charleneajose x Love Preloved Shoppe (Kulay-ccessories)

Love Preloved Shoppe is all about reducing the carbon footprint of fashionistas by providing one-of-a-kind, trendy and high quality preloved and thrifted clothes. We also aim to make fashion accessible and affordable to everyone. Kulay-ccessories is an extension of Love Preloved Shopped and is purely made for accessories. We are color-oriented and believe that colors add that magical sparkle. (Source)

Kulay-ccessories is a newly opened shop (branching out from their main shop, Love Preloved Shop) owned and managed by partners Chris and Greg. Before this collaboration, I had a chance to personally meet the two when they asked me to model for one of their collections. Fast forward to the present, the dynamic duo decided to hold a collaboration with my blog, and here we are now!

My first item from Kulay-ccessories (this fox candy inspired necklace) came in the mail a week ago (see more outfit photos here) What I love the most about their shop is that each and every piece is unique and handmade with love. Moreover, the shop lives up to its name by providing clients with original designs in striking colors. I personally get a mood lift every time I browse their albums. Haha! But wait, that’s not the best part. Aside from being able to exclusively own a design, Kulay-ccessories price range is as fab as their products. Simple pieces go from 150php and up to  300php to 350php for the more intricate pieces. They also do customizations so if you have a design in mind, feel free to drop them a message (contact details can be found at the end of this post) and tell them your request!

Anyway, below are some of their products. Colors, colors and more colors!

Oh and before I forget. Please check out my blog tomorrow at 10pm. Kulay-ccessories hosted a splendid giveaway for you guys! You know the drill. See you! ;)

And to end this post, a few words from the owners themselves.

Hi readers of Cha’s blog! being followers of Cha means that you have really good taste, seriously! We invite you to view our clothing collections and see our new accessory line as well, and hope that you can integrate our items into your wardrobe. Add a splash of color into your wardrobe with Kulay-ccessories! See you soon! - Chris and Greg

You can find Kulay-ccessories on Facebook and on their main site, Love Preloved Shoppe. Love Preloved Shoppe/Kulay-ccessories can be contacted through text by sending a message to 09164193553.

Do you want to collaborate with my blog? Send me an e-mail! (chrlnajose@yahoo.com) :)

Logo and product photos from Kulay-ccessories

Make up by: Khendie Ajose

Photos by: Chelsea Ajose

Source: charleneajose

9 May 19 Permalink

charleneajose x The Luxurious Shop

We are all about anything under the sun. Clothes, bag, shoes and beauty products - you name it, we have it. (Source)

The Luxurious Shop (formerly The Luxurious Girl) is a pioneer online shop owned and managed by mom-preneur Odess Marquez. TLS started it’s waves last 2007. They mostly sell pre-order Korean apparels, bags and shoes plus beauty products on the side. They’ve been in business for so long (they’ve already sold more than a thousand items!) that they’re now already on their 51st batch!

Below are some photos of the things they sell.

What I love about The Luxurious Shop is that they offer quality items at very (emphasis on the very) low prices. I have never seen a pre-order shop sell items with prices so low. When I asked Mrs. Odess why this is so, she answered “We offer what the customer wants for a cheaper price. Mabuti nga ikaw napansin mo yun, eh.” Shorts and skirts (the photos above. These are on hand, by the way) sell for only 350php each. The shoes start at only 580php each. And are you ready for this? Nothing is over 950php. Anyway, just in case you won’t take my word for it, they also have a feedback section here. :)

The Luxurious Shop sent me a package a few days ago, and inside were high waist floral shorts (which I wore here) and a pair of Vivienne Westwood X Melissa inspired Jelly wedges. I have always been hesitant in buying things made from plastic, but these shoes are just to die for. These actually changed my perspective, and now I am hooked! The heel height is perfect for everyday. Not too high (that will make me an awkward giant especially when I’m with my family and friends) and not too low. The fact that they’re made of plastic also makes it the best shoes to wear when you want to play and romp around (spell light and comfy) Another thing I love about these shoes is how perfect they are for our very bipolar weather. You wouldn’t have to worry about getting your shoes ruined by the rain anymore!

I love bows. I think they’re the only really girly girly things I can pile on (bow rings, bow headbands, bow shorts?) and not feel ‘too dolled up’

But wait, I haven’t gotten to the best part yet. Because of my obsession with these jelly wedges, I’ve scoured high and low in search for the best price the market can offer (student budget. Hello) The best deal I saw was 1000php over at Greenhills (may tawad na yan by my tawad master Mother, guys. Original price raw eh 1600php) Now do you know how much TLS sells these for? Ready? The Luxurious Shop sells these wedges for only 800php! Oh kamown mamon. Naloka ako. I swear. Haha!

