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Enjoy a Happy Summer at Discovery Shores Boracay

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It’s never too early to plan your summer escape! Dreaming of sun kissed days and cool summer nights? Discovery Shores Boracay’s “Happy Summer” Package includes luxurious accommodations in their Junior Suite, a complimentary buffet breakfast at Sands Restaurant, plus roundtrip boat and land transfers from the Boracay Airport in Caticlan.

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Discovery Shores Boracay’s “Happy Summer Package” is what daydreams are made of, designed to offer a truly unforgettably happy Boracay summer, with all the island’s wonders for you to discover at the seat of luxury and on the most magnificent beachfront this side of Paradise. At Discovery Shores Boracay, expect to have the time of your life, with the sun on your face, the cool wind whispering in your ears, the cool water at your feet, and powder white sand between your toes.

It’s all in your summer getaway bag at the special rate of Php8,888 nett per night, so plan your Happy Summer today! The “Happy Summer Package” is valid from March 1 to June 15, 2013. Rates quoted are valid per person based on twin sharing and inclusive of service charge and applicable government taxes. Children aged 7 and below are free-of-charge when sharing rooms with parents with no extra bed set-up required. Advance reservations are required and are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Conditions apply.

 

Discovery Shores Boracay was recently voted as one of the Top 25 Hotels in the Philippines and one of the Top 25 Luxury Hotels in the Philippines by TripAdvisor in its 2013 Travelers’ Choice® awards, and is cited among the Top 50 World’s Best Hotels and named the Top Island Hotel in Asia for 2013 by New York-based travel magazine Travel + Leisure.         

 

For inquiries and reservations, contact Discovery Shores Boracay at (+63 2) 720.8888 / (63 36) 288.4500 or visit discoveryhotels-resorts.com.

Discovery Suites, Discovery Country Suites Tagaytay, and Discovery Shores Boracay are owned and managed by The Discovery Leisure Company. 

Every Color, Everyday: Live in Havainas Color

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Looking around, it’s amazing to see a world so full of color and life. But all too often, we don’t realize that we are even more colorful and vibrant than the world around us. To say we live rich lives is an understatement; and to say that we are defined by just one color is an injustice. From feeling blue one day to being tickled pink the next, each day adds another colorful brush stroke to the amazing painting that we are. And with Havaianas, you can live life in full color both inside and out.

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Every Color, Everyday

Offering flip-flops in all the colors of the rainbow and then some, Havaianas understands that people live vividly hued lives. Human nature is dynamic, not static, and no one can be boxed in by just one color. As people live and love and move and act, they continue to add more layers to themselves – which are painted richer and brighter hues because of their experiences.

This summer, Havaianas invites you to celebrate life by embracing your vibrant and colorful self with the latest collection of new shades from the world’s most loved brand of flip-flops. This summer’s release of the now-ubiquitous Brazilian flip-flops features new colors for beloved Havaianas classics like Havaianas Top,

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Havaianas Top Mix,

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Havaianas Slim, Havaianas Brasil,

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Havaianas Brasil Logo,

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Havaianas Brasil Mix,

 

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and so much more the perfect companions to match every look, mood, or lifestyle as you continue to live summer every day of the year.

 

Soaking in the Summer State of Mind

Havaianas aims to celebrate different facets of individuality with its latest summer collection. Each color in the Summer 2013 collection encourages people to live life in full color both inside and out by embodying certain attributes that make each and every person unique. Aside from classic White and Black, other stunning colors such as Amazonia, Marine Blue, Fuchsia and Lime Green are perfect for expressing your inner self through comfortable, and simple yet stylish flip-flops.

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Havaianas believes that summer is not just a season – it is a state of mind that allows you to live freely and expressively, by embracing the many millions of colors that create the canvas of our lives. With the many styles and colors on offer, it allows you to make a strong or subtle fashion statement whether you’re stepping out to do groceries, digging your feet into the sand on a sunny beach or getting ready for a laid-back dinner or glamorous night on the town, there is a pair of Havaianas that is perfect for everybody, every day and every occasion.  Whatever your mood, you can always count on Havaianas to be your constant style companion this summer, because you deserve to live a colorful and exuberant life.

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So this summer, live life in full Havaianas colors and express your colorful self both inside and out by grabbing a new pair of Havaianas in any of its exciting new colors!

