A few weeks ago, I, together with Laureen, was flew into Cebu by MAC Cosmetics for their Archie’s Girls Collection launch. Fortunately, we had a free day so we forced our good friend Kryz who then forced her friends to take us to the beach. They ended up taking us to this newly renovated beach resort called Mövenpick which is just a good 30-40 minutes away from Cebu’s city center if you travel by car. When we got there, we were blown away by how picturesque the place looked! For a minute there, I thought I was abroad! Infinity pools, jacuzzis over looking the city, white sand beach, an international DJ and a modern bar by the beach–everything was so impressive! It was just what I needed. It’s my perfect escape, away from the hustle and bustle of Manila.
Sigh. How I wish Manila has something like this! Imagine having the luxury of relaxing by the beach, just minutes away from the city! Cebu – 1, Manila – 0.
I’m sure a lot of you feel the same way–longing for the beach! Summer can do that to us. Even my shopping priorities are now beach-centric! I can’t stop buying beach essentials! This isn’t necessarily a bad thing though. I am going to the beach again, after all–Boracay bound this May! Woot!
Anyway, I thought I’d share with you some of the new beach essentials I found like these hip sunnies from Charlie. I have a dozen or so sunnies from this brand. They’re so affordable, which makes them even more beach-friendly. When you’re out there on the beach, swimming and playing around, you need hassle-free, easy-to-handle sunnies that won’t pain you every time sand gets in between your glasses or a light scratch is made. Don’t you agree? Keep you Chanel sunnies safe and let Charlie take center stage. Besides, Charlie has all the coolest designs!
Aside from sunnies, of course, you’ve got to stock up on bikinis. I mean what beach trip is complete without new bikinis? I got this from Bayo. A pleasant surprise, I might add. I usually find it hard to look for bikinis from local shops due to my lack of…let’s just say “blessing”. This, however, is able to create the illusion that I’m not lacking as much in that area. LOL! Bonus points because it’s in a print I love! It’s the perfect addition to my sea of striped, floral, and plain bikinis. With such a fun and funky print like this, it’s a match made in heaven with my yellow sunnies form Tomato!
I may be entertaining aztec prints already but my love for striped bikinis will always come first. I have so many of these but still, I’ll probably never grow tired of them. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, summer = stripes! This yummy seafoam green striped bikini from Bayo is so cool and pleasant to the eyes, even the scorching hot sun is no match. It goes so well with my aqua-colored Tkees flipflops too! Ahhh…summer colors!
I can’t believe I’ve never owned a Bayo bikini before. They’ve got so many colors and prints to suit practically everyone! If you plan to shop at any Bayo stores to get a bikini or other summer pieces, you might want to join their free getaway to Boracay promo. Not just any getaway to Boracay, mind you, it’s a free trip for 2 at Discovery Shores! Did that get you attention? Read on below to find out how you can join. It’s so simple!
Deadline for entries is on April 5, 2013, so hurry! You’ve got 5 days to go! For more info, visit Bayo’s Facebook page here and follow @bayoclothing on Twitter. Good luck! Who knows, we might even bump into each other in Boracay!
Wow that was strange. I just wrote an really long
comment but after I clicked submit my comment didn’t show up. Grrrr… well I’m not
writing all that over again. Anyways, just wanted to say
great blog!
Awwwwwww I missed it!!!! Darn this comment box!!! Thank you Cathern!
bikinis & beach are love
come visit pagudpud, ilocos norte…
would love to see you here…
hope im thin like you
xx,
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I’ve heard so many great things about Pagudpud! :) I hope I can visit one of these days :)
I need to checkout Charlie Apparel like right now!!! and those Tomate sunnies are quite affordable too, seen one at the mall. Thanks for sharing Camille.
Both are super affordable! :)
I love the colors and I feel like I just want to be at the beach now wearing the aztec printed bikini you posted. *sigh*
Also, if anyone is interested, I am selling CROCHET type bikinis, check this one out http://www.sulit.com.ph/index.php/view+classifieds/id/9863589/Billabong+x+Bob+Marley+Bikini
Thankies! <3
You and I both. I can’t wait to hit the beach!
the place is awesome!!what is the name of this resort?so i can visit whenever i’m in cebu
Movenpick :)
hi…love the sunnies and the bikinis…I’ve been in Cebu last week…I wonder, what’s the name of the resort??the place is very beautiful
It’s Movenpick :)
Charlie sunnies are looooove! And the place is amazing! And makikihawak kamay na din ako sa inyo! Hahaha. That’s the reason why I dont buy bikinis online. I have some ‘babies’ to consider. Hahaha! Any tip Ms. Camille on bikinis for the not-so-gifted girls? Thank you soooo muuuucch! <3
Haha our babies are tiny! LOL! :) Buy bikinis with pleats or gathering :)
How I wish I could wear a bikini too but I couldn’t because I’m chubby.:(..Well i’m happy for you Ms. Cams since you’re happy of your new bikini stuffs.:))
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Thanks Mae! :) Time to get healthy! :) Summer na! :)
i know that those thing are perfect and meant for you :) It is not meant for me kasi. Btw, ate Camille I’ve seen your designs sa starstudio magazine mga 2011 or 2012 issue parang pinapakita nila kung anong pair ang magbabagay sa trend the very same year. ang gaganda po talaga. :)
Oh? I wanna see! Sayang, I haven’t seen them :)
Love the aztec bikini. :) just like you hindi ako blessed … In that area. Hehehe. This bikini set is perfect for me. Hehehe.
