Glow by Lady E

  Vigan has a way of wrapping you in its timeless charm. From cobblestone streets to heritage houses, from comforting food to thoughtful little details, the city feels like stepping into a storybook. There’s something about its pace, its history, and its flavors that invites you to slow down and savor the moment. I’ve gathered everything from our trip to Vigan here in one place, so you can walk through the journey with me. Whether you’re planning your own trip or simply want to wander with me through words and pictures, may this wrap-up inspire your own version of a soft luxe adventure. ✨ The Vigan Series: Pack with Me Soft Luxe Travels: Why I’ll Only Bring 2 Palettes to Vigan This Weekend Soft Luxe Travels: My Travel Wrist Candies: What I’m Bringing to Vigan Soft Luxe Travels: The Day Before the Big Day Soft Luxe Travels: What’s in My Travel Tote   Soft Luxe Travels: What's in My Beauty Bag for Vigan Soft Luxe Travels: What's in My Backpack for Vigan The Journey to Vigan, ...

  This was the fish-shaped restaurant that I missed during our trip going there. For the trip back, I really watched out for this so that I could take a photo! 😁 The second half of our journey home was just as memorable as the trip itself—full of unexpected stops, little joys, and even a few challenges that turned into stories worth telling. Roadside Snapshots There’s a special charm in capturing life along the road. Rolling landscapes, quiet towns, and quick glimpses of daily life framed our windows as we drove by. Each snapshot was a gentle reminder that beauty often lies in the in-between moments of travel. In part 1, I left you with photos of the sea. Today, let me show you beautiful greenery.  Aside from the fish restaurant, look at the other quirky shops in this gas station!  We pulled over so that our driver and I can take photos of this beautiful welcome arch, which we were not able to take decent photos of on the way there because it was raining.  A Famil...

Calle Crisologo by day is already enchanting, but the experience evolves as the day goes on. After our café and souvenir stroll, we found ourselves lingering longer—discovering more shops, escaping to the quiet of Mindoro Beach, and then circling back to see Calle Crisologo in the rain, which made everything feel cinematic. More Shops to Explore Kabsat Lanai has beautiful pieces. The price reflects the artistry and craftsmanship that was poured in each piece. However, a lof of pieces were dirty and looked worn out already.  Maybe these are just show pieces,  and they have the real stocks in their stockroom?  This skirt is what drew me to this shop We wandered deeper into Crisologo and discovered even more shops filled with woven bags, trinkets, and handwoven pieces. Each store had its own personality—some playful, others more traditional. It was the kind of browsing that felt leisurely, not rushed, which made every small find more meaningful. I was able to buy a bag and...