Aivan Magno

Chicken Feet

2012-02-05T05:58:00.000+08:00

Igorot Jacket, Baguio City

Igorot Vest, Baguio City

Shorts, FNH

Socks, SM Department Store

Red Boots, Dr Martens

Tagaytay Highlands

January 2012

White Wall

2012-01-26T02:29:00.000+08:00

Military Jacket, DIY, Thrifted

White Shirt, SM Department Store

Jeans, Zara

Studded Shoes, Hong Kong, Thrifted

Bow Tie, DIY, SM Department Store

What I wore after our Family Portrait Photoshoot a few days ago.

21 January 2012

Made In America

2012-01-23T00:37:00.002+08:00

Three-Quarter Sleeves, Thrift Store

Fedora, SM Department Store

Shorts, Bench

Red Boots, Dr Martens

I rarely smile with my teeth! I look so happy in this photo, I love it!

Anvaya Cove at 5PM

Tanning at 4PM = FAIL

I can't wait for Summer and get a tan!

19 January 2012

Airport Hopping

2012-01-21T02:35:00.001+08:00

IIAC-HKIA-NAIA

From Incheon International Airport going back to Manila, we had a layover at Taipei and Hong Kong. 4 Airports in one day! #Crazy

Goodbye Korea!

9 Check-in Luggage + 4 Hand-Carry Bags

The best way to kill time = Outfit Photoshoot

Yoghurt + Croissant = Heaven

5 January 2012

Lotte World

2012-01-17T17:53:00.002+08:00

Lotte World

I believe it's the largest indoor theme park in the world and open all year around!

Magic Island

The outdoor amusement park extension of Lotte World with all the crazy rides!

Weather: -4'C

Atlantis Adventure: The best roller coaster ride ever!

Lotte World

4 January 2012

Let it snow Let it snow Let it snow

2012-01-16T04:17:00.001+08:00

Everland

Pororo!

I love that it snowed that day, they opened this ride called Snow Buster.

Everland

3 January 2012

Winterfell

2012-01-15T01:31:00.001+08:00

Nami Island
The romantic setting of Winter Sonata, a Korean Drama show. It reminded me of Winterfell from my new favorite series: The Game of Thones.

Getting there is a bit tricky. There are two options:
1. ShuttleBus from Jamsil Station (Reservation) + Ferry Ride
2. Bus: DongSeoul - Chuncheon + Taxi (10mins) + Ferry Ride

Bulgogi!

Trivia: That's a lake behind me that got frozen! #Intense

The sweetest couple I know, Mama Bear and Papa Bear!

Snow Angel!

Levitation

Sky Biking

Peek-a-boo

The Blogger Pose

Nami Island

2 January 2012

Primitive Revival x Korea

2012-01-14T00:44:00.001+08:00

31 December 2011

Palasyo

2012-01-12T19:57:00.000+08:00

Changdeokgung-Gyeongbokgung-NSeoul Tower

Mickey Mouse!

Changing of Guards Ceremony in Gyeongbokgung Palace

1 January 2012

And so the layering begins!

2012-01-11T01:20:00.001+08:00

Thermal + Thermal + Long Sleeves + Leather Jacket + Bubble Coat

Koreans are very health conscious. They put how much calories per meal!

Namdaemun Market + Myeong-Dong + Dongdaemun

Genius!

Look what the Koreans can do with trash!

RAWR

30 December 2011

Airport Hopping

2012-01-10T01:06:00.000+08:00

Flannel, Topman

Blazer, SM Department Store

Acid Wash Jeans, Topman

Boots, Dr Martens

NAIA-HKIA-IIAC

Everyone in the family loved the apple juice but Baguio's adobo roll is so much better.

Watched The Simpsons and Modern Family

Momma's Boy

HKIA

Momma's Boy 2

HKIA-Incheon International Airport

Round Two!

29 December 2011

2011: Trial and Error

2012-01-08T02:05:00.004+08:00

I would love to write something profound and deep about everything that has happened to me this past year and thank the people who helped me through but, truth be told, words fail me.

WRITING=NOTMYTHANG

I have had good years and bad years before but never a year like 2011.

It has been a year full of trial and error, from relationships to my dying (pun intended) hair.

Here's a roundup to see where I've been and how far I've come:

January

16 January 2011: The day I bleached my virgin hair

February

13 February 2011 - 15 February 2011: Boracay + Red Hair

March

March: School. School. School. Nothing interesting happened during this month really. LOL

April

Monochromatic and Color Blocking

May

Green Hair + nauna ko kay Lady Gaga #justsaying

June

2 June 2011 - 6 June 2011: Singapore

I learned a lot about traveling and gave me a bunch of ideas about beautiful architecture.

July

16 July 2011 - 18 July 2011: Hong Kong + Intense Red Hair + First Comme des Garcon!

Primitive Revival

August

August: Spants + My Birthday Month (Sadly, there's nothing special about this month, bawi ako this year!)

September

September: Bamboozled

October

15 October 2011 - 17 October 2011: Hong Kong + Macao + ZAIA + House of Dancing Water

November

18 November 2011: Graduation Day = Officially Unemployed

December

3 December 2011: Bloggers United 2

December: Dusit Thani Christmas Tree: Llamas Family

Maligayang Pasko!

Will end this post with a prayer to thank God with all the blessing and opportunites 2011 gave me:

Dear God,

Thank you for all the blessings and opportunities you have given me despite my shortcomings. Only you and my family knows how annoying, moody and masungit I get sometimes and I'm very thankful because they keep up and love me unconditionally. Thank you so much for giving me the most hardworking and loving parents.

May we have more love and laughter to share this year.

