What's Inside My Bag????

Ever wonder what's inside the bag of your favorite celebrities??? or maybe your friends??? I know it is quite intriguing to know what lipstick they have, gadgets, perfume, hand lotion etc. Well, here is my own take of "What's Inside My Bag"

On a normal day, when I ran my errands like doing the groceries, I usually bring with me my ever reliable Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM. 

I can load up so many things inside (as seen in the photo) and I can even add more hahaha. I once tried using it as a diaper bag, but I don't think it is wise to do so because of  its price tag of  $900 .00 (current price) *ouch*

I have two wallets :
1. Hugo Boss ~ this is my main wallet were I put my money, credit cards, ATM cards and ID's.
2. Dooney & Burke ~ this is where I put my frequent flyer cards, Membership Cards, Photos and some receipts.

As seen in the frist photo, I have a small bag organizer where I put my cosmetics. I am not a make up person but I do bring powder, lipsticks, blush on and mascara. These are my staples. I have Chanel, Mac and Loreal Lipsticks and a Mac Lipglass. Revlon photo Ready Powder, Mac Mascara and H&M Blush with Fashion 21 Brush.

My Iphone 4s and  Samsung Galaxy Tab for back up, and also for Rania to play.

I can't go without my sunnies (Escada) and my specs. A hand sanitizing gel and a hair clip.

Well, basically that's it and I am ready to go (",)

How about you?? What's inside your bag?? 

Can I have a peek??? *smile*

AL Fakhar Turkish Restaurant

This weekend, we dined at our favorite Turkish Restaurant, AL Fakhar. An all time favorite resto of ours because of their good food and affordable prices

They have 3 branches in Riyadh.

1. Al Hamra

2. Hayat Mall

3. Thalateen Street

 

Outfit Post: Floral Top & Long Shorts

Floral Top, "Long" Shorts, Colorful Platform and Neon Bright Bag

A huge trend this summer will be the long to just above the knee boyish long shorts ~ paired with feminine tops. Add a great flipflops or heels, you are good to go." (excerpt from SQUIDOO)

Top: Zara (from last season)

Shorts: Bayo

Shoes: Zara

Bag: Celine 

Accessories: H&M

WatcH: Fossil

Bag Reveal: Celine Mini Luggage in Fluo Pink

After almost a week of waiting for this baby to arrive, it is finally here!
I've been contemplating whether to get a Bi Color Black leather and white Canvas or a Beige Trapeze. Honestly, both didn't appeal to me that is why I decided to passed. Although the Mini Luggage Bi Color was reserved for me.
The price here in Riyadh is way cheaper than US plus the tax ,of course. Around $300-$400 price difference.
Anyway, I was still in search for a mini luggage and  i learnt about this fluo pink on sale. I never had second thought buying it. It is pricey though, since it is the most coveted color of the Celine Resort 2012 collection. So many are on waitlist, while some are still on hunt. I am just lucky to buy it on time *wink*
With what I heard Celine will no longer produce this beauty (i hope not) and so, this will be a collectors item *grin*
I admit, I have outgrown my fascination with Louis Vuitton (although I don't have anything against those who still love it) I think I had enough LV and it is high time for me to shift into a different designer :-) I love Sofia Copola designs, though.
So, without further ado, here is my new baby. The new member of the family.

CELINE MINI LUGGAGE IN FLUO PINK

Can't wait to take her out *smile*

She's is really pretty! Even prettier in person

I am Thankful for...

God has given me 33 wonderful years of my life..and still counting! I am truly thankful and grateful for what He has given me all these years.
There are so many things to be thankful and to be grateful for and I want to share it with you.

