My dear friend, Frances of TopazHorizon.com mentioned in one of our chats that publishing LOTD (Look of the Day) and OOTD (Outfit of the Day) entries can actually be good for our blog’s traffic. I easily dismissed that as not for me — I really would rather post product shots of stuff I use more than posting photos of myself. I am way too shy! But I later thought again, and said to myself, why on earth not! I glam up when I get the chance, why not post them away? It’s my blog anyway! If haters would come mock, it should not really be that big a deal. They can easily jump off to the next eye-friendlier site. 😛
Because we are always in a hurry before we leave, I was not able to have my photo taken before the fact. So these photos were actually taken when I got back home. Faded makeup and barely there lipstick? Go figure. 🙂
Necklace: Hubby’s pasalubong from Dubai
Pendant: Jade from Vietnam
Dress: RTW bought from a friend
Footwear: Crocs Women’s Leigh Wedge
Watch: Fossil Resin Pearlized Boyfriend Watch
Bangle: Raks Glam
Earrings: Raks Glam
As you might have noticed, all accessories are by Raks Glam (maybe my next post will be a feature of antique estate jewelry). I essentially had these photos taken to be featured alongside the accessories Raks Glam sent me some couple of months back. But I figured it will be the perfect venue for my first ever LOTD post. Yes, 5 years after this blog was born comes this first LOTD entry. Late bloomer much? 🙂
As for how frequent this is going to be, I plan not to pressure myself about it. My push is to encourage women of any age to take care of themselves. I’m 36 and there is no way I’m hiding that fact. The theme of this blog may not entirely sound like it is authored by a lady my age but since I have no plans of selling this domain just yet, I might as well make use of my influence to get my message across through my blog entries and advocacies.
“Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious.” 1 Peter 3:3-4
Truth is, a woman’s real beauty can’t be seen by the naked eyes. But I have always believed in my heart that is no reason for us to resort to looking sloppy and boring. May the above verse be an encouragement to us women that above all things pink and pretty, we should pursue inner beauty. 🙂
I am one of those who loves to read entries with OOTD ; p
xoxo
MrsMartinez
You’re wearing 36 well. I’m 33 myself and I’ve learned to like how I look only when I got older. There’s something about my 30s that makes me feel more confident and secure.
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You are so pretty! I love the whole ensemble. I’m really crossing my fingers that we are related. =)
uy nice! I want to try it din kaso the camera hates me 🙁
you look fresh pa din!
You look AMAZING! You know I really think women, especially Christian wives, should care for their appearance. Mama told me our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit so we have to look good! =)
You can be a great model and I love your ensemble!
oh, so love the shots of you, and couldn’t add more with your thoughts, i am so with you about we don’t have to look sloppy and boring even if we know that true beauty is inside.
Sis, you look so fresh and lovely! Just beautiful! Great shots!
Pardon the ignorance but what’s OOTD and LOTD?
I like the dress and the boyfriend watch. 🙂
I love the outfit and the accessories, especially the earrings and bangle!
Marami talaga akong natutunan sa Fashion and Moms blog. Yes ako alam ko na ang LOTD (Look of the Day) and OOTD (Outfit of the Day). Shy rin ako sa kabobohan ko. LOL
You are one of the most fasyon people I know! love your OOTD!
You look really cool and fab in this OOTD post sis. Keep it coming.
Might as well think of doing OOTD posts in the future too. LOL. I still need a lot of courage and confidence to do it. Hehehe
nice first LOTD! more to come 🙂
xx Dress Me Up Buttercup
I used to do outfit shots when I was younger, then I stopped, because I felt that dressing up is like a daily routine.. then I realized, it would be much fun to see old ensembles you put together for certain event, day, celebration. I might start doing it again. But still thinking if I should share.
You look pretty as always Jen! 🙂
I was reading the title of your post and i was like, What’s LOTD? lol! Now I am getting caught up with these fashion linggos! You look really glamorous! Love your earings:)
You look great! You should do more LOTD posts :)I love doing LOTDs myself hehehe 🙂 I really, really like your shoes and accessories here 🙂
You look great! There is nothing to be shy about.
You look Fab! Looking forward to seeing more of your LOTD entries soon. 🙂
Oh snap! It’s your first time and yet, you did really well! 🙂
Love this LOTD and OOTD! 🙂 You’re gorgeous, Ate. <3
Nice look and outfit! =) Muntikan na naman ako mapa-Google kung anu ang LOTD kagaya ng ginawa ko sa OOTD na yan.. Hehehe.. Mahina pick-up ng utak ko pagdating sa mga abbreviated words na ganyan.. =D