7 January 2011

안녕하세요

2012-01-07T13:54:00.000+08:00

Maligayang Pasko at Masaganang Bagong Taon!

I just got back from Korea and I can't wait to tell you all about our trip!

Hong Kong International Airport

29 December 2011

Baguio City

2011-12-26T20:03:00.000+08:00

Infinity Scarf, H&M

Black and White Shirt, Thrifted

Gray Jeans, Topman

Studded Shoes, Hong Kong

6AM

The plant version of my Christian Louboutin knockoffs!

Adobo Roll ♥

INIHAW NA MAIS! ♥
(grilled, buttered and salted corn)

Beanie with Earmuffs, Baguio City
Igorot Cardigan, Baguio City
Gray Jeans, Topman
Jade Boots, Dr Martens

Baguio 2011

30 To-Do Lists for 2012

2011-12-21T23:40:00.001+08:00

Photo by Paul Jatayna

As Maria Robinson once said, “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” Nothing could be closer to the truth. But before you can begin this process of transformation you have to stop doing the things that have been holding you back.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Stop spending time with the wrong people. – Life is too short to spend time with people who suck the happiness out of you. If someone wants you in their life, they’ll make room for you. You shouldn’t have to fight for a spot. Never, ever insist yourself to someone who continuously overlooks your worth. And remember, it’s not the people that stand by your side when you’re at your best, but the ones who stand beside you when you’re at your worst that are your true friends.
Stop running from your problems. – Face them head on. No, it won’t be easy. There is no person in the world capable of flawlessly handling every punch thrown at them. We aren’t supposed to be able to instantly solve problems. That’s not how we’re made. In fact, we’re made to get upset, sad, hurt, stumble and fall. Because that’s the whole purpose of living – to face problems, learn, adapt, and solve them over the course of time. This is what ultimately molds us into the person we become.
Stop lying to yourself. – You can lie to anyone else in the world, but you can’t lie to yourself. Our lives improve only when we take chances, and the first and most difficult chance we can take is to be honest with ourselves. Read The Road Less Traveled.
Stop putting your own needs on the back burner. – The most painful thing is losing yourself in the process of loving someone too much, and forgetting that you are special too. Yes, help others; but help yourself too. If there was ever a moment to follow your passion and do something that matters to you, that moment is now.
Stop trying to be someone you’re not. – One of the greatest challenges in life is being yourself in a world that’s trying to make you like everyone else. Someone will always be prettier, someone will always be smarter, someone will always be younger, but they will never be you. Don’t change so people will like you. Be yourself and the right people will love the real you.
Stop trying to hold onto the past. – You can’t start the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading your last one.
Stop being scared to make a mistake. – Doing something and getting it wrong is at least ten times more productive than doing nothing. Every success has a trail of failures behind it, and every failure is leading towards success. You end up regretting the things you did NOT do far more than the things you did.
Stop berating yourself for old mistakes. – We may love the wrong person and cry about the wrong things, but no matter how things go wrong, one thing is for sure, mistakes help us find the person and things that are right for us. We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future. Every single thing that has ever happened in your life is preparing you for a moment that is yet to come.
Stop trying to buy happiness. – Many of the things we desire are expensive. But the truth is, the things that really satisfy us are totally free – love, laughter and working on our passions.
Stop exclusively looking to others for happiness. – If you’re not happy with who you are on the inside, you won’t be happy in a long-term relationship with anyone else either. You have to create stability in your own life first before you can share it with someone else. Read Stumbling on Happiness.
Stop being idle. – Don’t think too much or you’ll create a problem that wasn’t even there in the first place. Evaluate situations and take decisive action. You cannot change what you refuse to confront. Making progress involves risk. Period! You can’t make it to second base with your foot on first.
Stop thinking you’re not ready. – Nobody ever feels 100% ready when an opportunity arises. Because most great opportunities in life force us to grow beyond our comfort zones, which means we won’t feel totally comfortable at first.
Stop getting involved in relationships for the wrong reasons. – Relationships must be chosen wisely. It’s better to be alone than to be in bad company. There’s no need to rush. If something is meant to be, it will happen – in the right time, with the right person, and for the best reason. Fall in love when you’re ready, not when you’re lonely.
Stop rejecting new relationships just because old ones didn’t work. – In life you’ll realize that there is a purpose for everyone you meet. Some will test you, some will use you and some will teach you. But most importantly, some will bring out the best in you.
Stop trying to compete against everyone else. – Don’t worry about what others doing better than you. Concentrate on beating your own records every day. Success is a battle between YOU and YOURSELF only.
Stop being jealous of others. – Jealousy is the art of counting someone else’s blessings instead of your own. Ask yourself this: “What’s something I have that everyone wants?”
Stop complaining and feeling sorry for yourself. – Life’s curveballs are thrown for a reason – to shift your path in a direction that is meant for you. You may not see or understand everything the moment it happens, and it may be tough. But reflect back on those negative curveballs thrown at you in the past. You’ll often see that eventually they led you to a better place, person, state of mind, or situation. So smile! Let everyone know that today you are a lot stronger than you were yesterday, and you will be.
Stop holding grudges. – Don’t live your life with hate in your heart. You will end up hurting yourself more than the people you hate. Forgiveness is not saying, “What you did to me is okay.” It is saying, “I’m not going to let what you did to me ruin my happiness forever.” Forgiveness is the answer… let go, find peace, liberate yourself! And remember, forgiveness is not just for other people, it’s for you too. If you must, forgive yourself, move on and try to do better next time.
Stop letting others bring you down to their level. – Refuse to lower your standards to accommodate those who refuse to raise theirs.
Stop wasting time explaining yourself to others. – Your friends don’t need it and your enemies won’t believe it anyway. Just do what you know in your heart is right.
Stop doing the same things over and over without taking a break. – The time to take a deep breath is when you don’t have time for it. If you keep doing what you’re doing, you’ll keep getting what you’re getting. Sometimes you need to distance yourself to see things clearly.
Stop overlooking the beauty of small moments. – Enjoy the little things, because one day you may look back and discover they were the big things. The best portion of your life will be the small, nameless moments you spend smiling with someone who matters to you.
Stop trying to make things perfect. – The real world doesn’t reward perfectionists, it rewards people who get things done. Read Getting Things Done.
Stop following the path of least resistance. – Life is not easy, especially when you plan on achieving something worthwhile. Don’t take the easy way out. Do something extraordinary.
Stop acting like everything is fine if it isn’t. – It’s okay to fall apart for a little while. You don’t always have to pretend to be strong, and there is no need to constantly prove that everything is going well. You shouldn’t be concerned with what other people are thinking either – cry if you need to – it’s healthy to shed your tears. The sooner you do, the sooner you will be able to smile again.
Stop blaming others for your troubles. – The extent to which you can achieve your dreams depends on the extent to which you take responsibility for your life. When you blame others for what you’re going through, you deny responsibility – you give others power over that part of your life.
Stop trying to be everything to everyone. – Doing so is impossible, and trying will only burn you out. But making one person smile CAN change the world. Maybe not the whole world, but their world. So narrow your focus.
Stop worrying so much. – Worry will not strip tomorrow of its burdens, it will strip today of its joy. One way to check if something is worth mulling over is to ask yourself this question: “Will this matter in one year’s time? Three years? Five years?” If not, then it’s not worth worrying about.
Stop focusing on what you don’t want to happen. – Focus on what you do want to happen. Positive thinking is at the forefront of every great success story. If you awake every morning with the thought that something wonderful will happen in your life today, and you pay close attention, you’ll often find that you’re right.
Stop being ungrateful. – No matter how good or bad you have it, wake up each day thankful for your life. Someone somewhere else is desperately fighting for theirs. Instead of thinking about what you’re missing, try thinking about what you have that everyone else is missing.

