Last Saturday, this photo of me was published on one of the country’s top broadsheets–The Philippine Star. Philippine Star’s Supreme did a 2-page feature on me as a fashion blogger and as the newest Olay woman. (Yes, I am now a woman. Finally! LOL!) I didn’t get to see the actual spread until yesterday when I got back from Singapore, but oh boy, I died when I saw it. It was HUGE! Thank you Supreme! I’m honored!
To those of you who missed it, I thought I’d share the article here. Enjoy!
Photos by RXANDY CAPINPIN | Produced by DAVID MILAN | Written by CATE DE LEON | Makeup by PATRICK ROSAS | Shoot assisted by DAMIEN ALDEGUER, LEI ANGELIQUE CRUZ, and TIN ZABAT
MANILA, Philippines – Fashion is in all of us. It’s part of our lives. It’s part of you,” says 25-year-old blogger and Olay ambassador, Camille Co, whose love for creating different looks and sharing what she comes up with has literally taken her places. “It’s basically just documenting your style,” she says when asked how she tirelessly keeps the #ootd’s coming. “It’s not a magazine editorial where you have a theme or peg that you have to achieve. It’s all about you, so it should just come naturally and effortlessly if you’re someone who is passionate about fashion. Whether you’re going to ootd or not, you’d dress the same way anyway.”
In this interview, Supreme got to interview Camille about her style, what it’s like to be a blogger, from the readers, the opportunities, to the still-present stigma, her tips for cultivating taste, and what her ootd’s will possibly be looking like 20 years from now.
Camille’s style
“I’d like to think it’s versatile, but always put-together and sophisticated. I don’t like getting boxed into a certain stereotype, so I always make sure to try new styles,” says Camille.
Discovering love for fashion at an early age
“I’ve always been in love with fashion ever since I was a kid. I mean, I played with my Barbies because I loved dressing them up! I doodled princess gowns at the back of my notebook as early as preschool! My love for fashion was already evident very early on, not only to me but to people around me as well.
20-36 thousand hits a day
“I think my readers are a sophisticated, witty, and funny bunch. This is why I love conversing with my readers. They amuse me as much as I hope I’m amusing them. I love that they read my blog primarily because of their love for fashion and not because of anything else. It makes me feel fulfilled as a fashion blogger,” says Camille.
7 things blogging has gotten Camille
“One, becoming a cover girl of one of the country’s best fashion magazines
“Two, getting flown into different countries to attend fashion shows and events
“Three, collaborations and endorsements with big brands
“Four, seeing my face on billboards and TV
“Five, meeting people whom I admire and look up to
“Six, being able to reach out to more people, not only here but abroad as well
“Seven, becoming an Olay woman!,” says Camille.
Camille on blogging not being considered a “legitimate profession”
“It’s the same as my stand on people who think any other job is beneath theirs. If you’ve never done that profession yourself, then you’re in no place to judge. There are plenty of bloggers all over the world, but not everyone can be successful at it. Like any other profession, in order to succeed, you need discipline, perseverance, strategy, and so on and so forth. I’m not saying blogging is the hardest job in the world. Like any other profession, it has its advantages and disadvantages. But at the end of the day, you cannot deny the fact that it’s recognized by the most powerful people and companies in the world as a legitimate tool for marketing and disseminating information. And that makes me proud to be a blogger,” says Camille.
On bloggers merely being after the freebies
“When I started blogging, I had no idea I could make a profession out of it, or that I’d get these much freebies. I made my blog because I wanted to share my love for fashion and a few other things in between. The perks were just a pleasant surprise and a welcome bonus to doing what I love to do. Having said that, I cannot blame people who think bloggers are just in it for the freebies. I don’t know any bloggers personally who are like that, but if there are some who are, then all I have to say is people will see through them. You can’t fake passion. You can’t fake your way through blogging. You’ll get burnt out and so uninspiring. Blog readers are smart. They’ll know,” says Camille.
