Jeje 3D shades

I don't really know why they are so damn expensive. You can one of these for a fraction of its buy me price. Head over to a newspaper vendor and buy a copy of Manila Bulletin. Darling, you can get the 3D glasses for FREE. I just don't know if MB is getting its targeted income for it. Who on earth would want to see a real gory photo in 3D?

Oh well. it's just probably me babbling. From 3D glasses to Manila Bulletin to ebay.

I guess party bunnies would buy it. Jejeje.

Turtle neck for looong necks

I have seen girls wear turtle necks and sadly though, not everyone can pull it off. It's principles is very easy, you gotta have a looong neck so it'll accentuate your neck more.

I saw this one, it's up for bidding. So far, there are three long necked girls watching for this top. I am a long neck too, but I don't think this I'll bid on this beauty.

Pretty, yes, but if you were it wrong, it's beauty will just go to waste. Stella Mcartney Silk trophy jacket, just your best bet when you are strutting in killer hilss and some pencil cut skirt. Oh loveet!

Would you buy an Auth. Coach?

Have you ever bought at least one FAKE wallet or bag in the bangketa? Those with pentel-marked cardboards laid on the bags saying P50 or P100.

I plead, guilty.

But who hasn't? With a hundred bucks, you can get a bag that is branded as Louis Vuitton, or Benetton, or Coach, or whatever. It isn't authentic of course. A hundred pesos is just a fraction of its real price.

Yet, it is also the same reason why I never liked those brands. Every bangketa I have been to has those brands stamped on the fake leather totes. All are saying it was made in Hongkong or Thailand and the quality is triple, quadruple A but the bottomline is, it is still FAKE.

Coach probably has the most number of clones. And it is also the reason why I couldn't convince myself to get an authentic one.

But ebay proved me wrong. I am not a fan of Coach, but when ebay showed all the new designs of Coach, viola. It made me want to have one!

Let's take this

AUTHENTIC COACH BONNIE SHOULDER

for an instance. It has a really unique style.

Totally different from Coach's usual sewn C. No trace of the old COACH here, just a new character and an attitude. The pink color broke that monotony on Coach's usual design.

Suddenly, I wanted to have one. Aside from its color, dang, it looks so chic too. The New Coach is tres chic, they are gone being the old tres fois.

I just wish the seller would lower the bid. It a bit too much for a bag isn't it. Oh well, tres chic, tres fois, it doesn't matter. I guess the real question is, can you afford it?

Staring at ALDO

I am literally staring at this beige ALDO high heeled boots.

I know it'll fit me but I am just not so sure if I can walk on these for more than an hour. I don't even think I can stand on these for a minute. But dang, I am sure these heels will break necks in seconds.

But why am I buying it for? For every ladies' appreciation or mine?

How many times have we fallen into this trap of buying something just because it looks nice on our feet but in reality, it kills it. I have tons of killer heels like these and I have learned my lesson. Unless I am some thin lady walking on this long ramp to boot my fashion statement, I ain't wearing this baby.

Comfort first then reason. Am I wearing it for myself, or for everyone's appreciation?

So no, stay where you are. Let someone fall for you but definitely, it won't be me.

Oh, and just in case, she got you at hello, you may get her here. Don't say I didn't warn you though.

It's Marc Jacobs

Whenever I'd see those nerd-ish, big eyed girl characters with flashy grins on their faces, Marc Jacobs automatically registers to me. It is perhaps his signature character that makes those simple bags beg for more than ten thousand pesos more.

This monday, as I was doing my morning check on ebay's new finds, this sling bag snagged away my attention from the new esprit tote bag I was checking out. It is as if these to big eyes are staring at me, telling me to look here and buy me!

Dang! The bid started at 99 but that was four days ago. Now that it has 2 days left, the price already soared to almost P2000. Just imagine how much it'll cost with only a few hours left to bid.

Expensive right?

But no, it is still cheap. The real MJ bags costs five times of that, but since it is from Japan, the price is slashed off at least seventy percent. But really, a bargain hunter like me won't fall in to that trap. It should be the other way around.

So yes, I'll just wait and wait until this new sling bag arrives my way.

So much for MJ or should I say, Marc Jacobs.

