A Japanese clothing brand that upholds positive values through its designs and quality recently opened at SM City San Jose del Monte!
Positive. Polite. Clean. Honorable. Kind. Fun. These are the values that the founder of INSPI admires about the Japanese culture, and we cannot deny that Filipinos are also known with
these kind of values especially with being positive and motivated.
INSPI Philippines is a retail company that markets several brands that will holistically inspire and promote a positive outlook in life. INSPI wanted to advocate and celebrate such important values, making it unique with the other clothing brands.
INSPI designs, develops, manufactures, and markets its own apparel from newborn to adult. Some of their products include T-shirt, Polo Shirt, Sando, and other lifestyle products.
Visit INSPI’s first store with SM at the upper ground floor of SM City San Jose del Monte, and use the hashtag #WearToInspire to join in spreading the good vibes.
Go beyond stylish shopping and be glamourous as you can be as Glamour Studio opens at SM City San Jose del Monte.
Illuminating the boutique is a very unique Glamour Studio signage that will surely catch your attention and eventually lead you to a bright photo studio-type store inside. Glamour Studio is committed to creating clothes which are, in equal measure, chic and
accessible. It is characteristically fresh but never alienating, and its easy button-downs and flirty dresses could seamlessly fit to complement the existing wardrobe and get styled to suit with the many roles of a contemporary woman.
Glamour Studio clothes are designed with current trends in mind while making sure that they could fit to the customers’ needs and demands. Lastly, Glamour Studio offers a fashionable clothing yet made affordable. Be among to visit the Glamour studio located at the upper ground floor of SM City San Jose del Monte.
As official technology partner for NYFW: The Shows, SAP integrates innovative solutions for designers, media and the fashion community
NEW YORK, New York — February 9, 2018 — SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) and Badgley Mischka today announced that they will unveil the Badgley Mischka Runway mobile app by SAP, available exclusively on the iPhone and iPad, that will allow audience members at the designers’ February 13 New York Fashion Week (NYFW) fashion show to interact, in real time, with the collection as it debuts down the runway. Backed by SAP® technology, the Badgley Mischka Runway app will also provide a unique post-show experience for both on-site and virtual attendees.
The Badgley Mischka Runway app will feature exclusive details of each look in the Badgley Mischka Fall 2018 collection and each model’s name. Using the app’s “like” and “love” functions, show attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback for invaluable real-time data and analytics that Badgley Mischka will use for future design and production decisions. The app will be available for download in the App Store February 9. The app was built using SAP Cloud Platform SDK for iOS, which was developed by Apple and SAP. The app also uses the SAP Fiori® user experience and SAP Leonardo Internet of Things capabilities.
“Fashion is a fast-paced industry — not just during Fashion Week, but year-round,” said Mark Badgley, Badgley Mischka.“Through our work with SAP at New York Fashion Week, we are excited to be receiving real-time insights about our collection from industry insiders and consumers, which will ultimately help us bring these looks to market.” Following the Badgley Mischka show on February 13, SAP will host a Fashion Insider Panel, “Demystifying Digital: The Future of Fashion Is Now,” featuring Jennifer Morgan, Executive Board Member, Global Customer Operations, SAP, and Mark Badgley and James Mischka, Badgley Mischka designers, as well as supermodel and entrepreneur Coco Rocha. They will discuss how to best leverage the intersection of fashion and technology to more effectively reach the millennial consumer.
“How brands connect and engage directly with consumers creates the greatest opportunity for business in the 21stcentury,” said Morgan. “SAP is at the center of helping companies meet this challenge, and we’re thrilled to partner with an iconic brand like Badgley Mischka to showcase how our innovations are shaping the future of retail and connecting businesses, consumers and designers alike.” With these initiatives, SAP continues to bring in-demand innovation to the fashion and retail space, building upon it existing work with 20 of the top 20 global apparel and footwear retailers. SAP helps fashion decision-makers gain real-time visibility into inventories, optimize demand-supply matching and drive consistent customer interaction acroschannels and geographies on one common platform.
