Happening tomorrow! We’ll see you at Shangri- La Mall! Auditions are from 10- 5pm! Come in your best fashion statement and prepare to wow the Meg team with your charm, smarts and personality!
Fast track by going to www.iammeg.ph and pre- register!
Own the world in style ;) #IAMMEG2013
Announced via @iammeg_julz :) So if you’re that lucky blogger, please do check my account. The win stands for today, if not claimed, the VIP Passes will snowball to someone else so please inbox me your details! I’ll be in contact with you through tumblr :)
Circuit Fest on May 25, 2013 at Globe Circuit Events Ground. Come and play! Music & Skate! by Music Management International (MMI)
Featuring:
-Yellowcard
-Mayday Parade
-We Are The In Crowd
-The Downtown Fiction
-This Century
-Allstar Weekend
-A+ Dropouts
-Before You Exit
-Megan Nicole
Ticket Prices:
Moshpit – P5,336
Gen Ad – P3,735.20
Standing – P853
Early-Bird Promo until May 25, 2013
For GEN AD section only – P2,668
you can buy tickets at ticketworld.com.ph
Skate Exhibitions:Riley Hawk and Willy Santos
Hosted By:Mark Salling
I’m giving away a pair of VIP PASSES to Circuit Fest: Music and Skate 2013! All you have to do is to like and leave a comment on this post, screencap it and tweet it to @iammeg_julz with the hashtag #CircuitFest2013! I’ll be choosing randomly so go, go, go!
Well, hello there. As I touched down in the airport of Kalibo I was greeted from every corner, be it standies, posters, stickers, billboards or wallpapers…by the 16th Annual Nestea Beach! Which I was so fortunate to cover and represent for Meg Magazine who flew me there!
If you can, fly in directly to Caticlan, or else you’ll face a 2 and a half hour bus/shuttle ride to the ferry and 15-30 mins so after that. But no complaining because once I arrived, I could see what all the fuss was about.
Lined with uniquely conceptualized restaurants, hotels/resorts, clubs and shops, Boracay is THE ultimate mainstream getaway. (Seriously, there’s a Starbucks and Mcdo). As they say, it’s like Manila in Boracay but much much less polluted, haha. Good thing I was with my boys, Lambert and Mike of Jam 88.3 who were there to host a few events so I had someone to show me around and tag along with.
Here I am checking out the Nestea Beach Activity Center complete with a wifi zone and instant tagging photobooth (connects to social media sites), 50 bucks for a massage or paraw sailing and plenty of the newly refreshing flavored Nestea Iced Tea!
I was even pulled aside to “test” the new products from Nestle and promote them on- cam! I’ll be on TV! Ha ha!
But that’s work. The real fun was every night. First night was Summer Place for Illumina. Second night was Guilly’s Island for House ‘88 then we headed over to Epic Boracay for Play FM’s bass night.
While waiting for inside to hype up, we made our own little party outside by siting on the streets (well sand) and getting passersby to take shots. They ended up sticking with us the whole night, haha. We deemed it: the hipster party.
The place was packed mostly due to the turnout of support for teams from different universities and of course the players themselves. Here I am with the Champions of Women’s Volleyball, CPU! Woot woot! For the Men’s Division, the University of Visayas won.
We spent our second and third days chilling at Ariel’s Point and Sur along with friends and peeps from Magic 89.9 (because of the Magic Hunt )where we got some much needed tanning (for me) and swimming done!
Third night, however, I had to split from the main crew you see above me because the boys had to host at Juice Barand I had to be at the press conference for Jay Sean. 
An interesting artist he is…Indian but with a British accent.
Nonetheless, he was very friendly and polite and you’ll see later what gets more interesting…;)
As commencement for the Volleyball Finals, a victory party was held featuring some of Manila’s hottest DJs: The Zombettes, Mars Miranda, Ace and Funk Avy plus of course, international superstar Jay Sean.
Huge crowd watching the show and anticipating.
Which opened with a few AVPs and a fashion show for Converse.
And this is what I mean by more interesting…
During Jay Sean’s performance, (singing a love song) he bent down, looked me straight in the eye for a good two choruses and held my hand. Cloud nine moment folks! I have to admit, I was really kilig, haha, and the roar of the audience was…let’s just say, the attention wasn’t so bad. Ha ha!
Thanks for the photos Cat! I just love this girl and I can’t believe we had no idea we were only 2 rooms away and didn’t get to meet and hang till the last day! She works for MEGA too and she’s sooo gorgeous! You too Arvi! <3
But things ended as they usually do after a really fun night we only had videos of to remember (courtesy of Mike)…on the shore, bumming. Because let’s face it. Boracay’s about the only place you can just be a freak and not care.
See you again this weekend Boracay for Meg Magazine’s Annual Summer Party! Woohoo!
