Shopgirl Jen

Lazada.com.ph, the Philippines’ Biggest Online Shopping Mall is staging the biggest and grandest online shopping extravaganza this December 12 – with jaw-dropping discounts, mind-blowing deals, and incredible brand partnerships all happening as early as 12:00 AM of December 12 in www.Lazada.com.ph/Online-Revolution! Night owls can log on in the early hours for special night promotions only available between 12am and 8am; while shoppers can take advantage of killer deals and unbeatable hourly flash sales from 8am – 11.59pm!

Find everything you’ll need this holiday season, from mobiles, tablets, gadgets and appliances to fashion, household goods, toys, and sports equipment and enjoy more than 80% discount on select best-selling items.

Inanc Balci, Co-Founder and CEO of Lazada Philippines said “We kicked off the month-long Online Revolution sale in November, but the best is yet to come. With 24 hours of unbeatable deals on 12 December, consumers are in for an unforgettable shopping experience!”

So we rounded up the Five S’s why you should be part of this year’s biggest online shopping event this 12.12 only at Lazada.com.ph

Shop Effortless

Say goodbye to traffic jams, crowded malls, long queues and the struggle to find a parking space. You can shop from the comfort of your home, and Lazada will bring your items to your doorstep! As if this wasn’t hassle-free enough, Lazada also offers free delivery for orders above PhP 1,000 and cash-on-delivery payment option.

Something for Everyone

Need something for your loved ones and godchildren? Lazada has it. How about your nine month old nephew? Lazada has it too! With nine (9) virtual floors of goods ranging from consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion and sports equipment, you’ll find everything you need on your browser or mobile app.

Save while you Shop

Sounds too good? Yes we mean it and we mean it very well. With special sales and competitive prices, Lazada promises great brands at affordable prices so you won’t break the bank this holiday (or all-year-round).

Style Up for the Season

Philippines may be all sun and no snow but the newly launched in-house fashion label, LZD, offers you a colourful assortment of clothing and accessories suitable for our tropical climate. You can also surprise your loved ones with stylish gifts from UK and US high street fashion brands, available exclusively at Lazada.

Shop on-the-go

Running on a tight schedule this December? Lazada offers an enviable mobile shopping experience via smartphone, tablet, iOS and Android apps so you can fill your stockings in the bath, on the train or on your lunch break!

Inanc Balci added, “More people than ever before will be shopping online this holiday season, as consumers want to beat crowds, queues and the inconvenience of shopping in malls and busy shopping districts. With a wide range of product offerings all under one digital roof, consumers can shop effortlessly at Lazada without having to leave their home.”

So how can you be part of the Online Revolution happening this 12.12? Simply log into www.lazada.com.ph/Online-Revolution to get the best deals of the year and subscribe to our Facebook Fanpage at www.Facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines.

About Lazada

Lazada is Southeast Asia’s largest online shopping mall, with operations in Indonesia (www.lazada.co.id), Malaysia (www.lazada.com.my), Philippines (www.lazada.com.ph), Singapore (www.lazada.sg) Thailand (www.lazada.co.th) and Vietnam (www.lazada.vn), with a sourcing center in Hong Kong that drives cross-border marketplace activities.

Launched in March 2012, Lazada has grown rapidly to include approximately 3,000 employees across Southeast Asia. The company has an online footprint of more than 2 million daily visits to its websites, and the largest Facebook following in Southeast Asia with over 9 million fans.

Lazada is pioneering eCommerce in the region by providing customers with an effortless shopping experience with multiple secure payment methods including cash on delivery, extensive customer care and free returns. Lazada features an extensive product offering in categories ranging from consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion and sports equipment.

Lazada is part of the Lazada Group which also includes the C2C platform, Lamido.

With the high price nowadays, even the needs for our house is compromised in buying small portions or we call them tingi-tingi. I thought I could save a few pesos every time I'll buy in small packs. But No! I learned that if you buy big packs, you get big savings!

A few weeks ago, I attended the Buy Big courtesy of our friends from Procter and Gamble Philippines.

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines and SM have teamed up to launch a campaign that aims to educate consumers on the benefits of buying bigger size household products. The campaign called “Wag Kang Titingi-tingi, Buy BIG” encourages consumers to buy big packs of P&G products including Ariel, Tide, Downy, and Joy to enjoy huge savings. The collaboration was launched during the opening of SM Center in Angono.

“With this program, P&G wants to educate consumers on the advantage of buying bigger packs of top household brands because it will bring them bigger savings,” said Barbra Barracoso, P&G Team Leader for SM. “We are very happy to have found a partner in SM which is known for its strong commitment to giving Filipino consumers the best value for their money.”

To kick off the campaign, a “Buy 1, Get 1 at 25% discount” offer on bags of Ariel and Tide will be available in all SM SaveMore Market, SM Supermarket, and SM Hypermarket branches nationwide on November 21 until supplies last.

To help consumers make the most of buying big packs, Ariel and Downy bags now also come with scoops to help them control their usage.

During the launch, celebrity mom and P&G ambassadress Ruffa Gutierrez interacted with the shoppers and shared tips on how bigger packs of well-loved P&G household brands provide more savings in the long run.

