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I am so glad i caught this French artisan personalizing leather goods at @lacoste.ph in @powerplantmall So many people were waiting in line and buying leather goods to be stamped.  @ssilifeph #lacosteph #ssilife #h2hssi#h2hpersonalize #h2hbespoke #h2hartisan

NEW TOMMY HILFIGER #WHATSYOURDRIVE EPISODE REVEALS

HOW LEWIS HAMILTON’S VALUES AND DETERMINATION INSPIRES FANS AROUND THE WORLD

Tommy Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], announces Together We Rise, the fifth episode of the #WhatsYourDrive documentary mini-series, which reveals the man behind British racing legend Lewis Hamilton, global brand ambassador for TOMMY HILFIGER men’s. The latest release is an intimate reflection on how Lewis Hamilton’s values and fearless determination inspire his global fans to go above and beyond their potential no matter the circumstances. Lewis Hamilton shared the new episode on August 28th through his official social media accounts, including YouTube, Instagram and Facebook, where he connects with more than 18 million fans.

The #WhatsYourDrive documentary mini-series shines a spotlight on Lewis Hamilton’s love of music and fashion, the values that guide him and his efforts to encourage others to relentlessly follow their dreams. This incredible will to succeed in all aspects of life inspires the next generation of TOMMY HILFIGER fans along the way. New episodes will be released in line with the races on the 2018 Formula One World Championship® Race calendar.

The #WhatsYourDrive series of episodes will also be available on the dedicated paddock page on tommy.com, a dynamic one-stop platform that celebrates Lewis Hamilton’s brand ambassadorship and Tommy Hilfiger’s strategic partnership with four-time Formula One® World Champions Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport, bringing together the latest campaign images, videos and collection looks.

Friends and followers of the brand are invited to join the conversation on social media using #WhatsYourDrive and the handles @TommyHilfiger and @LewisHamilton.

EPISODES:      Episode 5: Together We Rise

                        Episode 4: Powerful Beyond Measure

                        Episode 3: Still I Rise

                        Episode 2: Never Give Up

                        Episode 1: A Kid With A Dream

WATCH:           Lewis Hamilton: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube.

                             TOMMY HILFIGER: Instagram, Paddock.

In the Philippines, Tommy Hilfiger is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., and is located at Central Square in Bonifacio High Street Central, Greenbelt 5, Kiss & Fly – NAIA Terminal 3, Newport Mall, Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Shangri-La, and Rustan’s Cebu (childrenswear only). Visit www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.

SSI Group, 30 Years of the Curated Life

On its 30^th year, the SSI Group partners with one of the world’s leading banks, Citibank, to bring the Curated Life to every Filipino with rewarding shopping experiences and perks. With a retail network of over 600 stores and various retail format offerings, the SSI Group continues to make an impact on the lifestyle values of its consumers, by inspiring, enabling, indulging, and rallying them to live a life well-lived—a life that’s well-curated.

TOMMY HILFIGER CELEBRATES THE LAUNCH
OF THE TOMMYXLEWIS COLLECTION IN NEW YORK CITY

Tommy Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], celebrated the launch of the first Fall 2018 TommyXLewis collaborative collection in New York City. Designed by iconic American designer Tommy Hilfiger and British racing driver, four-time FIA Formula OneTM World Drivers’ Champion and global brand ambassador for TOMMY HILFIGER men’s, Lewis Hamilton, the collection embraces the brand’s sportswear roots, revisiting iconic classic American styles with Hamilton’s personal twist to every design inspired by his luxury street style wardrobe and his lucky number 44.

The event featured DJ Vashtie Kola and a special music performance by Travis Scott.