About Badgley Mischka
Over the past thirty years, Badgley Mischka has flourished into a true lifestyle brand recognizable worldwide. To date, the Badgley Mischka brand includes multiple product categories such as Eveningwear, Day Dresses, Sportswear, Outerwear,Bridal, Swimwear, Footwear, Handbags, Eyewear, Timepieces and Jewelry. Mark Badgley and James Mischka’s timeless designs appeal to a wide range of fashionable women including Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Sharon Stone, Jennifer Garner, Julia Roberts, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren, Taylor Swift, Sarah Jessica Parker and Carrie Underwood. Badgley
Mischka is sold in the most prestigious stores in the world including Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Harrods and Harvey Nichols in addition to the Badgley Mischka flagship boutique in Los Angeles.
About SAP
As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP (NYSE: SAP) helps companies of all sizes and industries run better. From back office to boardroom, warehouse to storefront, desktop to mobile device – SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable more than 378,000 business and public sector customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably. For more information, visit www.sap.com.
The conception of Yoga pants and sweatsuits worn only inside the gym are a thing of the past. These types of clothing have evolved through the years and defined street-style chic. The modern-day society has already embraced athleisure as a staple piece of clothing in every Filipino’s wardrobe necessities. Gone are the days that we feel constrained by our outfit choices. The choice of a new flexible, comfortable local athleisure brand that will give us a versatility in showing our silhouettes is here.
Atsui which is translated to “hot” in Japanese is a local brand that produced and exported sportswear since 2014. The vision of the brand is to provide Pilates and Yoga wear that would match the needs of everyday enthusiasts in function, fashion and price. The brand plans to expand its reach to provide the same comfort and confidence to all kinds of movements.
“I lived away and trained for Pilates for a few years, and when I decided to bring my experience back to the Philippines, I was taken aback to find that there were very limited options in the country; quality active wear was available, but it was often too expensive,” shares Leslie Silvestre, one of the founders of Atsui. “The response for Atsui within the community has been overwhelming, and we just want to extend and share the brand to everyone who enjoys an active, stylish and fun lifestyle.”
With Asuis’s strong commitment to quality, the brand introduces Airemov which is a specially woven 4-way stretch and moisture-wicking fabric with increased elastane that allows each pieces to move as you do. “We make sure we use the best fabrics to provide the support needed for high performance activities such as spinning, boxing and crossfit,” says Homer Silvestre, co-founder and designer for Atsui.”Each product that we create at Atsui is carefully designed and engineered with uncompromised quality at honest, appropriate value.”
At the Raffles Residences Lounge, Atsui’s 2017 Pre-Holiday collection was recently launched on the 27th of September 2017 with a pop-up showroom and showcased the brand’s signature style and quality active wear for all sports and activities.
Rivers is the newest collection, inspired by Asia’s great rivers and the the different and changing circumstances around it. The new collection exhibits Atsui’s movement and progress through pieces that blends form and function: rich in colors, classy prints, comfortable and durable.
2017 Pre-Holiday Collection: Rivers
HUANGPU | Inspired by the river that bisects Shanghai that highlights the two faces of the city – Puxi with its historical architectures and Pudong which is lined with modern skyscrapers
SUMIDA | Inspired by the river in Tokyo, Sumida is a study of contrasts juxtaposing the Japanese reverence of nature with its Sakura tree-lined banks against the electric energy of the big city
CHEONGGYECHEON |Taking from the changing view of progress of the Korean mega city of Seoul, where the Cheonggyecheon River is found, the collection features patterns that hint of technology, reworked urban camouflage and topological maps.
ATSUI BASICS COLLECTION
Stylish designs in neutral palettes and solid hues
There’s nothing like a good pampering after a hard day’s work. We all deserve back rubs and foot spas to nurture our tired feet and sored backs. As a nurse on a 12 hour shift who leaves work in the wee hours of the morning, it would be amazing to find a full service spa that will cater to my preferred place and time. Home service is a great option to consider. Rainbow dream spa is a haven to those who want to escape the daily grind and restriction of a limited business hour facility as they boost on their 24/7 spa and pampering services.
Last Wednesday, September 6, was the opening of the second branch of Rainbow Dream Spa in Unit 2B España, Grand Tower II, España St. corner Lacson St., Manila. It was graced by Atty. Arlene De Castro, owner, special guest Ms. Wilma Doesnt, Atty. Reynaldo Lopez, Mr Rudy Niu, and Mr. Miguel De La Rosa, Marketing and PR Head. Beauty and relaxation from head-to-toe, total pleasure and full-service was provided to almost a hundred guests on the said grand occasion. Combination of traditional and modern services such as massage, body treatments, and skin care with the latest health techniques can be expected at this full-service spa plus it retails quality hair and nail care products.
