PGLC's Rainbow Drops and Sugary Sweet Lolita Meet

I don't know why it took me this long to post about this beautiful event... Maybe because I didn't have too many photos to share and maybe because I wasn't really feeling so good about myself during this meet. But believe me, all the girls who have attended the meet were all nice and purrrdy!~ 

Please check out my friend's post about this event. :)

Justine Chantelle's blog

You may have noticed the girl in yellow/black heart jsk -- she's my daughter. *wink* 

Here's one photo of her:

Note to self: 

I must take a decent photo of this JSK. :]

I want to thank and congratulate my lovely daughter/friend Amadeobeloved for organizing this meet.

The event took place in Xocolat Katipunan, btw. A very cozy place for chocolate lovers. :) 

To all the girls who have been there, thank you and it was a pleasure meeting you all!~

The PGLC 2nd Anniversary

I'm late! I'm late!

Those were the words running in my thoughts while I was in the cab on my way to the venue of the event. There were heavy traffic, the scorching heat of the afternoon sun and many other things along the way. It was freaking annoying that I have to go through all those things. And I just realized that I was 15 miles away from home. GAAAAH! @_@ 

BUT, I must be there. 

Good thing, I went off alone. I don't think I can tolerate a whining companion. 

As soon as I land there, imagine this: All of the girls were smiling and hugging me and saying, "Mummeh, you made it!" and "You're here! Oooh, I love your hair!" and all I could say was:

"F*ck this place."

So soooorry!~ I was really tired and all. I'm so mean. >_< Thank you, girls, for being so understanding. ♥

Anyway, to cut things short, the day went well. It was a lot of fun! Though some of my dearest girls weren't there. : ( 

Everything still worked out fine. PLUS, we met some new addition to our growing family. ♥ Much, much luurrrve, eh?  

So, yeah.. Feast your eyes with these photos! 

She's my favorite girl of the day! She made that dress by herself. How talented!~ ♥

Sisters, Therjie and Jane ---> always present in our events. And Liac. My! Effortlessly pretty!

Kleng and Rae

There goes Liac again with the maids at Meidolls Cafe.

Ger and Jes ♥

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Ysai, Jane and >_< ♥

Change places? ♥

Us, while playing some silly and fun game. xDDD

And of course, a group shot!~

Yes, I know, I kinda look like Nikki Minaj. >.< That's what they were all saying. Well, I didn't mean to imitate her hair or what. I told you, my hair's supposed to be purple but it wasn't successful. After so many washes, it turned pink. >.< Which I don't really like. So, I'm going to change it as soon as I'm back on my normal routine again. :3

To my girls, thank you! Both you who were there and those who didn't make it. It's just fine. We can still catch up on our next tea party. And that is going to be soon, right? I really wish to see all of you and hug you and chat with you. xDDD ♥

Happy 2nd year to us! More years to come! Cheers! ♥

A favor for a friend

We did some head shots for my friend's portfolio who happens to be a makeup artist. He invited us over to his place and started right away because it was raining so bad. We wanted natural source of light and yeah, it didn't happen. Bleh! :p 

Anyway, I will only be sharing a few photos here because I promised not to divulge too much about this shoot. These are RAW photos, btw. :) 

~♥~

 The mask hair accessory was designed by *eherm* ME! ^_^ 

Now available for sale in our shop Labyrinth Garden

It's been quite a while since I made something really special. :) This mask fascinator is hand painted and I added the skull cameo that I have and that's been kept in my stash for a very loOong time. I might be making more soon since I enjoyed making this. And I might be posting them in my Etsy shop. Oh, well.. Too many plans but soo little time. >_< 

OH!~ If not for this shoot, I wouldn't know how my hair really looks like. >_<

They started calling me Rainbow Brite. tsss!

Right now, my hair is turning pink and I don't know if I like it that way. I might re-color it before the PGLC Anniversary on the 29th of October. So yeah, I'll see you later again. Gotta work on what to wear for that event.  ♥

PGLC 2nd Anniversary

More Caffeine, please?

I wasn't able to post our International Lolita Day meet up happenings on time. *me too lazy?!* Anyway, Jaja was able to tell you about it in her blog. I guess that you already know what really happened that day. Just to recap, the event took place at my favorite coffee shop (that's within the neighborhood), too near for me but really far from most of my guests. But they've managed to arrive safe. All of the girls were in their lovely dresses that stunned my neighbors! @_@ It's the first time they've witnessed such gathering! *cough* Pardon their *cough* ignorance *more cough* 

We're supposed to have a tea party but DANG! Only few of these girls enjoy hot tea. If it's a bubble tea then it'll be okay with them. Too bad, my favorite tea shop is a bit far from here and there's no easy way that all of us could get there since we weren't able to rent a car. I am glad that they all agreed that we do it here in this very nice coffee shop nearby. Also, this is where I used to sit to while away two long, boring hours of my daughter's summer lessons in tennis. Mind you! Their products are low priced but the taste! THE TASTE - isn't cheap! 

