ElyzelCommitsVanity!

Tourist Mode: ON

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 09:13:53 -0400

My pre-med friends finally came here to Vigan to Visit the town and ofcourse me. haha. We’ve been planning this trip eversince college but we were all basically minors then who can’t afford a parental consent for such a far trip(but I still am, since I’m still studying).

It’s pretty crazy that we haven’t changed that much since we parted exactly a year ago. We’re still crazy, naughty and noisy together. I missed them, I missed college and I miss my laidback life.

I always find it enjoyable to tour my own town especially when I’m with visitors, Tourist lang ang peg! haha. I’ll never get tired of my town really. There’s too much to love about Vigan and that actually worries me in the moment since I’m about to leave home in days time to get back to my toxic metro life. And I love the fact that I’m a probinsyana. For me, it is actually an edge since I get the best of both worlds. I can have peace of mind when I want and I can be soberly crazy.

And as for my outfit, I decided to wear something comfy yet chic! =) Which explains, the flipflops. And it was extremely hot that day that a piece of cover-up can’t be added to my bustier mini dress.

Tour Day 2 to follow! =)

-wink! ;)

Playa Tropical

Thu, 31 May 2012 10:30:28 -0400

Maxi Jumpsuit: Forever21 | Belt: my mom’s | Polka Dot Flats: Ichigo | Bag: Celine | Floppy Hat: Heritage Vigan

Twisted Bandeau Bikini: Wink Clothing | Yellow Blazer: Greenhills

Dress: Wink Clothing | Flats: Forever21 | Bag: Guess | Fedora Hat: Cotton On

Raw and Unedited Pics. Taken by Erika Rabara

Sorry for the lack of update. I’ve been too busy maximizing the remaining days of summer. And by that, I mean finally going to the Beach! I know, it’s almost the rainy season but better late than never.

As much as I want to elaborate about this place I’d rather keep this blog fashion-related than personal. Let’s just say this was once part of my paradise.

Anyhow, I wore these outfits to this beautiful place. Summery, laidback and sophistication all blended in one. A piece that I could move, enjoy, breath and live again. Yes, live again, some sort of rebirth. I hope I’m a better person now, recollected in this paradise.

-Wink ;)

mademoisellerika: Out takes from the 1st Collection of Wink: 1st outfit. Visit the shop...

Thu, 24 May 2012 11:41:04 -0400

mademoisellerika:

Out takes from the 1st Collection of Wink: 1st outfit. Visit the shop here.

Visit WINK CLOTHING for more! =)

Day to Night

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:20:54 -0400

Day

Tank Top: My Sister’s | Shorts and Blazer: Greenhills | Shoes and Necklace: W ink Clothing | Bag: Celine

Night

Skirt: Thrifted | Wedge: Wink Clothing

A simple transition from laidback Day to Night outfit. I wore the day outfit while doing errands and designing my shop. Shifted to more lady-like outfit by sunset for my grandma’s 81st birthday at Hotel Salcedo. I love how my thrifted chiffon skirt made the wonders and how it pleasantly mixed with my vibrant yellow blazer. So basically, the skirt and the buttoned blazer made it more night-appropriate.

P.S. Mark your calendars for wink’s first collection; May 24, 2012, 8pm. =)

-wink! ;)

WINK CLOTHING

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:15:47 -0400

I’ve noticed I haven’t been updating that much as I originally wanted to maximize my summer vacation but I’ve been too busy these past few days organizing stuffs for my boutique. Speaking of, please watch out for wink’s first online catalogue this coming May 24 at 8pm.

And I’ve noticed that I’ve been blabbing about Wink too much in my previous entries but I haven’t formally launced it by making a blog post. So here, please do support my shop via liking it at facebook and/or by visiting it at The ARC, Rizal st., corner Salcedo st., Vigan City.

Will host a blog giveaway soon for Wink =)

In Full Bloom

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:16:13 -0400

I’m in the mood for some spring photos, quite literally! =)

Just before I fell inlove with portraiture photography and fashion my frustration for photography blossomed. Photography in the sense of landscape, nature, sunsets and everything in between that nature and my lens could deliver and my eye would perceive as something pleasing enough to capture.

