The Fashion Photographer: Jaro Furosaki

Two tears ago, i found an ebay user that sells Ayumi cd and since Im an Ayumi Hamasaki fan, I bought it right away. A smooth and fast transaction. That's how I might this guy.

1. Tell us something about yourself.

My name's Mark Jaro Necesito, better known as Jaro Furosaki. I'm filipino and yes I'm part Japanese but I'm more pinoy & more colloquial with Japanese culture. I'm a self-taught fashion photographer and still practicing more about this field everyday. I'm a multimedia arts (under-graduate) student from Asia Pacific College who shifted to Mass Communication in University of Cordilleras, Baguio City (before this, I shifted from other courses as well!) to finally fulfill my dreams of being a professional fashion photographer and work on big magazine titles such as PREVIEW, NYLON and the likes! ;) I love to travel but I seldom do travel photography but if given a chance to travel around the world, I will not even think twice of accepting an offer! I love fashion and arts as it revolves around me everyday! I'm obsessed with my partner in the near future, Mr. Rabbit.

2. Describe your personal style.

My personal style actually depends on my mood. I don't really stick to one style as I change my style every year & yes I am quite bipolar when it comes to my personality. I like looking like a little boy, my style can be categorized in street/hip-hop/preppy. Sexuality-wise, I will never be caught doing drag as I'm fine with the way I am, I do not need to mod myself up to look "FABULOUS" & "DASHING", I'd rather celebrate my masculinity in a fashionable statement.

I like wearing T-shirts with cute prints on 'em that would symbolize quirkiness & my child-like attitude paired with cute shorts & socks/leggings, however, due to extremities of the climate here in Baguio, I now wear denim jeans. My sense of style is really complicated when it comes to describing it as it varies, let's just say that my fashion is inspired from Alice in Wonderland meets Peter Pan riding a unicorn over a rainbow, picture that and that would be it! coloooooooors~~~♥



3. When did you start to like this kind of fashion and how?
I started dressing up when I first opened a magazine in Japan called FRUiTS. I was astonished and I feel inspired, I thought I was already doing good with the way I dress! The photos of people compelled me to dress better than them, though most of them can be seen with tacky, carnival & unusual coordination of patterns & colors, I wanted to look like them. I kept reading those magazines until I was able to adapt its sense of style. Since I've always wanted to be unique, I narrowed down three words altogether (individualism + japan + immaturity) to achieve something striking & eccentric.



4. What are your top 10 closet must haves?
1.] multi-colored socks/leggings
2.] cadette shorts from K-2
3.] neon colored preppy jackets (which I rarely wear)
4.] vintage-looking vests from thrift stores
5.] military coats (for when I feel like going in a battle)
6.] BAPE hoodies!! (they have th cutest monkey prints~♥)
7.] a big box filled with eyeglasses without its lenses :))
8.] 2 make-up bags filled with cute hair-clips & pins
9.] denim jeans! (it goes well with anything!)
10.] piles & piles of hats! ♥ I love collecting different kinds of 'em! from a russian hat to a baseball cap! :D

5. Beauty products that you cannot live without
Three of my essentials would be...

Milk Tea cleansing foam from Etude House
I've been using this "tasty" treat for years now & I haven't gotten any skin irritations 'til now! I would recommend this as a daily regimen for skin care. I just wish I could mix this together with a hot water to make milk tea! haha! It really smells good if you're a fan of milk tea. ♥

NIVEA shaving foam
I shave my 'stache every morning after brushing my teeth. It has aloe vera as I have sensitive skin, it doesn't leave me irritations & blisters! It's a must for every guy to shave with a facial foam. Put this on your list as shaving without foams could cause pimples/breakouts!

Garnier Light daycream
For someone who lives in a place like Baguio, a moisturizer is a must! I don't use make-up, just moisturizers and this one really helps a lot as it prevent my skin to dry! Goes for the boys & girls, yes. :3




6. Who are your fashion icons and why?

I have two as I'm very bipolar when it comes to fashion.
When I feel like going crazy & mental, I'd side with Mr. John Galliano. His designs are just as intricate as his mind! J'adore his couture!