Here are some snap shots I took before the event.

Located in front of the village clubhouse. Not really hard to find, eh?

I luuurve to sit here!~ ♥ 

This area is turned into a stage for acoustic nights, usually on weekends.

coffee mug napkin holder and ash tray half filled with ground coffee beans. I can see recycling here!~

*cold choco shake and my fave pepperoni bread stick!*

YUM!~ Sorry! No pics of my fave Iced Cappuccino.. 

Few shots during the event.

Dear Roca during the ILD...

That's Izh and me (I wore my stripey set and oooh! I love it!) and the fan! LOL xDDD

I don't have much photos to share since I was the hostess and am really busy keeping track of the girls who fought hard with the traffic just to make it here. Thanks, by the way! :) 

To wrap it up, the event was successful, fun and really memorable for me! I hope we can do this again soon. Even if it's not ILD, even if it's just an ordinary day, right? :) Who needs an occasion? We can have fun any day, all day long! As long as our pockets permit! Ayt? xDDD 

So here's the last photo, I grabbed from a dear friend.

*heartmelts* ♥

Now, I am aching for a shot of caffeine... Gotta go!~

Behind the frills and Jasmine tea

Thank you for patiently waiting! Really, I was excited to tell you all about this epic event! Since Lolita lifestyle/fashion have started capturing the young girls heart (and the young at heart girls - LOL!) here in PH, I've never heard of an event like this before. Maybe there was or some must've attempted but the one we just had was really heartwarming and fun and EPIC! ^_^ 

All in! :D

 The event was attended by only a chosen few because it is solely for the members of our little forum/community. We do not like haters/posers/backstabbers partying with us, so we decided to keep it intimate. Jaja, the forum founder/admin and the event organizer have done a real good job! I believe she deserves a pampering package for a day in the spa and a lot of hugs! (^_^)

Just look at that lovely dress she made for the event! Awesome girl!

I arrived at the venue with my 2 eldest kids, my sister and her daughter a little early. Of course we have to be there before the gates open since I will be managing a booth there and my sister will take care of the food together with a fellow Lolita, Meki. 

Sharing the table with Jaja and Kleng

some yumminess on the table! *nomnomnom*

When I saw that the girls are starting to doll up themselves, I realized I shouldn't have come in full Lolita outfit! *toinks!* I mean not just yet because the fashion show will start in two hours. Jaja asked, "Mumeh, aren't you going to change later for the catwalk?" and I was like, @_@ du-uh! yeah, right! How forgetful I could be? I just ruined the element of surprise! *boinks!* Anyway, such mistakes are always inevitable for it was the first time I am going to be walking in the middle of almost nowhere, with the blinding spotlight on your face and loud music plus the scrutinizing eyes all on you! *gasp!* 

Us, while trying to drive our anxiety away..

But before that, we had a very fun open discussion with the other members. We had a question and answer portion during the time. The event was also graced by a guest performer who sang two songs for us. Some have gathered around our booth. While I took my chance on Caz' table. Ooohlala! I just love the tarot, the tea cup and  the palm reading she offered. 

The open forum fun!

love the voice! ♥

She's my fave girl of the day!

I was amazed by her abilities... :)) wonderful!

 I feel sorry that I don't have much photos taken during our catwalk. But I hope you will be delighted with these few snaps... :]

After the nerve-wracking moment!!!

 Oh, yeah! Now I know that I really, truly suck at catwalk! LOL! xD 

We still have a little more time left for chatting with some friends and photo ops after the highlight and I really took advantage of it! *hihihi* I'd say why not? It's a very special time for us to chat and catch up. We don't get as much chance during conventions, right? :)) Well, here are some more random photos...

my lovely, Izhia 3

another mommy Lolita, Xiar ♥

the twinnie ♥

whacky shot

See? Long posts are loooong... xD To wrap it up, the event was successful! We may have imperfections but I believe it is forgivable. I would like to congratulate and thank everyone and of course Jaja for making this happen. I feels so blessed to have met you all! And my heart really yearns for more!

And as for you, my dearest readers, I hope you had fun with my post. We're working on our next meet up soon. ~YAY!~

See you again later... xD

♥

*** photo credits to jaja and rin - thank you loves! ***