Ms. Ruffa Guttierez graced the big event.

The “Wag Kang Titingi-tingi, Buy BIG” offer is available in SM SaveMore Market, SM Supermarket, and SM Hypermarket branches nationwide.

Thank you SM Angono, Procter and Gamble for having me!

It's the most wonderful time of the year!!! Can't believe it's 7 days before Christmas! And as Christmas is right around the corner let the latest apparel from SM Kids Fashion rule our young stylistas this holiday season!

I was invited to attend the launch of SM Kids Fashion Holiday Collection held at Todd English, SM Aura. I'm sure our little fashionistas and princes will look fabulous with the latest collections.

This year’s ensembles showcase a wide variety of styles—from plains to prints, from laid-back casual to prim and proper looks, from dresses to tops and bottoms that are all ideal for one’s mix-and-match technique.

Andrea Brilliantes and Jillian Ward graced the event. Can't believe they're big girls already!

They also held a mini fashion show to showcased the latest collection. This year’s holiday collection also inspires boys and girls of all ages to make a statement from the vast choices of colors, prints, and patterns that delight and uplift. The cropped shirts and skater skirts for example; with all the styles, textures, and prints that girls can mix and match. They can dress up like their favorite pop icons, or simply become the most fashionable version of themselves.

The boys, on the other hand, would surely love the modern and visually appealing tees that are flexible enough to complement their mood to dress up or dress down for the party. To add edge to one’s favorite denims, boys can simply pair these with a graphic tee. And because the shirts in this collection are flexible and fashionable enough for any gathering, adding cardigans, hoodies, button downs, or blazers can surely further the look. After all, the holiday season also ushers in that breezy atmosphere, so boys can go and take advantage of it with a trendy layered outfit.

Moms, too, will surely have a great time dressing up the babies and toddlers as the SM Babies collection also offers dresses, jeans, tees, and other style essentials that will complete their ensemble. Of course, even the little ones deserve a fashionable piece!

So what are you waiting for? Find the best holiday fashion pieces in The SM Stores nationwide for the cutest and trendiest holiday get-up for kids and babies who are more than eager to dress up. Happy Holidays!

I remember my time when I became a Jolly Toy Scout for half a day (you can read my post here), and how I felt after. Not only I enjoyed my day cleaning toys and books, but I was able to spread my love even in a small way.

And now, a merrier and longer Christmas awaits kids across the country as Jollibee celebrates the 20th year of Maaga ang Pasko. To set the early Christmas mood, Maaga ang Pasko caroling events were held in different Jollibee branches featuring celebrities and chorale groups to officially launch the campaign.

The Christmas spirit was definitely in the air as Jolly Toy Scouts and customers trooped to the stores to listen to all-time favorite carols and drop their toy and book donations.

Jollibee then paid tribute to long-time ambassador and original Jolly Toy Scout Aga Muhlach at Jollibee Canlubang in a similar caroling activity. Together with members of the Jollibee marketing team, the seasoned actor gamely joined the Lumen Anima Chorale in a more upbeat rendition of the Maaga ang Pasko jingle.

“Maaga ang Pasko came from a very simple idea but a genuine desire to make kids happy on Christmas time. No matter what they may be going through in life, a kid’s face lights up whenever you give them a toy. I approached Jollibee because I know they can help me expand that into something even bigger and more impactful,” shared Aga. “I could not be any more grateful to Jollibee for bringing Maaga ang Pasko to where it is now, as the longest-running and biggest campaign of its kind in the country that has reached hundreds of thousands of children across the country.”

Original Jolly Toy Scout Aga Muhlach makes his Christmas donation in the Maaga ang Pasko box during the launch in Jollibee Canlubang.

The celebrity guests each led the gift-giving ceremony by making their own toy and book donations together with members of the Jollibee Kids Club. Jollibee customers showed their support by lining up to drop their donations in the Maaga ang Pasko boxes.

At Jollibee Mabalacat in Pampanga, young sensation Nadine Lustre brought her own family to take part in the gift-giving campaign. “Our family has been supporting Maaga ang Pasko even before I became a Jollibee endorser. I feel blessed because as an official member of the Jollibee family, I can now do more and influence more people to share what they have and make kids happy this Christmas.” The actress also serenaded her fans with songs from her debut album, as well as joyful Christmas jingles with the Lumen Anima Chorale.

Jollibee joins Nadine as the Cheesy Bacon Mushroom Yum ambassador drops her donation at the Maaga ang Pasko box in Jollibee Mabalacat.

At Jollibee Greenmeadows in Quezon City, The Voice Kids Top 4 finalists Lyca Gairanod, Juan Karlos Labajo, and Darlene Vibares performed their trademark songs and joined the Singles for Christ choir in singing the Maaga ang Pasko jingle. The young talents were also introduced as the newest endorsers of the Jollibee Kids Club, together with their fellow finalist Darren Espanto.

The Voice Kids’ winner Lyca Gairanod, and finalists Darlene Vibares and Juan Karlos Labajo led the Maaga ang Pasko donations at Jollibee Greenmeadows

Through the decades, Jollibee Maaga ang Pasko has shown that it’s never too early to learn to share your blessings with others.

