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Tory Burch Tote

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 Tory Burch is pleased to offer a special gift for its customers at the newly opened Tory Burch Rustan’s Makati boutique. For every P25, 000 spent on regular price items, customers will receive a limited edition gift – a tote bag in a fun Tory Burch cheetah print. The offer is valid from November 17 to December 4, 2011.

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Celebs Dressed to Thrill in Gucci

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 Renowned worldwide for its fashion authority, Gucci has always been associated with quality Italian craftsmanship and luxury. That’s why it’s no wonder why we always spot Hollywood celebrities donning the latest creations from this fashion power house whether they are on the red carpet or out and about.

Singer Keri Hilson was spotted in New York as she got her pretty-girl-rock on in sky pumps, skinny jeans, gold layered necklaces and hair done to perfection. Keri rocks out the whole outfit with the Gucci Gucci ‘Seventies’ large tote bag from the Fall/Winter 2011 Collection. This bag features pied-de-poule pattern print, brown leather trim, and the green/red/green signature web which goes down the middle.

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At the 2011 Teen Choice Awards held at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City California, Blake Lively was spotted wearing a dress from Gucci Cruise 2012 Collection. She played up her summer tan and blonde locks with this marigold soft nappa leather short sleeved belted knee length dress which perfectly hugged her every curve.

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Olivia Wilde was spotted at the UK Premiere off ‘Cowboys & Aliens’ held at the Cineworld 02 Arena in London, England wearing look 31 from Gucci Fall/Winter 2011-2012 Collection. With red lipstick and bumped up hair do, Olivia sexed up this classic black polka dot printed silk chiffon gown with white polka dot bow detail and lack lizard belt with gold square buckle.

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Gucci’s Creative Director Frida Giannini, holds the reins of one of Italy’s most powerful fashion houses. Dressed stylishly sophisticated in black, Frida wowed the crowd with a silk crepe column Gucci dress at the W.E. Premiere during the 68th Venice Film Festival. Her dress features asymmetric draped neckline embellished with gold and transparent crystals which perfectly accentuated the dress. She kept her hair and make-up simple and paired her look with black python high heeled evening sandals and black stingray clutch.

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Model Natasha Poly also attended the W.E. Premiere at the 68th Venice Film Festival. The Russian model grabbed the spotlight in a beautiful begonia hued silk chiffon scarf gown; look 41 from the Gucci Fall Winter 2011-2012 Collection. The blonde beauty looked ethereal in the key-hole cut-out and belted waist dress with several sheer floaty layers. She finished her look with gold python high heeled evening sandals and gold satin box clutch.

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Salma Hayek Pinault was spotted looking casual yet sensational as she took in the sights of the town with her family in Venice, Italy. She wore a simple LBD with a plunging neckline and completed her look with a medium top handle Stirrup bag in cuir ostrich which provided a nice contrast to her all-black ensemble. This luxe bag with stirrup detail is exquisitely crafted making it a timeless piece.

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In the Philippines, Gucci is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center and Rustan’s Tower Shangri-La Plaza Mall.

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Couture is Here

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Under the spell of 1970s jet set glamour, Juicy Couture reinstates head-to-toe dressing for Fall 2011. The collection finds endless possibilities in a magnetic mix of black, brights, furs and prints. Elevated attention to detail and texture ensures that outerwear and statement accessories will rule the season.

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West Coast prep goes international as cropped cardigans, silk blouses with dramatic bows and stretch twill skirts make a move to more sophisticated climes. Nautical stripes freshen the season’s tailored jackets, and playful polka dots add a bit of quirk to the classic trench.

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From French blossoms and poppy fields, to falling leaves and ribbon hearts, fall’s eye-catching patterns demand attention. An original “Lovebirds” print dress finds its match with a faux fur vest for a gypsy look as chic on the Left Bank as it is for Soho. Cropped or long, tailored Melton wool coats provide a stark contrast to the delicate silk dresses worn beneath. Leather-look denim adds an edgy complement to the soft peaches and pinks of washed silk chemise.

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Unstudied placement of the perfect accessory has long been a secret weapon to creating supremely chic style, and this fall, Juicy is armed with all the essentials — felt and mohair fedoras, oversized sunglasses, stretch beaded bracelets and T-strap heels. The Brentwood Prepster collection adds enamel chain and ribbon detailing to classic grosgrain stripes, while the leather Black Star collection nods to Juicy’s iconic turn-lock hardware.

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It is with great excitement, gold hardware and modern silhouettes, that Juicy announces its first haircalf handbag collection. Aptly named, this is Not a Test, the dark and luxe bags add just the right balance to any feminine look. Whether it’s a shoulder bag, a cross-body mini or carry-on duffle, take your pick of what promises to be among the season’s most coveted bags.