Ambiance
The newly opened spa is packed with individual rooms to cater to one’s need. The area is well-lit and complete with posh carpeting and a big mirror on the side. Customers can wait on the spa’s colorful yet comfortable chairs. Their reception desk is filled with products such as the K Ross Fragrances owned by Katrina Sagucio-Pardo. Starting out as a hobby, Katrina Sagucio-Pardo thought of starting perfumery after realizing the potentials of this lucrative business. K Ross Fragrances has a variety of scents to offer. It blends handcrafted perfumes inspired by your favorite authentic designer scents. The secret of making the scents last eight to twelve hours is the 20% fragrance oil contained in each perfume.
To date, the bestsellers for women are designer-inspired perfumes – Lanvin Eclat D’Arpege, Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom & Honey, Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin, D&G Light Blue, and Clinique Happy while Acqua Di Gio, Bulgari Extreme, Carolina Herrera 212, Clinique Happy and D&G Pour Homme are hits for men and each comes in 30ml (P180) and 50ml (P300).The next door room is the salon area filled with four back-to-back salon chairs and mirrors with neatly placed hair tools. When you turn to the left you will see the manicure and pedicure area which was painted in pastel complete with the foot wash sink . After going past this room, you will see the washing area for the salon and bathroom. Turn to the left side of the bathroom will take you to different massage rooms and facing these rooms is the facial area. All rooms are air conditioned and wifi password is available upon request.
Services
Olaplex Mini Treatment
My recent hair treatment was last July and my hair already turned dry and quite dull due to bleaching. My hair is screaming for an intervention and I was glad I get to try the Olaplex treatment. One celebrity that I know who used this kind of treatment is Kim Kardashian and her hair is always on point and healthy. Olaplex is a treatment that strengthens the disulphide bond of our hair damaged by chemical process.
The first step was to apply the bond multiplier, this helps in rebuilding and preventing further damage to the hair. Then the no. 2 solution was applied to restore any broken bonds for shinier and healthier hair. My hair was soaked with the solutions for about 20-25 mins and while I waited I had my nails and feet done.The hairstylist washed my hair with Elgon, an organic hair care product from Italy. My hair was cleansed with their purifying shampoo that balances the ph in the hair follicles. Conditioner and hair mask was applied to moisturize and maintain the softness of my hair.
After that I went back to the salon to have my hair blow dry. The attendant was tedious and friendly while doing my hair. I am quite satisfied with the treatment as my hair was revived, silky smooth and shiny. I can’t help but smile because it lessen the problematic dryness of my hair plus it smells divine.
Manicure and Foot Spa
Rainbow Dream spa uses organic brands like Zoya and Orly nail polish. Melissa who attended to me colored my nails with Orly breathable treatment + color. This type of nail polish does not need a top coat nor base coat. It is also infused with Argan Oil, Pro Vitamin B5 + Vitamin C . The shade made me feel so girly because it is in Millenial Pink and it also complemented my skin tone.
Just the smell of their Eucalyptus oil and whitening scrub relaxes me. The scrubbing procedure did not hurt no matter how much pressure the staff applied. My foot was aching that day as I came from a 12-hour shift. I can feel the pain lessening with each pressure point attended to. My legs and feet feels so smooth and whiter after the procedure. I was also entertained by one of their staff singing.
Massage
I was lead to the massage room and instructed to lay my folded clothes on a designated area. The masseuse handed me a towel and asked if we can start the massage which I said yes to. The Swedish massage entails a series of bending ,circular pressure applied by the hands and palms, percussion-like tapping, stretching and, firm kneading. The masseuse was informative on the do’s and dont’s after massage.
With each stretch I can hear my bones cracking and when she tapped one of my pressure points , I can feel my blood circulating. When the head massage came I asked the masseuse if she can do something about a growing pain in the space in between my eyebrows(frontal sinus) . She definitely did a great job as the pain lessened. I actually fell asleep while she was massaging the rest of my arms. I felt a gentle nudge from the masseuse to signify that the massage was over. The whole massage experience was truly therapeutic and rejuvenating. I highly recommend this and would definitely be back again with my mom.