Hawak kamay mga kapatiiiiiid!
haha.. :) Let me join the club! but no regrets i love my body! :)
Amazing place. I love your bikinis. :)
Thanks Angel!
pssstt!!!
i had been your silent reader for a long time, i just wanna say i love your style so much
You’re not so silent anymore! Yay! Thank you! :)
Love those sunnies!! And also the great pictures :) you r absolutely one of my fav fashion bloggers, really look up to you for fashion tips. I love it how you take the initiative to answer and reply your readers like me. UNLIKE Kryz Uy your blogger friend who NEVER replies, kinda not-so-happy but oh well, who knows? She might be busy right? But just to say that only bloggers like you who are hardworking gain more readers and support. All the best and hope you will be an even BIGGER impact in the fashion world! Xoxo
She’s just super busy but she appreciates your comments! Believe me! We all do :)
I’m loving the blue striped two piece!
Thanks Carizza! :)
i like that you always share your new discoveries.
Thanks Karen! I’m happy you like them!
How much did you avail your sunnies from charlie? Thanks! :)
I got them as gifts :)
If we uploaded photos ba here in this contest it will also appear on ou fb ?
I think so :)
When exactly are you going to Boracay? GAAAHHH, hope to see you there! :)
Labor day! :)
lovin those sunnies! I’m also going to Boracay this May, I hope I see you there! :)
We’ll see everyone there! LOL :)
Hi Cams! Do you know how to speak mandarin? Can you sing us a song? You really have the cutest voice! :)
Yes I do. OMG! Sing? Haha! Maybe one of my crazy days I will!
I’ll be VERY HAPPY then if you do! :)
:)
hi camille. your so pretty. i want to be like you. how i wish hehehe :)
Aww thanks Gen!
The Aztec bikini is everything! And the location….mind blowing, it just k
Landed on my bucket list
Xx
Mik
It really is a beautiful place! :)
Stripped Bikinis = Shima-Kini “縞模様ビキニ” :3 Yes.. This is very big in Japan.
And I wants to go to Boracay. Simply because I’ve never been there. No kidding. Then again, I’m not much of a beach person.
Although Mövenpick is looking very nice! Perhaps It’s time I paid Cebu a visit again. :P
It is?
You’ve never been to Boracay!?!! Whyyyyyyyyy!
Uuuh… Like I said, not much of a beach person.. And no one has asked me to go with them to Boracay. T^T
The place looks lovely! Made me miss Cebu even more! Plus the bikinis are cute! <3
Thanks Monica! :) The place really is lovey!
Gorgeous bikinis and photos!
Laurem
Thanks Lauren!
oh my gosh, everyday ko talaga binabasa mga blogs mo miss camille. super like ko talaga taste mo sa fashion. :)))
Aww thanks Kristina!
Camille, waiting for you in those bikinis!
Haha!
Those are nice items =)))
Thanks Trisha!
I love all the shades!!!
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Hard not to love them! :)
i spotted the striped bikini from Bayo one day I was window shopping. Definitely got dibs for the darker striped bikini set they’re selling! \:D/ Hope they still have them next week though *fingers crossed*
Sugod na! They’re so sellable!
Oeeh, I love the yellow sunglasses! They are very great with the bikini as well!
I think so too! :)
The sunglasses with the yellow frame are great, I want a pair too! :D
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They’re so affordable too!
lack of blessing?????? oh my gosh I will travel the whole world just to have a body like yours
Haha aww thanks Beatrice!
Hi Camille! I’m wondering what’s the price range of the sunnies? Do you think they sell their stuffs online? Lovely summer-y blog post :P
I don’t think they sell online but I think most of them are a couple of hundred pesos only
I agree! Charlie sunnies are sooooo good! They don’t even look cheap! Thank GOD for Charlie! Mas affordable na ang mala-designer brand na sunnies!
So true! :)
Hi Ms. Camille! That’s a really nice bikini, the place is awesome too. Hope you could check my blog too? :) http://itsjats.blogspot.com/ for my new post; “Travel Diary: Bataan 2013, You might want to visit the beach there. Thaaanks. :) Happy Easter Sunday,Stay pretty. :D
Beautiful sunset! :) I’d love to go there one day too!
cool bikinis!
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They are! :)
I love your sunnies Ms. Camille <3 :)
Thanks Rose!
The sunnies are too adorable <3
Perfect for hot sunny days here in Manila! need to have one soon hihi
You should! :) One for each day haha!
A gorgeous tropical getaway. How cute are the bikinis! Loving both of them.
Super cute!!! :)
Hello Camille! May I ask a question? :)
How did you remove the shadows effects in the pictures in your blog.
I mean, look at my blog:
stylishzai.blogspot.com
There are shadows framing the pictures… and I want it to be like yours…
How to do that?
Nasa template ba yan? Thank you :)
Ohhhh I don’t know. My friend did my layout so I think it must have something to do with your theme and layout?
Thank you Camille! I tried to change my template na and it worked! Hahaha! Thank you for your inspirations! God bless to you :)) :**