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Toblerone SnowTop Launch

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Good news to all chocolate lovers! Our favorite Toblerone added a new limited addition flavor! Get ready to salivate over this new treat from Toblerone that’s sure to #MakeSomeonesDay. Imagine the delicious Swiss milk chocolate Toblerone you’ve known and loved – with that unique honey and almond nougat taste. Yum! Then imagine the White Chocolate Toblerone, similarly delicious. Can you still manage this? Imagine putting the two of them together and boom! A mountain of Milk and White Chocolate in one bar. That’s Toblerone SnowTop


I had a pleasure to attend the media launch of Toblerone Epic Snow Party held at Imperial Bar, BGC! We were asked to wear something white or silver! Of course I complied! Perfect excuse to wear my silver-ish blazer and gray booties! Ha!

Sweet treats from Toblerone! Which one of these is your fave? :)

And the epic snow party was... epic!!!

We were also treated to Imperial  bar’s cool and icy VIP room – complete with snow jackets and snow of course! It was my 1st time to go there and I really had a freezing experience! It was a fun, fun night!

And now, here's your chance to go to Switzerland and experience real snow! #MakeSomeonesDay with Toblerone Contest! More than getting to taste a new flavor that’s definitely social media post-worthy, Toblerone SnowTop can also be your ticket to Switzerland! Yes, enjoy the beautiful sights of Toblerone’s birthplace when you join the #MakeSomeonesDay contest. A top prize brought to you by a top treat, Toblerone! 

What do you need to do? You don’t have to move mountains. Just say it sweeter to your family and friends by sharing with them either a Toblerone SnowTop bar, a Toblerone Crunchy Almonds bar or the six customized Toblerone sleeves with sweet messages. Choose from Toblerone bars with instant greetings of “I Love You,” “Thank You,” “Good Job,” “Stay Awesome,” “Congratulations” and “Happy Birthday.” Toblerone doesn’t just customize, it helps you say it sweeter to your loved ones for any occasion! 


Buy any five out of these eight bars, give them as gifts and post about them. Always add the hashtag #MakeSomeonesDay and tag the Toblerone Pilipinas Facebook page.  

The more posts you make, the more entries you get. If Switzerland isn’t your thing (but why not?), you can also win the weekly raffle for a deliciously huge 4.5 kilo Toblerone bar. It’s big, it’s delicious and it can surely #MakeSomeonesDay. 


Together with the new Toblerone SnowTop, get a chance to win a trip to Switzerland when you enjoy the sweet and salty Toblerone Crunchy Almonds flavor. Visit Toblerone Pilipinas on Facebook for more details. 

Toblerone does more than customize; you can choose from six different designs to say things sweeter to your loved ones. Say “Thank You”, “Congratulations!”, “Happy Birthday” or “Stay Awesome” with specially designed Toblerone bars. 

Toblerone presents its newest cool flavor, SnowTop! Taste the delicious combination of the well-loved Swiss Milk chocolate with the unique honey and almond nougat taste with Milk Chocolate on top! Sure to #MakeSomeonesDay! 

Enjoyed the epic night with friends!

Jenny, me and Edel

Can you still see us? haha! Used my front camera since I can't barely hold my cellphone. Afraid I might drop it. Feeling frozen pati hands ko lol

Another feeling "Frozen" moment! This is real ice! So cool, right?!

Thank you, Toblerone for an epic night! I really had a great time! :)

For more details about the #MakeSomeonesDay contest, visit www.facebook.com/TobleronePilipinas and follow Toblerone_PH on Instagram and Twitter. Don’t forget to go out now to taste the delicious new Toblerone SnowTop and share it to #MakeSomeonesDay






Join Pediasure Segurista Mom Stories

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To join, simply click the Pediasure Segurista banner in my side bar! Join now, Mommies and share your Segurista Mom Stories! Good luck!





Sofi's meet and greet with Dora and Friends

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I know this is a delayed post. I still don't have internet connection since last week. I've been ranting the whole week in my twitter account. haha! :( It's not typhoon related why we still don't have connection, it has something to do with the server daw according to PLDT. But whatever it is, super hassle talaga when you don't have connection. Parang you're not updated with what's happening in the real world. hehe! 

Anyhoo, I still want to share with you some photos when Sofi and I went to Dora's Best Friends Picnic event held at SM Megamall Event Center.


When Sofi found out that we were invited to attend Dora's Picnic, she was super duper excited!

Yummy McVities for kids!

Dora and Spongebob items! 

This battery-operated  Spongebob fan is perfect for brownouts. hehe

While waiting for Dora and Friends meet and greet, our little darlings (Maia-Michelle's daughter, Keisha-Kaye's daughter) were spotted by Nickelodeon's crew and made a shout out to Dora! Instant celebrities! Haha! Now, I wonder where we could watch it! If you've seen them on TV, please let us know! :)))

And our little princesses patiently waited for Dora and Friends meet and greet! They entertained themselves with Spongebob and Dora coloring books

Yes, naghahakot ng kalat! Lol! It's so easy for these kids to find an activity, from reading to throwing confetti's, they really know how to have fun!

Of course, stage mommies ang peg. Haha! With Mommy Michelle and Mommy Kaye

And finally! Met Dora, Diego and Boots! See Sofi's smile? Priceless!!! :D

Thank you Dora and Friends, Alaska and Nickelodeon for inviting us to your picnic! Sofi enjoyed a lot! :)

Catch Dora and Friends on Nickelodeon channel!





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Innovative home accessories at Umbra Shift exhibit

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Umbra Shift’s innagural collection of home accessories takes the spotlight at a two-week exhibit to be held at Dimensione, One Parkade, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City from July 26 to August 8, 2014.

Umbra Shift is an extension of Umbra, a Toronto-based company offering a wide collection of housewares that are fun, creatively-designed, easy to use, and respond to the way people live. 

Inspired by Umbra’s 30-year tradition of thoughtful design for everyday living, the collection will feature the works of Lukas Peet, Paul Loebach, MSDS, Fugitive Glue, Hlynur Atlason, Philippe Malouin, Harry Allen, Albert Lee, and the Umbra Studio. 