Talented as they are generous, the members of the Jollibee Kids Club in Pampanga shared their talents and sang Christmas carols with the Lumen Anima Chorale.

Jollibee Kids Club members donate toys and books to share the brightness of Christmas with other kids in need.

“For the 20th year of Maaga ang Pasko, we’re targeting to bring the magic of toys and books to the most number of children in the history of the campaign. We are once again counting on the support of kind-hearted Filipino families from all over the globe to make this year the ‘pinaka-maaga, pinakamahaba at pinakamalaking Pasko’ for our Filipino kids,” said Jollibee Vice-President for Marketing Harvey Ong.

Aside from dropping donations in Maaga ang Pasko boxes in Jollibee stores nationwide, anyone can also take part in the campaign by making online donations at www.jollibee.com.ph/MaagaAngPasko. Early Christmas shoppers can also buy and directly drop their donations in all Goodwill Bookstore and Toy Kingdom stores.

It's Christmas vacation time! Time to travel and see your loved ones and friends. I know during Christmas rush, it's hard to book for your plane tix. But fret not! Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) is rolling out additional, convenient options for guests to enjoy their trips, even amid the holiday rush.

Breeze through check-in lines. Passengers can now speed through check-in with a few clicks on the Internet. CEB’s web check-in service, through cebupacificair.com, allows passengers to check-in for their flight 72 hours up to 2 hours for domestic flights and up to 4 hours for international flights before departure time. Those who find themselves at the airport ahead of time can check in through self-service kiosks positioned strategically in 15 airports nationwide, from 4 hours to an hour before departure time. Given space limitations in certain airports, CEB also launched another innovative service called Agent Xpress. Roaming airport agents in Kalibo, Bacolod, Iloilo and Cebu can check in passengers as they queue for security checkpoints or check-in counters. The agents use tablets to register passenger details and print their boarding passes. This service is the first-of-its-kind among other airlines in Southeast Asia.

Enjoy your trip this holiday season and take advantage of the convenient travel options available in www.cebupacificair.com.

In-flight convenience. To ensure total relaxation during the few hours spent on air, Cebu Pacific has upgraded its various entertainment options, meals and exclusive onboard shopping deals. With CEB Air Wi-Fi as low as USD12 throughout the flight, passengers can bring their own devices and stay connected up in the air, switching from reading e-books, to watching movies or listening to podcasts, and even playing games.

Passengers can also go for some relaxed shopping with Cebu Pacific’s extensive range of Duty Free and exclusive products at great prices.The airline company also added new inflight meals to its current array of delicious options to ensure that there’s a meal for every discerning palate. Passengers can now also choose from halal-certified rice meals, sandwiches and pasta dishes available for pre-order through the website. The new inflight meal options available are: Thai Chicken Curry with Mangoes, Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Sandwich, Szechuan Chicken Noodles and Vegetarian Chap Chae.

Service from air to land. Because of the influx of people during the holidays, booking for transfers on the spot can be most difficult. With Cebu Pacific’s CEB Transfer Service for travelers who desire a hassle-free trip from air to land, passengers arriving at the Caticlan or Kalibo airports en route to the famed island of Boracay can avail of the seamless CEB Transfer Service, which will take them directly to their respective hotels and resorts. This also caters to those traveling in groups, wherein infants are free of charge. This is most ideal for tourists traveling to the island for the first time, or families spending the holidays together on the pristine beaches of Boracay.

To keep passengers comfortable during their flight, Cebu Pacific is offering On-Air WiFi services and CEB Hot Meals, which may be pre-ordered online.

Make the most out of the holidays with Cebu Pacific. Book now through www.cebupacificair.com.

Enjoy your vacation time and don't forget to make new memories! Happy Holidays!

Spread the love this Christmas by sharing love and Christmas cheer! Be an instrument of joy through “Caroling for a Cause” a benefit concert for typhoon #RubyPh victims at Commercenter Alabang, the newest lifestyle center in the South.

To be held on December 19, 2014, 6:00 p.m. at the atrium of Commercenter, the event, which is open to the public, will showcase the vocal talents of students from Woodrose Chorale, De La Salle Zobel Chorale and Virgo Maria Vocal Ensemble who will serenade the audience with well-loved Yuletide carols. The public is encouraged to share their blessings through the event which will also serve as a platform and opportunity to give donations in cash and in kind for the benefit of the victims of the recent typhoon.

In the spirit of giving and as a token of appreciation, Commercenter Alabang they will also be raffling off gift certificates and cinema passes to the attendees.

Commercenter Alabang is the newest lifestyle center in the South designed to cater to one’s need for a more intimate, warm and cozy leisure experience. Located in the business and commercial district of Alabang, Commercenter Alabang is the go-to place for one to enjoy various dining, wellness and development, hobbies and specialty shop choices for every member of the family.

Commercenter Alabang is located at Commerce Avenue corner East Asia Drive, Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Stay updated on the latest events, promos and offerings at Commercenter via www.facebook.com/commercenter and follow them on instagram @Commercenter.

With just a few days before Christmas, I know we will be filling our tummies with delicious dishes, sumptuous meals and eat our heart out with everything that will serve us. Haha! We have an excuse to fill our mouths because what is the better way to bond with our family and friends? Eat, eat and eat!

