December 2011
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How-to (girls): 12 x 12
The story we produced for Inquirer 2bU. We always say that with the right mix-and-match skills, you need not spend a lot to look stylish, even with a limited wardrobe. Today we show you exactly what we mean. We laid out twelve different outfits using the same basic pieces, the styles of which you can easily find in your favorite stores or in your own closet.
1 Shirt with cowl collar, Herbench 2...
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Inquirer 2bU: Maximize your wardrobe
Full page today on Philippine Daily Inquirer, thank you! :) It’s on page E2 in the 2bU section (logo illustrated by Val), another mix-and-match fashion story because a lot of readers ask for it on Dear Love Chic. Please grab a copy—Part 1 this week is for the girls’ looks, Part 2 next Friday for the guys’ looks. Thanks to Contributing Editor Stef Cabal for letting us produce...
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Off to Simbang Gabi
Heading off to church for the nightly Christmas mass!
On Shai: Shirtdress and cardigan, Herbench. Pleated skirt, Human. Shoes, Sebago Docksides. Hype this on Lookbook.
On Seph: “We have no CTRL” tee, Human. Jacket, F&X. Jeans, Bench. Shoes, Sebago Docksides. Hype this on Lookbook.
Photo by Richard Romero
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Ready For Rain
Adidas shirt, jacket from Bangkok and Bench jeans on Seph, Human shirt dress and Abercrombie & Fitch cardigan on Shai. And check out these cool digs and umbrellas! In school, we are taught that there are only have two kinds of weather in the Philippines: sunny and rainy. We’re also taught which months fall in the wet season, and which ones fall in the dry. In real life though, as...
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Healthy, fit and happy
Hi from @GoldsGymPH! The slogan of X-Life, a sports/adventure show that aired on QTV 11 (now GMA News TV) where Shai worked as producer until its cancellation, was “Lead a healthy, fit and happy lifestyle!” and it has stuck to us since. Every day, we aim to do our best and be our happiest not only at work or with relationships, but just as importantly, with our health.
Which is...
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Getting Sneaky with Keds
Matching gray Keds! We wore these last week to the super fun relaunch of sneaker great Keds in the country, held at Ronac Art Center. “Keds: The Original Sneaker Exhibit” featured a gallery of shoes, designer collaborations, print ads and photos of Hollywood icons who have worn Keds through the years. Some of the shoes were shipped all the way from the US and Japan archives!
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We were both young
“It’s a love story. Baby, just say yes.” We met each other nine years ago but for so many reasons, neither of us said yes to pursuing anything (not even friendship) until last year, when the timing was finally perfect. We still wish at times that our story had started earlier, but we’re glad it’s finally begun. On Shai: Dress from Bangkok. Tank...
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Candy Mag December 2011 - Six pieces, six outfits
“Stretch Your Wardrobe” by Shai. Been doing this sort of thing for magazines and TV shows for five years now haha. Mixing and matching will always be one of our favorite things, and we’re happy to keep getting requests for it on Dear Love Chic. We can never get tired of teaching you guys how to maximize your budget—and closet.
Featured: Human, Kashieca, CPS Chaps,...
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Things all peachy keen
Laid-back looks for the lovely weather we’re having—not too hot, not too cold. Despite what hassles the gloomy drizzles may bring, we prefer being kissed by the cool breeze than by the warm sun.
On Seph: Shirt, Chemistry. Jeans, Bench. Socks, Mossimo at SM Department Store. Shoes, Adidas. His bracelet and ring, Me&U. Hype this on Lookbook.
On Shai: Mini dress from...
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Leopards can't change their spots
Animal print on animal print, plus that peek-a-boo paw print.
On Shai: Top, Divisoria. Cover-up, SM Department Store. Shorts, Terranova. Socks, SM Accessories. Boots, Forever21. Necklace and bird ring from Bangkok. Studded bag, Susto. Hype this on Lookbook.
On Seph: Shirt and shoes, Adidas. Blazer and bag, Human. Jeans, Mossimo. Socks, Mossimo. Scarf, Terranova. Hype this on...