Soft Luxe Travels: Mango SM Baguio, Fun Finds at Art Bar, and My Curated Purchases

Happy Christmas, Glow Ladies! How was/is your Christmas Eve? I wish that you are surrounded with the love of family and friends, laughter, and the Miracle of the Season. 

Let's continue with my Baguio Soft Luxe Travel Diary starting with..

Mango

Another regular stop in SM Baguio is Mango. It's no secret that I love Mango. I've been buying from this brand ever since they opened their boutique in Greenbelt.  

This leather jacket would be brutal for Manila's heat, but perfect for Baguio's cool weather. 

 I love that embroidered detail, but we all know that white pants are tricky. 

I like this shirt, but it's going to be summer soon and I won't be able to wear it as much as I'd like to. It usually starts getting hot in mid February. 

Pretty scarf

I also like this, but this is not my shade of blue. 

I have the navy blue version of this. 😊 

This is another perfect Baguio look! 

Yes, please! But still a Baguio look. well for Manila, you can ditch the jacket after work. 

I also like this dress but the straps are too long. 

More beautiful scarves

Art Bar

We were waiting for my mom, so I told my sister and son to just stay sitting where they were (in front of Mango), while I go to Art Bar. On the way there, I noticed this:

Is Forever 21 moving out or moving to a different location?

I'm not a fan of this brand. I don't like the quality of their clothes. 

Art Bar is one of my favorite art stores. It's a shame, I can't buy anything because I don't have the time to pursue my hobbies like water coloring, pen coloring, etc. My son has also stopped painting ever since his art mentor left for the US. I've been encouraging him thoiugh, because he's pretty good at it.

Yes, to these Mont Marte poster paints! Mont Marte is one of my favorite brands. I have an ottoman full of Mont Marte stuff! 

This is the view from Art Bar. Sigh..

Love these fluoro poster paints, too! They remind me of fabric paints. Mom and I used to customize our shirts using fabric paints when I was a kid. Also loved customizing my Tretorn sneakers. 😁 

When I have more time to pursue my hobbies, I got you on my list, Koi! 

I'm not a fan of the OG Stabilo because they're awkward to hold with my small hands and fingers, but I love these skinny ones! I have a few in my stash. I really wanted to buy this 18-color set, but I still have so many highlighters. Inhale. Exhale. Self-control. 

I used this brand when I was teaching. I asked my students to make their own clay tablets using this clay and write cuneiform on it. 

I like these drawing pads, but felt that they were a little overpriced. 

I want to try this brand. Any feedback?

I love the fun designs on these Stabilos

Ohuhu is another brand on my wish list. I've been holding off because, well, I don't have the time! I should really carve some time for my hobbies. It could be a part of my mental health program. 

These are great for gifts. I almost bought it just for the pouch! 😆

This is a good brand. My son's paintings still look the same even after 9 years. 

I'd like these markers too, but I was told Ohuhu is better. I do like the case. If you're a busy artist meeting clients, this will be perfect to lug around. 

My Curated Purchases

These are from Miniso. I am loving that lamp! It lasts a long time. My first Miniso lamp is bigger, but doesn't last a long time. I need to keep charging it.

The other one is for mom. 

I had to buy a pack of these Barbie makeup sponges because we extended our vacation and my disposable ones were running out. 

Forgot to add this to the group photo! It was hiding behind my other toiletries. 

I got these from Mango. I thought an orange bag would be a fun addition to my wardrobe. 

Next up - Traveling back to Manila 

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'Til my next post,

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