Sharing a good meal with your loved ones is most definitely one of the most heart-warming moments in your life. But holding a reunion with them, especially if you have not seen them for a long time, could also be a better thought to have this Christmas. Many people forget to moderate the amount of the “good stuff” they eat during these celebrations. Though we wouldn't want to take away the ‘sinful’ meals, it’s best to give your Yuletide menu a bit of a healthy twist by introducing McVitie’s Digestives biscuits to your Christmas food fare.

Unlike other biscuits, McVitie’s Digestives has fewer calories, less fructose corn syrup, no artificial ingredients, zero cholesterol and transfats. And what makes it healthier is that it has more fiber which helps in proper digestion – something that is much needed during this season. With McVitie’s Digestives, everyone can still enjoy feasting on the most delicious meals prepared by the whole family.

As soon as everyone checks in after a long drive, serve them with McVitie’s Original or Wholewheat Digestives so that they can have something to chew on while chatting with a sorely missed relative or while waiting for the meals to be served. This would also prepare their tummies to a night of endless delectable treats from the kitchen.

Another healthy idea is to make a dessert out of McVitie’s Digestives. Crushed McVitie’s makes a perfect crust to your cheesecake or crema de frutarefrigerated cake so that everyone can enjoy desserts minus the guilt. McVitie’s Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocoloate Digestives are also perfect for desserts and it goes well with tea or coffee, after having your tummy stuffed with a lot with Christmas goodness.

And if you’re up for an even unique meal idea, you could use crushed McVitie’s to give your meatloaf a robust body but with a healthy twist. Meals that need bread crumbs to add color and flavor to your dish could also be spiced up by using McVitie’s as a substitute.

Eating plenty during the Christmas season has been a “valid” excuse for most to get more of the good stuff, but eating healthy doesn’t need any excuses just to have some more of it. This joyous season, appreciating every sumptuous meal is not a problem, for as long as it is done in moderation and by eating more healthy food options.

For more about McVitie’s Digestives, visit www.mcvities.com or click “Like” on its Facebook page, www.facebook.com/mcvitiesdigestives. Distributed in the Philippines by Delfi Marketing Inc., McVitie’s is available nationwide in leading supermarkets.

Last December 7, hearts were filled with joy of music as SM Supermalls celebrated World Choir Day 2014— an international event of remarkable music that was started in order to bring communities together with the values of unity, peace, and understanding.

University of Perpetual Help Chorale

SM General Santos Chorale

Acoufellaz

SM City Clark

For more than 20 years, choirs have celebrated World Choir Day crossing cultural boundaries with the aim of uniting people through heartwarming choral songs. This December, SM Supermalls joined millions of singers and choral groups across the world to celebrate this great event.

A musical feast with a series of concerts, World Choir Day 2014 at SM Supermalls featured the angelic voices of talented Filipino choirs with their beautiful renditions of Christmas holiday classics across SM Malls nationwide. The best choral groups in different cities showed their support in the festivity and shared their talent in singing and art of musicality.

To see more photos of the SM Supermalls World Choir Day celebration and to get more information about more upcoming choir performances, check out the SM Supermalls Christmas blog bit.ly/merrysmchristmas. Have a #MerrySMChristmas!

A wonderland of fun and fashion welcomed everyone in the grand launch of Nautica, Desigual, and ELLE kids, as the three brands unveiled their latest global collections in a fashion show at the Mall of Asia Atrium recently.

Kids and parents alike were delighted with the arrival of top kids’ fashion brands, all brought to the Philippines by Internationale Globale Marques (IGM), an affiliate of Richwell Phils. Group of Companies, the leading distributor, manufacturer, and licensor of branded children’s products in the country.

“Nautica, Desigual, and ELLE kids arrive in the Philippines each carrying a distinct style which kids of all ages can relate to. IGM is proud to bring these three top global kids’ fashion brands in the country and we hope that these brands can be part of kids’ journeys as they explore fashion and build their own style personality,” said IGM Chief Operating Officer Maye Yao Co Say.

Guests got a first-hand look at the brands’ choice pieces with the product displays, which also featured elements that told each brand’s style story. Nautica’s beachside theme captured its love for adventure and the outdoors, including a sailboat on display. Desigual exhibited its eclectic charm with a wall filled with quirky artworks that speak of its creative vibe. ELLE kids embodied the spirit of Paris with a model Eiffel Tower, which took guests right into the heart of the city that serves as the brand’s style inspiration.

Each brand’s unique personality extended to the fashion show where the three brands paraded their latest collections.

Nautica Kids opened the show with its laidback approach to fashion that oozed with the brand’s penchant for exploration and adventure. Casual pieces for both adventurous boys and girls ruled the ramp for the American brand. The collection also resonated with nautical elements in its polos, tops, dresses, outerwear, and jeans, which boasted of the classic, crisp, and clean lines Nautica is known for.

Quirky and eclectic distinguished Desigual’s collection. The Spanish brand, which became popular with its offbeat approach to casual clothing, presented its kids wear with humor-filled prints, patchwork designs, and innovative artwork. With its spontaneous and creative character, Desigual is the right brand for decisive and free-spirited little ones.

