What I did last Friday: Bloggers United

When Melai emailed me asking if I would like to participate on their bloggers event. I immediately said yes! And boy! Was I glad that I did. The Bloggers United event is one of the ultra fun event I ever attended. It was great fun meeting and chatting with all my blogger friends and of course I got to meet some of my readers too! Another thing was I was able to sell my pre-loved clothes & shoes to fellow fashion lovers like myself. I brought about 60 pairs of shoes and 2 luggage full of clothes plus my old Japanese magazines. Unfortunately only a handfull bought the magazines. Hahaha.

I cannot wait for the next one. I'll be more organize for the 2nd one for sure. I wasn't able to buy anything at the bazaar save for an awesome rib necklace from OS! Super love it Paul! ;)

p.s. I know my photos aren't as pretty as some of the other bloggers. Hahaha. I have zero photography skills.

What I brought... My pre-loved shoes for sale.

Ally of Gold Dot

Bestie

My boothmate, Denise & her bff

Pretty girls: Cheyz and Lyca

A customer... She's such a cutee! (Sorry I didn't get her name)

Mommies represent!

Heel less shoes anyone?

Karl, my shoe BFF

Ally's awesome Kermit shoes!

Kookie

Patricia & Melai

Plump Pinays: Love your body

Rosanna & Dani

Reg

Lauren

Mike

I realize that I wasn't able to take pictures of the other bloggers. (Especially those located at the 32nd floor.) :(

What I wore to Bloggers United

Photo by: Paul Jatayna

The Bloggers United bazaar was a huge succes! I'll do a separate post regarding that. :) So I'll just do an outfit post first. Of course I'm in my usual black & grey colour palette. I decided to wear flats 'coz I'll know I'll be standing the whole day. Though my feet still died. Hahahaha. Piled on random necklaces and a leather rosette bracelet to add some detail to my outfit.

black floppy hat: H&M

black sheer top: SUB

grey maxi skirt: Freeway

vintage bag: Louis Vuitton

platform brogues: Virtual Mae

random accessories

Thanks to my shoe BFF Karl for taking my photo!!!

I'll be seeing you at the Bloggers United: An Interactive Shopping Affair

Join me and other notable style, fashion and beauty bloggers will open up their closets to sell their pre-loved clothes and other goods in BLOGGERS UNITED: An Interactive Shopping Affair on May 27, 2011 at the 3nd - 33rd floor of The Lounge in Malayan Plaza Hotel. This event will be the very first bloggers bazaar in the country where bloggers and their readers/followers can get the chance to meet, chat and interact with each other outside their computer screens.

Blogging has proven to be a very formidable part of the new media, empowering individuals and giving them voice in this emerging high tech word. BLOGGERS UNITED believes that such power can also be wielded for the good of others. With this in mind, part of the proceeds from this event will go to the K.I.D.S. FOUNDATION to assist the organization in “helping children from all walks of life enjoy their rights and experience growth and development through God-centered activities that promote fun and enjoyment.”

Entrance fee is P100 but if you bring donations of medicines/school supplies/books for the kids of K.I.D.S. Foundation, you can get in for only P50.

And the sponsors are...
Co-presentors:
Globe Tattoo, Paperdolls, Chictopia, Kotex, Myth Clothing, Nuat Thai Libis, Laybare Salon, Posh Nails, Payless ShoeSource, Chocolate Schubar, Tomato Clothing, Maybelline Philippines

Media Co-presentors:
ETC, Meg Magazine, Status Magazine, ClickTheCity.com

In cooperation with:
SM Department Store, Audio Line, Fabrichild, Keep Shoes, John Robert Powers, VitaminBoost, Xend Business Solutions, United Laboratories Inc.

