My Own Miracle

 It's been awhile... Ever since I migrated to Australia, everything has changed. I thought I would be able to create more interesting pieces but my role as a wife has taken over... then motherhood. I had no regrets for I was able to create a miracle for not everyone was given the gift that I have. I felt so blessed to have her in my arms and a loving husband by my side. They are my inspirations in life... my happiness.

On the other hand, this new life is not easy to be dealt with. There are those sleepless nights, irregular meals, painstaking guesses on Bubba's whims and almost zero social life. We never thought of the gravity of what most parents say until we became one. Anyway, this did not bother us at all. Once we see our baby's sweet eyes, the light shines our way and warms our hearts.

Armed with new ideas, I will keep the flow of creating new pieces continuously until I find myself once again as a designer.

My mum asked me to create costumes for her hula recital on her birthday. Since she gave me the design, I had no choice but to follow her will. Good thing I was able to get these nice fabrics for her costumes. I just can't believe it only took me 2 days from making patterns and sewing those two. She even offered her classmates my services which is really nice of her. Though it costed me much for shipping it all the way to the US, it was well worth it since it's her birthday and I got myself my USB, a new dress a blow-up photo of our family portrait. Happy Birthday Mum!

Lifestyle Asia Travel III June-July 2011

LIFESTYLE ASIA TRAVEL III - In Bloom

Photographed by Aldwin Aspillera

Styling by Ryuji ShiomitsuStyling Assistant Marie Nicole Pangan and Asleah PalawanMake up by Czari Pizarro-NolascoHair by Jim Guerrero for Lóreal ProfessionelModels: Bruno Pecci and Havne Jacob @ ELITE Model Management ManilaSittings Editor: April Cabatit

Spring 2011 Collection

Spring

A sense of warmth is tapping at the door; And hope, a feeling out from distant lore – Or so it seems – clears the deep refrain! Emerging youth: a dormant lea awakes. The raging colour, singing loud, partakes In annual birth – spring is born again! A zest anew for nascent life Begins in floral train: Carriage one: a snowdropp thrill; Carriage two: the crocus; Number three, a daffodil – dancing, Drawing focus – as she would, Attention seeker! How I love our spring: The bold and sleeker feel I get, An inner glow, a ring! I’ve paid the winter’s chilly debt, so Now upon the wing! ------ Mark R Slaughter 2010

Fashion Institute of the Philippines Graduation 2011: Imaginarium

The school's graduation show was held at Greenbelt 5 Fashionwalk on the 25th of August. The event was accompanied by great tasting wines and posh hors d' oeuvres. Judged by prominent members of the fashion industry, editors and CEOs from fashion magazines and boutiques, the night ended with grateful designers that will flourish the Philippine Fashion Industry. I may not be there personally but I am thankful to my family, teachers and very best friends who supported and helped me till this day.
 I'm just sad that my video didn't turn up. I really spent a lot of time rehearsing my lines in front of the camera. Oh well, at least I made an impression with my music. Thanks to Lil Bro for the photos.

Speed Magazine Turns 8

This is my first show for FIP (Fashion Institute of the Philippines). I was so inspired by Nokia's peg which is hot pink and earthy feel for Speed Magazine's anniversary theme. I learned a lot here especially from the backstage mayhem and fittings. Here are some photos from the show by Yna Amores.

Mega: May 2011 Issue

My first magazine appearance. Check out my accessories in the Sakurabella x Generation Mega Finalist Fashion Advertorial. What I really like about this is that it focused on the color pink which happens to be my favorite hue. :)


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MEGA Magazine May 2011

Photographed by Rxandy Capinpin

Styled by Ryuji Shiomitsu

Make Up by Hanna Pechon @ Shu Uemura

Hair by Jay Wee

Model: Katarina Nemcova

Fashion: Generation MEGA 2011 Finalist (Aram Loe, Vorge Cunanan, Christine Caspe, Santi Obscena, Aaron Quitoles, and Patricia Santos) in collaboration with SAKURABELLA.

Accessories: Lindsay Sese, Adante Leyesa and Soule Phenomenon Shoes