Price
Overall experience
Rainbow dream spa is a one stop destination for all of your pampering needs. I can say they out done themselves with world class products and great services that is being offered at an affordable price. The 24/7 concept is great for workaholics and for people who have shifting schedules like me. All staff are TESDA accredited, well-trained and friendly plus some of the procedures are also done by certified doctors.
“We extended the branch to its new location to reach out and better serve our clients, both new and old. We strive to give our clients an uplifting experience and took pride in our dedication to consistently provide high customer satisfaction by hiring skilled staff, stocking quality products and developing a client relationship in which each person feels valued,” said Atty De Castro.
Rainbow Dream Spa services include:
Different types of massage
Hair removal
Waxing
Threading
Hair braiding
Eyelash perming
Haircut
Hhair color
Hair care treatment
Perming
Hair and makeup
Slimming
Body scrub
Manicure
Pedicure
Eyelash extension
“We, at Rainbow Dream Spa, are thrilled to offer our guests unique spa services along with exceptional customer service at our newly-opened branch. We have created a warm and tranquil ambience for our guests to relax, whether it be for an hour or entire day. Rainbow Dream is of your comfort and relaxation within the city life,” said Mr. De La Rosa.
At U146 The Manila Residences Tower II, Taft, Manila is the pioneer branch of Rainbow Dream Spa. They accept round-the-clock spa home service in Makati, Manila, and Pasay. Experience total pampering now at the comfort of your home. Scheduling an appointment is just a phone call or sms away. Reach them at 251-7614, 0933-8551226, or 0956-5020602. To get updates, follow their social media accounts:
Nothing gets me excited than the weekends. I can finally have time for myself. No more work, no more traffic, no more STRESS, no more nothing. What’s with the weekends, anyways? This weekend, I heard that there’s a Flash Sale going on. Yep, shopping is my stress reliever. I headed to Robinson’s Flash Sale at the newly opened Ayala South Park mall in Muntinlupa City. Yeah, it’s Friday. It was traffic and July 14th is a payday which makes it even worse but a girl’s got to do what a girl’s got to do. Huge discounts mean stretching the power of the peso.
Besides, it’s not everyday that there’s a sale. The flash sale is exclusive to Robinson’s Rewards Card holders but the card can be purchased for a discounted price of P100 instead of the usual P150 if you don’t have it yet. Participating stores are Robinson’s owned establishments: Robinson’s Department Store, Robinson’s Supermarket, Daiso, Toys ‘R Us, Handyman and South Star Drug.
My first stop was Toys “R” Us. They have a huge selection of toys and I thought of bringing some home for my nephews. Toys R Us was officially launched here in the country in 2006 and is best known as the “World’s Greatest Toy Store”.
They have a strong portfolio of brands, they also have their own line of private brands and exclusive merchandise such as BRU, Dream Dazzlers, True Heroes, Just Like Home, Educational Science, Fast Lane, Animal Alley, and You and Me dolls. Toys “R” Us is a go-to-store for toy lovers of all ages. I have to admit, at this age I still have a thing for collecting toys.
It was a breeze going through the store as everything is neatly categorized. They have the Let’s Play Zone, Action and Adventure Zone, Tech Zone, Babies “R” US, Family Fun, and Game one. Ayala South Park is their 33rd branch up to date.
Next is my hunt for clothes at the Robinsons Department Store. Thirty to a whopping seventy percent discount applies to selected merchandise. Even the branded ones are on sale too! Shoes, jackets, sporting goods, jewelry and so much more were all on sale! The sale range from 30% to 70% and that is a lot of saving to get a whole new chic wardrobe.
My favorite store would be Daiso Japan where they have most products for Php 88. It’s where I shop for beauty products, snacks, chocolates, household items and everything kawaii.
Their hardware store is the Handyman where I looked for the tools I need. I have this habit of fixing things rather than hiring a carpenter to do the job. I even have my own tool box at home!
