forward to seeing more of your line!

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  37. UnknownJuly 6, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Love the second bag, so cute!

    xoxo
    Antonia

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  38. LisaJuly 6, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    that bracelet is gorgeous!! congrats can't wait to see you in august!!!

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  39. NnennaJuly 6, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    That's really really exciting Sam, congratulations! :D

    star-crossed smile

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  40. ShanahJuly 7, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Ooh, that bracelet is so pretty :)

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  41. KimberlyJuly 7, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    congrats and love the pieces so amazing! glad you're having a great time!

    http://kc-citystyle.blogspot.com/

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  42. nooneJuly 7, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    both of those bags you picked out are CUTE! and less than $20 what a steal, they def look expensive hehe

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  43. VanessaJuly 7, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    looks great.. thank you for comment. lovely greetings...

    <3
    thetivafever.blogspot.com

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  44. AnonymousJuly 7, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Congrats on the feature and the jewelry line! You are very talented and I wish you the best of luck!

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  45. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Blog Award:
    http://kikisbookofdreams.blogspot.com/2011/07/2nd-blog-award.html#comments
    xoxo Kiki

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  46. Haute WorldJuly 8, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    What a great haul! Love the bracelets and the purses. I can't believe the price of these - you'd never guess! Totally understand about taking pictures in markets by the way, especially in Asia.

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  47. 20thCgirlJuly 9, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    Congrats on your new jewelery line, those bracelets are really cute and original!

    Thanks for your comment :)

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  48. yiqin;July 9, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    i like the bag!

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  49. cryskayJuly 9, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    congrats on being claire's style blogger! what an honor!

    love the purses you picked up! xx

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  50. MeaganJuly 9, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Congratulations on being Claire's style blogger! And I love that bracelet with the skull. Adorable!
    -Meagan
    http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com

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  51. Stacey KayJuly 9, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    How exciting! Congratulations!

    xoxo
    Stacey Kay
    “Runway Inspiration, Vintage Decoration”
    Enter ‘Who Wore It Best’ to get a free piece of clothing from Goodwill Huntingg!
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  52. JoyJuly 10, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    The bag is absolutely stunning! it's just the most perfect shape and colour - I'm already imagining how awesome it would look with Audrey Hepburn style slacks and a little black top! :)

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  53. HazeJuly 10, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Can't wait to see the rest of your jewelry line. This is why I gave you the Kreative blog award, because you are so creative of course. Check it out :) Ps. Yes Longanisa is the Filipino thing to eat.

    xxo
    http://www.iamheizl.blogspot.com/

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  54. IsabelJuly 11, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    congrats on being chosen as a claire's style blogger :)!

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  55. audrey marieJuly 11, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    oh how exciting!! and congrats on the upcoming launch!

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  56. The Odd and ChicJuly 12, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    COngrats! And I love the goodies! :-)

    http://www.oddandchic.com

    xxx

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  57. AnonymousJuly 13, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Nice pictures, wooow.
    i'm back with the blog
    just come and have a look.

    www.lestylejamais.blogspot.com

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  58. thepinkmateprojectJuly 14, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    nice accessory you got there! Checked out your posts, i think your blog is so cool! following you already! you might want to follow each other?
    Enjoy your stay here in Manila!

    Vanessa

    http://thepinkmateproject.blogspot.com/

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  59. Oh my Dior!July 21, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    the purse is divine I love it!!

    http://www.ohmydior.org/

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