Fashion: Fearless Forecast on What Dresses to Buy Right Now

Our metro lifestyle keeps us moving from one place to the next without time to spare for an outfit change. A simple shirt and a pair of trusty jeans is great for the weekend, but I've seen women in distress simply because they weren't' dressed' to the occasion, and usually what is required is a literally a 'dress'. It could be for an impromptu meeting with the bosses, clients, or a cocktail event you forgot about.


Bottega Veneta from resort wear 2011

My personal solution to this is find a middle ground type of dress that can pass as both casual and formal piece of clothing. I seldom encounter bookings that need a strict formal attire, rather, most occasions nowadays appreciate semi-formal or cocktail wear.

Right this moment I am observing sleeveless knee-length dresses with subtle folded overlays, tulle trim, or ruffles. Compared to the previous year's ruffles and oversized big bang, the keyword this 2011 is 'subtlety' (in my opinion). 2010 was inspired very well by big details, Lady Gaga fashion that it is no longer exceptional.


Calvin Klein from spring 2011

I am starting to think that beige is the silent colour of the year, a far contrast from the previous black mega trend. Though my advice is to add color to your closet this year, check out the above photo of the Calvin Klein dress in red. Yummy!

Slender arms are still in and so is thin. So continue reading on a fitness blog to get a dose of fashion and weight loss. They are twins. I must work on my diet and so should you. No excuses or no fashionable dresses ;)

Some stores where you can find dresses like these on the local scene: Penshoppe, Folded and Hung, Plains & Prints, or try both SM and Robinsons Department Stores - surely you will find your IT dress from them all.

Fashion: Florals on a Rainy Day

They say, if you are wearing floral clothes, don't go out in the rain or you will multiply x.x



I say, floral makes me look fat! I am tempted to shrink this photo horizontally *lol*

I thought prints will bring some brightness to the gloomy weather. I've been itching to get floral prints, and finally I found a piece to satisfy my fashion craving.

Although prints really make me look fat. Choosing a black printed fabric should lessen the widening effect.



And then new strappy shoes in black once more!

Convertible Rompers and Dresses from Unarosa

Feeling the natural high of summer? Let your wardrobe reflect the spirit of the season! And you don't have to buy a lot of pieces to have different looks.



The Unarosa Convertibles are designed to make ladies look and feel good from day to night. Amplify your style this summer (and beyond) with just one versatile piece. This is an answered prayer for any woman needing an instant wardrobe update.



Coming in two Styles – The Convertible Dress and The Convertible Romper; With just one item any woman can create a multitude of styles to fit every occasion.

They come in black and red which are perfect classic colors that are always in fashion. Just convert your dress or romper depending on your mood or occasion.



From one-shoulder, sleeved, halter or tube by just twisting and tying the straps around your body, the possibilities are endless!



If you want to view the convertibles and grab your own piece, visit Unarosa at Shangri-La Plaza Mall 5th level, SM Megamall Bldg. A 2nd level, SM North Edsa - The Block 4th level, SM Fairview Annex II 2nd level, Shoppesville Greenhills 2nd level and Marquee Mall Angeles City Pampanga Ground level.

Purples and Dots

Dotted satin purple dress

Polka dots or just plain dots are making a scene this 2009. Probably the new view on this "retro/classic" style was brought about by the recent Comme des Garçons capsule collection.

I just had to check at Style.com if my vision is correct about these dots, and yes the dots are hitting Spring/Summer 2009 runways of Betsey Johnson, Mikhael Cors, and Louis Vuitton.

Mini dress with polka dots in many colors

Dots can come in many forms and sizes, colors, transparency, but I like mine small, happy, and affordable :) I've noted how purple or violet was last year's it color but is somehow just catching on this year, on a shinier form - check out the purple Lanvin dress in the Shopaholic movie.