I remembered back in the province, there were Southstar drug branches. Finally we have it here too. It is strategically located beside Robinson’s Supermarkets and these two stores are both part of the Flash sale. Grocery goods and even my medicine were purchased at discounted prices. One of my favorite place at any mall is the Supermarket and what differentiate Robinson Supermarket from the rest, is their advocacy to focus on improving and promoting wellness. The first selection of food that was displayed on their entrance was the fresh fruits so that people can easily grab healthier options. They do have a rack of food and tags for health conscious individuals.
I clearly lost track of time as I did my shopping but it was convenient due to the friendly and polite staff. I meticulously check for product details before buying them and they did not fail to provide assistance in the process. Check out lines are organized. Personally, I shop at Robinson’s stores also because of the great store atmosphere and design. There are still two days left. The three-day Flash Sale at Ayala South Park Mall is from the 14th to the 16th of July. It was a good thing I bought everything I need before Saturday. Happy shopping everyone!
This is a sponsored post but all opinions are mine.
Hair is our crowning glory, it is one of the factors that can make or break our look in general. Over the years our hair becomes a revolutionary statement of what we want to represent, may it be to look more professional, edgy or trendy. Before I got my first hair color I was afraid of the hair myths regarding hair loss or the fact that the hair dye would not go well with my skin color. We all want to breakout of these stigmas and explore different hairstyles without risking our natural crowning glory. I listed down reasons how women can benefit from using wigs and how it can be applied on their daily lives.
There are many women who are bustling and making the daily grind without the luxury of going to a salon. You might be a student balancing classes and project deadlines. You might also be a mother and wife who works full-time and still manages the household or you might be a modern day girl just like me who is always on the go and traveling. One practical and time-saving approach to having a great day while dealing with a busy schedule is wearing wigs.
2. You can experiment with a new look
There are so many trends nowadays and I myself can hardly keep up. From Tumblr inspired rainbow locks, ombre beach hair to the Pixie cut. Many women are afraid of changing their hair looks as it can be damaged in the long run and the fad of these hairstyles change ever so often. That is why wearing wigs are truly beneficial, as you can change your look and be trendy at the same time. You can sport a short haircut without the regret of cutting your natural locks.
As we age our hair gets thinner and many women experience hair loss. Hair loss can be caused by improper care of our hair, poor nutrition or by illness such as cancer. This issue can take a toll on a woman’s confidence and the ideal solution for this is by wearing wigs.
4. Wigs can save us from a bad hair day and serves as protection to our hair.
Who does not want a well styled hair in the morning? I myself go through the phase of having a bad hair day as it tends to be annoying and goes limp. You can now go anywhere with great hair by using easy to style wigs. Our hair goes through a huge amount of stress from bleaching, coloring, and can be damaged from heat. Wigs serves as protection to give time for our natural hair locks to grow stronger and healthier. The weather can wreck havoc and lessen the production of our hair. Wigs can serve as a protective barrier in weather- related hair damages.
5. Wigs are affordable and it can help you save money
Having multiple options for wigs can save us tons of money. The greatest advantage of having wigs is if the style is no longer fashionable, you can always revisit the wig a month later without spending more money. It can save a lot of time going to the salon monthly to style your hair as wigs are very versatile in giving options for your style inspiration. The most important thing is to take good care of the wigs so that it can be used for a long time
You deserve to wear a crown that will cater to your preferred style and budget. Divatress offers various selection of wigs and black hair care products.
Acer Philippines in collaboration with Casio G-Shock launches #TimeForUs. The leading tech and innovations company wanted to unite the Gen Xers and millennials. Bridging the gap through technology, breaking down barriers built on misconceptions and misunderstandings.
“At Acer, we believe that it’s time to focus on bridging the generation divide,” shares Sue Ong-Lim, Sales and Marketing Director of Acer Philippines. “It’s imperative that we see that, amidst the differences between Gen Xers and millennials, they are also a lot alike.”
Central to the campaign is the partnership between Acer Philippines and G-Shock, a franchise owned by Casio. G-Shock’s appeal has spanned both the Gen X and millennial generation, and continues to be popular among the youth today.
Acer Philippines also called on rock musician Basti Artadi and spoken word artist Juan Miguel Severo, both artistic icons of their craft and time, to collaborate and develop “Time For Us” a musical-and-spoken word piece to drive the message of the campaign. Basti Artadi, vocalist of the award-winning rock band Wolfgang, rose to fame in the mid- to late-90s, making him a legend among those from Gen X.
