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Conquer Fitmas with the best workout companions from OPPO’s IoT collection

It’s never too late to physically and mentally prepare yourself for all the parties and holiday feasts this Christmas. Make it a Fitmas celebration and hype up your workouts while tracking your progress using the OPPO Enco X2 and OPPO Band 2.

Immerse yourself in your workout with the OPPO Enco X2

The OPPO Enco X2 are true wireless earbuds perfect for your sweat sessions for Fitmas. Featuring a new ergonomic design, the earbuds are made to be a comfortable fit for you to wear all day. Easily control your sound with a simple squeeze or slide of your fingers on the stems of the buds to adjust the volume and pause tracks. The overall exterior of the buds is also protected with its IP54 dust and water resistance, so you can exercise without fear of damage from sweat and rain.

The best feature of the OPPO Enco X2 is its smart adaptive active noise cancellation which automatically detects your surroundings and adjusts its noise cancellation levels. It blocks out noise from the streets, cars, and even planes while you workout at the gym or outdoors. With this, you can immerse yourself in studio-quality sound and hear your favorite songs clearly while enjoying a rich, deep bass.

Lasting all day, the OPPO Enco X2 lets you enjoy up to 40 hours of listening time with the charging case and 2 hours of music playback on just a 5 minute charge. It also supports wireless charging where you can simply place it on a charging pad or power up by putting it on the back of your OPPO phone. Hype yourself up and go beast mode with your favorite workout playlist using the OPPO Enco X2 for only Php 7,999 online and in-stores.

Better on every move with the OPPO Band 2

Together with your new earbuds, track your progress with the OPPO Band 2 as your newest fitness partner. With over 100 workout modes packed in a 1.57 inch large screen, you can see more of the data you need in one glance. Included in these workout modes are the new and upgraded professional tennis modes and running modes which can help you better understand your skills, provide professional data, and guide you to make your workouts more effective.

The OPPO Band 2 also goes beyond your sweat sessions with its high-quality sleep and health monitoring capabilities. It can track and analyze sleep cycles, snoring risks, and oxygen levels to give you a full report that lets you know if you are getting proper and sufficient rest when you sleep. It also monitors and assesses your heart rate after running, alerting you of any abnormalities for all-day protection for your heart health.

The OPPO Band 2 gives you comfortable wear for 14 days straight on a full charge that also supports fast charging. A 5 minute charge can already give you a full day use for a seamless smart experience with a long battery life. The OPPO Band 2 is available for purchase online and in-stores for only Php 3,999.

Reach your fitness goals this Fitmas with the proper gear that will make you look forward to your workouts. For more information on the OPPO Enco X2 and OPPO Band 2, visit https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or check out OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok.

Details and images provided in a recent press release.

Godel Chocolate: home-grown yet world-class from #BeanToBar

We Pinoys are such chocolate lovers, aren’t we?

We have it in our desserts, drinks, breakfast cereals and, sometimes, even our entrees!

It’s no wonder, then, that local chocolate brands have emerged, not just to cater to the Filipinos’ craving for chocolate, but to also spur the growth of local chocolate farming and production.

One such brand is Godel Chocolate.

Established in mid-2020, Godel Chocolate has been providing top quality tools and equipment for cacao bean processing and fine chocolate or compound chocolate production.

To fully demonstrate the exciting possibilities from the local cacao plant, Godel Chocolate came out with its own line of premium-quality chocolate products. As the company continues to hone its expertise in the chocolate craft, it shares its knowledge and experience to budding entrepreneurs. Its advocacy is to help create a new movement of chocolate makers to boost local consumption and production of chocolate, thereby encouraging growth among local chocolate farmers.

I recently attended a tour of its factory in Paranaque, another one of its initiatives to spread knowledge on the local chocolate industry.

Chocolate 101

The tour started with a review of the history of chocolate as well as the basics of chocolate farming and production.

Test-run for budding chocolatiers

Tour attendees also got a sneak peek into chocolate making by making our own personalized chocolate bars.

Chocolate-making solutions

At its core, Godel Chocolate is a solutions-based company. It sells a line of equipment to help small chocolate producing businesses manage the processes involved in chocolate making from bean sorting to packaging.

Want to get in the chocolate-making business? Get more details about Godel Solutions by visiting its website or calling +63 2 88693754 to 56.

The tour ended at the factory’s store which showcases Godel Chocolate products and dessert creations.

Chocolate Products

Godel Chocolate products are made from fermented cacao beans directly sourced from organic farmers in Davao, North Cotabato and South Cotabato. By adhering to chocolate making fundamentals and carefully managing its production processes from bean to bar, Godel Chocolates is able to craft chocolate products that are simple in formulation but packed with flavor.