Hosted by Tommy Hilfiger and Lewis Hamilton, guests who attended the launch included Nicki Minaj, Hailey Baldwin, Winnie Harlow, Gigi Hadid, Christian ‘King’ Combs, Mabel McVey, Jasmine Sanders, Terrence Jenkins, Teyana Taylor, Lucky Blue Smith, Pyper America, Martha Hunt, Shaun White, Victor Cruz, Karrueche Tran, Dinah Jane, Saweetie, Justine Skye, Yolanda Hadid, Alessandra Ambrosio, Karolina Kurkova, Petra Nemcova, Maria Borges, Sara Sampaio, Devon Windsor, Neels Visser, Cindy Kimberly, Caroline Vreeland, Shea Marie, Bruna Marquezine, Julia Faria, Camila Coutinho, Michelle Salas, Mack Wilds, Johannes Huebl, Nicky Hilton, Rose Bertram, Kailand Morris, Elias Becker, Paris Brosnan, Brandon Thomas Lee, Lori Harvey, Hart Denton, Breah Hicks, Shiggy, King Bach, DJ Ruckus, Chris Tucker and Shanina Shaik, among others.

Nicki Minaj, Lewis Hamilton, Winnie Harlow, Tommy Hilfiger, Hailey Baldwin

Sarah Barthel, Shaun White

Hailey Baldwin, Gigi Hadid

NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 10: Gigi Hadid attends the TommyXLewis Launch Party at Public Arts on September 10, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Tommy Hilfiger)

NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 10: Christian Combs attends the TommyXLewis Launch Party at Public Arts on September 10, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Tommy Hilfiger)

About Tommy Hilfiger

With a brand portfolio that includes Tommy Hilfiger and Tommy Jeans, Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world’s most recognized premium designer lifestyle groups. Its focus is designing and marketing high-quality men’s tailored clothing and sportswear, women’s collection apparel and sportswear, kidswear, denim collections, underwear (including robes, sleepwear, and loungewear), footwear and accessories. Through select licensees, Tommy Hilfiger offers complementary lifestyle products such as eyewear, watches, fragrance, athletic apparel (golf and swim), socks, small leather goods, home goods and luggage. The Tommy Jeans product line consists of jeanswear and footwear for men and women, accessories, and fragrance. Merchandise under the Tommy Hilfiger and Tommy Jeans brands is available to consumers worldwide through an extensive network of Tommy Hilfiger and Tommy Jeans retail stores, leading specialty and department stores, select online retailers, and at tommy.com.

In the Philippines, Tommy Hilfiger is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., and is located at Central Square in Bonifacio High Street Central, Greenbelt 5, Kiss & Fly – NAIA Terminal 3, Newport Mall, Rustan’s Makati, and Rustan’s Shangri-La. Visit www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.

SSI Group, 30 Years of the Curated Life

On its 30th year, the SSI Group partners with one of the world’s leading banks, Citibank, to bring the Curated Life to every Filipino with rewarding shopping experiences and perks. With a retail network of over 600 stores and various retail format offerings, the SSI Group continues to make an impact on the lifestyle values of its consumers, by inspiring, enabling, indulging, and rallying them to live a life well-lived—a life that’s well-curated.

 Woohoo – shake !  shake ! shake ! We celebrated today ! @shakeshack is SHAKIN’ Manila in 2019 @shakeshackph @ssilifeph  #shakeshack #shakeshackph #ssilife#ssigroupinc #h2hssi We were in Baltimore so they have Old Bay seasoning in their condiment bar 🙂yum yum – the best cheeseburger ? is from @shakeshackShackBurger – Make sure it’s DOUBLE ?Cheeseburger topped with lettuce, tomato, ShackSauce 100% all-natural Angus beef. No hormones and no antibiotics ever. Our proprietary Shack blend is freshly ground. All burgers are cooked medium unless otherwise requested, served on a non-GMO Martin’s Potato Roll. Add lettuce, tomato, pickle or onion – your choice! with cheese fries ? or bacon cheese fries and a milkshake. Celebrating and shaking for @shakeshackph ? @ssilifeph #shakeshack #shakeshackph#ssigroupinc #ssilife #ssigroup #h2hssi#h2hburgers #h2hcheese  We’re Shakin’ Up Manila!  SHAKE SHACK Finally Hits Philippine Shores

New York’s critically-acclaimed, modern day “roadside” burger stand is coming to Manila. Shake Shack has partnered with SSI Group, Inc. in bringing Filipinos their first ShackBurger and more.