Meanwhile, Juan Miguel Severo popularized the art of spoken word poetry when “Ito Na Ang Huling Tula Na Isusulat Ko Para Sa’yo”, his original piece, made rounds on social media, making it viral among the millennials. The piece cemented the admiration of spoken word poetry as an art form, and since then, Juan Miguel Severo has become the face of the craft.
“G-Shock is proud to be Acer’s partner in furthering this cause. With Basti Artadi and Juan Miguel Severo, we aspire to bring the Gen X and millennial generation together,” says Charlene Hung, Marketing Officer of Casio Philippines. “With their help, we are optimistic that we will ultimately be able to succeed.”
The #TimeForUs Launch Event
Last June 20, 2017 at Yes Please, Acer Philippines launch #TimeForUs. This modern bar at Bonifacio Global City was transformed into a nostalgic wonderland reminiscent of the 80s and 90s, but peppered with today’s technology, symbolic of the event’s cause – old school arcades paired with Acer’s latest laptops, music sets that shifted from old school beats to modern pop, and an overall aesthetic that brought out the best from both eras.
GET A FREE CASIO G-SHOCK WHEN YOU PURCHASE A QUALIFYING ACER LAPTOP
As Acer Philippines formally announced its partnership with G-Shock, the powerhouse brands launched the #TimeForUs promo, where every purchase of qualifying Acer laptops entitles its buyers to a G-Shock watch, which they may claim in any of Acer’s service centers in Manila, Cebu, and Davao.
The event also saw the debut of “Time For Us” – the musical-and-spoken word piece created by Basti Artadi and Juan Miguel Severo. Basti Artadi pumped up the crowd with his roaring voice as Juan Miguel Severo, representative of the millennials, spewed compelling words; together, they delivered a powerful performance which was symbolic of two generations uniting.
The Time For Us music video is now live online – you may watch the compelling piece at the Acer Philippines Facebook Page.
“At the end of the campaign, we want to have brought a better understanding of and between Gen Xers and millennials,” shares Ray Gozon, Senior Marketing Manager of Acer Philippines. “We want these two generations to see the merits of working together.”
To learn more about Acer and #TimeForUs, you can visit www.acer.com.ph, follow @acerphils on Twitter, or visit the Acer Philippines Facebook page at www.facebook.com/AcerPH. Interested parties may also see flyers for more details on the G-Shock promo.
Tutuban Center holds a special place in my heart, as way back in high school I used to shop here with my parents. I can vividly remember how amazed I was at the prices and how big the place is, since I got two pants and a shirt for just P300.
It was quite a bargain and I learned how to haggle at the same time. I got invited to a shopping challenge and the budget was P1000. We were given a list of what we should buy and since I used to work in a bank ,I put my budgeting and time management skills to the test.
The first hour was overwhelming as there were many choices from clothes, shoes, bags, gadgets, beauty products and school supplies. Tutuban center changed as they now have 3 floors full of stores that will cater to all your needs.
I spent 2 hours roaming around first to check out each and every store so that by the next hour I know where to buy what was on my list.
Lunch time came and we dined in at Savory, our lunch was filled with scrumptious food and fun conversations as we exchange ideas on which store gives the best deal.
School essentials
After lunch my first stop was to get school supplies and Papermart was right up my alley. I spent 15 mins here rummaging for art supplies. I bought a box of crayons, colored paper,art paper, pencil sharpener and a bundle of brown envelope for only P193.75
Sulit Buys
For the bag I went to a store that sells bags for a fixed price of P200, I tried to haggle for a lower deal but the seller was firm with the price range. I had to rummage through the pile because they usually unbox different designs every hour and there were a lot of people at this store .
I finally settled for a cute mini bag that has a deer galaxy design on the cover. This was my sulit buy as it was trendy, waterproof, plus it is expandable.
Just across this shop is a mini arcade where you can let your kids play as they have an automated animal type of car.
There was also a shop that sells superhero costumes and figurines. This shop is ideal for those who is into cosplay and want to have their creative shot to standout at their graduation pictorial.
OOTD Essentials
For my OOTD essentials, I went to the second floor as my friend Chel from http://www.heyitschel.com suggested that clothes are cheaper on one store called Rufina. The second floor was filled with stores that sells, wedding gowns to debutant gowns.
