I consider myself a practical shopper. As a mom who has to work on a certain budget, my nose is trained like a dog on scouting for good buys and I've already formulated my criteria on what to look out for when shopping for a product. Price is one consideration but there also has to be quality. What use is it to pay money on something which will not satisfy you or break down after a few weeks? When shopping for toiletries, I rely mostly on well-known brands. One of my favorite stores is Watsons because of the great deals and discounts they offer. I also get ... Continue Reading...
Why you should always pack light, and tips on how to do it
We’ve all seen them at the airport: the crabby passenger who is barking at the airline employee who informed him that he has to pay extra for his overweight suitcase. Or the weary-faced travelers lugging suitcases that are almost as big as they are. And, of course, the families literally running late for their flights while juggling kids and backpacks and satchels and duffels. Sure, you need to bring a certain amount of “stuff” when you travel, but some people go overboard. To make your trip as easy as possible, consider downsizing your ... Continue Reading...
2016 Manila FAME: Boutique Edition on April 21-24
The long-running trade show Manila FAME (or Furnishings and Apparel Manufacturers' Exchange) will hold its first event for the year starting today until Sunday, April 24 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. As expected, Manila FAME: Boutique Edition will showcase export-quality designer pieces for the home, holiday, and fashion sectors. The affair's theme is “Iridescence” to highlight the colorful character of Asian lifestyle and design. One highlight is the Artisans Village which will feature the work of local artisans and master craftsmen highly ... Continue Reading...
Zippy: kids’ wear from Portugal now in Manila!
Whenever we talk, some of my fellow moms complain how difficult it is to dress the kids because the latter's so choosy with what they wear. Thankfully, I've never had a problem with any of my children. But of course the No. 1 rule for fashion no matter what the age is to always stay on the safe side: nothing too loud, ostentatious or overly cutesy. I was certainly happy to discover Zippy - a leading kids' apparel brand from Portugal which has now set up shop in Manila. It was love at first sight when my 6 year old daughter and I previewed the line at their first ... Continue Reading...
Kojie San : the fave brand of Pinays to lighten skin
Product overload! This is how bloggers like me sometimes feel when a lot of samples are sent our way. Out of so many labels in the market, how do you tell the chaff from the grain? In this day and age, going viral through social media is the new 'word of mouth.' Still, there are brands who have solidly built their reputation through the years. In fact, there's a rare few who have gained a cult following. When it comes to beauty and skin care, Kojie San comes to mind. " Hindi ako pwedeng mabuhay ng walang Kojie San!," my friend & officemate Flexy says. ... Continue Reading...
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