Known for its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers, chicken sandwiches, flat-top Vienna beef dogs, fresh-spun frozen custard, crinkle cut fries, craft beer, wine and more, Shake Shack has earned a cult following across America and all over the world. With its fine-dining heritage, commitment to real, premium ingredients, and fun and lively environment, Shake Shack is the burger joint Filipinos have been waiting for. “It is with great pleasure that we announce the partnership between Shake Shack Inc. and the SSI Group,” says SSI Group President Anton Huang. “This is a testament of our company’s vision of enhancing lives and providing only the best for the ever-evolving Filipino consumer. Celebrating our 30th anniversary this year makes the partnership with this well-loved global brand even more meaningful to us. Staying true to Shake Shack’s mission to Stand For Something Good, we, at the SSI Group, are committed to continuously enrich the lives of our customers by offering the most rewarding curated lifestyle experiences. With the arrival of Shake Shack in the Philippines, we are excited to be amongst the first in Asia that will be home to the renowned American casual restaurant chain.” Shake Shack Vice President of Global Licensing Michael Kark adds, “Manila is an incredible city; its heart beats with a distinct warmth and hospitality. We are excited to begin the search for our first site in Metro Manila and look forward to becoming part of this community.”

Shake Shack intends to work with local purveyors and producers to create a one-of-a-kind Shake Shack for the Manila community, in keeping with its mission to Stand for Something Good®. The Manila menu will feature Shake Shack’s signature items including the ShackBurger®, Shack-cago Dog®, classic crinkle cut fries, wine, and frozen custard ice cream.

Shake Shack will open its first store in Manila in the first quarter of 2019.

About Shake Shack

Shake Shack is a modern day “roadside” burger stand known for its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers, chicken sandwiches and fat-top Vienna beef dogs (no hormones or antibiotics – ever), spun-fresh frozen custard, crinkle cut fries, craft beer and wine and more. With its fresh, simple, high-quality food at a great value, Shake Shack is a fun and lively community gathering place with widespread appeal. Shake Shack’s mission is to Stand for Something Good®, from its premium ingredients and caring hiring practices to its inspiring designs and deep community investment. Since the original Shack opened in 2004 in NYC’s Madison Square Park, the company has expanded to more than 170 locations in 21 U.S. States and the District of Columbia, and more than 60 international locations including London, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Dubai, Tokyo, Moscow, Seoul and more. In its fourteen-year history, Shake Shack has been recognized with countless accolades, including Bon Appetite’s “The 20 Most Important Restaurants in America” (ranked #16), TIME Magazines “17 Most Influential Burgers of All Time” (ranked #7 for the ShackBurger) and winning “Best Burger” in 2007 and 2014 at the South Beach Wine and Food Festivals Burger Bash.

For more information, please visit: www.shakeshack.com or www.facebook.com/shakeshack

About SSI Group, Inc.

As the Philippines’ largest specialty retailer, the SSI Group has been at the forefront of the Philippine retail industry over the last 30 years.  The Group pioneered the introduction of globally recognized brands to the Philippine market in the 1980s and today is the partner of choice for the world’s best brands in the Philippines. The SSI Group’s retail network of more than 600 stores covers more than 129,000 square meters of retail space, allowing the Group to reach a broad range of Filipino consumers.  Through its brand portfolio and store network the Group seeks to inspire and enhance the lifestyle values of Filipino consumers and to cater to Filipinos’ evolving tastes and aspirations. In 2018, the SSI Group celebrates 30 years of inspiring shoppers to stand out, to define their own styles and to express themselves through their lifestyle choices.