I'm mostly caught wearing street style kind of clothes (from BAPES to anything urban! \m/ hellyeaaaah!) I love Jeremy Scott, unfortunately, the style would be categorized as (the infamous) jejemon due to it's colorful palette & head-turning details. Anything colorful is considered jejemon in the Philippines as this look was sported by the jejemons themselves (due to countless visuals & designs shown by KPOP artists). But hell yeah, just suck it up & care less 'bout their opinions! ^^)b 



7. What are some fashion/makeup tips that you would like to share?
I don't wear cosmetics to keep my skin healthy and pimple-free, I'd trust a dermatologist on that. But here's a tip for guys, never shave your 'stache or side burns upright as it would irritate the skin while shaving and could cause breakouts, so whenever you shave it upright, it's like you're planting pimples on your cheeks. ew....

Oh and another one would be to avoid washing your face with hot or cold water as it can cause broken capillaries. Only use your cleansing foams twice a day.






Thank you for sharing a lot with us! Fashion isn't only for girls. This interview definitely shows that men are confident and want to look great too!




To know more about Jaro:
     www.facebook.com/jarofuro
     http://www.facebook.com/pages/XING-Street-Fashion-Project/162578474308

Adventure is out there!

First of all, I am really glad to have 100 followers in this blog. Thank you so much for all your support! We went to Ocean Adventure at Subic yesterday! We watched the dolphin show, sea lion, Rain forest show and Olongapo Jones. Though it was really entertaining for kids, I guess they should stop using animals to perform. Olongapo Jones only used mascots and actors but it is more enjoyable than watching the animal tricks. Wish they could go back to the ocean and play freely. Details and photos will be uploaded tomorrow.

The Super Gal: Yapo Nightroad

I love everything about Japanese fashion. Lolita, harajuku, ageha, and a lot more! Last year, I met a client named Yapo Nightroad, who is also active in Etude House Philippines fanpage. Her very Japanese style, which is Gyaru (i think), catched my attention.

1. Tell us something about yourself.
Hi Im Yapo or Yaptus. Originally from Laguna but spending most of the week in Manila. Like most girls, I like to dress up and go shopping. But I also love to read books and I tend to be an occasional gamer.

2. Describe your personal style.
I'm still discovering my personal style and I'm currently in heavy influence of gal style.

3. When did you start to like this kind of fashion and how?
Started early July of 2010. I was really noob about jfashion esp gyaru. So I researched and joined different forums until I decided to give it a go. I was kinda nervous, I didn't know of any pinay gyarus back then. But I strongly believe that this lifestyle should be brought here in Philippines. Not a fully blossomed gal for now but I'm on my way there. :)

4. What are your top 10 closet must haves?
I don't think this is applicable to all girls but my must haves would include skinny jeans, over-sized shirt or at least 'hanging' type of shirt, doc marten boots, studded belts, comfy jacket, a big animal print bag (for all your make-up, gadgets and traveling needs), denim shorts, over-the-knee socks, comfy pair of sneakers, beanies and lastly, little black dress.

5. Beauty products that you cannot live without.
I can't live without my concealer stick, as it doubles to be my foundation. circle lenses, curling iron and Vitress.

6. Who are your fashion icons and why?
I don't have a particular favorite. But half pinay Egg model, Marifume, really inspires me to do better on my style.

7. What are some fashion/makeup tips that you would like to share to fashionistas?
When I started gal, I changed a lot and got both negative and positive comments from people around me. I started to wear circle lenses, false eyelashes, change hair color from time to time and shop for more clothes and decoed my gadgets, it was fun but not all people will understand the style esp here in Philippines where people tend to judge you the way you look. Well, my point is, do whatever you want, the world is so boring with people wearing the same clothes every where. Do not be afraid. If you find happiness on what you're doing then fight for it! :D

Thank you miss Carizza Chua~ I enjoyed answering these questions ^__________^~ More power to you and your shop!

To know more about Ms. Yapo:
     http://yaptus.blogspot.com
     http://www.facebook.com/?sk=messages&tid=1619550407183

Etude Time at SM North EDSA

Another sweet promo to watch out for at Etude House SM North EDSA:

See you there!

The Lolita Doll: Justine Chantelle Abad / Jaja

I love dolls and everything girly. Last year, a lolita shop catched my attention and got interested on the shop owner's fashion style. Luckily, I was able to interview her:

1. Tell us something about yourself.
My name is Justine Chantelle Abad or better known in the alias of Jaja. I'm 21, turning 22 this year. I finished Production Design last 2009 in CSB and Im now taking up Fashion Design in Slim's as my second course.