Cheers!
Take that boho vibe straight from the beach back into the city! So did ya’ll enjoy your Holy Week? Let me know! Drop a comment below. Whether ya’ll were bumming away at the beach, staycationing or on a, roadtrip! We all know, where you go is as important as what you wear.
So here to style profile my sex on the beach?! (just ‘coz I have a bikini shot) ooooh! Ha ha, beach in the city! Back to work folks, back to those metro streets! But as always, with your fashion feet forward ;)
Minus the jacket, the outfit is perfect for the summer! Get geared up by taking old, worn shirts- like this one here I stole from my room mate- and cut them up! You don’t see it but the sides are decorated in safety pins! The coolest shirts? Of course, band shirts or any vintage product shirt like cigarettes!
I get iffy about uber short shorts too but that’s exactly what the polo’s purpose is! Very in style nowadays, is the wrap around the waist look- and best in plaid or checkered for that 90’s grunge feel.
Together with a messy bun, sunnies and boots, you can walk around town running errands and still beat the heat by looking urban cool ;)
Jacket: People are People Php 1950
Shirt: Priceless
Shorts: Topshop Sale Php 1850
Checkered Polo: Folded and Hung Php 699
Boots: Doc Martens imported from the UK
Sunnies: Oakley (dad’s)
And thank you again, H2O Nothing But Water for another awesome bikini set! All the way from crashing festivals to swim- time with the girls, I sport H20 ;)
See, I love this jacket. Trending, leather and denim paired are in right now but for me it’s such a classic. Throwback to the James Dean era I must say. Again, its sole purpose is for weather changes, (indoor aircon climate) or if you wanna look chic, no harm there.
I stick to the messy bun again but this time, with bangs! (how do they have this much volume you ask? Simple! Tease or don’t comb at all!) As you noticed…I’m a brunette again! THIS, is still not my natural color, but my favorite so far. If you’re curious what the color was above- it’s golden BLONZE (blonde and bronze).
Maxi skirts kind of remind me of sarongs and this paired with a loose knotted sando say boho with a modern twist. Again, don’t forget the boots- since this look is already a bit monotone, sass it up with neon brights or florals like this pair here!
Jacket: People are People
Sunnies: Oakley (dad’s)
Floral- printed boots: Janilyn Php 1695
Lipstick: New Revlon Stay Color Plum Php 550
And much thanks to Oxygen for the black maxi skirt and bold print tee! I love you Oxygen!
Boho Goes Hobo! Haha! I mean Urban of course.
Till my next Style Profile! Don’t be shy to ask any questions or react non- violently by sending me a message!
Happy April Fool’s Day!
You’ve. Done. Lost. Your Mind! After waiting 8 years, fans in the Philippines finally got to see the English quartet that know how to start a party while keeping rock n’ roll in its place LIVE. Kele, Gordon, Russell and Matt gave a one- night show in Manila while on their Southeast Asian tour to promote their latest album, “Four” after a 3- year hiatus. Their first time, and we definitely hope it won’t be their last.
Recognize her? Yes, she’s that girl in Chippy. Uh uh, that girl in Smart too. And yeah, the girl you see in AyosDito.ph, the lovely Janina Manipol and friends! We had a moment during “Banquet” going crazy. Who can think of a sexier line than “I’m on fire when you come?” Kudos for being subtle.
PJ LaVina of Never the Strangers and his…Queenie Cocjin
I Still Remember..when these two were just friends. <3
It’s Lambert Cruz of the Mike and Lambert Show, 9-12 on Jam 88.3!
And Migs Torres of The Migs Torres Experience, 3-6 on Jam 88.3!
She’s Hearing Voices…the voice of Armi of UpDharmaDown! They opened the show with a 5- piece set including “Turn It Well”. My favorite!
What? You don’t want me to take your picture? Star spotting! Raimund Marasigan of Sandwich. I really wish these guys would have opened too. Nice catching him and the rest of the band, somewhere, watching.
I think one of the most awesome things about the show was the lighting. And the sound was superb. Bloc Party looked like they were having a good time and played most of the songs we love:
Helicopter, Hunting for Witches, Mercury, Flux to name a few. They went on for a 20- song set!
Just Francis Brew and Niche Dumlao being inappropriate. I said to hold their passes, of course they have other definitions for holding. Love you two! <3
Ok fine. Speaking for myself. I can’t help it, this guy’s a legend- one of our very own pioneers in local rock music. (not trying to make you feel old)
They must have really enjoyed the Manila crowd, because Bloc Party went on to do not just one, but two encores which included their recent single, Truth.
Star- spotting! Max Collins from GMA- 7 with Rico Robles of RX93.1!
Sponsor for Drinks: Red Bull
Giving it a thumbs up, Chino Liu Pio of MYX!