Rufina was at the far end corner and when I entered the store, I was overwhelmed by the great selection of clothes. I got a millennial pink blazer for P55 that can turn your outfit from corporate campus chic to casual wear with a flare.
I also got a simple lace dress for P55 that is ideal to wear on a hot day at the campus and it can be paired with the millennial pink blazer for an added accent.
There is another Rufina store at the ground floor and that is where I got my chiffon yellow/ white long sleeves with black cuffs and beaded collar for only P85. This particular type of shirt is best paired with pants or a long skirt . A very versatile type of clothing for everyday wear
watch, suncreen, eye glasses and owl skirt not included in the haul
Rainy Day Essentials
I went to a store called Orignamura that sells my rainy day essentials which was a Barbie poncho type of raincoat for only P165 and a mini manual Hello Kitty fan that costs P40 for humid days and for a daily commuter like me this is very useful because Philippine weather is unpredictable.
I still have change to spare so I roamed around again and found this perfect leatherette type of white shoes for only P180. This type of sneakers is perfect even for rainy days as it is easy to clean and waterproof except for the shoelace but I have tried wearing it around campus on a rain day and it was comfortable. The sneakers can be worn with jeans or a dress.
Total cost of my shopping was P 973.75 and I still got a change of P26.25, I could have gotten 2 pens with the change but the line at National Bookstore was overwhelming, so I opted to turn it over instead. Overall my haul was affordable and perfect for an on the budget student.
Tutuban Center is a must try destination for millennials who are budget-conscious yet want to discover great finds. Tutuban has a modern vibe and is up to date with their products and services. What is your Tutuban Center shopping experience?
As the pageant fever continues to rise in the Philippines, only one television network gives everyone access to the preliminary show of the universe’s most beautiful competition.
Kapatid network, TV5, invites everyone to catch its exclusive airing of the swimsuit and long gown rounds of the 65 th Miss Universe competition. Happening at the SM Moa Arena, the preliminary swimsuit competition will air on January 28, 9:30PM, and the long gown competition on January 29, 8:45PM. A must-watch for all pageant fans, the performances of the candidates during the two events will greatly impact their standing in the competition.
“The preliminaries are very important because these are the only part where the girls will have the chance to shine as a big group for the last time. By January 30, only the top 15 girls will really get their spotlight on stage for the final swimsuit competition, and 10 for the evening gown,” explains world renowned pageant enthusiast, Norman Tinio.
“The preliminaries are very much-awaited every year as they represent the make or break part of the competition. These events give everyone a better idea of who really deserves the crown.”
“You can basically determine who will enter the top 15 and top 10 from the preliminaries,” adds Aces & Queens founder Jonas Gaffud. “It’s in this stage where judges are able to clearly see if you are smart, beautiful, and if you have the ability to own the stage.
That’s why a candidate must really have what I call ‘power’. I tell that to everyone I train—they should have that power to make the stage their own.” Dubbed “beauty queen maker”, Gaffud has been training the Philippines’ representatives in international beauty competitions, including Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and Miss International 2016 Kylie Verzosa.
Pageant enthusiast and multi award-winning director Joey Reyes also shares, “The preliminaries are so much harder than the semi-finals, because when you become a semi-finalist, you enter a stage in the competition where you are competing against 14 other women only. But in the preliminaries, there are 85 of you. This is the part of the competition where beauty alone won’t carry you through.”
In partnership with the Miss Universe Organization and official Philippine broadcast partner of Miss Universe 2016 Solar Entertainment, TV5is the only television network that will cover the preliminaries of the 65 th Miss Universe competition. In a statement, its President and CEO, Vincent “Chot” Reyes, said that the station really pushed to gain rights to air the events as part of its commitment to provide world-class entertainment to Filipinos.
“Filipinos can look forward to watching their favorite contestants compete even before the grand finale, which is something only TV5 can offer. We aim to bring the pageant to life by bringing it closer to the hearts and enthusiasm of every Filipino.”explains TV5 President and CEO, Vincent “Chot” Reyes,
In addition to the preliminaries, TV5 will also air a live national telecast of the 65 th Miss Universe Competition’s Coronation Night on January 30.