Other products include:

Bean-to-bar Chocolates: 70% (cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter), 50% (cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin), 50% milk (cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin)
Specialty Bean-to-bar Chocolates: Tablea Bar, Organic 70% Chocolate, White Chocolate, Salted Caramel Chocolate, Milk Chocolate with Cashews, Milk Chocolate with Almonds
Origins Bean-to-Bar Chocolates
Instant Tsokolate: Hot Chocolate Bomb, Stir-in Hot Chocolate
Dragees: Milk Chocolate-Covered Almonds
Seasonal Bonbon ad Milk Chocolate Bars
Gift Boxes and Chocolate Bars
Baking Ingredients

Chocolate dessert creations

Godel Chocolate products can also be made into these mouth-watering desserts.

This factory tour has certainly opened my eyes to the myriad possibilities for budding entrepreneurs in the local chocolate industry and strengthened my appreciation for our home-grown chocolate products.

Want to check out these chocolate possibilities for yourself? Book your slot at an upcoming Godel Factory Tour here.

Tours are priced at Php800/head with private group tours for up to twelve persons priced at Php8000.

Godel Chocolate is a trademark of JCG Marketing Group, Inc. Its factory is located at 11C Sampaguita Avenue, UPD IV, Paranaque City.

To know more about Godel Chocolate, follow it on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok and Youtube.

Shop for Godel Chocolate Products at:

Official Online Shop, Shopee and Lazada
Godel Chocolate Kiosk at SM City North EDSA
Gourdo’s: Alabang Town Center, Glorietta 4, Trinoma, UP Town Center, The Podium, SM City Fairview
Salcedo Community Market (Jaime C. Velasquez Park, Saturdays, 7am-2pm)
Ayala Alabang Saturday Market (117 University Avenue, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa, Saturdays, 6am-2pm)

Freebies and deals await at OPPO’s 7.7 Sale on Shopee and Lazada

Global smart device brand OPPO gives you more reasons to shop, as it rains down freebies and exciting deals for its 7.7 Sale on Shopee and Lazada! From July 7-11, you can get up to 56% off on your favorite OPPO devices, like bestselling A Series phones OPPO A94 and OPPO A55, and Portrait Experts OPPO Reno5, Reno6 and Reno7 Series, as well as IOT devices OPPO Band and Enco Buds.

OPPO Reno6 Z gives perfect gaming experience

When the discounts rain, there are plenty more freebies that pour! Tons of freebies await shoppers during the sale, including free G25 Bluetooth Earphones going to all smartphone buyers in the 12:00am-2:00am window of July 7. If you’re not one of the early birds, there’s no need to worry about missing out on freebies, as OPPO will be filling your carts with even more free items! Take home free TG113 Bluetooth Speakers with your A94 purchase; a free Neon Island Deskpad when you check out any Reno6 series phone; and free A8 Long Speakers plus a Neon Island Deskpad when you shop Reno7 series.

Throughout the 7.7 Sale, you can also avail of limited time bundle deals for smartphone and IOT purchases. Get the OPPO Band + Enco Buds bundle for only Php1,999; the OPPO A55 + Enco Buds bundle for Php9,499; the OPPO A94 + Enco Buds bundle for Php11,999; OPPO Reno5 + Enco Buds bundle for just Php15,999; and finally the OPPO Reno5 5G + Enco Buds bundle for Php19,999. That’s more savings and more to take home for you!

That’s not all – discount and shipping vouchers also await you when you check out during the sale period. Get vouchers worth Php200 off and Php400 off with minimum spends of Php9,999 and Php14,999 respectively. And with just a minimum spend of Php500, you can also avail of Php55 shipping voucher on Lazada, and Php50 shipping voucher on Shopee. Lazada customers can also avail of 10% coins cashback on every purchase, and can collect and redeem Lazada Bonus vouchers worth Php50 off for every Php500 spend.

Give yourself a rainy day treat and check out OPPO’s official stores on Shopee and Lazada to start adding to cart!

For more updates and detailed promotion mechanics about the sale, visit OPPO’s official website at www.oppo.com/ph or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines.

Details and images provided in a recent press release.

Shop from Your Favourite GLife Fashion Merchants on GCash

Without a doubt, new seasons are a big inspiration for many of us to upgrade our outfits. Whether it’s trying out a fashion trend, repurchasing old favourites, or filling in gaps in our current style lineup, changing our wardrobe is a great way to give our style a fresh new look. It also allows us to express ourselves more confidently.

This summer, GCash is helping every person express their inner fashionista by providing so many smart selections to choose from. GLife is a service within the GCash app that caters to all things essential in one’s daily life. Through its curated brands and services, GLife allows users to make smart choices when they shop, providing access to everything they want and need in just a few easy taps.

From food, technology, fashion, and beauty, shopping on GLife is so easy when every option offers quality products that will suit all of your plans and activities this season. And with these fantastic fashion offers to look forward to from May 9 to 21, 2022, there’s so much to get excited about on GLife:

Spruce up your outdoor look with a touch of elegance and shop top-of-the-line sports accessories from 88 Prestige Brands (Rudy Project). Carefully crafted with cutting-edge technology, you can enjoy up to 20% off on participating products.

For fans of streetwear, now’s the perfect moment to cop trendy shirts that make a statement. AUG3 CLOTHING, best known for their designs that shine light on environmental causes, is offering P100 off for every order of a Growth Tee, plus free shipping!

