When the general community quarantine was implemented in Metro Manila -- finally -- I took the chance to free myself from the restricted house arrest, see the current situation in the outside world, and kinda alleviate my lockdown fatigue. Sounds pasaway that I intended to make labas, but no worries, I practice all the precautionary measures whenever I am outside. Besides, I only went out for my essentials when I had to order eyeglasses and contact lenses, when I and the fam had our annual flu vaccine, and when I had to pick up my computer set in the office. Other than that? None! And if I have, I go out of the house only to go to another house/s: grannies', Dada's, and second fam's home. That is just really it! Important errands and visits to my loved ones 💖 I used to have a "fight-against-the-disease uniform" whenever I go outside. It was a red-violet sweater, black jogging pants, baby pink sneakers with a black baseball cap, clear goggles, and of course, a handy surgical face mask. I wanted to cover everything of me, so I opted to dress this outfit always. But then one day, I needed to go out and the said uniform was not washed yet, so I had to create another ~fighter OOTD~. I wore another set of jogging pants, but with red-white linings on the side this time, same old shoes, but a different top which was way chill-er than the long sleeves. There, I realized that I enjoyed dressing up, like the way before. I also see others, like the fam, the friends, and bloggers and vloggers, wearing different clothes when they go out anyway. So I said, okay, I will be back on styling because I miss it already. It is sooo true, too, that the good things in life should not be stopped just because of this crisis. And voila: Fashown kahit na may pandemya! The farthest location (from our home) that I went to the metro since GCQ? The University of the Philippines! Like what I said, I only go out due to essential stuff or if it is about my beloveds, so... That. Loved my dress-up gaming that Saturday because I wore a vintage jumpsuit in fatigue color. Not into brands, but it is from Calvin Klein! My mother had it before and it is passed on me now. I partnered it with a white semi-turtleneck three-fourths from Uniqlo and white rubber shoes from Skechers. I did not bring a big bag that day, just my Sony camera bag for my needs. And to tell you, in all honesty, this is my most favorite fighter outfit yet! Why? Because every garment has a meaning for me. Never had a symbolic OOTD like this before, so it holds a special place in my memory. Very perfect on what I feel about the present, dark times of today... Been wanting to wear this old-but-unfaded jumper ever since Mama found it in her closet while we were general cleaning last April. I really love vintage finds! And since this is vintage, vintage stuff from Ma, it holds deeper cents to me. Which is? To take care of whatever that is or are that matter/s, so it could last long -- longer than one could ever imagine! Just as what the color suggests, I too, am fighting. I am fighting with the shadows of my past, battling against the present events, confronting the unknown future. And, to be paired with this kind of collar, I would never let someone take away my breath from me. I shall continue breathing, living with purity, justice, and goodness! 'Cause the green and the white represent that I am one with Earth. Thus, with humanity. Yes, every living thing! These earthy tones shall prevail against darkness, sadness, and every negativity in this world. Lastly, the bag implicitly tells me that I do not need a lot in order to make myself complete. A few essentials and mindset and principles and I am good to go! Sick, huh? It amazed me how the uniform I used to wear when going out before made me realize that it is only I who limit my indescribable self. I usually have choices around, but I always settle down on one. Instead of trying out, exploring, and still enjoying life, I fixed myself into the mundane. Good thing though, I am not boxed into what I only know! Grateful for these open eyes and mind. So, yes! This turtleneck 3/4ths-fatigue jumpsuit-white sneakers (with face mask and trusty goggles from Dada's lab lol thanks, Kuya Ken) would be my most "palaban" outfit this community quarantine! With this OOTD, I could fight against the virus because I am wrapped up. This does not only protect my body from the unseen harm, but it also gives me the modern-Katipunera style I want to convey while fighting for human rights! I promise you, self, that I would take care of ya no matter what. I would not let the fears take over anymore. Would look at the silver lining of life, but not to the extend of toxic positivity. To live better every day with a grateful heart, lezzdodiz! :)
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THE BLOG-GIRLE L A M A N I L A Ela Mones, a Filipina girl,
is a passionate lifestyle blogger who loves to express her unforgettable life experiences and best moments through words, photos, and videos 💖
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