The curated group of established, emerging, and in-house designers were invited to design personal objects they themselves would want to give or use at home. The collection was first presented in May at the 26th International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York, where it bagged the Editor’s Award for Best Accessories.
Flying  to Manila from Toronto to unveil the 14 piece collection is Umbra Design Director Matt Carr, who leads the company’s global team of over 30 designers. He shares, “The development for Umbra Shift began with the goal of creating a platform for the Umbra Studio to experiment with new ideas and foster exhange with leading members of the design community.”


The result is a very contemporary collection that perfectly embodies Umbra’s design aesthetic. Among the fun and smart home décor which will be on display are an ergonomic coiled stool with beautiful handwoven tractor seat, a birch plywood hanger that can be unfolded and serve as a chair, and a solid brass roll bottle opener, all of which are sure to catch the eye of people with deep appreciation for design.

“After its successful launch in North America and Europe, Umbra Shift is set for its Asia debut. We are truly excited to bring this collection of thoughtfully designed and well crafted products to an international design stage. Note that a few pieces from the collection were handmade right here in the Philippines,” adds Carr.


Umbra, which means "shade" in Latin, was born when graphic designer Paul Rowan custom-made a window shade for his apartment, and teamed up with his childhood friend Les Mandelbaum. 

Today, the award-winning company employs an international team of in-house designers and global network which make its original designs available in over 120 countries. The full collection can be seen at the Umbra Store in Toronto. 


Matt Carr has been working at Umbra for 9 years while he was still in his second year of post-secondary education, and has been responsible for some of the brand’s most successful products. In 2009, Matt became the company’s first Design Director leading the global team of over 30 designers.

Subtle design detail, style references and the reinvention of traditional objects distinguish Carr’s signature designs. Recent inspirations include mixing cross-cultural orientations, while simultaneously fusing new technology and natural materials in intriguing compositions.

Matt Carr, Umbra Design Director

He is also working with external designers and directing student competitions around North America. “Working with students allows them to better understand the business of design and opens doors for them to get their ideas manufactured. It also gives Umbra a sneak peak at fresh new design talent,” shares Carr. The CONCEAL, WISHBONE, TALK BUBBLE, and FISH CONDO are all great examples of student collaborations.

Some of Carr’s favorite Umbra products include the SNAP FRAME which offers an affordable way to create a dynamic wall installation that can even be personalize with the use of a dry marker; the CLIPPER, a super strong jumbo spring clip hook that has an industrial feel; and the SUDZ soap pump inspired by a classic soap bottle which is a simple ceramic idea that has great play factor with a nostalgic reference -- pure in function and form. 

Matt's design continues to evolve into a more minimal aesthetic with a focus on function, materiality and an element of curiosity.

To learn more about Umbra and its wide range of home accessories designed for modern living, visit www.umbra.com and umbrashift.com.





Reasons why condo-living rocks

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Condos aren't mansions, but they are a perfect lifestyle fit for some, especially the younger generation that's always on the go. Sure, it’s less space, but they’re chock full of goodness. Condominiums you say? Nay. They are Condomaximums!

Here's a few reasons why condo-living rocks:

BE SOCIABLE
Living in a condo building you’ll naturally be around more people. Since units are closer together and there are many more common areas like party rooms, fitness centers, and pools, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet your neighbors and kick it.

GET CLOSER TO THE ACTION
You’re a mover and a shaker. You need to be knee-deep in the action and the condo life brings you closer to restaurants, bars, theaters, and many other city-centric events and shows. In a country full of commutes, you’ll perpetually be less than 20 minutes away from everything.

LOCK IT, THEN ROCKET
A condo is like life before kids. It used to be so easy to spontaneously decide to go to dinner and drinks with the wife. 3 kids later? It takes 25 minutes just to get in the car. That’s a house. You can’t just leave a house. A condo though? Lock it up and head to Europe for a month.

EXCEPTIONAL AMENITIES
Condos feature amenities for all residents including recreational facilities, fitness centers, as well as pools. Plus, with the homeowners association dealing with all the maintenance affairs, all you can do is enjoy. 

MAXIMUM SECURITY
Still afraid of the dark? I don’t blame you--it’s terrifying. But it’s nothing that the locked-down, buttoned-up security of a condo building can’t fix for you. With keyed entrances, on duty security, and security cameras, it’ll take an Ocean’s Eleven-type heist to get anywhere near your authentic Darth Vader replica costume. All that security leads to fewer break-ins and a warm, fuzzy feeling inside.

BE ECO-FRIENDLY
Walk, bike, and ride public transportation around the city with a clear conscience. It won’t be your car emissions that’ll be body-slamming Mother Earth to death.

NEIGHBORLY ASSISTANCE
Unlike the death trappiness of a home, you’re never far from people in your condo building. This really pays off when you have an emergency--like that time you got your foot stuck in the toilet.

LOOK MA, NO UPKEEP
For those that hate mowing the lawn, pulling weeds, repainting the house, or doing other chores associated with homeownership, it simply makes more sense to live in a condo. Plus, smaller spaces doesn’t require much electricity, so the inexpensive utility bills are also a welcome advantage.

Convinced? Good. Do yourself a favor and sit back, relax, and rock a condo to the max with SM Supermall's SHOP & WIN PROMO, with 10 lucky shoppers winning 10 fully-furnished SMDC condominium units!

Get a chance to win with every Php1000 purchase at any SM Supermall. Just present the receipt with an SM Advantage Card, E-Plus Card, BDO Rewards Card, or SM Prestige Card. Raffle entries are doubled when a customer presents an E-Plus Loyalty Card.

The promo runs from June 22 up to November 22, 2014. For more details, visit the SM Supermall Shop & Win official website: www.smshopandwin.com





Hit the spot with Wham! Burgers and Sausages

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I know a lot of you are familiar with Wham Burgers, especially their Katipunan branch. And did you know that they're now on its 11th year! With the expansion of branches, Wham Burgers also got a face lift! New logo that is! 

I had a privilege to attend their exclusive food tasting event at their SM North, The Block branch! It was so rainy that day and I came all the way from Intramuros, so, when I tasted everything from Wham! Burgers & Sausages, it made my long travel worth it! I never tasted Wham! before, and I don't have any expectations, except to make my palate and tummy satisfied! And they did! They really hit the spot! 