source: http://www.marcandangel.com/2011/12/11/30-things-to-stop-doing-to-yourself/

Ursula

2011-12-20T02:43:00.001+08:00

Infinity Scarf, H&M

DIY Shoulder-less and Shredded tee, FNH

Orange Red Shorts, Kids of Bayo

Boots, Dr Martens

I swear, this is candid!

Yes, I stole the 3D glasses in HK Disneyland. LOL

Subic Bay Yacht Club

December 2011

Ballerina

2011-12-15T03:28:00.002+08:00

Blue Fedora, SM Department Store

Wayfarers, H&M

USA Flag Shirt, Thrift Store

Orange-Red Shorts, Kids of Bayo

Black Boots, Dr Martens

The family went to SBYC to celebrate my folks' 26th anniversary and consume our balance with the membership.

Momma's Boy!

Green Mango Shake = LOVE

Grilled Lamb Chops!

Happy 26th Anniversary Mama Bear and Papa Bear!

SBYC 2011

The Doctor Is In

2011-12-10T02:32:00.002+08:00

I attended Dr Martens' #FirstAndForever Opening at the Fort Strip with my brother and sister hoping we would win a pair of Docs. #Fail

Decided to take black and white photos for a change. #Dramatic #StreetStyle #WhatDoYouThink?

Killer Scarf, H&M

Gingham Shirt, SM Department Store

Green Igorot Vest, Baguio City

DIY Bleached Jeans, Bench

Jade Boots, Dr Martens

The store is surprisingly small. It reminded me of a mobile home (trailer).

UK High Street Fashion in Manila!

Radioactive Sago Project

MISSPOPQUIZ

At dahil wala kaming photos last Saturday (Bloggers United Bazaar) sobrang sinulit na namin kanina!

We should have a photoshoot soon, after I replenish my Primitive Revival stuff, are you up for it?

I can't wait to buy a new pair of Docs for our Korea trip.

What should I get?

Red

Yellow

Blue

Sliver

Dr Martens 2011

PBB: Bloggers Edition

2011-12-08T01:58:00.001+08:00

Check out the most anticipated teleserye of the year:

Ikaw, Ako, Tayong Lahat. The Blogger's United Teleserye.

A story of love, lies, deceit and...pang-aapi!

Starring...

Catch Gaviola: Ang macho gwapitong boy toy na may lihim na pagnanasa kay Ana G.

Ana Gonzales: Ang shy-type fashionista commuter na deep inside, type na type din si Catch G.

Sarah Tirona: Starry-eyed rocker chick na type na type si Boy Toy, Catch.

Ava Te & Athan Te: Ang cute na mag-ina na dinapurak ang pagkatao. Kung sino ang nang-api...hindi natin alam.

and introducing...

Aivan Magno: Ang misunderstood, rebellious blogger na walang paki sa mundo.

LMAO

Photos by Kookie Buhain

Kilig to the bones!

2011-12-06T21:24:00.004+08:00

Unlike my boothmate Raleene, wala akong yaya to help me sell my clothes, receive money and give change sa customers. #OneManShow

Kaya I was not able to take pictures and talk to other bloggers that much :(

Thank you for sending photos of me last Saturday. Keep on tagging and sending them photos here:

email: aivanmagno@yahoo.com

Tuxedo Shirt, Kids of Bayo
DIY Studded Leather Jacket
Acid Washed Jeans, Topman
Christian Louboutin Knockoffs

Photo by Anton Miranda

My first customer, Aly!
Thank you very much :)

Juliette Boa

Photos by Bloggers United

Raleene + NFF Reese Lansangan

Thank you for buying my Red Igorot Vest :)

Photo by Cez Quijada

Cez Quijada + Raleene

See you sa mga events :)

Photo by Cez Quijada

Wala tayo picture together :(

Photo by Charlene Ajose

I love this!

