Stylista x Pantene: The New Realism

Here I am again with Pantene hair expert Alex Carbonell, which only means 1 thing–time for another Stylista x Pantene look!

This second A/W 2012 catwalk hair trend is called The New Realism.  It’s supposed to be rich, defined and elegant with a hint of youth. As you can see, Alex chose to translate this trend into a sleek ponytail tied together by braided hair.

Step 1: Gather 7/8 of your hair into a tight ponytail. Leave a section of your at the bottom for the braided part.

Step 2: Braid the small section of  your hair that you didn’t include in the ponytail. Apply hairspray after.

Step 3: Wrap your ponytail with the braid. Make sure to cover the elastic you used. Pin the end of your braid at the bottom of your ponytail so that no ends and pins are exposed. Apply hairspray again.

Voila! This is a really simple hair style so I’m sure you won’t have a hard time achieving it. The only thing you have to look out for is how to make your hair  extra smooth without the greasy look. You want your hair sleek and chic, not flat and oily.  The solution? Make sure to use Pantene Silky Smooth. It makes your hair shiny and smooth without weighing it down. As I’ve mentioned before, Pantene products don’t leave residue build-up, unlike other shampoos and conditioners, which leads to dull and flat hair. Pantene takes care of your hair to make it silky smooth but still full of life!

Now that we’ve got the hairstyle covered, on to my outfit. The key words for The New Realism trend are simple yet elegant and youthful. So how did I interpret it?

This dress from Style Staple has such a simple silhouette. It’s a silhouette we see a lot of but because of the vibrant colors of this dress, it’s now a youthful version of a classic. Of course, let’s not forget the thigh-high slit. It makes Angelina Jolie’s right leg proud, don’t you think?

Since the dress already has a gold accent on the waist, I didn’t look any further when it came to my accessories. Gold it is!

For my shoes, I could’ve opted for classic pumps or feminine strappy heels but I opted for matchy-matchy high-cut booties instead just to keep the youthful vibe going.

Fayeness necklace

Style Staple dress

Fayeness cuff | Mango ring | Thrifted leopard ring

Feet For A Queen booties

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158 Responses to “Stylista x Pantene: The New Realism”
      • candy

        oh my! same as me! you are so pretty! how do you manage to walk with those heels? i love shoes but im pretty shy to try high heels (i have like 4 pairs of high heels and i never wear them…sad…) and your skin is so perfect. keep doing what you do :)

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        • itscamilleco

          Thank you Candy! I used to be so shy to wear heels as well! :) I walk really carefully hahaha!

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  2. Carren

    This look is stunning! Spent the last few days trying to look for the same outfit so i an pull the same look tonight in our company’s party! :) if you add a hand bag to match with the outfit, what would it be?

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  3. Becca36

    you look fabulous in this outfit,but what ever you wear you’re always fabulous you inspire me alot:)you’re my fashion icon,im way older than u im 36 but i kinda dress like you,thanx for always inspiring me and the rest of your follower:)xoxo.

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  4. Chezka

    Waaaah!!!! Sooo effin pretty. Luvyuu to bits, Camille!:)
    Should have asked you for a photo with me when I saw you at Salcedo Market :)
    You were so dressed down that day teehee. Mwah!<3.<3

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Chezka! :) As I always say, I like dressing appropriately. Salcedo Market called for comfy wear! :) Yum!

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  6. Isa Reynoso

    so stunning and fab! <3 you really have the perfect shoes for every look! And your hair's soooo shiny! This is so high-fashion :)

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  7. Charmaine

    you always look Awesome and FAB! since i found your Blog,i’ve been following your style..and in twitter too ;) I sO LOVE you and your Style Camille! :D

    fan from Texas,
    Charm

    p.s. im a Proud Pinay! ;)

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    • itscamilleco

      Oh hello there! We’re worlds apart but you managed to find my blog! Thanks Charm!

      Reply
  8. tinai

    WOW! Your legs~ flawless! And you’re so sexy!!(as always) How do you maintain your body Miss Camille?

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    • itscamilleco

      I don’t :( And I know I really have to start exercising, I can already feel my butt growing haha!

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  9. Naomi

    You are SUCH an inspiration Camille! This number is AMAZING and you look so so gorgeous =)
    Greetings from Australia!

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  12. Rosevic

    Wow! speechless..You look like a Goddess :) btw, I’ve been to Mall of Asia last Wednesday..And your face are everywhere there…thats why I can’t help my self so I stand beside your poster and took a photo with you..haha .. sounds crazy but i was happy :)

    (pero kung mas masaya ako kung sa personal kita makukunan ng picture kasama ko :D )

    love yah!