ELLE kids ended the show on a classy note with items that exuded the easy and effortless sophistication of its Parisian roots. Kid models sashayed down the catwalk in prim and polished pieces from pretty tops and dainty dresses for girls, and refined polos for boys. The collection also included footwear rendered in playful yet elegant styles. The line-up captured the personality of the ELLE kid: chic, classy, and confident.

Amina Aranaz-Alunan, whose kids also serve as ambassadors for the brands, is all praises for Nautica, Desigual, and ELLE’s collections and how they all speak about her kids’ style personalities. She shares, “My eldest Lucas is big on the outdoors and adventure so he prefers Nautica’s items. Diego is the spontaneous little creative in the bunch so he fits well with Desigual. Helena, of course, is in love with the feminine and elegance of ELLE. It’s wonderful how the brands fit perfectly with my kids’ tastes.”

The event also featured a special segment wherein kids of Manila’s chic and stylish set sashayed down the catwalk clad in key items from Nautica, Desigual, and ELLE. Spotted supporting the kids in the fashion show were Helen Gamboa-Sotto, Ciara Sotto-Oconer, Joy and Gian Sotto, Mark and Loralee Soong, Dino Aldeguer and Michelle Teves, Vic and Roslyn Gelano, Jondi and Jocel Buensalido, Sharon Lopez, and Cora Tanjuatco.

Thank you Elle, Desigual and Nautica for having me. I had a blast watching the fashion show.

Maye Yao Co Say concludes, “We want to give children more clothing choices through the launch of Nautica, Desigual, and ELLE. We believe that bringing global brands to Filipino kids gives them a wider taste for fashion which we hope will help them further develop their style and confidence.”

ELLE, Desigual and Nautica Kids are available at leading department stores nationwide. Log on at IGMkidshub facebook page and www.igm-ph.com for the latest updates.

If there’s one thing I learned as a newbie parent, one should give what’s best for the child, especially for a newborn baby. Parents are expected to know how to feed, bathe, clothe, play with, and generally care for their baby – but babies don't come with instructions. And even if this isn't your first, you may still be trying to figure out how to deal with it physically, emotionally and financially.

The vast majority of newborns enter the world healthy but they are more vulnerable to germs than older babies because they simply haven't had time to build up defenses. Sometimes infants develop conditions that require medical tests and treatment. All signs and symptoms are of even greater concern if the baby is less than 3 months old.

We experienced this first hand as my husband Oliver and I found ourselves rushing to the emergency room at 2 a.m. due to the high fever of our newborn son. After a series of laboratory tests to rule out bigger complications, our little boy was diagnosed with Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Seven days and eighty thousand pesos later, we were discharged with our baby healthier and stronger.

Looking back, we would not have done things differently, except for one realization magnified—we would stop at nothing for our child. It is a lesson learned through one hospital scare. We can only do so much to take care of our little one, and even if we wrap him in our arms until he is okay to thrive on his own, we as parents cannot live forever. Accidents happen and diseases will not always be at bay. The unpredictability of parenthood comes with inevitable emergencies of life. If something happens to Oliver and I even before he turns one, what happens to our newborn child? What can we leave behind?

We can either burden ourselves with anxiety on things we cannot control or secure the best future for our son—without delay. This means now -- no need to wait until his first birthday. The absolute security of our newborn is not even a choice, it is a necessity. After all, what is more urgent than our child’s future?

The cost of pregnancy, baby delivery, supplies and immunizations all add up. So for parents like us, Manulife’s Bundle of Joy program is a welcome breath of fresh air. With no premium required, moms and dads with newborns less than a year old would only need to register online for a free one-year insurance coverage worth Php100,000.00. You can also seek expert advice and useful guides for first-time parents and financial awareness for those who are starting to build a family. The site also offers relevant information for us parents on freebies, promos and other fun activities.

At this time, getting insurance may be at the bottom of your checklist, as it was previously in ours. But as we relish the joys of parenthood, let us learn to choose lifelong benefits, the ones that would benefit the family and ultimately our newborns. The cute strollers, cribs, baby bouncers and toys will be outgrown in a short amount of time but a good insurance coverage will last a long time.

Consider Manulife’s Bundle of Joy program as another version of a tight hug for your baby--thoughtful, comforting and valuable. Register online at www.manulifebundleofjoy.com.ph and shower your newborn with unlimited hugs while they are young.

Christmas is still in the air and it just got sweeter as Baskin-Robbins can now be enjoyed at the annual Trinoma Christmas Village! Indulge in your favorite Baskin-Robbins ice cream, sundaes and other frozen treats while admiring an array of Christmas houses adorned with colorful lights, trains, and Santa’s sleighs. The Baskin-Robbins booth will be at the Trinoma Christmas Village until January 15, 2015.

Baskin-Robbins stores are located at the Upper Ground Level of Central Square, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig and at the Upper Ground Floor of Ayala Fairview Terraces, Quirino Highway, Novaliches, Quezon City. For more details about Baskin-Robbins, log on to www.baskinrobbins.ph or check out their Facebook (facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph), Twitter and Instagram (baskinrobbinsph) accounts.