Get to know Wham Burgers and Sausages, a celebration of patty perfection along with other equally satisfying sausages bound to hit the spot on so many levels. 

While its burgers with endearingly huge patty and signature smoky flavor remains the star in every creation, the new Wham Burgers and Sausages outlet is classy and classic combined, where all burger creations are delicately served on chopping boards. The buns get an upgrade too, as its now using an artisan brioche bun with 30% butter which kicks up its almost cake like taste. Certified premium and freshly baked, the texture is tight  and heavy on soft crumbs which makes each bite consistently pleasurable.


Spaghetti + Fries! Yup, it's possible! And oh so delish!

Perfecting the one-third pound pure beef patties at 80% lean and 20% fat, Wham’s burger patties are gently seasoned only with natural flavor enhancers such as salt and black pepper. 

Whammer! Wham's signature patty with deep fried onion rings, tlc, and bacon!

Double Whammy! Twice the yumminess! They're so big it's perfect for sharing!

The Premium Chicken Sandwich with Cheese (P165) are for those who can’t get enough of the meaty chicken, crisp lettuce and sharp-flavored mayonnaise beautifully layered in a soft kaiser bun. 

Wiener. At a very friendly price of P135, the Wiener is a savory artisan recipe sausage made with original house blend ingredients. 

Visit their Katipunan branch and try their Slider Trio!

Bottomless soda is another insanely rewarding thirst-quencher and can truly make a difference to anyone’s burger indulgence. 

Craving for burgers, saugsages and fries? Check out their menu for their offerings!

New on the menu! U-Turn Sausages! Oh, this unforgettable! It was a love at first bite! Super delish! You really, really need to try this! :))

Another new in their menu: Bravaria Premium Beer. Holland brand Bavaria has a provocative light bitterness made from pure barley malt and wheat.

Happy and satisfied! 

Forget about settling on expensive or cheap alternatives as Wham lives up to its promise of  awesome affordable burgers. The new outlet is nothing but hip, modern and intricately constructed with a touch of outdoor picnic vibe—a hangout for families and friends getting together to enjoy a great meal experience that don’t cost a fortune. 

Thank you so much, Wham! Burgers & Sausages for having me, and for making my 1st visit a satisfying one! Can't wait to go back with my family!

Wham Burgers is located at three branches: Katipunan, SM North Edsa (The Block), and Mall of Asia. For more information, visit www.whamburgers.com. Follow Social Media Accounts: Wham! Burger on Facebook, WhamBurgersPH on Twitter, and whamburgersph on Instagram.  Check out new website at https://whamburgers.com/





BMS Presents: Roux 29--The Red & White Spectacle

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Without a doubt, everyone loves to get caught by the essence of nostalgia; however, what event could possibly take place to perfectly add up to your most memorable life-stories? Happy memories consist of unique, exciting, unforgettable, and amazing experiences; therefore, take one of the best rides of your life with De La Salle University's Business Management Society as they continue to drift the night away with their 29th year anniversary celebration, Roux 29, taking place on August 8, 2014 at Bradco Avenue, Aseana City, Paranaque! Let yourself loose as the organization gives you three astounding events in one night--FAIR, DRIVE-IN MOVIE, & PARTY!


Spend your Friday evening by creating new spontaneous adventures with your friends, having a date under the stars with your special someone, or just taking the time off to be with your whole family! 

Everyone is invited to join the BMS Presents: Roux 29--The Red & White Spectacle! Witness and be in that night where no one else would dare miss! On top of that, you are free to blast away with the hipster in you; wear your hippiest outfits as you surrender yourself in a night of pure awesomeness--FAIR, DRIVE-IN MOVIE, & PARTY!






Carmudi App launch

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Thinking of buying a car but you don't know who to trust, where to go? I know a lot of us is dreaming to have our own car someday(we only have our family car and it's not technically mine that I can bring anytime.. and I dunno how to drive too-hehe!). Or maybe some of you wants to sell their car and buy a new one! Or maybe you want to venture in a buy and sell car! Well, we can have all that in our fingertips!

Everything is now downloadable, so why not a car app, right? :)

Carmudi is now on Android! I attended the media launch of Carmudi App held at Big Bad Wolf, BGC. Bloggers, car enthusiasts, and other media people were so amazed with this new app. Imagine, your dream car is just a tap away!

Carmudi, the world’s fastest growing online car classified, is all set to change the experience of shopping for car enthusiasts in the Philippines. The online car classifieds has officially launched its mobile application which will allow users to browse thousands of cars on the go. Hosting over 20,000 vehicles online, Carmudi’s app will give users an excellent experience of buying cars while on the move.


Carmudi gives Filipinos the power to search for their dream cars in their fingertips, with the launch of Carmudi Android App. It allows you to filter searches by brand, model, year and price and even listings on several social platforms, giving users an excellent experience of buying cars while mobile!

We tried using the app during the launch and were so amazed with a lot of cars that we can find in a matter of minutes! 

The app is available to Android users in 20 countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. For the convenience of customers, Carmudi has made the app available in 9 different languages. 


Finding your dream car is now easypeasy! You can now get the best and excellent deal, faster transaction and very accessible!

Carmudi.com.ph was founded in 2013 and is currently available in Bangladesh, Cameroon, Ghana, Indonesia, Ivory Coast, Mexico, Myanmar, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Sri Lanka. The vehicle marketplace offers buyers, sellers and car dealers the ideal platform to find cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles online.


And during the event, Carmudi invited us to test drive the mini cooper! Well, since I don't know how to drive, I was a happy passenger. haha! It was my 1st time to ride in a mini cooper and I had a blast! Super bagay kami, right? :D

Can you handle our awesomeness? :))

So if you are looking for that perfect ride, make sure that you download the Carmudi app on the Google play store. The app will allow users to search for the vehicles they want by brand, model and price. If this is not enough, further filters such as age, mileage and even color are available to make sure that customers are able to find exactly what they want. More features will be added to the app shortly. 

Thank you so much, Carmudi Philippines for having me and congratulations on the launch!