This summer due to some projects and stuffs I’m making for my clothing line, Wink. I’m always visiting our resthouse in a nearby town of Vigan. Being here makes me closer to nature and provincial life once more, just like my childhood days. And this place is like a paradise, full of photogenic landscapes and pleasing things that only nature can provide. Pretty peaceful from the urban school days I have.

Again, I’m no professional in photography but I must say I miss doing stuff like these! far from the self-absorbed Outfit Posts I have. Haha. =)

-Wink! ;)

Mademoiselle

Tue, 15 May 2012 22:11:10 -0400

Dress, belt and Vest from my Sister’s Closet | Bag, Heels, and Headband: Wink Clothing

The reason why my title is Mademoiselle is because I practically snagged everything that I’m wearing from my sister’s closet. One of my biggest dilemma when I’m home is not having my whole closet to bring home with me. Hence I raid my mom’s and sister’s closet. This dress is just so perfect for my summer-vibe-clothing-madness.

Speaking of my sister, please do join her blog giveaway for wink clothing! will be hosting a blog giveaway as well, watch out for that =)

-wink ;)

mademoisellerika: Teasers for the Photoshoot! :) SOON! ;)))

Mon, 14 May 2012 04:54:22 -0400

mademoisellerika:

Teasers for the Photoshoot! :)

SOON! ;)))

Pink-er than Pink

Sat, 12 May 2012 03:07:02 -0400

Top and Heels: Forever21 | Skirt and Necklace: WINK CLOTHI NG | Bag: Online

Wore this one on a date with my family over Avengers and Pizza. This outfit is extremely pink but I usually play alot with colours so I matched this piece with my vibrant yellow blazer which I forgot to take a photo of.

And presenting my re-digi-permed hair.

-wink! ;)

Back to Being Curly

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:37:37 -0400

Galaxy Top: Will soon be available at WINK CLOTHING | Sequined Skirt: Forever 21 | Bag: Longchamp | Flats: Greenhills

Sorry for the short hiatus, I’ve spent some days off to Manila for my enrollment and a little bit of wardrobe update a.k.a shopping spree both for personal use and for my soon to open boutique.

Another thing in my itinerary during my short trip was to have a visit to the salon. I needed to have it digi-permed. I’m a bit OC when it comes to my hair being curly. I have a naturally flat lifeless hair that emphasizes my round face so much.

At Azta Salon Katipunan. My second time to experience Digital Perming and my Fourth time to have my hair chemically permed.

Watch out for my after-digi-perm pics in my next post. =)

Wink ;)

Barbie's Biker Club

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:44:06 -0400

Meet my new bikes. Yes bikes! Not just one but two. You might be wondering why. I requested for the vintage one but my dad insisted on getting me the folded one(the black) but being so picky and maarte with my things and I really wanted a pink vintage bike so I requested for another one. My parents brought me to this japan surplus warehouse. We couldn’t find a perfect pink vintage bike so we got a baby blue bike but luckily I convinced my dad to have it repainted ofcourse in pink! =) So my dear readers meet my new wheels, Barbie.

So this is another reason why I have two bikes. One is for my bestfriend and my bike companion, Bea. Ofcourse, we have to do it in style-biking in style! Setting the mode like biking around Paris except we’re doing it in our own little hometown of Vigan!

Varsity Jacket: UERM MEDICINE ‘15| Tube Dress: Gift/Forever21 | Sneakers: Converse | Bag: Longchamp | Hat: Cotton On

And also, lately I’ve been trying to sweat in a healthy way. I’ve been trying badminton, biking and sit-ups. My bad eating habit during school days is taking its toll on my body. I just hope laziness won’t kill my pseudo-healthy-lifestyle.

-wink ;)

In My Galaxy We Are One (by Elyzel Rabara)

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:09:17 -0400

In My Galaxy We Are One (by Elyzel Rabara)

In my Galaxy

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:35:05 -0400

Corset: SM Dept. Store | Galaxy Skirt: Pinkaholic | Heel-less Shoes: Rajo! for Parisian | Necklace: Wink Clothing (my boutique that will be launch soon!)