Thank you Ian Cartalaba!

Sese Ramirez

Thank you for buying my Blue Igorot Vest

Kamusta ang 30 Days Challenge?

#Primitive Revival

Photos by Ian Cartalaba

Nice meeting you Kath! See you soon :) #Kilig

Photos by Kath Balderia

Photos by Mikko Mahinay

Paul Jatayna

It's so funny that wala kaming photo together ni Nicole!

Photo by Nicole Santos

Pwede ko na i-lookbook and chictopia 'to!

Photo by Ron Ramiro

Muhkang may masamang balak lang ako! Haha

Photo by Sofia Casablancas

I just realized, sobra yung yakap namin ni Vern! We should do our most anticipated collaboration shoot soon :)

Photo by Vern Enciso

Photo by Zedrik Tandoc!

Nice meeting you all! Let's all hang out or have milk tea soon :)

Bloggers United 2

3 December 2011

Mabuhay ang mga fashion bloggers!

2011-12-06T02:27:00.000+08:00

I got invited by Bloggers United to sell my pre-loved clothes last Saturday, 3 December 2011 at Treston International College.

Maraming Salamat Power Puff Girls, Melai of styleandsoul , Ana of thefashionistacommuter and Aisa of drowningequilibriums!

It's not about the money, money, money
We don't need your money, money, money
We just wanna make the world dance
Forget about the price tag

My "Bloggers United ID" by Ana (Happy 6th Birthday Anagon Collection)

#LegitBlogger

HAHAHAHA

I shared my booth with PSID Classmate, Raleene Cabrera.

I told Ral that I'll be wearing a Mickey Mouse Shirt and asked her to wear something colorful because our booth is pop art inspired BUT I changed my mind before going so yeah.. Sorry! LOL

Photo by Mikko Mahinay

I won a Nikon Tumbler for wearing a leather jacket.

Photo by Cez Quijada

Thank you Nikon!

I won another award but this time because of my inaagnas hair!

Photo by Cez Quijada

Thank you Lorys!

MWAHAHAHAHA

Thank you very much to our sponsors that made this event possible:

I guess I'll be giving these to my sister or mom. LOL

Ang daming gifts and freebies!

Maraming Salamat sa lahat ng bumili ng Igorot clothes ko. I can't wait to see you guys rock the Primitive Revival look.

Bloggers United 2 Bazaar 2011

Greater Good x Don Jaime Zobel

2011-11-29T01:22:00.003+08:00

It would be awesome to see you all on Friday for this event!

Pre-loved Clothes

2011-11-27T03:50:00.002+08:00

pre-loved [ˈpriːˌlʌvd]adj

Pre-loved item is a word invented by Bloggers United referring to a secondhand item which had previously been owned or used.

Here are some of my pre-loved clothes that I will be selling on 3 December 2011 at Treston College for Bloggers United 2:

DIY Shredded Wolverine Tee (DIY Shredded Shirts)

Homer Tee (Graphic Shirts)

I like to think this is Paradigm Shift x Aivan Magno

Color Blocking x Print Blocking

Pwede siguro dito ang Buy One Take Two!

I'm still thinking if I'll sell my DIY necklaces..

So, how much are you willing to pay for my pre-loved clothes?

Thank you so much to everyone who joined my first blog giveaway:

1 Trisha Duncan
2 Raiza Poquiz
2 Jeje Enomoto
1 Ian Cartalaba
1 Sese Ramirez
2 @mistermozart/@katepena
1 Pamela tan
1 Elaine Ching
1 Gian Pimentel
1 Aly Quiñones
2 Justin Posas
2 Jansen Lambert

1 Patricia Talosig
1 Alyssa Temena
1 Yen Aguirre

You can get the tickets at the registration booth under my name on 3 December 2011.

I can't wait to see you all!

Dadalin ko this chair, picture picture tayo :)

Tapos tell your mom to buy it. Hahaha

My first blog giveaway!

2011-11-22T21:17:00.005+08:00

Bloggers United is in partnership with:

Multiply Philippines (http://multiply.com/)

GMA Kapuso Foundation (http://www.kapusofoundation.com/)

Treston International College (http://www.treston.edu.ph/)

Event is co-presented by:

Nikon (http://www.nikon.com/)

Primadonna (http://primadonna.com.ph)

For Me (http://www.forme.com.ph/)

Regatta (http://www.regatta.com.ph/)

Accessorize (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Accessorize-Philippines/83267796457)

Audioline (http://www.audiolineph.com/)

Columbia Digital (http://www.columbiadigital.net/)

ETC (http://www.etc.com.ph/)

Meg Magazine (http://www.meggurl.com/)

When in Manila (http://www.wheninmanila.com/)

Gadgets Magazine (http://www.gadgetsmagazine.com.ph/)

In cooperation with:

Bankard (http://www.bankard.com/)

Lorys (http://www.facebook.com/loryshaircream)

Kotex (http://www.kotex.com.ph/)

Tomato (http://www.tomato.ph/)

Nail It! (http://www.nail-it-salon.com/)

Manels (http://www.manels.com/)

Ferretti (http://ferrettishoes.com/)

Giordano (http://www.giordano.com.ph/)

Lapdance (www.lapdancebags.com)

Red Mango (http://redmango.com.ph/)

Unionbank (http://www.unionbankph.com/)

Xend Business Solutions (http://www.xend.com.ph/)

Special thanks to:

Posh Nails (http://poshnails.com.ph/)

Rio Mints (http://www.facebook.com/riomints)