To learn more about Carmudi, please visit their official website: www.carmudi.com.ph.





Johnson & Johnson's See The Real Me: Teen-Powerment Program

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Can you still remember the time when you were still in your teenage years? O binaon nyo na sya sa memory box nyo? haha! Did you suffer any insecurities, low self esteem due to pimples, acne, and PMS-ing? I remember the time whenever I'll have a pimple right before my monthly period, I used to feel super conscious. Lalo na if alam kong makikita ko si crush that day. Lol! And of course, for just one pimple, super conscious na ako and afraid to go out. How about these teenagers who are suffering from bad acne, menstrual leaks, and odors? They can't chain themselves for life!

I remembered those things when I attended the Johnson & Johnson See The Real Me: Teen-Powerment Program held at Makati High School. I learned that today a troubling global statistic: 75% of adolescents aged 13-19 years old are growing up fearful adults, hesitant to show people who they are and to display their potential because they are afraid of being ridiculed or judged for their appearances. 

Wow! Can't say I blame these teens. But, I'm glad Johnson and Johnson's latest campaign of See The Real Me will open their eyes to gain confidence and see their real beauty. J&J are here to correct our mindset. They are bravely changing the mindset of teen girls who are used to feeling unsure and held back by pimples and menstruation by giving them instead, the confidence and courage to show their real selves-- regardless of the changes happening in their bodies.


The ever pretty Joyce Pring hosted the event

Teens fear that their peers focus on the external, bodily manifestations of puberty like pimples, menstrual leaks, and odors instead of who they are inside and what they can do. As a result, instead of sharing their own thoughts and ideas, having fun, or participating in socio-civic activities that drive personal progress and development, they often choose to tuck their heads in a corner and stay on the sidelines.  

“Our children are growing up in a world where they feel embarrassed and concerned over bodily changes that are actually normal and manageable,” said Gabrielle Solomon, Clean & Clear brand manager. “These teens will grow up thinking that having pimples, wetness, or menstruation stains are embarrassing and that having these prevents them from pursuing the opportunities available to them. They will think that so long as you are not the traditional, flawless kind of beautiful, or if you don’t work hard to hide your flaws, it will be difficult to stand out and show the world the real you.”

Gabrielle Solomon, Clean & Clear brand manager

J&J Philippines takes a brave stand with its recently launched, pioneering campaign entitled “See the Real Me.” Spearheaded by the company’s teen brands Clean & Clear, Modess, and Carefree, J&J wants to take the lead in correcting this mindset. It wants teens to understand that pimples, oil, menstruation, and wetness are not hindrances, but rather, milestones of a new chapter in their lives and a signal for them to show the world who they are and what they have to offer.

Krissy Villongco, one half of the titular online sensation Krissy and Ericka, and Clean & Clear brand ambassador, said, “J&J goes beyond the movement of increasing self-esteem by giving teens the courage to show their real selves. We’re really happy to be part of this campaign because Filipino teenage girls today need a strong support system. It feels good to know that J&J is making them and their emotional well-being a priority.”

See the Real Me anthem was debuted and performed by Krissy

Teen psychologist from Cribs Foundation, Aileen Sison talked more about the importance of celebrating puberty and having the courage to say #seetherealme.


J&J also provides platforms to make the campaign easily accessible to teen girls. Through digital media, it will be showing video testimonials about real teens talking about the challenges they encounter and expressing who they really are. And through on-ground efforts, there will be various educational teen programs in-store, as well as the J&J See the Real Me Teen-Powerment School Program. After three decades of partnerships with schools nationwide, J&J elevates its program by going beyond physical education and digging deeper into the psychological, emotional, and social components. This school program will initially go to hundreds of schools in the country, with the drive to help give teens the courage to show their real selves and tell them that puberty isn’t something to be scared of – and, on the contrary, that it should be celebrated. 


For more information, log on to Johnson & Johnson’s brand pages and see how it is inspiring teens to have the courage to #seetherealme





Angel Locsin on Mastering the Craft, Nurturing the Gift, and Loving the Job

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Angel Locsin is one of country’s leading performers on the Philippine silver screen. She was named Best Actress in the 29th PMPC Awards for Movies in 2013, and has been considered as one of the most awarded dramatic actresses today. From a television and film actress, she has diversified into various media in the entertainment business: as a commercial model, film producer, fashion designer and product endorser. 

Angel was recently unveiled as one of the talented gurus who will be molding the next generation of child performers in this season’s Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp. She will be joining the star-studded panel of esteemed mentors backstage: choreographer and G-Force director, Georcelle Dapat-Sy and divine diva Zsa Zsa Padilla. As mentor, Angel will be steering i-Shine participants through the acting workshops.

For 25 years, Promil Pre-School has been well known for talent development, raising awareness for parental participation, proper guidance and good nutrition as factors that play major roles in bringing preschoolers to their full potential. The Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp is one of Promil Pre-school’s advocacies, in which the talents of Filipino children nationwide are engaged. Angel is excited to see how this year’s mentees will fare under her tutelage.

Continuously mastering your craft
One of her most remembered roles is her rendering of the iconic superheroine Darna in the TV adaptation of Mars Ravelo’s classic character. But despite her fame, Angel knows that she didn’t just wake up one morning to success; she had to learn the ropes and work on her craft assiduously – a painstaking process that she knows all budding talents must go through, like the tiny tots of the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp who will be entrusted into her care.

 “Paulit-ulit kong sinasabi na iba yung honor na binibigay sa akin nito bilang isang artista... Yung ma-appreciate ka sa talent mo at yung oportunidad para ma-experience at ma-ishare mo sa mga bata yung mga natutunan mo – yung mga tinuro rin sa akin nung mga naging mentors ko when I was young (I always say that this is a great honor for me as an artist… That of being appreciated for your talent and the opportunity to experience and share to the kids what I’ve learned – those things that I’ve learned from my own mentors when I was young),” she says. “Bawat talent, bawat show, bawat acting piece na ginagawa mo, meron at meron kang nadedevelop na kailangan mo pang i-enhance… Continuous process kasi yung acting (Each talent, each show, each acting piece that a person does, you get to develop something that you would still have to enhance… Acting is a continuous process),” she adds.