This one’s for all the moms and their babies! With a 5% discount on all personalised bibs, shop on Bibs Manila and choose from a wide range of designs to give your child to match their summer clothing.

Shave clean and fresh to match your new attire. A 10% discount on all FMR 85 Trading (Shave Manila) items, including premium shaving safety razors and blades, will assure a super shave for your next getaway.

Aside from these exciting promos, top GLife retailers DAYTODAY Athleisure, Badomada, and Outliers have restocked their bestselling, stylish pieces ensuring that everyone heading out this summer stays dressed to impress. Now’s your chance to get these garments:

DAYTODAY Athleisure

Pleated Skort: P1599
Swift Halter Rib Top: P1399
Day-to-day Dress with built-in shorts and bra pads: P1499

Badomoda

BRENDA Collared Tiered Tent Dress: P1195
DELLA Plain Long Sleeve Office Blouse: P659
NARON Shirred Side String Knit Top: P495

Outliers

Boxy Buttondown (Sage): P1295
Outliers Cap: P995
Midi Slip Dress: P1195
Orange You Ready Tee: P895

This season, having a good time entails looking and feeling your best. With GLife’s curated brands and special deals, GCash equips everyone with the things they need to live a good life every day. Visit GLife on the GCash app, available on the App Store or Google Play, from May 9 to 21, 2022 to take advantage of these exclusive deals.

About GCash

GCash (G-Xchange, Inc.) is the #1 Financial App in the Philippines. Through the GCash App, customers can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills at over 1.3k partner billers; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 4.5M partner merchants and social sellers; cash-in and cash-out at over 170k partner agents; and get access to savings, credit, insurance and invest money all at the convenience of their smartphones. GCash is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt (Globe Fintech Innovations, Inc.).

GCash was recognized by The Asian Banker (TAB) and by the IDC in 2021 for its outstanding digital financial inclusion programs impacting more than 55 million Filipinos in the country today

Creativity Lives On: DTI and PFFI showcases a new breed of creativity as the 7th Filipino Footwear Design Competition pushes through for 2020

Adapting to the age of digitally accessible media, FFDC 2020 aims to highlight the creativity and ingenuity of these Filipino creatives to a bigger online audience.

Earlier this year, the Department of Trade and Industry alongside the Philippine Footwear Federation Inc., announced the upcoming annual Filipino Footwear Design Competition for the year 2020. Since the initial call for participants, unforeseen circumstances arose and put a hold on the national contest. With the effects of the CoVid-19 pandemic that struck a nationwide quarantine as well as the recent devastating onslaught of Typhoon Ulysses, FFDC 2020 seemed albeit subject to a hindered come through.

Despite these challenges, hope and optimism rose above for the local shoe industry and the organizational hosts of the competition still persevered to meet their hopes of presenting the talent and ingenuity of Filipino design and craftsmanship.

The Industry that upholds heritage and innovation

The Filipino Footwear Design Competition is the annual national competition organized to rally and present the creations of the talented designers and makers of the country. It is often a pre-set in preparation for the International Footwear Design Competition, a prestigious event that highlights footwear design concept and development on a global scale. The objective of FFDC is to encourage more local talents to pursue footwear design as a profession or business and to showcase to the world the resourcefulness and Filipino creativity.

The Department of Trade and Industry along with the Philippine Footwear Federation Inc. (PFFI), serves as the host and presenter of the Filipino Footwear Design Competition. Both parties recognize the importance of raising awareness and support for the local shoe industry as well as developing a commune for skill enhancement to empower the Filipino talent pool. This coincides with DTI’s agenda of supporting the local creative industries to hone its potential towards building the Philippines as one of the top creative economies in Southeast Asia by 2030. PFFI serves as the main founding party behind FFDC given that it is the largest Filipino organization devoted to promoting local footwear. Through the leadership of DTI Regional Director Marcelina Alcantara with PFFI President Antonio Andres, FFDC 2020 will continue the legacy of creativity and innovation brought on for the past seven years.

A New Breed of Creativity

The official call for participants was held last March 2020, garnering more than 70 unique entries from a number of talented local designers. The design boards submitted are in line with the six categories presented for the competition: Men’s Shoes, Lady’s Trendy, Lady’s Leisure, Lady’s Boot, Children Shoes, and Sports Shoes. These designs then underwent the vetting process of drafting the initial shortlist of finalists who will then be given the opportunity to have their designs professionally prototyped by local manufacturers.

Launched this December 2020, the 7th annual Filipino Footwear Design Competition pushes through with the theme: Creative Virality; carrying on the objective of reaching a wider audience to celebrate the uniqueness and originality of Filipino talent. Presented by DTI alongside PFFI, and co-presented by the Philippines’ first creation hub for footwear design and development, Zapateria, the national competition gathers the community of the local shoe industry to team up in the mentorship and production of the designs of the Top 8 National Finalists; with the final output to be presented to an esteemed panel of judges.

