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Lexdray

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Sleek. Active. Designed with modern life in mind. Lexdray bags inspire adventure as much as they do practically. Genuine bags crafted are made for real life, real needs and real stuff. Founded on four core principles – function, style, quality, and innovation – Lexdray bags go beyond what you see on the surface.

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Function

Each element of a Lexdray bag has been created with a distinct need in mind – every pocket has been measured to hold specific items, every shoulder strap has been designed for total comfort.

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Style

The signature look of a Lexdray bag is equal parts modern and classic – a style that’s timeless and universal. Our bags complement your attire, wherever you may travel – from the beach to the boardroom.

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Quality

True utility is a result of quality materials and superior fabrications. By combining resilient fabrics and high quality hardware with clever design concepts, minimalist Lexdray bags are exceptionally performance driven and durable.lexdray-03.jpg

Innovation

Pushing the envelope isn’t just a means of being different, but a means of creating bags that really are smarter than the rest. Each of its designs is versatile, ergonomic, and lightweight.

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Lexdray is exclusively available at Rustan’s Makati and Alabang.

 

Hollywood’s Style Essentials

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World-renowned Italian luxury goods company, Tod’s, is a favorite among Hollywood’s finest. With Tod’s, Tinseltown’s style makers go from luxe to laidback.

Hollywood A-lister Halle Berry drenched the red carpet with her fashion sense as she wore Tod’s Lucy Pochette in Black Pony Hair at the Fifi Awards in New York.

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At Roland Garros,  Henri and Florentine Leconte were spotted wearing Tod’s Sun glasses.  Henri Leconte, a former French Tennis player  wore Tod’s Aviator Sun glasses with braided leather branches while Florentine Leconte sported Tod’s Resin Sun glasses.

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Italian top model and actress, Bianca Balti looked effortlessly chic as she was spotted in front of the Hotel Martinez in Cannes wearing Tod’s Iconic D-Bag and Gommini shoes.

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At the Los Angeles airport, ageless actress Demi Moore was seen carrying a Tod’s D-Bag Luxury in brown leather.

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International superstar, Michelle Yeoh wore an all Tod’s ensemble as she sported a Tod’s Jacket, Tod’s T-Bag,Tod’s D-Bag, Tod’s Sun glasses and sandals.

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Dressed in Tod’s Giovane boots and Tod’s Gommini Laccetto Jon Hamm, looked dapper while out in L.A.

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

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Julie in Lilly Pulitzer

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I was so happy to spend the day with Julie.  I wonder why she is blooming nowadays….hmmm….. 🙂 I asked to take her photo as proof and she is so funny, she posed beside the Infinity logo! Julie has been working for Smart Infinity for 12 years already now! So whenever I think of SMART, I think of her! She is the one responsible for spoiling all the Smart Inifinity subscribers and making sure they are pampered and receive the quality service they deserve

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Julie is really the batchmate of my younger sister and we bump into each other every now and then.  But I was happy to get to know more about her yesterday in the short time we spent together.  I am so entertained and amused by her and I enjoy being with her.  A very nice and warm person, very sensitive and very proper at all times!

Aside from all the nice things about Julie, I also like her because she loves Rustan’s, Starbucks and Golden Spoon!! 🙂  And here she is in full Lilly Pulitzer including the bags and shawl!  Love it!!!  Thanks Julie! 🙂

Previous entry:  Lilly Pulitzer A Colorful Life 

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Celebrity Brand Choice

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Miuccia Prada has always been regarded as one of the most sought after designers. Being one of the most famous and highly recognizable fashion houses in Europe, Prada has been popular with celebrities for decades.                            

Among the high street accessories that Prada comes out with every season, one of the most in demand is the Prada eyewear. Hollywood celebrity Eva Mendes was seen sporting the glamorous Prada Minimal Baroque sunglasses. With its eye-catching design, these frames are distinguished by Rococo design curlicues on the arms

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Celebrities are spotted carrying Prada bags on a daily basis.  Super model Miranda Kerr was spotted carrying the stylish Prada Fuchsia Striped Canapa Shopping Bag. This chic shopping bag is roomy to fill in one’s great finds for the day.

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In the Philippines, Prada is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is available at Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati.

 

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Moda Italia A Night of Finest Fashion

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When it comes to high fashion, Italy undoubtedly stands supreme. So when Rustan’s Department Store, Stores Specialists, Inc, and Metrobank Card Corporation collaborated to bring discerning Filipino consumers “Bella Patria! Beautiful Motherland!”,  it was a unique showcase of the very best when it comes to all things Italian. Exquisite fashion apart, the month long festival celebrated Italian food and wines, cosmetics and toiletries and items to beautify one’s home.

Having some of the top renowned fashion houses originating from Italy, it is no surprise that Italy is regarded as the pinnacle for global fashion. Hearing of cities such as Milan, Rome, and Florence, one quickly associates them as the home base of high-end fashion labels such as Gucci, Armani, Emilio Pucci, Prada, Salvatore Ferragamo and Bottega Veneta.

