Events

VANS x STAR WARS This is surely a treat for all the Star Wars fans out there – the Vans x Star Wars Collection! The sneaker set takes some of Vans most heralded styles to a galaxy far far away and incorporates them with all sorts of unique prints inspired by the various planets and characters of that world.  Vans Philippines x Star Wars I have seen a lot of Star Wars merchandise and I was truly blown away by this one. They designed it in such a cool hip way that they cleverly incorporated the characters with cool prints. There’s Boba Fett Camo, a Stormtrooper paisley print, Hawaiian Yoda looks, and more. Vans Uses the Power of the Force Now, let Vans take you to a galaxy far, far away for an out-of-this-world collection featuring artwork from the original Star Wars trilogy. Now available in Vans Philippines! The Vans x Star Wars collection kicks off with a six-piece offering from Classics. Aligning with the Dark Side, Vans introduces two colorways of the Authentic featuring Boba Fett and Stormtrooper characters. The Boba Fett camo color-up enhances the bounty hunter’s disguise alongside the Death Star, Darth Vaderand the Stormtrooper to paint a dark scene of the evil Empire.  An assortment of men’s apparel and…

Fan di Fendi Blossom Fragrance If there’s one beauty item I will ALWAYS invest in – it will be fragrances. May it be Eau D Parfum or Eau De Toilette, I am always on the lookout for new and scavenge for old fragrances on trips or when I have friends who go out of the country. in SM Mall of Asia When it comes to trying new things – count me in! I got to experience the latest scent from Fendi – Fan de Fendi Blossom in their live animation in SM Mall of Asia. I was so excited! By Fendi A lot of my friends purchase and use lines from this brand but I’m the type that I need to TRY it before I even consider taking a second look – this pink little bottle did not disappoint. Fan di FENDI Blossom Fan di FENDI, the perfect accessory for the Fendi woman, welcomes a new fragrance of desire into its fold, Fan di FENDI Blossom. This new floral fragrance shines like a spring bouquet of flowering cherry blossom, and the promise of radiant delicateness.  FENDI bottle inspiration See the facade of the bottle? Fan di FENDI Blossom follows in…

Mademoiselle Yuki Ever since I was younger, I’ve always been fascinated with my classmates who take special ballet classes. The grace, balance, and elegance of it is so enchanting. Their cute flats with a satin ribbon tied round the ankle. How they twirl their bodies flawlessly in their tulle costumes. I think there is a ballet dancer in each one of us! Repetto launches it’s first fragrance  For more than 65 years providing French ballet shoes to exceptional women, Repetto has decided to open a new chapter in its history, one that respects these values. Today it’s launching its first perfume. Shall we? Elegance is all Repetto has been taking its inspiration from exceptional women who achieve the impossible on a daily basis. From principal dancers who defy gravity to young prodigies full of hope, they inspire the dreams of little girls as much as they nourish the search for perfection for the older ones. Repetto celebrated the launch through an indoor ballet performance – I loved it!  Ballet hair bun by top hairstylist Ara Fernando The guests were given the opportunity to bring out their inner ballerina by having their hair tied in a pretty braided bun! For a moment, I felt like all I…

Bensimon DIY @ Common Thread Ever since the start of my blog, I’ve always been one to choose comfort over style. I would honestly pick a pair of comfy flats over sexy stilettos, if it suited my destination. Although a pair of heels would’ve looked nicer, I prefer something I can run in. WHAT IF – you see something that had both comfort and style? Ready-Set-Customize! Meet the first ever pair of sneakers I dared to customize. How did I do it? It’s easy as 1-2-3, promise! In partnership with Craft Manila I got SOOO excited when I received the invite. DIY + shoes + Bensimon?? Yes, please! If you check out my past blog posts, I have 2 pairs of Bennies which I wear out A LOT. :)) It’s so amazing how a simple pair can compliment so many outfits in a clean, polished look. in Common Thread, Powerplant Mall Inspired by a Parisian lifestyle (where everyone and everything effortlessly looks great), Bensimon has stylishly introduced a sneakers concept combined with a French fashion sense. It has an iconic style and a sumptuous blend of colors. BEFORE | Bensimon Tennis sneakers Their sneakers range from Php2095 to Php2595, depending…

(L-R) with Miguel,Carvey, Shen, Ann & Maureen Did you know it’s been 15 years since Britney released “Baby One More Time”? Random but there are really some things that you’ll never forget and still love throughout the years – just like Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups! A Trip Down Memory Lane Global chocolate brand Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups invaded SM Mall of Asia Music Hall with its signature orange color on August 2 with its “Rediscover Reese’s Throwback Fair”. Mall goers and Reese’s fans enjoyed the various Reese’s themed fair game booths, fun activities and mini-concert.  Rediscover Reese’s Throwback Festival And what’s the best part about festivals? Treats and prizes! Reese’s surely didn’t fall short on that one 😉 Reese’s bright orange baseball cap #OOTD I still remember scavenging through my aunt’s pile of pasalubong chocolates from the States. I’d specifically pick out the small peanut butter cups in gold foiled wrappers and eat 10 in one sitting. This festival was indeed a sweet treat for all the Reese’s lovers like me! Ready to start A trip down memory lane revealed the rich history of the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter. Everyone enjoyed learning fascinating trivia about the Reese’s brand through six fascinating Reese’s brand themed fair booths. Guess which one…