The importance of proper nurturing and guidance
While she feels that talent plays a big role in how a child stands out, it’s really the combined effort and diligence taken by the child, parents and teachers that make a difference. “I think there are many talented individuals; but it’s really the masisipag (hardworking) that beat them in the end. So, kailangan talaga ng perserverance (You really need perseverance),” she points out. 

Angel also understands how crucial mentoring is in the life of a child. “Natatandaan ko pa yung nursery teacher ko nung bata ako – Hindi ko makakalimutan yung pangalan niya. (I remember my nursery teacher when I was young – I will never forget her name.) That’s how much of an impact she had on me. Nakaka-flatter na baka ganun din yung mangyari sa mga bata. (It’s flattering to think that that could also happen to these kids.) Actually, challenge ito para sa akin na mabigay ko talaga yung dapat matutunan nung mga bata sa maikling panahon (It is actually a challenge for me to give my best so the kids will get the learning they need in such a short amount of time).”

And she doesn’t discount the importance of family support, which she cites as an important factor in her own development as an artist. “I am very blessed na sila yung naging magulang ko sa lahat ng pinagdaanan ko. Hindi kami galing sa showbiz family. Napakasimple lang ng pamilya ko, pero nag-adjust talaga sila ng lifestyle for me para magawa ko ‘tong gusto ko. Napakaswerte ko sa pamilya ko (I am very blessed to have the kind of parents that I have. We are not a showbiz family. My family is simple, but they adjusted their lifestyle for me so that I could reach this far. I’m really lucky to have them).” 

And this is why she likewise hopes that the i-Shine finalists will receive the same kind of support from their own. “Sana itong mga bagets natin dito sa i-Shine, sana ganun din yung mga magulang nila na nakasuporta dun sa gusto nung mga anak nila. Hindi dahil sa gusto nila, pero dahil ito yung pangarap nung mga anak nila. Sana i-encourage nila yung mga bata kung papaano mahalin lalo ‘tong craft na ‘to, at i-enjoy pa ‘to kasi mga bata rin naman sila, diba? Ayokong iparamdam sa kanila na ‘this is work’ diba? (I hope the parents support their kids’ interest because this is what their child dreams of doing, not because this is what the parent wants. They should encourage love for this craft and for this kind of work and teach the child how to enjoy it. The kids shouldn’t go through the experience thinking that ‘this is work’ because they are children after all, aren’t they?)” she shares


Achieving success in performing arts through encouragement
Angel has played many popular roles in the past, but her role as the acting mentor for Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp 3 is a first for her career. “Gusto kong bigyan ng opportunity yung mga bata to shine. Sana mahalin nila yung craft, yung industry, at hindi nila isipin na trabaho lang siya (I just want these kids to be given the opportunity to shine.  I want them to learn how to love the craft, the industry, and not treat it as just a job),” she shares. “Challenge talaga siya na maturo ko sa mga bata yung kailangan nilang matutunan sa maikling panahon, pero the least I can give them is yung suporta at encouragement na kailangan nila para maabot nila yung full potential nila (It will definitely be a challenge to be able to teach these kids all that I know in such a limited time, but the least I can give them is the support and encouragement that they need to reach their full potential),” she adds.

This season’s i-Shine Talent Camp 3 is hosted by Dimples Romana, Matteo Guidicelli, and Xian Lim. The Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp is also giving away over Php 1 million worth of prizes and a contract from ABS-CBN and Promil Pre-School to the grand winner. The previous year’s Promil Pre-School Grand i-Shiner, Yesha Camille, has received quite a number of television appearances after winning the feat, and is now involved in an upcoming series with her i-Shine mentor Piolo Pascual.  





Catch Under The Dome: Inside Chester's Mill Season 2 on RTL CBS Entertainment HD

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I'm not much of a sci-fi fan, but when RTL CBS invited me to watch the 1st and exclusive season 2 episode 1 of Under the Dome, well, I changed my mind(okay, okay. I'll still be choosy, hehe). I'm familiar with the title but not the story. And I'm glad during the private screening, they were able to show the synopsis of season 1, and I was able to put two and two together when I watched the season 2 episode 1.


On August 27 at 9:55PM on RTL CBS Entertainment HD, catch UNDER THE DOME: INSIDE CHESTER’S MILL. Look back at the first season of this hit series before Season 2 premieres. This exclusive one-hour special features highlights from last season as well as new interviews with the cast and executive producers.  Plus, get an advance sneak peek on what could possibly happen to the residents of Chester's Mill who are still trapped under the mysterious dome.


An invisible and impenetrable dome has surrounded Chester’s Mill

On September 3, the second season of UNDER THE DOME will premiere on RTL CBS Entertainment HD with "Heads Will Roll." Barbie's fate lies in Big Jim's hands, and the Dome presents a new threat when it becomes magnetized. Meanwhile, Julia seeks out the help of a stranger to save the life of a mysterious girl who may hold clues to origin of the Dome. The premiere episode was written by bestselling author and executive producer Stephen King, who also makes a cameo appearance, and was filmed on location in Wilmington, N.C. Eddie Cahill and Karla Crome join the cast as series regulars.

This science-fiction drama series is based on a novel by Stephen King

UNDER THE DOME airs every Wednesday 9:55PM on RTL CBS Entertainment HD

UNDER THE DOME airs every Wednesday, 9:55PM. Only on RTL CBS Entertainment HD. 

RTL CBS Entertainment HD is available on SKYcable channels 53 (SD) and 196 (HD), on Destiny channel 53, Cablelink channel 224, and other provincial operators nationwide. Like on Facebook (RTLCBSEntertainment) and follow on Twitter (@RTLCBSEntertain).






Join Schick's Smooth Lee promo and win an adventure of a lifetime

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Here's your chance to win a trip for 2 to Hong Kong and Macau for four days 3 nights with a free tour at Ocean Adventure and Hong Kong Disneyland and a $500 USD pocket money? How about an Apple I-Pad Air or a Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4? 

Join Schick razor’s newest craze #SMOOTHLEEADVENTURE promo where participants will be asked to create their own Schick television commercial using the Smooth Lee Adventure mobile application. 


