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Be confident to step your best foot forward with versatile shoe pieces from MIA. Turning every minute into a catwalk moment is as easy as slipping on a stylish pair of MIA wedges, flats and slides.

Incorporating craftsmanship with comfort, MIA has set the bar high for footwear standard since 1976. Its latest collection features innovative and practical designs that let women swing easily from casual to trendy to corporate to party and back again. 

While adding attitude into every ensemble, MIA lets you be yourself without the glitch. The MIA girl in you will definitely find a one-of-a-kind pair that will satisfy your keen eye for detail.

Choose to go safe and sexy with MIA’s white Suri T-strap wedges. Its Deziree slingback wedges, on the other hand, are perfect for smartly reinforcing elegant vibes. Channeling your diva persona needs no sweat with MIA’s chocolate  Donella fringe sandals and black Milos leather slides.

Laidback outfits will surely find their best pal in Giselle and Cythia’s intricately accessorized slip-ons available in black, brown and white. Meanwhile, MIA’s yellow multi-colored Genie sandals can spice up any dull get-up in a breeze. Also available in brown, the Genie sandals can work up plain denims and other similar basic pieces. Consequently, MIA’s Brite Snake sandals dare women to be bold and different with its snake skin-inspired straps in multi color and black.

Power up your wardrobe in style. Be a MIA girl now.  

MIA is exclusively distributed by Rustan Commercial Corporation and is available at Rustan’s Makati, Shangrila, Alabang, Gateway, and Cebu.

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Be the next trendsetter through innovative pieces from Nicole Miller. Carefully combining edge and elegance, the innovative designer’s latest collection crosses norms in head-turning style.

Featuring emotional pieces that have individual voices, Nicole Miller’s new masterpieces feature breakthrough perspectives in modern femininity. Traditional drapes and cuts were transformed into accents summoning an appeal that just exudes sexiness. 

Spirited styles spell Nicole Miller. The collection takes inspiration from playful slouches and wraps imbibing contrasts between relaxation and control. Often the first in introducing new fabrics, Nicole Miller raises the bar higher. Its latest offerings put emphasis on sensuous fabrics and refined prints.

Nicole Miller’s must-have collection mixes bright tones of pomegranate, mango, pineapple, papaya and avocado with that of darker notes of coffee, tamarind, black, gray and khaki.   The brand’s dresses and eveningwear are wrapped with stretch to give the body more focus. The pieces also come with deep color hand-drawn signature prints that don’t fail to add drama and class. 

When you don’t want to conform, Nicole Miller is the way to go.

In the Philippines, Nicole Miller is exclusively distributed by Rustan’s Commercial Corporation and is located at Rustan’s Makati and Rustan’s Shangri-la.

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For her Holiday 2009 collection, designer Hindy Weber-Tantoco took inspiration from the inner ferociousness of every woman. Covetous peek-a-boo bondage dresses, frocks adorned with leatherette, lace tights and studded jersey pieces are inarguably sexy and forthcoming, but Hindy managed to transform them into chic and elegant pieces.  The sartorial creations perfectly compliment the ethereal form of a woman, hugging every curve, and sensually showcasing parts that utter come-hither.

A film by up & coming filmmaker, Christian Acuna, also gave guests an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the glamorous shoot that took place days earlier.  It mirrored the tone of the night – sultry and mysteriously provocative.

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What better way to launch a tantalizing collection than to throw a “Culte Crazy 09.09.09” party at Members Only.  The sultry appeal of the space as well as the exclusivity that Members Only offers, jived perfectly with the feel of Culte Femme’s Holiday 09 collection

Ace fashion lens man Mark Nicdao captured the spark of these alluring women whose portraits were the backdrop for the Culte Crazy 09.09.09 night. 

The event also showcased muses wearing the latest from Culte Femme’s holiday collection. Beautiful Crickette Tantoco with her new modern hairdo, stylish & sultry Kat Lobregat, sexy and sweet Dina Tantoco, gorgeous Bea Tantoco, elegant & statuesque Catherine Huang, luminous Kathy Huang, hip & pretty Krie Lopez, and radiant & blooming Margs Lopez were in full support as they represented the Rustan family muses.  

Also sashaying around Members Only were the Culte Femme muses all gorgeous and dazzling: Anne Curtis, Anne Arcenas Gonzales, Bea Constantino, Bianca Zobel, Celine Lopez, Daphne Osena Paez, Ines Lobregat, Loralee Baron Soong, Michelle Francisco, Pam Quinones and. Rachelle Wenger.