Youth and beauty – these are two things that your friends (and yourself) might put on your must-have list at any given time. To always look young and energetic, dazzling everyone with your attractiveness and a winning spirit that shows your can-do attitude. To always have that adrenaline flowing through your veins, confident that you can move and act in the pace you want.

While you can’t turn back the hands of time, there’s a better way to give yourself, friends, and loved ones these two desirable, yet priceless gifts this holiday season. Experience the pleasure of tapping on a new source of power that can delay the aging process and usher in a new phase of rejuvenation, both physical and mental. The good news is, the gift of youth and beauty can be yours in one lovely gift – the new Premium HyC 150!

This powdered collagen drink manufactured by FINE Japan Co. Ltd. Is now distributed in the Philippines and easily accessible to anyone who wants to feel young, move young and look young. This new product has been called the new fountain of youth because it contains the optimal combination of effective anti-aging nutrients, plus more in one sachet. Mix with your beverage of choice or just add plain water and its semi-sweet flavor makes it even more enticing to drink during breakfast, snack time, or an after dinner refresher.

The Premium HyC 150 makes rejuvenation possible through its two main nutrients: collagen and hyaluron. Collagen slows down the aging process and prevents dryness of skin, wrinkles, and age pores. It also counters the effects that excessive sun exposure, pollution, and bad weather can do to our skin. Meanwhile, hyaluron gives you moisture to lubricate joints and tissues allowing you to stay active.

More than the potent combination of collagen and hyaluron, Premium HyC 150 also contains a good dose of Pearl Coix Extract that brightens skin, making you look fairer. Long used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries, it also helps eliminate freckles, heal tumors, and remove inflammation from the body. Complementing this is Vitamin C, which makes your skin healthy, spot- and blemish-free. Make it a habit to take Premium HyC 150 daily – then see and feel the difference in just a few days.

Youth and beauty in one sachet. It’s a convenient gift you can give your friends this holiday – and see its lovely effects last longer than the season.

For more information, visit our website at www.HyC150.com; like them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HyC150, follow them on Twitter #HyC150 or Instagram @HyC150. Or call (02) 5467297. Premium HyC 150 is now available at selected Watsons stores nationwide.

Can't believe it's 2015 already! Last 2014, we experienced a lot of trials and life challenges, also made new decisions, altered some plans, but also received so many blessings for me, my blogging, and for my family. Couldn't have it any other way. So grateful to have met new blogger and online friends. Thankful for the PR's who still support and trust my humble blog since I started and to new PR's who I met last 2014, hope to work more with all of you this 2015. To all the readers, supporters, online friends, who support all my social media accounts, thank you, thank you! You have a big place in my heart.

2014 was also the year I decided to be a lifestyle/mommy blogger. Since I started 2011, what I wanted was to blog for fashion only. But thank God for some opportunities and open doors in blogging, I was able to experience a lot of things and I'm grateful for them. I pray that this 2015, a lot of doors will be open for me and aside from posting/attending/covering events and brands, I'm planning to bring back my ootd posts (hope you'll look forward to it), and share some personal posts/experiences. Hope you'll still support me. :)

Check out some of the highlights why my 2014 was awesome..in blogging that is. :)

To my friends, church friends, my family, I appreciate all the love and support. Super grateful to have all of you in my life. To my hubby and Sofi, everyday I feel your love and it inspires me to be a better person, wife and mother.

Parang star awards ang dating sa daming pinasalamatan, haha! But seriously, 2014 was an awesome year for me despite the ups and downs, because I know everything that has happened, may purpose si God and it made me stronger and more patient, hehe! :D

So excited for 2015! I know and I believe that God is preparing great things for us this year. All He ask is to have a little faith in Him. :)

Cheers to new year!

What a better way to kick off 2015 with fantastic prizes and freebies from Brother Philippines! With the Brother 2015 Calendar of Me contest, you can win your very own personalized photo calendar plus a chance to take home a brand new Brother printer!

The Brother 2015 Calendar of Me contest is open to all participants 18 years old and above. All you have to do is send in six high resolution photos (at least 500kb per photo) to the Calendar of Me 2015 Contest tab on the Brother Philippines Facebook page.

Two hundred (200) lucky participants with the best photos will have their own printed personalized calendars delivered right at their doorsteps. Ten contestants will also win a brand new Brother monochrome laser multi-function printer!

“Filipinos are well-known for posting selfies and photos of families and friends on their social media sites. This is a great opportunity to have those wonderful digital memories captured on their very own 2015 calendar. Printed on our top-notch Brother A3 InkBenefit printers, the poster-size calendars will even be delivered to their homes,” said Glenn Hocson, Brother Philippines President.

For more information, like the Brother Philippines Facebook page and click on the Calendar of Me 2015 Contest tab.

Promo runs from Dec 24, 2014 to January 15, 2015. Ten winners of a brand new Brother multi-function printer will be raffled off on January 16, 2015. Per DTI – FTEB SPD Permit No. 9485, Series of 2014.

Just wanted to share some photos that we took last January 1. And since I want my blog to be more of personal, expect more personal kwento and updates of what's happening to me and around me. :) Anyway, we spent the 1st day of 2015 at SMDC Light Residences at Boni where we rented one unit to avoid the smog (smoke + fog) due to firecrackers. It's a yearly tradition of my family to spend new year's day/eve renting a place for a staycation.