Pretty in Pink bag

I am no pink person but because my cousin paraded infront of me with her new hot pink bag, I realized that I wanted a new one. So I did, thanks to ebay, it wasn't really hard not to find one.

It ain't new, and me buying online is ain't new also, so I just said to myself, bid anyway.

She's coming today. Oh well, I hope she is in excellent condition, like the user has told me.

Just when I thought that pink isn't my thing? I think now, it is cos pretty is pink.

Bargain lair: ebay.ph

The-you-won't-believe-price: P99

Abstain

Two more days to go then it's payday time!

I can't wait! I can't wait!

No buy

This is the time I draw the line.

No bidding. No shopping.

This is the time to say no.

Yes, no.

Until Sept 15.

Goodbye Tsumori

Late this afternoon, I posted an entry about the Tsumori Chisato I am watching at ebay. When i left the office, the bid price was at P305. I was really in high spirit thinking I'll be able to buy her in less than P500. Yet when I checked again, the bid price went up to P650, with 40 minutes left to bid.

It's a push and pull decision. Since the top got high bids already, the chances of getting it at a lower price is definitely low. With that, I have decided to let it go.

I hope the one who wins her will take care of her.

Ampalaya mode is on.

Marc Jacobs left me a sigh

Sigh.

I was eyeing this dress for 3 days now and each time I visit her page, her bid price just kept going up. She is priced at P1.200 now and she still has 7 more hours to go. I had plans of bidding on this dress, but when it shot P800, my red light suddenly lit. It's too much for me.

So here I am giving out a big sigh over this really nice item.

Boohoo. Till next time Marc Jacobs.

Now watching: Embroidered Tunic Dress

This one's probably made for the girly-girls. An embroidered Tunic Dress that signals a green light to all things feminine. Embroidered neckline, with floral stitchings and silk lining, that makes it a dress that would break that boyish, cowboy tone in my wardrobe.

I haven't won her yet.

Is she worth it? Only if my wallet would agree.

But who knows?

Now watching: Tsumori Chisato

I love Tsumori Chisato. Who doesn't?

I love this top too. Who wouldn't?

I don't know if I'll win her. But I will try.

Oh drat.

*crosses her fingers for the 2nd time.

Now watching: ESPRIT

Who wouldn't be dazzled by this top? The silky bow neatly tied on the bosom spells elegance in its simplest yet most attractive way. There's no way I won't win this one. Nah-uh.

Got 2 days more before the bidding ends.

Hope I win her.

*crosses her fingers

Mother of Pearl watch

White, stones, pearl and dial. This is one of my best buys online. I have seen one of this in the mall and it's price really shoo-ed me away. So when this went up for auction, I literally glued my eyes on the dial until it reaches it near bid end.

It's not branded. And I don't care.

She's pretty still.

Bargain Lair: ebay.ph

You-won't-believe-it-price: P385

Auth Gian Franco Ferre Blazer

For first impression sake, let this Gian Franco Ferre Blazer do the talking. Right, she isn't a typical blazer you buy and slid in blue plastic bags. Her style can give you a good impression that she isn't just the ordinary.

Bargain Lair: ebay.ph

You-won't-believe-it price: P350

INC Kimono Top

If there is one thing I thank the Japs for, it is for inventing KIMONOs. Tops like this are every pear-shaped gal's best pal. Since we, (ehem!) are bottom heavy, we need to pull those eyes up our upper extremities. Kimono-typed or bat winged tops does a great job doing that. It creates great balance on those narrow shoulders, while accentuating your slim waist.

I just love this beauty. Elegant, classy and attention-grabber. There is no wonder I waited an hour before I gave my final bid. Got it for only P310. With it's beauty and price, would you say NO to this Kimono?

I said Yes. Yes, you're mine.

Bargain lair: ebay.ph

hard-to-believe price: P310

Victoria's Secret Puppy

I have always known Victoria's Secret to be a brand for lingerie, satchel bags, and flower scented perfumes. This was the first time I bought anything from VS that is actually a toy. Honestly, I was a bit disappointed when it arrived. It was a bit smaller compared to my big expectations.

There goes my imagination of it being a guard dog on my bed. With it's size, I can crush it in no time.

So to my disappointment, I hid him inside my cabinet; along where my lingeries and mini towels reside. And then I thought, that's his job!

Guard the base! Guard it from pervs who had intentions of stealing undies.