Media Sponsors:
Spot.ph, StyleBible.ph, Candymag.com, Fashion Depot, Manila Streetstyle

Also brought to you by:
Suesh, Gold Dot, Ichigo, T.O.P.S / The Off-price Store

Special thanks to:
Cyleina Soaps, Shoeology, Izzo Shop, Sparkle Shop, Ylla Shoes, Belle York, Trunk Show, Asian Vogue, Chick Flick, Circles and Dots, Flattering Tops, Posh Pocket Shoes, Estrellas Manila, Extreme Finds Co.

This event won't be happening without the hardwork of these 3 amazing, amazing ladies! Thanks to Melai Entuna, Aisa Ipac and Ana Gonzales, the girls behind Bloggers United.

I'm so excited to meet fellow bloggers and of course you, my dear blog readers! Do drop by and say "Hi!"

So be sure to bookmark the 27th of May and prepare for a hot event you wouldn’t want to miss!

On a random note:
I'm going crazy as to what I'm going to be selling at the bazaar! Do you guys have suggestions to what you want to see and buy?

Mich Dulce donates Adam Ant signed hat to UNICEF Auction for Action

Filipino designer/ milliner/ corsetier Mich Dulce pledges support to UNICEF by donating one of her hats to Auction for Action, a fundraising online auction to benefit children’s programs in the Philippines and worldwide.

Signed on the back in gold by British music legend Adam Ant, the hat comes with a hand written note from both Dulce and Ant, a signed poster, a tour t-shirt from Ant’s current "The Good, The Mad and The Lovely Tour," a set of 4 badges, a wristband, and a plectrum he used at a recent gig at legendary London music venue The 100 Club.

UNICEF’s Auction for Action goes live on May 25 at www.ebay.ph/unicef. This unique online auction in partnership with Ayala Malls Greenbelt, Ebay.ph, Cibo and Cibo di M brings together works of reputable artists in art, design, furniture, fashion, jewellery and photography along with exciting experiential packages.

For more information, visit the auction website or call UNICEF Philippines at +632-758-1000

Oxfords Tuesdays: That 50's girl

My peg for today is the Rock 'n' Roll 50's. What says 50's more than a full skirt & saddle shoes?!? I love the cinched waist and overly comfy factor of the skirt. Decided to pair the skirt with a sleeveless button down top and of course my Payless saddle shoes! I've been lemming for a pair for ages and I was super happy when I saw them being sold in Payless. So of course I've gotta buy myself a pair even though the husband says they're ugly. Hahahaha.

Couldn't resist not to twirl...

white button down top: Sub

black polkadot skirt: Envy

saddle shoes: Payless

passport smashport

We went to the DFA awhile ago to get the little boy his very own passport. I love how they have a courtesy lane for babies/toddlers. I don't think a lot of people know about that. So when you do go to the DFA and have a toddler in tow be sure to ask for the courtesy lane. We were done in like just 20 mins. or so. No need to wait in long queues! I can't wait to get Eli's passport! It means I can go out of the country with the little boy. :) We're planning to bring him to Hong Kong Disneyland when he turns 1. Maybe we should go to Singapore too. Universal Studios!!! Would you believe that I haven't been back to Singapore for maybe around 15 years?!? 

 loose tank: Forever21

brown knitted maxi skirt: vintage from my mum

brown bag: Mulberry

tan flatforms: from China

P.S. Join my latest blog giveaway!!!

Get ready to be Chicified!!! Blog giveaway! (CLOSE)

I'm hosting another blog giveaway!!! Chicify was great to sponsor my blog for this giveaway. 3 lucky winners will get 1 of the items above. To give you an idea of Chicify, they are an online shopping mecca for all things chic and stylish. Well-curated and filled to the brim with great finds at pocket friendly prices. Most of which proudly Filipino designed and made, with everything else no less than fabulous. Please do check out their site. Check out their collection of brogues! I am in love. :)

Give-away is open from May 23 until May 30. Open to all readers worldwide! :)

All you have to do is:

1. Follow my blog (Through Google friend connect or BLOGLOVIN')
2. Visit CHICIFY.COM
3. Like Chicify at Facebook (www.facebook.com/chicify)
4. Follow me (@sweetcandylove) and Chicify (@chicify) on Twitter 
5. Comment and leave your name, country & email address.
6. Don't forget to state your top 2 choices (from the 3 items above)! 
7. Spread the word! Blog, tweet, or share on facebook about the giveaway.