Participants joining the promo will be asked to download the “Smooth Lee Adventure” mobile application in IOS Apple and Android. Those downloading and playing with the app can now star in their own Schick TV commercial. 

“We wanted the consumers to experience Schick Exacta 2’s refreshing, liberating, and stress-free shaving as Exacta 2 offers one-push cleaning button that helps remove hair easily. Exacta 2 likewise aims to precisely target hair in hard to reach areas leaving a smooth shave.  

We want to connect Schick with the consumers and in today’s growing number of smart phones in the market, we chose to do an app and a digital promo to make it more exciting and fun for the consumers,” Claire Guevarra, Schick Senior Brand Manager said. 


The videos created will then be converted to Youtube and the contestants will be prompted to “share” and/or “join” the promo. Those who opted to join the promo will have to register and submit their entries at the Schick website (www.schick.com.ph).

Once entries are registered and approved by Schick Philippines, the videos will already be made public on youtube. Qualified entries will be posted on Schick’s official Facebook page and will be raffled off to determine the winners. 

A trip to Hongkong and Macau for two awaits the grand prize winners while an Apple I-Pad Air will be given to second prize winner.  The third prize winner will receive Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4. There will also be 50 consolation prizes of Schick gift packs.  


The promo runs from August 1 to September 30, 2014.

“Through this promo, we will pursue our goal of not only encouraging the public’s creativity with the use of the App that we developed for them, but more importantly the importance of good grooming and self confidence that we packaged in a fun and interactive way via the Smooth Lee app” said MJ Tiquia, Schick’s product manager.  


For more information on the latest promo from Schick Philipines, visit www.schick.com.ph , like www.facebook.com/schick.ph. Schick Philippines can also be followed through Twitter, Instagram, and youtube. Per DTI permit number, DTI-FTEN SPD Permit No. 0043 Series of 2014.





Ogalala System in Play

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Hey Mommies and Daddies! I know our goals as parents is to give the best of our everything to our child/children. But sometimes with all the toys and books that we give, do we ask ourselves if it's gonna help them growing up? Is it gonna nurture them? Are we investing in a right product? Or are we just buying them just because their playmate, classmate, schoolmate has one and your child is begging you to buy one also? Now, I want to share with you what I learned when I attended a Ogalala workshop that will cater to all children of all ages and how investing with a right products can help brighten our kids future in a fun way.

I attended an Ogalala workshop a few weeks back with Sofi(I later on realized na wala pala syang picture..she's the one taking pix pala from my phone, hehe!). 

So what is Ogalala? Derived from the native American Indian term for an underwater irrigation system, Ogalala brings forth life for kids in the form of play, fashion, and exploration. It is a portfolio of global play and fashion brands.

It is a brand, therefore, that lets kids be kids, while assuring parents that they are “investing” in a brand that lets their children become warm, light-hearted, curious, and global. 


The Mommy Jen in me became a student for a few hours. Learned a lot at the Ogalala Workshop! :)

This is true, right? Aside from making our children happy, we want them fulfilled.

Children learn through play that’s a fact. They also have different ways of  learning. While there are general ways that kids learn, one method may not always apply to another child. And as O. Ivar Lovaas, a child development expert, said: “If they can't learn the way we teach, we teach the way they learn.”

Often times, parents try to squeeze in so much information from many sources (sometimes too complicated) but lack the practical application of what they pick up. The result sometimes is either a too-general approach to a child’s learning or an overload of information which quickly exhaust the child.

On the other hand, kids nowadays are growing up in a very multi-media world, exposed to many stimuli. At the heart of each child though, is a need to personally connect or to bond. And then we also know that play is life for children. So as Dr. Lovaas expressed, we need to adapt to this kind of life of children and make learning fun for them through a system in play.


The Ogalala System in Play exactly addresses this need. It has been developed to help identify important milestones and tools that will help support your child’s development, while at the same time helping you bond with your child. This branded system groups together insights, activities, and tools appropriate for each child’s growth stage. IGM recognizes that there are 4 important development areas in a child’s growth: physical, intellectual, language, and social & emotional. While our children naturally develop, and with the help of schooling when they reach a certain age, each of them is still unique. Kids advance per growth stage in their own phase, and our job as parents is to make sure they grow up happy and fulfilled.


Yes, dear parents! Le us always remind ourselves that each child is unique. No need to compare our child's milestone to other kid's milestone. :)

Saw my cellphone gallery with a lot of sweets pictures! Sofi took these pix, btw! So I guess dito sya tumambay? Hahaha!

Anyway, how do we support our child’s learning and development when they are home? How do we address their natural need for play and exploration without compromise? That is where the Ogalala System In Play comes in.

WHAT ARE THE BRANDS UNDER OGALALA?
PLAY BRANDS • Play and Explore!

Crayola• Crayola believes that "What if?" is the greatest question in the world. We stand by all who believe in the genius of imagination, the power of play, and the magic of dreams.

Melissa & Doug• A US brand with a 26-year heritage known for the tremendous value, quality and design of its wooden educational toys and innovative arts and crafts materials

Animal Planet and Discovery Kids• Discovery Kids and Animal Planet inspires children to look beyond the place they live in and satisfy their curiosity by giving them science and discovery tools to explore everything that is literally out of this world!

Baby Einstein• A US brand that brings the world to infants and toddlers one discovery at a time! It has books and flash cards that feature real-life, high-quality photos; and even puppets to encourage entertaining interaction with infants and toddlers.

Artec• Interactive educational toys that simplify science tools so they can be offered to kids at an early age. Artec is also part of the Japan elementary school curriculum that tackles biology, physics, electronics, robotics, human anatomy, chemistry, etc. That’s probably why Japan is number one in advanced technology!

COG• An innovative design company producing exceptional educational and lifestyle products for over 20 years. The company is known for its flagship brands: Eino-O Science and Trixy & Troy, and exceptional details of its sturdy take-apart toys and hands-on education model of educational play products.

Emco• A toy brand that offers quality and non-toxic plastic construction play products for the little ones. It is a perfect tool to improve your kid's fine motor skills and it can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Canal• Founded in 1996, and is one of the best kept secrets in the global toy marketplace. The #1 toy company in France operates in 40+ countries worldwide and is one of the world’s top manufacturers and distributors of proprietary and licensed products such as Mattel’s Barbie.