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Experience the summer vibe that never goes out of style with the world’s favorite rubber flip-flops brand, Havaianas. Take part in the Havaianas story and grab a pair now, available in Metro Manila at All Flip-Flops, Celio, Complex, Duty Free Philippines Fiesta Mall, J&S Surf Shop, KidSports, Manila Polo Club, Nail Spa, Ocean Front, Plana Forma, ROX, Rustan’s, Stoked, Tick Tock Flip Flop NAIA Terminal 3, and Urban Athletics. For provincial outlets, visit www.havaianas.com.

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Journey Into Summer Getaway

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IT’S TIME FOR A SUMMER GETAWAY WITH RUSTAN’S

It really is more fun in the Philippines as Rustan’s helps you get to your ideal destinations within our country with summer getaways! From shopping bags to travel tags, get ready to make this summer totally unforgettable with Rustan’s Journey Into Summer back-to-back promotions. Rustan’s celebrates the Spirit of Summer through travel and no vacation is complete without the best fashion selections from the world over.

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Getaways are made even more chic with Rustan’s bright, bold and beautiful prints that complement the season. Find your travel essentials from the latest colorful collections of Rafe. U Girls, Maaji and Bikini Lab also offer fashionable ensembles for lounging under the sun. 

On a relaxed day out, DVF’s printed dresses and Trina Turk’s tailor fit pieces make for a great choice, while summer evenings are more elegant with top designs from Tadashi Shoji and Christian Louboutin.

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Homegrown labels Criselda Lontok, Jill and Luna also showcase their new prints that can be matched with bags from Coach and shoes from Sofft. Men, on the other hand, are also in for the latest look with the trendiest ensembles from Faconnable and Pedro del Hierro.

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And to make your shopping even more exciting, Samsonite will give out their iconic bags for free just by shopping from March 15 to April 15. 

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Choose between a foldable Samsonite Tote Bag or Duffle Bag with a minimum single receipt purchase of P10,000; or get the Samsonite Headline Backpack when shopping a minimum of P50,000; and even receive the most sought after Samsonite 55cm Cosmolite Blue with a P100,000 purchase. Get even better deals if you’re PNB or Allied Bank Credit Card holder – receive the mentioned Samsonite freebies for only a minimum purchase of P9,000, P45,000 and P90,000.

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And it doesn’t stop there! For a minimum single receipt purchase of P3,000, Rustan’s shoppers and loyal clienteles have the chance to be one of the lucky winners of exciting getaways to the most exclusive resorts in the country. In partnership with Philippine National Bank, 24 lucky winners will get the opportunity to bask under the bright sun and enjoy some R&R at El Nido, Palawan; The Farm at San Benito; Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa; and the District; or roll out a brand new 3-piece set Samsonite luggage.

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The grand raffle will be on May 9 at Rustan’s Department Store Makati, and deadline for submission of entries is April 30. Just present your receipt for validation to the nearest concierge at the participating store where your purchases were made. Do your shopping now and convert your purchase into Samsonite gear or just maybe, into the vacation you’ve been waiting for. 

Participating stores for the Journey Into Summer Getaway Raffle are Rustan’s Department Store Makati, Shangri-La, Alabang, Gateway, and Cebu; Rustan’s Red Tag Outlet Store; and Rustan’s brand stores in Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila 

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Havaianas Summer 2013

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Heart2Heart visited the headquarters of Havaianas Philippines

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Ejohn introduced the new collection of Havaianas – some of which are available already in stores and some still upcoming this year

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I love the reception of the office!!! The christmas decors are so simple, yet unique and so attractive

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my favorite decor – the Rustan’s christmas tree 🙂

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Visitors of Chef Javs at Cibo

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Thank you to all those who visited Javs during his summer job at Cibo!  Yesterday was his last day at work as he goes back to school next week.  Thank you Gaita, Eunice and the Cibo team for taking care of Chef Javs!  He really enjoyed working with all of you!   

 

Javier’s cousin, AJ! with Mommy Marivic having Salmon 

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Lolo, Lola, Tito Boni and Tita Rose, Ninang Maricar and Mischka come over for lunch

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Tita Krie 

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Here he is excited to make his pizza at home ala Cibo style 🙂

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All Out Style Only at Rustans

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Embrace the warm weather and go out in style with Rustan’s Private Labels as they feature the hottest trends to make you stand out anywhere you go.

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Vibrant and youthful parts of Ibiza, fields of lavender in Provence, the blues of the Mediterranean- Capri, the art movements of Barcelona. Jojie Lloren has come up with a collection inspired by summer destinations and used the key looks of the 60s for Jill & Luna’s Summer 2012 Collection. He played with details that compliment the female form and used combinations of breathable woven and knitted fabrics in bright, cheery colors and prints that make you feel young and vibrant.