Winners will be chosen randomly.

For more chance of winning, Chicify is simultaneously holding a Facebook Promotion “Get CHICIFIED for FREE!”
Check it out HERE.

special guest: sailor eli

The Mommy Diaries: A Lifestyle & Wellness Expo for Mothers

They will have:

• 150 booths featuring apparel, accessories, personal care products, houseware items, children’s items, baby products and food items
• Free Bone Density Screening, Free Sugar Level Screening, Free Cholesterol Level Screening c/o The Health Cube.
• Talks on the following topics:
  • Basic Life Support
  • Menopause
  • Breast Cancer
  • Weight Management
  • Osteoperosis
  • Cervical Cancer
• Entertainment for the kids:
  • Bouncing Castle
  • Unlimited glitter tattoo
  • Unlimited use of mini-me salon
  • Unlimited balloon creations 
• Raffle

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Saturday
10:30-11:00 AM - A Short Demo on Yoga (c/o Yoga+)
11:00-12:00 PM - Talk on Basic Life Support (c/o The Health Cube)
12:00-1:00 PM - Circuit Training Demo (c/o 360 Fitness Club)
1:00-2:00 PM - To Be A Healthy Mommy (c/o The Health Cube)
2:00-2:30 PM - Fashion Show (c/o Elle Kids)
2:30-3:00 PM - Baby Checklist (c/o Pigeon Baby Products)
3:00-4:00 PM - Talk on Breast Cancer (c/o The Health Cube)
4:00 - 5:00 PM - Attachment Parenting (c/o Philips Avent)

Sunday
10:30-11:00 AM - A Short Demo on Yoga (c/o Yoga+)
11:00-12:00 PM - Talk on Weight Management (c/o The Health Cube)
12:00-1:00 PM - Zumba Demo (c/o 360 Fitness Club)
1:00-2:00 PM - Talk on Osteoporosis (c/o The Health Cube)
2:00-3:00 PM - Cooking Demo (c/o Sunnex Kitchenware)
3:00-4:00 PM - Talk on Cervical Cancer (c/o The Health Cube)
4:00-4:30 PM - Fashion Show (c/o Safety First)
4:30-5:00 PM - Indoor and Outdoor Safety (c/o Safety First)

TICKETS ARE PRICED AT PHP50 EACH AND WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRANCE.

For more info check their facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=180171725353772

Pampering at Posh Nails

I was invited by Posh Nails for a night of pampering with a few other blogger friends a few weeks ago. I was happy to go because would you believe that I haven't had a mani/pedi since my wedding. That's around 2 yrs! Sorry for the not pretty photos coz silly me forgot her camera (again!!!). So I have to make do with my iphone camera. Hehehe.

I was late so when I got there the other girls are have started with their pampering.

Bubbles!!!

Wash, wash my feet

Ate Julie did my nails

Ate Julie painting my toes with her magic matte wand to make my polish matte!

Our pretty nails!

My matte pink nails!!!

Posh Nails packages are affordable! Just for P675 you'll get a foot & hand spa, massage and pedicure/manicure. Thank you Miss Cat Ilacad and Paxie for the invite! Thank you Posh Nails!

myshoephoria shoe shopping at Adora

Last week the top 10 winners of the MyShoephoria contest was invited to a shoe shopping at Adora's shoe mecca.

It was great fun meeting fellow shoe lovers! 

Choosing which pair I want to take home... so many pretty shoes to choose from.

The shoes I brought home with me. A pair of sexy loafer heels from Schutz! :)

camel blazer: Zara

white tank: Giordano

black jeans: Giordano Ladies

black pumps: Urban Original