…and others coming soon!


To learn more about Ogalala, please visit their website: http://www.oga-lala.com/ and like their facebook page. You can also attend their workshop by checking their schedule posted in their fb page!

Connect with Ogalala and begin your discovery with your child!

Thank you Ogalala for having me and Sofi! We learned a lot and had fun!





World-class Fighter Receives Top Flight Healthcare at Healthway Medical

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Mixed Martial Arts, as the name suggests, is a sport that combines the disciplines of different combat sports on one grand fighting stage. Take Muay Thai’s damaging strikes, wrestling’s hardnosed force, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu’s submission savvy, roll it all into one and you get the complete MMA athlete.

Putting this idea into practice is easier said than done. It takes guts and a whole lot of grit to become an MMA fighter and Filipino-American Mark Striegl has proven that he has what it takes to be the sport’s next top flight star.

Known for his nickname “Mugen”, Striegl has amassed an impressive career in different international fighting organizations such as Legend FC in Hong Kong, Dare Championships in Thailand, and the Philippines’ own URCC (Universal Reality Combat Championships). He most recently fought for the featherweight title of the PXC (Pacific X-treme Combat) before being beaten, his first in 13 professional fights, by Korean Jang Yong Kim. 


Striegl assures though that the defeat is just a minor detour on his climb up the MMA mountain. Since then, Striegl has dedicated himself to get back in track to title contention and possibly a shot at signing with top MMA suit UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championships). Staying true to form, Striegl recently earned the gold medal in the under 70-kilogram division of the Freestyle Wrestling event of the PSC-POC Philippine National Games.

Considering the conditioning needed to grind through grueling training sessions, Striegl is confident that his excellent fighting skills are well complemented by his ability to stay in impeccable shape. Healthway Medical, with its trusted and most-preferred network of mall-based clinics, supports Striegl on his way to the top by recently making him the company’s newest HealthCheQ ambassadors.

Currently in the peak of his career, Striegl needs nothing short of the best support system to stay on his game and to take care of his health and wellbeing. Having been personally helped by Healthway Medical before, during, and after every fight, Striegl gives his full confidence in the HealthCheQ service.


“Mark is a top-class athlete and one of the most gifted fighters in the world. It is our pleasure on his corner, ensuring that he goes out with full confidence in his strength, fitness, and conditioning,” says Healthway Medical’s Marketing Manager Joven Alcala. “The best deserves only the best and with the health services offered by HealthCheQ, Healthway Medical guarantees that Mark gets the proper attention and treatment needed to help him through his rigorous training.”


With HealthCheQ, Healthway Medical gives Striegl full reign over his wellness with premium executive checkup package anchored on providing holistic healthcare. Besides offering complete diagnostics at all of its multi-specialty outpatient clinics, HealthCheQ clients become CEO’s of their own health by availing of full executive checkup services, including complete laboratory exams, imaging studies, and comprehensive physical evaluation. The package then lets patients continue on their way to wellness with a revitalizing and rejuvenating stay at any of Healthway Medical’s partner destinations in and around the city.

Also included among Healthway Medical’s list of healthcare services is Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Medicine, a comprehensive wellness program specifically designed for athletes, sports enthusiasts, and individuals who need to improve their fitness at home or at work. The program offers modern physical therapy and rehab medicine by combining diagnostics (Electro-Myography Nerve Conduction Velocity and Musculo-skeletal Ultrasound) with safe and efficient treatment methods (Arthroscopy).

For more information about the company, visit Healthway Medical clinics at Alabang Town Center, Festival Supermall, Greenbelt 5, Market! Market!, Robinsons Place Manila, Shangri-La Plaza, and SM North Edsa-The Block. Call the Customer Care Hotline (02)751-4929 or visit www.healthway.com.ph. Like Healthway Medical on Facebook. Meanwhile, for details about Mark Striegl, visit his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/markmugen.



Mad About Denim

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Just want to share with you photos when I attended the SM Denim Movement held at SM Megamall, Mega Fashion Hall! 

Brands like Basic House, Miss Selfridge, Forever 21, Levi's, Burton's Menswear, Aeropostale, River Island, Vera Moda graced the fashion show with their denim get ups!


Denim sisters! Our way of wearing denims. tee-hee! Me, Jaq and Mish

So what are the new fashion rules for wearing denim? Just one: DENIM RULES! 

Jeans, in all their body-contouring comfort, can be worn everywhere—from the office to after-work parties. Whether you want to live in denim at work or play, the key is adapting jean-altering trends to suit your own style.

Thank you so much SM Fashion for having me! :)






Chicago the Musical at The Theatre at Solaire

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Solaire Resort and Casino announces the opening of THE THEATRE at Solaire this November; a new state-of-the-art, certified lyric theatre in the heart of Entertainment City. This majestic performance venue boasts of an astronomical line-up of performance artists and events; both local and international, in the months to come.

 

THE THEATRE at Solaire opens its doors for the holidays with the first International Broadway show CHICAGO from December 2 to 21, 2014. This spectacular opening and amazing entertainment line-up for The Theatre signifies the continuance of Solaire’s contribution to the flourishing arts and performance scene in the Entertainment City.

Here's the ticket price:

Mark your calendars for their schedule:
December 2-21, 2014 Tuesday – 8:00 PM Wednesday – 8:00 PM Thursday – 8:00 PM Friday – 8:00 PM Saturday – 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM Sunday – 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Visit http://solaireresort.com/ for more details.

@SolaireResort | #SolaireChicago





Meralco Foretell the Bill App launch

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Do you wish sometimes that you have the magical power to tell the future?  Who wants to have a magic power to know if you'll have a savings in your bank account in the next years? Haha! Who's also on a budget here? (I'm raising both hands and feet. :D) Do you also sometimes wish that every time you set your budget, you'll be able to fulfill it and stick to your budget only? 