It was our 1st time to rent at SMDC (before kasi hotel hopping kami. hehehe). We rented a 2 bedroom unit in the 32nd floor (parang transient ang dating) and we really liked it especially the pool area. Ang lakas ng appeal nya for ootd shots. Parang kahit saang area pwede. How I wish I brought all my clothes for photo shoot, lol!

And it's a yearly tradition for me to wear something polkadots. Though I don't believe in luck (pagluck kasi parang swertihan lang. either swertihin ka or not. I'd rather believe that I'm blessed because I know that in everything that I will do, God will bless me. You just need to have faith), I just wanted to preserve yung pagsuot ng polka ng December 31 and January 1.

If you've been following me thru twitter and instagram, I shared some pictures there of my sister (pix in the middle with her hubby) when she got married last December. Will post some of the highlights here soon (and some of the highlights last December). We couldn't resist the mirror selfie. Feeling artsy lang. hahaha!

We just want t greet you.. From our family to yours, Happy New Year! We declare God's incredible blessings and favors, breakthroughs, good health, joy and peace for us this 2015! The best is yet to come! We're so excited for what God has in store for us! 2015 will be awesome!

Act in such a manner that you are living proof of a loving God. Realize how blessed you are.

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Last January 2, the fambam went to Fun Ranch, Pasig to spend the last days of Christmas vacay before school starts. And Sofi put these ensembles to wear that day. After she decided on what to wear she asked me if it's worthy of an outfit post. Yes, she really do support my blog. haha! I remember she even write my url to her classmate's notebook and told them to visit it. hahaha!

Yes. may posing na nagaganap. lol

After rides all you can at Fun Ranch, the fambam decided to go to Eastwood for dinner. Kahit million times na namin napanood and dancing fountain, we still watch it whenever we catch it.

top & leggings: SM Kids' Fashion | shoes: Sugarkids

We're still trying to collect Frozen apparels. From dresses, sleep wears, leggings, sandos and shirts, we're glad they are all available at SM Kids Fashion. And as for the shoes, Sugarkids is Sofi's go-to shoes whenever we plan to buy one. They're fab yet affordable. As a mom, I really don't like to spend a lot in Sofi's shoes since madali nyang kalakihan and after few months lang we need to buy again. And with Sugarkids, they're very affordable yet trendy. Can't wait to check SM Kids Fashion and Sugarkids again this weekend. I heard they're on sale. Yay! :)

When the Superstar shoe was first launched by adidas back in 1969, the word ‘Superstar’ was unambiguous. Today, the word has been corrupted to the point of confusion. So this year adidas Originals sets out to question what it means to be a superstar.

For entertainer and creative, Pharrell Williams, the meaning is clear; “It’s not about the number of views, likes or shares”. While world-renowned footballer David Beckham decrees; “It’s not abouttrying to be the next big thing.”

“It’s not about having your name on a flag or a jersey”, echoes pro-basketball player Damian Lillard, while singer-songwriter Rita Ora states: “It’s not about following in someone else’s footsteps."

Whilst these ‘Superstars’ have all had different creative journeys, their original motivations from when they started out remain intact. Pharrell had a compelling need to create music. Beckham just wanted to be the best footballer he could be. They weren’t chasing fame; fame was a by product of their dedication and hard work.

Whether it’s 1969 or 2015 one thing is certain – there is no short cut to being a Superstar.

Watch the short film from adidas Originals, directed by Karim Huu Do, on what it means to be a Superstar in 2015 here: http://a.did.as/superstarfilm

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Celebrity footballers experience MasterCard PayPass. Celebrity football players Simon and Chris Greatwich (first and second from left) and Phil and James Younghusband (second and first from right) experienced the speed and convenience of using MasterCard PayPass-enabled credit, debit, and prepaid cards to pay for their favorite meal at McDonald’s. Joining them at McDonald’s Greenhills were TV host Ginger Conejero and MasterCard VP Jo-Ann Camacho (third and fifth from left).

MasterCard PayPass is a fast, safe, and smart payment technology from the world’s leader in contactless payment solutions. To pay, shoppers simply need to tap their MasterCard PayPass-enabled card or device on a MasterCard PayPass-enabled reader or terminal.

And it's finally here! The biggest and tallest ferris wheel in the Philippines . . . A Dream Log that mimics the experience of going down a raging river . . . a Super Viking gondola that swings up to 90 degrees . . . a nostalgic double- decker Carousel.

These are just some of the exciting attractions at the Skyranch, which opened recently at SM City Pampanga. Located on a 10,000 site beside the mall, it is the first amusement park in North Luzon and the newest destination for both local residents and tourists.

Developed by SM Prime Holdings, Inc. partnership with S&T Leisure Inc. and Westech Philippines, the Skyranch brings all the thrills, all the excitement, and all the fun to kids and kids at heart with its 22 rides.

You’ll feel on top of the world with The Big Wheel, the tallest and biggest ferris wheel in the Philippines at 65 meters in height and 50 meters in diameter.

