Before and After Victor Ortega Salon Rebonding

I knew I will be requested to post before and after photos of a rebonded hair from Victor Ortega Salon and Spa. Here they are ladies!



from wavy hair to silky straight..


Actually, this is my friend who agreed to be my model for a day. I told her about the salon and how cheap their services are, that's why she came to the salon with me to get her first rebonding experience. In India, her home country, rebonding costs as high as gold. So, there you go. Thanks Victor Ortega for making my friend's hair so beautiful and modelish. I can say her old hair was nice, but her new hair is so much better.

Monique Lhuillier Makes Me Want To Say "I DO" Again

My beach wedding over one year ago was not a perfect one, yet it was memorable and worth celebrating every year. Still wishing I can say "I DO" the second time around in a grand way, though. Haha. My ambitious thoughts again. But wait, check this gorgeous bridal gown first before blaming me!




I saw this very beautiful embroidered satin organza bridal dress from Monique Lhuillier's Spring 2011 Bridal Collection. I love it because it is ivory and not too white. Plus, it is strapless with draped bodice trumpet silhouette. So so beautiful with the cascading butterflies too!




I know I can't afford to buy a very expensive dress like Monique Lhullier's. Good thing there are Filipino designers and couturiers working locally, who can at least make something in resemblance.

Take a look at the dress again and tell me. Who wouldn't dream of marching the aisle wearing this designer piece? So exquisite, right?







Photo Source:
www.moniquelhuillier.com

Sale Find of the Week: Forever 21 Cardigan

It bought this cardigan during my first visit at Forever 21. Actually, I didn't know that I snagged a marked down item. I learned it was on sale when I was about to pay already. Haha.



Sale Find: Forever 21 Striped Cardigan
Regular Price: P595
Sale Price: P410 or less than $10
Sale From: Forever 21 SM Megamall

Ideal Bag for the Season: Suede Hobo Bag

Calling all the stylish ladies out there! How will you rock this classic hobo bag for the fall*?




This red suede hobo bag could be paired with a nice pair of shoes of the same color. A hippie skirt may go with it also. Hmmm.. you might have a better idea. Tell me about it.




Leave a comment on this post together with your email addy and answer to my question. How will you rock this classic hobo bag for the fall? You might win yourself this red hobo bag and prove your talent in fashion.


Don't forget to follow this blog in case you're not a follower yet. Being a follower makes your comment a valid entry. One entry person only, so please drop your comment just once.


This giveaway is open internationally. Deadline to enter is October 25, 2010. The winner will be chosen through random.org and announced the same day on this very same post.


Other readers are also encouraged to enter this giveaway, by merely clicking the LIKE button of this blog's Facebook page, sharing the link of this giveaway and tagging Pink Magaline.

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Congratulations to ALEXEE. Please contact me soon on how to redeem your prize. Till my next giveaway ladies. Muah!










*I was reading a certain fashion blog while finishing this post. Haha. We don't have fall in the Philippines. Sorry for that.

Trying Pesco-Vegetarianism

The practice of diet including fish and seafood is called pescetarianism or pesco-vegetarianism. Like lacto-ovo vegetarians, pesco-vegetarians do not eat pork, chicken and beef. Both vegetarians eat eggs, cheese and other dairy products aside from grains and vegetables, so seafood is the only difference between the two.


For almost a week already, I consumed mostly rice, eggs, milk, vegetables, and seafood. No meat is included in my menu, which means, I am like a pesco-vegetarian now. Sounds a little crazy, but can be rewarding in the end.

I know surviving each week with the absence of chicken or beef won't be easy. What I am planning to do is to skip all meat recipes during weekdays, then add them all back on weekends. That would be like cheat days for Saturdays and Sundays in order not to miss the meaty taste the entire dieting experience.

Hey, I made a very delicious pesco-vegetarian breakfast the other day. Click HERE for the recipe.







Photo Source:
www.livestrong.com

Choose Your Kind of Animal Print Frock

I used to have a lovely top with zebra pattern. I got tired of it and gave away to a younger cousin. Currently, there is only one piece of clothing with animal print in my closet, so I am planning to buy myself a staple dress which I can use in some occasions.