Nivea (https://www.facebook.com/NIVEAPhilippines)

SM Dept Store (http://www.smdeptstore.com/)

Online Shop Donors:

Belle York (http://www.facebook.com/SoleSisterLifestyle)

Shop Dainty (www.shopdainty.com)

Asian Vogue (http://asianvogue.multiply.com/)

F-STOP (Fashion Stop) (http://fashionstopshop.multiply.com/)

Anagon Collection (http://anagoncollection.multiply.com/)

Archive Clothing (http://archiveclothing.multiply.com/)

Extreme Finds (http://www.facebook.com/mustloveExtremeFinds)

Sparkle Shop (http://www.mysparkleshop.com/)

Flattering Tops (http://www.facebook.com/flatteringtops)

Posh Pocket Shoes (http://www.poshpocketshoesonline.com/)

Scrunch (http://www.facebook.com/SSSCRUNCH)

Sole Sister (http://www.facebook.com/SoleSisterLifestyle)

Maris (http://marisonline.multiply.com/)

Bubbles (http://tatibubbles.multiply.com/)

Sweetetite (http://www.facebook.com/pages/SweeTetite/255652547788474)

Location Details:

Treston International College

University Parkway District, 32nd Street corner C-5 Road

Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila Phillipines

I will be selling my "pre-loved" clothes on 3 December 2011 at Treston International College for Bloggers United 2!

There's an entrance fee of 100PHP but I'm giving away 20 tickets for free :)

Mechanics:

•You have to follow me on Twitter

• You have to follow Multiply Philippines on Twitter and like their page on Facebook

• Follow Bloggers United on Twitter and like them on Facebook

Visit Dusit Thani's Facebook Page and like the Llamas Family Christmas Tree (I designed their Christmas Tree and ang hirap kalaban ni Manny Villar, so help us win!)

You can tweet/DM/PM/BBM me once you've done everything so I'll know :)

Twitter: http://twitter.com/aivanmagno

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/aivan.magno

BBM: 222C1B76

I will post the winners and clothes that I'll be selling ASAP!

I can't wait to see everyone!

Unemployed

2011-11-19T03:09:00.001+08:00

I'm officially unemployed.

PSID Advanced Class 2011 Graduation

DIY Studded Bow Tie

Thank you so much mama and papa bear ♥

The family went to Dusit Thani to checkout the Christmas Tree I designed.

Your votes will help the family's chosen charity, Philippine Progress Foundation.

VOTE!

November 2011

Fashionably late!

2011-11-17T18:05:00.004+08:00

The lighting ceremony started at 6PM.
I arrived at Dusit Thani's Lobby at 7PM while Pam came at 8PM!

The Llamas Family x Aivan Magno x Pamela Tan

Mommy Llamas looking super fresh!

I remember her telling me, "Thank you so much for helping us with the tree, you did a good job. May God bless you and your family. Have a great Christmas. God Bless us all!"

Here are some of the photos I took after the lighting ceremony:

Jacinto Family x Rustan's Flower Shop

I love the Angel Ornaments with Musical Instruments!

Aldanese Family x Doltz Pilar

This tree caught my attention.

They used recycled materials, such as plastic lids, coasters and small plates to represent different flavors of Villa dell Conte chocolates.

Yao Family

My mom would love this!

I know everyone will be wearing coat and tie. That's why I wore my studded leather jacket and very old Dr Martens to stand out! Hahaha

Our Christmas Tree is filled with different custom-made gold musical instruments to represent the Llamas' business in the music and live entertainment industry.

Gimme some love and vote for our tree:

VOTE!

Dinner!

NFF, Elaine Ching

My super sungit parter, Pamela Tan!

"Kung may loveteam, meron din tagteam ♥"

My very first project!

Can you find my name on the writeup?

"You are only as good as your last project"

November 2011

The Christmas Tree Project

2011-11-14T01:52:00.003+08:00

Dusit Thani invited 13 families and companies to join their Christmas Tree Contest. Fortunately, I was given the chance to design the Llamas' Christmas Tree with the help of my good friend, Pamela Tan.

I took the opportunity to check out the hotel.

Lobby

Half way through

When people ask me about my style in Interior Design, I always tell them that I'm not an accessories person. I believe that strong furniture pieces, forms and architectural details can speak for a powerful design. And I'm just really not that good with styling!

While Pamela is known for having good taste with mixing and matching color, texture and accessories.

Match na match ang partnership namin!

Our hands-on clothes!

HAHAHA

I can't wait for the lighting ceremony on 15 November 2011!

I'll post more pictures after we finish styling the Christmas Tree :)

November 2011

Bamboozled

2011-11-11T00:10:00.005+08:00

My thesis-exhibit, Jak 'en Poy has kept me sick and busy since July.

Bamboozled is the name of my group (with Tebs Gomez and Lourdes Reyes) because the main material we used is bamboo.

The group's inspiration is the feeling that you get when you're standing in the middle of a bamboo grove. That's why we divided the bathroom into five cylindrical spaces (shower, bathtub, lavatory, toilet and a vanity) without losing its ergonomics or space planning.

In between the shower area and bathtub are recessed shelves for towels.

We hid the toilet at the upper right corner for privacy but giving an easy access to the lavatory.

Another inspiration is the Bahay Kubo that's why we kept all the bamboo raw and natural showing different applications and technique in each circles.

We used the Black Oriental Bamboo (a rare kind that we got from Tebs' farm in Laguna) for the vanity giving it a sexier look.

Water Closet with our version of a wood parquet but in bamboo to emphasize the circleness of the room.

We used cement for the flooring to give contrast and compliment the bamboo's texture and color.

Pwedeng pwede na mag-party sa tub!