Young Accessories designer Tara Soriano who collaborated with Hindy for the hand-hammered, brushed brass pieces in lace, corset patterns.

The scene was set for a stellar night as the A-list crowd filled with fashionistas and insiders drank their Grey Goose martinis and mingled around.  Light boxes spread about Members Only showcased Hindy’s favorite styles of the cult favorite Melissa shoes, featuring styles by iconic designers Vivienne Westwood, Alexandre Herchovitch and famed architect Zaha Hadid.  The label has established itself as a brand that breaks fashion grounds with comfort and style in mind, perfect for every fierce femme.  As the mood of the night settled in, pole dancers decked out in gold mesh leotards with full head masks left guests speechless and in awe.  As they spun around and did their tricks, they oozed with eroticism straight out of the beginning of a James Bond film. Adding drama to the night was a female impersonator, Jasmine Pringles, who lit up the stage as she portrayed Lady Gaga. 

Top models Raya Mananquil, Ornusa Cadness, Lou Munoz and Jessica Yang moved about the space wearing Hindy’s studded jersey dresses that screamed punk rock elegance. 

Host Sanya Smith led the evening’s ceremonies with her oozing rock goddess appeal and cat purrs, while being escorted by Eric and Pablo, two “bad-boy” models in bondage get-ups.    

Culte Femme is available exclusively at Rustan’s Makati, Edsa Shangri-La, Alabang Town Center, and Cebu.

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The birth of a fashion icon is captured on film through Coco Avant Chanel, one of the year’s most celebrated films in and beyond the fashion industry. Coco Avant Chanel chronicles the young Parisian couturier Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel’s training years – her journey from modest beginnings as an orphan to eventually successfully weaving herself into the French elite through her exceptional personality and vision.

Coco Avant Chanel features the glorious French backdrop meshed with the luxurious fashion of the time. Faithfully depicted all throughout is Chanel’s revolutionary “less-is-more” approach to style. Chanel is best known for having broken all the fashion rules early on in her career, with her modern style outlook and slightly masculine aesthetic. She made famous tweed jackets and trousers, form-fitting little black dresses, and a subdued palette preference for black and white for women at a time when ladies were wore corsets, flap dresses, and colorful ensembles.

Through the collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s current Creative Director, this Anne Fontaine independent film was given rare access to archives and was lent elusive pieces from Chanel’s personal collection of apparel and fine jewelry.

Featuring acclaimed international actress Audrey Tautou who plays the elegant Coco, Tautou is likewise the newest face behind the world’s best selling and most successful fragrance in history, Chanel No.5.

In 1921, Coco launched Chanel No. 5, her first-ever fragrance. Today after 88 years since its inception, it continues to be the world’s most legendary scent, and remains the company’s most famous perfume.

In line with this, Rustan Commercial Corporation – the official and exclusive distributor of Chanel cosmetics and fragrance – will host a series of exclusive Philippine previews this month, made possible through the support of the French Embassy, The Peninsula Manila, Mandarin Oriental Suites, Moet and Chandon Champagne, Gateway Cineplex, and Rockwell Powerplant Cinema.

To gain access to this velvet-rope movie screening event, simply purchase P3,500 worth of Chanel products in any Rustan’s Department Store, and you will automatically receive two tickets to Coco Avant Chanel at the schedule specified in the ticket. This promo will run from October 10 to 15, 2009 with Rustan’s giving away 300 complimentary passes.

The brilliant portrayal by Tautou had garnered her raves from critics the world over – capturing Coco’s muted aggression and unapologetic discernment for elegance. In conjunction with the movie, Tautou’s much-talked-about Chanel No. 5 commercial was also recently revealed where she reunites with her Amelie director Jean-Pierre Jeunet. Tautou is the latest to join elusive roster of Chanel No. 5 muses including the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Catherine Deneuve, and most recently, Nicole Kidman.

Chanel No. 5 was a revolutionary scent, the first perfume to evoke the true woman’s unique and individualistic personality. In an era where perfumes were floral and pretty, Chanel wanted a perfume that reflected strength and character, without losing her femininity.

Chanel No. 5 is exclusively distributed by the Rustan Commercial Corporation and is available in all  Rustan’s Department Stores: Makati, Shangri-La Plaza Shopping Mall, Gateway, Alabang, Robinsons Place, and Ayala Center Cebu.