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  13. Jade Lapuz

    Seeing the background of your setting.. I’m just curious. Are you not shy with the people around you looking at you while you are posing in the middle of the road? :) Please answer in full sentence. Thank you.

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    • itscamilleco

      Of course I am! But this was for an official shoot with professional photographers so I was a little bit more comfortable. At least people knew it was for a shoot and not just something I do for fun haha :)

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  17. Daniellé

    I feel like this is what people will look like and dress like in the future, when we have hotels on the moon and hovercrafts in the air. haha :) glad to know it will be a classy sophisticated fashionable future!!

    d a n i e l l e | daniellewu.com

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  18. Kim

    I love your hair! :) What kind of treatment do you have for your hair? Do you do it per month? Thanks! :)

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Kim! If I can’t go to the salon, I usually use Pantene’s treatment and their 3-minute miracle. :)

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  20. Ann

    If ever I see you somewhere, would it be okay if I fangirl around you, plus get a picture taken? :D

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  24. jade

    hi camiile! just wanna ask have you announced the winner of your satchel giveaway? :) xo

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  25. Issa

    gosh, you look like a goddess! so pretty! everything is perfect! :)

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  28. Joel

    Hi Camille,
    I admire you. You’re beautiful, hardworking and intelligent! How often can you find that combination in one person? Hehe.. Anyways, I want to know how you get to produce awesome photos? Do you hire a professional photographer to do these? If not, what camera are you using? Absolute love all of your pictures!

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Joel! :) Since this was done in collaboration with Pantene, a professional team took these photos. For my other entries, it’s usually my assistant who takes them. I use a Nikon D7000 most of the time.

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  31. clarisacamile

    the face is so DIVINE..and the outfit is so damn sizzling hot..ILOVEIT :)

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  32. Not Your Ordinary Reader

    With your styling skills, you must be included on the A-list of international fashion bloggers! You really have this certain gift of creativity and style. You can pull off any outfit and only few people can do it. Knowing your body’s strengths and flaws will definitely guide you in projecting yourself. And it’s amazing that you know yourself too much and it shows on how great you present yourself to others. Another good thing about you is you can make cheap thrills look extravagant!

    You are known for your prim and proper, classy/sophisticated look, just a little challenge for you, hoping to see you on a skater/pop punk look someday. I don’t know how you will pull it off but I know that you’ll always surprise us with good ones!

    You are not just an inspiration to others but indeed a fashion icon to everyone! You deserve all the praises, Camille.

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    • itscamilleco

      Thank you! :) I love this comment. I really appreciate it and it makes me so happy you view me this way. I’m extremely flattered. Thank you!

      Challenge accepted! :) I think I’ve done quite a number of pop punk looks but maybe you want something more extreme? I’ll keep that in mind and surprise you one day! :)

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  33. kat

    How could you find these pieces separately and make them look like they’re from one collection? I love it! If there’s a smart in science, you’re the version of it in fashion. :)

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  34. am2pmchic

    I chance upon your blog. such a nice outfit and colors!!

    visit our blog if you love fashion because we love your sense of style.:)

    xx

    selvia

    am2pmchic.blogspot.com

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  35. Kasia

    Great idea with the hair! I have to try this on myself. A plain ponytail is just boring! ;)

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  37. Sunny

    Long time reader, but this post made me realize that you kinda look like an Asian Jennifer Lawrence (from The Hunger Games)! Especially in the 11th photo! You’re so pretty and stylish! <3

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    • itscamilleco

      Really? That’s a first! I don’t think I can quite compare to her but thank you!

      Reply
  38. jhay-cee

    wow. your s sophisticated and glamorous ate camille.
    super duper love your dress. and the boots. <3
    im sure that alex carbonell hair style will be trend. i'll try it to my hair. hehe.

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  42. Janey Jane

    Waaahhh!! u’re soooo pretty Camille :) i envy ur long legs. i love d dress and d shoes :)

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  43. Pobi

    Dress, shoes, Camille – all beautiful! Running out of words to write comments …

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  46. Dc marohombsar

    Didnt know Aphrodite’s chinese! Haha! Youre indeed a style guru! Sayang was not able to take a photo w u at Mediterranean DVO when u were there having lunch w kryz! Hmm maybe next time? Haha! Anyway, i just love the classy and sophisticated look you give w the outfits youre wearing!

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  50. Jayr Gutierrez

    I haven’t seen ur family pictures… I hope u can post it soon… :D
    By the way, since friends kau ni robbie becroft… alam mo ba kung anong model ng canon yng gnagamit ni robbie?… :D

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    • itscamilleco

      I forgot! I’m sure it’s a Canon. Canon 60E? Basta I’m sure may number 6 haha

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  52. Dora Hawk

    I love your shoes. What brand are they?

