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Tried and tested: Tangle Teezer detangling brush
I’ve had tangled hair problems since I was little. Growing up, I used Johnson’s No More Tangles spray Not able to find that anymore, I discovered Liese Smooth Hair Cocktail, which I hoard whenever in...
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Nigo makes Adidas look too cool
While most Japanese people are born with an innate sense of cool, some Japanese are naturally cooler than others. Take Nigo—music producer, DJ and creator of the urban clothing line A Bathing Ape,...
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H&M Philippines: What it means to me (Part 1)
I can’t remember any store opening that has been crazier or more anticipated than H&M in the Philippines. I can only think of a few more brands that would cause a similar or bigger opening—that is,...
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H&M Philippines: the calm before the storm (Part 2)
The invitations arrived on October 7 with specific instructions to confirm attendance and bring the physical invitation to VIP night on October 15th from 7PM to midnight. But then I had an assignment...
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H&M Philippines: the calm before the storm (Part 3)
H&M at SM Fashion Hall has three floors. The first two levels are dedicated to women’s wear. From what I saw, the first floor has the pricier, premium items while the second floor has more of the...
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H&M Philippines: VIP night (Part 4)
After seeing the entire store on the afternoon of the 15th, I decided to go home and rest before the VIP event at 7 PM. I knew beforehand that 1500 guests were invited—most of which were sure to come....
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H&M Philippines: Open at last (Part 5)
On October 16, the day before H&M opened to the public, we heard there people already in line outside SM Megamall as early as 9AM. H&M promised gift cards (up to Php 6,000) to the first 200 in...
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How to sync contacts from Blackberry to Samsung
Never ever give up. That’s how I am when it comes to gadget problems, even if it means sleeping at 3 AM to find a solution. I consider myself a techie. Not a major techie, but a good enough one. I am...
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Good finds at Bench Tower sale
The Bench Tower at Bonifacio isn’t far from my office building, so I decided to drop by their ongoing Pink Ribbon Sale, where all Suyen brands are on sale up to 80% off until the end of October....
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Experience the absurd this October 28-31 at Imaginarium
Stuck in Manila during sem break? Fear not as The Imaginarium:A Multi-Arts Festival of the Absurd, runs this October 28-31, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center in New Manila. This first-of-its-kind...
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Is there scam going on at Shangri-La mall parking lot?
This Sunday afternoon after buying a puppy (yes we got one), the kids and I decided to go to Shangri-La mall’s pet store on the 5th floor to buy some supplies. I asked the driver if our van can go up...
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Kate Spade NY opens at Central Square, BGC
Known for its colorful, quirky fashion, Kate Spade New York recently opened its newest store at Central Square, Bonifacio High Street. This season, Kate Spade Creative Director Deborah Lloyd took cues...
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Jimmy Choo opens flagship store at Shangri-La Plaza East Wing
High-end luxury brand Jimmy Choo recently unveiled its newest flagship store in the Philippines at Shangri-La Plaza’s East Wing. The 1940s-inspired boutique is done in the brand’s signature shades of...
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Melissa shoes celebrates 35 years
Who knew Melissa Shoes were 35 years old? I sure didn’t. Started in 1979 in Brazil, the vegan footwear brand is now widely acknowledged as the chicer jelly shoe—what with special collabs with fashion...
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Care for your hair? Get a Watsons Beauty Box just like this
Thin, curly hair is in my DNA on both sides, so you could say that hair is one of the biggest frustrations of my life. I really envy girls with thick straight hair. That’s why I’m always on the...
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What you need to know about Alexander Wang x H&M
Those anticipating Alexander Wang’s collection for H&M will be glad to know it will be available in 250 H&M stores worldwide, and online starting November 6, 2014. The Alexander Wang x H&M...
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Special lamb promo at Pepper Lunch
This November 1 to December 31, 2014, Pepper Lunch introduces its special Lamb Steak Promotion using top quality Australian lamb. For that Japanese flavour, try Lamb Pepper Rice with lamb marinated in...
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Pre-order your iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus from Smart
Want your iPhone 6 from Smart? Smart Communications, Inc. will be offering the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus beginning Friday, November 14, 2014. But as early as November 7, 2014, customers can pre-order...
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CLOTH METAL WOOD opens at W17 this November 6
Ian Giron, Tata Montilla and Mark Wilson are three men who have been working in art, design, and fashion for a combined 40 years. Ian worked has worked for 13 years in Manila and New York with NATORI,...
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Michael Kors helps raise $3.9 million for NY charity
God’s Love We Deliver—New York’s leading provider of life-sustaining meals and nutrition counseling for people living with severe illnesses—hosted their 2014 Golden Heart Awards last October at Spring...
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