With an endless list of names that can influence and shape the direction of fashion, Italy definitely has it all. And Rustan’s and Stores Specialists, Inc. proved it houses only the best and finest in Italian fashion when – as part of Bella Patria! – it staged the “Moda Italia Fashion Show” at Greenbelt 4.

As they awaited the action on the catwalk,  guests were treated to a night of cocktails with red and white wine from Ralph’s Wines & Spirits, Santa Vittoria Mineral Water from Wine Depot, and an amazing assorted selection of Italy’s famous cold cuts, cheeses, and bread catered by Makati Shangri-la Manila.

The evening was certainly a night to remember as it was graced by people from different circles. Members of the Tantoco family who came together to witness this grand night include Ambassador Bienvenido Tantoco Sr., Hon. Bienvenido Tantoco Jr., Mike and Kathy Huang, Dina Tantoco, Chris Tantoco and Christian Tantoco.

Other noted guests who attended the night were Metrobank Card Corporation President Riko Abdurrahman, Italian Embassy’s 1stSecretary Dr. Alfonso Tagliaferri, Finland Ambassador Heikki Hannikainen and his wife Eleonora de Strobel-Hannikainen, French Ambassador Thierry Borja de Mozota, Indian Ambassador Yogendra Kumar, Greece Ambassador Polyxeni Stefanidou, , Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines’ president Armando di Rossi and Alessandro Abbate, Betsy Westendorp, Ramon and Silvana Diaz, Raymond Gutierrez, Patty Betita, and Riana Matera.

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Then came the night of fashion as models walked down the runway wearing the latest creations of Salvatore Ferragamo, Prada, Tod’s, Furla, Ermenegildo Zegna, Marlboro Classics, A/X Armani Exchange, Diesel, Bvlgari, Emilio Pucci, Coccinelle and Fendi and while donning the newest makeup looks from Dior.

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Rustan’s Italian Themed Home Decorating Workshop

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Rustan’s Celebrates Bella Patria! With Italian Themed Home Decorating Workshop

Exquisite taste and beauty embodied the very special workshop that was held at Rustan’s last Thursday, June 30, 2011.  In celebration of the Rustan’s Italian Festival, Bella Patria! Beautiful Motherland, the workshop revolved around the lovely style of three outstanding personalities, Nena Vargas Tantoco, Daphne Oseña Paez and Leif- Erik Hannikainen. This workshop was a journey throughout Italy as the three personalities put together Italian themed table settings with their individual sense of style.  Nena Tantoco’s table setting was a Tuscan approach with the trees and colors and the cheese. Daphne Oseña Paez’s was more of a Naples approach with a lot of items inspired by the sea and Erik Hannikainen’s was inspired by a “Northern Italian” Feel.

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The table setting of Nena Vargas Tantoco exemplified her personality as it showcased a playful yet caring character. Her table setting was furnished with San Marco Plates and Ceramics, OVO  chairs and plate holders, Rustan’s Home, Candles, Napkins, Table Runner, IVV Glasses, and Tramontina Utensils. Her table setting typified a motherly persona as she mixed a lot of earth colors and green plants. The overall ambiance sets feelings of familial warmth and comfort. The playful tone of the setting livens up any room as it manifests the childlike quality of Nena Vargas Tantoco.

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The table setting of Daphne Oseña Paez personified her great fashion sense and style. The San Marco Ceramic plates, Herdmar Utensils, Daphne Furnitures, Pescarissi Art Deco, Murano Chandelier and Candleholders, Luigi Bormioli wine glasses, Hotel Line teacups and OVO Seashells were indeed a statement of her chic and stylish approach of decorating. Daphne’s furniture line, which is available at the home division of Rustan’s was showcased at her table setting. Guests and workshop attendees indeed appreciated the brand for its remarkable and distinctive beauty.

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The table setting of Leif- Erik Hannikainen illustrated his excellent taste. The overall impact of exquisite crystals, glasses and a mirrored table epitomized world class grandeur and beauty. Erik mixed brands in achieving an Italian themed table setting with Ego Glassware, San Marco Ceramics, Rogaska Clear Bowl, San Marco Ceramics, Cote Table glasses, Robbe & Berkin Salt Cellar, Luigi Bormioli & Rogaska, Richard Ginori plates, IVV centerpiece bowl and vase, Bourgie lamp, Magppie Ice bucket, Wine Cooler, Cocktail Shaker, Lagostina utensils and Bugatti Racing Car Model with Jayland Gasoline Pump.

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This workshop by Rustan’s was certainly a testament of beauty and style, the Italian way.  De Longhi coffee stations were overflowing with excellent coffee and cappuccino for all the guests and attendees. Rustan’s Supermarket raffled off special Italian Food Baskets and Parmigiano Reggiano for the workshop attendees.  The final touch of East Café and Benny’s Restaurant, in house restaurants of Rustan’s Department Store and Rustan’s Supermarket helped in enhancing the great mood of the workshop.

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