How Camille feels about the snobbery of traditional media toward bloggers
“Maybe they’re right, maybe they’re wrong. All I know is, there’s no need for snobbery. We can coexist and work hand-in-hand,” says Camille.
What Camille learned at 25
“I think I grow wiser and more certain of myself each year. This year, I learned I’m stronger than I thought I was. Or maybe I got stronger with age as well,” says Camille.
How Camille’s style evolved this year
“I think it’s much more sophisticated. Less frills. More streamlined,” says Camille.
5 tips on cultivating taste
“First, be open to new things. Try them out and experiment then judge.
“Second, meet new people and groups. The people in your life can affect and inspire you greatly.
“Third, travel. It’s a different learning experience and it will surely contribute to your taste.
“Fourth, read up!
“Fifth, get rid of items that you no longer use. It only means they no longer fit your taste. The faster you realize this, the easier for you to move on to better things,” says Camille.
How style changes with a woman’s age
“I think it becomes less confused and more certain. You understand it more as you know your body and personality more — which only means, it gets better,” says Camille.
How Camille expects to be 20 years from now. Does she dread probably having to tone down and be more subtle?
“Not at all! I welcome it. When one says goodbye to something, another always comes knocking at your door. I’m excited to finally be able to wear certain things that I can never pull off at 25. There are so many women in their 40s that I look up to. I call them my life peg. I don’t see them as any less fashionable — only more graceful, confident, and classy. I only hope I can be like them 20 years from now,” says Camille.
You look sexy here, Ms Camille! Congratulation on your achievement! And yes, you are a woman! =D I really like you say that you can’t fake passion. You can’t fake your way through blogging. If you blog just for the sake of getting free stuff or getting famous, the interest will fade eventually. You truly are an inspiration, Ms Camille! Keep on doing what you do! And thank you for being my style inspiration! =) And i would like to wish you and your family Happy new year.. i know it’s really late.. LOL.. May God bless you and family health, peace and joy. =) <3
Thank you Christine! :) I wish you all the best as well :)
This is so touching. I agree with you, you can’t fake passion and you’ll reach nothing if you’re only after the freebies/money. Just like Hazel, I admire you more every time I read your blog. Pretty, Witty and Classy! Keep on inspiring and blessing others. Can I say “I love you” hihi. :3 (I’m not a lesbo. LOL)
Yes you can! :) Thanks Roxy! :) I hope it never changes :)
Nice :) so cute and simple
Thanks Mark!
my admiration for you continues to get deeper every time i view your blog. very inspiring!
Thank you Hazel! :) It feels good to hear that :)
I agree! Your style was cutesy and funky (but still classy) before. Now you look so sophisticated :)
Thank you Benj!
Everything you said were absolutely 100% true. You should do a section of these kinds of talks in your blog every once and a while. Like, “Life Lessons with Camille” or something, lolz :P But seriously, everything you said here are exactly what a lot of people need to read, realize, and understand about life, blogging, and fashion. It’s so inspiring to read these kinds of things every now and then. I guess you get to discover and learn about these things when you get older, huh? Haha! Wisdom may come with age :)
Thank you Sephie! That’s a cool idea. Life Lessons With Me! Although i doubt I’ll have a lot to share. But that’s really something to think about. Thanks Sephie!
I actually saw and read this article! I actually took it away from our newspapers so I won’t lose it! Now, I don’t know where I placed it. oopppsss! Hahaha. don’t worry, it’s just somewhere in the house. I will surely look for it again, and when I see it I’ll get a box with the label “fangirl” or “Camille Co only.” I’ll place all the magazines I was able to collect with your features and I may also print some of my comments with your replies and place it in there, too! HAHA. :)))
Awww this made me smile :) This is so unbelievably sweet of you! :)
this is so WOW *speechless* hehe
Thanks Angelou!
I have been reading your blog since you were nominated for Nuffnang’s best fashion blog. You are always so sophisticated, sleek and yet adventurous. I simply love you!