Visit www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for information

Stradivarius presents its woman trends for autumn–winter 2018, which are established by the 80’s and 2000’s influences, the slightly deconstructed aesthetic and the rise of the feminine silhouette. This season, the retro style and tailoring gain importance, while utilitarian, sportive, and urban themes reinvent themselves to provide novelty.

ATHLEISURE UTILITY

This fashion extracts from the high-performance sports that will reset your winter wardrobe, and it couldn’t be more tempting.

The sportive trend that we’ve seen the last years evolve from a technical and utilitarian perspective: it is all about mountain sports now.

Gorpcore: This trend is based on mixing trekking and hiking items with urban clothes. Windbreakers, puffers, cargo pants, and mountain boots, are some of the key items of this movement.

Ski: The après-ski style runs down the mountains and settles in the cities, generating a new trend that goes beyond the traditional winter looks. Oversized volumes, multi-layering, and track suits become relevant.

HYPER-VINTAGE 

Vintage has never been this fashionable: back to boho with a young and funny attitude. This trend is an irreversible cocktail that brings back the urban style of the 90’s, the volume of the 80’s and the sartorial style of the 70’s.

Retro Academy: Get your uniform ready, find some pads and get into an 80’s corduroy suit. Tartan checks appear everywhere; applied to all kind of clothes, from miniskirts and trousers to jacket. Always with a touch of color to make it more youthful.

Retro Boheme: This feminine style transports us to the bohemian world of the 80’s, where floral prints are mixed with checks to get a more renovated image of this ambient. The cozy coat becomes indispensable for winter, emphasizing those made of fur and double-sided. SARTORIAL UTILITY

The sartorial trend seen in previous seasons evolve to a more 80’s aesthetic, where the shapes and volumes gain importance, without missing the sporty touch.

The track suit is the protagonist of this urban atmosphere, where the color charts get invaded of natural tones and the silhouettes are defined by adding layers and more layers of clothes and accessories.

Oversize suits and coats become relevant, as well as tight tricots with neck zip, and belt bags to get a sporty touch. DENIM

Denim recovers the urban inspiration of the 90’s in its purest essence. Volumes get wider, cuts are more refined and the carpenter pockets invade all items redefining the workwear style.

We incorporate new fits this season: wide leg, straight and mom, being the coolest basics for this winter.

In the Philippines, Stradivarius is exclusively distributed by International Specialty Wear, Inc., a member of SSI Group, Inc., and is located at Glorietta 2, SM Aura Premier, Megamall, and Shangri-La Mall East Wing. Visit https://press.stradivarius.com/ and www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.

SSI Group, 30 Years of the Curated Life

On its 30^th year, the SSI Group partners with one of the world’s leading banks, Citibank, to bring the Curated Life to every Filipino with rewarding shopping experiences and perks. With a retail network of over 600 stores and various retail format offerings, the SSI Group continues to make an impact on the lifestyle values of its consumers, by inspiring, enabling, indulging, and rallying them to live a life well-lived—a life that’s well-curated.

The Payless Fall 2018 Collection  Proves the Best is Yet to Come

Welcome your new footwear essentials. This season, Payless sheds the spotlight on variety, with styles that deliver both form and function. Take control with a pair of slingbacks or power pumps designed in collaboration with Christian Siriano, live without limits with oh-so-comfortable flats, or face adventure head-on with a trusty pair of sneakers. No matter your lifestyle, Payless’ fresh new arrivals are bound to serve up a perfect fit.

The Sophisticated Slingback

A style that is equal parts elegant and confident, the slingback is a shoe designed to turn heads. It’s equipped with all the best parts of a sandal––the towering heel and the polished appeal to complete even the simplest of outfits––only made more comfortable with a strap across the back of the ankle. Say hello to secure stepping and added ease! Keep with the trends and sport your slingbacks with a coordinated skirt suit, or keep it classic with a pair of cropped straight-leg jeans.If you’re on the hunt for a power shoe, let this silhouette be the answer to your pursuit. With a pointed toe and a high heel, the power pump has the ability to lengthen the leg and provide an extra height boost. It’s the kind of shoe women ought to be wearing while conquering the world. Turn the classic silhouette into something unexpected by opting for pumps with modern cut-outs, cross strap designs or a glittery finish, like the Payless styles Christian Siriano designed for the season.