Before I forget, we have another surprise for you guys! Since you’re all good readers and I love every one of you so much, TLS and That Certain Charlene will be giving away one Vivienne Westwood X Melissa inspired Jelly wedges (your choice of size and color) to a lucky reader! Please do check my blog tomorrow at 10pm to know how (But of course, you can always order your own. Right?) ;)

You can find The Luxurious Shop on Facebook, Twitter and Multiply. TLS can be contacted through text by sending a message to 09178826510 or 09228840406.

Do you want to collaborate with my blog? Send me an e-mail! (chrlnajose@yahoo.com) :)

Logo and product photos from The Luxurious Shop

Photos by: Chelsea Ajose

Source: charleneajose

5 April 38 Permalink

charleneajose x RK Manila

We are all about heels, trendy pieces and all that glitters! R&K Manila offers all things that girls love, including the most coveted shoe and bag collections and funky accessories! (Source)

R&K Manila is a fairly new online based shop (only 8 months old to date!) owned and managed by the awesome twosome - sisters Ruby and Kristin. They started their shop on the day of their Mom’s birthday. At present, they offer clients pre-order shoes and bags plus on hand accessories.

Here are just some of my top picks from their albums.

R&K Manila sent me a package of accessories some weeks ago. One of these is this dainty swallow and floral necklace. You can view more photos and details of my outfit here on this post. Anyway, let me now tell you what I love about R&K Manila. First of all, I love how organized their albums are. Unlike other online pre-order shops who place all product selections in one album, R&K segregates them by category. They also think of fun names for each - bootie patootie, jeepers creepers, sweet pastels and wild jungle to name a few. Another thing to love about their shop is their price range! Accessories go from 200php to 400php, bags on the other hand start at 1400php to 1800php while shoes go from 1500php to 2500php. And then of course, we should never forget about good customer service. R&K Manila provides customers answers to almost everything, from shipping rates, payment options and size guides. They also have an album for ‘actual product photos’ as well, which I personally think every pre-order shop should have.

R&K Manila also has a sister shop - Kalm Cosmetics, an online based make up shop.

And now, for a surprise! Eying any one (or two, hint hint) of the necklaces above? R&K Manila was nice enough to sponsor another giveaway for you guys! Be sure to check out my blog tomorrow at 10:30pm to find out how!

Edit: Giveaway already posted! Click this to join! :)

You can find R&K Manila on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr (Ruby’s and Kristin’s) R&K Manila can be contacted through text by sending a message to 09158547956 or by sending an e-mail to rkmanila@yahoo.com

Do you want to collaborate with my blog? Send me an e-mail! (chrlnajose@yahoo.com) :)

Logo and product photos from RK Manila

Photos by: Chelsea Ajose

Source: charleneajose

19 March 22 Permalink

charleneajose x Paradise Treats

We are all about the sweet treats each girl must have when it comes to fashion. Why us? Because its time for you to give in to your guilty pleasures when it comes to fashion! Plunge into our exceptionally dashing items that will surely give you an electrifying taste of heaven on earth! We provide women with classy, stylish and up to date apparel that will surely make women come back for more! (Source)

Paradise Treats is a year old online shop and the brainchild of Patricia Nicole Chua. Patricia started Paradise Treats (then Smooch Exclusives) when she was an incoming college senior. At present, Paradise Treats provides clothing for women of all ages, and also sells random stuff on the side like mobile phone cases, watches and lip products to name a few.

Paradise Treats sent me a package some weeks ago. One of the things inside was this lovely overlap skirt. More details on how I wore the skirt on this post. Anyway, let me know tell you the things I love about Paradise Treats. First and foremost, Paradise Treats provide basic pieces with a twist. The ‘twist’ can either be a really uncommon print, quirky buttons, unusually shaped pockets - you name it! And what’s amazing about this is though their basics have a wildcard feel to them, you can still wear them over and over again. It’s just a matter of styling it differently every time. Moving on, another reason to love them is because they only use high quality materials for their products, but before you go on thinking, ‘Hey, high quality? That means their prices are high’ think again! Their skirts go from 350 to 450php. Blouses go from 550php to 700php and their floral couture dresses sell for only 850php to 900php. Imagine that! And last but not the last, Paradise Treats collections are always limited in stock, so you don’t have to worry about bumping into someone in the same clothes as you. Quality affordable, that’s what Paradise Treats is all about. :)

You can find Paradise Treats on Multiply, Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr. Paradise Treats can be contacted through text by sending a message to 09167385233 or by sending an e-mail to paradisetreats@rocketmail.com

Do you want to collaborate with my blog? Send me an e-mail! (chrlnajose@yahoo.com) :)

Logo and product photos from Paradise Treats

Photos by: Chelsea Ajose

Source: charleneajose

12 March 25 Permalink

charleneajose x Hubs and Buns

Our online store offers stylish yet inexpensive clothes that are surely easy on the pocket. We personally selected these clothes and made sure that they are of top quality and condition. We also sell brand new accessories like bags, earrings, bracelets and necklaces. (Source)

Hubs and Buns is an online store who specializes in personally selected vintage and brand new clothes as well as accessories. It is owned and managed by University of Santo Tomas graduates Mary Ann and Saul. They started Hubs and Buns way back in 2007 but stopped operations in 2009 due to school related activities. However, they made their way back in the online business sometime in 2010. At present, Hubs and Buns now carries chic clothes and accessories made affordable for everyone.

