Do you remember the time when I could not be bothered to look good because I paid so little attention to my outfits? Well, my blog does. 😅

Then I realized how making a simple upgrade to my style just made me feel better overall. It does feel empowering, you know. Every outfit that I chose to rock—despite getting shot at with those disapproving looks for not dressing "like a mom" because I love to flash my belly button out—is a reminder that I can be anything.

For this trip, I prepared about ten outfits. Yes, ten! However, our seven-day trip was unexpectedly cut short, so I only got to wear five. 

The idea was to wear something fresh and appropriate for a hot and humid country. 

I would have loved to put on some light layers just for the aesthetics, but I'm pretty sure my armpits will go on a wild and violent protest. I also thought about wearing a summer dress or that plaid top and mini skirt set I've been meaning to wear for a long time. But I'm afraid I will have that Marilyn Monroe moment while running after two hyperactive toddlers. Or one of them will lift the back of my skirt up and expose whatever horror has been kept hidden there. 😝

So after a few days of planning, I came up with outfits that will still show some skin to keep me cool from the sweltering heat without putting myself at risk for an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction.

Yes, OOTD planning is one of my favorite parts about traveling. I like getting creative. But I am never really too eager to go overboard with the spending. So, here are the budget-friendly outfits that I wore in a fine, sophisticated, first-world country, Singapore:

Outfit #1

This is what I wore at the Singapore Zoo. The goal was to look like a zookeeper but make it stylish. 

Love the blazer and short set. Still thinking where else can I wear this.

Outfit #2

I decided to go with my usual outfit (shirt, jeans, and sneakers) to go around Universal Studios. With all the rides and crowd, it is important that I am able to move freely. 

Obligatory pic in front of the Universal Studios globe.

At the Flower Dome.

Walked more than 10,000 steps and surprisingly, this 79-peso sandals held up well. It's also light and so comfy!

Outfit #4

I'm starting to have this thing for terno/co-ords. I love how you don't really have to think about a lot of things when matching the pieces. All you have to do is put it on and you know that whatever shoes or accessories you pair it with, you still look good.

Merlion Park at night.

Outfit #5

I think this has got to be my most favorite outfit. It speaks a lot about me. Fitted tank top, baggy pants, and athletic shoes? You are seeing the high school, college, and present day me.

At Imbiah Lookout, Sentosa. Here for the Skyline Luge.

Sunglasses: Php 48 (shop link)

Mustard tank top: Php 58 (shop link)