The Fool-proof Flat

When the going gets tough, the tough reach for their most comfortable shoes. This season, Payless pushes a balance between form and function with a selection of stylish flats. If your style persona falls on the dainty side of the spectrum, go for a pair of ballet flats to complete your look. Don’t be fooled by the delicate bow detail; these trusty steppers are meant for walking. With a minimalist design, this shoe can match any outfit––feminine or masculine, skirt or pant, perfectly pared-down or decidedly flashy.The Lifestyle Sneaker

A closet staple all year round, the lifestyle sneaker is omnipresent in both the men’s and women’s collections––and this season is no exception. Athletic and oh so trendy, these shoes can go from being your gym buddy to being the cherry on top of your skate culture-inspired ensembles. Get in on the street style wave and sport them with high socks and ripped denims.

The Lace-up Brogue

A definite must-have in the modern gentleman’s wardrobe, the lace-up brogue provides the wearer with the best of both worlds. Straddling the line between casual and formal, this shoe has the potential to complement a diverse array of outfits. Choose a pair crafted out of canvas to finish off an everyday look. Feeling dressy? Elevate a button-down and smart trousers with tasteful leather brogues.

Don’t forget the kids!

This season, the little ones get a say in the footwear game, too. With footwear for every stage of growing up, Payless presents little girls with metallic Mary Janes for princess costume parties, colorful sandals for trips to the beach, and bedazzled sneakers and boots for their first taste of city gal style. Naturally, the boys get just as much fun! Expect to see easy-to-wear rubber-soled shoes in sleek, neutral shades, slip-ons for casual days out, and sporty sneakers that even grown-ups would covet.

Slip into these key footwear styles this season. Find your perfect pair at one of Payless’ 70 branches across the country!

PRE-FALL 2018: SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

Inspired by ever more fluid boundaries, Salvatore Ferragamo celebrates the rebirth of an icon for Pre-Fall 2018.

Effortless play with masculine feminine design is celebrated under the creative direction of Paul Andrew, paying homage to founder Salvatore Ferragamo, whose muses Katherine Hepburn and Greta Garbo inherently translate this timeless dichotomy. Youthful, active, cultured, dynamic, and quietly luxurious – these are the codes of the new  mocassin, whose metallic hardware is, for the first time, reversible from silver to gold finish, from matt to shiny – a continual thread of fluidity not only in form but function. The Double Gancini finds life in the modern creative – where the lines of Uptown and Downtown culture and style are seamlessly blurred.      High tech and high craft – the combination of technology and the all-Italian craftsmanship of the house gives way to the creation of a highly refined silhouette with an impeccable fit and level of comfort synonymous with the name Ferragamo. The tubular construction adds  a flexibility to the ultra-soft materials catering to the lifestyle of the Ferragamo woman and man.

Design Elements

Women: range from soft saddle painted calfskin to patent leather, one style studded on the upper and heel, in an unexpected range of colours.

 Men: calfskin, velvet or horse fur. The sole is an evolution of the original design with a robust rubber para.

Colours: Black, lipstick, vicuna, winter rose, gold and silver.

The collection  online at www.ferragamo.com.

Reversible Gancini Loafer

#FerragamoMoccasins

About Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A.

Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A. is the parent Company of the Salvatore Ferragamo Group, one of the world’s leaders in the luxury industry and whose origins date back to 1927.

The Group is active in the creation, production and sale of shoes, leather goods, apparel, silk products and other accessories, along with women’s and men’s fragrances. The Group’s product offer also includes eyewear and watches, manufactured by licensees.

The uniqueness and exclusivity of our creations, along with the perfect blend of style, creativity, and innovation enriched by the quality and superior craftsmanship of the ‘Made in Italy’ tradition, have always been the hallmarks of the Group’s products.

