A: Born and raised in the Philippines. Currently, living in Manila.
Q: What have you studied, and what are you doing now?
AA junior in College taking up Advertising and Public Relations.
Q: Links to your style networks?
A: http://www.unveiledelegance.tumblr.com,
https://www.pinterest.com/amandaabong/
http://unveiledelegance.polyvore.com/
http://instagram.com/shutupamaya
Q: How would you describe your personal style in 3-5 words?
A: Minimalist edge with elegance.
Q: Where do you shop? Luxury or high street? New or vintage? Boutiques? Online?
A: I don't have a staple shop I got to to buy clothes. However, I do have a niche shopping at vintage thrift stores. Never do I buy online because I need to see for myself what I am purchasing whether it be clothes, bags, shoes, etc.
Q: If you had $300 for a shopping spree, how many items would you buy?
A: About 5 items or more if I splurge it in a vintage shop.
Q: Do you prefer street style fashion or runway fashion?
A: Definitely, street style. Even in special events like extravagant parties or dinners, I stick to street style but formalize it in a way.
Q: What do you splurge on? Skimp on?
A: I splurge on basics (tops and bottoms), and shoes. I skimp on bags an accessories.
Q: When and how did you become interested in fashion, and where do you find your inspiration?
A: I always loved the clothes of Barbie, Bratz and other dolls. So, from there, I spend my time playing online dressup fashion games. Eventually, my taste just evolved as I got a hold on magazine and blog sites. Anything could be a source of inspiration for me as long as it makes me feel a certain way. For example, going through magazines like Nylon where I am exposed to edgy fashion it makes me feel cool or one of a kind. So I attempt to recreate the looks and add my own flare.
Q: Who are your favorite style icon(s)?
A: Audrey Hepburn is my #1 style icon. Simply because she portrays elegance and class. Emma Watson, Kendall Jenner and Lily Collins are few of my modern style icons.
Q: What are your favorite fashion blogs? Magazines?
A: Nylon and Vogue are my favorite international magazine. I am obsessed with Preview, which is local magazine. For fashion blogs, Le Blog Le Betty, Jenn Im (more of YouTuber though), and Zoe Suen. Not a fan for fashion blogger that is locally based because they all look the same and have no creative and unique touches.
Q: What do you love about fashion? Not love?
A: Fashion can influence and even shape an entire culture. Through fashion, people are able to express and communicate their individuality. So much hard work and not to mention passion is put into the industry. In fact it integrates different industries and collaborations that can further create innovation and creativity. It is a glamorous world people would often underestimate or even over look its true meaning. With the class fashion has brought about, certain individuals are pretentious when it comes to high-end events.
Q: Your favorite designers & brands?
A: Locally, Cheetah Rivera, Vania Romoff and Francis Libiran. In the international scope, Ellie Saab.
Q: Do you follow fashion trends? Which ones?
A: Not really. I just go with the things I like. Not all trends suite me or are at my liking anyway but it doesn't mean that I don't try them. Minimalist nude style has been apparent in the scene, but it has always been a permanent trend for me since I feel it best suits me and I am most comfortable in. However, I still like to experiment, to create fashion.
Q: Do you have any fashion rules when putting an outfit together?
A: Know what trend or style suits you best. Don't force a style upon yourself just because it is the "in thing". See what accentuates your body type as well.
Q: Which would you be best at? Worst at? (Stylist, Designer, Photographer, Buyer)
A: I'm best a designer, perhaps, since I am in love with designing and creating clothes. Photographer and Stylist would be a strong second, I have an eye of aesthetics. When it comes to styling, I know what trend or style fits a person judging by their look and body shape. Buyer would be last most likely!
Q: What is your dream job?
A: A fashion designer with a brand that speaks to the audience and contribute to every individuals confidence.
Q: What are your other interests? How do you spend your spare time?
A: I love to write, design, read books, dance. As much as possible, I do yoga and pilates. I rarely gym since I find the regualr routine is too boring for me.
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