While lazily browsing the net, I saw these frocks from Victoria's Secret. They are all gorgeous and trendy for the fall. My favorite is the one in the middle. What do you think?

Clockwise: one shoulder dress $88, squareneck dress $59, scoopneck tee print dress $29.50, multi-way dress $98, and ruched drape-drape front jersey dress $59.







Photo Source:
www.victoriassecret.com

Sale Find of the Week: Forever 21 Earrings

The first Forever 21 store in Manila is now the rendezvous of fashionistas, celebrities and ordinary people alike. Since its opening, already countless stylish people queued for their collection of clothes and accessories.




I am not trend-savvy. I only promised to at least get myself a few more Forever 21 items after my first yellow bag. I did not even get these earrings with a discounted price, but still 3 pairs for the price of one is a steal, right? I also bought an owl and leaf vintage necklace to match (not in the photo). Love 'em much!


Sale Find: Forever 21 Earrings
Regular Price: P245 (or less than $6)
Sale From: Forever 21- Megamall, Mandaluyong

Victor Ortega: The Most Affordable Salon and Spa in the Metro

Who disagreed with Kris Aquino when she said that Filipino women are vain when it comes to hair? I guess nobody 'cause what she said is absolutely true! Thanks to Victor Ortega. More and more Pinays in and around Mandaluyong get to enjoy a discounted hair rebonding service these days.



The salon from across the street.



The interior with some stylists already working.

Many people, men, women and even celebrities, are attracted by this salon and spa with its very affordable service. They offer rebonding to digital perming, manicure and pedicure to paraffin waxing.

I first heard of this place from old officemates. They were talking about hair rebonding in only P1000 (less than $25). I was intrigued and later visited the place to try. My first rebonding from Victor Ortega Salon came out nicely. I had no complains, so I visited them again for the same treatment last week. I will do a separate post for that. For the meantime, check my first rebonding experience HERE.

Sale Find of the Week: Victoria's Secret Tee

I love SM's Surplus stores because they sell discounted authentic apparel. Everytime I visit SM, I always go to their outlet to find something cute and wearable just like this shirt.






Sale Find: Victoria's Secret Tee
Regular Price: $16.50
Sale Price: P199 (more or less $5)
Sale From: Surplus Store- SM Marikina

Moving on After Being Dumped

How do you deal with a break up? More than 5 years ago, someone broke my heart like no one else did. It was the worst and devastating feeling. I had to cry myself to sleep a thousand times and pretend like nothing happened the next morning. In my experience, forgiving was easy, but forgetting was the hardest.





I didn't have to cut my hair nor tour around the world just like the character of Julia Roberts in the movie Eat Pray Love in order to forget, though. I just had to follow the following steps to get over it.


1. Resign. Teaching requires so much passion dealing with lesson plans, slow learners, complaining parents and the like. So, to avoid more stress and depression, I had to quit my job as a teacher somewhere in the Global City of Taguig.

2. Move. I used to live with my siblings. The decision to move on my own materialized after that major heartache. Moving helped me forget my previous routine, my old life. Going home to a new place and new neighborhood did the trick and it helped a lot.

3. Get a new job. I was immediately hired as a customer service assistant for a cable company a month after I bade goodbye to my teaching job. While on probation, I said YES to all the opportunities in line with my job in order to forget more. Plus, I got to meet new people.

4. Enjoy more freedom by going out of the comfort zone. Shouted at the top of my lungs in a scary ride at the amusement park. Walked from one city to the other while talking and laughing over crazy things with friends. Watched a live performance of a local artist together with some officemates. Went for shopping spree in a mall. All of those thing made me realize that dreaming a lot (for that specific person) made me miss lots of fun too.

5. Date again and be happier. Why wait for that specific day to forget if you can start by knowing someone new? And so, I started dating both online and offline. The offline did not work, but the online became perfect. That is why I am now happily married with a very adorable kid. Thanks God. Amazing things happened before that year ended.







Photo Source:
www.thefrisky.com

Giveaway Extended

Hi ladies! I decided to extend my giveaway for this month. You have until next week to join, so hurry up! Hit the follow button, click the link, and drop that comment.



