Suiteblanco is Now Open in SM Makati

Was one of the lucky few who got to witness the unveiling and launch of SUITEBLANCO's 3rd store in the Philippines last October 2 at the 2nd floor of SM Makati. It's amazing how there's one whole Suiteblanco store INSIDE the department store! Here are photos from the launch and the fun Preview Shopping Party that commenced right after!:)

some photos from Sarah & Alyssa!

 Hosted by my girl crush Kim Jones

 there was a mini fashion show showcasing their spanking new collection!

Now, time to go shopping!

Suiteblanco, a family business founded by Bernardo Blanco Solano, originated in 1960 specializing in on-trend fast-fashion retailing. It now has more than 270 stores in fashion forward cities like London, Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Athens, Dubai, Lisbon and many more spread around 23 countries.

In the Philippines, Suiteblanco has forged a franchise agreement with the SM Retail Group, opening its first store at SM Aura Premier in 2014, and earlier this year at the SM Mall of Asia last May.

Suiteblanco speaks to young, modern women with an uninhibited urban spirit and who aspire for the latest styles that are affordable, which gives them more freedom with their spending.

 Had a huge crush on the skirt but no size:(

Reviving timeless classic silhouettes, from circle skirts to fit-and-flare dresses, Suiteblanco’s Fall Winter theme is all about the merge of modern feminine and sleek minimalism. Black, white and gray pieces set the stage for the monochrome mood of the season. Suiteblanco’s selection of beautiful tops and outerwear creates a fascinating fashion story that centers on dramatic texture and attention to details. 

 with my beautiful shopping buddy, Alyssa!

We really had fun browsing through racks and racks of beautiful, budget friendly clothing pieces! They have everything for the stylish crowd-- printed, classics, classy, polished, girly, edgy, casuals, dressy, glam. Me and my blogger loves have different styles but we all took home pieces that we wanted and that we'd definitely wear. These are pieces that you'd get to keep & wear for years and years to come. 

I had so much fun shopping with my girls!

 With Yuki, Tracy, Alyssa & Sarah

 

Thank you Pau for taking care of us!

 Thank you again to the wonderful team of Preview Magazine for inviting us!:)

 And now, take a look at their new F/W 2014 collection!

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Late Post: TOBY's #ItStartsHere Event + Preview's PEFTA 2013

TOBY's launched their new logo, store design, #ItStartsHere campaign and new ambassadors last September at SM Aura!:) I would never consider myself a "sporty" person, the only sports activity I ever participated in was cheerleading when I was in St. Scho. Is that even counted? Haha. Well, I took softball (P.E.) in UST and I sucked haha. Oh! And I shoot good hoops at Timezone. Lol. But I do visit TOBY's once in a while whenever I need new rubber shoes or sneakers (bought my favorite cream colored Converse there after the event) or when I need tools for exercising like dumbbells, etc. They pretty much carry everything that's sports related. It's every sports fanatic's haven. Going back to the event!

Owner Toby Claudio! 

 behind every great athlete is Tobys! It all starts here (there)!

event host Chesca Litton. who came from Watsons! Galeng.

 New ambassadors PBA MVP James Yap, Amazing De La Salle lady spiker Michelle Gumabao  and Neil Etheridge of the Philippine AZKALS. 

 Toby Claudion with James Yap and Mich Gumabao

jampacked!

Marc Vinas, Jojo Claudio, Bobby Claudio, Rod Claudio and Alvin Patrimonio 

PBA Team Rose, Bobby Claudio, Tim Cone, Alvin Patrimonio

So let's all give a little more value to our healths by venturing into sports or fitness nalang if you're like me. Hehe. Toby's will forever be there to support, encourage and guide you through their top quality brands and products. ;)

thanks Toby's for our all our new kicks!

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PREVIEW PEFTA 2013

I have high regards in Filipino's talent that I always get excited whenever I hear of new designers or new designs. So of course I had to go to PEFTA - Preview's Emerging Fashion Talent Awards! It is that time of the year when budding new designers are chosen and presented by Preview Magazine. Each of them has to make a 6-pc collection for exhibit.:)

5 Students from Preview Partner Schools (Slims, SOFA, FIP):

1) Pristine de Guzman - With the aerodynamics of sports cars as inspiration, she brings air movement into her collection through geometric design elements of the garments.
2) Geoffrey Zordilla - played with various tints and shades to portray the flow of sea waves in his dresses.
3) Bea Samson - exhibits a life in transit as she captured images of city lights and moving vehicles and used these as a print for her handiwork.
4) Kevin del Poso - merges the static and the movement of photography in the dresses he created.
5) Tony Evan - made an oriental-themed collection with textures and shapes reminiscent of dragons, lanterns and salmon roe.

5 Up-and-Coming Designers:

1) Alexandra Cheng - combines stillness and movement with a hint of androgyny in her collection.
2) Marian Zara Madayag - Artful designs, with curve lines and attractive prints.
3) Bien Santiago of Yuminum Bikinis - introduced the movement of wind into her swimwear.
4) Adante Leyesa's creation feature Philippine wildlife.
5) Neeresh, Sureen and Reshnee Bhagwandas aka the DAS sisters behind the shoe brand that featured butterfly designs for this preview collection.

Congrats Preview for a successful event! So proud of our new designers too!:) 

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