This photo screams "come and join me!!!" Hahaha!

Instead of using frosted glass, we sandwiched two acrylic sheets with cross section bamboos, strategically putting the small ones at the bottom and the bigger ones on top.

Our design is conceptual, very subtle and quiet.

We focused on the material instead of having a theme.
Showcasing what you can do with bamboo: you can bend and cut it, use it as a lighting fixture, as a wall and an accent for your stairs and somehow pay homage to the bahay kubo and bamboo handcrafts.

Believe it or not, some of the bamboos, we cut and sand ourselves.

Thanks so much for taking care of me!

The best groupmates ever!

Pahabol:

Ang mga bagong kontrabida sa primetime bida.

ABANGAN!

HAHAHAHA

Photos by Tebs Gomez

Topless

2011-11-04T00:53:00.001+08:00

I can't wait to get a tan!

Xie Xie, Bai Bai!

2011-10-18T03:19:00.002+08:00

Good Morning Macao!

The View

Morning swim workout!

One of the coolest McDonald's I've seen in my life!

City of Dreams McDonald's

Cashier

Film Strip Backsplash!

I still don't know why we went here.

My sister and I got lost (-ish) because of this picture!

New Favorite Food: Pork Bun

Garlic Bread + Butter + Pork = Nomnomnom!

Chicken Chops!

Lumu-lookbook sa kalye!

Dad's turn! LOL

Senado-City of Dreams (Cotai)

Dragon's Treasure is an indoor laser-water-light show for 30mins.

The House of the Dancing Water is the shiznitz!

Thanks so much mom and Dad!

Pagoda

Babies

Goodbye Macao!

I shall return for the Skywalk and Bungee Jumping!

Macao 2011

Knockoff

2011-10-14T02:39:00.007+08:00

The Venetian Macao Hotel

Trivia: It's a luxury hotel and casino featuring a replica of the St. Mark Bell Tower from St. Mark Square (Piazza San Marco) in Venice, the Rialto Bridge and a Grand Canal, that allows for a gondola ride.

Hotel West Lobby

Hotel Main Lobby

Colonnade

Spiral Escalator at the Great Hall!

Hotel Suites South

Zaia is a stage production at The Venetian Macao presenting a young girl's perception of the stars and planets, space and infinity with out-of-this-world creatures.

The family is starting to love circus arts!

Blazer + Killer Scarf + Rolled Up Shorts = Aivan Magno Jr.

One of the coolest Food Court I've seen in my life!

Castella Square- Morning in Venice, Italy

My "hopeless romantic" pose!

St. Mark's Square - Venice, Italy at Night

Christian Louboutin-ish Knockoff

Lumalacoste!

Macao 2011

Sweet Escape

2011-10-12T01:30:00.004+08:00

I've been working my ass off for the past few months and it feels so good to have some sort of escape from our dusty-hot-non-stop-talking-and-explaining-booth-a.k.a.-exhibit-thesis!

The family planned a Macao Trip to watch The Venetian's Zaia and City of Dreams' House of the Dancing Water. But we went to Hong Kong first because papa bear is craving for a Cafe De Coral Breakfast and we all wanted to shop.

Thank you Cebu Pacific (and Tiger Airways) for low airfares!

The View

Trivia: Sa pinaka-likod and dulo yung seat (27F) ko!

I still can't believe my dad wore long sleeves!

I love these losers!

We decided to ride a bus for a change.

New Favorite Shopping Place: Granville Circuit

I love my new shoes!

Yan lang nabili ko kasi wala ng oras and money. Huhuhuhu

Decided to wear three layers with different patterns because I know it will be super cold in the airport.

I'm in love with this wall along Granville Road

Cotai Ferry to Macao

Ang sarap matulog!

Can I get an amen?

Hong Kong 2011

Aisa Ipac x Primitive Revival

2011-10-05T00:06:00.002+08:00

Aisa Ipac of Drowning Equilibriums

Now, this is Primitive Revival at it's best!

Aisa's 'do reminds me of this:

But her wavy hair (Digital Perm? Sosyal!) made it look more contemporary!

Patterns ♥

Tribal Chic at its best!

One of the best Primitive Revival look so far because the Igorot Cardigan didn't standout but complimented and completed the whole look. And it's subtle and very wearable!

Stylist talaga!

Maraming Salamat Aisa!

Can't wait to show you my exhibit =)

Photos by Aisa

October 2011

Ava Nicole Marie Te x Primitive Revival

2011-10-03T17:29:00.000+08:00

Ava of Artsy Fartsy Ava

I love how Ava transformed the Igorot Prints into a laid-back and relax outfit.

Spotted: Shangrila Mall!

In Interior Design, we call that necklace, tassels, a handmade pillow/curtain fabric decoration.

I love your paint splash shirt, it gave me an idea for my next DIY project!

Maraming Salamat for taking the Primitive Revival Challenge!

Photos by Ava

October 2011

Jansen Ayson x Primitive Revival

2011-10-03T17:10:00.000+08:00

Jansen Ayson

Thank you for taking the Primitive Revival Challenge!

Paul Jatayna x Primitive Revival

2011-09-28T23:37:00.000+08:00

Print Blocking Overload!

Congratulations Paul for making it on the Top 20 Guys (All Time) on Lookbook!

Mabuhay!

Keep on hyping Paul Jatayna!

http://lookbook.nu/paulhighness

Check out OS Accessories for more details about the necklace: Vertebrae Necklace.

David Guison x Primitive Revival

2011-09-26T18:48:00.002+08:00

David Guison

This look reminds me so much of Dsquared² but with Asian Motifs.

Killer Boots!

I love this backpack from SM Accessories.

Does it come in red?

Thanks so much for taking the Primitive Revival Challenge!