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About Juicy Couture

Juicy Couture is a glamorous, irreverent and fun lifestyle brand for the decidedly fashionable. Known for ascending the track suit to its status as a casual luxury icon, Juicy Couture continues to evolve, bringing the same confident, whimsical and feminine attitude to all its designs.

Founded in 1997 by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash Taylor, Juicy Couture was acquired by industry titan Liz Claiborne Inc. in 2003. Today, the global phenomenon offers an assortment that spans fashion apparel for women, girls and baby, handbags, shoes, intimates, swimwear, fragrance, accessories, jewelry, sunglasses and small goods.

The World of Juicy is growing and evolving at an unprecedented pace. Juicy Couture is available throughout North America in over 100 Juicy Couture and Juicy Couture Outlet stores, select department stores and online at JuicyCouture.com. Juicy Couture is also currently sold in retail destinations in 60-plus countries across Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

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In the Philippines, Juicy Couture is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati

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Menchu

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Happy Birthday to my Mom, my beautiful Mom!  This is sort of my tribute to her 🙂

I love these old photos of Mom…I am not sure if she is modelling for Rustan’s or she is just posing for the camera.  But Mom was definitely a very fashionable lady eversince…and surely a BEAUTIFUL one! scan_41117221545_1.jpgscan_41117221619_1.jpgyoung-travel-5.jpg

Mom is about to give birth to my eldest brother here, who would have known she was even pregnant!  I never looked like that when I was about to pop!   

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In this photo, she is also pregnant with me inside, again, who would have thought she was pregnant??  Mom had all of us one after the other, year after year except for Quito the youngest.  So every year she was pregnant for four years! 

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Mom always looking so prim and proper! 

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This I remember was a jewelry ad for Rustan’s!  Mom should have been a professional model but she only did it for Rustan’s. Truly beautiful!

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New Fashion Perspective

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The DKNY Fall Winter 2011 AD campaign shows a new perspective with a more sophisticated and dressed-up look for fall and went uptown with a downtown edge. 

Lensed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, the photos show the evolution and the different facets of a woman’s life and featured the New York City as the backdrop.

The lifestyle campaign is inspired by the power of a woman, the new lifestyle campaign depicts how the original aspiration of Rosemary 25 years ago has become today’s reality – a woman who is involved and makes a difference. The campaign also featured the backdrop, New York City. But instead of making the city anonymous, the photographers shot the city in a new light and gave it more individuality and personality through its architecture.

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In the Philippines, DKNY is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at, Greenbelt 5, Rockwell, Rustan’s Makati, 158 Designer’s Boulevard Alabang Town Center, New Port Mall.

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Metro Society Pays Tribute to a Filipino Icon with Jose ‘Pitoy’ Moreno A Tribute Gala

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 The local fashion scene holds true to its heart

Coming from the success of Metrowear Icon: Oliver Tolentino, Metro Society, once again, pays tribute to a Filipino talent and National Artist who has embodied Philippine fashion aesthetic with his intricate beadwork and hand-painted fabrics. In partnership with ABS-CBN, The Lifestyle Network and in cooperation with the Binibining Pilipinas charities, Metro Society is proud to present Jose “Pitoy” Moreno: A Tribute Gala.

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 Known worldwide as the Fashion Czar of Asia, Pitoy Moreno has been an inspiration to both much-admired and aspiring designers for over 50 years. He has dressed the most elegant women here and abroad yet still embracing, and staying true to, his Filipino roots. His muses from the early days who have become his close friends and most loyal clients include Toni Parsons, Stella Marquez-Araneta, Gloria Diaz, Tingting Cojuangco, Conchitina Bernardo, and Aurora Pijuan.

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Skilled at the art of creating formal Filipinianas such as splendid ternos with vertical butterfly sleeves and cinched waists and 19th century-inspired Maria Clara’s with shoulders draped by pañuelos, it is said that he has taken French fashion greats Pierre Balmain and Pierre Cardin by surprise when he presented a high fashion collection at a show staged by the Philippine embassy in Paris.

Pitoy has staged 43 (and counting) shows in every major city from Paris, Moscow, Rome, Madrid, New York, Hong Kong, San Francisco, Tokyo, Cebu, and Davao. Even with over 50 years of experience, he still maintains his old-fashioned lifestyle as he continues to receive daily clients without any office staff and keeping only five full-time sewers at his atelier.

The biggest fashion event of the year, the Metro Society Jose “Pitoy” Moreno: A Tribute Gala  is in celebration of the genius, artistry and creativity of the acclaimed Filipino designer. The show, to be held on the 21st of November at the Isla Ballroom of EDSA Shangri-La Manila, will feature over 100 pieces that encapsulate his exquisite collection of Philippine costumes, extraordinary couture gowns, and beautifully crafted ternos.

