hello benj

I'm so ready for the new year to start! How is your evening so far? I'm super hyped up because of the the mini sparklers and the wine we just had. The holidays feel like it's coming to an end but who says we can't extend it even just for a little bit? And what better way to start your new year than to have a gift sent to you by Y-O-U??? Self-love represent !!! Earlier this December, I had the chance to try out Beauty MNL's site. It's probably the easiest online shopping experience I've ever had. You just have to choose, check-out, choose the mode of payment you want and that's it! I'm all for great customer service and Beauty MNL's CS is hard to beat. Read on for the ratings below and a mini haul! My baby and I all cozied up as we scroll and choose from over 300+ brands on the site! They have organic products that ranges from hair care, beauty tools, make-up and skin care. What more can a girl ask for? Here are the goodies I ...

 With the stressful rush of last minute holiday shopping, my Aunt and I found ourselves in this dazzling corner at SM Seaside as we were buying gifts for the family. I've been meaning to have my bacne (tmi? idc lol) cleaned and I couldn't find it in myself to spend a thousand for a session of pimple clearing. I'm just too much of a cheap-o when it comes to self-pampering. I'd rather spend Php.300 on a good, notebook than a facial TBH. But upon seeing Dermcare Luxe's prices (which were surprisingly affordable) I was sold.  I mean, srsly. Who would think that this sparkling, luxurious clinic was affordable? They have soft velvety chairs, crystal chandeliers, gleaming marble tiles and the inside of the clinic where they pamper their clients looks like a dream. Read on to see more! This is where they do the face related services.  This is where I lay down for 45 minutes as the "ate" prodded, pricked and scrubed the shit out of m...

Last Sunday, I was invited by my friend Gabe to M.Wilson Salon & Spa's 3rd year anniversary. I was late (as usual) but they gladly gave me a session of eyelash extensions the same day. They were fully booked that day so there was a waiting list but atleast before the session, I had time to do a shoot with Gabe's boyfriend, Karhlo. The photos are down below, so read on! Hi Gabe! I was lucky that day. Aside from the free food and service, I also scored a few shots from Karloh. He brought with him 35mm and 50mm lens and the shots looked so professional. I felt like a legit blogger lol! I think I'm putting new lens for my camera on my wishlist! TOP: Thrifted Pants: ForMe Choker: Diyed Slip-ons: SM Dept. Right after the photos were taken, I read my sister's copy of China Rich Girlfriend. It's now on my list of fave books. Kevin Kwan makes me laugh and envious at the same time. The lives of the ridiculously rich Asians and...

What a month! I never expected November to be this hectic. Maybe the semester break on the start of the month is meant to be there to get my body ready for all the crazy things that would happen. I have never had a more busy month in my life. Here is a list of the things I've been meddling with for the past weeks: 1.  I organized my first workshop as an intern! It was an amazing ride with only 2 weeks to prepare the kit and the whole thing. You can watch the video Banana and I made right HERE . She added the cute animation and I directed the video. The workshop was for Earl Tawny , a brush calligrapher based here in Cebu. It was fun and stressful but so worth it. I'm currently in the process of organizing another one... which just made me realize that I haven't even made a poster for it! Ohmygod I'm gonna diieeeee 2. I've been taking a lot of photos of paintings lately but not much of my life as a blogger (haha). I'm still poor (will send you an upd...

Due to my poor time management skills, I failed to post these photos on Wednesday. I suck at this ohmygod  Sunnies by Charlie : Morgan Should I talk about the outfit? I kind of don't want to but since this is an outfit post, why the hell not. So,       Shirt : thrifted     Pants : Bench           Patch : Cotton On       Glasses : duh Yes, ladies and gentlemen, these photos were shot in a comfort room. My friends and I was just casually minding our own shit (excuse the cr pun) when I realized all of a sudden that the colors of the comfort room and my outfit matched! I HAD to take photos and so I did. A couple of girls went in and instantly gave me the judgy vibe but I HAD A BLOG TO RUN so I just posed and snapped. Thanks to my friend Angie for the photos! Also, I edited a little bit (in case you didn't notice). It kind of made it look like a chemical lab. Xo, Benj

Last Saturday night, I was invited to Birdseed Breakfast Club + Cafe to watch Cuppa Folk again. Hanna had 2 sets ready for her time to sing and I listened with their Iced Kopi Jelly in hand. Their coffee blend is to die for and their interiors feel so homey and warm. It reminds me of Brique but Birdseed is more modern (in a way). Some screenshots of my Instagram story. Follow me  @hello.benj. I might visit Birdseed again soon because I actually want a different post dedicated to their food and service. But for now, here are just glimpses of it through the event and the *always* filmed photos of this post. I was with Mikee, Chin, Cire (Hanna's company) and (my company) Zaira and Lai. I don't have them in photos but I might sneak one soon. mehehe  Cuppa Folk  is a monthly * I think* event organized by 22 Tango Records. 22 Tango is an independent record label here in Cebu. They mentor and sign local artists and help them s...

Hello! Talking to you through a photo of my new child, Antonio Roberto Regis . He is a gift from Hanna. I was sick that day so she bought this and visited to cheer me up (thanks buchi! hahaha) . Anyway, I'm actually pumped up because the semester is over! Well, not yet really. I still have a deadline and thesis surveys to tend to but atleast I can now paint in the mornings and make my own breakfast.  Oh, I forgot internship. I still have my internship to attend 3x every week. I love what I do at Moon jogger so it's not really that bad. I shoot flatlays, organize workshops and pitch ideas to make the place better. I actually am excited for a work my friend will give me once she's settled with her new business. I don't want to jinx it so I won't spill details. I'm really hoping it will push through. I have logo revisions to do. Thanks for stopping by! Xo, Benj.