Aaah, it's only been 2 weeks and I terribly miss my L.A. peeps...
Every time I visit my folks in California, I always look back and think about my “high-low,” reflecting on highlights and lowlights of my
trip. I am thankful for the great
moments and I pray and work harder for the not so good ones. I actually evaluate my “high-low” every
night (thanks to my friend Stacy who got me started on this.) I find it rewarding and
therapeutic, and the many blessings are truly humbling. Fortunately, there are no lowlights during my last visit in Los Angeles.
On a personal highlight, my dad’s health is in the upswing and he is in
positive spirit. My mom, who
tirelessly cares for him 24/7, is keeping strong, healthy and happily enjoying
daily “teleseryes” on TFC and GMA. They are the beautiful reason why I am always in LaLa Land...
On the fash side, my L.A. stay is really not complete without a
fashion scene. Good thing the
first ever Fashion Brunch hosted by Cabral Edwards Management and Bri Seeley
was happening at the hottest spot, Beso Hollywood (Rick serves the best red
sangria, for realz!). I was so thrilled to
make connections with old, new and fellow journalists, bloggers and brand
managers. And a big THANKS to Caress, Sole Society, LeSport Sac, Kix’ies ThighHighs, Pursenal Butler and other sponsors who spoiled us with fabulous swags!
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| Maile Cabral of Cabral Edwards Management, Bri Seeley of Bri Seeley Clothing, yours truly for Chasing Sheila, and Christine Kayayan of Sole Society |
Finally, real fashion goodies that I can showcase! The LeSport Sac totes are so versatile and roomy, the striking red Korie clutch by Sole Society is trendy for a night out, and the navy (available in red) Modern Floral statement necklace also by Sole Society is perfect for spring styling. I can't wait to wear them all. The Pursenal Butler bag wipes are great antibacterial and leather conditioning for my purse collection, and I love the Scarlet and Gold note cards, XOXO says it all! There's so much more and oh so much fun…the event was a knockout!
Speaking of KO’s…it didn’t happen! However, Pacquiao still
dominated en route to reclaiming the welterweight belt stolen from him in the
first Bradley fight due to one of the most egregious decisions in boxing
history. Definitely a highlight in
all Filipino households, I too witnessed the nail-biting
Pacquiao-Bradley bout with family and friends. Evidenced by the “Desert Storm’s”
relentless taunting in the ring, Bradley clearly did not reflect on Pacman’s
killer punch line during their pre-fight face off interview with Max Kellerman
just the month before. Pacquiao
quoted Matthew 23:12 – Those who humble themselves will be exalted and those
who exalt themselves will be humbled.
Amen, I say!
Finally, a global highlight - Last month at Coachella,
H&M Hennes & Mauritz AB announced its next designer collaboration (drum roll please)… Alexander
Wang, creative director of Kering SA Balenciaga’s fashion and accessories
brand. Wang is the youngest and first American designer to partner with
H&M, who will design clothes and accessories for both men and women. You wouldn’t want to miss
this capsule collection. It will
hit select H&M stores on November 6th so mark your calendars!
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| H&M creative advisor Margareta van den Bosch and Alexander Wang Photo credits Trend Hotspot |
A few more weeks and I'll be back in L.A., but for now there's a a few local happenings worth checking out. So like always, get your FASH on, keep styling and make a fashion scene. Visit and LIKE Chasing Sheila on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
XOXO,
Sheila