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For those interested in watching the Jose “Pitoy” Moreno: A Tribute Gala, tickets are available at P5, 000 each. Proceeds will be for the beneficiaries of the Lopez Group Foundation’s (LGFI) assisted community programs and projects. LGFI coordinates the Lopez Group’s corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on education, health and wellness, humanitarian assistance, livelihood, environment, and the promotion of Philippine arts and culture.

For donations and ticket inquiries, please get in touch with the LGFI secretariat staff, Monica Tan, at (02) 4496171; (02) 4900779; 09063318257

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Be Brave! Be Chic! Be A Woman!

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 This winter, the Sinéquanone woman will be wearing clothes that let her unique, multi-faceted style shine through bravely, without compromise. Elegant, nonchalant and refined? – Absolutely. Chic? Always! Taking the best bits of the perfect wardrobe, the creme de la creme, she’ll put them together in her own ultra-stylish, totally modern, way : 70s classics, 80s athletics gear, the tailored look that defined the 90s…

 An individual choice of clever combinations, subtle harmonies and measured mixes – this is a recipe for true style! She’ll casually drape furs over her shoulders. She’ll wear her maxi-dress, box-pleated skirt, or neat little suit and blouse, made only of the finest materials. She’ll create a thousand and one different looks by mixing cable sweaters or brightly coloured tops with her 2011 fashion favorite – the maxi-skirt! Because this winter, the Sinequanone woman loves her clothes long! You won’t often see her without her 70s floppy hat and flared jeans. Biker jacket, perforated dress, trousers – they’re all sure to be made of leather – an obscure object of desire that will remind us she has a rebellious side too! As for jackets – bomber-jackets, cosy, casual aviator jackets, made of luxury materials – they’ll add a surprising touch to a look that might otherwise seem a tad middle-class, a tad ‘safe’… If she’s aiming for all out chic, she’ll choose lipstick red, but she won’t ignore the blues or violets for all that, from the lightest, brightest of all, through to deepest cobalt, navy and nearly black. Two colours, once enemies, now the best of friends! And when she flashes her gold card it will be the perfect complement to all those warm browns, minks and hot chestnuts.

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In the Philippines, Sinequanone is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City, and SM Mall of Asia.

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AblazAblaze 2011 Artwear Exhibition Party

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“an exhibit that is tailor-made for those of us who have

always deemed fashion an art” -Jun Jun Ablaza

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 It’s amazing how Jun Jun takes us to a different world everytime we go to his events.  A very talented and creative artist!!  I wish Jun Jun could bring his talent to the States and to Europe so more people can appreciate his work!!!

Happy Birthday Jun Jun and More power to you!!! 

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Michael Kors on His Spring 2012 Collection

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Michael Kors on his Spring 2012 Collection: 

“NOW VOYAGER…MEMORIES OF AFRICA…THE RUSTIC MODERNISM OF THE LEBOMBO LODGE…AN EASY LAID BACK ATTITUDE…SOFT DJELLABAS AND CAFTANS…LANGUID PONCHOS AND CAPES…THE SLOUCHY WIND COAT…RELAXED SARONGS.…ARTISANAL TEXTURES… RAW BEAUTY…. DISTRESSED CASHMERE, LINEN, AND LEATHER WITH A LUXE SAVAGE EDGE…RUSTIC PATCHWORKS AND BOLD HAND DYING…EARTH TONES OF LIMESTONE, OLIVE AND CLAY…CREAMY TONES OF IVORY, IMPALA AND ANTELOPE…WARM SUNSET SHADES OF AMBER, SIENNA AND CINNABAR…GRAPHIC PHOTO REALISTIC ANIMAL PRINTS…RUGGED BOOTS AND SANDALS…OVERSIZED TRAVEL BAGS AND STRAPPY BELTS FINISH THE MOOD…AFRILUXEFor Spring 2012, Michael Kors takes us on a chic African safari. The American designer unveiled his Spring 2012 collection last September 14th at the Lincoln Center to a full house of fashion lovers from all over the world. In attendance were some of Kors’s most loved muses and supporters – Zoe Saldana, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Anna Wintour, among others – all dressed in Michael Kors. The show was also broadcast live via web streaming on the designer’s new online lifestyle platform, DestinationKors.com, as well as his Facebook fan page for the entire world to witness.Known the world over for chic and luxurious jet set dressing, Kors gives his classic sportswear some edge with tribal prints, bold tie-dye treatments, frayed edges, feathers, and python accents. Here are his hand-picked Top 5 looks from the collection:

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In the Philippines, Michael Kors is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati, The Power Plant Mall, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, and Newport Mall. 

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