FFDC 2020 will also host a number of experiential learning activities; setting forth a program that also empowers the new generation of local creatives. These workshops on footwear making 101, sketching, designing, and cost and projection are also offered for the public to join.

Adapting to the age of digitally accessible media, FFDC 2020 aims to highlight the creativity and ingenuity of these Filipino creatives to a bigger online audience. The development and creation process of the Top 8 National Finalists will be digitally showcased on the PFFI and Zapateria’s official Facebook and Instagram.

Links:

PFFI – https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineFootwearFederation

Zapateria – https://www.facebook.com/zapateriahub https://instagram.com/zapateriahub

Image and details provided in a recent press release.

From bits to pieces: making an impact with Neil & Marter’s handmade wearable art

Neil & Marter aims to influence people in supporting the slow and ethical fashion movement through handcrafted accessories using upcycled materials. The brand is launching a crowdfunding campaign to introduce a limited-edition collection together with artisans from Marikina City

A startup fashion brand proves that it’s possible to be socially and environmentally responsible in a fast fashion-driven world.

Neil & Marter was born out of curiosity and environmental wellness by interior designer Mark Boni Marter and aspiring fashion designer Neil Capistrano.

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This is US. The Makers & Designers. —Meet BON, He took up Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and he is now a registered Interior Designer. His art style includes Modern Pop Art, Art Deco & Abstract. “I am really grateful with what I’ve learned as an Interior designer allowing me to apply my learnings to fashion & accessory design. I was fascinated with how design can affect the wearer’s everyday life.” “I collected scraps of fabric & leather swatches throughout the time span of my studies because I know that those small pieces still have a purpose. " "My inspiration came from Architectural details and on how we perceive colors. We are here to empower women and all genders through fashion, to prove that our creativity is rooted in our stories.” This is ME. I am Bon of Neil & Marter, creating handcrafted pieces for YOU & saving the earth one ear at a time.

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It started with the abundance of scrap materials from Bon’s interior design studies. Conscious of how fashion waste hurts the planet, they thought of maximizing the use of oddments of genuine vegan leather and fabrics to create wearable art.

Armed with basic leather crafting tools and techniques, the creative duo produced their first batch as gifts to family members “At first, I wanted to craft everyday accessories like bags, wallets, and cardholders out of Bon’s luxury leather collection,” Neil shares. “One day, my mom requested a pair of earrings for her, my aunts, and cousins. We had fun with the learning process and ended up making 25 pairs.”

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This is US. The Makers & Designers. —Meet NEIL, He took up Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology and plans to pursue his studies in Fashion Design and Marketing. His art style includes Contemporary Art and Minimalism. “I was inspired as a child with the cartoon tv shows I watched, those good memories I cherished turned into an Art to help individuals express themselves by creating wearable pieces that suits the wearer’s personality.” “We understand and appreciate individuality, our design has a story and is based on personality; we have understated & chic pieces, whimsical pieces and over the top statement pieces that is uniquely Neil & Marter” This is ME. I am Neil of Neil & Marter, creating handcrafted pieces for YOU & saving the earth one ear at a time.

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This led them to venture into an ethical fashion social enterprise that caters to modern and eco-conscious fashionistas who value the origin and process behind the brands and products that they support.

While they have different art styles, Neil and Bon share their love for personal self-expression through ethical fashion, making a positive impact on the environment, and a strong desire to create opportunities for the local crafting community.

Bon explains, “I’m into modern pop art, art deco, and abstract while Neil likes contemporary art and minimalism. At Neil & Marter we infuse our preferences with architectural details and symbolic representations of cultural diversity. We conceptualize and execute designs ourselves, handcrafting each one with care.”

“Being mindful in using leather and fabric scraps is one of our core values,” adds Neil. “People throw away the excess or off-cuts but we save every bit and try to incorporate it in our future designs. This extends to our choice of hang tags and packaging.”

Their three collections of artful dangles feature food and pop culture references: Whimsical (Kabuki- & Oblina-inspired), Juvenescence (Legos and Rubix cube), and Food for the Soul (breakfast food items and fruits). These unconventional but chic pieces caught the attention of fashion editors from various publications, social media influencers, as well as ANC’s On The Money Entrep Lab.

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Designer: @__b.jpeg by @beaguerrero__ Designer Earrings: Mondria & Euclid Earrings by @neilmarter Creative Director: @jobonacpil Photographer: @thewilmark assisted by @markcarlos1994 Stylist: Styled by @james.bradlee and @stephyaparici of @geejocson studio Makeup: @slomakeup Hair: @renzguevarra Models: @joannapojas of PMAP and @yumialeena of Farah Models Production Design: Steven Deloso and @datu.leo of Juxtaposition Co. Fashion editorial for BLNC Magazine @blncmag by Wilmark Jolindon, Contributing Artist. Featuring Filipino Fashion Designers & Talents

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The brand is currently expanding its product line with mixed medium repurposed accessories of patchworks, geometric bags, and wearable art shoes. The Cattle’s Cradle collection will be launched and exclusively available for purchase through a rewards-based crowdfunding campaign on the Spark Project website starting October 28, 2020. The items will be produced in collaboration with women artisans of Marikina City who were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with campaign supporters receiving their limited edition pieces by December 2020.

