Ruffles and Dots

When you wake up every morning at 6:30 AM, you don’t really have time (or energy) to accessorize and pile on pieces to your heart’s desire. Many of you may seem surprised that I still have to go to work as early as those of you who are employed at corporations. Even though I work for myself, I still leave the house at the early hours of the morning, hitch a ride with my sister on her way to work and get dropped off my atelier to start my full day of work, work and more work. Almost everyday, whenever I dress up, I tend to just grab and go. Well, actually more like I grab my phone, pick what I want to wear on my phone (since I photograph all my clothes) and show them to Erlindol (one of our household helps) then quickly run to the shower and prep. It’s always an amazing race at home.

As you can see, on this day, it was an exceptionally quick race out the door. No layering. No fuss. It’s just a sheer top paired with a simple ruffled skirt. I took the first neon necklace I spotted, grabbed one gold ring, got the first bag I saw hanging from my cabinet and swoooooosh, out the door! I didn’t even have time to comb my hair hence the braid. Now, it looks like my hair style is just part of the styling! Haha!

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Since my hair was already in a braid, I thought of tying my buttondown in a knot instead of just tucking it inside my skirt. It goes well with the effortlessly sweet and charming hairstyle. It gives off a much more casual and carefree vibe, don’t you think?

To make up some more for my lack of preparation, I tried to put more effort into my makeup as well. Instead of the usual no makeup look, I went for a bold colored liner and bright lips. Actually, I seldom apply makeup at home. I almost always put makeup on inside my car. That’s how much of in a rush I am every single day!

Here’s a tip for fashion ninjas like me out there. (I prefer calling ourselves ninjas because we’re swift like that. LOL!) Try to visualize what you want to wear the night before, right before you fall asleep. Instead of counting sheeps, think of that one piece in your closet that you want to wear and what you think might work well with it. It’ll drastically cut down prep time for the morning after because at least, you already have an idea of what you’ll be looking for. Less hassle, more hustle. (Naks, pang quotable quotes yan!)

 Online neon green necklace

Equipment top

Tattle Tuesdays skirt

Furla bag | Mango ring

Feet For A Queen shoes

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153 Responses to “Ruffles and Dots”
  1. Kamkam

    Hi Ms. Camille

    i saw the elf shoes you posted on Instagram. And that was cute i like it :D Can i ask where’d you buy it? hehe
    Thanks

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  4. Chariz Nicdao

    I love your outfit! Have you ever blogged about your closet? I’m curious as to how you organize your clothes to maximize each piece since you like to play with your clothes a lot, wearing the same pieces of clothing but mixing them with others to create a totally different look each time.

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Chariz! My closet is a mess! Mostly because I’m running out of space haha! But we’re planning to redo our closet and bedroom so if that pushes through, a closet tour will be in the works! :)

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  5. Erika

    Hi Camille!

    This is my first ever comment on your blog. I’m a silent reader, haha! Anyhoo, you mentioned you select your clothing from your phone? Howww? XD Are you using an app for it or you just browse through the photos? Seems interesting enough to organize and visualize outfits ^^

    More power!

    ♥ Erika
    http://erikarodica.tumblr.com

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    • itscamilleco

      I do have an app for it but I just use the photos instead. I find it easier :)

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  6. Mark U

    This is you in a rush? Is this one of those slow clap moments like when you flew to HK/Singapore? Sounds like a morning straight out of an episode of Amazing Race. Nonetheless, still looking comfortably fab.

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  8. Charisse Roa

    Wow. You have a hectic schedule pala everyday. Where do you get all that energy when you have to balance your work in your office, this site, photoshoots and anything in between? Answering the comments pa nga lang, I think it’ll take time but I’m really happy you put an effort in reaching out to your readers in every way <3 You look charming and cute in this look! I got another tip from you, I should start thinking of what to wear the night before for my outfit the next day :) Thank you! ♥

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    • itscamilleco

      I have no idea! I get so few hours of sleep but it’s okay! :) I enjoy doing what I do :)

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  9. Tricia G. Ladiana

    At Last,nakita na kita naka braid!Ang cute mo super 2 months palang kasi akong fan mo so now ko lang nakita na naka braid ka!:) Sa 2 months na yon everyday na kong ino open ang blog mo.Lakas mo kasing maka goodvibes(NOJOKE) :))

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    • itscamilleco

      Awww thanks Tricia! :) Good vibes all the way! Here’s to more months and everntually, years, of good vibes! :)

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  10. Fifi

    such a gifted person you are Miss Camille! thank you for inspiring me to dress accordingly. hehe. I look like a plain jane most of time but you change my fashion outlook in this very boring life. :)
    Keep inspiring people! MABUHAY! :)

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    • itscamilleco

      Thank you Fifi! :) Warms my heart to know I’ve inspired someone in my own little way :)

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  11. Iola Gail Lanao

    This post will help me. Because I’m the type of person who just grabbed clothes from my cabinet and always in a rush to school. You’re such an inspiration. :D

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  13. Kristina

    I love love how classy and pretty this looks! Doesn’t seem like you were in a rush. Who took your photos? :)

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Kristina! My bestfriend took them :) I bullied her into taking them haha!