Hype this on Lookbook:

Tribal Town

Photos by David Guison

September 2011

Jak 'en Poy!

2011-09-26T17:31:00.002+08:00

The Philippine School of Interior Design, in consortium with the De La Salle College of St. Benilde and in cooperation with Interior Zone SM City North EDSA, proudly brings you:

Jak 'en Poy: Bato, Gunting, Papel atbp. An Interior Design Exhibit of Sustainable Proportions.

Come see 20 beautifully executed booths ranging from bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, dining and living rooms focusing on different materials!

Open from Oct. 1 to 31, 2011, at SM City North EDSA's former Super Sale Club, right beside SM's The Block.

Entrance is free! Hope to see you there!

David Guison x Primitive Revival

2011-09-23T00:39:00.003+08:00

David Guison

This is David's version of a Gangsta Igorot!

This could be your signature pose David, I'm-on-my-knees-that's-why-I-look-angry pose!

Well, pwede rin your taas isang paa and kili-kili pose! Hahaha

I just found out that the guy responsible for my "feature" on Philippine Daily Inquirer last year was David.

Thank you very much!

Maraming Salamat!

Photos by David Guison

September 2011

Bjorn Bedayo x Primitive Revival

2011-09-20T16:34:00.004+08:00

Bjorn Bedayo

Ivy League Student meets Baguio City

Don't forget to watch my NFF, Bjorn on MEGA Fashion Crew – airing every Saturday, 7PM on ETC, with replays on Sundays at 10AM.

Maraming Salamat Mr. Bjorn!

See you soon and more collaborations, please!

Photos by Bjorn Bedayo

September 2011

Raleene Cabrera x Primitive Revival

2011-09-11T00:56:00.002+08:00

Raleene Cabrera

Print Blocking at its sexiest!

Interior Design Student - Model - Photographer - Singer - Blogger

Ral is one of the most talented person I know.

I love that she loves her province (Cebu) like how I love Baguio (Trivia: My Birthplace)

Maraming Salamat for taking the challenge despite our busy schedules!

I'm loving the bangs, I miss your long hair tho :(

Four down and 91,983,098 Filipinos to go!

Photos by Raleene

September 2011

Woof!

2011-08-21T00:15:00.000+08:00

Yearbook Creative Photoshoot

For He's A Jolly Good Fellow..

2011-08-19T00:05:00.003+08:00

This is what I wore last Monday, 15 August 2011 for my Burrrfffday.

Black Bone Tie from OS Accessories!

I can't wait to see my fellow bloggers rock the Primitive Revival style.

Black Shirt, Comme des Garçons

Black Bone Tie Necklace, Os Accessories

Acid Wash Skinny Jeans, Topman

Jade Boots, Dr Martens

Photos by Paul Jatayna

For he's a jolly good fellow,
For he's a jolly good fellow,
For he's a jolly good fellow,
Which nob'dy can deny.
Which nob'dy can deny.
Which nob'dy can deny.
For he's a jolly good fellow,
For he's a jolly good fellow,
For he's a jolly good fellow,
Which nob'dy can deny.

August 2011

Paul Jatayna x Primitive Revival

2011-08-18T04:30:00.001+08:00

Paul Jatayna of paulhighness

Print Blocking at its best!

OS Accessories = LOVE

I'm so happy to see and collaborate with Paul again.

I also noticed how his fashion taste evolved since our last photoshoot (2010).

I'm so proud of you Paul!

Thank you very much for taking the challenge and for being an awesome photographer!

I can't wait to wear more of your masterpiece, OS Accessories.

See you soon!

Maraming Salamat Paul!

August 2011

OS-some!

2011-08-14T00:38:00.001+08:00

Black Scapula from OS Accessories

Mu-momodel!

LOL

Polkadot Shirt, American Boulevard

Black Scapula Necklace, OS Accessories

Brown Skinny Carrot, Topman

Blue Socks, SM Department Store

Jade Boots, Dr Martens

OS is releasing a capsule black collection very soon and I heard it's very limited! Thank you so much Paul Jatayna for this opportunity to wear one of your masterpiece!

Check out their site for more details!

Photos by Paul Jatayna

Nicole Santos x Primitive Revival

2011-08-13T23:17:00.000+08:00

Nicole Santos of nicolethedressupdoll

The first girl to take the Primitive Revival Challenge!

I love how Nicole combined a lace top with the Red Igorot Vest. She sure knows how to play with texture and color!

Maraming Salamat Nicole!

August 2011

John Leynard Palteng x Primitive Revival

2011-08-13T22:47:00.001+08:00

Jonard Palteng of Manilakid

Jonard shows us how an Ivy League student would wear an Igorot Sweater.

Maraming Salamat Jonard!

August 2011

Neil Palteng x Primitive Revival

2011-08-13T22:06:00.004+08:00

Neil Palteng of tripleespressoshots

Denim + Top Hat + Igorot Vest and Cardigan = Laid-back at its best!

The first guy to take the Primitive Revival Challenge, thank you so much Neil!

More power to you and the Manilakid team :)

Maraming Salamat Neil!

August 2011

The Superhero

2011-08-12T18:33:00.000+08:00

3D Glasses from Universal Studios Singapore

Look at what Wolverine did to my shirt!

DIY Shredded Shirt, SM Department Store

Orange Shorts, Kids of Bayo

Green Socks, SM Department Store

Jade Boots, Dr Martens

3D Glasses, Universal Studios Singapore

Photos by Paul Jatayna

Aivan Magno X Manilakid

2011-08-09T17:00:00.005+08:00

When Jonard, Editor-In-Chief of Manilakid and Nicole, Fashion Editor of Manilakid asked for a collaboration, I took the opportunity to promote the Primitive Revival or Ifugao Fashion that I have been sporting for the past few months.