1. To God Almighty for the gift of life. I AM NOTHING WITHOUT HIM
2. My Parents who love me and accept me unconditionally. They may not be perfect but without them I won't be here in this world.
3. My Husband who has been very loving and supportive of me. The spoiler :-) We are not a perfect couple. We have fights & misunderstandings but with the grace of God we can overcome it.
4. My Children ~ Rania and Leila ~ They taught me the deeper meaning of LOVE, forgiveness, patience and understanding. They made me complete as a person and as a woman. I just hope and pray that God would guide me in raising these 2 beautiful creatures that He has given me
5. My Brothers ~ Carlo and Angelo~ for the love, friendship, happy times and memories
6. I am thankful to my sister in law Jen for loving and taking care of my brother Carlo
7. I am thankful for my health condition right now.
8. I am thankful because of the close family knit ties that we have back in the Philippines.
9. I am thankful for my bestfriends. I have very few of them but they are the best of the best :-)
10. I am thankful that I get the chance to travel and see the world.
11. I am thankful that I was given the chance to study and obtained a degree.
12. I am thankful that we still eat more than 3 times a day and anytime we wish to.
13. I am thankful that I am living in Saudi Arabia right now. I feel that this is a safe place for me and my children to grow.
14. I am thankful that despite our different religion, my husband never forced me to convert, but rather respect my decision to remain a Catholic.
15. I am thankful to see the sun everyday as I wake up in the morning.
16. I am thankful to see the moon at night
17. I am thankful that we have a maid to help me do the household chores.
18. I am thankful that I can call my mom everyday using our vonage phone :=-)
19. I am thankful for the internet and iphone. Life is more easier to connect with friends and families.
20. I am thankful to have my cousin, Ate Ivy here in Riyadh.
21. I am thankful for that we can still save despite of the expenses hehehe
22. I am thankful that I was able to used my degree and worked for 6 years with one of the good companies in the travel industry.
23. I am thankful for our Ford Explorer hehehe. It makes our life easier and more comfortable

There are so many things that I should be thankful for but this would be it for now :-) and will write again soon!

Bags! Bags! and More Bags!!

These are my current favorites! How I wish I can have them all hahaha! wishful thinking!

Notice something? My picks are in 3 shades.. Blue, Camel/Beige and Black.

I really like the Cobalt Blue color and you've seen me incorporating this in my outfits.

The Beige/Camel is a neutral color and can easily pair with any outfit.

Black, since I only have one which is my Chanel Flap I really want to own another one. 

You can never go wrong with a basic black bag. Definitely a staple bag..a must have!

1. Givenchy Antigona
2. Givenchy Nightingale
3. YSL Chyc Cabas
4. Givenchy Antigona
5. Gicenchy Nightingale
6. YSL Chyc Cabas
7. Givenchy Antigona
8. Celine Phantom
9. Celine Trapeze

Elements @ Four Seasons Hotel, Riyadh

I had a wonderful birthday dinner at Elements . This is one of the in-house restaurant of 

Four Seasons Hotel located in Al-Mamlakah Tower (Kingdom  Tower ~ the iconic landmark of Saudi Arabia)

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Beautiful Entrance

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Wednesday is Mid Eastern Night Buffet

Although other cuisines are available (International Buffet)  like Indian, Japanese and Chinese Cuisines

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We were seated somewhere over here 

The dessert station is my favorite (",)

I only got the chance to take photos of our plates because the resto was full packed when we arrived.

Nahiya ako mag picture hehehe

Price per head: SAR 225.00 ($60.00)

A can of softdrinks is SAR30.00 ($8.00)

1. Ice Cream Tepanyaki ~ Rocher Royale. This is one Delish Ice Cream! TDF! I ate 3 scoops
2. Assorted Dessert ~ Creme Brulee, Chocolate Mousse & Lemon Meringue 
3. Japanese  Cuisine ~ Maki's and Salmon Carpaccio
4. Peking Duck Wrap ~ Another Fave of Mine
5. Mid Eastern Cuisine ~ A Little Bit of Everything 
6. Indian Cuisine

Outfit Post: Uneven Hemline

It was my birthday yesterday  and that means I am a year older :-) Yikes! tumatanda na!

Abdul took me to a very nice buffet dinner ( will write a seperate post for this) And this is what I wore.

I am inlove with Cobalt Blue color. So, when I saw this at H&M few weeks ago I grabbed one.

The material is so light and flowy! Love! Love!

Uneven hemline is so hot nowadays. It is like a mini-long dress. Does that make sense???LOL

It is actually a dress but I decided to put on sheer leggings afterwards

Dress and Clutch & Necklace: H&M

Belt: Lacoste

Sandals: YSL Tribute

Watch: Rolex Datejust - Midsize

Bangle: Hermes