This skirt is actually one of my favorite items in my closet. What is not to love in this piece? The print is just wonderful that I have to reserve this for a picture worthy post. I had so much fun taking photos and moving around with this skirt, isn’t it obvious? That I even had an extra audience from a goat that we named Chelsea.

Eversince I got this skirt I’m always on the look-out for galaxy printed items. And so far I have 3 items and I’m hooked!

-wink ;)

Summer Sultry (by Elyzel Rabara)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 03:02:17 -0400

Summer Sultry (by Elyzel Rabara)

Summer Sultry

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:28:39 -0400

Top: Forever 21| Skirt, Necklace, Rings Earrings: Wink Clothing (My Boutique, Opening, Launching soon!) | Blazer: Bazaar | Shoes: Rajo! for Parisian | Belt: SM Dept. Store

Sorry for the photo heavy post. Photos by Bea Basilio.

I’m still keeping my fingers crossed for DTI’s approval of my shop’s name but nevertheless, everything is going on smoothly, the shop is still under construction and hopefully done by mid-may.

As for my outfit, summer navigates me to all these colors, prints and not to mention lesser covered pieces. I finally got a decent photo with my lovely Rajo for Parisian Pair! And my Skirt’s print is just superb that I have to take it away from my shop’s rack and put it permanently on my closet. Don’t worry I left another piece for those of you who might be interested (and in case you are, just email me at elyzelcrabara@yahoo.com). =)

-wink! ;)

Sheer Romance (by Elyzel Rabara)

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:13:09 -0400

Sheer Romance (by Elyzel Rabara)

Sheer Romance

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:57:38 -0400

Top and Skirt: Forever 21 | Necklace: Super Sale Bazaar | Wedge: Jellybean

Photos by: Bea Paola Basilio

Post-Processing: Elyzel Rabara

I know alot of you are posting summer outings, daisy dukes, bikinis, spfs, fun in the beach and such but here I am posting my yuletide outfit from last season. But I promise this is the last overdue set I’m posting. After this, I’m back with floral, color block and summer vibe.

As you noticed, this is very similar outfit with my previous post. I was hoping to shoot several outfit that day but because the sun was giving up on us this was the easiest thing to do. A total shift from mini sequined skirt to a sheer maxi skirt. I honestly dont like repeating outfits but I try to mix and match the pieces to give a new twist to each piece. And that skirt, it was love at first sight!

-mwah!

Fairytale in Woods

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 02:02:13 -0400

*Dry lips, sooryyyy! =((too windy that day. plus no time for retouch! haha

Top and Skirt: Forever 21 | Necklace: Super Sale Bazaar | Wedge: Jellybean

Photos by: Bea Paola Basilio

Post-Processing: Elyzel Rabara

Yet another late post from December’s Photoshoot. Which explains all the sparkle in my outfit. My top is actually a knitted piece with gold treads. Perfect piece for last season! Ohh how I miss the december breeze, the summer heat here in Vigan is becoming too extreme that I can’t barely go out of the house and not to mention triggers my migraine. Still Hoping for a better weather!

-Mwah! =))

Fairy: Bea Paola

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:49:20 -0400

Modelling by: Bea Paola Basilio

Photos and Post-Processing by: Elyzel Rabara

I know you’ve seen her face like in most of my posts here. She’s my lookbook photographer most of the time. Beyond that she’s my best friend since 1st year High School- the times when we were still afraid of cameras because we were in a very awkward stage of puberty. Aside from that she’s my favorite model/subject when I’m doing portraiture. Having photoshoot is one of our best bondings and shooting her is always my pleasure. As you can see she can project a thousand emotions and her stares are always making love with the camera. Photorgasm in short. She’s the most maarte person I know but ironically she’s also the most cowboy one. And I can’t stress this more, I love this girl so much! =)

-mwah!

Wigs and Twigs: Ivy Rafanan

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:26:04 -0400

Modelling by: Ivy Rafanan

Photos and Post-processing by: Elyzel Rabara

Expect heavy portraiture posts!again, an overdue post..

Meet my other best friend/sister, Ivy Rafanan. We’ve been friends since 5th grade and we became inseparable since then, although she studied here in the province and I’m in the metro we still have this sisterly-instinct to the point that we can read each other’s mind. great minds think alike! i love this girl soo much! ;)

-mwah!