Beyond the aesthetic statement products, Neil & Marter strives to redesign how people think about fashion, renew the appreciation for our local makers, and restore people’s confidence in self-expression. They are in the business of saving the earth (and the creative industry), one piece at a time.

Find @neilmarter on Facebook and Instagram.

Korea’s NO BRAND opens its second store in Robinsons Galleria South

Korea’s NO BRAND store will open is second branch on December 27 at Robinsons Galleria South in San Pedro, Laguna. Its maiden store in the Philippines is located at Robinson Galleria.

Launched in 2015 by Korea’s leading retailer, E-mart, No Brand is very popular in Korea with 258 locations. It is known for its “No-Frills Marketing. No Fancy Packaging. Just Value and Quality.”

“It’s not the brand. It’s the customer.”

This is the slogan of NO BRAND. The value-driven store features private label products that do away with marketing frills and fancy packaging, yet deliver the same quality that are at par with respected and much-patronized brands in the market.

The smart consumer takes centerstage as it highlights utility over vanity, value over appearances. By adopting a simple approach to merchandising and eliminating costs of fancy branding, customers can expect to get exactly what they need or more. No drama, no selling ploys, no brand – only the guarantee of a wide variety of high-quality products at affordable prices. Choices range from chocolates, potato chips, cereals, Korean ice-cream to non-food products like tissue, laundry detergent, diapers and more. Price points are from Php50 to Php1,000.

To know more about No Brand Philippines, follow it on Facebook and Instagram. To know more about RRHI, visit the company’s official website.

Store information and details provided in a recent press release.

Be casually preppy with Zilingo’s September 2019 Collection

Garb up this season with Zilingo’s latest clubhouse cool and preppy looks!

This September, leading online fashion platform Zilingo, released their latest trends selection. Doused in plaid and preppy looks, the collection boasts different cuts and arresting foray of silhouettes.

The brand marries chic styles and clubhouse cool collection, featuring preppy threads in Khaki, Cream and Beige accentuated by season’s colors of chartreuse and turquoise and red. Fashion fans will also be thrilled with the platform’s take on layers and cardigans and playful pleats in White, Black and Brown matched with modern looks and textured sheets.

Zilingo will provide customers with coveted pieces suitable for all occasions. “We are ecstatic about this season’s trends that combine style and comfort, and the best part is that these fashion essentials are available at the click of a button,” says Ryza Dipatuan-Razo, Marketing Director, Zilingo Philippines.

Recognizing the continuous growth and potential of the online retail market, and the need to constantly provide its customers with new and exciting options, Zilingo aims to showcase a unique shopping experience to its customers and enable brands to expand their reach to fashion enthusiasts across the
region.

Fashionistas across the country can purchase the collection anytime and anywhere via Zilingo’s website and app, and have them delivered to their doorstep at no extra charge, with multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery.

About Zilingo

Zilingo is a commerce platform that is making the fashion and beauty supply chain more efficient through technology. With over 50,000 merchants on the platform Zilingo connects businesses across the entire supply chain and empowers them with everything they need to run a business – from design, product development, fabric procurement, manufacturing, cataloguing, marketing, inventory management, distribution, billing, customer service, working capital & trend forecasting. With over two million product listings on Zilingo.com, users can effortlessly shop from a selection of indie labels, local designers, international and celebrity brands – all in one place. Founded by Ankiti Bose and Dhruv Kapoor in 2015, the company has offices in 8 cities globally with over 600 staff representing 20 different nationalities.

Zilingo is available for download for free on the App Store and Google Play across Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand.

For more information, please visit www.zilingo.com.

Details and images provided by Zilingo in a recent press release.

Loopy Deals partners with Status Salon for raffle promo

Discounts? I- loopydeals mo!!!!

Loopy Deals is the newest website directory source that features promotions, vouchers,sale and discounts from different industries, you can find the latest in house promos from dining, retail up to services and upcoming events in the Metro.

“Not only do we give members information about the promos, but we raffle off and give away items to our members at least once or twice a month” – according to Ms. Rose Arias, Loopy Deals’ Managing Partner.

Last August, three lucky Loopy members won STATUS SALON GIFT CERTIFICATES by simply registering, liking and sharing. GCs are redeemable in over 5 branches of the salon.

“We want to give additional value to our members. We want to give something on top of the discounts that they see on our website and social media page. We want to provide them good deals online and offline” – added Ms. Arias.

Aside from the raffle and promos, Loopy Deals, as a Multi Channel Marketing Company, offers Media and Blogger Events, Activation Events and Bazaars – anything shoppers can get discounts on.

Loopy Deals is managed and owned by Loopy Advertising – a boutique PR and ad agency catering to lifestyle and start up clients. For more information visit
Loopy Deals’ website or email : info@loopyadvertising.com for inquiries on FREE promo posting or collaboration.

Promo details provided by Loopy Deals in a recent press release.