2. Describe your personal style.
Everybody knows that lolita is my style. Lolita is inspired by the Rococo and Victorian fashion with a hint of the kawaii look. But to me as a lifestyle lolita, it is quite tiresome to do the usual styles and looks as it is my daily wear so I add a bit more of my personal touches with it. And since I am in fashion field and make my own dresses, there is some kind of design elements that reflects my aesthetic taste in my clothes.

3. When did you start to like this kind of fashion and how?
I started wearing lolita way back in 2006. I don't know how to sew back then so I get most of my loli-ish clothes at thrift stores. I still do it now though for it has been a habit and thrift stores never fail to amaze me yet. I used to wear it occasionally before due to the scarcity of clothes. In 2007, I started sewing and I made my clothes ever since.


4. What are your top 10 closet must haves?
My top ten closet must haves are not really clothing specific. As long as I can complete my daily lolita look, I'm fine with it. Although my favorite lolita articles are one-piece dresses, jumperskirts, cardigans, tights and hosiery, hats and bows, belts and doll shoes.

5. Beauty products that you cannot live without
I don't really have a complicated beauty regime so I don't really use much beauty products. My mom is a doctor so I am actually thought that healthy food is the best beauty secret. I only use a facial wash, a toner and a moisturizer for my face. As for my make up, I only use liquid foundation, powder and eyeliner on normal days. When there's a special occasion though, I use blush-on, mascara and eyeshadow too.


6. Who are your fashion icons and why?

My fashion icon for the street style and daily lolita look is Nana Kitade. I love how she coordinate clothes that is not meant for lolita in her ensembles yet still looking legit lolita. Vivienne Westwood is my most loved female designer and icon too for her angsty yet sophisticated style. She's a punk too in her younger years and listens to Sex Pistols thus making me love her more. Coco Chanel is one of my idols to for her timeless style. Although lolita is more on the side of Edwardian aesthetics which Coco do not like, I admire people like her who are non-conformists and stands up with their own beliefs. I like Alexander Mcqueen too and Christian Dior as designers but there is just something with female icons/designers for they understand the female body more than anybody else.


7. What are some fashion/makeup tips that you would like to share to fashionistas?
I won't really recommend tips to those who like to try lolita. Lolita is more than just clothes. It is a celebration of the lost feminine traditions and aesthetics. Experience is the best way for one to fully understand lolita. As for those who wants to learn the basics in clothing though, we have this site that is really very useful.


http://lolita-handbook.livejournal.com/



Thank you Jaja for this wonderful interview and for the advices you have shared with us.

All photos are grabbed from her facebook page.

To know more about Xandra, visit here pages:

     http://jajaneko.tumblr.com
     http://doroteesweetlips.multiply.com
     http://facebook.com/Jajaneko

The Beat of Angel: Xandra Sia Co

Upon searching for fashionistas here in the Philippines, I've came across with Ms. Xandra Sia Co interesting fashion. She's a cosplayer/blogger/gamer who's in love with photography so much. Here's my recent interview with her.

1. Tell us something about yourself.
> I'm a shy person but also a makulit person once you know me more :D

2. Describe your personal style.
> I usually don't follow trend(s) kaagad, because I always think if the fashion trend will look good on me. But I usually do my own mix and match style :)

3. When did you start to like this kind of fashion and how?
> It started in late college, started with shoes, then pants :D How? because I love video games and anime very much and they are my inspiration on fashion :D my fashion started with those style :D

4. What are your top 10 closet must haves?
> Hmmm.. usually my top 10 closet must haves are skirt, jeans, leggings, turtleneck top, dress(s), short, short sleeve top, jacket(s), boleros, shoes :D

5. Beauty products that you cannot live without
> BB Cream, Lip Gloss, Lip Balm

6. Who are your fashion icons and why?

> BoA KwoN - 'cause she never fails to be a trend setter, whether in casual or formal :D she's my inspiration =D

7. What are some fashion/makeup tips that you would like to share to fashionistas?
> Fashion tips - think carefully if the fashion will look good on you :) don't always rush into the latest trends :D you can always try it on first :)
Make Up Tips - make up doesn't neccessary to be dark always :) light make up can do ;) natural beauty is the best beauty features I can say ;)


Thank you Xandra for this wonderful interview and for the advices you have shared with us.