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Oh wow :) Thank you Nicole! :)
wow! will we be seeing you in an Olay tv commercial soon? :)
Ooooohhhh :)
Congratulations ate Camile! I’m very much inspired by you, and now because of reading this interview, I think I can say now that I look up to you. You really are amazing. You’re so sophisticated, classy, and graceful in this photograph. One day, I hope to see this great person in front of me and maybe, just maybe, talk with her. Hope to see you in Blogger’s United 6! God bless you po. Hope to see more of you in the future. <3
Awww thank you Mai! I’m sure we’ll be able to talk some day! Hopefully at BU6! :)
Capital WOW you look great in your photo Ms. Camille short kwento lang… My 4 years old niece saw this article and immediately grabs the news paper to her mom and brings it to my room and said tita Ada she’s the girl you followed in twitter diba:) btw my niece really loves your eyes :)
Awww that’s so cute! I think she’ll grow up to be a smart lady LOL! Thank you for introducing me to her! :)
Yaay!!! One proud fan here! Haha :) Congratulations Miss Camille. You’ve gone a long way and I’m sure there are so many exciting things in store for you in the future!!! You deserve all the blessings you’re getting in right now because you have a very kind heart! I will never get tired reading your blog!!! :) God bless you and more powers!!! :)
PS. Hope to see you again on Bloggers United 6!!!! Yiiiiieee.I’m beyond excited :)
Aww thank you Joicellene! :) I’ll definitely see you at BU6! :)
You always inspired me. You are my idol. My Mom also likes you very much.
Thank you Winchell :) Thank you too mommy!
What lippie brand and shade are you using? I’ve been looking for a nude lipstick for quite a while. :)
Patrick Rosas did my make up here so I don’t know what lippie he used :)
Clap Clap. This article is the best and surely inspired a lot readers. I just admired you moooooooooore :))
Thank you Joan!
I love you even more ate camille! Hahaha! Hindi ako nagkakamali sa Pag choose ng favorite fashion blogger. God bless you ate! :*
Awww thanks Kim!
“You can’t fake passion.” Wow! Food for thought. You are an inspiration ate Camille. Maybe this is one of the reason why I like calling you ate, you can be someone to look up to. You deserve all the things in your life now :)
Awww thank you Lourine! I hope I don’t disappoint!
Oh no you don’t disappoint. And I hope you don’t get annoyed when I call you ate and all other FC-ness. Hehe. I just really like you :)
Never :)
congrats ms. Camille, that photo is so awesome, I’ve been fallowing your blog for almost half a year!but this is my first time to comment on your post..heheh
Yay! First comment! :) More to come?? :)
After reading this, the admiration I have on you has gotten sky high!! Ever since I stumbled upon your blog (back in September 2011, still in high school) I was beyond inspired that I even made a blog of my own! Ahhhh, I really really wish I can get to see (and hug and chat :D) you on the upcoming BU 6!!!
Thanks Kathleen! :) I hope to see you at BU6!! :)
Pang Miss World ang peg! Congratulation Ms. Camille. A round of applause and standing ovation for you. You deserve what you have received. #proudfanhere
Aww thanks Judy! :)
I just love this Ate Cams, sayang di ko to nabasa sa mismong newspaper. Pero it doesn’t matter, I believe na yung fashion style na isang babae, it gets better habang tumatanda! Btw congrats to you and Olay as well! I am a proud reader!
Thank you Nelayish! :)
You are the best, Ms. Camille! :) A very inspiring PASSION-ista! Marami ka pang mararating. Teehee. Idol! I’m excited to see you in a TV ad as an Olay woman! :D
Awww thanks Mitch! Passionista sounds good! :)
You are only 25 but you already own a business, a great fashion blogger whom lots of people admires, very smart, yet very humble and not snob. You are really an inspiration. :)
Thank you kimiko! :)
I discovered your blog since I was in high school. Guess what, I just graduated college, and I still find myself reading your daily posts. I always admire your fashion sense. Its a mix of everything yet you made it so easy to keeping it classy. :)
Oh wow! I’m glad I was able to keep you company through this blog :) Thanks Nicole!