Zilingo teams up with Philippine National Bank to make shopping easier and more rewarding

Zilingo, the leading e-commerce platform for fashion and lifestyle today announced its partnership with Philippine National Bank (PNB) to make online shopping easier and more rewarding for customers. Fashion enthusiasts across the country can now enjoy a site-wide discount of up to 30% when they make purchases on the website or through the mobile app using their PNB credit and debit cards.

“We are very excited to be partnering up with PNB,” says Ryza Dipatuan-Razo, Marketing Director, Zilingo Philippines. “Alongside offering our customers epic discounts and freebies, this also represents a step forward in strengthening the e-commerce industry in the country through partnerships with institutions like PNB to elevate the user experience of our local customers.”

Recognizing the continuous growth and potential of the online retail market and the need to constantly provide its customers with new and exciting options, Zilingo aims to provide a unique shopping experience to its customers and enable brands to expand their reach to customers across the region.

“PNB recognizes that Zilingo, as a fashion and lifestyle e-commerce, is a unique channel that complements existing businesses that link customers to merchants and vice versa. Through this partnership, we not only incentivize the customers of Zilingo and PNB, but also expand the profitability and reach of Zilingo merchants,” says Johann Gan, Philippine National Bank, Senior Assistant Vice President.

Zilingo customers who are using PNB cards can enjoy this exclusive deal from now till September 30 2019 using the promo code ZILINGOPNB, with free delivery nationwide, no minimum purchase, and multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery.

Zilingo is a commerce platform that is making the fashion and beauty supply chain more efficient through technology. With over 33,000 merchants on the platform Zilingo connects businesses across the entire supply chain and empowers them with everything they need to run a business – from design, product development, fabric procurement, manufacturing, cataloguing, marketing, inventory management, distribution, billing, customer service, working capital & trend forecasting. With over two million product listings on Zilingo.com, users can effortlessly shop from a selection of indie labels, local designers, international and celebrity brands – all in one place. Founded by Ankiti Bose and Dhruv Kapoor in 2015, the company has offices in 8 cities globally with over 500 staff representing 20 different nationalities.

Zilingo is available for download for free on the App Store and Google Play across Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, and Thailand.

For more information, please visit www.zilingo.com

Philippine Wacoal holds interactive exhibit that uplifts and celebrates women

Philippine Wacoal Corporation has been a significant part of the daily lives of Filipinas here and across the globe for 30 years now. To celebrate this milestone, Wacoal recently held a five-day interactive exhibit last June 26-30 at the Level 3 of SM Makati where they also launched their latest campaign called Wacoal’s Women of the World.

In line with their anniversary theme “Uplifting Women for 30 Years”, the brand exhibited remarkable stories of 30 women from different fields, such as social entrepreneurship, aviation, art, management, publishing, public speaking, content creation, and personal branding among others.

Right on the spotlight of the exhibit were the portraits of 30 multi-hyphenate women, as well as their stories of hardwork and success. Some of them led talks on their personal journey, and how each and every one can make their mark, too.

This embodies the company’s persistence in helping more and more ladies realize their significance and excellence no matter where they are, no matter what lifestyle they have chosen to live and pursue.

Part of the campaign’s amazing roster of individuals include sports broadcaster and enthusiast Dyan Castillejo, advocate of renewable energy Ruth Yu Owen, campaigner of strong social responsibility and designer Zarah Juan, and visual artist Celeste Lecaroz.

“From the products that we offer, to the advocacies we promote, our brand guarantees that every single Filipina realizes their beauty and worth,” Ann Christine Palisoc, president of Philippine Wacoal Corporation, said.

Such empowering campaign direction — highlighting the transition from challenges to achievements — not only mirrors who the company stands for, but how it has also reached its current stature in the intimate apparel industry.

“When we started, it was a real struggle with the department stores who expected us to offer discounts. But through constant communication, they began to understand our brand values. The superior quality of the products spoke for themselves and today, the department stores have become valuable business partners with relationships based on trust,” shared Palisoc.

Aside from moving stories and engaging discussions, each day of the interactive exhibit was packed with activities and concepts that further show the company’s value for freedom – freedom to explore, move, and have fun.

The venue also featured travel-inspired photobooths that made guests feel like they have travelled to top international destinations where Wacoal has established its presence. Guests posed in front of Eiffel Tower of Paris, New York’s Statue of Liberty, as well as the Cherry Blossoms of Japan – right at the exhibit. The setup comes in 3D effect, with real elements like park benches, boats, and even a Sakura tree to mimic that ideal travel photo.

Eventgoers unleashed their creativity with the Create Your Own Power Frame, which allowed them to become the cover model of their own magazine. Other exciting activities also include glitter tattoo, tarot card reading, and of course, participants also tried on different Wacoal items at the venue.

Aside from the June 26 to 30 exhibit, the company also held a dinner gala last June 4 to recognize the notable people behind the brand’s success in the country. It also showcased their accomplishments and bigger plans in the following years to come.

“Our focus is to grow the boutique business and further elevate the brand image by providing more exciting premium product lines and even better customer service. Better customer service means improving one’s total experience, from better facilities offering more comfort and privacy to better communication with our beauty advisers,” said Palisoc.

