Monthly Archives: May 2008

Cherms and Jay Engagement!

Posted on May 21, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

(L: I couldn’t find a picture of the couple, so I’m just posting one of us)(R: update: ok. i finally met up w/ them and took a decent picture! hahah) A huge CONGRATS to Chermaine and Jay for their recent … Continue reading →

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Rain In Spain Jacquard Dress

Posted on May 20, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

I love the yellows this season, esp. mustard.  Looking in my closet, there’s a dearth of yellow hues.  When I found this Rain in Spain dress by WCAGA on the racks, I absolutely loved it!  It was more of a … Continue reading →

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"Let’s Go Fly a Kite"

Posted on May 19, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

we bought her first kite @ TARGET for $3.  She’s been wanting a kite since the beginning of spring, so when I found this ultra cute child’s kite for $3, I quickly bought it and surprised her with it.  With … Continue reading →

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summer wishes

Posted on May 19, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

I’m a sucker for flowers…no lie- not really “floral” patterns, but applique and embellishments.  So I’ve definitely been crushing on these two summer items: First. The sandals.  I’m a big wedge fan for the summer but when I saw these, … Continue reading →

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Khaki Tulip Skirt

Posted on May 19, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

I frequented my favorite store and caught the skirt I returned because the 4 was too big for me (and because I felt guilty spending $70 on a skirt).  Well, just a few months later, it hit the sale rack … Continue reading →

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Pinoy Musik Festival

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

Shamefully enough, I’m not very up to date on the Filipino music scene.  I admit the horror I feel when sometimes I watch Filipino game shows like WowWowWee, because I honestly feel there’s such a resonance of many cultural ideals … Continue reading →

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First Panties

Posted on May 16, 2008 by Marchesa Ababa

so ninang chelle and i accompanied emma to her first panty shopping trip. YES! I said it-   P A N T I E S.  We went to Gymboree to choose Emma’s first panties since she’s now toilet trained.  She uses … Continue reading →

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