PamQ

Happy Birthday to the person who taught me how to turn a pair of pumps and socks into a new pair of shoes, how to make a midriff bodysuit out of mere leggings and a gazillion of new bright things! How can I forget the one who made me realize that I can make my dreams come true?

She's the best, not that she's my boss-mentor-madels-friend, but because she's not only good at her craft but also she has great streak of A+ personality-wise. No one in the history of my experience being with her has ever complained to be around such very talented person. I mean who wouldn't love her?

Rogue July

Grabe a copy of this month's Rogue Magazine! Divine Lee on the cover.
Photographed by Mark Nicdao, Styled by Pam Quinones, Makeup by Leo Posadas and Hair by Nantey West.

The Buzz July 18 2010

Judy Ann Santos in an ABS dress, Orocher earrings and Dsquared2 shoes.


Charlene Gonzales in a Martin Bautista dress, Orocher earrings, Mango bangle and Christian Louboutin python pumps. KC Concepcion (styled by Jenni Epperson) wore a Ronaldo Arnaldo dress and Christian Louboutin booties. Toni Gonzaga (styled by AJ) was in an Edwin Tan gown.

Thursday madness

Everything happened in just one day. Judy Ann's movie press conference in the morning then Angel's FHM event in the evening.

I've never seen this much of reporters in one wall. Nakakaloka pala maging artista! I think being cornered by a gazillion crowd of people but still being able to answer each of their questions in all grace is one bad-ass, super tough job.

Judy Ann Santos in a 9 by Rajo Laurel dress

After the conference, Pam and I had to prepare a lot of stuff (Taping, Liquidation, etc.) then we headed to Sofitel to style Angel for the FHM 100 sexiest women event at the World Trade Center. She's number 1 that's why the Heidi Klum-level wings was a well-deserved treat.

Angel Locsin in a Tina Daniac dress and Forever 21 accessories

Last Sunday

I assisted Pam for The Buzz last Sunday. It was expected to be big because of the controversial reveal of the new hosts. We styled the gorgeous Ms. Charlene Gonzales and the super blooming Ms. Judy Ann Santos.

both wearing Rajo Laurel, OroCher fine jewelry and Givenchy shoes

Shoe me the love!

it really is an advantage to have friends who frequently jump into impulse purchases - after a not so long period of time, they finally realize, albeit quickly, that there are some owned pieces they can't really fall in love with. So what happens next? They sell, us friends haggle!

Here it is, my new-old Ann Demeulemeester quilted leather lace-up boots! Perfect for the rainy season! Thanks, Robbie for the bargain price! (:

At the Preview Ball

wearing Jerome Lorico pinstripe jacket, pants and knit waistcoat. Zara shoes and Pam's Alexander McQueen clutch.


with one of my best girls, Cit-Cit Sioson of Preview


Both in Jerome Lorico, the sweetest Boop Yap


Pam Quinones' posse! A year ago, we had the same, photo!




Rachelle Que, another party hard girlfriend!


Reve photos at the corner of Republiq! With Bibai Gaisano, Sidney Yap and Angela Alarcon


Smokin' hot!


and my favorite girl of the night, Bibai!!! Falling off her 5" black satin pumps, She is super bakla, I love her!

The July Cosmo

FLESH AND IVORY

Photographer: Charles Buenconsejo
Stylist: Myrrh Lao To
Assistant: Arbie Ubaldo
Make-up: Mickey See of Shu Uemura
Hair: John Valle of Loreal Professionel
Model: Jessica at Mercator

shot on location at the MMDA wrecked vehicle grounds

The June Cosmo

PARTY WILDLY
Photographer: BJ Pascual
Stylist: Myrrh Lao To
Assisted by: Arbie Ubaldo and Dee Sy
Makeup: RB Chanco
Hair: Jeff Aromin
Model: Jasmine of Mercator




My second fashion editorial - it's out! Please grab a copy of Cosmopolitan Philippines June 2010 issue (Marian Rivera on the cover)

PBB

My second magazine cover. I styled Gerald and Jason. The only reason why I did this is for the thrill of being able to meet Melai! (: Sample photo of the cover, though I'm not yet sure if this look was chosen to be. (:

Today's route

I returned items to Cosmopolitan Clothing and Firma - two of my favorite local accessories brands to pullout from. Ms. Anne, (fun fact: John Paras' mom) the owner of the former, gave me this cute cuff:



spent the rest of the afternoon fixing the clothes I used for my shoots/gigs then had a regroup with Pam, Martin and Patrick regarding another exciting project which will involve my friends Arbie and Kar, who were also present during the super fun dinner!


I didn't get to get a snapshot of everyone's outfit but I managed to 'steal' what Pam's feet has on. Debut! I always thought that out of all the shoes pam has, the Givenchy zebra-print is my one and only favorite, but here comes another - it's Alaia, and I'm super loving how she rocks it!

Melason

It's amazing how fate works the funniest ways. I once posted in twitter one of my guiltiest-pleasure-of-wish that 'I would someday want to be a stylist for Melai of PBB' but not so long after, I met her for a cover shoot, though I wasn't the one who styled her (my good friend, and the reason I got into this shoot, Kate Paras did), I had the chance of dressing up Jason (Melai's ka-love team!!!) and Gerald Anderson. The experience was one hell-laugh journey towards the end. Both Melai and Jason were so funny without even trying too hard!!!

out!

Cosmopolitan Philippines - MAY 2010
PRETTY YOUNG THING

photographer: Charles Buenconsejo
stylist: Myrrh Lao To
assisted by: Dee Sy and Arbie Ubaldo
Makeup: Angie Cruz
Hair: Geroge Aliben
Model: Lotus of Mercator




my first fashion ed's out! (for more than two weeks, already!) but because blogging can't be such an obligation to me but more of rather a celebration (lerks!) let me post some of the photos I myself retouched (but didn't translate on print! hahaha)

thank you to my friendly friends who assisted me during my shoot, Dee and Arbie. These were shot on location at the Manila Eco Park by my photoog friend Charles Buenconsejo.

I'm done shooting my eds for the June and July issue. I must say, two shoots after, I think I've developed my skills more. (:

asap xv

my first time to style a celeb for ASAP. I always assist Pam during her ASAP gigs for celebs but this time, since she's in Cebu, she made me do the job - more like a periodical exam. Big test!


I'm happy at least a lot loved her look. She was wearing a dress by Patrick Galang. Christopher Kane for Topshop booties, Firma neckpiece, Mango and Aldo bracelets.

Solo

Love got me this new pair of running shoes. It's from SALOMON, one of (if not) the best brands of outdoor shoes in the world. I seriously need to lose weight and get fit. Everyone's doing this new workout called Core Kinesis that I believe would really grip me on the sack when I would dare try so I'm giving a shot at running and badminton.


Spent 3 days and 2 nights with pam and Martin at Cebu for the Yamaha fashion show. I styled the guys who even rode this cute scooters (Yamaha Fino Fashion).



Then there's this new "IMORTAL" teleserye starring Angel and John Lloyd.


And surprise, surprise! Exactly a year ago, I was in the same Jeanne Young's studio for the Preview Bride supplement. Now I'm doing the same for yet another groundbreaking moment for the magazine. Let's all watch out for it this June!



So ayun, baklaan parin. This portrait by Roy Macam. (:

Quick update after a very long blog pause. It's been crazy the past few weeks but I'm genuinely excited for the upcoming things I'm gonna be busy with. With the campaigns and elections that have happened, a lot of the people I know have experienced stress in more ways than one. As for me, I'm keeping everything well-balanced - albeit hard.