So he did. No one has tried getting my undies though. Too bad, I'd really like this dog to bite, at least create a fright. But she's adorable. So who wouldn't love her?

Bargain lair: ebay.ph

You-gotta-be-kiddin'-price: P200

Marc Jacobs Aviator Shades

Since my shades needed to retire, I had no choice but to look for a replacement. Finding the perfect sunglass for my face's shape is hard, getting it at a lower price is definitely harder. but I am a bargain huntress, there is no saying NO. So yes, I found one.

Marc Jacobs Aviator Shades. I would really like to say it is authentic but I can't fool my eyes. I can distinguish a triple class A from an original and this one simply isn't the latter.

Yet who cares, this baby may not be an authentic M.jacobs, but she is someone you won't lift a brow at either. She is classy and her shades are perfect to shield my delicate eyes from the sun. For me, she's really nice. Light on the eyes and perfect on my complexion.

You'll have your eyes glued on this one when you see her up close. A real beauty, I promise.

Priced at P499

Bargain lair: ebay.ph

Sex and the City earings

I can't get over this pair of earing when I saw Miranda wear it. I believe I had watched SATC too much that I can spot their accessories when I see them online. And I did. One ebay seller had this on auction and she said it is similar to what they used in SATC (Sex and the City). So without second thoughts, I bought it.

Elegant. Unique. Classy.

Very SATC.

Except the price though.

Got it at P120.

Where else? ebay.ph

Zebra inspired watch

Animal prints are in so I have to have this zebra-ic watch on. Nothing special about it aside from the really nice print it has. It so looks authentic Zebra hair. Whatever it is, it adds a wow to my everyday ensemble.

And honey, it is cheap too.

you-won't-believe-price: P235

Bargain lair: ebay.ph

Geisha flat shoes

Simply adorable Geisha Flats.

I have never seen anything like it. Forget that it's just like those cheap korean flat shoes, but what matters is the design. They looked adorable when I paired them with my topshop tights. Really chic and pretty.

you-won't-believe-price: P355

Bargain lair: ebay.ph

Marc Jacobs Top

This is my first ever Marc Jacobs purchase.

In reality, I can never afford it. Imagine how a single top would cost? Oh no, I can't even imagine spending my hard-earned penny on those m.jacobs print. But I did it. Yet, guess what, I just spent a fraction when I purchased this beauty.

Again, my sincerest thanks to ebay.ph.

Got it BNWOT. Sheez, with or without the tag, as long as it is brand new, then I am cool with it. What is even nice about it is it is soooo nice.

I wear it with the sleeves pulled up to my elbows. The print is really enchanting. Bright orange with a weird looking raccoon in front. Just my color palette.

I love Marc Jacobs. Well, who doesn't?

Guilty

I am guilty.

I didn't know that my purchases online are going overboard. My bills are piling up and my expenses are really high. Oh, shopping, why are you so addicting?

The old me is back. The ebayholic roe.

Next post will be my purchases.

Again, I plead guilty.

But who isn't?

*grins

The yellow shoes and I

This wasn't intentional.

I didn't buy it simply because it is yellow, mustard yellow to be exact. I bought it simply because this shoe has the swag. Tie it, ribbon it around your feet, and voila, it'll just look as pretty.

So no regrets. Got it for P500, shipping fee included.

Where else? ebay dot ph.

I love you ebay. I love you new yellow shoes.

Bargain Lair: ebay.ph

Too-good-to-be-true price: P500 inclusive of shipping fee

Kara B Croc Bag

Wherever I go, this bag is simply a magnet for attention.

Kara B Croc laptop bag, won from a bid on eBay.ph.

With removable foam support, provision for files, and laptop cord topped with its very chic design making it one of the best deals I ever won on eBay.

How much? P500.

Bargain Lair: ebay.ph

Too-good-to-be-true price: P500

Real price: P2500

Twisted Metal

At first sight, I thought it was a long earthworm mistaken as an accessory. I was about to leave in disgust, but since it looks unique, I shoved the idea aside and tried it on my arm.

Wow, it good it looks on my color. It is also flexible and it is undeniably pretty. So without second thoughts, I asked the tindera the magic words - Magkano po?