Last August 1-2, Manila’s chic and fashionable converged at Rustan’s Makati to join Melissa Philippines as it celebrated Melissa’s 30th anniversary as a global fashion icon. Since its arrival in the Philippines in 2007, this fashion forward footwear brand has drawn rave reviews from local fashionistas for its unique, cutting-edge, and avant-garde designs.

At the venue, a photographic timeline showcased Melissa’s rich 30 year history.

Pictures of Melissa’s past collaborations with respected fashion icons such as

Thierry Mugler and Jean Paul Gaultier were on display, as well as snapshots of past, present, and future Melissa designs.

Visitors were also treated to a sneak peek at Melissa’s upcoming styles for Fall Winter 2009. For this collection,

Melissa again collaborates with the iconic Vivienne Westwood, respected architect Zaha Hadid, and Egyptian design guru Karim Rashid. These new designs are scheduled to be released to the market this September 2009. Select Melissa fans were also able to enjoy free perks such as Melissa keychains and a souvenir photo at the event.

In the span of 30 years, Melissa has grown from its humble origins as a fisherman’s sandal in Brazil to become a truly recognizable global brand.

Melissa is available in Culte Femme Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Tower and Rustan’s Alabang Town Center. To learn more about Melissa, please visit their website at http://www.melissaphilippines.com or email marketing@istilacompanhia.com

Developed by F J Benjamin and launched in Singapore in year 2002, RAOUL is undoubtedly one of the fastest-growing fashion brands in Asia. Introduced as a men’s shirt brand it soon made a name for itself in the competitive menswear market with boutiques mushrooming across the region. The brand quickly evolved to include a women’s line in 2005 along with a comprehensive collection of leather goods and accessories.

Evoking ultimate lusciousness RAOUL reinforces its position as the leader in accessible luxury – offering quality, style and innovative fashion at its best value. 

Innovative, stylish and luxurious defines RAOUL. And so it continues to mold the styles of men and women into an elegant and carefree fashion. Exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., RAOUL ushers in the latest collection for Fall Winter 2009, and brings with it its effortless style alongside a palette that has set it apart season after season.

RAOUL Ladies

Classic and whimsical, this woman is spontaneous. She wants to be taken seriously, wants to seduce and be pampered all at once. This is the RAOUL ladies Fall-Winter 2009 collection – expressing sophisticated fashion sense with a bohemian twist. The collection exudes a rich Parisian attitude, and tribute was made to YSL with a swanky tweed pantsuit.

Rich colors, paisley and jewel prints, lace and fur dominate the collection. Vintage “hippie” looks entwined with modern style and high fashion result in a collection of revamped classic looks with seasonless designs. The lady charms with evening wear that is effortlessly put together with modern relevance.

RAOUL’s signature shirts and shirt dresses are reworked in printed silk chiffons and satins, as well as metallic coated lace. Distinctive details are added, such as bold collars, pleats on sleeves and ribbon-tied cuffs that accentuate feminine flair. Uniquely printed chiffon blouses give a relaxed feel and express individualism and fashion forwardness. The 80’s inspired shoulders add sculpture to dresses and jackets.

To establish the look of elegance, rich and luxurious furs, tweed and boucle fabrications such as silk chiffon and satin, liquid jersey, and metallic coated lace are used together with the colors of terracotta, plum, purple, teal and navy – anchored by brown, grey and black. Eye-catching accessories come in the form of black, white and transparent Resin bangles, Swarovski pearls and diamante necklaces, open-toe heels with ruffles, T-bar wedges, pumps with leather pleats and “Royalty” bags in calfskin, lasered leather-lace and chain embellishments.

RAOUL Men

Drawn from the decade of the bigger and bolder, the 80’s was the inspiration for RAOUL Men this season. The mood is strong and emphasis is given to the shoulders with details such as pleats, folds and extra fabrication to create the distinctive look. Shirts are tapered at the waist for a fitter profile. Colors are rich and bold – purple, ink blue, maroon with black and grey. Paisley print is the key pattern.

RAOUL suits are offered in the collection for the first time. Merino-wool is used for the luxe factor and is reflective of the opulent decade when power suits and jackets were the key items to complete every outfit

In the Philippines, Raoul is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is available at Greenbelt 5.

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