The Loop Roller Coaster, on the other hand, is great for thrill seekers as it completes a 360 circle at the top of the loop, completely inverting riders. Left to right swerving, sudden speed bursts, and camel backs make this a ride to remember. Another roller coaster, the Field Runner, will make your heart beat fast and bring on an adrenaline rush to your system.

Capture the excitement of a water ride down a raging river with the Dream Log ride. Cruising over 50 minutes of winding waters, it ends with passengers dropping from a height of 9.5 meters into a wet and wild water track.

More thrills? The Drop Tower slowly lifts passengers to forty feet high before releasing in a free fall . . . the Space Shuttle that swivels with three cycles going to the right, and three cycles going to the left . . .the Super Viking, an open seated gondola that swings up to 90 degrees back and forth.

There are also nostalgic rides like the Double Decker Carousel, the classic favorite ride of all time, where kids can ride on magical horses. Designed by Peter Petz Productions of Germany, it transports one back to 20th century world fairs. There are also modern Caterpillar and Octopus rides that give one a spinning, flipping, and twirling sensation.

Skyranch Pampanga also has a Planetarium, a theater built primarily for presenting educational and entertaining shows. With its dome shaped projection screen, it provides objects that can be made to appear and move realistically and simulate motion.

Visitors of all ages can also have fun with games – booths for basketball, a color toss, ring toss, bowling, and darts, where park guests can bring home stuffed toys and other prizes.

Skyranch Pampanga is open to the public from 12NN to 12 midnight on weekends and from 3PM to 12 midnight on weekdays. It is one of the many exciting attractions for the whole family at SM City Pampanga.

Are you ready for this? Fresh from the launch of its world-renowned GEN3 Stores that brought the Philippine telco experience to global retail standards, Globe Telecom continues the celebration as it treats revellers in Cebu and Iloilo to great music and entertainment with back-to-back parties for two of the country’s biggest festivals: Sinulog and Dinagyang. Taking centerstage in this month’s festivals are four of the country’s best DJs and GEN3 NEXT ACT ambassadors: Mars Miranda, Callum David, Badkiss, and Eric Capili.

“At Globe, we always look forward to giving our customers wonderful experiences and many reasons to celebrate. During the unveiling of our newest GEN3 Stores, we told the stories of today’s biggest DJs as part of the new Stores’ concept to highlight individuals with inspiring stories.

This time, we are bringing all four DJs again together for a festival experience that partygoers will surely remember. We are inviting locals and tourists to get ready to celebrate all night at the Globe parties in Cebu and Iloilo,” said Joe Caliro, Head of Retail Transformation at Globe Telecom.

While said to represent the sound of this generation, Badkiss, Callum David, Mars Miranda and Eric Capili each has a unique style and beat capturing crowds of partygoers everywhere. The combination of their energetic sets will surely rev up the parties and will keep everyone dancing non-stop.

Mars Miranda, who has made a name for himself in the club scene at an early age, will surely make it a night to remember for everyone. He only has one thing in mind: to make the night worth it for the crowd. "I just want to see people in front of me with all that energy, and feed off it. They came out to see me and it's my responsibility to show them a good time," said Miranda.

The crowd can expect an eclectic mix of sounds that’s funky, soulful, and reflect the soul of different decades. Christina Bartges, known as Badkiss to her followers, enjoys combining retro sounds with the latest beats in her sets. She shared, “I respect where the music that we listen to today comes from.”

Partygoers in Cebu and Iloilo should expect to find themselves on the dancefloor all night long with Callum David on the deck. David said," I listen to the radio and do a lot of research on my own. My music depends on what mood I'm in, but I like to keep people happy, and keep the crowd dancing." David, who came to the Philippines as a model, will combine his love of music and experience as a DJ abroad to win over his Filipino audience.

Eric Capili, Boracay’s most sought-after DJ, is taking his talent to Cebu and Iloilo to take on the most challenging Sinulog and Dinagyang partygoers. Capili admitted, "I like being challenged to play what the crowd likes. Hinuhuli ko yung kiliti nila. It's like I'm in a relationship with my music—kailangan dalawa kaming magbibigay ng best namin para sa crowd.”

Catch these DJs as they share their best music remixes to get the party going in this year’s Sinulog and Dinagyang Festivals. And the celebration gets even more exciting with the colored powder blasts to shower the audience as they party all night long!

Check their schedules at Sinulog Festival from January 15 to 18 and Dinagyang Festivals on January 22 to 25. The DJs will be performing starting at 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at the Globe Mobility Store on the Go located at One Mango Avenue, Cebu City and Capitol Grounds, Iloilo City.

Globe Prepaid, Postpaid, TM and Tattoo Broadband have prepared a lot of prizes and surprises for everyone who will visit the Globe Mobility Store including a lot of games, variety shows and exclusive perks and privileges for Globe customers.

Don’t miss the live band performances in Cebu starting featuring Calla Lily while guests in Iloilo will enjoy watching different variety shows led by the Global Mardigras as well as the famous Kalokalike contest.

To know more about the DJs their special performances, and the rest of Globe activities happening in both festivals, follow @enjoyGLOBE and @ChooseTattoo on Twitter, @enjoyGlobe and @ChooseTattoo on Instagram and like Globe on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/GlobePH and Tattoo at http://www.facebook.com/GlobeTattoo

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