I didn't believe her about the price until she showed me the tag - P100. NOT BAD, for a good steal. I remember seeing this in one fab mag lounging at the office and it was priced at P800. Just imagine how much I saved - P700. Well, that gave me another reason to walk around Market, Market for another good find.

Bargain Lair: 2/F Fashion Bazaar, Market Market

Too-good-to-be-true price: P100

Real price: P800

SAVE: P700!!

The Haggler

Okay.

Let's face it. It is not easy to find a nice bargain. And often times, when we find it, there is one thing that doesn't agree - our pockets. So what now? You just can't snatch it away from the boutique can you?

This is where haggling comes in.

I am sure most of us had our moments of triumph because we got it at the price we want. But the real question is, did we really get it at the price we want? Or was it just a fair deal?

First and foremost, we have to choose the place where we will haggle. Divi, 168 weren't popular because of the variety nor the low price it offers. These malls are popular because aside from getting it at a cheaper price, you can still haggle.

Of course, we have our own lists of Mini-divis and mini-168s right? Whether it's a bazaar you often go to at PBCOM tower in Makati or some bazaar near your place, you need to know where you need to say the magic words, "last price", "tawad".

Second, do not settle for the first shop you set foot into. Bazaars are created in such a way that each booth is positioned side-by-side or across each other. Because, for bazaar organizers, variety is everything. Take advantage of how the stalls are positioned. It maybe narrow and pretty congested perhaps, but it lets you compare a menu over the other.

Compare prices. Because doing research will help you bargain later.

Third, know the price and remember it.

It helps when you know the worth of what you are buying. Don't fall into the loophole of getting the item just because the tindera said it's cheap already. Always do your research. New items are often expensive. So know the price difference, P50 is still P50 right?

Fourth, during haggling time, it helps to befriend the tinderas. No matter how masungit the tindera looks, there is still a soft spot in their heart. So if you are determined to really get that top you are aiming for, make the tindera your bestfriend.

Fifth, when you haggle, play fair. They know if you are playing low-ball and this is a bit repelling to them. Use your research, if the other store offers the same item at a lower price but the store you are in has a better stock or color, try to challenge her a bit. Allow her to think that you really like the top but because of the price, it makes you want to just let it go and buy from the other store. This really works, because at the end of the day, these stores has a quota to reach. But don't push her to her limits as well. Because some doesn't care and will even tell you to scoot. So play fair.

Sixth, if the tindera wasn't moved with your sweet talks, and your wallet can only afford so much, then don't push it. Give it a few more days, and prices will probably go down. Plus, it gives you ample time to save right? So don't just buy. You have to be smart too. Because there will always be better styles and colors that'll come. It is just a matter of getting the right one.

Lastly, say thank you. Often times, we are too giddy with our purchase that we have forgotten Ms. Darling Tindera who made our bargain possible. A simply thanks and a smile makes their day, and puts her in a good mood. So that is a new bargain hunter comes, she can say YES again all the way.

It's yellow and it is Chanel

In all honesty, I am not sure if this one is authentic. But I believe if it weren't, then I'd rate it, triple class A.

It is intricately sewn, perfect stitching, and the insides are made of soft velvety leather (which I think is, calfskin) with Chanel trademark. I bought it from a boutique I often go to in Ruins, BF Homes. It's on EUC - Excellent Used Condition when I got it.

Bargain Lair: Ruins, BF

Bargain Cost: P500

My rating: I REALLY LOVE IT!

The Mustard Bag

I have always loved mustard bags, and when I saw this on ebay. I said to myself, you're mine.

Like a real mustard this will add a new twist on my soon-to-be-bland wardrobe (cos I haven't shopped in weeks). A full, strong splash of mustard color on my outfit, just the way I imagined it.

Bought it BNWOT, meaning, brand-new-without-tag. Bidding started at 99 petot, bought it at P305. Not bad right?

Oh, the brand? It's Esprit. :)

Come on ladies, we can't help it. That little emblem on our bags adds a little flair to our outfit. :)

Bargain Lair: ebay.ph

Bargain finds

To be honest, I have no idea which item to post because I have lots, and lots of good stuff in my closet that I got at a really, really nice price. So I'll just say..fire away!

Just something

(I am still thinking about what to write here. I am too giddy to start an entry. I'll just leave this space blank for a while. Cos I have been hit by a writer's block sometime between a few minutes ago or just now. Tah!)