One can expect Philippine Wacoal Corporation to continue to offer high quality functional and comfortable products but in addition to this, even more premium products featuring elegance and comfort while consistently enhancing the beauty of the woman’s body. You can also watch out for more exciting new product lines including lingerie, men’s underwear, and more activewear for women.

For more information about Philippine Wacoal Corporation, like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. To know more about the stories of the 30 Women of the World, visit wacoalwomen.com.

Event details and images provided by Wacoal in a recent press release.

Zilingo dishes out July trends perfect for the rainy season

This month, leading online fashion platform Zilingo, jazzes up their wardrobe staple with a cool new vibe.

For this collection, Zilingo played with fabrics using bold and fresh colorways, and infused touches of mustard, lime and blush to match their primary palette of blues, reds, and whites.

The brand answers the call of the rainy season with pullovers, bomber jackets, windbreakers and hoodies paired with relaxed trousers and denim, offering the perfect ensemble for any time of the day.

“These pieces are perfect for the erratic weather of the Philippines, and we hope to provide our customers with fashion essentials that marry style and comfort,” says Edryan Lorenzo, PR and Influencer Marketing Manager, Zilingo Philippines.

Recognizing the continuous growth and potential of the online retail market, and the need to constantly
provide its customers with new and exciting options, Zilingo aims to showcase a unique shopping experience to its customers and enable brands to expand their reach to fashion enthusiasts across the region.

“Aside from trendy pieces to match the season, customers can look forward to great discounts of up to 80% off on selected items. They can also get their hands on this season’s hot picks any time and anywhere via Zilingo’s website and app, and have them delivered to their doorstep at no extra charge, with multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery. Access to fashion has never been easier,” says Ryza Dipatuan-Razo, Marketing Director, Zilingo Philippines.

About Zilingo

Zilingo is a commerce platform that is making the fashion and beauty supply chain more efficient through technology. With over 50,000 merchants on the platform Zilingo connects businesses across the entire supply chain and empowers them with everything they need to run a business – from design, product development, fabric procurement, manufacturing, cataloguing, marketing, inventory management, distribution, billing, customer service, working capital & trend forecasting. With over four million product listings on Zilingo.com, users can effortlessly shop from a selection of indie labels, local designers, international and celebrity brands – all in one place. Founded by Ankiti Bose and Dhruv Kapoor in 2015, the company has offices in 8 cities globally with over 500 staff covering 20 different nationalities.

Zilingo is available for download for free on the App Store and Google Play across Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand.

For more information, please visit www.zilingo.com.

Images and information provided by Zilingo in a recent press release.

Philippine Fashion Revolution 2019

The second batch of designers for the upcoming Philippine Fashion Revolution who will parade their creations featuring Philippine weaves on the runway on September 22-23, 2019 at the SMX Convention Center, Aura Taguig City was recently announced.

Armand Marco specializes in elegant bride and groom wear which highlights his exquisite craftsmanship and his eye in combining textures and fabrics.

Johnny Abad, the current President of Designer Circle Philippines (DCP), is one of the Philippines’ top designers whose designs showcases his proudly Filipino philosophy: Sa isip, salita, gawa, at disenyo.

Gil Macaibay, the Prince of Haute Couture who hails from Cagayan de Oro, will also be showcasing his ingenuity on Philippine weaves.

Joseph Palma, a young, budding fashion designer who also doubles as a stylist draws his inspiration for his designs from his travels.

Glenn Lopez, another member of Designer Circle Philippines (DCP), has dressed up Miss Cuba in the recent Miss Intercontinental that featured Philippine designers with the theme of Filipiniana design.

Philipp Tampus was hailed by the Cebu Daily News as the Prince of Fashion for his eye for fashion showcased in his collection with intricate designs and fabulous color combination.

Richard Papa’s designs are sleek, chic, and modern with clean lines that shouts conservative elegance and sophistication.

Rey Lazaro showcases his craft from lavish bridal gowns to Flores de Mayo gowns.

Paul Semira, another member of Designer Circle Philippines, recently designed a Sagala gown in the prestigious Flores de Mayo for Gretchen Ho.

Thad Carreon, hailing from Isabela, has designs that range from minimalist to couture.

Yako Reyes makes eye catching streetwear that are comfy, stylish and out of the box.

Akmad Kari Jr. hails from Mindanao where he infuses his work with weaves creating a modern and sophisticated look on the runway.

Santa Emmanuelle’s expertise is Haute Couture characterized by elegance and sophistication.

Richie Bondoc, a contestant of Project Runway Philippines 2, decided to fulfill his dreams to have his own name imprinted in the fashion industry after the show and work on streetwear to cocktail dresses to gowns and men’s wear.

Jennica Castro’s collection promotes arts, culture together with fashion.

Melvin Lachica plays with different silhouettes and incorporates his design with abstract pieces makes his collection standout.

Velano Hibaler is an artisan shoemaker who creates handmade sneakers which you won’t get to see, or wear, in your everyday life.