As elastic as spandex Just when I though I’ve seen it all when it comes to make-up, this product tells me otherwise! It’s honestly one of the coolest innovations I’ve seen in product development cos the formulation of this product contains … spandex! Hosted by Danah and Stacy Gutierrez of The Plump Pinay To compliment the exciting launch with VOV, the event was hosted by none other than the super twins of Plump Pinay – Danah and Stacey!  Christina Dy and Duds Ignacio of Polecats Manila So graceful, sleek and classy. Why was there poledancing? You’ll find out! 😉 VOV Launch at Polecats Manila Most recently, VOV launched their latest product in Polecats Manila and its none other than their SPAN Mascara & Liner! Aside from VOV, they carry other amazing brands and packaging palang – winner na! 🙂 VOV Span Mascara Awarded as Allure Magazine Editor’s Pick for March 2014, VOV Span Mascara carries the title for the No. 1 Maxi Lash that comes in two variants: Curl and Volume!  VOV Span Mascara and Liner The VOV Span Mascara and Liner is formulated in a unique way – it contains spandex! Once applied, the mascara extends and stretches in…

ARTDECO Paint Party When I first heard from the NuffNang team that we’ll be doing a Paint Party for ARTDECO and Beauty Bar, I was immediately excited. I picture myself ala Allie and her painting skills in The Notebook! A girl can dream 😀 Yuki Tansengco Til I realized that it was much more than a simple paint party. It was a venue for self-expression, exposing ourselves to vivid colors, quite mysterious – exactly what ARTDECO’s Jungle Fever collection is all about! You’ll see 😉 ARTDECO Jungle Fever: The Bronzing Collection Launched in 1985 in Germany and having quickly become one of the country’s top cosmetics lines, ARTDECO aims to bring only the highest quality products – and all the latest trends – to the consumer, at totally affordable prices. We’re so lucky because here in the Philippines, ARTDECO is exclusively distributed in Beauty Bar boutiques nationwide! 🙂 Self expression – blend blend blend! A lot of us weren’t really “artists” but this event was so much fun! There was no pressure at all in our artworks and it just felt like high school art class. Just like in make-up, the key is to blend well! Blend REALLY well!  Fierce…

It’s Honest Food Nowadays, how can we really tell if restaurants are really who they claim to be? The answer is simple – TRY IT! You’ll never know until you try, ika nga.  Kaon Ta! I’ve heard a lot of good feedback from this restaurant. “They have the best ice cream!” “One of my fave places in Kapitolyo!” “A known dessert place!” This popular restaurant is called Mad Marks! So what we waiting for? Kaon ta! Now Scooping: Top 5 Must-Try Dishes! I saved you calories and narrowed this list down to my top 5 must-try dishes! Mad Mark’s Creamery and Good Eats Known for their ice cream and honest food, Mad Marks offers honest good food. Their ice cream is made from scratch and produce sourced only from the freshest suppliers.  Glorietta 5 Makati Currently operating in two branches: in Makati and Kapitolyo. You can find Mad Mark’s in Glorietta 5 Makati City and #23 E. Capitol Drive Pasig City. Check out my MUST-TRY dishes! Miso Charred Fillet + Aged Cheddar Cajun Taco | Php245 This grilled chicken breast fillet wrapped in a soft taco is good for two people. Under the chicken bits are garden grains (similar to fried rice) with a side of Romaine…

Love Your Body, Love Yourself With technology nowadays, everything seems to happen so fast. We are always on the go, always rushing to get to places. We often overlook the simple things like having a good bath regimen. Believe it or not but having one goes a long way! Pampering ourselves in the morning sets the mood and let’s us start our day right. Watsons Bath To Basics Most recently, Watsons launched their Bath To Basics campaign. Their goal is to educate the people about the importance of boosting their bathroom rituals to achieve better health and skin. The thing I love about this campaign is that you don’t need to spend A LOT to do this! Spa Party! We spent one whole afternoon learning about the importance of daily bath regimens through a Spa Party! I have so much to share with you guys! If you look around your bathroom, there are so many products and it’s time to get them organized so let’s go! Switch & Save! We also did a mini-shopping challenge in Watsons and I was surprised with their bath line – it’s so affordable! No need to spend a lot when it comes to scrubs,…