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Famed designer Criselda Lontok on the other hand showcases her take on bold color and print frenzy. She brings the cheery and colorful mood of the season with an array of prints in sophisticated styles. The collection is for the woman who wants to wear something on trend, but with timeless cuts she can choose to wear to a different occasion with a play on accessories. Looking good is great, but looking good with flair is even greater – that is CRISELDA.

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As fashion flashes back to 1950s this season, Rustan’s Culte Femme offers their hand-picked favorites inspired by this era. This summer is all about the ease of dressing reminiscent of hazy summer road trips and fantasy lifestyles. Our fierce femme is still very well put together with throw-on dresses or sophisticated separates with a slightly bi-polar look of femininity and androgyny. Whether your summer self calls for pretty pastels to pop brights – take your pick!

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That classic modernity is the focus of Oleg Cassini Ladies’ collection. We present a polished and clean silhouette with a selection of “easy elegant ” tops, bottoms and dresses done in knit jerseys and silk blend woven fabrics. The pure modernity of these pieces is best featured with our classic neutral palette of beige, off whites, nudes and blacks done in modern abstract patterns and prints.

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The latest collection of U for boys and girls is inspired by the international “music and arts festival” culture and look imbibed by festivals such as the famous Coachella. The look is composed of relaxed, loose fit silhouettes as well as summery pastels, checks and prints. A combination of lightweight materials were used perfect for the season such as mesh, cotton, lightweight chiffon, steering away from the typical tanks, shorts and tees for a more fashionable take on summer wear.

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Pregnancy is truly a wonderful and exciting time for expectant moms but it can also be quite overwhelming. For Summer 2012, Rustan’s Belle Mama is all about fresh, modern and clean looks. Belle Mama strives to offer the very best and latest in maternity fashion. We bring you the latest looks for the season and feature new and stylish maternity wear. Whether you are showing off your belly bump or post-baby bodies, we have versatile pieces that give you the confidence to go out knowing you look your best for any occasion.

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This season, bring fun and style together with amazing choices only from the country’s premier retailer, Rustan’s.

For more fabulous choices, visit Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Shangri-La, Rustan’s Gateway, Rustan’s Alabang Town Center and Rustan’s Cebu. 

 

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The Natori Aesthetic Spring Summer 2012 Collection

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Discover the newest addition of Josie Natori Ready-to-Wear Spring/Summer collection as it opens its first boutique in Manila!  Feminine, expressive, seductive and with a true essence of glamour—these sum up the Ready-to-Wear collection of Josie Natori.

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The launch of Josie Natori’s Ready-to-Wear collection in Rustan’s takes fashion to new heights with its intricate and hand-finished details, which can be said as the ultimate expression of the art of Natori. The most opulent fabrics, complemented by the most dramatic silhouettes make for an unmatched transformation.

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The collection embodies the spirit of the lotus, a symbol of beauty and optimism, and truly captures the essence of what the designs are all about. With a look back to the French colonial past of Indochine, Josie Natori Ready-to-Wear Spring/Summer 2012 collection moves forward into the next season with vibrant hues and modern silhouettes. The collection evokes the gentle shapes and grace of the Indochine women, captures the textures and energy of the busy Vietnam streets and awakens the colors and prints of the decorated pagodas and temples. 

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Modern and refined, this ready-to-wear collection was made with a Natori state of mind. Providing women with the chance to be able to move effortlessly from day to night, the collection boasts of designs that will take your breath away. With signature prints, rich colors and Eastern details, the collection is easily illustrated as versatile, timeless, unexpected and yet, always feminine.

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Layered up or down, Josie Natori’s Ready-to-Wear Spring/Summer 2012 collection is truly elegance at its best.

 

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The new Josie Natori RTW boutique is located on the 2nd floor, Ladies section Rustan’s Makati and in Rustan’s Shangri-La Mall. For more information, you may call Rustan’s Makati at 813-3739 or Rustan’s Shangri-La at 633-4636 or 50.

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Smart infinty Summer Celebration 2012

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Thank you to Smart Infinity for hosting a great summer party 

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In cooperation with our good friends, Mykie and Keiko.  The theme was cowboy 🙂 

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Great offers from Smart Infinity being explained by Julie Carceller 

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Great packages offered by Smart Infinity 

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And watch out for the coming of the Phantom of the Opera!!!!! 

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