PAINT THE TOWN ROUGE

Of course, a trip to San Francisco wouldn't be complete without a visit to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. The weather was perfect that day, though, a bit windy as usual. Thankfully, Lola A had her trusty long coat to keep her warm while exploring the lovely sights in NorCal's most scenic and most visited landmark! 

Without a doubt, Lola A's vivid red brocade trousers brought the sun out! Check out a few snaps from Lola A's SanFo afternoon rendezvous!

Top - Zara blouse + Anteprima long coat / Bottom - H&M brocade slim trousers

Accessories - Balenciaga Work handbag + Opening Ceremony sunnies / Footwear - Church's patent brogues

Photos by Patrick Singson

COMFORT OVER STYLE

Without a doubt, Lola A favors comfort over style when traveling. Normally, she prepares her luggage several days before her departure to avoid leaving behind any of her travel essentials. Never cram at the eleventh hour. Otherwise, it's a disaster waiting to happen. 

Here are some tips from Lola A to have an awesome vacation:

1. Bring your comfiest sneakers or flats since most of the time you will be on your feet roaming around. Of course, nobody wants unpleasant dead toenails at the end of the trip.

2. Pack wrinkle-free ready-to-wear garments. You'd rather have that extra time recuperating from all the shopping and sightseeing.

3. Master the art of layering. This is quite handy when you are traveling to somewhere cold. Layer up or layer down depending on the temperature and the wind situation.

4. A roomy purse is a must for your beauty survival kit!

5. Take your favorite pair of sunnies with you. This will protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. It's also your best weapon to conceal those sleepless nights!

Top - Giordano Ladies cardigan + H&M blouse / Bottom - H&M leggings

Accessories - Balenciaga Work handbag + random scarf / Footwear - Bensimon slip-ons

Photos by Patrick Singson

NEO PRIM

It's hard to find a dress that fits you like a glove and matches your personality. And when you finally find it just go ahead and swipe that plastic. This scene-stealing neoprene "LBD" is a steal at Php 3,450 at H&M. It is surprisingly well-made considering it's from a high-street label. Definitely a must-buy for a crazy night with the girls or a romantic date with the hubby!

Top - H&M neoprene dress / Footwear - Zara slip-ons / Eyewear - Linda Farrow x Alexander Wang sunnies

BIRTHDAY BLUES

Lola goes corporate casual wearing a cropped button-down and leather tie ensemble paired with baggy blue denims on her birthday. It's a simple and chic ensemble with a twist. Lola A pays close attention to little details like texture and cut. Paired correctly and you get a nice combo. Like what they say wine gets better with age so does style.  

Top - H&M cropped button-down, Bottom - Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair baggy dark denim 

Footwear - Zara heels / Accessories - Undercover leather necktie + Hermes Kelly handbag