We walked around the streets of Ortigas wearing my Igorot pieces. Mind you, it was scorching hot but it didn't stop us.

Nicole Santos

Igorot meets Dainty-Bohemian

Jonard Palteng

Igorot meets Preppy Boy

The Bickering Brothers

Neil Palteng

Igorot meets Denim Laidback

Jonard kept on saying, "Find the light, honey!"

I dyed my hair violet for this photoshoot.

K.O.

It's always a pleasure to talk and discuss ideas with amazing people who share the same vision for our country.

I'm looking forward for more awesomeness from the Manilakid Team and more coffee/tea session, please! Even if it means walking at a carinderya street at Ortigas :)

Check out my feature and interview on Manilakid:

Fusing Ifugao Inspired Outfits and Trompe-L’œil Ceilings

By Aivan Magno

August 2011

Can you pull it off?

2011-08-07T03:43:00.002+08:00

Sagada Weaving Bag

I'll be asking Filipino bloggers to wear one (or more) of my Igorot Pieces and give them the challenge to make it contemporary without losing their personal styles.

I can already imagine Karl in an all red ensemble wearing the red Igorot vest with his sky high heels!

These pieces, by the way, are all handwoven products by the Igorot-Ifugao people.

I'm so excited to see my fellow bloggers with these Igorot pieces!!!

For the meantime, here are some photos of my collaboration with the people behind Manilakid:

Check out my feature on their site: http://www.manilakid.com/2011/08/06/fusing-ifugao-inspired-outfits-and-trompe-loeil-ceilings/

Thank you so much Manilakid Team for translating my feelings and thoughts into words. More power to you guys!!!

Mang Inasal loves you!

2011-08-05T00:34:00.003+08:00

Teatrino: What happened to letter N?

Photobooth!

I think I had three glasses of this (Apple-Pineapple with Vodka?)

I would kill for Mang Inasal's Lumpiang Sardinas!

I had so much fun with these people! Surprisingly, Mang Inasal knows how to throw an event. I can't wait for more events like this. Tuwang tuwa ako sa mga performers.

See you all soon!

Melai!

I know Thysz and my FFT family would kill me because of this. I just can't say no to Happy Lemon!

Before going home, I went to Happy Lemon to order my favorite drinks:

Coffee with Rock Salt and Cheese

Milk Tea with Puff Cream

Sadly, I don't have an outfit photo.

Andy Warhol during the 15th Century!

2011-08-03T00:41:00.003+08:00

Finally!

An Interior Design-Architecture related post!

Here are some photos of our living room that I designed:

Top View

High Ceiling + Chandelier

"The Kiss" Lounge Chair

Someday, my works will be featured in ELLE Decor!

The "I whip my hair back and forth" Lounge Chair

Trivia: My folks call each other, Lavigne

Kitchen

Can someone call Daphne of Urban Zone and feature my house, please?

When my parents decided to renovate the house, I got super excited. Only to find out I have to work on a tight budget, compromise and collaborate with my dad (dun dun dun).

Challenge Accepted!

I decided to give the heavy carved old chairs, custom made Roy Lichtensein upholstery for a contemporary look.

I'm not a fan of accessories (vases, flowers, picture frames, candles, etc.)

I believe that strong furniture pieces are enough to make a room complete and beautiful.

December 2010

Shop til you drop!

2011-08-02T01:41:00.004+08:00

Here are some of the things I bought in Hong Kong last week:

Backpack (HK$250) and Wayfarers (HK$50) from H&M

Boxer Briefs (HK$25/each), Black Sneakers (HK$50) and White High Cut Plimsolls (HK$50) from Divided for H&M

I've been looking for CDG shirts at thrift stores but I always fail to find one.

My tita and brother helped me buy my first Comme des Garcon! And I can't thank them enough.

Can someone teach me how to take pictures for free?

Before meets after..

2011-07-31T02:09:00.001+08:00

My mom made me run to Greenbelt and Rockwell to buy shoes because apparently, Topman-Topshop-Dorothy Perkins are on sale + Buy One Get One!

I decided to wear spants (short + pants) and my mom's scarf because of the cold weather.

I also tried KFC's Tower Burger.

Bun-Mayo-Lettuce-Hashbrown-Chicken-Bun

Loots!

Brown Carrot Skinny Jeans + Acid Wash Stretch Skinny

(Boy Scout) Shorts + Necklace

White Boat Shoes + Undies (Yes, I prefer them boxers because I'm conservative like that! LOL)

Stripe Blazer, Thrifted

Scarf, Mom's Closet

Black Shorts, Bench

Gray Jeans, Topman

Brown Shoes, Aldo

Photos by A

Captain Manila!

2011-07-28T03:05:00.004+08:00

They suspended classes today because of the heavy rain (since yesterday morning).

Stay safe and dry, friends!

The family went to Eastwood Mall to watch Captain America and celebrate my mom's birthday at Uncle Cheffy.

I like the wood counter they have.

I LOVE THESE PEOPLE SO MUCH

I'm so happy that my folks are so sweet with each other.

I HEART PESTO

For dessert, we went to Red Ribbon (LAME!) because my dad was too lazy to drive us to Serenitea/Happy Lemon/Moonleaf Tea Shop/Gong Cha!

Igurot Vest, Baguio City

Blue Leather Jacket, Thrifted

Black Shorts, Bench

Blue Socks, SM Department Store

Jade Boots, Dr Martens

If the U.S. has Captain America then the Philippines have Captain Manila!
Besides, my mom kept on telling me that I looked like the malnourished Steve Rogers/Chris Evans/Captain America

Eastwood 2011