Marjorie Lee Gumabay’s gowns, dresses, and collection are truly awe-inspiring, like a fairytale come true.

For more information, contact marketing partner PMCM Events Management at 0917 8344978 and 501 0029 or email pmcm.events@gmail.com and look for Miss Mys Sandico.

This event is produced by Lynn Bentsen Fashion & Talent Academy.

Event details and photos provided by the event organizer through a recent press release.

Get this season’s trend highlights and fashion inspiration from Zilingo

Need a wardrobe upgrade? Zilingo has your back.

This season, leading online fashion platform Zilingo, released their latest trends selection, boasting different cuts and highlighting textures, vintage hues and an arresting foray of silhouettes.

The brand marries chic styles and street looks in this curated collection, featuring Utilitarian pieces in Khaki, Cream and Beige. Fashion fans will also be thrilled with the platorm’s take on deconstructed lace and 80s denim pieces in White, Black and Brown matched with modern Athleisure looks and snake textured sheets that accentuate style and attitude.
Zilingo will provide customers with coveted pieces suitable for all occasions. “We are ecstatic about this season’s trends that combine style and comfort, and the best part is that these fashion essentials are available at the click of a button,” says Ryza Dipatuan-Razo, Marketing Director, Zilingo Philippines.

“We would like our customers to have easy access to fashion, and as our way of saying thank you for all the support we’ve received, Zilingo is having a site-wide Zilingo Payday sale from now till 30 June that is sure to delight customers with up to 90% off on selected items,” Ryza added.

Zilingo is available for download for free on the App Store and Google Play across Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand.

For more information, please visit www.zilingo.com.

Press release and images provided by Zilingo.

Tips for Shopping at Woodburn Premium Outlets, Oregon

I’m not much of a shopper, probably because I’m inherently frugal and I get depressed when I can’t immediately find stuff in my size.

That aversion to shopping didn’t apply when my family and I dropped by the Woodburn Premium Outlets in Woodburn, Oregon on our drive back to Washington State from California during our US vacation.

Oregon currently enjoys a 0% sales tax statewide, a blessed trait it shares with only four other states: Alaska, Delaware, Montana and New Hampshire.

Little wonder, then, that Oregon is one of the US’ prime shopping destinations.

Woodburn Premium Outlets, in particular, is conveniently located off Interstate 5 between Portland and Salem. It is the largest tax-free outlet mall in the western part of the US, with over 100 stores which include premium brands such as Adidas, American Eagle Outfitters, Ann Taylor, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Forever 21, Michael Kors, Nike, and more. Aside from the 0% sales tax, shoppers can enjoy additional discounts from clearance sales and in-store promos. Shopaholics and even us frugal shoppers will definitely find great deals and savings here.

As with most destinations and especially if you’re a budget traveller like me, it’s best to have a plan when shopping at Woodburn Premium Outlets. Here are some tips that served our family well in maximizing our Oregon shopping opportunity.

One: Do your homework.

Check out Woodburn Premium Outlets website – www.premiumoutlets.com – to scope out available merchandise and ongoing promos. You can also consult the site for a map of the outlets as well as dining options within the mall.

Two: Arrive early.

The fam discovered that it’s actually best to arrive as soon as the mall opens. The items are freshly and neatly arranged in their racks or shelves and you can easily spot and check out on limited-stock items.

Also, you will have more time to check in with your family and friends from back home on their bilins. Take advantage of the free Wi-fi in most stores to send your nears-and-dears pictures of their requested item in the store before you buy it for them.

Three: Divide and conquer.

One hundred plus stores are a lot to cover. So split up: those with kids can go straight to Disney Outlet Store or Osh Kosh B’gosh; those shopping for clothes can head on to Calvin Klein, Forever 21 or American Eagle Outfitters; the ones on the lookout for bags and shoes can look no farther than Naturalizer or Coach; while those looking for housewares can hie off to Corelle. This way, your group can cover more ground in less time.

Four: Dress comfortably.

With over 380,000 square feet of retail space to cover, you might want to make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Plus, expect to do a lot of fittings so wear something you can fit clothes over or can easily be taken off in the fitting room.

Five: Be on the lookout for in-store deals.

The 0% sales tax already affords you with great savings but guess what, you can take advantage of in-store promos (such as buy one, get one at 50% off, etc.) for additional discounts of up to 65% off.

Don’t forget to scour the clearance racks! I scored a couple of hard-to-look-for boot-cut jeans at American Eagle Outfitters for USD19.99 (Php1,053) which would have cost me close to Php2,000 back home. And to think I was originally looking at a pair of jeans priced at USD59!

Also, upon checkout, the cashier may ask you for your email address or US phone number in exchange for additional discounts. I’m generally with this as I already have an email address dedicated to sales promotions.

Woodburn Premium Outlets is located at 1001 Arney Road, Woodburn, OR 97071-8447, open Mondays to Saturdays from 10am to 9pm and Sundays from 10am to 7pm. Special mall hours may apply during holidays.

For more details, visit its website.