Here are some of my top picks from their albums. Their items sell like hotcakes and most of these are either already reserved or sold out. I’ve actually had my fair share of having a shopper’s heartbreak when someone got to buy this lovely red leather jacket before I did. I haven’t gotten over it yet (I have detachment issues haha) so if you were the lucky girl (Or guy?) who bought this, please message me if ever you want to resell! Anyway, if you don’t want to experience the same thing I did, you better be fast or else someone might get the item before you do! :P

Moving on, Hubs and Buns sent me a floral skirt (view the outfit post here) and a pair of lovely high waist peach shorts some weeks ago. What I love about their shop is that you can never tell whether the items are brand new or vintage. I also love the fact that all of their items are personally handpicked by Mary Ann, which only proves her amazing sense of style (Ang ganda lang ng collections nila guys) What’s even more amazing though is their price range! Their tops, dresses and bottoms go from 300php to 330php while the blazers and jackets go from 350php to 450php. Hubs and Buns interact with their customers a lot too. Want a certain item but can’t find it anywhere? Comment here and they will try their best to find it for you. Now that’s what I call customer service. But the best part is yet to come (Oo, mayroon pa) Hubs and Buns don’t only offer quality and affordable clothes and accessories (Feather earrings for only 80php anyone?) but they also help the environment as well. They use recycled paper to wrap their items before shipping. Now tell me if that doesn’t deserve a round of applause! :)

Another thing to love about Hubs and Buns - they have a very clean and organized website!

High waist peach shorts courtesy of Hubs and Buns (Thank you!) Shoes from Call it Spring. More photos here.

Lastly, Hubs and Buns was kind enough to sponsor another surprise for you guys! Be sure to check my blog tomorrow at 10pm to find out what it is! :)

You can find Hubs and Buns on Multiply, Facebook and Tumblr. They also have an account on Lookbook and Chictopia. You can also stay updated with them through their blog! Hubs and Buns can be contacted through text by sending a message to 09272190059 or by sending an e-mail to hubsandbuns@yahoo.com

Do you want to collaborate with my blog? Send me an e-mail! (chrlnajose@yahoo.com) :)

Logo and product photos from Hubs and Buns.

Hair and make up: Krizia Catapang

Photography: Jash Manuel

Source: charleneajose

19 February 22 Permalink

charleneajose x ALT Manila

ALT Manila’s style philosophy is understated elegance. We believe in fashion but advocate style.

The influx of low-cost and mass fashion items made us want to give our Filipina fashionistas more value for their money by offering affordable stylish items with great quality. We only have a limited number of items and color variations to maintain the uniqueness of our products. We believe in the sense of style of today’s young Filipina and want to offer them the very best to suit their style and fashion needs. (Source)

ALT Manila is a newly launched bag and luggage shop owned and managed by friends Aimee Pua, Lyndy Ong and Therese Syling. They offer a variety of fashionable and trendy bags with great quality at very affordable prices.

Envelope Clutch bags by ALT Manila - Fall Collection

ALT Manila actually sent me two of their best selling products - the envelope clutch bags in Red and in Taupe. Most people think you simply cannot put anything inside, but you will be proven wrong. Their 14”x9.5” envelope clutch can fit a variety of items - wallets, keys, make up, notebooks, phones and even an iPad! The best thing about their clutches is that you can use it not only as a clutch, but also as a wristlet or a sling bag. Amazing right? But the fun doesn’t stop there, because when I say affordable, I really meant it. These bags sell for only 600php each. They sell like hotcakes so I suggest you get yourself one now! :)

Other products - Go Pro! briefcases for 1200php (top) and Cabas Totes for 1800php (bottom)

Anyway, be sure to check my blog tomorrow at 10pm! ALT Manila and I cooked up a surprise for my lovely readers! :D

Envelope clutch bags used as wristlets

Envelope clutch bags used as sling bags

You can find ALT Manila on Multiply, Facebook and Twitter. You can also contact them through text by sending a message to 09155108842 or by sending an e-mail to ilove@altmanila.com/altmanila@yahoo.com

Logo and product photos from ALT Manila

Special thanks to Dianne Dequina and Keziah Manuel

Photography: Jash Manuel

Source: charleneajose

8 February 31 Permalink