Colors of Spring and Summer

Colored Trousers and Jeans

1. Cobalt Blue  (H&M)
2. Orange   (H&M)
3. Green   (H&M)
4. Red (H&M)
5. Cobalt Blue (H&M) stretch pants
6. Salmon (Dorothy Perkins)

 Sandals from Zara

I actually got the first pair (left) few weeks back. It is so comfy! And when I saw this beautiful cobalt blue pair yesterday, I knew for myself that I have to get another one *wink*

Outfit Post: Double Denim

Tied my hair for a different look

Clutch : H&M

Pearl Necklace and Earrings

Top: Bayo

Jeans: Marks and Spencer

Belt: Burberry

Stacked Bracelets & Bangles

(Hermes and H&M)

A pop of color

(Zara)

Animal Prints

Animal print never goes out of style. You can see it in every season and it is evolving from time to time. So, having either a scarf, a pair of shoes, top , skirt or trousers is a statement. Just don't be caught wearing all these in one outfit lol!

1.  Palazzo Trousers from Mango
2.  Shirt Dress from Warehouse
3. Long Sleeve from Zara
4.  Celine Long Sleeve Silk Top
5.  Scarf from Bayo
6. Clutch from H & M
7. H&M  

California Maki

When I go for vacation in the Philippines I make sure to write down the things I want to bring back here in Riyadh (except pork hehehe) I usually bring Yakult, pastries from Goldilocks and from local bakeshop in Bulacan, some condiments and sauces (those not available here in Riyadh)
During our last vacay, I was abel to bring with me Nori (seaweed wrapper) so I can make my own California Maki here at home because it is kinda expensive to buy Maki's and Shushi's here in Riyadh.Unfortunately, I only brought few (ubos na sya agad)
Then I remember seeing Japanese products like arborio rice, seaweed (Nori) etc from a grocery store here in Riyadh but when I went there it is no longer available *sad*
So, when a family friend went for a vacation last month I asked her to get me Nori, Wasabe and Light Soy Sauce.

Wasabe Paste, Philippine Mangoes (bought it from a Filipino Store)

My Homemade California Maki

Ingredients:

1. Nori (Seaweed Wrapper)
2. Crabsticks
3. Ripe Mangoes
4. Cucumber
5. Rice (I used Thai Rice ~ its a lil bit sticky and so it is ideal for my Maki)
6. Garlic Mayonnaise 
7. Light Soy Sauce and Wasabe for dip

**Happy Eating**

Outfit Post: Animal Print Top (Leopard) and White Jeans

Top and Jeans: Zara

Belt: Hermes

Shoes: YSL Tribute

Bag: Chanel

Shoes! Shoes! and more Shoes!

There are days when I just feel like buying clothes, clothes and more clothes lol. There are also days when I just feel like buying shoes, shoes and more shoes!

At eto na ang mga araw na gusto ko lang bumili ng bumili ng sapatos!!  :-)

I cannot believe I have acquired 5 new pairs of shoes/sandals in less than 2 months! huwaaaaaaat!!

I am to be blamed but hubby has a great contribution into it too...kunsintidor! hahaha

 H&M Blue Suede Pumps, Zara , My latest  purchase - YSL Tribtoo Pumps, YSL Tribute, H&M Bandage Sandals

Leila's Birthday Dinner

We had a nice dinner at Applebee's on the exact date of Leila's birthday (April18)
I believe that every birthday has to be celebrated whether lavish or simple because it is a celebration of life and thanksgiving as well.

APPLEBEE'S

Different faces of Leila

 

   

yummy !

Leila's 1st Birthday Party

Dress and Shoes: Zara

 She had a ladybug hand paint

 Happy Birthday Sweetie! Love you

Birthday Girl

 

Rania's Top, Skirt and Shoes: Zara

Beautiful Face Paintings!!

My Outfit

Vest: Stefanel

Sheer Top: River Island

Leggings: Zara

Belt: Lacoste

Shoes: YSL Tribute

Leila's Ladybug Party ~ Part II

LABOR OF LOVE..This is how I want to describe my DIY dessert buffet. It was tiring and physically draining to prepare and bake all these but when I saw the finished product and the inspiring comments from our guests, I can say it was really all worth it! They all loved the desserts!!! 

Dessert Buffet

 Toffee Bars

 Banana Almond Muffin

 Cream Cheese Brownies

 French Macaron

 Banana & Strawberry Trifle

 Tartlets

 Cream Puffs

 Mini New York Cheesecake

 Coconut Macaroons

Cake Pops

 We got Pizzas from Pizza Hut

 and Jollibee! yipeeeeeeee!

Leila's Ladybug Party Details

We had Leila's 1st birthday party last Friday (20 April) and it was a blast! We all enjoyed every minute of it. The hosts and the mascot both did a great job *clap! clap*
So, here are the details from Leila's Ladybug Birthday Party.

Simple Ladybug Party Invitation (DIY)

Beautiful and Delicious Cake/Cupcakes from Munch Bakery
I made the design myself

Our Dining Room Turned Into A Party Area

(All decorations ae made by yours truly with the help of my cousin and a friend)

I Call this Leila's Corner. This is a small bar/nook converted into a Sweet Treat Area for Kids and Kids at heart. We have Cotton Candy, Mallow Pops and Popcorn. Next to it is the Face Painting Area.

The Blackboard is from IKEA.

Party Favor for Kids (DIY)

Personalized Cookie Pop (DIY)

Party Favor for Adults ~ Ladybug Sugar Cookies

Personalized Water Bottles (DIY)

Tissue Pom Poms (DIY)

I used Paper Flowers and Wooden Letters to decorate the wall of our 2nd living room

DIY Birthday Banner

This was place at the entrance from the main living room.

I bought the twigs and added the designs afterwards. I also put Leila's photos.

We bought the Red, White and Black Balloons and just inflated it. The Balloon Sticks that we used are from Rania's previous party.

Prizes!!!