All photos are grabbed from her facebook page.

To know more about Xandra, visit here pages:

http://angelinyou.net/ http://www.plurk.com/angelinyou http://twitter.com/angelinyou http://angelinyou.tumblr.com/

Where are you Jiji?

Cardigan: Sparkle Shop

Blouse: Bazaar

Skirt: Genevieve Gozum

Necklace: Greenhills

Hairclip: Simple Joys

Ring: Usahana

Shoes: Janilyn

My cat is missing for 2 days now and I am so worried. I wasn't really in the mood to take a photo of myself. Please pray for my kitty's safety..

Alice joined in the photo.. and little Oro-chan too!

Makeup Application Step 2: Etude House BB Magic Cream (Refresh)

Makeup Application Step 2: BB Cream

I already switched from liquid foundation to BB cream for everyday use. I need a good coverage for my pores but I cant wear foundation the whole week or I'll get breakouts.

Etude House BB Magic Cream (Refresh)

It comes in a 35ml pump packaging with cap. It's only P548.00, really affordable isnt it? This BB cream provides a natural looking coverage (perfect for the no makeup look!) and good for oily skin. After applying concealer, I put a small amount of this product to my finger and spread evenly on my face.

The cream may appear whiter than your natural skin tone upon application but will eventually blend in once the cream is dry and set.

It makes the skin looks poreless and glowing but wont cover blemishes and dark spots. A blemish concealer will be responsible for that. The one that I am using doesnt contain any SPF, they have a specific BB cream that has SPF and is more expensive. I would love to try that when I'm done with this one.

And Etude House will be having an event very soon, so watch out for that!

Makeup Application Step 1: Revlon Colorstay Undereye Concealer

Makeup Application Step 1: Concealer

I've been trying a lot of concealers that could give a better coverage.

After using Revlon Blemish Concealer, I've decided to use the right concealer for eyebags:

Revlon Colorstay Undereye Concealer

The concealer comes in a 1.18ml tube with a sponge-tip slanted wand. Easy to blend, long wearing, and don't rub off unless you use a makeup remover. Perfect for the workaholic me.

It contains an SPF 15, so it protects the thin skin under my eyes from the sun.

What I like with this product is that, it's oil-free. Liquid concealers are the best for not containing oil in it.

I apply this concealer first before I put on BB cream/foundation since it's easier to blend on a makeup free skin. And besides, concealers create blotches when I apply BB cream/foundation first. I use my finger to pat it in and sets in seconds.

For total coverage, I use a powdered concealer all over the eyebags to set it. I'll blog on the next steps later on.

Leather Love

Wee Im in love with this hot pink leather blazer! And good thing I have found a pink belt to match it with.

 

Blazer: Sparkle Shop

Inner top: St. Francis Square

Skinny jeans and Pink belt

Shoes: Janilyn

When will Summer come?

Everybody's catching a cold. I hope this is not flu. I miss summer, and now I appreciate the heat the sun give us on that season.

I love florals so much. And mom's hat is super cute. I'm so not feeling well right now, especially that I am  worried about Oro-Chan right now. Remember oro-chan, my 2 week old orphaned kitten? He drinks milk a lot but he doesn't know how to poo T_T

I know kittens need to be stimulated in order for them to pee/poo. I've tried the tricks I got over the internet but nothing works. I guess I have to try again later when I get home. Here are some of his photos:

We need to visit the vet as soon as possible.

The Orphan

Today is playtime with my porcelain dolls. So I guess I have to dress up like them too? Here's my doll transformation. 

 

Dress: Dorotee Sweetlips

Stockings: SM Department Store

Ring: Forever 21

Hat: from bazaar

It was a perfect playtime with my most favorite and oldest doll, Jesse.

 

This morning, me and my sister went to the nearby BDO ATM to withdraw money. And to our surprise, there was a kitty sleeping silenty inside the room! He was really cute, clean and chubby, that we thought someone (or his mommy) is taking care of him and just left him inside for a while.

When we left, the security guard saw him and kicked him out! D: /howcruel

So we hurried back and decided to adopt him. We named him Oro-Chan~ Short for Banco de Oro.

Isn't he cute? I guess he's only 1-2 weeks old. I was worried cause he didn't know how to eat (will he survive? :s). My sister helped me and now he learned how to drink milk not from a mommy kitty, but from my sister's pinky!