Delicate gypsophilas,

sensual rabbit tails and roses

turning to late afternoon café hues.

Seasons change;

just when I thought

everything around me is getting

old and cold,

I saw the beauty of beginnings

in dried things.

Cold was this year

but it brought me to

your warmth.

I longed and chased

a ghost - that was my biggest crime.

I remember you said

you're haunted by a phantom

while we're in an empty overpass.

I've met you

for only one season

which feels like a lifetime.

We were a pair of cocoa beans

hardened by the past,

but now the only darkness

I know is a cup of hot chocolate

when I'm with you.

Just when I decided

to be a plain cold brew,

I found the creamier side

of me in you.

No witty plots.

No dirty politics.

You make this love

look like a house

I could always go home to.

You make this love

feel like a hot chocolate

in an autumn day

I never knew.

10/18/'20

Cristine A. D

     The same dilemma was faced by one of my besties Kat who actually has to move her wedding next year. Aside from the supposedly schedules fittings she has with her own wedding dress, she finds it really hard to find physical stores that could cater to the needs of her bridesmaids. A lot of physical bridal stores were still closed for safety purposes. With that in mind, online bridal shops would be one of the best options out there. What is good about such kind of shops is that you can easily navigate through certain pages which has the dress that would fit both your style and your budget. You can also easily ask your bridesmaids to check out the dress themselves and choose the best sizes for them by sending them the link to the item in one go. 

     There are so many innovative and chic shops out there that cater to bridal needs without looking cheap so things like that won't be a problem. Just make sure that you double-check the legitimacy of the site. One way of doing that is reading blogs of reviews about the shop. 

       Don't forget about sales, either—discounts can take gorgeous bridesmaid dresses from aspirational to attainable. Another trendy way to save more is to opt for a mismatched style bridesmaid dresses. There are countless ways and tricks to achieve coherence with that option. For instance, you can play with the hues of the dresses, or pick dresses in different styles but of the same fabric. 

I hope you get to choose the best dresses! 

      Also, now that most of us aren't exactly running against time, now's perfect to set a schedule to shop online. I have also heard some sad stories of brides all over the net crying over their canceled wedding schedule due to the pandemic. I know it's sad and I have my heart for those ladies, but we have to keep moving on and while being safe and healthy, look and hope for the good things to come. Besides, true love can wait, right? Always. 

        If it seems that you now own all the time in the world, there are so many online clothing stores like where you can get your dress. In choosing an online shop, it's very important that you also consider looking at one which has varied choices that you can choose from. Not just in terms of the style of the dresses, but also on the fabric and cut that it incorporates. Before shopping, it is best that you have read some guide on some considerations like what would suit best on you and the apppropriate ones depending on the season that the cermony would take place. Remember that such small details could mean so much when you wear the dress. Also, before shopping for a dress for yourself, consult the bride on the things that she would like to see on her bridesmaids. This is really helpful when the bride gives you the freedom to choose your own outfit. While it could seem challenging, it is totally doable and is actually fun. Just don't forget to enjoy the whole experience and the reason why you are shopping for the dress in the first place.

       Below are few photos of bridesmaid dresses that I realy like. Do you like them too?

     Now that most side of the world enjoys the autumn season, that would mean longer hours in bed than what was being used to. In our country the Philippines, we don't have the fall season but the "ber" months also signifies colder days for us since it's the rainy season in the Philippines. 

     I love the sun but I am also in love with the rain. I bet the same thing is true for some people who love to spend some time with Netflix and Chill to relax after spending long hours at work. Not only do we need a comfortable place for this but also something comfortable to wear is a must. Here's is why we need our trusted onesie pajamas. And because most of us can't go outside for a long period of time due to quarantine protocols, we can always shop a brand new one at fashion and clothing sites through different mobile apps. Who says you can't be stylish while being at home? Nobody and when it's your home, it has to be your own rules. 

      These days, shopping is made easier all over the world. Plus, what I like about them is that they have varied sizes for children. It's perfect if you have kids at home whom you would like to spend quality time with or as Christmas presents for them now that in less than a couple of months, we will once again celebrate the joy of giving that is Christmas. Onesie pajamas would be perfect gifts for kids since it's comfortable and also can be worn any time of day when they're at home just chilling or lounging.

      I was planning to buy the same type of clothing now that my little nephew lives with us. He likes to roll over in our bed and in the living room and I think cute onesies are a great way to let him be cute and be childish while young. Although, the kid in me would also love to own my own onesie pajamas, and who could blame me right?