My little thoughts on Bloc Party Live in Manila…Definitely a concert worthy of two thumbs up!
And going hysterical as I always do when I see this pretty girl, another Liu Pio, Cher!!
Our only prayer? Please don’t make it two more years or any lengthy amount of time that is until we get to see you again! Give the great Pacific one more chance, este, show on your next tour! And we know as of now, Bloc Party is taking months off….for a new EP? Album? Signs says yes ;) Well, whatever it may be, so here we are, BP…waiting, respectfully.
As promised, even though it comes at a late time, Malasimbo succeeds my trips to Sinulog and Laneway (I told you I’m on a roll here).
Last March 1-3, one of my best friends, Sarah Spooner and I made a spur of the moment decision to head down to Puerto Galera for the 3- day festival.
Along with Sarah’s boyfriend, Ben,and a few friends, we jetted out to the island and wound up on the seclusive side of Sabang. Greeted by a beautiful port and resorts galore, we took advantage of our time there.
We hit the beach because if you don’t know by now, I am as pale as pale gets and I will take any chance to be abused by the sun.
Lovely cottages dotted the area we were in called El Galleon-which I highly suggest you save up for if you want a PG getaway because not only does it serve as one of the most well- kept tourist destinations, it’s also a diving school which Galera is famous for.
And like the ladies we are, Sarah and I spent the rest of the afternoon…drinking cocktails. ‘Coz there’s nothing better than Happy Hour and Buy One, Take One drinks. Yes, we apply that concept here in the Philippines for food and drinks.
My suggestion: anything with Bailey’s for a creamy, milky taste.
This is the only vain shot you’ll ever see of me so take a good look. I really just wanted to show you the bikini top I got as a gift from H2O Nothing But Water (whole set) from my time in I am Meg.Thank you H20!
Oh and my new hair color…well, then. I sported the ombre trend for a while, from bronze/golden brown on top till dip-dye platinum blonde ends.
The Beer Prayer
I pray this every night before going out. Good thing, we had a reminder hanging on the wall.
And as the night wore on, we had a quick dinner (check out Blue Moon and AJ’s restaurant) before heading out to the festival grounds.
Sarah studying the menu. (We suggest their cordon bleu and bangers and mash)
But be careful, meals can range from Php300- Php600.
Me taking random pictures of strangers because this chick just looks really cool and the guy was holding his hand up like I’m the pappo.
On the jeepney ride with our fellow white ones, ha ha! It was such a trip to see us all foreign- looking people squished in a tiny, little commute.
Funny story, on the way back, I got off at the wrong stop and ended up walking half a mile back along the shore to where we stayed. It was one of those lost in an illusion scenarios. I don’t want to do it again.
Before you reach the concert grounds, a long and winding walkway down decorated with all kinds of lights and art, features different artists huddled around fires, singing and dancing. This is the first time I’ve gone to a festival feeling more like a hippie than a hipster. Pretty cool, pretty cool.
We would have wanted to stay longer but seeing as priorities come first and we needed to head back to the city asap, we only had one night to actually watch and it was a good thing that night had Jimmy Cliff performing.
Yes, he’s the guy that sang, “I Can See Clearly Now” and yes they’re all Jamaican, he’s 60 plus and still dances like a 21- year old and it’s very adorable.
We weren’t able to see Joss Stone live, she played the next night on Sunday.
Antonov sponsored the event.
Taking the ferry back to the mainland of Batangas!
A one- way trip will cost you Php260 and it lasts for an estimated one hour. If you’re coming from or heading back to Manila, all in all this will be about a 3 1/2 to 4- hour trip.
Malasimbo Festival was overall, a very chill experience which I appreciate the most and if you like me, love to travel, I suggest going anytime to Puerto Galera for the local spots (many American and Irish themed bars and pubs), the diving and the pristine beaches.
Till my next adventure in Boracay for the summer! Cheers!
Top Suggestions:
El Galleon
Blue Moon
AJ’s Restaurant
Budget:
Php 4,500- 5,000/3- night stay
the first time i heard bloc party was way back in 04. and instantly, i went crazy over it. and last friday’s show was a testament i’m still crazy over them. though i was sorta disheartened at first when i saw the setlist from jakarta - it didn’t have all my favorites. but that changed when come the third song, they did THE PRAYER.
and by the last song, they did TRUTH. i cried. TRUTH was listed on my “best songs of 2012” countdown, and i had this joke that it should be the track on my jason magbanua video.
all in all, this gig is easily on the best moments of 2013.
What to watch this weekend? I’ve got you covered. From comedy to drama to animation to the supernatural and horror, take a look down below for reviews of recent and up and coming flicks to find your movie venture!