 In the Philippines, Salvatore Ferragamo is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., and is located at Greenbelt 4, Rustan’s Shangri-La, Rustan’s Makati, Newport Mall, and Solaire Resort & Casino. Visit www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.

SSI Group, 30 Years of the Curated Life

On its 30^th year, the SSI Group partners with one of the world’s leading banks, Citibank, to bring the Curated Life to every Filipino with rewarding shopping experiences and perks. With a retail network of over 600 stores and various retail format offerings, the SSI Group continues to make an impact on the lifestyle values of its consumers, by inspiring, enabling, indulging, and rallying them to live a life well-lived—a life that’s well-curated.

GUCCI DECOR EVOLVES WITH NEW STYLES AND PIECES

Gucci Décor brings the eclectic, romantic aesthetic of the House to life through a collection of furniture, furnishings and decorative items with which customers can dress their own spaces.

Rooted in Gucci’s magpie attitude to design, the pieces in the Gucci Décor Collection display a multitude of motifs now familiar from the House’s catwalk. The effect is one of a surprising, joyous combination of hue, pattern, and design, where there are no rules. Pieces of text make occasional appearances and the influence of the Gucci Garden lexicon is ubiquitous, with flora blooming abundantly and creatures appearing everywhere, whether on chairs, cushions or teapots. There is no intention here to prescribe a particular interior look, but instead, Gucci seeks to provide elements that allow for living spaces to be customized.


At the heart of this collection is a commitment to craft and the artisanal skill associated with Italian makers, as well as a desire to celebrate the rich culture of Italian art. This is epitomised in a series of handsome vases, decorated with House slogans and patterns, and with decorative snakes for ‘handles.’ The vases are produced by Richard Ginori, the renowned Florentine company founded in 1735. With access to the skills of this historic porcelain factory, Gucci has been able to develop a range of pieces that make use of difficult processes of ceramic firing that require manual adeptness and a high level of expertise. Many of Gucci’s ceramics also necessitate the use of hand-painting – the black snake handles on the vases, for example, require approximately five hours to complete.
Another new and important development is the arrival of a capitonné porter’s chair in coloured leather or velvet, with a drawer at the bottom, based on the high-backed and canopy-covered chairs used in England, and later in 16th–century France, in which servant gatekeepers used to sit in the entrances of great houses. This armchair is entirely made by Tuscan artisans and is characterised by its backrest, which gives it an ‘egg’ shape. It takes 28 hours to make the capitonné backrest, and 64 hours to complete the entire chair. The drawer in each model is upholstered with a Gucci jacquard fabric taken from previous House ready-to-wear collections.


As well as the vases, new additions to the ceramics include an expansion of the range of mugs and candle holders. New designs feature cats, a ‘stage-curtain’ image and a jewel pattern. Text- based designs also make an appearance, with the ‘Maison de l’Amour’ and ‘Urtica Ferox’ graphics in evidence. The new candle holders are larger than those that featured when the collection was launched. Three-dimensional snakes now materialise on the lids of the candle holders, the black ones requiring hand-painting. All these pieces augment Richard Ginori-made crockery that features the green-on-white Herbarium floral print, which now sees additional models added to the set (including plates, bowls, cups and saucers, jugs, a coffee pot, and a soup tureen).

In the Philippines, Gucci is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., and is located at Greenbelt 4, Shangri-La Plaza East Wing, and Solaire Resort & Casino. Visit www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.

SSI Group, 30 Years of the Curated Life

On its 30^th year, the SSI Group partners with one of the world’s leading banks, Citibank, to bring the Curated Life to every Filipino with rewarding shopping experiences and perks. With a retail network of over 600 stores and various retail format offerings, the SSI Group continues to make an impact on the lifestyle values of its consumers, by inspiring, enabling, indulging, and rallying them to live a life well-lived—a life that’s well-curated.