SWV and TLC in Manila 2016

Super late post but I just had to share this amazing concert of SWV and TLC in Manila.

Those of my age who don't know them must be living under a rock! This concert got all the 90s vibes back! Thanks to Vans PH for our tickets. We really had fun! :)

The Chainsmokers Live in Manila

I was close to missing this concert because I had to wait for the free tickets. I was in a wedding in Cavite when I foud out that finally, our friend got us free passes to the concert from Globe. Thanks so much, Mr. Ernest Cu for giving us access to the Globe Premiere Suite! :)

the awesome pair

While some of our friends were partying near the stage, Lady and I were actually having fun at the suite because it's so comfy out there. We got some drinks and some seats when we get tired of dancing. I didn't need to get too close to the stage to get good photos because my camera's 24x zoom never fails to give me quality photos in every event.

concert buddies

The last time Chainsmokers was here was when they're only familiar single was the "Selfie Song". We made it to their concert at Republiq (Resorts World Manila) back then through the guest list. But now, they've become really famous and their songs topped the charts.

A good friend, a talented actor and model, Phytos Ramirez

I super love them! See my own version of a post-concert video below.

Looking forward to more awesome hits ahead! :)

And one of my best friends was crowned Ms. Philippines Earth 2015!

I couldn't be any happier for her because I know this is her dream. I've been a witness to her struggles and to how she worked really hard to reach where she is now. I'm a proud bestfriend, and sister (from another mother), I must say.

Once again, Congratulations, Angelia Gabrena Ong, from the City of Manila, for winning the title of Miss Philippines Earth 2015! This is just the start. You have a long journey to go. Go on and prove to the Filipinos and to the rest of the world that you deserve this title. We'll be supporting you all the way. Good luck and God bless, Miss Crystal Queen!

Ladies and gentlemen, please support her campaign, #wewillbecausewecan and let's all pray that she wins the international pageant in November to give the Philippines a back-to-back Miss Earth title for 2014 and 2015.

and we gave her 3 victory parties :)

Miss Manila 2014

Congratulations to my soul sister, Angelia Ong for winning 2nd Runner-up in Miss Manila 2014. She also won as the Press Choice and Best in Evening Gown. I'm indeed a proud friend right here! I know this will open a lot of bigger opportunities for her, so watch out!:)

June 24, 2014 (PICC, Manila)

the candidates

Lady and I cheering for Angelia

Special Awards: Angelia won as Press' Choice :)

evening gown

Angelia won as Best in Evening Gown

Top 15

Angelia on her swimsuit (sorry for the photo, I forgot to bring my camera again)

Top 5

Q&A

Announcement of Winners

Angelia won as 2nd Runner-up

the crowned beauties

supportive friends on stage

and I'm so proud of this girl

girl friends in full force

my OOTN :)

after-party at Solaire Resort and Casino

xoxo,

city girl

Drink Up 2014, OneVibePH, The Chainsmokers in Manila

May 24 - Drink Up 2014 (Manila) at The Forum grounds

I didn't really know about this. On the day of the event I woke up to a message from a friend giving me free passes. Of course, I went with him to check it out. So there's a concert happening. It was Urbandub and other local bands on the earlier part of the night, then some DJs started playing EDM late at night. I've tried a lot of beer flavors and of course, my favorite stop would be my friend's own, Brotzeit. Our RFID bands were loaded with tokens worth Php 1500 I guess, and that's what we used to buy food and drinks within the event grounds. I was able to appreciate the event 'cause I got familiarized with different brands and types of liquor, particularly beer. I'm not actually a beer drinker 'cause I don't like its taste, but I liked the flavored beers that I've tried such as the strawberry beer of Xavierbeer from Baguio, and of course, my all-time favorite, Affensaft (mango-flavored) from Brotzeit.

strawberry beer!

the trial set

my Liquor 101 professor :))

Brotzeit's customers

me, Mags, and Edward, the man behind Brotzeit

June 11 - One Vibe PH at SM MOA Concert Grounds

It's the celebration of Philippine Independence as the clock struck 12. Bottles of beer were sold for only Php 1 and there were a lot of freebies from different booths of brands who supported the event. Besides having Apl.De.Ap, the event became bigger because of Laidback Luke. Got VIP access from Viber and extra free passes from Vans. It was fun because I got to see a lot of friends, and our "barkada" was almost complete that night. But since we're already feeling the signs of ageing, we left at 2am and had early breakfast at Rufo's Famous Tapa in Blue Wave, Macapagal. Of course, we all ordered tapa.:))

what's wrong in this picture? LOL!

food trip

June 13 - The Chainsmokers Selfie Tour in Republiq Club, Manila

Again, I didn't know about this. I got dragged by my friends who told me they already got me listed and there's no more backing out. And I was like, "Who are The Chainsmokers?" Then they showed me the music video of the "Selfie" song. HAHA! Anyway, they produced good music; and the concert was generally fun. However, there were some parts that I got a bit bored. Well, it's probably because I was too sleepy and not really prepared to party that night, most especially because I stayed up late the previous night as well. Anyway, after their set was a birthday celebration for DJ Ace Ramos. After the candle blowing, we left the event 'cause we were really sleepy.

please excuse the quality 'cause I failed to bring my camera

with my friends: Aris from Bacolod and Keigh from Iloilo

my guy friends: Dinand, Puch, Joshua

"but first, let me take a selfie"

done!

I sometimes feel too old for these parties and I can feel my body giving up as well. Now I really appreciate staying home and getting a lot of sleep. Haha.


xoxo,

city girl