Giveaway is extended until September 17, 2010. Enter now and get a chance to win that fab pink alarm clock in the photo. Good luck everyone! :D

Pinay in Pink: A Tribute to all Fierce Pinays Around the World

Pinay in Pink for OCTOBER 2010: Camille Santos

Pinay in Pink for NOVEMBER 2010: Star Villanueva

Pinay in Pink for DECEMBER 2010: Liz Venturina

Pinay in Pink for JANUARY 2011: Julie Reyes

Pinay in Pink for FEBRUARY 2011: Emalyn Tabilisima


Pinay in Pink for MARCH 2011: Hannah Villasis

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This is an invitation to all beautiful and talented Pinays around the world, full-blooded or mixed. We need you to serve as our inspiration by allowing yourself to be featured as Pink MagaLine's Pinay in Pink of the month. You will only need to submit a photo of yourself in pink, then answer a few questions.




The launching of this project was inspired by Ms. Venus Raj after winning the Ms. Universe 4th Runner-Up title. Other than Raj, I know that there are more Pinays out there who influence others not only with their physical beauty, but also with what they do or believe in life. It's time to stand out and introduce yourself. If you think you got what it takes to be the next Pinay in Pink, just contact me. I'm sure a lot of us here would want to learn from you.







*Pinay is a popular term for Filipina women.

Sale Find of the Week: Ethnic Bracelet

I was at St. Francis Square the other day when this multi-colored bracelet made from wooden beads caught my eye. I have a pink maxi dress that I haven't worn yet, just waiting for the next island getaway. Well now, I have the right accessory for that dress.



I know, I know. It is easy to find this kind of bracelet anywhere in the Philippines. However, I saw a similar bracelet being sold at a higher price in Subic, so I guess this is already a steal.

Sale Find: Ethnic Bracelet
Regular Price: P100
Haggled Price: P80
Sale From: St. Francis Square Bazaar

Hot Pink Nokia C3-00 Review

I am now a proud owner of C3, the Nokia unit which I call the ultimate cellphone for pink lovers. I used to have Nokia E63, but hubby took it from me when he broke his old phone. In exchange, he gave me cash to buy C3. Yay!




My new phone together with the stuffed toy which I got for free from buying The Fossil Charm Watch.


If you are planning to buy the same model, please continue reading to get some ideas on how it is like.

1. Design- C3 is available in three colors: Slate Grey, Hot Pink and Golden White. Of course, you know which color I had to choose. It is the main reason why I bought it, anyway. Two more good things about C3's design are its weight and QWERTY keyboard. Very easy to carry and navigate. The only thing that I hate about it is the clicking sound of the keyboard. It doesn't go even you turn off the keypad tone. Grrr!

2. Hardware- This phone has a maximum talk time up to 7 hours, 800 hours in stand by mode, so I don't have to worry about charging every now and then. How nice is that?

3. Software & Applications- C3 has all the basic features that people usually need: calendar, to-do list, notes, recorder, calculator, clock and converter. Plus, it also allows the user to have a detailed contact information.

4. Communications- It has an easy access to email and other popular POP/IMAP services, instant messaging through Windows Live Messenger™, Yahoo!® Messenger, Google Talk™ and Ovi Chat. Like other phones, there are SMS, MMS and Nokia Xpress audio messaging. On the other hand, my favorite feature under communication is the conversational SMS for chat-style text messages. So cool!

5. Sharing & Internet- User can do web browsing of real web pages and get easy access of communities on home screen with live feeds from Facebook and Twitter.

6. Photography- This is my least favorite feature. The 2 MP camera should be enough to make a perfect camera photo, but it has no flash. Boo!

7. Video- I don't have anything much to say about this feature too, except about my daughter who enjoys the videos that I took for her.

8. Music & audio- I don't use this feature a lot. I can only enjoy the ringtones that I got from my old phone through bluetooth transfer.

9. Gaming- This phone includes 4 games. My ever favorite is Diamond Rush. One may always find me playing it during spare time or before sleeping. Love love love.

10. Environmental features- The unplug charger reminder is awesome and really helps me to save energy.

11. Price- Reasonable at P7,100 (more or less $158).

NOTE: This post was originally published in my old blog, utotmopink.com, dated Sept 2, 2010.