21 and Over: Comedy
A++
If you’re actually 21 like myself, relate you will! Two bros on a quest to bring their mate who just turned legal, Jeff Chang home after a night out, they run into all sorts of circumstances- but crazy ones to say the least. From bar hopping to getting caught in the wrong sorority house to a house party with LEVELS (yes, 8 levels to get to the top), they run around in circles when it turns out…they’d been passing his house all along and didn’t have a clue! You’ll have a ride on this adventure that takes you through college experiences at their finest…yes, the ones you didn’t remember at all. But on a deeper note, it has a moral lesson: you gotta go with your heart, no matter the pressure of parents and expectations. After all, you’re only 21 once. From the producers of The Hangover, 21 and Over will have you keeling over in laughter. So best bring your bros and girlfriends to this one ;) #icanrelate #im21bitch

The Croods: Animation
B
Never not be afraid. That’s the motto of the cavemen clan, The Croods, who literally live under a rock and have yet to see the light of day. But curious Epe takes a step out into the wild chasing the sun and finds…a guy. (And his name is Guy and he names everything around him). No, this isn’t a love story, this is a story about family and sticking together. When the plates separate (you know, like the ones on the Earth that made us 7 continents) life and humanity go with it, which is already fragile by the fact alone that they need to survive. Survival of the fittest takes The Croods to a place filled with everything opposite of what they’ve known…a story where you don’t just DIE, you LIVE and learn to live to see tomorrow- a place they’re searching for. This animation in 3D will TRIP YOU OUT! From an oversize headed tiger to a dragon/dog to a mini sloth to all sorts of different creatures and landscapes, the journey to reach the top of the mountain (tomorrow) will have you going, woooah…till they reach The End. Dun dun dun! (you’ll get what I mean once you watch it).

Oz The Great and Powerful: Fantasy
C+
So once again James Franco takes on a full load and a heavy role as the Wizard of Oz…maybe a load too heavy to handle. With the workaholic he is, although capable of such a tasking role, I just did not think he did it justice. I’m sorry, I know a lot of girls fantasize about this boy beside them in bed with his wits and smarts and effortless swag plus rave reviews but he could have done A LOT better. It was obvious he was tired from start to finish. Another actor looking flushed was the beautiful Mila Kunis, whose acting chops must have gotten lost along with her in the land of Oz. Graphics wise, the film did an amazing job. Again, another movie to trip out to- this time, a monkey with wings and a porcelain doll who talks— so if you’re into visuals, you’ll definitely enjoy. But if you’re difficult like me and follow the plot, well…you might as well follow the yellow brick road that leads to nowhere. Same ol’ same ol’ finding the witch who turns out to be the wrong one to kill, save the people and execute a blow-proof plan to outsmart the Bad queen- who by the way was the only one worth watching, Rachel Weisz. The boys won’t be pleased to see Mila Kunis turn into ugly halfway through the film but it does relive the classic old tale of evil vs. good and good winning. The moral lesson: believe. Because even if Oz wasn’t really a wizard, simply a low- life playboy magician, with the help of the Good Queen (Michelle Williams) and the faithful people of Oz, he finds a way to rescue the land and keep the biggest secret of all: the Wizard of Oz is really just a man, but a good man. And that’s what makes the movie so magical. You can do anything when you just believe…even if it’s not completely true. But I’ll be honest and say on behalf of the costumes, “it’s pretty but not enough volume.” I’ll watch out for the sequel.

The Last Exorcism Part II: Horror
D-
IT BETTER BE. Don’t put a part III (which by the cliffhanger, seems there will be) just make it the LAST already. You know how too much of a good thing becomes a bad thing? Or you lose interest in something that’s dragged on? The thing is, The Exorcist and Exorcism series is incredible, but whoever’s behind the pen has lost his mojo or is just over it and wants his monthly paycheck. When once hailed in the Hall of Horror Fame, this one is going down in the worst horror films of all time and that’s sad looking back at its legacy and the respect its gained over the DECADES. Talk about miliking it. We get the farm girl. We get she’s innocent. We get something happened in her past to make her that way. We get she’s a bit psycho and needs to be healed. What we don’t get? IS HOW CAN A DEMON BE IN LOVE WITH A PERSON?!?! Sexually repressed and deprived, she’s sexually possessed and that makes no sense at all. Neither do the flashbacks unless you piece them together towards the end! But that didn’t happen. Not even an actual exorcism happened!! Where was Jesus, no really? This ritual BS from other religions is getting on my nerves because in the first place we know how these movies became so popular is because they’re connected to the Christian faith which makes it so real. But this one? Was just phony. Ham acting, ham portrayal. And ham cliffhanger. One does not become a demon and simply drive around town destroying everything…without the body contortions. THAT’S WHAT WE WANNA SEE! THE BODY CONTORTIONS! And make some sense, please?
So there you go, what to see and what to just wait on DVD for this weekend in the cinemas! Happy movie watching! :D