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  15. Kate

    “Less hassle, more hustle. (Naks, pang quotable quotes yan!)”
    For some reason I giggled at ths part! Btw, you still look lovely despite your busy sched! <3

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  17. Trix

    Neon is love! That neon necklace. (Awed). Hindi po halata na rush yung pagbihis. Haha.

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  19. Joanna

    Super cute po ninyo Ms. Camille, I envy you for being tall, tapos super white nio din, you’re like a barbie doll na sarap damitan :) thank you for sharing tips to avoid the hassle in the morning! :)

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  20. rhaicahmae

    really love your outfit! sa dami ng damit niyo po sa closet nakakabilib na alam nio pa rin kung anung brand ito. amazing!

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  22. Sephie Rojas

    Naka-relate ako with the whole “does hair and make up in car” stunt, hahaha! I usually do my hair in school since I leave the house with my hair stll wet. Kapag tinamad, braid or bun or ponytail nalang, instant hairstyle na! :D

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  27. maebs

    napakahardworking mo naman po :) ganyan di po ang ginagawa ko every night na pagwash day namin sa school I intend to visualize what clothes I might going to wear para hindi hassle. :)

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  29. Mica

    Hi Miss C. ask ko lang if wen mu i post yung Phuket adventure nyo with Miss Kryz and Miss Laureen? curious lang… excited lng…. hehe

    —– lurv ur outfit! i can feel na super comfy ka sa suot mu. and actually your right. instead of counting sheep’s, its better to visualize what you will wear the following day pwa di kana malulurkey maghanap ng susuotin….

    “Less hassle, more hustle” — hehe.. ninja lng tlga ang peg. ;-)

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks RA! Sorry I wasn’t around but at least you find a nice belt! :)

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  32. ana

    do they have Furla in Manila? Furla is a very expensive brand here in Europe..

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  33. Anelle

    This look is adorable! I love the polka dots! I read on one of your posts that you were on a trip to Phucket. Will you ever be creating a post about that? Your travel posts are always a joy to read and your photography is amazing!

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    • itscamilleco

      She’s actually a girl. :) Erlinda is her real name. :) And these weren’t taken by her though

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  36. abing

    effortless but a super perfect outfit…u know what tcamz(kung makaate as if close..) i also do the same thing at night,what varies lang eh nagsusukat talaga ako..hihi
    anyway ur really a huge inspiration to me..sa twing may mga esp occasion nga eh itong blog ko ung takbuhan mo ..

    n_n i just hope na mameet kita in person idol..:)

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  37. GIang

    Are you in Phuket, now? You are always pretty. Love your style so much!!! Fan from Vietnam :)

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Glang! I’m already back in Manila. I plan to visit Vietnam too! One of these days maybe :)

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  38. Christine Koay

    Love the polka dot sheer top & your hair! it really look like you hair style is part of the styling! =D
    what it’s like in your daily basis? I’m surprise you wake up that early! care to share about your work and what it’s like working for yourself? and what’s the most important thing when working for yourself?

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    • itscamilleco

      Well discipline I guess. You have to push yourself real hard. There’s no room to slack off :)

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      • Christine Koay

        thanks for the reply, Ms Camille! I appreciate it! =)
        I think discipline is the right word for me now..

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  39. kimee

    I was so excited to go at bazaar for all season because I thought you were there. Ahh, Im a bit dissapointed because I did not see you :(

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  40. Andz

    Hi Camille! Really excited and curious about your new atelier! Will we be seeing some photos of it anytime soon? Best wishes!

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  41. jUd canoy

    another nice outfit for the very hard-working Camille ^.^
    take care :)

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  42. janno cabigas

    youre so chic… i love reading you’re blogs…….very fashionista..