OMG Ms. Camille this so awesome, close to perfection and so inspiring! Love yah!!! :) Hope you’ll visit Bacolod soon.
Thank you kenny!
THE BOMB!! You’re so smart!
Thank you Denise!
This made me love you even moreeeeee ♥
Awww thanks Mhaica!
oh my gosh! you look like a supermodel! :) fierce! kaya nga fierce- ka sa puso ko! (okay, corny yun. pinu- push ko lang po!). hahaha. I always love reading your blogs and articles about you it is because you have a witty answers and your really humble :)and your always be my favorite and best fashion blogger! :)
Hahaha! I had to re-read that line just to get it! LOL! Pwede, pwede! :) Thanks Maebs!
I read this last weekend and I am so amazed by your words. You are not just artistic in fashion, you are not just passionate about it, but you also have the right attitude to explain to people what you do. For me, the best part is the one about “On bloggers merely being after the freebies”. It really proves that you are more than a fashion blogger. You can be a movement.
Aww thank you Joann! I’m flattered that you think of me this way. I only hope not to disappoint! :)
Woah! congratulations Camille for another Milestone.. I love olay! I am so happy to know that the one I look up to is part of the olay family now. :) so happy for you cams.. :) You deserve it! one of my favorite line of Olay is “I don’t care if I grow older, as long as I look younger”.. weee.. we’re so proud of you.. ^_^
Thank you Rica! I love Olay! It feels so natural to be part of the family :)
I learned something in this blog..haha like expirement something.. :) nice picture <3
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Thanks Grace!
WOW! Congrats Camille on this feature and for being the new face of Olay. Great photo and article! You’re just one of the very few bloggers I regularly follow and I can’t wait to read your posts someday soon when you finally found your man. :)
Awww thanks Setty! :)
Amazing picture!
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Thanks!
you look like Yoon Eun Hye YEH the one in the coffee prince and missing you:))))
i love your blog:)
i just recently start reading and BOOM! I read your older post to super old post every after work hahahahaha:))))
Awww thanks Czarlotte! :) I’m guessing nakahabol ka na :)
OMG!!! this is so awesome! you’re so inspiring Ms Camille :)
Thanks Don!
Hoooooooong gandaaaaa naman! I really really like this Cams! You will always be my favorite blogger! Please don’t stop blogging kahit na 50 years old ka na para may inspiration pa akong mag dress up when I reach the golden age. lol
Hahaha I don’t know about blogging at 50 pero who knows! :) Thank you Reena! :)
;) What a refreshing post… 20 years from now I see my self still checking your blog posts Ms.Camille…. Congratulations for all the success you’ve got! You deserve it. Such a talented, down to earth, true fashion blogger.
Awww thank you Marichelle! Aasahan ko yan ah! 20 years from now! :)
Yes! ;)It’s my pleasure…^_^
Congrats! Hope I can see you more in TV (not artista but like you had in ETC )
Who knows what the future holds! :)
Congratulations Camille!! The interview make me just love you even more, more than pizzas! LOL
Hope you can also visit here in Iloilo City and have some ”Meet-and-Greet”.I’ll surely die crazy If I see you personally :)
Holy moly!!!! More than pizzas?! I’m flattered haha! Thanks Rosan!
Congratulation! ^^ I love your fashion and blog ^^ your fashion inspire me too!
Thank you Serene!
You’re very inspiring Camille! You’re one of my favorite bloggers, seriously. I love you!
xoxo Zoe
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Aww thanks Zoe! :)
Good answers. I’m glad to see you moving & growing successfully through blogging. You’ve greatly inspired other bloggers..pls continue!
Thank you Tayme! :)
ahhhh! i super love this article of yours! thank you for sharing this <3 so inspiring!
Thank you Vina!
Lovely article, your love for fashion really shines through this blog everyday.
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Thanks Chiamaka!
“You can’t fake passion.” Indeed!
