SPARKLY SEQUINS

Since tight clothes is something I'm not really fond off, I managed to wear alot of whatever I had in my wardrobe during my whole pregnancy. The maternity-wear that I find at the mall are very frumpy and granny (not in a good way) anyway. So clearly, I still shopped at the normal human section except for the fact I'd buy it one or two sizes bigger (I do that anyway even when I'm not pregnant). That was until I saw this dress at ASOS (even on sale now here!).. I bought this when I was preggo at an early stage since I knew that I would probably somekind of event where I need something dressier. Something short and sequined seemed like the perfect answer to that..

My due date is getting nearer and nearer. Although I still have two or three pregnancy photo sets, this might be the last one I'll be posting before I deliver my child this weekend. On the bright side, I'll still have something to post (apart from some baby pics!) during my one month long confinement period where I can't even go one footstep from my door. This sequined dress ended up being my my baby shower outfit couple weeks ago. The jacket I put on the whole time, but it was too hot to have it on when I took these photos..

THE DAILY DRAWER

Remember when I talked about my 'daily drawer'? Well, this outfit pieces are the kind of stuff you'd see in there. Button down shirts, jeans, and more basic neutral colored things. The boyfriend shirt was a really nice way to contrast the tight bottoms and tank top.. and seeing these photos remind me that I really need to hem these pants (probably the only pair I can fit it now) but haven't got the time to visit my tailor !

FESTIVES

Just because the festive season is out doesn't mean that I can't post my christmas/new years dinner outfit eigh? Since my friends and I have different plans throughout the year end holidays, we usually have the big gathering before everyone leaves. I skipped on dresses and took out my shiny/blinged pieces and red lipstick instead for the night.

CAPE TOWN

I am really happy that I finally finished editing this set of photos. Trust me, it is quite of a burden not having the energy and/or time to update this blog especially when I usually update every 2-3 days. The skies have been blessed with beautiful cloudy afternoons lately (yes, I find cloudy days beautiful although it may be depressing if I lived in London or something like that) and that meant that I get to wear this tartan cape from PICNIC. Since the cape was already a stunner, I paired it with simple basic items I have in my closet.

LEOPARD & DENIM

Before I say anything else, I'd like to wish a Happy *belated* Eid Mubarak to those celebrates. May you all be blessed by Allah abundantly.

I've been half-spoiled by the Ramadhan holidays in my country. Why half you ask? First, my blog isn't getting much attention lately.. Next, I've got deadlines right infront of the ridge of my nose.. But it's a holiday and I felt like I needed a break.. Then there comes the unexpected visits from friends and family..the next thing you know that you're having a great time and it's already midnight (aka. no work been done).. And that's what has been happening for the past 3-4 days.

By all means, I'm in a stuck state of wanting forcing myself to get work done while trying to relax at the same time..

Oh well, at least I get to cheat on my calorie allowance! Traffic free Jakarta means that I'm on a roll for trying out new restaurants that are not on my phonebook. I'll try to get some reviews up on the blog but you can also follow me on instagram (@mkoesnadi) for some real time updates..

MIRROR MIRROR

tall pointed pump shoes and soil/grass are not good pals.. I had a real hard time trying to balance myself in these photos. Since I hard time balancing, I made sure that the photos were done in the shortest time possible and we did! Took about 5 - 10 minutes to complete ! I've been obsessed with mirror print pieces ever since I saw Stella McCartney's resort collection awhile ago so when I saw this tee at mango, I bought it straight..

SOMBER SKIES

When it rains, I usually don't think twice to go for black or gray. However, this bright pink dress from Vobee (a local brand I introduced you earlier here) has been sitting on my couch for over a week and I thought that it would be a good time to wear it with tights to counteract the somber skies.
Even for those who shy away from colors on a daily basis (ie. if you plan to wear red pants and you start thinking what others will think of you, then you're on the 'color-shy' boat), try pairing bright hues with black pieces. or for the lazy dressers, simply purchase clothing items that have a bright color and a black detail on it like what I picked out from Vobee's webstore here.

TECH SAVVY

It seems like everyone had a good stalk at my cluttered bag last time and now.. I'm going to give you a stalk inside my "camera bag". Yes, the post that I've been pending for about a year or so is finally online. Read on for the photo-related gadgets I use for my blog. On a note, I CAN shoot in heels but don't get the wrong image that I wear heels on a full day photoshoot ;)

FILTERING

I'm going to announce the ROMWE $80 Voucher giveaway on this post. If you entered, continue reading this post! Everything has been a roller coaster lately. last minute tasks, errands, opportunities, and so on. I haven't touched my computer for almost 48 hours (a big number for a blogger..) and I also haven't announced the Romwe giveaway winner since it was closed weeks ago. Here's what I've been up to lately...

MARCH SHOWERS

I can't believe March went away just like that. It's already the 28th today ! Last week was also probably the last day I could afford wearing leather pants in Jakarta this year. That day, it was oddly cold (as in cold for Jakarta weather). The sun was never out and it even drizzled when Christy and I shot these photos.