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  43. Claudine Claire

    So pretty Ate Camille!
    You’re even more prettier when you smile.
    Charming as always. Yeee~

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  44. Kathleen Claire Cañeja

    “When you wake up every morning at 6:30 AM, you don’t really have time (or energy) to accessorize and pile on pieces to your heart’s desire.” Natuwa ako, wala ka pang energy nyan! :D YOU ARE SOOO PRETTYYYYYY! :D

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  45. jhay-cee

    I totally agreed to you Miss Cams, I visualize my outfit or what I wear before go to sleep para di masyado mag cram in the morning lalo na pagnagmamadali ka talaga or malate ng gising. :-) thats what i do. I’m happy because we’re alike in this thing. :-D Super effortless beauty ang look mo. Bongga! eventhough you’re waking up early in the morning really ka ng rumampa. :-D
    Love it!

    xoxo – jhaycee

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  46. Larissa

    Hi Ms. Camille! Your skin is glowing, I can’t see you anymore. Kidding! Hihihihi! You’re so beautiful, Ms. Camille. I don’t know, every time I look at you, I remember my sister. I think you’re so nice and simple and beautiful and … ugh I can’t them all, but I just wanna let you know that, to me, you’re so beautiful. Yeah, I’ve said that thrice. Hahaha! :) – L

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  47. Charmaine Conrado

    Eeeeee we’re ninjas of fashion!!!!! Ngayon lang ako naniwala sa tweet mo sakin na “haha tao lang.” Oo nga, normal ninja girl ka nga rin pala. Hee love it! xoxo

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  52. Trisha

    Oh, so every piece of clothing and accessories and all that you have a picture of? HEHE Cool. I don’t like people touching my clothes so I get them myself. I do that too, visualize what I want to wear, sometimes I prepare it already if I still have time. =)) Oh and the braid, it doesn’t look like you didn’t comb your hair. Usually in order to make a braid you have to comb first db? So it’s not obvious =)) HEHE So when you wake up early do you go home early or late-ish? I remember in high school, we wake up early, go home like 4 or 5 pm and have homeworks so it’s like late na when we’re “done for the day” and the whole cycle. College is more flexible, but still, not much free time =)))

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    • itscamilleco

      Not accessories. I want to take photos of them too, maybe next time :) I go home around 7-8pm then continue working from there :)

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  54. Kim

    Hahaha I thought no one else thought of taking pictures of all their clothes and turn it into a dress up catalog of some sort.

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  55. Trisha

    Is that a french braid to the side? =))) I know how to braid but am really confused with the braiding of a french braid. HAHA I love your outfit! Man, I turned 19 2 days ago and I wore a nice outfit (I can send you a picture if you like=)))) and mom is like “that is too short” and my dad is like “why dress up when I’m not around”. I know they are concerned, but ehhhh I barely dress up na nga eh HAHA. School kasi I’m conservative syempre. Dress code kasi =))) Anyway, your outfit is soooooo pretty. Fresh and it’s like you’re the sunshine =))) Uhm, just a question, do you like allow internships? I so wanna work with you =)))))

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Trisha! Yes it is :) Don’t worry, parents are just protective of us :) Unfortunately we don’t accept interns yet :)

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  56. Char Lee

    totally effortless for something rushed! have a similar dilemma as well when rushing for work, its nice to know even fabulous fashion bloggers like yourself experience the same thing, makes styling more realistic :) btw, saw your pic with laureen and kryz in a beach in phuket, you guys look sooo flawless and sun-kissed..are you all wearing makeup?

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Sharon! I don’t know! Haha :) Best way is to visualize what to wear before you go to sleep :)

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  59. ish

    love the look, the shoes are amazing <3__<3 and i love the print on the blouse !
    xx ish
    tiny-heart-beats.blogspot.com

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  62. Marnelli

    Wow your closet must be super duper organized or your household help Erlindol has ninja skills too. Wardrobe tour please? :D And top + necklace so awesome :)

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  66. Isa Reynoso

    Napa-“awww” ako kasi super cute ng outfit mo. The hair suits the whole ensemble <3 and I like it that your necklace is in the exact green shade as the dots in your sheer top. :) I want your bag <3

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    • itscamilleco

      Pwede rin! :) I was supposed to be but I just found out there’s a scheduling conflict :(

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  68. Mars Gemilga

    Ikaw lang talaga ang in a rush, pero beautifully put together pa rin ang outfit. Ganda pa ng makeup! I really adore you! Sana sumapi sa akin ang Camille spirit pag I’m in a rush para bonggels din ako. :*

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    • itscamilleco

      Thanks Kimberly! I just have treatments and use Pantene. :) No fuss! I have my hair dyed at Park Jun Salon so I don’t really know what the color is haha!

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  72. Kyla Mae

    Wow, you work so hard Ms. Camille! :) I really love this outfit, it’s so fun and easy to formalize. You look like a doll! I also noticed that your bangs are longer now! Will you be getting a new hairstyle soon?

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