    I’m not that big a fan of this look compared to your previous post, which I loved, but I think you’ve pulled this dress of really well.

    Keep up the great work.

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  53. roent

    hi Miss Camille …senior student po ako sa isang paaralan sa cebu..
    and now very confused po ako kung ano ang kukunin kong kurso..
    deep in my heart i want to be a fashion designer..but i’m scared to tell to my parents what course i want kasi baka magalit sila…
    pwede ho bang humingi ng advise?
    ano ba ang advantages of being a fashion designer?
    wala akong pakialam kong maliit man o malaki ang kita basta masaya ako sa ginagawa ko..
    ilang year po ba ang fashion designing?

    deep in my heart fashion designing is what i like most
    fashion is my passion..
    araw-araw kong tinitignan ang mga blogs ninyo ni miss lauren,divine lee,kryz uy and many more…and it makes my day complete :)
    please help me miss Camille :(

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    • itscamilleco

      Hi Roent! Actually I graduated with a degree in Management and only took up fashion design short courses after. You can always compromise naman with your parents. I understand why they would want you to get a different course. They just want your future to be secure kasi mahirap talaga. It takes a lot of hardwork and luck to make it in the industry. Kailangan may fallback ka pa rin kasi more and more kids nowadays want to get into fashion. The competition is tight. Of course I understand where you’re coming from but your parents are just looking out for you. The biggest advantage if you do become a designer is you get to do what you love to do. But at the end of the day, business pa rin yan. It’s not all glamour. You have to have the right foundation and management skills to back your business up. :)

      If you want a degree in fashion na college-level, it’s the same as other courses. It will take you 4 years. If you want an associate degree lang, 2 years. There are 3 and 6-month short courses available also. You can opt to take short courses during Saturdays if your parents won’t allow you to take up fashion design as your primary course. Good luck!

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  54. Erika

    You nailed it once again! I trully agree that Pantene makes wonders. Unfortunately, I get allergies whenever I use it. ;(

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    • itscamilleco

      What? That’s so sad! Maybe the other variants? You should try to find out what exact ingredient causes this cause baka naman the other variants don’t carry this ingredient. :)

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  56. stef

    just out of curiosity, how many pairs of shoes do you have? :D

    check out my first ever video tutorial! completely amateurish but hey, the end product is great!
    xoxoandrea.com

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  57. Dheya Suzuki

    you look so cute with that hairstyle! :)) love the slit of your skirt. too sexy. :D

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  59. Ly

    Hubby and I love reading your blog :) Super like the look dear! =) You make my boring life in Kuwait bearable you know.. teehee!

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    • itscamilleco

      Awwww cute that hubby reads with you! :) I hope everything is well there in Kuwait! :)

      Reply
  61. Geri Magsakay

    I super love this look Ate Camille! Just perfect!!! BTW, What do you mean by thrifted in your rings? Is it from bazaar/tiangge or from thrift shops? Thank you and have a nice day!!!

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  63. Errieka

    “Jusko! Ang ganda!” without noticing that my mouth was really that wide! ahahah
    I’m very awe and speechless about the look. I just can’t explain it. IT’S REALLY SO BEAUTIFUL! and really fits the concept of “New Realism”. :))

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  66. Tasha D.

    If you use Pantene for your hair, what soap do you use? haha! You probably shouldn’t mention, an endorsement might come! You’re such a head turner! Just look at the guy in the jeepney! haha! Love how your contact lens look so natural! I shall get one soon! Does yours have a name or color?

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    • itscamilleco

      Haha you think like a manager! :) Mine is Fresh Look gray :)

      Reply
  67. Kat Sofio

    I love it! Thank you, Ms. Camille and Pantene! I’ve been wanting to learn how to do that hairstyle since forever. <3 Like since grade school, considering I'm in college right now. :) You look absolutely stunning, btw. Keep it up!

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Kat! :) This ends your years of searching haha :)

      Reply
  68. Claus

    Beautiful! I have a wedding this weekend. I just found the perfect finish for the style I had in mind. Thank you very much from Spain!

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  71. Vanity_Love

    love everything ms camille!! Just wonderin’ how you make your background blurred.. And you as the main Focus..

    Keep on inspiring us Ms. Camille :-)

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  72. Anni L

    I love those boots :) You are always so beautifully put together.

    anni-dot-elle.blogspot.com

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  74. grace

    i love your hair! how do you maintain the color of it? and every when do you color your black roots? hope to hear from you :)

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Grace! Just make sure you condition your hair regularly. I color my roots every 2 months or so maybe :)

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  76. Paulene

    Wow! The shoeeeessss! I love it! :) I learned about a new hairstyle again. Tee-hee~! :3 Stay pretty!

    Reply
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