Well said. One of the reasons why I love you Ms. Camille. I’m loving you more… and more… and more. Haha. :)
And hopefully, moooooore! Haha! Thanks Kristine!
Hi camille did you have nose surgery?
Nope! If I did, then I should have a better-looking nose then LOL Besides, I don’t think I have the guts to do it. I’m too scared!
Ahhh! Why didn’t I get a paper that day? Huhuhu. Thanks for sharing this article here Cams. It would terribly suck if I failed to read this… :) COntinue to inspire Cams. We love you!
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Awww thanks Anne!
Wow, congrats Camille. That photo is stunning.
xoxo
Ivy
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Thank you Ivy!
You look stunning in that photo! Great article, your answers really had a lot of depth. I especially like your answer to that last question. A lot of people are afraid of aging but you make it sound like such a beautiful thing so it’s very comforting and inspiring.
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Thank you Kyle! :) I understand why aging can be scary. But once you get over all those things and accept the true beauty of aging, it’s an exciting thing!
Woah! Is that really you? Is my first reaction when I first saw your post of this pic! Your so sexy here! Congratulations Camille! Grabeh hindi kana mareach talaga ;) but please stay humble and true cuz we really love you Camille! The kind and all good vibes Camille! ;) Also, I’m excited to your new discovery in SG! Maybe I’ll be able to check those out this December! oh you’re not yet done pa pala with HK noh? hehehe!
Done na with HK1 Outfit shot lang :) Thank you Kay! I will try my best to remain this way. :) Foreverrrrrr :)
You will be an iconic blogger at the age of 40’s for sure. Not just merely by your looks and style, but it is also because of the personality that you have towards others and to yourself. Even though I haven’t talk and meet you in person yet, I know for sure that you are one extraordinary or shall we say a WONDROUS PERSON! ;)
Awww thank you Ren! You guys have so much faith in me, it’s so touching! :)
“You can’t fake passion. You can’t fake your way through blogging. You’ll get burnt out and so uninspiring. Blog readers are smart. They’ll know,” — I love this! One can never stay in the bandwagon for too long if it’s not what they bleed for.
Ang ganda ng photo. Pang-ANTM ang peg. :))) Congratulations for another HUGE achievement. You are no doubt an Olay woman. (Pag bumili ako ng olay, Olay woman nadin ako? haha.)
Hahaha! :) Oo naman! Olay women tayong lahat! :) Thanks Kweng!
Wow! You really inspire me! ;) I’ve started blogging a day after our shoot! Thanks for the tips! Your entries are so fab! Please don’t stop inspiring your readers. ;)
Thank you Maan! Please keep blogging as well! :)
Whyyy do you have to answer each question sooo prefectly?! I AGREE WITH EVERYTHING YOU HAVE SAID! I always knew you are woman of substance!
Love the pic! Gusto ko ganyan lang ang peg sa creative shot for my graduation from college! Simple, minimalist, and classy! You had din ba creative shoots sa ADMU? Do you get to suggest ba on how you would like it to look like or sila lang talaga magdedecide sa concept for your shoot?
Yes I did! But I did something pacute LOL! :) As for shoots, usually it’s up to the magazine or creative director :) I wish I can have magazine/editorial shoot na my idea naman. Maybe next time! :) Thanks Tasha!
oh my gosh camille! your so daring here i cant even! :o anyways can you give me a name to name my blog? i really cant decide on the name i keep on changing it ahaha, i just need a suggestion :) pretty pleaaaase <3
Oh gosh, I’m not the best person to ask. My blog name isn’t really the most creative! :) Haha! Hmmm maybe think something that goes well with your name? :)
can i do “carina tries to blog”? LOL JUST KIDDING! HAHAHAHA :)))
Hahaha!
smart anwers camille! they were fashionably intelligent!
*answers
Thank you Kate!
YOU’RE 25 YEARS OLD!!!???!?!? I THOOUGHT YOU WERE ONLY 18-20 YEARS OLD. gosh you looke young :)
Oh stop, you’re making me blush! Haha! :)