To all who set their budgets for their families, I feel you. Nowadays, it's very hard to set a budget and stick to it. You'll never know the struggle to tighten the belt because of the fluctuate of prices in the market. Gustuhin mo minsan makatipid, minsan hindi talaga kaya. Every month, my hubby and I set time to sit down and talk about our expenses for the coming month. What is the priority. When is the deadline of each utility ie: cable, pldt dsl, electricity, water, etc. What do we need to buy for Sofi. Budget for groceries, vitamins, gas, etc.

I think in every household, one of the biggest budget that we set aside is electricity. It's a need. Every month that we received the bill, we don't take it for granted. As much as possible we pay right away. Well, what if I told you that there's good news to foretell your future when it comes with your electricity bill? You can now at least predict your daily and monthly consumption!


I attended the launching of Meralco's new app to foretell the bill. It was held at Lighthouse, Meralco in Ortigas. MeralcO Virtual Engine (MoVE), an iOS and Android-friendly app that allows consumers to have more power over their monthly electric bill.

Knowing that people are more conscious of their electricity usage nowadays, Meralco developed this app to make managing consumers’ electricity spending better. One of the key features allows users to compute their power consumption based on their appliances’ cost per hour and length of use per day and week.

Ms. Giselle Sanchez hosted the launch

The MoVE app also gives users electricity-saving tips, Meralco news updates, and more.

This is the full list of features:
1. Usage - tracks your electrical consumption in real time, by adding your appliances and switch them on and off in the app as you would use them at home.
2. Calculator - lets you forecast the electrical consumption when buying an appliance or simply know how much an appliance costs to operate.
3. Directory - easily find the Meralco branch or Bayad Center nearest you.
4. Information - notifications on power interruptions, scheduled maintenance or Meralco events.
5. Bright Ideas - helpful tips for your home on how to conserve electricity
6. E-Bill - delivers your Meralco bill online for convenience


To help promote the launch of the MoVE app, Meralco introduced horoscope videos starring comedienne Giselle Sanchez. She plays Madame Giselle, a fortune teller who identifies the electricity-wasting bad habits of each Zodiac sign and gives advice on how the MoVE app can help them. Watch the videos on Meralco’s YouTube channel.


Now, you can foretell your future in terms of budgeting your electricity with the help of Meralco's Move App! No more shocking bill! haha! And it will also help you minimize your unnecessary consumption and you'll be able to identify what items in your house that's putting a dent in your budget. We really need this app! No more shocking news to hubby whenever he ask me how much is our electricity bill for the month. Can you feel me? hahaha!

Thank you Meralco for having me and for making me understand that electricity usage can be manage!





Join the conversation with Promil Pre-School x Rappler: Nurture The Gift

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Hey daddies and mommies! How do you unleash your child's potential? Do you have any tips and stories to share? 


This coming Saturday, Rappler and Promil Pre-School will be hosting a conversation about unleashing your child’s potential. Join the conversation from 4-6 pm with #NurtureTheGift and share!





Sperry Top Sider Timepiece Collection launch

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Our favorite shoe brand Sperry Top-Sider launched its own line of cool watches! I had a privilege to attend their fashion show held at Mega Fashion Hall. 

Sperry brings the nautical lifestyle to timepieces – wear the ocean on your arm. It’s a Water resistant watch perfect for water enthusiasts of any kind. It is made of Soft and supple leather band perfect for anyone with sensitive wrists. Sperry holds true to it’s beach side lifestyle with , sailor striped band, wave-like detailing and a cute seahorse. Sperry Top-Sider brand enhances its category breadth with the debut of the Sperry Top-Sider watch collection.

Like the performance-meets-style Sperry brand itself, the inaugural Sperry Top-Sider timepieces include vintage design elements drawing inspiration from the iconic Authentic Original boat shoe silhouette and from the dashboard gauge-tech of vintage motor boats.


In the Philippines, Sperry created a big splash when it introduced the classic Top-Sider boat shoe. Today, it continues to build market momentum by expanding its product line with sailing-inspired timepieces.

Sperry brings the nautical lifestyle to timepieces – wear the ocean on your arm. It’s a Water resistant watch perfect for water enthusiasts of any kind. It is made of Soft and supple leather band perfect for anyone with sensitive wrists. Sperry holds true to it’s beach side lifestyle with , sailor striped band, wave-like detailing and a cute seahorse. Sperry Top-Sider brand enhances its category breadth with the debut of the Sperry Top-Sider watch collection. Like the performance-meets-style Sperry brand itself, the inaugural Sperry Top-Sider timepieces include vintage design elements drawing inspiration from the iconic Authentic Original boat shoe silhouette and from the dashboard gauge-tech of vintage motor boats.


“In gratitude to our loyal Sperry fans, we’re bringing in the watch collection for them to embrace the seagoing lifestyle beyond the broad spectrum of footwear that we offer,” said Linfred Yap, Managing Director of Urban Time, sole distributor of Sperry watches.
 

Sperry Top-Sider prides itself in being a modern, preppy brand for those with a “passion for the sea”, being founded by Paul Sperry in 1935 during one of his numerous adventures out at sea. The sailing enthusiast and inventor reportedly observed how his dog ran across wet surfaces without slipping, inspiring the creation of Sperry Top-Sider, the world’s first boat shoe known for its traction and performance.Since then, Sperry has always been about enjoying the good life in, on and around water by offering stylish products that connect people to the spirit and freedom of the seafaring lifestyle. 

SM Accessories and Sperry Watch even presented a fashion watch to feature the collection:


Filipinos who love to live life in, on, and around the sea can now enjoy its line of watches that are anchored on the brand’s rich sailing heritage. The timepiece collection features details taken from the Authentic Original Boat Shoe such as the dial’s Razor Siping texture and well-known Boat in the Box logo while the straps are made from Sperry’s “well-loved” leathers, accentuated by Sperry Top-Sider grommets, skip-lace straps and top-stitching. Other design elements such as the Compass Rose Crown, luminescent hands and applied indexes are inspired by vintage nautical aesthetics.

 

Get a taste of the modern and hip “passion for the sea” lifestyle with Sperry Top-Sider’s timepieces, starting at P6,380, available at the SM Accessories section of selected SM Department Stores nationwide.

Follow SM Accessories on facebook, twitter and their IG is @smaccessories to get more news and updates!





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